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Chalk The Block: 3:00 PM | Patio Opens: 5:00 PM | Music: 5:30 PM<\/b><\/p>\n
June is pride month, and we are ready to celebrate. Join us outside the historic Kalamazoo State Theatre<\/b> for Queer the Block, Presented by Drue Salon <\/b>and the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo<\/strong>, featuring Beats by DJ Dazzelship<\/b> and a drag show performance by the Kunty Kittens<\/b> on Saturday, June 17th!<\/p>\n We\u2019ll have free<\/i><\/b><\/span> live entertainment outside our iconic Theatre, patio seating, drink specials, and more! Help us decorate the dance floor and enjoy free activities provided by local downtown businesses and organizations during \u201cChalk the Block\u201d from 3-5 PM, with our patio opening at 5 PM and live entertainment from 5:30-8:30 PM! Our bar will open at 3PM and will be available for refreshments throughout the evening.<\/p>\n Patio seating is first-come first-serve and will be limited. Feel free to bring your own chairs and pets are welcome.<\/p>\n If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of this year\u2019s event, please contact Rachael Reinholtz at: rachael@kazoostate.com.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n About DJ Dazzleship:<\/b><\/p>\n Paul Sizer deejays under the name \u201cDJ DazzleShip,\u201d inspired by the Orchestral Manoeuvres In the Dark album of the same name and by the World War 1 Vorticism-style camouflage used to hide battleships by making them confusing rather than invisible. You will recognize him as the official DJ for Club Vortex since 2018!<\/p>\n Paul\u2019s DJ style is much like his long-standing love of music; varied, informed by many different styles, and constantly looking for the newest sounds. Growing up in the late 70s and early 80s, Paul discovered music at the height of disco and the beginning of the punk and new wave era of the very early 80s. Always a fan of propulsive, beat-driven music, Paul also loved the emerging synthpop wave of bands coming out of the UK and Europe, from experimental to pure pop to industrial funk and dark ambient soundscapes. He also had a great love of early electro and hip-hop music coming from America, and loved seeing the musical styles from all over the world inform each other.<\/p>\n About The Kunty Kittens:<\/b><\/p>\n The Kunty Kittens are the first and only drag girl group in Michigan established in 2015 that travels all over the state to multiple venues entertaining the masses with burlesque, comedy, glamour, and shenanigans!<\/p>\n Here is our 2023 State on the Street lineup:<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0 <\/span>*= Special start time: <\/span>patio and bar opening at 5:30PM and live music from 6:00-8:30PM<\/p>\n **= More information coming soon<\/span><\/p>\n We can\u2019t wait to see you all at these free, outdoor events!<\/p>\n What To Expect:<\/b><\/p>\n RSVP On Facebook \u2013\u00a0www.facebook.com\/pg\/kazoostate\/events\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Sign Up For Our Exclusive E-blast<\/a><\/span><\/p>","excerpt":" Chalk The Block: 3:00 PM | Patio Opens: 5:00 PM | Music: 5:30 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\n<\/strong><\/span>Why wait in the elements when you can skip the line?! This is a separate ticket that will grant you expedited entry into the venue. Skip The Line entry is located near the main entrance of the building. Look for VIP \/ Skip The Line signage or ask a staff member. Present your Skip The Line pass along with your event ticket for expedited entry and to avoid the public lines. THIS IS NOT AN EVENT TICKET.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>All\u00a0patrons are subject to search,\u00a0pat down, and wanding.\u00a0 The following items are not allowed\u00a0in the\u00a0venue: guns,\u00a0knives, lasers, tasers, mace, glass items, cameras, selfie sticks, outside food or beverage, no bags\u00a0over the dimensions of 8 inches wide by 5 inches tall with a width of 2 inches,\u00a0 and other items that may challenge public safety.\u00a0 You can view our full list by visiting our\u00a0frequently asked questions here<\/a><\/p>","excerpt":"Kalamazoo State Theatre \u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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