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Lambda Literary Awards 2021 Finalists Announced
The Lambda Literary Foundation announced the finalists for its 2021 awards in multiple categories, making for a terrific to-read list of LGBTQ books. Nicknamed the Lammies, the finalists in 24 categories were chosen by 60 judges from 1,000 submissions.
Bay Area Reporter Revives YouTube Channel
In the "better late than never" department, the Bay Area Reporter has revived its YouTube channel in preparation for its April 2021 50th anniversary. The BAR's channel currently consists of playlists, but will soon include original content.
Space, Grace, Erased: The Lavender Tube on 'Pose,' 'For All Mankind' & Trans Erasure in News
The multi-award-winning 'Pose' will end after Season 3; 'For All Mankind' features a lesbian astronaut; 'Clarice' quotes Audre Lorde; news media's taken to task for under-reporting the murder of trans women.
Mayim Bialik: Call Her a Rad Cat Lady
In "Call Me Kat," her first sitcom following the end of the long-running "Big Bang Theory," Mayim Bialik plays Kat, the single and sassy owner of a Louisville cat café, with costars Cheyenne Jackson, Leslie Jordan, and several cats.
Past Tense: Zak Salih's 'Let's Get Back To The Party'
In his impressive debut, Washington, D.C. writer Zak Salih chronicles the ongoing reunion of two gay men who were friends throughout childhood yet became estranged by the ebb and flow of adult life.
'Your Name Engraved Herein' - Taiwan Gay Film's Hits and Misses
Patrick Liu's film "Your Name Engraved Herein," which just started streaming on Netflix this month, profiles a longterm romance between two teens, while reflecting on Taiwan's political changes that led to same-sex marriage legalization.
Heartfelt, Harrowing Work: Queer Black Theater in the Bay Area
Queer Black artists are bringing heartfelt and sometimes harrowing work to the Bay Area and national theater scene in the week ahead with streaming audio and video productions.
Sunday Brunch at Harvey's
Patrons of Harvey's enjoyed outdoor dining and drinks on Sunday March 7, and photographer Steven Underhill was there. 500 Castro St. at 18th.
X Marks His Spot: Autobiography of Porn Pioneer John Amero
In his newly published memoir, gay filmmaker Amero recalls bygone days with wit, humor and heart.
Sri Lanka Queer Drama: Shyam Selvadurai & Deepa Mehta's 'Funny Boy'
Set in Colombo, Sri Lanka during the mid-1970s and early 1980s, "Funny Boy," based on Shyam Selvadurai's acclaimed novel, is timely for a variety of reasons.
Gold Miner: Singer-Songwriter Melissa Carper
There's so much to recommend about the dazzling new album by out singer/songwriter Melissa Carper, it's hard to know where to begin. Carper's distinctive vocal style transcends a single genre description.
Big Top Brunch at Beaux
Beaux's Sunday Big Top Brunch entertained outdoor patrons on Feb. 28 as glam drag performers strutted their lip-synching stuff, and photographer Steven Underhill caught some fun moments.
Two Photo Books Offer New and Historic Views on LGBT People
Two photo books, one new, the other re-issued decades after first being published, show stark differences, and similarities, in the depiction of their subjects.
Saints & Sinners Literary Fest's Online in March
With an entire literary festival, from readings to panels, all online, the 18th annual Saints & Sinners LGBTQ Literary Festival, usually held in New Orleans, returns with a robust roster on March 11-14.
All-Male, Reviewed: Brontez Purnell's '100 Boyfriends'
In Brontez Purnell's deliciously voyeuristic collection of salacious vignettes, we are drenched in the sights, smells, sounds, and hedonistic delights of orgasmic connection.
Bill Eld's Posthumous Porn Paean
"Big" Bill Eld, one of gay cinema's first porn stars, didn't last long in the business, as director Toby Ross recounts in his ruminative odd 'docudrama.'
Olivia Newton-John: She's Still the One that We Want
Now in her seventh decade as an entertainer, Olivia Newton-John has proven herself to be a versatile artist, including recent duet with her daughter and a recently published memoir.
Ramadan Rom-Com: 'Breaking Fast's L.A. Love Story
In Mike Mosallam's affectionate Ramadan rom-com "Breaking Fast," Mo (out actor Haaz Sleiman) is a devout, disciplined Muslim doctor who has reconciled his religious dedication with his queer sexuality.
'Gay Grampas' Book Published
In the tradition of 'Heather Has Two Mommies,' the first children's book featuring gay grandparents lovingly showcases extended family.
SF Symphony Records Berg's Assured Atonal Works
It may be an acquired taste, but once music lovers develop an interest in the music of 20th-century composer Alban Berg, it can become a passionate preference, particularly via SF Symphony's new recording.