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One Night Only with 'Some Like it Hot' - cabaret concert to benefit REAF
At the next upcoming One Night Only REAF benefit concert, gracing the stage will be cast members from the Broadway touring company of "Some Like it Hot," along with local cabaret legends Jason Brock and Paula West.
The High Princx Pageant: Distinctive drag at Oasis
The fourth annual High Princx pageant, a polymorphous drag extravaganza so grand it takes two nights, will take over Oasis on January 18 and 25. In a bit of allegorical fabulousness.
'Dragcula' - the queerest vampire show you'll ever see
Coming to Oasis beginning on January 16 is what may be the scariest, funniest the venerable club has offered to date. "Dragcula" will be a comic adaptation of the 1931 vampire film classic cast entirely with queer and trans performers.
Going Out, Jan. 2-11, 2025 arts & nightlife events
Here's an idea for a New Year's resolution. See a show in a theater you've never been to. Attend a music concert without checking out the band on YouTube first. Stop by a gallery you haven't been to and see some art. All these options in Going Out.
Women's sports bar coming to SF's Castro neighborhood
Two queer women have signed a lease to open a women's sports bar in San Francisco's Castro neighborhood.
In through the out door with David Bowie - Sexuality and sexual culture from "Hunky Dory" to "Let's Dance"
David Bowie exploded on the scene in 1972 and it caught the world off guard. But his glam rock influences can be traced to multiple artists including Jayne County, Tony Zanetta, Leee Black Childers and Cherry Vanilla. His 'gay' affairs soonmade headlines.
'A Woman's Song for Peace' - Upcoming Dance Brigade tour centers on peace, belonging during tumultuous time
A group of unapologetic feminists - featuring Holly Near, Ferron, Christelle Durandy, and Krissy Keefer's all-women Dance Brigade, - will take the stage for "A Woman's Song for Peace" Jan. 19 at the Herbst Theatre, and on tour.
Words: Ben Fink's 'Noble Deeds' - photo book of 'Mythic Portraits of the Imperial Court'
In 2017, veteran photographer Ben Fink embarked on a journey to illuminate the legacy of the Imperial Court. The award-winning artist captured scores of iconic personalities in dreamlike and distinctive tableaus.
Going Out, Dec. 26, 2024-Jan. 3, 2025 arts & nightlife events
Celebrate the new year as trepidatious an exercise it may be. Perhaps start polishing up your 'Cabaret' playlist. Storm into -or away from -balloon drops and complimentary champagne in a plastic cup- in this week's Going Out.
Lea DeLaria: Powerhouse vocalist & comic to perform in SF
Initially known for her out and proud comedy, the accomplished jazz vocalist talks about her career. DeLaria will share her music and insights in "Out Rage" Jan. 18, 6pm & 8:30pm, at the Chan National Queer Arts Center.
Going Out, Dec. 19-27, 2024 arts & nightlife events
We're making a list (every week), checking it twice, and while we don't care if you're naughty or nice, we've got plenty of both in this week's arts and nightlife events, including some venues open on Christmas. Unwrap this week's Going Out.
5 Takeaways from Texas's Dominant Win Over the Florida Gators
The Texas Longhorns wasted no time putting this game out of reach against the Florida Gators. Quinn Ewers delivered a stellar performance, leading Texas to a 35-0 halftime lead with four touchdowns in the first half.
Playgirl's pages - 'Official History of a Cult Magazine' bares (almost) all
For gay and bisexual men of a certain age, Playgirl provided the first in-hand periodical that featured full-frontal male nudity. This 50th anniversary book celebrates the magazine's revolutionary eras since the 1970s.
Going Out, Dec. 12-21, 2024 arts & nightlife events
There's something in the air besides pollutant particulates, and that's the holiday spirit. Whether you're a "Come all ye faithful" type or a downright Scrooge, it's inescapable, so dig in and enjoy it.