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Avery Wilson
Avery Wilson is a Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor whose soaring vocals and magnetic performance style have made him one of R&B’s most exciting voices. A New Haven, Connecticut native, he began singing as a child and gained national attention at 16 on season three of NBC’s The Voice, where he joined Team CeeLo Green and quickly became a fan favorite.
After the show, Wilson was signed by music legend Clive Davis to RCA Records and started releasing a string of singles and projects that showcased his range, including “If I Have To,” which he performed at the 2015 BET Awards, as well as the EPs FYI and 8:34. He originally broke out online by posting covers and clips that went viral on platforms like Vine and Instagram, blending classic soul, contemporary R&B, and pop into a style that is unmistakably his own.
Wilson’s career has continued to expand onto the Broadway stage, where he starred as the Scarecrow in the 2024 revival of The Wiz, earning a Grammy Award nomination for Best Musical Theater Album for the production’s cast recording. Onstage, he is known for his emotional connection to the music, agile vocal runs, and the easy charisma that turns every performance into a conversation with the audience.
Antigone Rising
Antigone Rising is an all-female Americana rock band whose infectious energy, musicianship, and harmonies have earned them a fiercely loyal following on the road and online. Formed by sisters Cathy and Kristen Ellis-Henderson, and fronted by singer-guitarist Nini Camps, the band first broke out as a grassroots touring act, famously playing up to 280 shows a year and turning every venue into a celebration.
Along the way, Antigone Rising has shared stages with legends including The Rolling Stones, Aerosmith, The Allman Brothers Band, Dave Matthews Band, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, and The Bangles.
Just as central to their identity is their nonprofit Girls Rising, a 501(c)(3) that takes the band around the world for school and community programs and hosts an annual music festival spotlighting established and emerging female artists—all with a mission to inspire girls to pursue big dreams and nontraditional career paths.
Marty Thomas
Marty Thomas is a Grammy-nominated Broadway performer and powerhouse vocalist known for his roles in The Secret Garden, Wicked, and Xanadu. He has appeared on numerous television shows including The Tony Awards, The View, and Grace and Frankie, and has shared the stage with legends like Patti LaBelle, Grace Jones, and Billy Porter. Offstage, he's the creator and star of the acclaimed show Marty Thomas Presents DIVA, celebrating iconic female vocalists.
His most recent album, Slow Dancing with a Boy (Broadway Records), is an intimate, pop-and-theatre-infused song cycle exploring the coming-of-age memories of a young closeted man; it debuted in the top 20 of the iTunes pop chart on release and has resonated deeply with audiences for its honesty and emotional scope. Offstage, Thomas is widely recognized as a dedicated mentor and community-builder, using his platform to champion women, LGBTQ+ people, and a range of charitable causes through performance, education, and producing work.
The Tia Holt Experience
Tia Holt is an internationally acclaimed vocalist, bandleader, and founder of The Tia Holt Experience, a live luxury entertainment brand known for transforming stages into unforgettable, high-energy musical journeys. A proud Newark, New Jersey native, she honed her craft in local venues before expanding to national and international stages, bringing her signature blend of R&B, soul, gospel, country, house, and hip-hop to audiences around the world.
Over the years, Holt has opened shows and shared stages with a wide range of A-list artists, including Fantasia, The Clark Sisters, Cissy Houston, Lalah Hathaway, Kim Burrell, J Moss, Tisha Campbell, and others. Whether fronting her band at a festival, leading an intimate wedding reception, or headlining a nightclub, she is known for commanding the room with rich, expressive vocals and a deep connection to her audience.
Harmonica Sunbeam
Harmonica Sunbeam, the Queen of Comedy, has been delighting audiences throughout the U.S. and abroad for over 27 years. Her live appearances have gained her a cult following of all ages, races and backgrounds.
A member of the Screen Actors Guild, her film credits include “Honey,” with Jessica Alba, “Uptown Girls,” with Brittany Murphy and the Oliver Stone drama, “World Trade Center.” She has also worked alongside noted musical artists such as Beyonce, Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Holiday, and Katy Perry.
Miss Sunbeam’s latest project is showcasing her unique ability to uplift, encourage and engage children. As a host of DragQueen Story Hour, she reads to kids of all ages at libraries, bookstores, festivals and other events. DragQueen Story Hour encourages children to relate to both gender neutrality and non-conformity, while promoting positive LGTBQ role models.
Stephanie Chin is a New Jersey–based singer, songwriter, and producer whose soulful tone and heartfelt storytelling have made her a sought-after voice on stages from Philadelphia to Asbury Park. Often described as a “soulful songbird,” she crafts emotionally rich, melody-driven songs that weave together R&B, soul, pop, and contemporary influences, inviting audiences into a space of joy, reflection, and connection.
Chin began singing in church and school choirs as a child, but only stepped fully into her musical path in the 2010s, quickly moving from local gigs to headlining her own concerts and livestreams. Her debut EP, Hold on to Hope, along with singles such as Vision of Us and Pause, showcases her gift for pairing radiant vocals with messages about love, presence, and perseverance; several of her songs have been featured on CBS and other television outlets.
SOMA Dance Mob
SOMA Dance Mob is so excited to be back at the North Jersey Pride Festival! We’re a group of women who love to dance and want to share that love with our neighbors. Our goal is to support local community events by providing flash mobs, dance performances, and dance-alongs. If you’d like to learn more about our group or to join us, find us on Facebook.
...and your fabulous host, Scott Nevins!
Scott Nevins is an award-winning TV host and personality, news contributor, producer, writer, and community advocate. Best known from Bravo TV’s The People’s Couch, and truTV’s hit show truTV Presents: World’s Dumbest…, his career has taken him around the globe performing his acclaimed solo shows to sold-out audiences, working with some of the industry’s biggest names, and appearing on both national and international television. He's appeared as a fill-in Host on Sirius Satellite Radio, as a political contributor for NewNowNext.com, as Logo TV’s on-air reporter for Logo Minute, co-starred on World of Wonder's Binge Queens, and currently produces the acclaimed Cabaret 88 series at Palm Springs Art Museum. Scott was honored on OUT Magazine’s prestigious OUT100 list, and is the recipient of the Out There Award as well as the Silver ADDY Award (from the American Advertising Federation). Scott has a special place in his heart for the North Jersey Pride Festival—which is why he has returned year after year to be our emcee—we love you, Scott!
