Arts & Culture

Richard Hunt, the gay Muppeteer: 'Funny Boy,' Jessica Max Stein's biography, reveals his vibrant brief life

Richard Hunt, the gay Muppeteer: 'Funny Boy,' Jessica Max Stein's biography, reveals his vibrant brief life

In "Funny Boy: The Richard Hunt Biography," Jessica Max Stein intimately covers the professional career and private life of the affable, talented, and friendly man who was quick to make friends in his Muppets career.

Summer Sizzle: The Lavender Tube on 'Star Wars,' Sandra and more

Summer Sizzle: The Lavender Tube on 'Star Wars,' Sandra and more

What happens when viewers think a show is queer AF and the creator doesn't? Leslye Headland, showrunner of 'The Acolyte,' says that she "is proud to inspire LGBTQ fans," but says the story is being read wrong. Oh, is it?

Four-handed harmonies - Schubert, Desyatnikov, Cage piano recordings

Four-handed harmonies - Schubert, Desyatnikov, Cage piano recordings

  • MUSIC
  • by Tim Pfaff
  • Jun 25, 2024

Two new superbly-recorded discs by Bertrand Chamayou, Pavel Kolesnikov and Tsoy Samson, pianists renowned for their concert work, show what's possible when the meters are running.

'Sylvester Sings' - Dark Entries Records releases private tracks of the disco icon

'Sylvester Sings' - Dark Entries Records releases private tracks of the disco icon

  • MUSIC
  • by Cornelius Washington
  • Jun 25, 2024

Dark Entries Records has captured that moment in San Francisco queer music culture in an album, "Sylvester Sings," a shimmering series of intimate recordings and rehearsals with Sylvester and Peter Mintun exercising their stellar talents.

'The AIDS Show' - Documentary about historic play

'The AIDS Show' - Documentary about historic play

When it premiered 40 years ago in September 1984, few realized how groundbreaking "The AIDS Show: Artists Involved with Death and Survival," a theatrical production produced by Theatre Rhinoceros, would be. A new documentary proves its relevance today.

James Phoon: 'Bridgerton' actor on how representation matters

James Phoon: 'Bridgerton' actor on how representation matters

When James Phoon was told he would be joining the cast of "Bridgerton" for its third season, he could not have been more delighted. "It's so well-written and well-produced. It's a joy to be a part of," he said in our interview.

Pedro Lemebel's 'A Last Supper of Queer Apostles' - Chilean writer's book translated

Pedro Lemebel's 'A Last Supper of Queer Apostles' - Chilean writer's book translated

  • BOOKS
  • by Laura Moreno
  • Jun 24, 2024

For the first time in English, "A Last Supper of Queer Apostles" has been recently released. It is a collection of Chilean writer, activist and performer Pedro Lemebel's innovative essays known as "crónicas."

'Gay USA' - Arthur Bressan, Jr.'s films of 1970s Pride parades

'Gay USA' - Arthur Bressan, Jr.'s films of 1970s Pride parades

  • MOVIES
  • by Brian Bromberger
  • Jun 24, 2024

The landmark documentary "Gay USA" by the gay director Arthur Bressan, Jr. ("Buddies"), captures the 1977 Gay Freedom Day march in San Francisco, but also parades in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Diego, and Philadelphia.

Frameline48: Final faves at the filmfest

Frameline48: Final faves at the filmfest

  • MOVIES
  • by Brian Bromberger
  • Jun 23, 2024

As Frameline48 concludes on June 29, we are struck that with all the problems facing Hollywood and streaming platforms, the importance of queer film festivals has only grown.

Fred Schneider: The B-52s member on music, Vegas, and the band's Mosswood Meltdown show

Fred Schneider: The B-52s member on music, Vegas, and the band's Mosswood Meltdown show

  • MUSIC
  • by Gregg Shapiro
  • Jun 22, 2024

Fred Schneider talks about the B-52s' upcoming performance at the Mosswood Meltdown (July 6 & 7) in Oakland and his many other upcoming music projects.

Going Out, June 20-28, 2024 arts & nightlife events

Going Out, June 20-28, 2024 arts & nightlife events

  • CULTURE
  • by Jim Provenzano
  • Jun 20, 2024

Hopefully you still have plenty of pride left for this month, since we've got plenty of super-gay events in arts and nightlife for you to enjoy. Check out all the events in Going Out.

Song and dance in Sonoma: Transcendence Theatre Company kicks off summer under the stars

Song and dance in Sonoma: Transcendence Theatre Company kicks off summer under the stars

  • THEATER
  • by Jim Gladstone
  • Jun 18, 2024

The talent at Transcendence Theatre Company's concerts consists of dozens of singers and dancers who regularly appear on Broadway and West End stages but sweep into Sonoma County in several waves each summer.

'Let the Canary Sing' - Cyndi Lauper's life and career in new documentary

'Let the Canary Sing' - Cyndi Lauper's life and career in new documentary

  • MUSIC
  • by Brian Bromberger
  • Jun 18, 2024

When one recalls 1980s musical culture, the name Cyndi Lauper almost comes immediately to mind. But her music continues to today. The documentary "Let the Canary Sing" offers a nostalgic look at her life and career.

Nicholas Phan's 'A Change Is Gonna Come' - Stellar new recording of American protest songs

Nicholas Phan's 'A Change Is Gonna Come' - Stellar new recording of American protest songs

  • MUSIC
  • by Tim Pfaff
  • Jun 18, 2024

As I listened, repeatedly, to Nicholas Phan's new CD, "A Change Is Gonna Come" (Azica Records), a collection of American protest songs, it occurred to me that it's been a while since I've heard someone's singing called "honest."