Alexandra Billings

Mercury Theater Chicago

### Event Description: The Big Gay Cabaret Presents Alexandra Billings and Honey West

#### Event Overview:
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Venus Cabaret Theater as The Big Gay Cabaret proudly presents the sensational talents of Alexandra Billings and Honey West. This event promises to be a spectacular showcase of music, theater, and storytelling, featuring two of the most dynamic performers in the industry.

#### Event Details:
- **Dates and Showtimes:**
  - **Friday, August 9th at 8 PM**
  - **Saturday, August 10th at 8 PM**
- **Venue:** Venus Cabaret Theater

#### Performers:

**Alexandra Billings:**
Alexandra Billings is a multi-talented actress, singer, author, teacher, and activist. She made history as the first trans actor to portray Madame Morrible in the Broadway production of "Wicked." Her Broadway debut in "The Nap" was hailed as a "sensational Broadway debut" by Ben Brantley of the NY Times. Alexandra has starred in the Amazon series "Transparent" and "The Peripheral," and has been a recurring guest star on shows like "The Conners" and "Never Have I Ever." She is also the Executive Producer and star of the upcoming film "Queen Tut," for which she has been nominated for Best Lead Actress/Comedy by the Canadian Film Awards. Alexandra is a Professor of Theater at USC and a Viewpoints Associate at The Steppenwolf Theater Company.

**Honey West:**
Honey West is a celebrated performer known for her roles in productions such as "A Little Night Music," "CLUE," and "Priscilla Queen of the Desert" at Mercury Theater Chicago, where she received a Jeff Nomination for Best Supporting Actress. She has also starred in "La Cage Aux Folles," "Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn," and "Gypsy." Honey has been recognized with a Best Actress Award from BroadwayWorld.com and was inducted into the Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame in 2012. She is currently working on a new cabaret act and an autobiographical one-woman show, and has a co-starring role on FOX's "Proven Innocent."

#### Additional Information:
- **Meet & Greet:** Available for an additional $25.

Don't miss this extraordinary event that celebrates diversity, talent, and the vibrant spirit of the LGBTQ+ community. Secure your tickets now and be part of a night to remember!