>> it is where deasja, sasha, angelika, and isis can fulfill their dreams of love and acceptance and live a fairy tale of their own making. >> waiting to get in there. so we've got to make sure we go through the proper procedures. >> entrance is free, but before admission to fantasy land everyone is asked to fill out a survey and answer questions on hiv. sponsored by the gay men's health crisis, the flashy event serves to encourage aids prevention. >> did everybody get tested today? >> no alcohol is permitted during the latex ball, but that fact does not discourage the approximately 5,000 people who fill the hall. >> welcome to the latex ball. we're going to start in a minute. we're waiting for the performers. this is a fabulous night. so as soon as people come in the back we'll get started. >> the la perlas are in the room. >> that's my house mother. >> they take their seats at