‘Drag Queen Bingo’ Events Attract Eager Interest In Bloomfield

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — A series of “Drag Queen Bingo” events in Bloomfield are attracting a lot of eager interest, organizers say.

Harmonica Sunbeam – a veteran performer who has led several “Drag Queen Story Hour” events in New Jersey – will appear at shows on Jan. 11 and Feb. 15 at the Oakeside Bloomfield Cultural Center, 240 Belleville Avenue.

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Both events have sold out, but those who want to see what the buzz is about can still pick up tickets for another event at the cultural center at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 21. (Learn more here)

Here’s how organizers describe the event, which has seen “overwhelming demand”:

“Join Harmonica Sunbeam, the Queen of Comedy, for an evening of bingo with fun, prizes and refreshments. A cash bar will be available. Harmonica Sunbeam has been delighting audiences at nightclubs, cabarets, fundraising events and supermarket openings throughout the United States and abroad for over 27 years. Her live appearances have gained her a cult following of all ages, races and backgrounds.”

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