It's about to get glittery and glamorous this weekend as the 15th annual Mr and Miss Sovereign Western Cape 2025 Pageant returns to crown a new king and queen.
It is all going down at the Joseph Stone Auditorium on Saturday with 16 finalists who are ready to take the stage and showcase their best in themed wear, swimwear and evening wear as they vie for these very prestigious titles.
The Sovereign pageant, previously known as Miss Gay Western Cape, is more than just entertainment, it also serves as a vehicle to educate communities to respect and show tolerance towards people from a diverse sexual orientation.
Taking the stage is Jody Lee Dryden, 29, a proud gay man from Brackenfell who says advocating for the LGBTQ+ community is about promoting equality, safety and dignity for people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
He told the Daily Voice: “This is my third year entering this pageant and this year I will be coming out with a bang. Every identity deserves a spotlight. This pageant is not just about beauty, but about celebrating the diversity, courage, and brilliance of the LGBTQIA+ community. We are not here to be tolerated, we are here to be celebrated."
"This pageant is a declaration of pride, resilience, and beauty in being who we are."
“Sometimes I am mocked for just being me and not pretending to be someone I am not. At the end of the day my life is not being lived to impress anyone but myself."
Pageant director Barry Reid said the winners automatically become ambassadors and representatives of the LGBTIQA+ Community at large and will attend as many events as possible and advocate for love and acceptance as a whole.
"The audience can expect fierce competition and amazing garments, coupled with an evening full of entertainment."
This year entertainment will be by the likes of Idols SA and Maak My Famous star, Daylin Sass, Beaulah: Queens van die Kaap star Manila von Teez, with Naythan Kayser as the MC.
This show promises to deliver high voltage entertainment and great vibes so get your ticket now from Computicket for only R180.
Gig guides
-It's about to get spooky at The Address this Friday with their Halloween Edition with DJ Masoodah, Boyzn, Groovers CPT and more rocking the decks. Entry is R80 till 10pm, R100 till 11pm and R120 thereafter.
-Catch Liam Cue, DJ Kixi, Adrian Kuster and Ikon this Friday at The Jagger Lounge, entry is free.
- Spring Lovin this Saturday featuring YounstaCPT, Dr Jules, DJ Masoodah, DJ Portia and many more at 2 Shots in Kuils River. Tickets are available on Quicket or pay R140 at the door. The party starts at 3pm till late.
-Agape` School for children with Cerebral Palsy is proud to announce the launch of a fundraising event aimed at generating much-needed funds to enhance the educational experience and support services provided to learners with special needs. The event will take place on Saturday at the school premises from 2pm to 5pm. The programme will include live entertainment by Mujahid George, DJ Rollstoel, Arlene Petersen and Mark Chadwick. Tickets are R70.