CrescentCare, a community leader in the infectious disease arena, is beginning a podcast today to give good factual updates and information on coronavirus and to quell the misinformation that is spreading throughout the community. Starting today (March 17), at 1:30 pm CDT, Dr. Nicholas Van Sickels, our Chief Medical Officer, will update the community on this serious public … [Read more...] about CrescentCare begins daily podcast today on coronavirus beginning at 1:30 pm
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Notes from the Road: New Orleanians’ Experience Caucusing for Pete in Iowa
Hitting the streets with Craig Koch (Atlanta), Rick Duplantier and Rob Clemenz New Orleanians Rick Duplantier and his husband Rob Clemez went on the road to the Iowa caucuses. Read his account of what it was like caucusing for Mayor Pete. Photos by Rick Duplantier. If you ever have the opportunity to attend the Iowa Caucus during the election season, just do it! … [Read more...] about Notes from the Road: New Orleanians’ Experience Caucusing for Pete in Iowa
The “Official” Dish February 11, 2020
Dear Ambush Nation, On behalf of myself and everyone at Ambush, Happy Carnival! Mardi Gras is here and there are so many fun events to enjoy. If you haven’t done so yet, you still have time to attend one of the many Gay Mardi Gras balls along the Gulf South. These balls are magnificent productions with amazing costumes. This issue is our Official … [Read more...] about The “Official” Dish February 11, 2020
Trodding the Boards February 11, 2020
Folk Rhythms/Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra at the Orpheum Much as I enjoy Beethoven and Mozart and Chopin and Bach, when I go to hear live classical music, I prefer something I’m not likely to encounter elsewhere. The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) delivered that abundantly with its recent Folk Rhythms featuring composer and oud player Simon Shaheen, and a program … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards February 11, 2020
Letter to the Editor: What Valentine’s Day Means
A Letter to the Editor from John East Like many gay men, I find the traditional holiday season somewhat cold. Thanksgiving is a landmine of politics, in-laws, and the proverbial drunk uncle. Christmas is really for families with kids. My partner and I, even in liberal circles, are not totally accepted during these family-focused receptions. Even demonstrations of acceptance … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: What Valentine’s Day Means
Loyola University and the Need for Higher Quality Tour Guides: An Interview with Tourism Expert Frank Perez
Ambush recently had the opportunity to sit down and chat with local tourism expert Frank Perez about the current state of tourism in New Orleans, the quality of tour guides, and the Professional Tour Guiding courses he teaches at Loyola University. Q: How did you get involved in the tourism industry? FP: Years ago I was a concierge at a hotel in the CBD. A … [Read more...] about Loyola University and the Need for Higher Quality Tour Guides: An Interview with Tourism Expert Frank Perez
Spotlight on Saints and Sinners LGBTQ Literary Festival Speakers
The annual Saints and Sinners LGBTQ Literary Festival will take place in New Orleans March 27-29. For registration information: Sasfest.org Ambush readers can register with a 20% discount by using the code Ambush20 when registering. In this series, we introduce you to some of the writers in the all-star lineup for #SAS20 this March in the heart of the French … [Read more...] about Spotlight on Saints and Sinners LGBTQ Literary Festival Speakers
Murder Believed to be Motivated by Racism and Homophobia
Photo of Ja’Quarius Taylor (via Dylan Waguespack's Facebook) Ja’Quarius Taylor, 17, was recently found tied to a tree and shot in a swamp near Angie, Louisiana, in Washington Parish. Authorities believe Taylor was murdered on January 12. On January 16, a dive team from the Washington Parish Sheriff’s office “made a significant discovery” at the bottom of a lake near … [Read more...] about Murder Believed to be Motivated by Racism and Homophobia
Voodoo Bone Lady Shoots Boyfriend on Royal Street
Voodoo Bone Lady Shoots Boyfriend on Royal Street Screenshot of Orleans Parish Booking Website April Caldwell, alias Onassys Bloomberg, also known publicly as the “Voodoo Bone Lady,” a local tour guide who offers Voodoo tours, was arrested on the evening of January 14 and charged with aggravated battery after shooting her boyfriend just after 7:30pm. The incident took … [Read more...] about Voodoo Bone Lady Shoots Boyfriend on Royal Street
Trodding the Board January 28, 2020
Grace Kennedy, Darci Jens Fulcher and Dylan Hunter in The Uninvited (photo by Josh Brasted) The Uninvited at Gallier House through Feb. 14 The Uninvited, Goat in the Road Productions’ new show, adds another chapter of immersive historical drama to its successful The Stranger Disease of 2018. Set and performed in Gallier House, The Uninvited explores with imagination and … [Read more...] about Trodding the Board January 28, 2020
