Famed British artist Damien Hirst’s collection of  “spot” paintings, currently on sale for big prices at Gagosian galleries worldwide, has been denounced by many critics as a lazy, cynical attempt to make a buck.

Whatever the case, I do like the design.

 

So imagine my delight when I discovered these Hirst-like plastic plates while Bingo shopping at 99¢ stores in Jackson Heights.

 

Everything tastes better on polka dots!

 

Goodness gracious!  Last night I crashed attended Yoko Ono’s 79th rollicking birthday party at Le Poisson Rouge!

She looks fantastic and gave a great performance—Absolute proof that a lady can be vital and creative at any age!

 

My five-foot-away shot of the legend that is Yoko Ono!

 

The club was fantastically decorated including tree branches dangling with messages of world peace.

 

There was also an incredible hall of mirrors!

 

Rufus Wainwright gave a captivating performance with his sister Martha.

 

Among the guests were artist Terrence Koh.

 

Bigwig curator Klaus Biesenbach of New York's Museum of Modern Art.

 

Sean Lennon drag queen Linda Simpson
Me and Sean Lennon! He played DJ for much of the night and many of the guests were his friends.

 

 

What an amazing opportunity to celebrate the Queen Mother of the Avant-Garde!

 

 

Here’s video of my performance piece that appeared last month as part of the Next Time Festival at Triskelion Arts in Williamsburg.

I portray the host of a low-tech game show set in the near future in which contestants selected from the audience try to answer questions about recent history.  As answers are revealed it becomes apparent that the world has undergone drastic, calamitous changes.  Happiness exists only in memories.

Thanks to Flloyd for editing and his new-wave touches!

Next Time Festival curated by Colin Self.

 

 

On Valentine’s Day I was surrounded by beautiful men baring their bodies and souls—in the dressing room of Escuelita nightclub for BUTT magazine’s holiday bash!

Thanks to Lola who made my new dress!

 

Thanks to Emma Stone (in Lavin) for the inspiration!

 

The dressing room was quite lively as the featured act, Chicago rap duo the Freaky Boiz, prepared to make their NYC debut.

The Freaky Boiz in bow ties with their Chicago crew and well wishers.

 

It was great to bond with the sweet and talented Boiz!

Terrence "TT Got It" Wilson and Pierre "P-Weezy" Phipps

 

There was even more flesh on display!

Promoter Louie G flanked by eager-to-please go-go dancers.

 

Behind-the-scenes at a party can sometimes be the most interesting perspective of all…

 

Among my hosting responsibilities for tomorrow’s BUTT magazine party is introducing the night’s performers, the Freaky Boiz.  The Internet sensations are flying in from Chicago and making their NYC debut!

Terrance “TTgotit” Wilson and Pierre “P-Weezy” Phipps

My other party responsibilities are socializing, socializing, socializing.  And not letting anyone step on the train of my new dress!