Remembering Dito van Reigersberg and the Martha Graham Cracker cabaret legacy
Dito van Reigersberg, creator of Martha Graham Cracker, transformed Philadelphia cabaret with towering theatricality and wide-ranging music; this piece traces his career,…
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How a year of celibacy reshaped Melissa Febos’ life and what it can teach you
A teacher relocating across the country finds unexpected validation and practical guidance in Melissa Febos’ The Dry Season, discovering how deliberate abstention…
Inside the career of Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya, managing editor and storyteller
A portrait of Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya, a managing editor, fiction writer, and pop culture critic based in Orlando who balances editorial leadership…
Philadelphia loses Dito van Reigersberg, creator of Martha Graham Cracker cabaret
Dito van Reigersberg, the actor and cabaret artist who created Martha Graham Cracker, died June 1. His work with Pig Iron Theatre…
Elton John impact Awards honor LGBTQ+ trailblazers and allies
Elton John and David Furnish debut the Elton John Impact Awards, a podcast-driven initiative recognizing LGBTQ+ figures for visibility and activism while…
How pride and patriotism intersect during Pride Month
This piece reframes Pride Month as an act of patriotism, highlights the LGBTQ+ role in national history, and offers resources to learn…
Heated Rivalry dominates Canadian Screen Awards while Hudson Williams sparks headlines
Heated Rivalry claimed 16 awards at the Canadian Screen Awards, including Best Drama Series and Best Lead Performer for Hudson Williams, whose…
Why Cleve Jones is backing Marni von Wilpert for Congress
Cleve Jones draws on decades of activism to explain why Marni von Wilpert must be the nominee to protect healthcare, labor and…
Queer choruses and youth: how singing builds continuity and resilience
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC and its GenOUT Youth Chorus show how intergenerational singing communities offer safety, mentorship, and visible…
How a Washington chorus became a refuge for LGBTQ youth
A group of singers in Washington, D.C., who first gathered in 1981 created more than music: they built a space where queer…
Why season two of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder thrills yet underutilizes its queer character
Season two delivers a darker, faster-moving mystery with stronger production values, but its queer character receives less focus than in the first…
Madonna, survival and cultural resistance ahead of national celebrations
Madonna’s work has always blended provocation with authorship; this piece argues that her persistence, not scandal, is the true political act as…
Why A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder season two thrills but underuses queer characters
the second season of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder delivers suspense and tougher ethical choices for Pip while the show’s queer…
Why RuPaul keeps forgetting names and how fans have turned it into a running joke
RuPaul’s frequent name slips — from queens to collaborators — have become a playful motif within the Drag Race universe. this piece…
How to follow lgbtq+ news and back independent reporting by The Advocate
Stay connected to lgbtq+ developments and learn how a newsletter subscription and membership help sustain independent reporting by The Advocate and Equal…
Jon Lovett marries Ari Schwartz in Santa Barbara celebration
jon lovett and ari schwartz marked their marriage with a festive weekend in Santa Barbara attended by figures from politics and entertainment.…
A fresh look at every canon queer woman in Star Wars
A careful, character-by-character reconsideration of over one hundred named women in Star Wars who have been textually or editorially confirmed as queer.…
Simple strategies to make cleaning more efficient and approachable
Practical, low-friction habits and simple tools can turn overwhelming chores into manageable routines. This piece offers tested strategies to reduce clutter, automate…
Thora Birch comes out as bisexual while supporting The Abbey community
Thora Birch publicly announced she is bisexual at The Abbey’s anniversary, highlighting her ties to West Hollywood and opening discussions about representation…
Drag activist Pattie Gonia calls on Patagonia to end trademark fight
Pattie Gonia has answered Patagonia’s federal complaint, asking the outdoor brand to drop a suit she says threatens her name, career, and…
Managing polycule finances: practical steps for fair and sustainable sharing
A compact, practical roadmap for polycules and chosen family to budget, lend, and plan together without creating resentment or risk
How unexpected pleasures shape LGBTQ+ self-discovery and community
Discover why saying yes to new experiences can unlock joy, awkwardness and insight in LGBTQ+ life
Rediscovering ‘Almost Normal’: a queer time-travel dramedy that asks big what-ifs
Revisit a 2005 queer dramedy that transports a middle-aged man back to a world where being gay is normal and watch how…
How three performers found their calling and why Pride matters to them
Three performers reflect on the pivotal moments that set them onstage and explain how Pride, community, and representation shape their work today
Bookends review: Noam Ash’s film on family, love, and intergenerational bonds
A heartfelt film born from a real-life stay with grandparents, Bookends blends comedy and tenderness to examine how different generations teach each…