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SF Mime Troupe's 'American Dreams' - a topical yet fun new musical

SF Mime Troupe's 'American Dreams' - a topical yet fun new musical

Now through September 8, San Francisco Mime Troupe will perform "American Dreams," a new musical that opens their 65th season. The political show is a contemplation of what the future of the United States and the world might look like.

Going Out, July 4-12, 2024 arts & nightlife events

Going Out, July 4-12, 2024 arts & nightlife events

Shed those post-Pride blues, and the ennui about July 4 (Thanks, democracy; you had a nice run) with uplifting arts and nightlife events in Going Out, each week online.

Scenic sips in Sonoma: Gay Wine Weekend raises funds for HIV nonprofit

Scenic sips in Sonoma: Gay Wine Weekend raises funds for HIV nonprofit

Drink to your good health from July 19-21 when Out in the Vineyard, an LGBTQ+ tour and event company, offers its annual series of events that promise a great time to be had by all.

'Friends of Dorothy' - new queer music compilation out on vinyl

'Friends of Dorothy' - new queer music compilation out on vinyl

"Friends of Dorothy" is a new compilation album featuring music and spoken words by queer artists from all over the world. Available exclusively on vinyl, the album is the brainchild of producer/musician Moon Trent and his partner David Cole.

Gil Cuadros' 'My Body Is Paper' - Unflinching honesty in stories and poems

Gil Cuadros' 'My Body Is Paper' - Unflinching honesty in stories and poems

Gil Cuadros' long-awaited posthumous new book of short stories and poems, "My Body Is Paper," was recently released. Although Mr. Cuadros died in 1996 of AIDS, the book's editors worked to bring this new book to fruition.

MariNaomi - Queer graphic novelist confronts censorship

MariNaomi - Queer graphic novelist confronts censorship

Confronted with censorship, queer graphic novelist advocates for freedom of expression, visibility for comics and artistic rights. Their efforts have made them a significant figure in the fight against book banning, inspiring others as well.

'A Quiet Place: Day One' - Silence is golden in the scary prequel

'A Quiet Place: Day One' - Silence is golden in the scary prequel

The first thing you're going to want to know about "A Quiet Place: Day One" (Paramount) is that the cat survives. You know it's been on your mind since you saw the first of several trailers months ago.

Ann Powers' 'Traveling: On the Path of Joni Mitchell'

Ann Powers' 'Traveling: On the Path of Joni Mitchell'

If you've been waiting for the great summer read of 2024, your patience has been rewarded with the publication of "Traveling: On the Path of Joni Mitchell" (Dey Street, 2024) by acclaimed music journalist Ann Powers.

Khashayar J. Khabushani's 'I Will Greet the Sun Again' - an engaging debut novel

Khashayar J. Khabushani's 'I Will Greet the Sun Again' - an engaging debut novel

A gut-wrenching novel of survival you won't soon forget animates the searing debut of local Iranian-American author Khashayar J. Khabushani's "I Will Greet the Sun Again," just released in paperback.

'Queen of the Deuce' - Biopic of yesteryear porn theater mogul

'Queen of the Deuce' - Biopic of yesteryear porn theater mogul

If you loved Rachel Mason's 2019 documentary, "Circus of Books," then Valerie Kontakos's "Queen of the Deuce" (Greenwich Entertainment) will be right up your alley.

'Janet Planet' - Mother/daughter angst in Annie Baker's indie film

'Janet Planet' - Mother/daughter angst in Annie Baker's indie film

Julianne Nicholson plays the single mother character in "Janet Planet," but the star turn belongs to Zoe Ziegler, who plays her daughter in her big screen debut.

Going Out, June 27-July 5, 2024 arts & nightlife events

Going Out, June 27-July 5, 2024 arts & nightlife events

The finale of Pride events is of course SF Pride's march, parade, and Civic Center celebration. But we've got plenty of other LGBTQ events that don't need sunscreen. Plays, art exhibits and of course every bar and nightclub unfurls their rainbow colors.

Peter Gregus: Gay actor makes his local debut in 'Evita' at SF Playhouse

Peter Gregus: Gay actor makes his local debut in 'Evita' at SF Playhouse

After living in New York for the first 60 years of his life, Bronx-born actor Peter Gregus moved to the Bay Area last fall. He's making his local stage debut as Juan Peron in the new production of "Evita" now playing at the San Francisco Playhouse.

Matthew Martin is Judy Garland: Local drag star returns to Oasis

Matthew Martin is Judy Garland: Local drag star returns to Oasis

Matthew Martin is well known, even beloved, for his portrayals of Hollywood's legendary leading ladies. On July 4, 5, and 6, Martin will return to Oasis, appearing as queer icon Judy Garland.