Stay afraid, but do it anyway.
— Carrie Fisher
 
 

Mx. Regina Spade is an entertainer, model, and emcee operating out of the Dayton, Ohio region.

Mx. Regina has been performing in one capacity or another for the majority of 20+ years in and around Dayton, Ohio. Initially attending Wright State University in the Acting program and performing in several student productions (both film and stage) before changing majors to Sociology, Mx. Regina holds multiple degrees and academic accolades in the fields of sex, gender, disability, diversity, and inclusion. Post-college, Mx. Regina found success as a commercial and conceptual model, working with local organizations such as Equitas Health, Victoria Theatre Association, Knack Creative, and Real Art with artistic work published in numerous creative magazines.

On stage, Mx. Regina Spade has emceed several events throughout the Tri-State Area, including The Oregon District’s Hauntfest and Clash Dayton’s Vampire Ball as well as performed at various Masquerage charity events. Mx. Regina is known for her undeniable stage presence, impeccable crowd work, quick-witted improv skills, chameleon-like fashion sense, and an immensely passionate love for (over)dressing to a theme.

Off-stage, Mx. Regina is a near-lifelong Daytonian with a family both blood and found/forged. Mx. Regina takes immense pride in being a part of the creative communities in Dayton and beyond.

Website photos courtesy of Scott Loy; all other media as credited.

 

NOTABLES

 

Emcee, Hauntfest (2022 - 2025)

Emcee, Vampire Ball (2023 - 2024)

Emcee, Oregon District Derby Days (2023 - 2025)

Emcee, Gem City Burlesque (2023 - present)

Emcee, Fünkē Presents Mythika

Emcee, Four Winds Great Miami Indigenous Fashion Show

Emcee, Project Clash

Emcee, Clash Dayton Autumn/Winter Fashion Show 2025

Performer, A RUDE Burlesque Musical

Moderator, A Conversation with Tyra Patterson, Wright State University

Panelist, PRSA of Dayton

Stage Manager, Oddfest 2025

Winner, Miss Clash/Miss Pistons and Pinups 2022

Judge, Miss Clash/Miss Pistons & Pinups (2023 - 2025)


TESTIMONIALS

Mx. Regina’s professionalism and performance is fabulous. Her magnetism and wit enchants the audience! We can always count on her sharpness to help elevate our shows.

- Aurora Maur, Gem City Burlesque Co-Owner/Producer

This muse is a true Gem City gem — she brings glamour, humour, professionalism, and true diva energy to anything and everything she touches!

- Ruby Randall, Four Winds Great Miami Indigenous Fashion Show