36th Annual Night of a Thousand Gowns Journal [2022]

THE IMPERIAL COURT OF NEW YORK PRESENTS THE THIRTY-SIXTH ANNUAL

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The Imperial Court of New York with

Their Most Imperial Sovereign Majesties

Emperor XXX Sir Tree

The Double Eagle Stonewall Emperor of Samovars, Sambas, and Sensibility

and

Empress XXXV Sugar B. Real

The Timeless Black Diamond, Pearl, and Ruby Rose Empress

proudly presents

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Charity/Coronation Ball To Benefit Bailey House/Housing Works and CitiLeaf Housing Saturday, March 26, 2022 The Edison Ballroom New York

Witness the Induction Ceremonies of

Regent Emperor XXXI Ron and

Regent Empress XXXVI Anne Tique

GREETINGS FROM THE MONARCHS T.M.I.S.M EMPEROR XXX SIR TREE EMPRESS XXXV SUGAR B. REAL

Unprecedented!

Hello Beautiful People…

Emperor Tree XXV & XXX and Empress Sugar B. Real XXX & XXXV would first like to welcome you to our 36th Annual Night of a Thousand Gowns. Secondly, we would like to thank everyone that has traveled from near and far to join us tonight to witness the conclusion Emperor XXV and XXX Sir Tree and Empress XXX and XXXV Sugar B. Real of our second reign.

It has been a challenging 2 years for everyone! We have all experienced unprecedented life changes, we have had to change how we work, how we play and most importantly how we raise money. Sadly, too many of us have lost loved ones to this pandemic.

In these unprecedented times, we did not think this evening would be possible so having you all here, in person, fills our heart more than we can express. You are all such important parts of our lives and our commitment to our community.

We cannot thank you enough for coming to celebrate this magical evening. We are overwhelmed by your love, generosity, support.

Sir Tree and Sugar B. Real

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Congratulations

Empress Coco LaChine First in Line of Succession Queen Mother II of the Americas

From Your Asian & Pacific Islander Family Empress XXXVII Ivanna Cupcake Absolute Empress LV Mimi Osa Houston, TX/Vietnamese San Francisco/Taiwanese Empress XXIV Ida Slapter-Back Minnesota/Korean

Miss Gay Salem XLII Mulan Rouge Salem, OR/Chinese

Emperor XIX Koko Wayves Las Vegas, NV Filipino/Hawaiian

Regent Empress LII Virginia X Los Angeles/Filipino Emperor XXVI/XXX Jeremy Lau Hawaii/Chinese

Absolute Empress XL Tiger Lily San Francisco/Chinese

Empress XXXIV Madelyn Keyth New York/Filipino

Empress XIX & XXVI Coco LaTique Buffalo/Chinese

Rose Empress LXI JenuWine Beauté Portland/Filipino

Empress XXX/XXXIV Nikki Chin Toronto/Filipino

Olympia XXIX Gaysha Starr Seattle/Filipina Empress XLV Sienna Blaze Vancouver, BC Canada Malayasian/Chinese Rose Empress LX Kimberly Westwood Portland/Korean

Olympia XXXV Aleksa Manila Seattle / FilipinX Emperor XXII Vu Tran Connecticut Vietnamese Absolute Empress L Khmera Rouge SF, CA/Cambodian Empress XXIII Sammy Wayves Las Vegas, NV Hawaiian/Chinese/Filipino Empress XIX Misty Wayves Las Vegas, NV Hawaiian/Chinese/Filipino

Rose Empress LXII Shima B. Valentine Portland, OR Chinese/Palauan

Empress XX Jhigs San Diego/Filipino

Empress Ehra Amaya San Francisco/Filipino Photo by Ben Fink

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT And we are back! After not having

an in-person Coronation in two-years, I am ecstatic to welcome you to the Night of a Thousand Gowns, LIVE and in person.

The past two years have been challenging to say the least. But in the true tradition of The Imperial Court of New York, we persevered and continued to raise money for our community - virtually and in-person. A big shout out to the resilient members of the New York Court whose passion and determination have moved us forward into this new normal as we know it today.

Empress Coco LaChine President, Board of Directors

Even tonight’s ball is different, we are in a new venue and we have streamlined our program. But we hope to bring you the same high-quality entertainment and a memorable evening with all the glitz and glamour we are known for. Thank you to our amazing producers – Robert Amos, Jeffrey Wallach, Jeffrey Blanchfield and Charlie Walker and a warm appreciation to our Reign XXXV Monarchs who are stepping down tonight, Emperor Sir Tree and Empress Sugar B Real for being real troopers. Tonight we also welcome our Regent Monarchs for Reign XXXVI – Emperor Ron and Empress Anne Tique.

The beneficiaries of tonight’s ball are Bailey House / Housing Works and CitiLeaf Housing. We could not do what we do without our sponsors – Quest Diagnostics; Lilac Chocolate, Best Ad Promo, Boxer’s, SlateNY, DMK, and others. We appreciate the attendance tonight of the Queen Mother and King Father of the America’s – Empress Nicole the Great and Emperor Terry Sidie, as well as all of our friends representing over 20 out-of-town Courts from all over the United States and Canada.

Most of all, thank you for your continued love and support.

Empress Coco LaChine President, Board of Directors Queen Mother of New York Queen Mother II Elect of the Americas

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A LETTER FROM THE QUEEN MOTHER OF THE AMERICAS CANADA - UNITED STATES - MEXICO One of my greatest honors was being asked to crown your first monarchs, Emperor George I and Empress Sybil Bruncheon, 35 years ago at the historic Waldorf Astoria hotel. I have witnessed for over three decades the Imperial Court of New York becoming one of the most celebrated and esteemed courts in our International Imperial Court System. And now my ImQueen Mother of the Americas perial daughter, the Queen Nicole The Great Mother II of New York Photo by Ron Fink Empress Coco LaChine, is my heir and successor that I will have the honor of crowning as the Queen Mother II of the Americas.

Indeed, I have made many lifetime personal royal family members and friends such as Tony, Sugar, Tree, Henry, Jack, Panzi, Madelyn, Razor, Gefil and so many more. I am grateful for the many nobles of New York, who played important roles in the International Court Council’s successful campaign, and my vision to create a National LGBTQ Wall of Honor, which is now permanently housed in the historic Stonewall Inn. It is my sincere honor to be with you tonight and to be your Queen Mother I of New York.

God bless you all.

Empress Nicole the Great

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THIS EVENING’S BENEFICIARY BAILEY HOUSE/HOUSING WORLS Every year, The Imperial Court of New York chooses one or more beneficiaries for our gala event. This year, the 36th Annual Night of a Thousand Gowns benefits Bailey House/Housing Works and CitiLeaf Housing.

Bailey House is a com-

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munity-based organization providing housing and essential supportive services to individuals and families affected by HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses. For nearly 40 years, Bailey House has been working to improve the health, housing, and independent living outcomes for people struggling with homelessness, substance use, mental illness, and the health challenges that accompany chronic illnesses. Bailey House was founded in 1983 when a coalition of compassionate community leaders responded to the AIDS crisis by launching an innovative housing program combining apartments with healthcare and supportive services for those who had no place to go, becoming the first organization in the country to provide supportive housing for homeless people with HIV/AIDS. Our mission is to help transform the lives of people with or at risk of HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses through housing, health services, and community support.

In January 2019, Bailey House merged with Housing Works, the nation’s leading HIV/AIDS advocacy and service organization. Together, Housing Works and Bailey House represent one of the largest providers of HIV/AIDS housing, primary care, and comprehensive services in New York City, with Bailey House overseeing all housing and housing development initiatives of the combined agency.

THIS EVENING’S BENEFICIARY CITILEAF HOUSING Every year, The Imperial Court of New York chooses one or more beneficiaries for our gala event. This year, the 36th Annual Night of a Thousand Gowns benefits Bailey House/Housing Works and CitiLeaf Housing.

CitiLeaf Housing is in the Flatiron district, and the Chelsea

district of Manhattan. We provide supportive housing for single men and women living with AIDS who were formerly homeless.

We are a permanent home to the city’s most vulnerable people.

A major goal for our supportive housing programs is the ability to ensure housing stability for individuals with multiple, chronic, complex needs that are challenging to serve in other housing.

Structured as a tenancy, where residents pay rent and have the same rights and responsibilities of anyone renting housing. Residency in supportive housing is not contingent on tenants meeting certain behavioral requirements for access to housing.

Studies have shown that this investment pays off. Supportive housing offers better outcomes and costs less than the care provided through institutional settings that those experiencing chronic homelessness typically use: prisons, nursing homes, psychiatric care, and inpatient hospitalization. Instead of a life on the streets, in and out of shelters, hospitals and prisons, permanent supportive housing offers a stable home and a chance to rebuild a life that includes family, friends, and community.

Home to every CitiLeaf Housing resident is a studio apartment.

CitiLeaf Housing offers life-enhancing services such as access to social work, healthcare, free meals, and community trips and activities. An affordable home, with support services ranging from counseling to life skills to transportation, depending on a resident’s individual needs – is a proven solution to ending long-term homelessness. A reconnection to life and others who care is priceless.

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TONIGHT’S ENTERTAINMENT Jeanna de Waal originated the title role of

JEANNA DE WAAL

Diana, Princess of Wales on Broadway. She has also appeared on Broadway as Lauren in Kinky Boots and as Heather in American Idiot. For A.R.T. de Waal originated the role of Dawn in Waitress by Sara Bareilles and the role of Mary Barrie in Finding Neverland. Off Broadway, de Waal played Chris Hargensen in MCC Theatre’s reimagined production of Broadway’s Carrie, and is featured on the Carrie cast album released by Sh-K-Boom and Ghostlight Records. de Waal made her West End debut in the Queen musical We Will Rock You. Other notable credits include Glinda in the National Tour of Wicked and Janet in The Rocky Horror Show at The Old Globe. de Waal can be seen in the recurring role of Sophia in the Netflix/Marvel series Iron Fist. She was also a guest star on The Jim Gaffigan Show for TV Land. De Waal is the founder of Broadway Weekends, the first theater camp for adults led by Broadway performers. de Waal trained at the Arts Educational School, Tring Park and has a B.A. (Hons) degree from the Liverpool Institute for the Performing Arts.

DENISE WEEKS Denise is a phenomenon in her own right, her

talents have been showcased at the world famous Apollo Theatre, and she has performed in an array of theatre productions and Television.

Known for a tear jerking performance on Season 3 of X-Factor Usa where she delivers a heartfelt rendition of “The Greatest Love of All” and receives a standing ovation. Acting and singing has always been her passion. She loves the feeling of being on stage , making a difference in the world through her voice and actions while entertaining the masses . Denise is mostly known for her dedication and undeniable love for her community of New York City.

She is a Subway Performer/Street Performer she performs in New York City’s Times Square and Herald Square where she is loved by so many commuters, tourists and all mankind .. Most would say listening to her just pulls you in, she is so Bold and fearless. She’s just simply a blessing to this world …always uplifting others through her heartwarming selection of cover tunes that she sings from the heart .

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TESTIMONIALS “Your generous gift will enable God’s Love to continue providing medically tailored meals and nutrition counseling to our most vulnerable neighbors.”

– God’s Love We Deliver “I am so excited to tell you how wonderful this Thanksgiving was for TPS. You truly knocked it out of the park and made this day very special for our residents, letting them know how much they are remembered, cared for and valued.” – Trinity Place Shelter “Thank you for your generous donation of grocery store cards for our thanksgiving Program. In these days of great need, the generosity of the Court is most welcome.” – Thursday’s Child “Thank you all so much for hosting an incredible prom last weekend, and inviting HMI to be part of the celebration. We are so thankful for your support, and want to commend you for all your hard work, dedication, and love for the LGBTQ+ community.” – Hetrick-Martin Institute

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“2020 has been a very trying year and our service could not survive without people like you and organizations like the Imperial Court of NY. Aimed at helping the people of New York and hopefully soon nationwide, we are funded by over ninety percent by contributions such as yours.” – Solace House “Because of the ongoing generosity of the Imperial Court of New York, we have been able we have been able to care for many in need through “Sylvia’s Place,” an emergency shelter for homeless LGBTQI youth. Every night, up to 17 young people find a safe space, a shower and a hot meal, counseling and social work services, and a place to be free of social judgments and stigmatization.”

– Sylvia’s Place “I am extremely thankful for the love and support shown to us by the Imperial Court of New York. The members of the Imperial Court of New York continue to work tirelessly to raise awareness for our mission, which is to end all online and offline bullying in schools, workplaces and faith communities.”

– Tyler Clementi Foundation “Your ongoing support and generosity truly make a difference in the work we do, the impact we are able to have, and lives we touch. Thank you for your continuous support!” – Hudson Pride Center “Thank you for supporting SAGE and joining us to make a difference in the lives of LGBT older people – so they can age with the support, dignity, and security they deserve as the pioneers of our movement. You are truly making a difference.” - SAGE

DECADE ANNIVERSARY AND DOWAGER MONARCHS Dowager Monarchs

H.I.M. Dowager 2021 Emperor XXIX Graham D’Craquer H.I.M. Dowager 2021 Empress XXXIV Madelyn Keyth H.I.M. Dowager 2020 Emperor XXVIII Antonio T. Ventura H.I.M. Dowager 2020 Empress XXXIII Chuleta Devine

Decade Anniversary Monarchs

H.I.M. Decade Emperor XXI Ritz Kracker H.I.M. Decade Empress XXVI Witti Repartee H.I.M. Decade Emperor XX Vanity Society H.I.M. Decade Empress XXV Pepperica Swirl

Double Decade Anniversary Monarchs H.I.M. Emperor XII Matthius Blousant H.I.M. Empress XVI Lita Austin H.I.M. Emperor XI Damian Valentino H.I.M Empress XV Fiona St. James

Triple Decade Anniversary Acknowledgement H.I.M. Empress VI Saleen H.I.M. Empress V Razor Sharp

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REIGN XXXV SPONSORS

INTRODUCING OUR NEW REGENT EMPEROR The Imperial Court of New York is

perial Court of New York, but with proud to Introduce The Golden Ursus his commitment and dedication he quickly rose in the royalty ranks and Emperor of Valor. Virtue, and Charm won the hearts of all that met him. He H.I.M. Emperor XIII and Regent was especially a favorite of Empress I Emperor XXXI Ron. Jose the Widow Norton, who always Ron was born in San Francisco enjoyed seeing, laughing, and speakand grew up in North Dakota, that is ing with Ron whenever she had the where he developed his strong work chance. ethic and In 2003 Ron down to earth, was elected as caring, and Emperor XIII responsible with his Empress nature. He XVII Demi moved to NYC Tasse, they had in the 1980’s a very successwhere he has ful reign filled worked as a with fun, family, flight attenand friends. He dant for the has always and past 42 years, remains to be a starting with kind, and loving Pan American soul willing to World Airways do anything for and then Delta His Imperial Majesty people in need.

Air Lines, with Emperor XIII and Regent Emperor XXXI Ron married Anne Ron whom he is still in 2014 but they have working for to this been committed to each other for 27 day. years, and now look forward to being He was introduced to the Imperial joined together as Regents to reign Court of New York in 1995 when he attended his first Night of a Thousand XXXVI, as the figure heads once again for the Imperial Court of New York.

Gowns as a guest, escorting his then It is with distinct pleasure to welpartner Anne Tique. That night, he come back to the throne as Regent recognized the mission of the ImpeEmperor XXXI. rial Court of New York and wanted to join to make a difference in the fight against AIDS. Ron was always willing to help support and be behind the scenes during his first few years in the Im-

H.I.M. Emperor XIII and Regent Emperor XXXI Ron

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INTRODUCING OUR NEW REGENT EMPRESS The Imperial Court of New York Proudly Presents for a third time The Golden Gotham Glamazon Empress of Grace and Gratitude, H.I.M. Empress XIII, XXIII, and now Regent Empress XXXVI Anne Tique The Ageless.

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tion combined with her drive to help those in need has proven that she remains a committed individual to the Imperial Court System.

In 1994 Anne met her now husband Ron and she introduced him to the ICNY but that’s another story you can read in his letter. In 1999-2000, Anne Tique in real life is a naAnne was elected for the first time tive New Yorker, but was born to Empress XIII with her first Emperor drag when she entered a Miss Thing IX Chet. Ten Years later 2009-2010 Contest at a local Anne was elected NYC Bar called for the second time the Break in Empress XXIII with the 1990’s. She her second Emperor entered as Miss XIV, XVIII, XXIII Tique (Mystique) Tony Monteleone. and a friend gave Over these past 30 her the name plus years Anne has Miss Anne Tique become the conwhich she loved summate artist,and and which was is the creator of the not a common Annual 12 Drags drag name, of XMAS show anyway long story which for the last short she won the 28 years has raised contest and Anne substantial funds Tique was born. for worthy charities.

Anne became Her Imperial Majesty Empress XIII, XXIII, she has performed involved with the in numerous benefits and Regent Empress XXXVI Anne Tique the Ageless Imperial Court of around the country, New York in 1989 She has appeared when she escorted a then member to on TV, on the soap opera,”One life to her first Night of a Thousand Gowns live”, Wigstock, “Watch what happens as a man in a tuxedo. At that ball Live” with Andy Cohen, The View”, Anne knew she had found her calling at “Carnegie Hall”, as an extra in and needed to be a part of this world, the movie “Too Wong Foo” and has aiding the LGBTQ community in graced countless stages in performany way possible. Anne joined the ing in New York City, Empress Anne ICNY under the reign of Empress IV Tique has served on the ICNY Board Camille Beauchamps and Emperor IV of directors, as the ICNY College of Shelly and quickly climbed the royal Monarchs Chairperson, and as the ladder, year after year, title after title, ICNY’s Night of a Thousand Gowns learning the art of successful fundExecutive Producer numerous times, raising for all charities. Her involveshe has received the Jose Honor award ment in every facet of the organizain 2012, and served as an Heir Ap-

parent to QMA Empress Nicole the Great, and received numerous other awards and titles over the years. Anne has made many strong partnerships in her community and friendships, and family around the country in other realms.

Anne has used her strong business management skills and applied them to the business of ICNY culminating with many well organized successful reigns for the ICNY. As we soon enter post pandemic 2022, Empress Anne has once again stepped up to represent the ICNY as Regent Empress along with Her husband Regent Emperor Ron. Together they are ready and committed to work with the ICNY membership and take the ICNY into its next Chapter.

Empress Anne Tique is ready and willing to do what is needed in meeting all the challenges head on, and looks forward to the future along with our Emperors and Empresses who reigned, Board of directors, and ICNY members whom worked very hard during these trying times of COVID on setting new foundations on which the ICNY can grow and flourish for the next generation to come.

Please Join us in welcoming back to the throne for a third time as our Regent Empress to Reign XXXVI The Golden Gotham Glamazon Empress of Grace and Gratitude H.I.M Empress XIII, XXIII, and Regent Empress XXXVI Anne Tique the Ageless

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Congratulations

to The Imperial Court of New York on another year of Noble deeds, and to T.M.I.S.M. Emperor XXV & XXX Sir Tree and Empress XXX & XXXV Sugar B. Real on another successful Reign.

With Love and Respect, T.M.I.M. Emperor XIII and Regent Emperor Select XXXI Ron & Empress XIII, XXIII, and Regent Empress Select XXXVI Anne Tique the Ageless

REIGN XXXV OF THE IMPERIAL COURT OF NEW YORK

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THEIR MOST IMPERIAL SOVEREIGN MAJESTIES

EMPEROR XXX SIR TREE AND

EMPRESS XXXV SUGAR B. REAL

COLLEGE OF MONARCHS

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR I

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS I

The Eagle Emperor

The Atlas Empress

George the First

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR II

Barry Davidson

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR IV

Shelly

The First Woman Emperor

Sybil Bruncheon

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS II

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR III

The Crystal Empress

The First Jewish Emperor

Champagne

Roux-Vaine

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS III

Chene LaRochelle

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HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS IV

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS V

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS VI

The Forbidden Empress

The Golden Empress

The Scintillating Empress

Camille Beauchamps

Razor Sharp

Saleen

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY ABSOLUTE EMPRESS VII

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR V

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS VIII

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS IX

The Celestial Dragon Empress

The Lion Hearted Emperor of Social Change

Empress of Peace and Love

Empress of Faith, Hope and Cartier

Coco LaChine

Ron

Billie Ann Miller

Philomena

COLLEGE OF MONARCHS

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR VI

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS X

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR VII

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XI

The Grand La Scala Emperor

The Opulent and Ethereal Broadway Angel Empress

The Emperor of Courage and Survival

The Sapphire Heart Empress

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR VIII

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XII

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR IX

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XIII

Emperor of Fidelity and Fortitude

Empress of Loyalty and Laughter

The Ethereal Sunrise Emperor

The Golden Gotham Glamazon Empress of Grace and Gratitude

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XI

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XV The Latina Empress of Decadence and Style

Steven

William

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HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR X

Gabriel Della Notte

Ran-Dee

Panzi

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XIV

Victoria V. Weston

Tomas

Chet

Damien Valentino

Gianna

Anne Tique

Fiona St. James

The Gothic Midnight Raven Emperor

The Scintillating Silver and Jade Nightingale Empress for the New Millennium

The Bad Boy Emperor of Love and Temptation

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XII

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XVI

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XIII

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XVII

The Romanov Emperor of High Hopes and Highlights

The Schiaparelli Empress of Compassion and Couture

The Golden Ursus Emperor of Valor, Virtue and Charm

The Hollywood and D’Vine Empress of Sincerity and Sympathy

Mathius Bloussant

Lita Austin

Ron

Demi-Tasse

COLLEGE OF MONARCHS

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XIV

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XIX

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XV

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XX

The AAA Diamond Emperor of Allegria, Amore and Abbondanza

The Fifth Avenue Jewel Empress of Sincerity, Service and Style

The Celtic Emperor of Famiglia, Fantasy and Fun

The 2X Empress

Tony Monteleone

Robin Kradles

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XVI

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXI

The Fire Taming Rose Emperor

The Bewitching and Bewildering Empress

Craig Hollywood

B

Fantasia

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XVII

Rob Hunter de Woof

Gefil Tefish

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXII

Charlene Chivoe

The Atlantic Shore Tattoo Titan The Dixie Darline Empress of Emperor of Diplomacy, Generos- Democracy, Dreams and Disco ity and Testosterone

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XVIII

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXIII

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XIX

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXIV

The AAA Diamond Emperor of Allegria, Amore and Abbondanza

The Golden Gotham Glamazon Empress of Grace and Gratitude

The Platinum Emperor of Justice, Understanding, Sincerity and Tolerance

The Temptress Empress

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XX

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXV

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XXI

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXVI

Omnia Vanitas

The Empress of Caftans and Cocktails

The Legal Age Emperor of Fire & Ice, Mediator of Good and Evil

The Elemental Broadway Empress of Community, Camp and Collaboration

Tony Monteleone

Vanity Society

Anne Tique

Pepperica Swirl

Jack

Ritz Kraka

Farrah Moans

Witti Repartee

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COLLEGE OF MONARCHS

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XXII

Wen-D Bouvier Pinkhouse

The Rock and Roll Emperor of Peace, Love, Unity and Respect

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XXIV

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HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXVII

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XXIII

The Stilletto Heeled Jersey Girl Empress

The AAA Diamond Emperor of Allegria, Amore and Abbondanza

Tony Monteleone

Twinkle Montgomery

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXIX

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XXV

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXX

The Double Eagle Stonewall Emperor of Samovars, Sambas and Sensibility

The Timeless Black Diamond & Pearl Empress

Gracie Steeles

Opi N Yated

Madison Mansfield

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XXVI

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXXI

The Curvy Long Island The Big Apple Emperor of Cycling, Service & Being Sensational Temptress of Sincerity, Serenity and Seduction

Harrington

Tree

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXVIII

The Starlight Rose Empress of Faith, Hope and Generosity

Sugar B Real

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XXVII

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXXII

Gaye Banter

The Latino Emperor, Pegasus of Knowledge and Inspiration

Madison Mansfield

The Curvy Long Island Temptress of Sincerity, Serenity and Seduction

Rob Hunter de Woofs The Atlantic Shore Tattoo Titan Emperor of Diplomacy, Generosity and Testosterone

The Inevitable Empress of Wisdom and Compassion

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XXVIII

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXXIII

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPEROR XXIX

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY EMPRESS XXXIV

The Noble Silver Giraffe Emperor of Conversation, Compassion and Charity

The Towering Tequila and Amethyst Orchid Empress of Love Laughter, and Lumpia

Antonio T. Ventura

The Dedicated Dragon Emperor of Innovation, Involvement and Inclusion

Chuleta Devine

The Goodness Empress of Love, Jubilance and Philanthrophy

Graham D’Craquer

Madelyn Keyth

IMPERIAL COURT OF NEW YORK

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY REGENT EMPEROR SELECT XXXI

Emperor Ron

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY REGENT EMPRESS SELECT XXXVI

Empress Anne Tique

HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY ABSOLUTE EMPRESS 40 DE SAN FRANCISCO

Tiger Lily

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

Big Ang of Monaco

Veronica Blake

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE ROYAL

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

Marco De Rand

Cleopatra De’Nile

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE ROYAL

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE ROYAL

Tedi de Bare

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

Diamante

Mario D’Ziner

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE ULTIMA

Trompe L’oeil

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

Lily Blooms

Krystal D’ Angelo

Élian Encounter

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

Vanessa Diamond

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE ROYAL

H Watt Evah

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IMPERIAL COURT OF NEW YORK

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

Alexis Flame

Zondra Fox

Gemstone

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE ROYAL

Caroline

Sarah Heartburn

Jeffrey II

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE ROYAL

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE ROYAL

Bonbon LaRue

Jiff E. Lube

Robert Mansfield

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE ROYAL

Bobbi Marie Mu Mu Goddess

Q.T. Pie

Robert Rhinestone

Viagra Falls

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE ROYAL

Grandpa

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

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Misty

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE ROYAL

Justius Santiago

IMPERIAL COURT OF NEW YORK

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, IMPERIAL DOWAGER GRAND DUKE

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE ROYAL

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

Susan Vanderbilt

Anne T. Venom

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE ROYAL

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE ROYAL

HER HIGHNESS PRINCESS

Warren

James Williams

HER HIGHNESS, PRINCESS

HER HIGHNESS, PRINCESS

HER HIGHNESS

Victoria Falls

Dr. Florence Nightingale

Billy Little of d’Nile

HER GRACE GRAND DUCHESS

HIS GRACE GRAND DUKE

HER GRACE GRAND DUCHESS

HIS GRACE GRAND DUKE

Vikki La Fontaine

Lecarrow

Ruby Starling

Pa P. Behr

Swanson

Ambrosia Amore

Edward von Earl

HER HIGHNESS, PRINCESS

Mistress Emma

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HER GRACE, GRAND DUCHESS

Fran

IMPERIAL COURT OF NEW YORK

HIS GRACE GRAND DUKE

Nelson Bonaparte

MARQUIS

MARQUIS

MARCHIONESS

Ash Blake

Hy Falutin

Chantilly Lace

MAGNUS

MARCHIONESS

MARCHIONESS

COUNTESS

C. C. Mansfield

Edweena Scootawhich

Sapphire Starr

Dolores Dégagé

COUNT

COUNTESS

Andres Fabian

Toni Homeperm

COUNT

COUNT

Lester

Tim of Thorin

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VISCOUNTESS

VISCOUNTESS

VISCOUNT

VISCOUNTESS

Wendy Darling

Zelina Duval

Marc Fusion Sax

Saltreeny Kraka

IMPERIAL COURT OF NEW YORK

VISCOUNT

BARON

Nathan Page

Guido Bear

In Memory Of

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCESS ROYALE

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ADDITIONAL MEMBERS NOT PICTURED Her Royal Highness, Princess Royale Ultima, Blaise Patrice Her Royal Highness Princess Royale, Kim Michaels His Highness. Prince Q His Grace Nick L. Baggs Marchioness Goddess Dionus Marchioness Venus Dionus Marchioness Pearl Essence Viscountess D’Lyla Viscount Emerald J. Viscountess Roxy Noll Scootawhich Baron Tom Collins Baroness Wanda Lust Baroness Vanessa Valtre Baroness Jamie Williams Lady Madame “X” Lord “Y” Lord Paul Adean Lady Crying and Weeping Tuta Rosa Marie

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ACT I

Presentation of Flags and Anthems President of the Imperial Court of New York

H.I.M. Empress VII Coco LaChine The Absolute Celestial Dragon Empress

Imperial Opening Performance Acknowledgements and Recognitions Gala Beneficiaries

Bailey House/Housing Works and CitiLeaf Housing Entrance and Greetings from the Monarchs

H.M.I.S.M. Emperor XXX Sir Tree

The Double Eagle Stonewall Emperor of Samovars, Sambas, and Sensibility

and

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H.M.I.S.M. Empress XXXV Sugar B. Real The Timeless Black Diamond, Pearl, and Ruby Rose Empress

Sponsor Recognition Dowager Monarch Acknowledgements

H.I.M. Empress XXVIII Antonio T. Ventura H.I.M Empress XXXIII Chuleta Devine H.I.M. Emperor XXIX Graham D’Craquer H.I.M Empress XXXIV Madelyn Keyth Protocol Presentations of

The International Imperial Court System Decade Anniversary Recognition

Program subject to change

ACT II

Presentation of Protocol

Remembrance Procession of the Crowns Imperial Court of New York Imperial Command Performance

Denise Weeks ACT III

The Final Performance of

H.M.I.S.M. Emperor XXX Sir Tree The Double Eagle Stonewall Emperor of Samovars, Sambas, and Sensibility

The Final Performance of

H.M.I.S.M. Empress XXXV Sugar B. Real The Timeless Black Diamond, Pearl, and Ruby Rose Empress

Imperial Command Performance Broadway Star

Jeanna de Waal

The Induction Ceremony of T.M.I.S.M

Regent Emperor XXXI Ron

The Emperor of Valor,Virtue, and Charm

and

Regent Empress XXXVI Anne Tique the Ageless The Golden Gotham Glamazon Empress of Grace and Gratitude Program subject to change

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REIGN XXXV EVENTS

Photos by Ruby Starling

REIGN XXXV EVENTS

Photos by Ruby Starling

IN MEMORIAM

FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS We honor and remember them

Her Royal Highness Princess Royale SummerFall-WinterSpring Emperor George The First Emperor ii Roux-Vaine Empress iv Camille Beauchamps Empress v Razor Sharp Empress vi Saleen Emperor vii Tomás Empress viii Billie Ann Miller Emperor ix Chet

Grand Duke Gary Collins Grand Duchess Dora Flame Duchess Penn-Parker Marquis Charles Paisley Marchioness Karen Covergirl Count Jerome Erlich Count Rod nee Countess Corky Larue

Princess Royale Alexandra Weston

Viscountess Delta La Manns

Princess Royale La Diva

Viscount Spankalicious Von

Prince Royal Nick E. Lodeon Princess Royale Babs Crystal De Cantor Princess Royale Brandy Prince Royal Elias Prince Royal Greene Piece Prince Royal Josef Boner-Parte Princess Royale Lotta Trouble Princess Royale Marsha Dimes

Woofington Viscountess Diamond Richards Baron Angeles Starr Baroness Beyond Baron Killingsworth Baroness Margaret Robbins Baron James Rod-Knee Lord Peter Lady Ginger Snap

Prince Royal Michael Charles

Lady Intensity

Prince Royal Philip Williams

Lady Madam Woo

Prince Royal Tony Prince Faux Bois Prince Rj Princess Marqaux Chateau

Sir Harry Bartel Dame Edna Dame Gina Quattrochi Sir Joe Scialo

2021-2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Officers

President: Charles Ching Vice-President: Mark Costanzo Treasurer: Charlie Walker Secretary: Robert Amos

Board Members At Large Jeffrey Blanchfield Randy Moscaritolo Graham Mills Nelan Revital Simmons Jeffrey Wallach Kevin Walsh

Reigning Monarchs

Emperor XXX Sir Tree (Fredd E. Tree) Empress XXXV Sugar B. Real (Rhonda Potter)

Regent Monarchs

Emperor XIII, and Regent Emperor XXXI Ron (Ron Kresl) Empress XIII, XXIII, and Regent Empress XXXVI Anne Tique (Joe Conigliaro)

College of Monarchs Chairperson

Emperor XIV, XVIII, XXIII Tony Monteleone

Minister of Protocol Eric Sanders

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EXPRESSION OF APPRECIATION H.M.I.S.M EMPEROR XXX SIR TREE

Deja Vu! Once again, how do I begin to express all my appreciation for those throughout the ICNY and the ICS who made my second reign year, and all the years before this, so memorable in my life.

Honestly, there is not enough paper to express it all completely.

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Canadian Courts!

To the Queen Mother of New York, Empress Coco LaChine, thank you for guiding me along.

To Nicole the Great, thanks for continuing to make me laugh You are truly Queen Mother of the Americas.

And to my First let me Empress Sugthank all of my ar B. Real. No friends and one could have family watching asked for a better out for me and Empress to repover me this past resent the Impeyear. Being a year rial Court of New where one we York during this were having to old virtual events H.M.I.S.M Emperor XXV and XXX ever-changing year. Thank you and then in-perSir Tree for all of your work son events, it was to make our second reign year you that kept me on the path so successful! and where I needed to be – either in person or on camera!

To all the courts I never got But how do you thank an en- to visit because of work commitments or COVID-19, seeing tire court? You can’t. Everyone you all around the system and in the ICNY was there for me befriending me virtually, you and helped me along the way. made me proud to be a member So, to all our members, a very of this marvelous organization. special Thank You. I’m sorry that I couldn’t mention you all Thank you all! by name.

I would also like to thank all my ICS family – members of Connecticut, Rhode Island, Washington DC, Buffalo, Lexington, Cincinnati, Reno, Las Vegas, Portland, Chicago, all of Texas, San Diego, and our

H.I.S.M Emperor XXV and XXX Tree The Double Eagle Stonewall Emperor of Samovars, Sambas and Sensibility

EXPRESSION OF APPRECIATION H.M.I.S.M EMPRESS XXXV SUGAR B. REAL

I am Sugar B. Real, Empress ciaries need us the most. We XXX & XXXV. Why did I run needed to pivot and recreate for empress again? We were how we raised money in what in a pandemic and our world had become our new normal. was changing, ICNY needed What we needed to remember to maintain its is that the ICS visibility and was created in a ensure our pandemic and most vulnerable this one was not within the comgoing to stop munity, that what we have we were still accomplished here to support for the last 50+ them and make years. sure that they too successfully I would like to came through recognize the the pandemic. late founder of Doing what is the Imperial best for our or- H.M.I.S.M. Empress XXX and XXXV Court System, Sugar B. Real ganization has Her Imperial always been a Majesty, Absopriority for me. lute Empress So, deciding to run again was a 1 of San Francisco, José, The decision made from my heart. Widow Norton; Her Imperial Because of the pandemic we Majesty, the Queen Mother of have had to make some lifeAmericas, Nicole the Great; saving alterations like wearing and the Queen Mother of New mask and social distancing.

York, Queen Mother II Elect of While the world was at a stand- the Americas and Heir Apparstill, the objective of the ICNY ent to Queen Mother of the was not.

Americas, the Celestial Dragon Empress VII, Her Imperial The question: How does a Majesty Absolute Empress “social” organization move Coco La Chine. Without their forward in a pandemic to raise ambition, vision, and guidance money now that our benefiwe would not be here. With all

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my heart I would like to say thank you to the Executive Producers of this year’s NOATG Empress Gefil Tefish, Prince Royal Jeffrey II, Princess Royale Veronica Blake & Magnus C.C. Mansfield. as well as our board of directors.

Also, a big shot out to our beneficiaries, CitiLeaf Housing & Baily House. Two organizations that has supported and housed our most vulnerable. Thank you for your ongoing commitment to the community.

And last and most importantly, I would like to give a special thanks to all my fellow court members, my ICNY Family, without your continued support I could not have succeeded in these unprecedented times, it takes a village, and I am humbled at your level of commitment…you have my heart True joy lies in the act of giving.

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Let’s give a big hip hip hooray to our Regent Select Monarchs Emperor XXXII Ron & Empress XIII & XXIII Anne Tique

OUR BENEFICIARIES OF REIGN XXXV EVENTS

Hetrick-Martin Institute Solace House AIDS Walk NYC Sylvia’s Place (MCCNY Charities) Bailey House Citileaf Housing Trinity Place Shelter Caribbean Equality Project Tyler Clementi Foundation Hudson Pride Center God’s Love We Deliver SAGE Safe Horizon GMHC Thursday’s Child ICNY/Coco LaChine Scholarship Fund 41

Celebrate Easter & Passover with Gourmet Chocolate

Chocolate-Covered Matzoh

Signature Gift Boxes

10 oz.

Chocolate Bunnies

Chocolate Easter Box

Laughing Bunnies

Chocolate Easter Eggs

Basket with Foiled Eggs Easter Baskets