Divas & Drinks: Celebrating Transgender History Month with The Klipptones

Where are the women in the Castro? Right here at Divas & Drinks! 

Join us for the latest edition of this monthly event for women, their friends, and allies, co-presented with the San Francisco Bay Times.

This month is a celebration of Transgender History Month with The Klipptones (presented by AsiaSF), launching the first ever Divas & Drinks concert series! 

Just $15 will get you the show emceed by Donna Sachet, additional music by DJ Page Hodel presented by Olivia Travel, food from event sponsor Extreme Pizza, and into the beautiful indoor/outdoor venue that will also for the night be featuring the Bacardí team of talented mixologists! 

The evening will mark the 57th Anniversary of an historic act of trans resistance: the Compton's Cafeteria Riots that took place just blocks away in 1966.

TICKETS

• Academy Members may reserve up to (6) tickets FREE
• $15 General Admission

MEMBERSHIP

Would you like free access to this event with up to 5 of your friends? The Academy is currently accepting new memberships and is particularly interested in expanding its growing community of womxn members. If you are interested in becoming a member and enjoying all of the associated perks and benefits, please click here to learn more.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Beverages for purchase and limited complimentary bites will be available (house wine, beer, & well drinks complimentary for Members). Food will also be available for purchase through The Academy. Our menus can be found here.

CLUB INFORMATION (FOR MEMBERS)

The Club will be open during regular hours for Members and their guests regardless of event attendance.

SAVE THE DATES

Friday, September 29 - Women's Music Stars Shine for Linda Tillery

A galaxy of Women's Music stars will perform at The Academy to honor legendary singer/songwriter and Grammy nominee Linda Tillery, whose career includes leading the psychedelic rock band The Loading Zone in the 1960s, being a pioneer of Women's Music, co-founding The Cultural Heritage Choir, backing everyone from Santana to Huey Lewis, and so much more! This night will also celebrate the Bay Times Pride Parade contingent volunteers and participants who brought to life the theme of "50 Years of Women's Music."

Friday, October 27 - Halloween Party with Shake It Booty Band

A super group of top Bay Area women musicians, Shake It Booty Band will be making their D&D debut! These women comprise one of the most entertaining, rollicking, funky, disco-down dance bands to hit the scene. Mark your calendar and plan your Halloween outfit now!

SAFE SPACE

The Academy is a safe space for all—in particular members of our LGBTQ+ community. We encourage you to learn more about our safe space principles & policies by clicking here.

ACCESSIBILITY

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. The event venue has an accessible entrance and restroom facilities. Please contact us if you have questions or specific requests regarding access.

Sponsored by presenting sponsor Comcast, along with The Academy, the San Francisco Bay Times, Bacardí, Extreme Pizza, Olivia Travel and San Francisco Federal Credit Union