Whore Wagon Is Sex Workers Outreach Project LA's 1st Public Party

LOS ANGELES—This Sunday, the Sex Workers Outreach Project LA invites the public to the first of what are expected to be many SWOPLA parties. The theme of this inaugural get-together is the "Whore Wagon," and the organizers urge attendees to think of it as a cross between "Debbie Does Dallas with a taste of Brokeback Mountain." The evening is planned to be "a grain silo full of amazing entertainment," featuring such familiar names as the adult industry's own Zooey Zara, Mistress Kara (well known for her work with Kink.com), and Bella Bathory (the "Sadist in Pink"), and more. Moreover, this won't be just a party, but a party with a purpose! SWOP will have free HIV testing on site, a SWOP table where attendees can learn more about what the organization does and the resources available for those in the sex work industry—and, importantly, voter registration. Costumes are strongly encouraged, and the promoters say they "can't wait to hoe down and line dance with ya'll," at the event, with all proceeds going directly to SWOPLA.  The event takes place this Sunday, September 16, at Akbar, 4356 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90029, and runs from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.  Tickets may be purchased here.