Picture it: San Diego, CA 2024
‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the store, each department was dripping with Yuletide decor. Sophia was nestled all snug in her bed, while visions of sugar prunes danced in her head. Before traveling to spend the Holidays with their families, Dorothy, Blanche, and Rose participate in a golden gift exchange full of hilarious surprises. Just as they get to the airport a winter storm blows in, leaving them trapped! In an unexpected Charles Dickens twist of events, the three grannies must visit their past, present, and future to save Christmas (and find Sophia)…just in time for turkey lurkey. Lucky audience members may even have a chance to make their stage debut and become the next #TokenSophia!
The Golden Gays™ formed in 2017 and have been delighting crowds all over the U.S., in Mexico, London and in the middle of the ocean ever since. Their loyal fanbase has only grown throughout the years, and they are honored to perform as these show-stopping women.
After first appearing at RuPaul’s DragCon NYC 2017, and then at the famed Rue-La-Rue Cafe in Washington Heights, New York, The Golden Gays NYC went on to perform sold-out engagements Off-Broadway and set their sights on touring across the country. Along the way, they premiered their musical game show “The Golden Games” with Mrs. Kasha Davis and Aggy Dune, performed at Pride festivals, debuted their original holiday musical, “Thank YULE for Being a Friend,” and more – all for their biggest supporters, which they call the #FriendsOfClayton. “It’s like a drag barbershop trio, Pitch Perfect, and the Hallmark Channel got together to put on a show!”
Originally created by Andy Crosten, Gerry Mastrolia, Jason B. Schmidt and Mason Griffin, the Golden Gays NYC set out to create Golden Girls musicals they would want to see on the stage!
We are no longer requiring masks in our theater. Masks are still encouraged to help keep our performers and audience members safe, but they are not required.
NOTE: This policy is subject to change at any moment to reflect changing local, state, and federal regulations. Please return before your scheduled performance date to see our most recent policy.
Decade Sponsor: Joann Clark
Each production in Season 39 is a testament to the transformative and unifying force of love, showcasing the beauty of acceptance, understanding, and empathy. As we come together to experience these powerful stories, we invite our community members to join us on a journey of exploration and connection, celebrating the rich tapestry of human experiences.