A true force in the Twin Cities drag and nightlife scene, Dina Delicious (also known as Dina "The Dancing Diva" Delicious) has captivated audiences with her electrifying performances and undeniable stage presence. A Minneapolis native with national experience, she has graced some of the city’s most iconic venues, including Gay 90’s with the fabulous Ladies of LeFemme, Black Hart of Saint Paul, LUSH Nightclub, The Town House, and frequently headlines at ROXY'S Cabaret, Minneapolis’ premier drag destination.

A dancer at heart, Dina commands the stage with high-energy performances, impeccable fashion, and razor-sharp lip syncs that leave crowds mesmerized. She has also showcased her talents beyond the stage, making her feature film debut in Unholy Communion and appearing at high-profile Flip Phone events.

Beyond entertainment, Dina is a skilled makeup artist and a staunch advocate for Trans rights, using her platform to amplify critical issues within the Trans and LGBTQIA2+ communities. A resident entertainer at LUSH MPLS and a published model, she actively raises funds for LGBTQIA2+ charities across Minnesota, blending artistry with advocacy.

Born in Lusaka, Zambia, and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Kasano is an acclaimed performer, author, and recording artist whose career has taken the stage around the world. A proud AEA member, Kasano has brought talent to musicals, cabarets, dance productions, and theatrical readings at venues including The Guthrie Theater, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, Mixed Blood Theatre, Theatre Latte Da, Park Square Theatre, The History Theatre, The Playwrights' Center, Contempo Physical Dance Company, and more.

Beyond the stage, Kasano is a published author of two books: In My Kitchen, a cookbook celebrating flavors from Africa to Minnesota, and I Sigh to Sing, an interactive children’s book (for ages 3-5) that teaches kids how to sing—complete with two sing-along tracks available on all music platforms. In addition to artistic work, Kasano holds a Certificate in Music Industry Essentials from New York University and a Digital Marketing Certificate from Columbia Business School.

Currently starring as Teen Angel in GREASE at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, through September 2025.

Hailing from St. Louis, Missouri, Nina DiAngelo is a celebrated entertainer, producer, and fierce advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. Though the stage has taken Nina across the Midwest and beyond, Minneapolis has long been a home base, where Nina previously served as show director at the iconic Gay 90’s before opening Roxy’s Cabaret, Minneapolis’ premier destination for drag, brunch, and top-tier entertainment.

Beyond the glamour, Nina is deeply committed to uplifting the community through philanthropy and talent development. Known as a mentor and developer of talent in the LGBTQIA+ community, Nina has helped shape the careers of countless emerging performers, ensuring the next generation of drag artists continues to thrive. That dedication extends into fundraising, with Nina producing and performing in numerous events benefiting organizations such as St. Jude, Rainbow Whiskers, AIDS/LifeCycle, Horses for Humans, and queer sports leagues across the country. Drag has long been a platform for giving back, and Nina honors that tradition by using artistry to uplift the causes and people that make the community stronger.

With a career spanning decades, Nina has earned legendary status in the national pageant circuit, collecting titles and accolades that cement a place among drag royalty. From placing Top 5 at Miss Continental Elite to standing out as National Entertainer of the Year, F.I., Nina has captivated audiences with show-stopping performances, razor-sharp wit, and an unmatched ability to command the stage. As Miss Gay Midwest America, a title that feeds into the prestigious Miss Gay America system, Nina showcased a level of talent and artistry that continues to inspire.

Monica West, originally from Omaha, Nebraska, has been a vibrant force in the Minneapolis entertainment scene for over 36 years. Her dynamic presence has graced venues such as the legendary Gay 90s and LUSH, and she now collaborates regularly with Nina DiAngelo at Roxy's Cabaret, the highest-rated entertainment experience in the Midwest .​

Renowned for her legendary Drag Bingo hosting, Monica stands among the Twin Cities' top drag performers. Beyond the stage, she is a dedicated philanthropist, having raised millions of dollars for LGBTQIA+ causes. Her fundraising efforts have significantly benefited organizations such as the Minnesota AIDS Project, OutFront Minnesota , Rainbow Health , and RECLAIM , among others.​

Monica's excellence has been recognized in the pageant circuit with titles including Miss Gay Omaha 1993 and Miss Gay Wisconsin USofA Classic 2007, a preliminary to Miss Gay USofA Classic .​

Her enduring commitment to entertainment and advocacy continues to inspire and uplift the community.

Founded in 1972, L.O.V.E. (Lesbians Organized for Video Experience) was a pioneering collective that documented the Lesbian and Feminist movements during a pivotal era of activism. Utilizing ½-inch reel-to-reel video Portapaks—an innovative technology at the time—they recorded grassroots protests, cultural events, and the fight for LGBTQ+ rights between 1972 and 1977.

Their extensive archive, now fully digitized and cataloged, includes unedited original footage from the 1973 and 1974 Lesbian and Gay Marches in New York, along with key events organized by Lesbian Feminist Liberation (LFL). Among these historic recordings is firsthand footage of Marsha P. Johnson’s iconic demand—“I want my civil rights!”—a powerful moment of resistance that continues to inspire generations.

As an organization that bore witness to history, L.O.V.E. has provided invaluable documentation of the LGBTQ+ rights movement in its early years. Their footage is now being incorporated into HOW WE MARCH, a music video project that honors Marsha P. Johnson’s legacy and furthers the fight for Trans rights, ensuring that these historic moments remain visible and impactful today.

Kymani Kahlil is a Twin Cities-based generative theater artist, singer, dancer, and musician whose work spans performance, composition, and community engagement. With over a decade of experience, Kymani has worked extensively with regional Twin Cities theaters, public schools, and programs for young artists as a director, music director, composer, and choreographer.

Kymani’s theater credits include productions with The Children’s Theatre Company, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, The Great American History Theatre, Ten Thousand Things Theatre, and Theatre Latté Da. In addition to performing, Kymani has toured throughout the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota, leading residencies and workshops in theater creation, fostering creativity and mentorship in the next generation of artists.

Currently serving as Community Engagement Coordinator for One Voice Mixed Chorus, Kymani is a passionate advocate for Trans and LGBTQIA+ storytelling, using music and performance as a vehicle for advocacy and empowerment. A recipient of the 2020 Artist Initiative Grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, Kymani is now developing a one-person show, “Peaches & Pickles: Perspective Is Suspect”, which explores the intersections of race, gender & sexuality, spirituality, and racial profiling.

Aaron is an acclaimed composer and theater artist whose work amplifies the voices of the LGBTQIA+ and disability communities through music and storytelling. With over 30 original productions to their name, Aaron’s compositions bring depth, heart, and innovation to the stage, blending rich musical landscapes with narratives that challenge, celebrate, and uplift.

A frequent collaborator in the Twin Cities and beyond, Aaron’s work has been featured at Theater Latté Da, Guthrie Theater, Ordway Center for Performing Arts, Illusion Theater, Children’s Theatre Company, Minnesota Opera, Nautilus Music-Theater, and the Chicago Avenue Project. Their music and lyrics have shaped productions such as Hot Funky Butt Jazz (Interact Theater at the Guthrie), Owl Moon (Stages Theatre), Sunrise at Midnight (with Taous Khazem), In My Heart: The Adoption Play Project (Wonderlust Productions), and Petroleum (Hamline University). In recognition of their contributions to the theatrical landscape, Aaron was honored with an Ivey Award for Original Score in 2010.

Beyond the Midwest, Aaron’s artistic reach spans the globe, collaborating nationally and internationally in New York, New Orleans, Algeria, Congo, India, Thailand, England, and France. Their compositions transcend borders, connecting communities through the universal language of music.

Aaron holds degrees from Augsburg College in Minneapolis and King’s College in London, further solidifying their expertise in composition and theatrical storytelling. With a career built on artistry, advocacy, and innovation, Aaron continues to create work that inspires, challenges, and resonates across cultures.

Sheridan Zuther is a jazz, Broadway, R&B, pop, gospel, and opera singer/songwriter, as well as a producer and vocal coach. A staunch advocate for LGBTQIA2+ causes, she has raised funds for organizations like the MN AIDS Project and co-produced benefit productions of RENT and The Rocky Horror Show, which raised thousands for community causes.

Originally from North Dakota, Sheridan’s love for music began early, taking piano lessons at age 2½ and singing in her farm’s empty grain silo. She went on to study Vocal Performance-Opera at the UMKC Conservatory of Music, later performing at Carnegie Hall and starring in Twin Cities theater productions at The Guthrie, Ordway, and Pantages.

For seven years, she toured full-time with the jazz quintet Five By Design, performing across the U.S. and Canada. Her debut solo album, Songs from the Silo (2022), expands on her original cabaret show. A voice instructor at MacPhail School of Music, she also coaches disabled artists at Interact Center for Visual and Performing Arts.

Each summer, she co-hosts the Medora Musical and Medora Gospel Brunch, performing for over 120,000 audience members. Whether on stage or behind the scenes, Sheridan blends music, advocacy, and education to create lasting impact.

Andrew Rasmussen is a director, writer, and creative force passionate about ambitious, visually dynamic, and inclusive storytelling—often featuring puppets, cats, lasers, or electric guitars. His career spans musical theater, award-winning film, and immersive entertainment, blending spectacle with deeply human narratives.

Andrew’s work has taken him around the world, from directing productions across the U.S., Asia, and Europe to staging circus in China. He has collaborated with Broadway Asia, Music Theatre International, Proscenium, and Ordway Center and served as Artistic Director for Norwegian Cruise Line, where he developed innovative programming and leveraged partnerships with The Second City and Twyla Tharp.

A graduate of NYU/Tisch School of the Arts Drama, Andrew performed internationally, from Radio City Music Hall to Tokyo. His career has taken him everywhere from tap dancing on Broadway to playing a dead body on all three Law & Order series (which, to this day, his family refuses to watch). His original puppet film, Christmas 1976 received multiple accolades, including the LA Film Award and Independent Shorts Award.

A staunch advocate for LGBTQIA+ causes, he has raised for charitable organizations such as MN AIDS Project, Community Fitness Today and Broadway Cares, Equity Fights AIDS/The Entertainment Community Fund.

PROTEST is a musical project created by Perrin Post to bring artists and activists together in the fight for justice. As the originating commissioner of "How We March," Post commissioned composer Aaron Gabriel to create a tribute to Marsha P. Johnson, with vocals by Kasano. The song honors Johnson’s impact on the LGBTQ+ movement and the ongoing fight for equality.

Launched in the Twin Cities, PROTEST began as a series of nonprofit concerts and events during the COVID-19 pandemic and the community uprising following George Floyd’s murder. It provided artists a platform to respond to social issues through music, while also supporting local activism and engagement.

The project highlights movements for civil rights, women’s rights, climate justice, immigrant rights, and more. The PROTEST album, featuring "How We March," is available on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, and wherever music is sold.

Nora Montañez Patterson is an Afro-descendent Indigenous Peruvian director, actor, singer, educator and playwright. She was raised in Paterson, NJ and holds a BFA from Florida Atlantic University. In Minneapolis, Nora has performed at Theatre Latte Da, Pillsbury House Theatre, Children’s Theatre, Jungle Theater, The Guthrie Theater, Theatre Mu, Mixed Blood and many others.

As a director, Nora has directed various productions for Minneapolis Public School’s, Saint Paul for the Conservatory Performing Artists, Pillsbury House Theatre’s Chicago Avenue Project, Project Opera at Minnesota Opera and Exposed Brick Theater. Nora was a GreenRoom Staff Facilitator at the Ordway Center and was recently the Casting and Producing Associate at the Playwrights’ Center in Minneapolis.

Her work has been commissioned by Exposed Brick Theatre, Penumbra Theatre (Race Workshop) and Theatre 45°, currently developing a Driveway Tour show with Open Eye Figure Theatre and a part of the Creative Team in the creation of Protest: A Revolutionary Rock Opus. Nora was a 2018 Next Step Grant recipient, a 20/21 Many Voices Mentee at the Playwrights Center, a 21/22 Creative Support Grant recipient and 21/22 Artist-in-Residence with the Department of Chicano and Latino Studies at the University of Minnesota. Nora is also the Founder/Executive Director of ALMA (Alliance of Latine Minnesota Artists). 

Mohammed Yabdri is an accomplished actor, director, screenwriter, and producer originally from Oran, Algeria, and now based in Saint Paul, Minnesota. With a prolific career spanning stage and screen, Mohammed has brought to life over 40 theatrical productions and starred in more than 200 television episodes. His dynamic presence and multifaceted skills have earned him recognition and respect within the entertainment industry.

Beyond his acting credentials, Mohammed is a visionary director and screenwriter whose creative storytelling deeply resonates with diverse audiences. His extensive expertise as a Director of Photography further enriches his productions, allowing him to craft visually compelling narratives that captivate viewers.