Pine Hill Pride
2026
Join us in the heart of the Catskills for a day that feels as good as it looks. Expect great music, local flavor, cold drinks, and a crowd that shows up with real love and real pride. Whether you are here to dance, connect, or just take it all in by the lake, this is your space to be fully yourself. Mark your calendar, bring your people, and come be part of something special.
A powerhouse performer. A crowned icon. A presence you don’t forget.
Born and raised in New Jersey, Octavia Anyae has been commanding stages and captivating audiences since 2005.
Her career took off in New York City when she launched her weekly show at Suite Bar in 2010, a residency that ran for an astonishing 13 years and cemented her as a staple of the scene.
With a performance style that blends precision, charisma, and undeniable star power, Octavia doesn’t just take the stage… she owns it.
DJ
Chauncey
23 YEARS BEHIND THE DECKS.
STILL SETTING THE TONE.
DJ Chauncey Dandridge (@djchaunceyd) has spent more than two decades shaping the sound of New York City’s queer nightlife, from the East Village to Brooklyn and everywhere in between.
An eleven-time Glam Award nominee, Chauncey has brought his signature energy to iconic spaces like The Stonewall Inn, Rockbar, and Nowhere, while soundtracking major events including Urban Bear, Folsom Street East, and New York Dance Parade.
He is the creator of the legendary Madonna Worship Night, now approaching its 18th year, and has taken the party international, producing events alongside Madonna’s tours across the U.S. and Europe.
Since 2013, he has held a residency at The Stonewall Inn, providing the sound for drag shows, cabaret, and unforgettable nights on the dance floor.
Beyond the booth, Chauncey produces the queer variety show Freak Out, releases original music, and continues to support community causes including The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative.
Meet Our Performers
Terry Radigan
Terry Radigan is a Grammy-nominated, Brooklyn-born singer-songwriter and producer known for her intimate, story-led stage presence and sharp, narrative-driven songs. Her work has been recorded by major artists and featured across both big and small screens.
Alongside her own releases, Radigan has spent the past decade collaborating with SongwritingWith:Soldiers, helping veterans and their families transform lived experience into songs. It’s some of the most meaningful work she does—and a constant reminder of why music matters in the first place
Joe Colwell
Joe Colwell is back! A Catskills-based guitarist, singer, and songwriter blending folk, rock, Americana, and a touch of ’90s Britpop into original music and fresh takes on crowd favorites. Raised in Montclair, New Jersey, he’s known for his approachable style and crowd-friendly sets.
Joe brings a mix of energy, heart, and just the right amount of sing-along spirit. When he’s not playing gigs around the Catskills, he’s working at the historic Utopia Studios in Bearsville, and developing new music of his own.
He released his debut single, “Children,” in February—a track with a message of love and hope for the next generation. He’s thrilled to be back at Pine Hill Pride for its second year!
Mikey Scott is Pine Hill’s resident comedian, which mostly means he’s the only person in town who considers bombing in public a hobby.
He toured nationally with the Queers of Comedy and the Big Gay Road Show, wrote for Joan Rivers on Fashion Police, and co-hosted the beloved Mikey & Teddy Comedy Show in Los Angeles for seven years.
His stand-up has taken him everywhere from legendary clubs like The Comedy Store, The Laugh Factory, and The Improv to dive bars, coffee shops, fundraisers, basements, and at least one weed dispensary that technically counted as a venue.
Mikey has been featured on the TV shows Funny Girls and Celebrity Undercover.
These days, he’s usually found wandering Rochester Hollow with his dog Nix, trying to convince her that every deer they encounter is not a personal enemy.
He’s thrilled to be part of Pine Hill Pride and promises at least one joke about being gay in a small mountain town.
Michele Balan has been a stand-up comedian for over 30 years! (She tells people her first cruise was the NINA). Early on in her career, she was on Comedy Central’s short attention span theater. You may have seen her as a top 5 finalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing 4! She has been headlining all over the country. Her career has taken her from the Montreal Just For Laughs Festival to The Improv in Los Angeles to Caroline’s on Broadway to headlining cruise ships all over the world. Look for her on other TV shows such as Comics Unleashed, Live at Gotham and her recently released DRYBAR special.
What people say…
“This is comedy, this is what it’s all about!” -Jason Alexander
“You made me pee a little in my panties.” -Debra Messing
"Dynamite" -Cindy Adams The NY POST
"As part of the Nantucket Comedy festival, Balan had the full house in stitches." -Nantucket Mirror
"Michele Balan was on a roll, there was no stopping her!” -The Friars Club
“You make me laugh out loud!” -Her therapist
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Pine Hill Pride is made possible by the generosity of people who care deeply about this community.
Donations allow us to create a Pride celebration filled with joy, color, and connection. If you’re able to give, thank you. And if you’re interested in volunteering your time, there’s always room for more helping hands.
Our first Pride did not just meet expectations. She sashayed right past them.
Pine Hill Pride brought together neighbors, visitors, and local businesses for a day full of love, laughter, and very good vibes. Now we are back for more. Pine Hill Pride 2026 is bigger, brighter, and bursting with intention. Think live performances, all ages fun, incredible local vendors, and themed moments designed to celebrate exactly who you are.
Check out these highlights from our 2025 extravaganza!
Huge thanks to Drue Panella and Pure Motion Pictures for putting this fabulous 2025 montage together.
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Thank You To Our Sponsors
To our sponsors, supporters, and community partners.
Thank you for helping make this Pride celebration possible. Your generosity, encouragement, and belief in this event will bring people together in a meaningful way. Because of you, this Catskills gathering will be welcoming, joyful, and something our community can truly be proud of.
