The Lawyer: Lithuanian Love Story
The Lawyer: Lithuanian Love Story

Gay activist and filmmaker Romas Zabarauskas discusses his third film, the intense and passionate 'The Lawyer,' about a bisexual Syrian refugee and his legal advocate.

by David-Elijah Nahmod | Nov 4, 2020

Bambi Lake Diagnosed with Cancer
Bambi Lake Diagnosed with Cancer

People expressed shock and sadness when it was announced on Facebook that transgender performer Bambi Lake had been diagnosed with cancer and was receiving treatment at Zuckerberg General Hospital. She died on November 4.

by David-Elijah Nahmod | Nov 3, 2020

Blakk to the Future: The Agitprop of Joan Jett-Blakk's Queer Visibility
Blakk to the Future: The Agitprop of Joan Jett-Blakk's Queer Visibility

Queer Nation Chicago inspired Terence Alan Smith to become Joan Jett-Blakk and run a write-in campaign amid the reelection campaign of Richard M. Daley, and later, a write-in run for the presidency.

by Michael Flanagan | Nov 3, 2020

Election Night(life) Watch Parties
Election Night(life) Watch Parties

Want to ease the anxiety of the upcoming election? Some nightclubs and organizations without political affiliations will host online –and in-person– watch parties and related events. Here's a quick roundup to consider for your evening's choices.

by Jim Provenzano | Nov 1, 2020

Theater, Technically: Bay Area Plays with a Political Edge
Theater, Technically: Bay Area Plays with a Political Edge

Shotgun Players, Berkeley Repertory and Marin Theatre Company each have new shows ready to be viewed safely online, with astute and timely political and social messages told through innovative ways.

by Jim Gladstone | Oct 27, 2020

Art for/by the People: Galleries and Museums, Re-Opened and/or Online
Art for/by the People: Galleries and Museums, Re-Opened and/or Online

As health safety precautions remain in effect, some large museums have reopened under careful guidelines, while others, including smaller galleries, showcase beautiful and thought-provoking works online.

by Jim Provenzano | Oct 25, 2020

June Millington: Cofounder of Fanny, the Pioneering Women's Band, is Still Rockin'
June Millington: Cofounder of Fanny, the Pioneering Women's Band, is Still Rockin'

June Millington is the very definition of a living music legend. A founding member of celebrated '70s all-female rock band Fanny, Millington and her bandmates, including sister Jean, paved the way for everyone from the Runaways to the Go-Go's.

by Gregg Shapiro | Oct 28, 2020

Halloween Horrors with a Queer Twist
Halloween Horrors with a Queer Twist

In the mood for something spooky? Here are some movies (and a book) you can watch to enhance your Halloween season. All titles have a decidedly queer twist.

by David-Elijah Nahmod | Oct 27, 2020

Deafness, Disasters and Difference: The Lavender Tube on Deaf U., Cobra, and 'First Day'
Deafness, Disasters and Difference: The Lavender Tube on Deaf U., Cobra, and 'First Day'

Nyle DiMarco's new show gives Gallaudet students a deaf reality show, COBRA's futuristic disaster series chills, and 'First Day' introduces a trans teenager to high school life.

by Victoria A. Brownworth | Oct 21, 2020

Not Curtains: Theater Companies Adapt to Retain Audiences
Not Curtains: Theater Companies Adapt to Retain Audiences

The most unusual new theater season in ages is now officially underway at Bay Area companies. From live-streamed productions to audio adaptations, new and classic plays are finding online audiences.

by Jim Gladstone | Oct 20, 2020


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