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Taylor Trensch Goes Underground in 'Floyd Collins' (And Gets a Tony Nom)

Taylor Trensch Goes Underground in 'Floyd Collins' (And Gets a Tony Nom)

CULTURE | By Frank J. Avella | May 3

Out Broadway actor Taylor Trensch received his first Tony nomination this week for "Floyd Collins" as Best Featured Actor in a Musical. What's unusual is that it is non-singing role. He talks to EDGE about the role and his career.

Judah Gavra, Broadway Baby

Judah Gavra, Broadway Baby

CULTURE | By Timothy Rawles | May 3

There might be nothing sexier than a singer/songwriter. Case in point: Judah Gavra, whose song "Happier Alone" is both a banger and a ballad.

'American Psycho' Director 'Mystified' that Wall Street Bros Can't See the Movie is a 'Gay Man's Satire'

'American Psycho' Director 'Mystified' that Wall Street Bros Can't See the Movie is a 'Gay Man's Satire'

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | May 3

A luxury brand-obsessed serial killer seems like an odd choice of hero for "Wall Street bros," "American Psycho" director Mary Harron says, particularly when its main character is "a gay man's satire" on those same finance guys.

Trans Athletes Are Under More Scrutiny Than Ever. Some Have Found a Safe Space in Gymnastics

Trans Athletes Are Under More Scrutiny Than Ever. Some Have Found a Safe Space in Gymnastics

NEWS | By Will Graves | May 3

The National Association of Intercollegiate Gymnastics Clubs gives trans athletes safe harbor.

The 'Sacramental Shame' Many LGBTQ+ Conservative Christians Wrestle with — and How they Find Healing

The 'Sacramental Shame' Many LGBTQ+ Conservative Christians Wrestle with — and How they Find Healing

NEWS | May 3

When we learned that LGBTQ+ people and their allies were advocating for change in conservative churches, we wanted to hear their stories.

Streaming Queer: May 2025

Streaming Queer: May 2025

CULTURE | By Andrea Marks Joseph | May 3

As the sun shines brighter and summer approaches, May brings more reason than ever to be tuned in to what's on our streaming screens.

Luis Fernando Gonzalez Virgen's Briefs Have a Solid Print

Luis Fernando Gonzalez Virgen's Briefs Have a Solid Print

CULTURE | By Timothy Rawles | May 3

Once you're done pronouncing his whole name, Luis Fernando Gonzalez Virgen has a pearl of wisdom for you: "Why be moody when you can shake your booty?"

Renan Oliveira is Pretty Fly for a Family Guy

Renan Oliveira is Pretty Fly for a Family Guy

CULTURE | By Timothy Rawles | May 3

Find out why we're following Renan Oliveira.

Lady Gaga to Rock Copacabana Beach with A Free Concert for More than 1 Million Fans

Lady Gaga to Rock Copacabana Beach with A Free Concert for More than 1 Million Fans

CULTURE | By Eléonore Hughes | May 3

Lady Gaga will give a free concert on Copacabana Beach Saturday night, the second such show in as many years organized by Rio de Janeiro's City Hall.

With a 'Subway Takes' Hot Take, Jordan Firstman Utters Style Sacrilege

With a 'Subway Takes' Hot Take, Jordan Firstman Utters Style Sacrilege

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | May 3

In a "Subway Takes" hot take moment, queer influencer Jordan Firstman dropped the bombshell claim that gay men fall short when it comes to fashion — and even straight men outshine them.

Pride

Frameline49 Highlights Importance of Queer Community with the California Premiere of Heightened Scrutiny & the Pay-It-Forward Initiative

Frameline49 Highlights Importance of Queer Community with the California Premiere of Heightened Scrutiny & the Pay-It-Forward Initiative

PRIDE | May 1

Today, Frameline, the arts nonprofit that will host the 49th San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival (Frameline49) announced the upcoming California Premiere of Heightened Scrutiny by Sam Feder (Disclosure).

Nightlife

Brooke Eden @ Charlie's Chicago

Brooke Eden @ Charlie's Chicago

MEDIA | May 1

Brooke Eden brought the yee to our haw at Charlie's Chicago! She turned the dance floor into a queer hoedown with a line dance lesson, fresh tracks, and unstoppable energy. EDGE was there - check out the pics!