Chicago University Hosts Ball Event on Dec. 2

The University of Chicago Medical Center will host a mini-ball event with the legends and stars of the underground Chicago ball community on World AIDS Day.

The event is free and open to the public. Doors open on Dec. 2, 2011 at 7 pm and the walk competition is from 9 pm to midnight.

Gay, transgender and bisexual contestants will compete against one another in the lobby of the School of Social Services Administration on Friday, Dec. 2.

Participants display their dance skills, costume, and attitude, similar to a runway show. In some events they are judged on the "realness" of their drag, in others on the beauty of their clothing and overall style. Each of the seven walk competition categories has a cash prize for the winner.

Everyone at the ball will see their peer groups promoting safe sex and healthy behavior.