Harmonica Sunbeam: The Uplifting Comedy Queen
Table of Contents
Early Life and Career
Drag Story Hour Program
Television and Film Appearances
Musical Collaborations
Community Outreach
Early Life and Career
Harmonica Sunbeam was born and raised in New York City. From a young age, she was drawn to performing and developed her skills in dance, comedy, and music. After high school, Harmonica began performing her comedy act at nightclubs and cabarets in New York in the 1990s. Her uplifting comedy and singing quickly gained popularity, leading to performances across the U.S. and internationally over 27 years.
Drag Story Hour Program
In recent years, Harmonica has focused on uplifting children through Drag Story Hour programs, which involve drag performers reading stories to kids in libraries and schools. Harmonica brought Drag Story Hour to New York, being featured in the New York Times and a BuzzFeed video. She aims to provide positive queer role models for children while encouraging self-expression and creativity.
Television and Film Appearances
Harmonica has appeared in TV shows and films like HBO's The Deuce, the movie Honey with Jessica Alba, and Please Give with Catherine Keener. She is a member of the Screen Actors Guild. Her charisma shines through on camera just as it does live.
Musical Collaborations
Harmonica has worked with renowned artists like Beyonce, Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Holliday, and was a backup dancer for Katy Perry on Saturday Night Live. She has released her own dance singles including "Ready to Pump," "I'm Here to Work," and "This Is The Beat."
Community Outreach
Giving back to LGBTQI organizations is important to Harmonica. She regularly works with groups like the Bayard Rustin Center for Social Justice, New Jersey Coalition for Bullying Awareness and Prevention, Jersey City Pride, Hyacinth AIDS Foundation, and African Ancestral Lesbians United for Societal Change. She serves as a positive queer role model and advocate.
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