Bay Area Reporter :: Television News

Cold open: The Lavender Tube on 'SNL,' 'English Teacher' & electoral dysfunction

September 17, 2024 | by Victoria A. Brownworth

Brian Jordan Alvarez exemplifies that axiom "it gets better." Bullied for being gay as a kid in Tennessee, he's now starring in his own FX series he created, "English Teacher." Our TV columnist also covers FX's "Grotesquerie" & some grotesque politics.

See, view in September: The Lavender Tube on fall series "Only Murders in the Building," "Yellowstone," "Grey's Anatomy" and more

by Victoria A. Brownworth
Sep 2, 2024

What's on the tube? Glad you asked. Our Lavender Tube columnist covers upcoming returning fall series "Yellowstone," "Only Murders in the Building," "Grey's Anatomy" and more.

Killing them softly - The Lavender Tube on 'General Hospital,' 'Orphan Black' and more

by Victoria A. Brownworth
Aug 20, 2024

Our TV columnist covers 'General Hospital's ongoing lesbian drama, more on 'Orphan Black: Echoes,' and the new Netflix film, 'The Deliverance.'

Going for the gold: The Lavender Tube on Olympics and election fever

by Victoria A. Brownworth
Aug 6, 2024

The Paris Olympics have unquestionably been the best in years. From the return of queen Céline Dion in the opening ceremonies to the return of America's GOATs, Simone Biles and Katie Ledecky, it's been a stunning time with some great performances.

Drag is political: VP Kamala Harris on 'Drag Race'; drag super PAC formed

by Jim Provenzano
Jul 25, 2024

Drag performance has always been political, disrupting the status quo despite legislative bans in numerous states. Two new events prove that people are fighting back.

New PSA commemorates Disability Pride Month

Jul 23, 2024

Easterseals, an organization which provides advocacy and various services to the disabled, is seeking to change perceptions with "D1$@B1L*tY Is Not a Dirty Word," a new PSA airing on a variety of networks.

Hurdles ahead - The Lavender Tube on politics, Paris Olympics, and our past

by Victoria A. Brownworth
Jul 23, 2024

President Joe Biden has withdrawn in a shocking decision and endorsed California's own Kamala Harris, Biden's history-making VP. In sports news, the Paris Olympics will include a record-breaking 144 out LGBTQ athletes.

'Disco: Soundtrack of a Revolution' - PBS documentary dances and dishes

by Michael Flanagan
Jul 23, 2024

With "Disco: Soundtrack of a Revolution" PBS provides a vibrant three-part documentary on the history of disco that is entertaining, thoughtful and at times poignant.

Oh, Danny boy: Web series shows the funny side of gay dating

by David-Elijah Nahmod
Jul 16, 2024

With sass, style and ingenuity, Jack Tracy created, wrote, edited, directed and stars in "Danny Will Die Alone" a web series of short episodes based on his horrific dating life. Wait, even this guy can't get a nice date?

Too darn hot: The Lavender Tube on Celine, 'Orphan Black,' and 'General Hospital'

by Victoria A. Brownworth
Jul 8, 2024

Along with politics heating up the airwaves, TV stories with queer characters include 'Orphan Black: Echoes' and 'General Hospital,' and the new Celine Dion documentary will melt your heart.

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

Jun 25, 2024

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

by Victoria A. Brownworth
Jun 25, 2024

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?

James Phoon: 'Bridgerton' actor on how representation matters

by Gary L. Day
Jun 25, 2024

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.

'Open To It' - queer series tackles Drag Story Hour

by Christopher J. Beale
Jun 18, 2024

"'Open To It' is all about a couple experimenting with an open relationship," said director and star Frank Arthur Smith of his series on Amazon and OutTV, "and of course the silly, sexy situations that arise." That includes a Drag Story Hour kerfuffle.

Rainbow network: The Lavender Tube on more Pride viewings

by Victoria A. Brownworth
Jun 10, 2024

As Pride month continues with events and parades and general flaunting in the face of the haters, there's some Pride programming to watch when you just need a little down time from the non-stop parties.

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