Lockdown Comedy: Stand-Up in the Age of Covid
Lockdown Comedy: Stand-Up in the Age of Covid

On third Thursdays, Lisa Geduldig brings us Lockdown Comedy, shows, online via Zoom. This month's show takes place on August 20 and promises to offer lots of laughs. The line-up includes the host's mom, at a senior home in Florida.

by David-Elijah Nahmod | Aug 13, 2020

Morris Kight's Life & Times: 'Humanist, Liberationist, Fantabulist' Gives Gay Rights Activist His Due
Morris Kight's Life & Times: 'Humanist, Liberationist, Fantabulist' Gives Gay Rights Activist His Due

Biographer Mary Ann Cherry shines the spotlight on Morris Kight (1919-2003), the L.A.-based gay rights leader who did everything possible to ensure that the spotlight shone as much on the movement as on himself.

by Jason Victor Serinus | Aug 19, 2020

Home Movies: Late Summer Cinema Selections
Home Movies: Late Summer Cinema Selections

Dark drama, enlightening documentary and a psychedelic romp: 'The Prince/El Principe,' 'For They Know Not What They Do' and 'Holy Trinity' are reviewed.

by Gregg Shapiro | Aug 19, 2020

Q-Music Burnin' Down the House Music
Q-Music Burnin' Down the House Music

For those unable to get to their workouts at the gym or favorite dance club because they've been shut down again after reopening too soon, here are some new releases sure to get your heart rate up and your body moving. Play them loud.

by Gregg Shapiro | Aug 13, 2020

Begin Again:  James Baldwin's America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own
Begin Again: James Baldwin's America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own

Eddie S. Glaude Jr.'s new book about James Baldwin -and what it meant to be an African-American and gay writer- joins a shelf of books whose timings is perfect.

by Tim Pfaff | Aug 13, 2020

Drag Performers Launch 2020 Get Out the Vote Effort
Drag Performers Launch 2020 Get Out the Vote Effort

Two San Francisco drag performers have joined an effort to promote participation in the fall elections, where control of the White House and U.S. Senate are up for grabs and countless local elections will be taking place across the country.

by Matthew S. Bajko | Aug 7, 2020

Castro Street Closure Request for Dining Plaza Hits Roadblock
Castro Street Closure Request for Dining Plaza Hits Roadblock

A request by the Castro Merchants to turn a portion of a street running through the heart of San Francisco's LGBTQ district into an outdoor dining plaza on weekends through the end of the year has run into a roadblock over fire vehicle access.

by Matthew S. Bajko | Aug 5, 2020

Armistead Maupin and Ian McKellen Share An Online Conversation Aug. 12
Armistead Maupin and Ian McKellen Share An Online Conversation Aug. 12

Since moving to London with his husband Chris Turner, Bay Area fans of best-selling 'Tales of the City' author Armistead Maupin have missed his local appearances. On August 12, he'll discuss his life and writing with his friend, actor Sir Ian McKellen.

by Jim Provenzano | Aug 8, 2020

Editorial: Raise An Inclusive Castro Flag
Editorial: Raise An Inclusive Castro Flag

The Castro Merchants, the organization of neighborhood businesses which oversees the iconic rainbow flag flying at Castro and Market streets, should consider installing a more inclusive version of the global symbol of LGBTQ rights.

by BAR Editorial Board | Aug 5, 2020

Trans Woman Sues San Quentin Prison, Alleging Retaliation
Trans Woman Sues San Quentin Prison, Alleging Retaliation

A transgender woman is suing officials at San Quentin State Prison, alleging that she was abused in custody and retaliated against with false criminal charges.

by John Ferrannini | Aug 7, 2020


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