“Drag Me to Joanne” Night at Joanne Restaurant owned by Lady Gaga’s Family – NYC

“Drag Me to Joanne” is a vibrant drag and LGBTQIA+ friendly night hosted at Joanne Restaurant, the charming Italian trattoria owned by Lady Gaga’s family in the Upper West Side, in NYC. 

Joanne Restaurant presents “Drag me to Joanne”, a drag show on Wednesdays. The “Emerging Artist Program” show happens every Thursday nights at the cozy NYC restaurant, fill up with locals.

I went to catch up tonight’s talent show that takes place on Thursdays, as Gabby Gabriel invited me.

Gabby Gabriel. Photo courtesy of Second Wind Media

Joe Germanotta, Lady Gaga’s father, launched his new media company Second Wind Media, partening with Gabby Gabriel.

“We support brands with: Brand Strategy, Social Media, Websites and more. We are the official media partner for the New York Television Festival, and International Film Festival. We are seeking opportunities,” Mr. Germanotta explained. In bocca al lupo!

Joe Germanotta & Gabbi Gabriel. Photo courtesy of Second Wind Media

We love Lady Gaga as she is a New Yorker. New York residents, we show up at  Joanne: everyone is very friendly, they don’t rush us out and we eat those delicious Italian American dishes. Esse buono come il pane!

Singer Georgie Najar & Gabby Gabriel hosting at Joanne Restaurant in NYC. Photo by Cinthia Menutole

Those thematic evenings at Joanne’s are a family friendly affair where everyone can apply to perform. 

Singer Macy Lapham. Photo by Cinthia Menutole

Tonight, I particularly enjoyed performer Phebe Barnett, “a star is born” this way, young talented, not ruined by a bad romance, kind hearted singer and songwriter. 

Singer Phebe Barnett. Photo courtesy of Second Wind Media

Phebe Barnett writes about feelings of young adults and personal connection. Many songs are deeply enchanting, drawing from her personal experiences. Her storytelling and evocative imagery has been praised by critics. Dire pane al pane e vino al vino!

Singer Phebe Barnett performing at Joanne Restaurant.

Catch those events, often without a cover charge. Joanne Restaurant is a beloved fixture, offering a taste of tradition alongside a thrilling dose of modern artistry, making it a must-visit for anyone looking for a fun night out, in a dynamic and electric New York City.

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Cinthia Menutole

Cinthia Menutole

I am a writer and photographer for the Hollywood Press Corps.

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