Summary
It is time for The Comeback! Hi, It is Floyd & John here. Floyd has spent the last 20 years managing and growing RPlace Seattle, while being the face of the business for guests, performers, vendors and staff. John spent most of his 20's sitting on a bar stool or thinking he can dance at RPlace. Both of us could not bear to see RPlace close and not come back to the community in some way. Working with the prior owners of RPlace we were able to come to terms on a purchase of the business, and we then started a hard look for a new space that could provide that amazing nightlife vibe again. We have found and secured that space down in the SODO area that is going to be great for Drag Shows, dancing the night away, and some cheering for your favorite Seattle Sports team to win!
A part of making this new LGBTQIA bar come to fruition is you! We are doing this crowdfunding to help cover the renovation costs of the new building, and create this new amazing space. But don't worry, donations to this campaign will come with perks to come see us and the shows.
What We Need & What You Get
This crowdfunding is set to raise $100,000 for us and that is going to go directly into our remodel budget but specifically upgrading the sound & lighting. This is going to knock your socks off and make your visits here extra fun every time.
You can purchase an Opening Weekend Ticket to come to the Lashes Show that will have a RuPauls Drag Race queen (or two). And some of the best ones are the 6 month and 1 year passes that will give you exclusive rights to things like skip any line and no cover!
If we do not make our entire goal we will still use the money to get The Comeback open, and all dollars will go to make sure this happens.
The Impact
LGBTQIA bars have had a really rough go at it through Covid. We lost some, and some are just finally reopening. We feel it is very important in keeping an all inclusive safe space for people to come be who they are and enjoy their time and time with friends. RPlace closing has left a gap in drag shows and dancing options for people, and we cannot wait to be a part of that again.
Other Ways You Can Help
If you are not able to help donate to the campaign that is ok! It would still be an amazing help for you to share this with your social media and friends to see who else could help get us to our goal.
Every bit of people being excited and talking about it will help. AND do not forget that once we are open, you can come and enjoy it yourself. Cannot wait to see all of you amazing people soon!
Thanks,
Floyd & John
