Friday, May 23, 2008

Meet the people behind PrideFest: Ryan Judge, PrideFest Elf

How long have you worked with PrideFest?
This is my second year working with PrideFest.


What exactly do you do with PrideFest?
Make sure people are happy, troubleshoot and staff liaison for designated areas. I tend to be all over the place as any good Elf is.





How did you come to be involved with PrideFest?
I started out last year as the PrideFest intern.


What is your favorite part of PrideFest?
THE FOOD!!! A fatty at heart… I love the variety.

What is your most memorable PrideFest moment?
From afar – watching a few thousand people be mesmerized by DeMarcio, his costume, and charm at the Main Stage. It is amazing to see that many people come together for a common cause. With so much going on, the attention of the crowd amazed me.


Why is an event like PrideFest important to the GLBT community?
PrideFest is important to the community as it unites people from all around under one common cause. It celebrates our community, history, allies, struggles, and victories. It is also an opportunity to educate, bring families together, and have fun.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Ryan is not just any PrideFest Elf. He is the Chief Elf! If you see him on site be sure to throw tomatoes - because he is leaving us! Boooooo! Thanks for all your work, Ryan!