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Trodding the Boards October 6, 2020

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Single Black Female online through October 10 In what I believe is the first extended engagement in Orleans Parish, UNO’s Theatre Program presents its opening production of the fall semester, Single Black Female, through October 10. Granted, it’s not live nor being live-streamed, (it’s actually pre-recorded) but given that tickets are being sold individually for dates … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards October 6, 2020

Born to Run: The Gay Migration Away from Home

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I knew I had to leave.  I had to get out.  I couldn't explain it, and I didn't tell anyone else. I was only 16; I didn't have a plan. I didn’t know when, or how, but I knew that at some point, an opportunity would present itself, and I would take it – I would leave my hometown and my family behind. I love my family and New Orleans, but as I hit puberty and began to … [Read more...] about Born to Run: The Gay Migration Away from Home

Trodding the Boards September 22, 2020

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The Odd Couple at Playmakers Theater through Oct. 4 It was so good to be heading to the North Shore recently to see a show at Playmakers Theater. First because I was looking forward to visiting this historic 65-year-old playhouse in Covington for the first time since it reopened in July (I missed its A Chorus Line then). And also because, just as the drive began, I got … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards September 22, 2020

The Diary of a Bank Robbing Lesbian

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“I saw a man on the sidewalk and my dream of spending Xmas at home ended.  He identified himself as F.B.I. and we went in where about 10 others were waiting with a warrant for my arrest. The charge? Bank robbery. The look on mom’s face nearly killed me. Never have I seen her so hurt. I would have rather spent 10 years in jail than to put her through that day.” Thus wrote … [Read more...] about The Diary of a Bank Robbing Lesbian

Guilty Pleasures for September 2020 (Part Two)

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With this damn virus robbing us of so much of life, like parties and events, it’s the little things I am finding joy in doing.  Whether it is something simple or special, I now appreciate almost everything so much more. Here are just a few of my latest obsessions. Check out September's part one list. #5. Becoming a tourist in my own city and riding the Steamboat … [Read more...] about Guilty Pleasures for September 2020 (Part Two)

Trodding the Boards September 8, 2020

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12 Angry Men at 30 by Ninety Theatre through September 13 Reginald Rose’s 12 Angry Men may be over 65 years old, but in our current age of overwrought passions, distortion of facts, and demonization of the “other”, this courtroom drama remains as timely as ever. Mandeville’s 30 by Ninety Theatre (880 Lafayette St.) is wise to present it now. Originally done on TV in 1954 … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards September 8, 2020

Spirituality, Solace, Mindfulness: What Path to Take?

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Sometimes I think we have lost the ability to just “be” with ourselves. If we don’t use the time alone to the greatest advantage, it goes away, and is no longer there for the taking. One can view ‘alone’ and ‘lonely’ as two different but equally interesting concepts. Perhaps there have been times lately that you have felt a bit lonely while being with others. Conversely, … [Read more...] about Spirituality, Solace, Mindfulness: What Path to Take?

Second Line Into An Athletic Lifestyle

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Don’t put your goals off another day! Whether you're making an investment in your health or training for a competition--YOU CAN SUCCEED!  Set a short- and long-term goals plan that will challenge you but not overwhelm your life. I am not saying that we start waving handkerchiefs and parasols at the track or athletic club and not focus on our goals. I am very much … [Read more...] about Second Line Into An Athletic Lifestyle