The Closties Variety Hour: Easter Extravaganza is a holiday spin-off special that explores concepts of abiding faith, sacrifice, profound surrender, and unshakeable hope through a blend of music, dance, parody and visual spectacle, all infused with a theatricality that mirrors the grand performance inherent in Black church culture. EasterExtravaganza is an act of reclamation and celebration, inviting the audience to experience a nostalgic, sacred space where queer identities are not only welcome but are central to the divine narrative.

Premiered at Ars Nova in March 2026

Cast: Morgan Gregory, Kashia Kancey, Khandis Merritt, Joyboy Marie Thompson, Cristina Moya Palacios

Sound Design: Cristina Moya Palacios

Photos by: @photochase_nyc