Calling all queerdos, kiddos, queers with kids, and kids of queers! Join Julie Be (of Ants on a Log) for this special show full of family-friendly queer joy. Recommended for ages 4-11 (as measured by chronology or spirit).

Julie Be (they/them) is one half of Ants on a Log, a nationally acclaimed duo playing socially conscious music for children and other childlike people. In 2020, Julie produced the “Trans & Nonbinary Kids Mix,” which was featured widely in national media as a milestone in the world of intersectional children’s music. The free album features Julie’s song “They’re My Best Friend,” which was the first song with all nonbinary pronouns to air on national radio. Julie also produces Practice Your Pronouns, a sing-along video series that promotes pronoun fluency and nonbinary visibility by switching pronouns in well-known songs. In 2021, Julie received a Leeway Foundation Transformation Award, recognizing Philly-based social justice artists. Julie is currently working on an album of new songs for queer families. Music, videos, and more at www.AntsonaLogMusic.com. FB/Insta:@AntsonaLogMusic & @PracticeYourPronouns

LineUp

Afternoon Snacks are part of The Bearded Ladies Cabaret’s Late Night Snacks, a mixed-plate performance that’s 50% cabaret destination, 50% neighborhood jawn, and 100% good to the last bite.

Saturday, Sep 10 at 8pm: Ursula Rucker with Tim Motzer and live painting from Anthony Carlos Molden, Jackie Soro and yung nila, hosted by Jarbeaux

Sunday, Sep 11 at 2:30pm: Family Show, Sam Rise and Jackie Soro hosted by Jarbeaux

Sunday, Sep 11 at 8pm: Sanchel Brown and ​​an excerpt from Wig Wag by Emily Bate, hosted by Cookie Diorio 

Wednesday, Sep 14 at 8pm: Zeek Burse and Mel Hsu with Nicole Burgio, hosted by Jess Conda

Thursday, Sep 15 at 8pm: JaKeya Limitless, Foxworth Vorn, and Virgil Lil’ O Gadson, hosted by Eric Jaffe

Friday, Sep 16 at 8pm: Cherdonna Shinatra and Emyne, hosted by Anthony Martinez-Briggs (US)

Friday, Sep 16 at 10:30pm: Talie and Be Steadwell, hosted by Jarbeaux

Saturday, Sep 17 at 8pm: Threesome: excerpt from a new performance by Jarbeaux, Martha Graham Cracker, & Cherdonna Shinatra, hosted by Sam Rise

Saturday, Sep 17 at 10:30pm: Music Not Impossible and Saint Manifest, hosted by Anthony Martinez-Briggs (US) and co-presented by Opera Philadelphia

Sunday, Sep 18 at 2:30pm: Family Show with Johnny Shortcake, hosted by Jarbeaux

Sunday, Sep 18 at 8pm: Topher Eufaula Layton, Luna Thee Jawnette, and Veronica Chapman-Smith, hosted by Eric Jaffe 

Wednesday, Sep 21 at 8pm: Hard No! An Arts Administration Metal Band, Reese Castaldi, and V. Shayne Frederick, hosted by Jess Conda

Thursday, Sep 22 at 8pm: Le Gateau Chocolat and Sam Rise, hosted by Eric Jaffe

Friday, Sep 23 at 8pm: Denise King and Vitche-Boul Ra, hosted by Jess Conda

Friday, Sep 23 at 10:30pm: Alex Tatarsky and  Slanty Eyed Mama, hosted by Jarbeaux

Saturday, Sep 24 at 8pm: Queen Esther and Matt Ray and Martha Graham Cracker, hosted by Cookie Diorio

Saturday, Sep 24 at 10:30pm: Clayton Lee and Glitter and Garbage: Foster Longo & Shannon Turner, hosted by Jarbeaux

Sunday, Sep 25 at 2:30pm: Family Show with Julie Be (Ants on a Log), hosted by Jarbeaux

Sunday, Sep 25 at 8pm: Murayama and Cello Trio featuring Daniel De Jesús, Mel Hsu, and Carolina Diazgranados, hosted by Sam Rise

Wednesday, Sep 28 at 8pm: Rise Choir Collective and SNACKTIME, hosted by Jess Conda

Thursday, Sep 29 at 8pm: Band Night with Heath Allen, Josh Machiz, Jimmy Coleman, Marcell Bellinger with singers chosen by band, hosted by  Eric Jaffe

Friday, Sep 30 at 8pm: Anito Gavino, formerly known as Ani and Bethlehem & Sad Patrick, hosted by Anthony Martinez-Briggs (US)

Friday, Sep 30 at 10:30pm: Music from Rose: You Are Who You Eat featuring Pax Ressler, Emily Bate, Daniel De Jesús, and Mel Regn, hosted by Jess Conda

Saturday, Oct 1 at 8pm: A. Rob and Sinta Penyami Storms & Modero, hosted by Anthony Martinez-Briggs (US)

Saturday, Oct 1 at 10:30pm: Jaylene Clark Owens and ILL DOOTS, hosted by Cookie Diorio

Sunday, Oct 2 at 2:30pm: Family Show with ILL DOOTS, hosted by Jarbeaux

Sunday, Oct 2 at 8pm: Host Show withSam Rise, Anthony Martinez- Briggs, Jess Conda, Eric Jaffe, and Jarbeaux

Content Considerations

Ingredients may include artistic experimentation, adult content, consensual touch, ear worms, nudity, jubilation, great selfie material, rampant queerness, works-in-progress, and many repeat visits. Not every show will be for everyone so feel free to come, and go, as you please. You know your diet, taste, allergies, and aphrodisiacs better than we do.

Credits

Health & Safety

We are still in a pandemic, and masking is highly encouraged! Help us care for our community by keeping your mask square on your face unless actively drinking beverages, eating food, or being a very small child. Proof of vaccination will be required for everyone 12 and up, and masks are strongly recommended for everyone older than 5.

Supporters

Lead support from the William Penn Foundation, with additional support from Barbara Teichert.

Festival Executive Producers: Linda & David Glickstein, Arthur Kaplan & Duane Perry
Festival Co-Producer: Marty Maynard

Venue

The Switch
421 N 7th St
Philadelphia, PA 19123