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MAGAZINE

ISSUE05

Introduction

INTRODUCTION Amsterdam is in the international spotlights this year. Media from all over the world have selected Amsterdam as one of the ‘hottest’ places to visit. The reopening of famous museums, the celebration of 400 years of famous canals, the first king making it to the throne in over a 100 years….. 2013 is definitely a big year for the city! Rapido Events takes part in the Royal celebrations by organizing three amazing parties during this period. We kick off on April 27 with ‘Offer Nissim’, an event built around the famous Israeli DJ performer. On this special day – which is the birthday of the new Dutch king – we welcome all kings, queens and happy party people from all over the world to join us for what is destined to become an unforgettable happening. Ralphi Rosario, one of the pioneers of house music, is one of the most respected dj’s in the scene and a true legend. We are very

AMSTERDAM CITY MAP Exploration Touristic Info locations Zeedijk area locations Warmoesstraat area locations Spuistraat area locations Reguliersdwarsstraat area locations Amstel area locations Kerkstraat area locations Queen’s Day 2013 Agenda Party Listing Pre-sale information Offer Nissim Sneak a Peak Inside: A.C.F. 2

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honoured that Ralphi Rosario, together with DJ Abel, will be the lead DJ’s in Rapido Queen’s Days edition. Both DJ’s are looking forward to show Amsterdam what partying is all about. The Rapido After Party – with DJ Pagano - will be the icing on the cake of this memorable weekend. Come and have fun with us in Amsterdam this year and visit the European hot spot of 2013. Discover famous and hidden gay locations, which are all highlighted in our magazine. With this Amsterdam 4U by Rapido you are sure to end up in the right place. For other useful information during your stay visit www.nighttours.com and www.clubrapido.com The Rapido Team

Amsterdam Hot Spots p36-41 Who is….Rosabel? p42 Rapido Queen’s Day Edition p44 Rapido AFTER p46 Amsterdam Fetish Pride p50 What to do on Queen’s day p52 FunHouse “Come Fly With Me” p56 Who is….Offer Nissim? p64 Rapido World Tour p66 BENT p68 House XY p70 Rapido Clubbing Wear p74

Navigate your way through the magazine and find the places you are looking for in our special ‘gay’ city maps. The codes below will make it easy for you to identify what each location has to offer. FACILITY S R H G B C I CS CI W

- Shop - Restaurant - Hairdresser - Gym - Bar - Club - Information centre - Coffeeshop - Cinema - Launderette

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M - Mixed (all ages) Y - Young (18 t/m 25) A - Average (25 t/m 45) O - Older (45+)

MUSIC P - Pop RB - R&B / Hip Hop H/T/D - House / Techno / Dance L - Lounge NL - Dutch LM - Live Music S/E/N - 70/80/90ties

For advertising in this magazine, questions or remarks please contact us on info@clubrapido.com. Find us on Facebook and Twitter!

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Amsterdam City Map Exploration

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Info page

Pink Point GAYtic The friendly volunteers of Pink Point and GAYtic are an ideal source of information about anything that happens in Amsterdam. Not only are they aware of the best Gay spots, latest Gay happenings and everything else related to gay matters, they are also very knowledgeable about anything else Amsterdam has to offer. From great coffee shops to the latest dining venues frequented by the Amsterdam in crowd, from theatre performances to art exhibitions, this is the place where you get all the information. You can even book entrance tickets for most events directly with Pink Point and Gaytic : the best source of local information provided by the local gay community.

Pink Point: Open:

Westermarkt, opposite 9A, 1016 DH Amsterdam Thursday till Monday: 10:00 till 18:00 (10 am till 6pm)

GAYtic: Open:

Spuistraat 44, 1012 TV Amsterdam Monday till Saturday: 11:00 till 19:00 (11am till 7pm) Sunday : 12:00 till 19:00 (12am till 7pm)

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Queen’s Day 2013

Queen’s Day 2013 The last Queen’s Day celebration : Long Live the King !

Queen’s Day turns into Kings Day after this year, so it’s time for a giant party! Queen’s Day festivities invite locals and up to 800,000 visitors alike to soak up Amsterdam’s open-air fun. This year there will be even more visitors as if it’s the official day of abdication of Queen Beatrix. In the streets, canals, parks and everywhere in between, the city is bursting with orange as “Amsterdammers” enjoy the biggest street party of the year. Amidst orange-pride, live music, DJs, parties and a citywide flea market, you’ll find an lovely atmosphere not to be missed. On Queen’s Day, hundreds of brightly decorated boats pack the narrow Amsterdam canals. The next best thing to being on one of the boats is watching - and dancing - from one of the many bridges. There will be great activities at the famous gaystreets Reguliersdwarsstraat, Amstel and Zeedijk. As a city built on trade, “Amsterdammers” love to haggle and bargain. The free market gives everyone the chance to sell their second-hand items in the streets and parks of Amsterdam, creating one of the world’s largest flea markets. Queen’s Day is a public holiday but certainly not a day of rest. The Dutch, expats and tourists alike flock to Amsterdam for a day of celebration. During Queen’s night and on Queen’s Day the carnival atmosphere spreads; DJ’s play parties on public squares; brightly decorated boats fill canals; and live music spills onto the streets.

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Agenda party listing APRIL- JUNE

Agenda party Listing April till June 2013 DATE PARTY VENUE

APRIL 1 APRIL Cheap Easter Monday Prik! 5 APRIL Top VS. Bottom Club Roque 5 APRIL Sandwich Club NYX 6 APRIL (Z)onderbroek Club Church 6 APRIL Pink Istanbul Paradiso 6 APRIL Spellbound OCCII 6 APRIL 3x NYX Club NYX 6 APRIL Players Club Fuxxx 7 APRIL Bingo! Thermos D&N 7 APRIL Twinks Orgy Club Church 12 APRIL Eurovision in Concert Pre Party Amstel Fifty-four 12 APRIL Sjaniekwa Club NYX 13 APRIL Wasteland Northsea Venue 13 APRIL Q-koorts Club Roque 13 APRIL XXXLeather (22:00/04:00) Club Church 13 APRIL Eurovision In Concert Melkweg 13 APRIL Hellfire - Wasteland Afterparty (04:00 till late) Club Church 13 APRIL F*cking Pop Queers Jimmy Woo 13 APRIL 3x NYX Club NYX 19 APRIL Club Le Freak Club Roque 19 APRIL NYX invites Room Service Club NYX 20 APRIL Just Club Church 20 APRIL 3x NYX Club NYX 26 APRIL Nyxteria 90â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club NYX 27 APRIL Offer Nissim Amsterdam Convention Factory 27 APRIL Hoerenbal Club Church 27 APRIL Bear Necessity Kingsday Odeon 27 APRIL 3x NYX Club NYX 27 APRIL Fucking Pop Queers XL to be announced 27 APRIL After party (till 09:00) Club Roque 27 till 30 APRIL Queensday weekend Amstelpodium 28 APRIL Rapido Queensday Edition Paradiso 28 APRIL Thermos goes Exotic! Thermos D&N 29 APRIL Rapido AFTER Hotel Arena 29 APRIL (Z)onderbroek Club Church 29 APRIL Amstel Queensday party Amstel 26

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DATE PARTY VENUE

APRIL C.D. 29 APRIL Queensdaynight Reguliersdwarsstraat 29 APRIL Pre-coronation Pool Party Thermos D&N 29 APRIL Club Roquers (Q-day) Club Roque 29 APRIL BeaPRIX Farewell Night Bar Prik! 29 APRIL NYX loves TRIX by night Club NYX 30 APRIL Queensday Amsterdam 30 APRIL (Z)onderbroek Club Church 30 APRIL Royal Inauguration The Dam 30 APRIL NYX loves TRIX by day Club NYX 30 APRIL Welcome Willem-Alex Day! Bar Prik!

MAY 3 MAY Top VS. Bottom Club Roque 3 MAY Sandwich Club NYX 4 MAY (Z)onderbroek Club Church 4 MAY Memorial Day Homomonument 4 MAY Players Club Fuxxx 5 MAY Liberation Day Amstel Concert 9 till 12 MAY Fetish Pride Amsterdam Amsterdam 10 MAY RECON Full Fetish The Eagle 10 MAY Summer Special Club NYX 11 MAY F*cking Pop Queers Jimmy Woo 11 MAY Debat Fetish Pride (14:00 till 17:00) Club Church 11 MAY Q-koorts Club Roque 11 MAY Undercover Club Church 11 MAY 3X NYX Club NYX 12 MAY Bingo! Thermos D&N 12 MAY Naked Lunch (12:00 till 16:00) Club Church 17 MAY Club Le Freak Club Roque 17 MAY Sjaniekwa Club NYX 18 MAY Pacha Festival Java Eiland 18 MAY 3X NYX Club NYX 18 MAY Furball Club Church 24 MAY Supertoys Club AIR 24 MAY 1000 & 1 gay party Amstelpodium 24 MAY Toppers In Concert Amsterdam Arena 25 MAY Ladz Easter Club Church 25 MAY Toppers In Concert Amsterdam Arena 25 MAY 3x NYX Club NYX 25 MAY After party (till 09:00) Club Roque 26 MAY Toppers In Concert Amsterdam Arena 26 MAY Thermos goes Exotic! Thermos D&N 31 MAY Night with Blush Club NYX Amsterdam4U by Rapido Issue 5 2013

Agenda party listing APRIL- JUNE

DATE PARTY VENUE

JUNE 1 JUNE Bear Necessity Odeon 1 JUNE Players Club Fuxxx 1 JUNE 3x NYX Club NYX 1 JUNE (Z)onderbroek Club Church 2 JUNE Twinks (16:00 till 22:00) Club Church 7 JUNE Top VS. Bottom Club Roque 7 JUNE Sandwich Club NYX 8 JUNE Amsterdam Open Air 2013 Gaasperpark 8 JUNE XXXLeather Club Church 8 JUNE F*cking Pop Queers Jimmy Woo 8 JUNE 3x NYX Club NYX 8 JUNE Q-koorts Club Roque 9 JUNE Bingo! Thermos D&N 14 JUNE NYX invites Room Service Club NYX 15 JUNE FunHouse WesterUnie 15 JUNE Undercover Club Church 15 JUNE 3x NYX Club NYX 16 JUNE FunHouse AFTER T.B.A. 21 JUNE Club Le Freak Club Roque 21 JUNE Sjaniekwa Club NYX 22 JUNE Unleashed Club Church 22 JUNE 3x NYX Club NYX 22 JUNE After party (till 09:00) Club Roque 28 JUNE Kinky Christmas Amstelpodium 28 JUNE Nyxteria 90’s Club NYX 28 JUNE Kinky Christmas Club Roque 29 JUNE Leather New Year Club Roque 29 JUNE Hoerenbal Club Church 29 JUNE Leather New Year Amstelpodium 29 JUNE Can You Feel IT Club AIR 30 JUNE Thermos goes Exotic! Thermos D&N

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TICKETS PRESALE Presale for all Rapido Events organized events are available on www.clubrapido.com and following shop outlets : ES Collection , Zeedijk 61 RoB, Warmoesstraat 71 Gays & Gadgets, Spuistraat 44 Amistad Hotel, Kerkstraat 42 Black Body, Kerkstraat 173 Pink Point, Westermarkt Artem Bodywear, Reguliersdwarsstraat 39 RufSkin Amsterdam, Reguliersdwarsstraat 54 For all other events please visit: www.nighttours.com

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Offer Nissim: Saturday April 27

Offer Nissim : Saturday April 27 After every performance of Offer Nissim for Rapido Events, the first question asked is always ‘when will he be back?’. This immensely popular DJ performer is one of the star attractions on any event and we are so proud to have Offer Nissim back with us in Amsterdam for the 5th time. Another DJ with a great following is Sharon-O-Love. Since her thrilling Fun House debut in 2011 and very first Amsterdam performance ever – Sharon has become the darling of the Amsterdam gay scene and she will be one of the other stars performing next to Offer Nissim. The Russian based Saeed Ali has quickly become a resident DJ after his successful performances during FunHouse and the Rapido World Tour and completes this incredible DJ line/up. The Factory (ACF) with its unique industrial atmosphere is the perfect setting to host this very special event.

Event info: Date : Location : Address : DJ’s : Time : Tickets : 32

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Saturday April 27 ACF, Amsterdam Convention Factory Czaar Peterstraat 213, Amsterdam Offer Nissim (ISR), Sharon-O-Love (UK) & Saeed Ali (RUS) 22:00 till 07:00 (10pm till 7am) Early Bird : € 17,50 (excl. fee); Normal : € 20,00 (excl. fee); Normal Combi Ticket : € 55,00 (excl. fee, incl. Rapido April 28) VIP : € 35,00 (excl. fee, incl fast lane access, cloak room, welcome drink); WEEKEND VIP : € 100,00 (excl. fee, incl. Rapido April 28 & Rapido AFTER April 29)

The ACF , Amsterdam Convention Factory

The ACF, Amsterdam Convention Factory This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Offer Nissim event will be held in a marvelous venue right in the city center. The Amsterdam Convention Factory is the ultimate choice to host this incredible experience. Formerly a heavy engine assembly plant, the authentic industrial raw look of the building has been amazingly preserved, making it a perfect location for a thrilling party experience. The industrial tubing, the immense surface area of no less then 4000 square meters, the high end facilities and the industrial hall in combination with the customized elements make this a very special location. This phenomenal arena can hold three thousand people and has one major dance-floor and an extensive VIP area. This gives the party goers the opportunity to experience different atmospheres during the event. A wide range of facilities will be available for your convenience; parking at reduced rates, complimentary use of toilets, extra lockers and spacious cloak rooms (free for VIP & GOLD) and interior and exterior smoking areas. The massive stage and friendly priced drinks all add to the experience. The Amsterdam Convention Factory can easily be reached by public transportation. Tram line 10 has a stop next door. ACF , Amsterdam Convention Factory Czaar Peterstraat 213 1018 PL Amsterdam www.stage-theaters.nl

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Argos Argos Bar Warmoesstraat 95 1012 HZ Amsterdam www.argosbar.nl

The Argos bar is a very popular leather and fetish bar located in the heart of the red light district. If you feel for a hot and rough night out then knock the Argos Bar door. Hot men from around the world will get together to meet each other and let their fantasies come true. Argos bar has a nice ground floor bar, great music, views from both sides of the building and a well informed, friendly staff that will keep you well lubricated. The bar attracts those from the leather, rubber and uniform scene. A cruisy atmosphere with crowd of all ages. Recently the Argos Bar is renovated so that means even more fun! Downstairs youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find plenty of cabins, dark corners and a sling room. Every Sunday at Argos Bar local beer and soft drinks for only EUR 2,-, finger-food, warm snacks and the famous Rob Lottery! Opening times Mon - Thu 22:00 till 03:00 Fri - Sat 22:00 till 04:00 Sun 18:00 till 03:00

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Montmartre This is the place to meet the locals in a warm and welcoming setting. Drink a cold beer and enjoy a true party mood in the bubbling atmosphere of Cafe Montmartre. The friendly staff is always in for a chat and will treat you like a favourite guest. A combination of Dutch cosines, top 40 music and typical Amsterdam entertainment. . That is what Café Montmartre stands for. Everybody is welcome at this nononsense Dutch pub that has been a raving success for many years.

Café Montmartre Halvemaansteeg 17 1017 CR Amsterdam www.cafemontmartre.nl Info@cafemontmartre.nl

Dance the night away, mingle and meet new friends and drink till the sun rises. Ask the bartender for your favourite music and he will surely play it for you. On Sunday you’ll get entertained by various artists who will play live music for you and your friends. Every last Friday of the month there is special theme night; check the party agenda for a summary of ‘Amstel podium’ theme nights. Let’s get the party started at Café Montmartre! Opening times Sun till Thu - 17:00 till 01:00 Fri till Sat - 17:00 till 04:00 Everyday happy hour from 18:00 till 20:00 Amsterdam4U by Rapido Issue 5 2013

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MISTER B Warmoesstraat 89 Opening hours: Monday 10.30-19.00 Tuesday 10.30-19.00 Wednesday 10.30-19.00 Thursday 10.30-21.00 Friday 10.30-19.00 Saturday 11.00-18.00 Sunday 13.00-18.00

Mister B. offers a hot, extensive collection of the highest quality leather and rubber clothing products, including our toys for men range and many other accessories from whips and cuffs to condoms and lubricants. We are the fetish experts, specializing in quality of choice. Our first store opened in 1994, on the Warmoesstraat in Amsterdam, where at the time we were able to offer custom leather tailoring services in just one day. In 2000 we then opened our second flagship store in Berlin, Germany; which we quickly outgrew, having to relocate to larger premises in 2005. Now, in 2013, we are proud to have opened our brand new 150m2 flagship store in Paris! Not only this, but you will find our products being sold in locations all around the world, from London and Antwerp to Budapest and Montreal. Check out one of our stores or www.misterb.com today to fulfill your darkest desires.

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Reality If you want to feel some tropical breeze and caribbean sounds you have to go to Bar Reality at the Reguliersdwarsstraat. You will directly feel at home and it will be hard to stand still as if the salsa, merenque and R&B sounds will harmful embrace you. Ask the bartender to spin your favorite number one hit and he will gladly do it for you.

Reality Bar Reguliersdwarsstraat 129 1017 BL Amsterdam 020 6393012

Bar Reality calls itself ‘‘The hottest black and white gay bar in town’’ and it is, everyday again. Reality is a mixed bar very popular by Africans and LatinAmerican guests but only if you want to have a fun night out everyone is welcome. And now back to Reality! Two for the price of one every day from 20:30 till 22:00 Sun - Thu - 20:00 - 03:00 Fri - Sat - 20:00 - 04:00

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Amstel 54 AMSTEL FIFTYFOUR AMSTEL 54 1017 AB AMSTERDAM INFO@AMSTELFIFTYFOUR.NL WWW.AMSTELFIFTYFOUR.NL FACEBOOK AMSTEL 54

Welcome at Amstel Fiftyfour; this hip and trendy gay bar overlooking the well-known Amstel River is the place to be. In the heart of the city, you are welcomed by sociable staff and you can regularly enjoy hot acts, dancers and great DJ’s. Contestants of Holland’s Got Talent, Popstars and Idols are frequently performing at Amstel Fiftyfour. In spring and summer time the terrace opens up so you and your friends can relish the sun and drink a nice glass of wine. Looking for more partying? Amstel Fiftyfour claims to have the best after parties in town every last Saturday of every other month. Take a look at the party agenda and the week agenda in this magazine for a overview of things to do at Amstel Fiftyfour. Two for the price of one; daily between 21:00h and 22:00h Opening times Mon - Thu - 16:00h till 03:00h Fri - Sat - 16:00h till 04:00h Sun - 16:00 till 03:00h

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The Bronx The Bronx claims to be Amsterdam’s number one adult store. Visit The Bronx in the city centre of Amsterdam and find everything you need for a fun night out. The Bronx knows about your needs and they will handle them with care. Get to know the playzone or check out the amount of DVD’s, dildo’s, fetish wear, lube, underwear, condoms and toys they have in stock. Their friendly professional staff will help you try on your favorite wear and gear and they will answer all your questions about the special boy toys they sell.

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With experience since 1976 you’ll go home with a contented feeling, ready to fulfill your fantasies. Opening times Mon - Thu 10:00 till 21:30 Fri - Sun 10:00 till 22:00

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Who is ... Rosabel ?

‘Ralphi Rosario’

Who is ... Rosabel ?

Ralphi loves music and he likes to share it with others, Ralphi Rosario began spinning records for friends at house and school parties in the late 70s. More then a quarter of a century later, he still spins for legions of friends at massive gatherings around the globe in countries like Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Spain, Austria, Portugal, Canada and The Netherlands. His acumen as a DJ for the dance floor is undeniable. To this day, he maintains a DJ residency in his hometown Chicago. Shortly after his start as a DJ, Ralphi made dance/house music history as a member of the world renowned Chicago Hot Mix Five, delivering his mix magic to the masses over the airwaves for nearly a decade. Ralphi made remixes for Beyoncé, Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Kelly Clarkson and many more. Ralphi Rosario has worked and helped design his own production/remix team Rosabel, with long time friend DJ Abel. With major labels, he has credited labels such as Atlantic, Arista, Epic/Sony, Columbia, Nervous, and Strictly Rhythm

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S ‘Abel Aguilera’ Abel is born in Brooklyn New York, and lives in Miami, Abel had a mix show on Miami radio at age twenty, but it were his residencies at South Beach clubs such as Paragon and Salvation that established Abel as a great DJ. One of the best known and most respected DJ’s on the circuit, Abel credits his incredible success to two words: cha-cha. “You gotta give them the cha-cha,” he says. “Nothing gets the ass shaking more than Latin beats.” With his production and remixing partner, Ralphi Rosario, teaming together as Rosabel, the duo has worked with Cher, Donna Summer, and Gloria Estefan. Abel has headlined nearly every circuit weekend and party, and regularly showcases his legendary prowess with residencies at Alegria, Salvation Saturdays, One Mighty Weekend, Atlantis Cruises and of course Rapido Events.

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Rapido Queen’s Day Edition : Sunday April 28

Rapido Queen’s Day Edition : Sunday April 28 Queen’s day will turn into Kings day after 2013! The very last Queen’s day Rapido Event will be a party to remember. The legendary Ralphi Rosario and Abel Aguilera, who have been the masters of house music for several decades and areconsidered to be some of the most influential house DJ’s of all times, are both top producers of innovative and popular House tracks. Together they form ‘DJ Rosabel’, a DJ alter ego that continues to delight and surprise us with new productions that thrill crowds on dance floors all over the world. Rapido will see no less than 9(!) hours of Rosabel on Paradiso’s main daince floor, en exciting and exhilarating experience not to be missed. Rapido’s final Queen’s Day event guarantees to be full of surprises and will pave the way for our next year’s King’s edition.

Event info: Date : Sunday April 28 Location : Paradiso Weteringsschans 6, Amsterdam DJ’s : Rosabel (Ralphi Rosario (USA) & Abel (USA); Dikky Vendetta (NL); RW (NL); Bloom (NL) & Jack Chang (UK) Time : 15:00 till 02:00 (3pm till 2 am) Tickets : Tickets : all ticket types are Sold Out we however keep guaranteed 50 Tickets for Sale at the Door [max 1 ticket per person].

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Rapido After Queen’s Day Edition

Rapido AFTER Queen’s Day Edition : Monday morning April 29 Rapido AFTER Queen’s Day Edition : Monday morning April 29 Still jumping and full of energy ? Continue your dance experience in style in another former church. The church room from Hotel Arena will be the perfect setting to end this Rapido Queen’s day night. Free buses will bring you fast (6 minutes drive) and convenient from Rapido to Hotel Arena. Sufficient public transport choices are available in the morning to bring you quickly back to the Leidse Plein (Paradiso area) and beyond. Whether you want to chill and mellow or continue to dance, it is all possible in Rapido AFTER. This is DJ Pagano’s party who will bring your energy levels back in no time with his fantastic choice of music, which has become the trade mark of this party. Celebrate until the morning on this incredible Rapido AFTER.

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Monday morning April 29 Hotel Arena ‘s-Gravesandestraat 51, 1092 AA Amsterdam Pagano (UK) 01:00 till 10:00 (1am till 10am) Pre-sale : € 10,00 (excl. Fee); Door : € 15,00

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Amsterdam Fetish Pride

The first Amsterdam Fetish Pride takes place in Amsterdam from 9 to 12 May. Companies, organizations and volunteers from the Amsterdam leather and fetish scene will organize a clothing market, a debate, workshops and a Mr Leather Amsterdam election. Highlights are the Full Fetish Party on Friday 10 May and XXX Leather on Saturday 11 May. Next to the Gay Pride in the summer and a Leather Pride in November, Amsterdam gets a new GLBT event. Initiator and organizer Michael Roks (manager of the Eagle Amsterdam and Dirty Dicks): ‘’Amsterdam is gaining ground; our capital is still one of the most favorite European travel destinations for homosexual men and women. Amsterdam is already world famous due to the many gay events. The Gay Pride in August is without any doubt the most famous of these. In the leather and fetish scene the Get Ruff Leather Pride in October is known all over the world. In spring there was still a need to develop a new event during the Ascension Day weekend.” Under the umbrella of the Amsterdam Fetish Pride companies, organizations and volunteers from the Amsterdam Leather and Fetish scene organize events, activities and events. This event is meant to bring the community even closer together, cooperation within the leather and fetish scene is central. Roks: “My motto is: It’s not about the money, it’s all about the community. I am very glad that the scene has embraced this initiative and that companies, organizations and volunteers are working together on what already promises to be a stunning weekend.” The Amsterdam Fetish Pride is supported by the following companies, organizations and sponsors: Recon, Gaynews, Mister B, RoB, Getto, Eagle Amsterdam, Dirty Dicks, Argos, Club Fuxxx, Club Church, The Web, Cuckoo’s Nest, Underground Fetish, Gay & Gadgets, XXX Leather, LeatherHistory.EU, Menpac, Toys4Boys, Blackmasters, House of XY, Black Body, BLUF, GayBars, Rapido Events, Adonis, ES Collection, Cuts & Curls and many others. Interested Parties are still welcome to join the Amsterdam Fetish Pride. A complete view of all the activities and contacts can be found on www.amsterdamfetishpride.com 50

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Everything in Amsterdam turns orange on April 30th, in 2013 a once in a lifetime ‘Royalicious’ day when the first Dutch King will take the throne in 123 years. This is a special day filled with joy and happiness and street parties all over town. The eight area’s where different events will be held for genaral public are: 1. Amstelveld 2. Leidseplein 3. Nieuwmarktplein 4. Reguliersdwarsstraat (between Koningsplein en Vijzelstraat) 5. Rembrandtplein 6. Spui 7. Westerstraat / Tweede Boomstraat 8. Marie Heinekenplein For the gay crowd, the best streets to be are the well known gay streets, also highlighted in this magazine. The Reguliersdwarsstraat and the Amstelstreet are real magnets and the whole area becomes an outdoor party scene with popular DJ’s and entertainment all around. It’s going to be very busy in Amsterdam, so put on your (old) dancing shoes and dance from day till night. The gay streets where there will be lots of entertainment and great music; 1. Amstel 2. Zeedijk 3. Spui 4. Warmoesstraat 5. Reguliersdwarsstraat 6. Kerkstraat Take a look in at the party agenda in this magazine for some other great parties held at Queens day or take a look at www.nighttours.com.

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FunHouse: Saturday June 15 Welcome on board FunHouse flight 11 departing on June 15th from WesterUnie Amsterdam. As always, your pleasure is our priority at FunHouse. Keeping this in mind we like to familiarize you with the features of this special flight. We have two (2) dance-floors available, both equipped with DJ’s who know how to lift you up and make you fly. The floors are prepared with spectacular lasers and visuals. In the event of extreme excitement, follow the other passengers. Happiness indicates you have reached or are near a dance-floor. For your entertainment we have some breathtaking performances in store for you. Continue to inhale as usual until otherwise specified by an uniformed crew member. Flying time en route this night starts at 10.00 pm and we’ve reached our destination at 05.00 am. Our crew is ready to make your flight an unforgettable experience. Once again, welcome on board

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Saturday June 15 WesterUnie & WesterLiefde Klonneplein 6, Amsterdam T.B.A. shortly on www.clubrapido.com 22:00 till 05:00 (10pm till 5am) Normal : € 20,00 (excl. fee); FunPLUS : € 25,00 (excl. fee); FunPLUS-EXTRA : € 55,00 (excl. fee, incl. fast lane access,locker key & 8 drink tokens)

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What to do on a MONDAY Start the week wasted at Prik! Grolsch Pints (0.5L) 3,- All day! Prik claims to be Amsterdam’s favourite gay hang-out. From 16:00 till 01:00

TUESDAY Loreen, Rihanna and Lady Gaga are waiting for you at Drag Bar Lellebel. Sing-along during karaoke night! From 21:00 till late Drags, Bingo and great other entertainment tonight at Queen’s Head from 21:00 onwards. Diva Janey Jacke and Coby van Dam will host the Bingo and give you the chance to win lots of prices. Beware of a false Bingo, because the diva’s will let you Sing, Dance or Strip. From 16:00 till 01:00 At Club Church your wildest fantasies will come true at Kink! This is a strict SM party with changing themes. Be prepared and check the website for details. From 21:00 till midnight

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WEDNESDAY Hot Spot Café presents Bingo “Extravaganza”. Each week there is another Diva that hosts the Bingo with amazing prices, entertainment and lovely people. Is this your lucky night? When the Bingo finishes, you can party till closing time. From 20:00 till 03:00 Every first Wednesday of the month, Pathe Cinema organizes Gay Night. A special movie starts at 21:00. Check www.pathe.nl for more details about the movie that will be screened. Taboo Bar serves two drinks for the price of one on movie nights. Movie starts at 21:00. Cocktail night at Taboo Bar! Drink as many cocktails for only € 6,00 per cocktail. From 17:00 till 03:00 Club Church will open its doors for ‘Naked Bar’. If you want to feel free and play around you’ll have to look at this special night. From 22:00 till 04:00

THURSDAY Thursday is a very popular club night at Club Church. Every Thursday night ‘The House of Hopelezz’ (a famous Amsterdam Drag Group) presents you ‘Blue’. Different Diva’s will perform and all genders and sexualities are welcome. From 22:00 till 04:00 Amsterdam4U by Rapido Issue 5 2013

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FRIDAY Many bars and clubs are open and with every week changing parties. Check the agenda for a special party on Friday! Every last friday of the month the Amstelstreet organizes a theme party with all accompanying bars at the Amstelstreet. Dress up like a pirate, a princess or a sexy cowboy. Let’s party at Club Roque, Chez Rene, Amstel Fiftyfour, Café Rouge, Café Montmatre and Hot Spot Café. From 21:00 till late Thank God It’s Friday! The Engel van Amsterdam celebrates the weekend with drinks and snacks. Take a look at the neighbors at ‘De Engels Next Door! as well!’ From 17:00 till 03:00 Take of your pants and feel free every Friday night at Club Church’s (Z)onderbroek!Dresscode: Underwear or naked. From 22:00 till 05:00 Twisted Tunes! Amsterdam’s best DJ’s play a twisted mix of vocal house, hot pop & funky classics at Bar Prik. From 22:00 till 03:00

SATURDAY Many bars and clubs are open and with every week changing parties. Check the agenda for a special party on Saturday! Every Saturday at Club NYX, 3x NYX: 3 floors, 3 styles of music, 3 different atmospheres. With resident DJ’s like Aiscream, Joshua Walter, Wannabeastar, Fajah Lourens, Egebert-Jan Weeber and other guest DJ’s. From 23:00 till 05:00 (every first Saturday of the month extended night and open till 09:00 in the morning) Every second Saturday of the month Club Roque presents Q-koorts, a monthly themed party and every 4th Saturday of the month: AFTER PARTY this is an extended night: party till you drop, open till 09:00. From 23:00 till 05:00 or 09:00

SUNDAY Drags are taking over ‘The House of Rising’. Fun drag night with the famous Drags of ‘the House of Galore’. From 18;00 till 03:00 De Engel van Amsterdam invites you for a typical Dutch Sunday. Celebrate the weekend with Dutch snacks and great DJ’s. From 16:00 till 21:00

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who is … Offer Nissim ?

Offer Nissim born in Tel Aviv (Israel) in 1964. He has spun his mixes and studio works all over the world and became a very popular DJ. Remixes with great world stars as Beyonce, Madonna, Jennifer Lopez and Deborah Cox are on his list. These days he is resident of the “Forever Tel- Aviv” parties in Tel Aviv, The Week/Sao Paulo, MIX/Paris and he spins at various festivals and gay events around the world, such as the Circuit Festival in Barcelona and Rapido in Amsterdam. You’ll recognize Offer Nissim directly when he spin his unique sounds becasue of his electrifying presance. Nissim’s performance, which combines sweeping moves with an energetic atmosphere, creates a very unique link between himself and his audience. Meet DJ Offer Nissim at the Amsterdam Convention Factory April 27th where he will blow the house down. Tickets available at www.clubrapido.com.

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RAPIDO WORLD TOUR

RAPIDO WORLD TOUR Rapido World Tour kicked off with Rapido Carnival during European Gay Ski Week in France (Alphe d’ Huez). Are you looking forward to a hot and sexy summer? Our World Tour Agenda will show you the right places. Rapido is spreading its wings further and further and you have the chance to experience the unique Rapido experience in venues all over Europe. Dance the night away with your favorite Rapido resident DJ’s, meet interesting people and explore lovely cities. Fly around the globe with Rapido World Tour!

First stop; Antwerp (Belgium) Club Red & Blue in Antwerp will host Rapido World Tour for the third time. In this raw and industrial club, our resident Rapido DJ’s will spin their sets till dawn: lasers, CO2, sexy GOGO’s... ... ... ... everything you expect from Rapido under one roof. Date: Location: Adress: DJ’s: Time: Tickets:

Saturday MAY 18th Red & Blue Lange Schipperskapelstraat 11 - 13, 2000 Antwerp - Belgium DJ Saeed Ali (RUS) & DJ RW (NL) 23:00 till 07:00 EUR 10,- (excl. fee); Door EUR 15,-

After Antwerp we are heading for wonderful cities, such as London and Barcelona. Check our website to stay updated about our latest tours; www.clubrapido.com 64

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Cultural Highlights

BENT Martin Sherman ‘s acclaimed drama Bent (1979) is set in Nazi Germany on the eve of World War II. Over the last thirty years this play has played an important role in creating public awareness about the relentless persecution of homosexuals in the Third Reich. In today’s world the theme is still current and relevant. The title of the piece is a term that is used for homosexuals in some European countries refers. In Bent is Max, a homosexual man, arrested by the police after a series of shocking events, and then put on transport to Dachau. There he tries to deny that he is gay - the lowest status among the prisoners - and gets a yellow label, the one for Jewish people. Max aim is to survive, even if it means abandoning the last scraps of morality. Then he met fellow prisoner Horst - a proud wearer of the pink label - and a secret passionate love starts to bloom. Much more than a gay love story, Bent is a universal testimony about the power of love and its magical properties to create heaven in the midst of hell. Writer Martin Sherman Cast: Kevin Hassing, Michiel Bakker and Gerardjan Rijnders Director: Gerardjan Rijnders

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24th THURSDAY, APRIL 25th Start: 8.30 P.M. Theater: Compagnietheater SUNDAY, MAY 5th Start: 02:00 PM Theater: Podium Mozaïek Prices: Normally €12, Amsterdam citycard / Student / CJP €10, Find more information on www.compagnietheater.nl and www.podiummozaiek.nl NOTE: The play is in Dutch language

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House XY

House XY Over the past two years the Amsterdam based media collective House of XY has managed to make an impact in Amsterdam with their gay erotic photography. The small studio is run by Dirk and Pieter, who have made a living doing what they love. Partners in business as well as love, they work with international porn stars as well as amateur models, to get the right mix guys. Depending on the mood their work varies from sexy and suggestive to harsh and hardcore, but it’s always gay art with a sharp edge. For evert shoot they do, they try to be better that ever before, making sure they keep capturing their own imagination as well as their audience. XY is always looking to team up with guys that like to make an art form out of gay erotica. They’ve already worked with very talented creative people in different fields, and for upcoming projects they’ve joined forces with a professional airbrush artist. Expect some glitter kink! All their images are available for free on their website, and if you feel like treating yourself; prints are also for sale. Take a look at www.houseofxy.com to stay updated about upcoming exhibitions. A small but permanent exhibition you can find at Cuts & Curls Hairstyling. the work(s) change every few months, so this is the perfect spot for your killer cut and get an XY fix.

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