Disco, Drag, and $1,600 Raised!
The ONE L&C Talent / No Talent Cabaret Disco Party was a vibrant celebration of community, defined by high-energy performances and a shared commitment to LGBTQAI+ youth and families.
The Lewis & Clark community came together on April 11 for an unforgettable night, successfully raising more than $1,600 to support TransActive.
If you missed the live action or simply want to relive the highlights, use your lclark.edu email address to view this photo slideshow. Special thanks to photographer Nina Johnson for volunteering her time and talent to capture the magic of the night.
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Regina started the night off singing “Get The Party Started” by Shirley Bassey.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Doug Lennox was the MC for the night–entertaining the audience with multiple costume changes!Credit: Nina Johnson -
Billie McBride performed “Take Me Home” by Cher.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Billie McBride as Cher.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Michelle Okoh performed "Weight of the World" by Keiichi Okabe.Credit: Nina Johnson -
The event raised $1600 for TransActive.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Head of Education and Outreach for TransActive Carson Varnum.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Billie McBride performed “Take Me Home” by Cher.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Lydia and Elise (voice and guitar) played “Die With a Smile” by Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Amanda Valley sang (karaoke) “Working for the Weekend” by Loverboy.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Amanda Valley sang "Working for the Weekend" by Loverboy.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Lori Friedman read her original creative nonfiction piece titled “Everything I Know About Love I Learned From Stephen Sondheim.”Credit: Nina Johnson -
Billie McBride performed "If I Could Turn Back Time" by Cher.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Billie McBride as Cher.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Michelle Okoh performed “Weight of the World” by Keiichi Okabe.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Nadia and the Blue Moons started their set with “You’d Be So Nice to Come Home To.”Credit: Nina Johnson -
Nadia singing “Route 66.”Credit: Nina Johnson -
Regina performs “I Will Survive” by Gloria Gaynor.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Regina performs “I Am What I Am” by Gloria Gaynor.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Regina reaches for a donation from the crowd.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Regina performs “Never Can Say Goodbye” by Gloria Gaynor.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Katie Jo Walter sings “Magic” by Olivia Newton John.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Michelle Okoh performs “Midnight Sky” by Miley Cyrus.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Billie McBride performs “You’ll Never Walk Alone” by Susan Boyle.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Billie McBride holds a RESIST flag.Credit: Nina Johnson -
Left to right: Vanessa Holmgren, Jason Holmgren, Katie Jo Walter, Reggie “Regina Ray” Raiford
Every dollar from generous guest donations went directly to TransActive, an initiative through L&C’s Graduate School of Education and Counseling that provides essential support and advocacy for transgender and gender-expansive youth.
The stage stayed busy with a diverse lineup that proved talent—and a good sense of humor—runs deep at L&C:
- Staff Stars: Spirited acts from Alumni and Parent Programs, Human Resources, law faculty, law staff, and a member of Executive Council.
- Student Sounds: A high-energy set from a talented law school student band.
- Standout Moments: Crowd-pleasing performances by Reggie “Regina” Raiford kept the energy soaring.
- Special Guest: The room was honored by a special appearance from Miss Trans Oregon 2024, who added an extra layer of inspiration and glamour to the festivities.
Between the complimentary food and the laughter following the various performances, the event served as a powerful reminder of what the Lewis & Clark community can achieve when it rallies for social justice.
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