'Pride Follies' Variety Show to Entertain Audiences June 1 in Key West
KEY WEST, Florida — A colorful vaudeville-style show awaits fans of live entertainment Saturday, June 1, when “Pride Follies” takes center stage as a prelude to June’s annual Key West Pride festivities.
Showcasing prime talents from the island’s performing arts community, “Follies” is reminiscent of an old-fashioned variety show or television’s vintage “Ed Sullivan's Toast of the Town.” The performance is slated for 7 p.m. Saturday at the Key West Theater at 512 Eaton St., a historic spot with origins dating back to 1848.
The production is presented by the Key West Business Guild, currently in its 46th year of promoting LGBTQ travel to Key West, and benefits that organization. The not-for-profit guild also produces annual festivals including its signature Key West Pride, scheduled June 5-9.
"Pride Follies" is directed and hosted by Destiny Montgomery, who was the 2017 queen of Key West’s outrageous Fantasy Fest celebration. Organizers report that acts are to range from comedy to vocals to dancing.
Doors are to open at 6 p.m. ahead of the 7 p.m. curtain. The Key West Theater offers full bar service and seating both downstairs and on an upper mezzanine.
Tickets range from $40 per person to $60 per person for premium balcony seating. Attendees must be age 21 or older.
Event information: thekeywesttheater.com/e/?event=535969
Showcasing prime talents from the island’s performing arts community, “Follies” is reminiscent of an old-fashioned variety show, with acts ranging from comedy to vocals to dancing.