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Semi-Qualified Queens use their spotlight to illuminate the world of drag

By Leonie O’Sullivan, February 6 2024—

Synthia Kiss and Juice Boxx, hosts of Semi-Qualified Queens, left an indelible mark at Calgary’s Twisted Element last week. I had the chance to speak with them both before the dynamic duo took the … Read the rest

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Twisted Element reinvents itself as a restaurant amidst COVID-19

By Jenn Gorrie, August 19 2020—

With COVID-19 regulations affecting many businesses, Twisted Element, well-known as Calgary’s LGBTQ+ nightclub, has re-opened their kitchen in an attempt to stay active as an establishment.

Now known as Twisted Pride Pub, the Queer-friendly space … Read the rest