History of Sodom

Sodom was launched on August, 15th 2009, after drag star Donnarama asked the reigning Queen of Sodom, Mahogany Browne, is she could use the royal loo. See the video for what she found. Soon the sparkles and glamour began to flow and Sodom was born. 

The word Sodom is a potent one for queers. Sodomy laws are what were used (and still are in many countries and American states) against homosexuals to imprison and murder them. At the same time, all great club parties — the most notable being Studio 54 — get referred to with the expression “It was like Sodom…” 

Sodom, Toronto’s decadent dance party, is inspired by the queer roots of creativity and cutting-edge cultures. Goodhandy’s is the ideal location for Sodom. It is truly a club on the edge, creating a safe place for transgender individuals and people of all orientations. The political work of Goodhandy’s co-owners Todd Klinck and Mandy Goodhandy is something Sodom salutes. At Goodhandy’s, the party is always political and, most important, the club is a great place to pick up. 

Performers on the Sodom royal stage have included some of the fiercest drag artists including Donnarama, Mahogany Browne, Daytona Bitch and Robyn de Cradle. They have left a trail glitter, balloons, fabrics and Crisco. 

Each month Sodom picks a theme to inspire people to don their gay apparel. Vampires, cavemen, Atlantians and angels are but a few of the past suggestions, but in the end any outfit goes at Sodom. If you have any theme suggestions send them to contact@sodom.ca 

For a history of the biblical Sodom, click here .