filthy gorgeous
Last night Jano and I went to see Filthy Gorgeous: The Trannyshack Story. For those who don't know, Trannyshack is a weekly drag performance show at The Stud. Bjork has DJ'd there on occasion, and Matmos makes regular appearances, usually with records in hand to trade with DJ's.
The movie reminded me of all the things that I do like (gasp!) about San Francisco, for example, the fact that somehow it enables totally freaky weird performers to find a voice and an outlet for their passions. And the thing is, a lot of the shows are actually really good, with amazing costumes and highly developed stage presence and humor.
Even though San Francisco might not be able to offer up fresh smart art on every corner and really striking new electronic music the way, say, Berlin does, at least I know Trannyshack is still here, every Tuesday night. You could set your clock to it. If nothing else, San Francisco is reliable.