Faces & Places: Inside the Blue Moon on Pageant Night

Joey Young and Chi Chi de Vivre. Photo by Ava Grace.

Nine incredible queens took the stage Sunday night for the Blue Moon Pageant, each bringing their own dazzling take on this year’s “Pittsburgh Icons” theme. While Joey Young ultimately claimed the crown with a stunning Lydia B. Kollins-inspired look and powerful live vocals, the competition was packed with unforgettable moments. First runner-up Chi Chi de Vivre paid tribute to poet Rachel Ann Bovier with a dramatic ballad, while Stevie Crotchford zoomed in as a pierogi. Snoozy Q had the crowd in stitches as Laffin’ Sal, and Miss Demeanor honored Pittsburgh’s own Mac Miller. It was a night of pure drag magic—now, check out the gallery for all the fierce looks!

Photos by Ava Grace.

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