Photos by Rink
As the oldest queer and trans Asian Pacific Islanders (QTAPI) pageant in the Bay Area, GAPA (GLBT+ Asian Pacific Alliance) Runway for more than 30 years has showcased QTAPI humanity, talent, and artistry. For 2022, GAPA Runway’s theme was “Harmonic Convergence.”
In the competition, contestants presented their best outfits fitting the theme of ascension and transcendence in an evening of glamor, entertainment, and Asian Pacific Islander excellence.
Since 2021, the previous titles of Mister and Miss GAPA were replaced with nongendered titles in one category with two winners determined by the highest scores and the winners given the option to choose the honorific they prefer. In divesting from the gender binary, GAPA hopes to usher in a new Runway era marked by inclusion, community-driven organizing, and abundance.
Sir Whitney Queers and Jezebel Patel served as emcees for the event that was held at the Herbst Theater. Named as winners for 2022 were Siam Pussey and Obsidienne Obsurd. Congratulations to both from the San Francisco Bay Times.
The website for GAPA Runway is as fabulous as the event. Check it out!
Published on September 22, 2022
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