Pride Laughs: Celebration of the Gays Show Lineup Revealed
Campy night at Hollywood Improv with top comics, drag star Morgan McMichaels and charity.
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Justine Marino has officially unveiled the cast for “Celebration of the Gays,” a pride-themed comedy showcase at Hollywood Improv benefitting the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation. Promising a blend of stand-up, improv and camp, the evening culminates in a special drag finale by Morgan McMichaels. Tickets are on sale now, and all proceeds go toward ongoing HIV/AIDS programs.
Comedy Crush Xo Returns With Pride Flair
The event is presented by Marino’s comedy brand, Comedy Crush XO, which has built a reputation at the Improv for packed houses and sold-out bills. In a previous post, Marino highlighted her last Comedy Crush XO show featuring Avery Pearson Keys and herself, noting that every seat was filled and urging fans to secure their spots well in advance. That high-energy formula of curated talent and infectious enthusiasm sets the tone for this pride edition.
Lineup Drops With Top Comics And Camp
Marino teased the lineup in a recent Instagram announcement, calling it “absolutely stacked.” While specific names on the roster span seasoned headliners and emerging voices, fans can expect diverse perspectives that celebrate LGBTQ+ life through humor. The evening’s bill promises quick-fire jokes, improv games and signature pop culture parodies—Marino’s hallmark approach to delivering both laughs and heartfelt moments.
Drag Finale Spotlight: Morgan Mcmichaels
A highlight of the night is the finale performance by Morgan McMichaels, best known as a fan favorite from RuPaul’s Drag Race seasons two and three. Morgan brings high-glamour choreography, lip-sync theatrics and campy wit to the stage, closing the show on a celebratory note. Marino’s announcement emphasized Morgan’s “show-stopping” talents, ensuring the evening ends with color, sparkle and audience participation.
Benefiting Elizabeth Taylor Aids Foundation
All ticket sales support the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation, founded in 1991 by Hollywood icon Elizabeth Taylor. The foundation remains a leading global advocate for people living with HIV, funding testing, prevention and direct services. Marino’s choice to partner with ETAAF aligns Comedy Crush XO with a legacy of activism at the nexus of entertainment and social impact.
The Hollywood Improv’s intimate main room provides the perfect backdrop for this pride showcase, offering up-close interactions between performers and the audience. Marino’s posts remind fans that previous Comedy Crush XO events have sold out quickly—proof of the brand’s growing buzz. Credit photographer Kendall Grove for capturing the sold-out energy of past lineups, now channeled into a night dedicated to LGBTQ+ visibility and advocacy.
Marino’s pride special is part of Comedy Crush XO’s ongoing monthly rotation, following a sold-out bill on May 28 that spotlighted Avery Pearson Keys. With the “Celebration of the Gays” installment, she elevates the stakes by channeling all proceeds to fight HIV/AIDS.
Whether you’re a longtime fan of stand-up, a drag connoisseur, or simply looking for a joyful, community-driven night out, this one-off pride event promises laughs and heart. Fans are encouraged to grab tickets early; Marino’s Instagram caption underscores limited availability in true sold-out tradition.
Join Justine Marino and a chorus of comic voices for a night of pride, purpose and punchlines—capping off with Morgan McMichaels’ drag spectacle while supporting an enduring charitable cause.
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