Today's auction items include a rare (nude, pre-surgery) portrait of Our Lady J by renowned photographer Matthu Placek, a voice lesson with vocal-coach-to-the-stars Barbara Maier, a Marc Jacobs bag, and a grab-bag of 20 Beauty Products by Lancome, MAC, Bulgari, Tom Ford and more!
And don't forget to buy your tickets in advance for Wednesday's concert!
Rare, Nude (pre-surgery) portrait of Our Lady J by photographer Matthu Placek
Donated by artist
Matthu Placek arrived in New York City in 1997 to study at the School of Visual Arts. Matthu focuses his interests in the performing and fine arts while working with such publications as The New York Times, The New Yorker, Visionaire, V Magazine, & Vogue. Among others, he has photographed and/or collaborated with Marina Abramovic, Vanessa Beecroft, Brice Marden, Cindy Sherman, Marc Jacobs and James Ivory. Matthu Placek lives and works in New York City.
A Voice Lesson with Vocal-Coach-to-the-Stars, Barbara Maier
Donated by Barbara MaierBarbara Maier, voice teacher to some of New York's most exciting singers, is offering a private voice lesson to the highest bidder.
Maier, a performer in her own right, numbers Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Debbie Harry, Tony nominee Justin Bond, internationally famous Diamanda Galas, jazz singer Roseanna Vitro, Murray Hill, Lady Rizzo, Meow Meow as well as many Broadway performers as her students.
On Broadway she was vocal coach for the Tony nominated musical Passing Strange as well as the Polish import, Metro. Off-Broadway she has coached the casts of Fringe Festival shows, at La Mamma and Dixon Place. Her knowledge of vocal health has led her to be recommended by some of the leading laryngologists in the city. In addition, she has produced and directed shows at Joe's Pub and was an associate producer of Weimar New York. She recently added coaching public speakers to her busy schedule.
MARC BY MARC JACOBS 'Classic Q - Groovee' Satchel, in the color "Red Hot"
Retails at $498
Rich, lightly textured leather fashions a pleated satchel in a classic silhouette. The removable shoulder strap provides on-the-go convenience.
·Top zip closure.
·Interior zip, wall and cell phone pockets.
·Protective feet.
·Logo-print lining.
·Leather.
·By MARC BY MARC JACOBS; imported.
A Beauty Grab-Bag of 20 Beauty Products by Lancome, MAC, Bulgari and more!
Donated by Make-up Artist, Andrew SotomayorA grab bag of 20 Beauty Products by Lancome, MAC, Bulgari, Tom Ford for Estee Lauder, E.L.F., Dolce Vita, Kiehl's, and Bare Essentials valued at $400.
Tom Ford for Estee Lauder Collection Translucent Powder
Bare Essentials Blush in Lovely (warm plum)
L'Oreal HIP Eyeshadow in Saucy (metallic copper and brown)
Bulgari Shampoo and Conditioner (travel sized)
Kiehl's Abyssine Face Lotion (sample)
MAC Beauty Powder in Summer Rose
MAC Lipglass in Eclectic Edge
Dolce Vita The Good life Scented Candle
E.L.F. Individual Eyelash Kit
Lancome Hypnose Mascara in Black
Lancome Juicy Tubes in Bolole and Honey Violet
Lancome Cell Defense Face Serum
Lancome Nail Polishes in Piha Black and Cinnamon Plum
Lancome Color Fever Lipsticks in Bronze Beauty and Rock Icon Fuchsia
Lancome Travel Compact with four eyeshadows and matching blush (pink, black, brown and ivory)
Lancome Travel Sized Bronzer in Solaire
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Future donations include:
* Original Artwork by Rosie O'Donnell
* An original composition by Nico Muhly, a set of ten palindromic phrases (B-O-O-B) and variations composed especially for Boob-Aid
* A date with Novice Theory, plus an autographed copy of his new album
* A signed first-edition copy of "Lipschitz Six, or Two Angry Blondes" by T Cooper
* An autographed RuPaul collector's doll
* An autographed DVD from Margaret Cho.
December 16th is the concert... Get your tickets now!
This unusual evening of holiday glamour and over-the-top talent will benefit Our Lady J's upcoming breast augmentation surgery. This next step in her gender reassignment surgeries is very expensive and unfortunately not covered by health insurance. So in good humor, Our Lady J's friends are stepping out on stage to sing songs all about BOOBS! Shows at 7pm & 9pm, The Wild Project, 195 East 3rd Street, NYC
$50 ticket price includes free drinks all night as well as VIP seating. $25 tickets are for general admission only.
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