Rich “Trixie” Volo moved to Hudson in 2006 and helped launch its first Pride parade in 2010. For over a decade, Trixie led parades and organized events from dance parties to bed races. Rich sells cookies as Trixie’s Oven and runs the events site Trixie’s List. Elected to Hudson’s Common Council, he chairs both the Finance Committee and Conservation Advisory Council—one of the only drag queens in elected office nationwide.

A southern girl that uses music, theatre and dance to tell stories. Originally from Memphis, TN, and an alumnus of The Juilliard School. Since moving to the Hudson Valley, she’s performed her solo work at various venues such as Lil Deb’s Oasis’ monthly Queer Night and their annual pride party “All The Bodies,” and produced such events as the Lovers parties, Dairy Drag at Chaseholm Farms, and as half of the dj group PopTart.

ShowPonii, the self-proclaimed workhorse of Brooklyn nightlife, is a two-time Glam Award winner for Best Drag King. Featured in Paper, NowThis, and RevryTV, he champions drag kings and trans performers through shows like Fagnet (with Mauve and God Complex) and Boiz Who Brunch (with Myster E Mel Kiki). Known for bold makeup and unforgettable performances, ShowPonii continues to push boundaries and center trans excellence in nightlife.

Born in 1976 and raised in Hudson, NY, Justin Weaver has been a fixture in local theater for over 25 years. A talented performer and drag artist, his alter ego Girlgantua Jones debuted in 2010, going on to appear in films, headline events like Hudson Pride, and co-create the Queer Bus Tour. He’s earned numerous honors, including Best Entertainer of Columbia County (2014–2016). When not performing, Justin serves as Mayoral Aide to Hudson’s Mayor Kamal Johnson.