Xinnia is a genderfluid, African, drag performer, dancer, and make up artist, originally born in Kenya of the Luo ethnic group. They have experience with many art mediums, but center dance, acting, and non-binary gender performance through their drag persona, Ogre. They explore multiple expressions of gender to create complete drag sets with narratives that are often focused through a lens of queer Afro-indigenous identity. Though currently in the Bay — performing through virtual platforms — the past three years…

Nick Labonte creates custom regalia artwork using traditional methods of beadwork, carving, and sewing.  In 2008 Nick moved to the Grand Ronde area where he became involved with Canoe Family and started attending cultural events.  Eventually accepting a position at the Chachalu Museum he built his historical knowledge and discovered his passion for artwork and its connection to his culture. Nick creates regalia pieces as well as other art forms for his son, so that he can have an awareness…

Cuream Jackson brings you "Shift", a biographical montage depicting pivotal moments of change throughout his life as a queer black male. He presents 4 acts from varying disciplines to take you on the journey through his experience. These poignant acts are framed by spoken word that showcases his experience in carving out space for himself in today's society.    

Cloud Stokely is a Black queer hip-hop artist whose influences can be found in the dazzling glam rock and synth of the 80’s as well as the energy and lyricism of 90’s hip hop and R&B. Their major musical influences are varied, ranging from genius rappers – Outkast, Childish Gambino, and Noname, to name a few – to artists with heartbreakingly beautiful voices and eclectic expressions of passion and joy like Solange, Josephine Baker, and Prince. In addition to music,…