Dracula at The Orpheum Theater The last time I attended a New Orleans Ballet Theatre (NOBT) performance was in the spring of 2019. I noted then that it had been a while since I had seen one of their presentations and, watching its glorious production of Cinderella made me realize how much I missed taking in live classical ballet. I felt the same way after seeing NOBT’s … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards November 4, 2025
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Under the Gaydar (November 2025 Event Calendar)
There are so many things to be thankful for living in the vibrant city of New Orleans. With so many parties, festivals, shows and fundraisers in the month, one can never get bored. Here are just some of the hot events in November. If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com. Weekly Events Monday: · … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (November 2025 Event Calendar)
Bartender of the Month – October 2025
I am thrilled whenever a new LGBTQ+ bar opens in the city, and it was at one such establishment that I found my Bartender of the Month for October. Wifey’s, a fresh addition to the scene, may be familiar to locals under its previous name, Iggy’s. This vibrant queer hotspot in the Faubourg Marigny boasts an exceptional staff, and Ambush’s newest featured bartender is someone … [Read more...] about Bartender of the Month – October 2025
Just Say No – Women Cannot Be Drag Queens
I said it. Someone had to. Women can not be Drag Queens and have no place performing or competing as such. Wait! Ladies, before you get your tuck-less panties in a bunch, understand that I am not a grumpy homo with an ax to grind. Hear me out; my grievance has roots. The first bee flew into my bonnet when Victoria Stone was allowed to compete in the third season of … [Read more...] about Just Say No – Women Cannot Be Drag Queens
Trodding the Boards October 15, 2025
Frankenstein at Lafitte Greenway Station through October 17 They say lightning doesn’t strike the same place twice, but that’s being proven incorrect at the Lafitte Greenway Station both literally-ish and figuratively. Literally-ish because The NOLA Project’s new production of Frankenstein employs such special effects just as its Greenway-based Dracula did two years … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards October 15, 2025
THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW RETURNS TO NOLA TO CELEBRATE 50TH ANNIVERSARY
NEW ORLEANS – October 13, 2025 – The longest-running theatrical release in film history is returning to New Orleans to celebrate its 50th anniversary! Fans will be able to meet and talk with Nell Campbell, the acclaimed star of this original cult classic in person. Her iconic portrayal of “Columbia” has thrilled generations of fans for 50 years. Audiences will … [Read more...] about THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW RETURNS TO NOLA TO CELEBRATE 50TH ANNIVERSARY
Ambush on the Road – St. Louis, Missouri
I consider myself fortunate to have the opportunity to travel for work, which allowed me to attend the World Education Conference (WEC) in St. Louis, MO, this year. This event, organized by Meeting Professionals International (MPI), is particularly significant to me as I serve on the Gulf States Chapter Board. Founded in 1972, MPI was established to create a supportive … [Read more...] about Ambush on the Road – St. Louis, Missouri
ThirdstreamConcert
Thirdstream | Strings & Sax at Marigny Opera House Chicago-based experimental string duo Missing Piece and sound artist/composer/multi-instrumentalist Hunter Diamond join New Orleans string players James Singleton, Sixto Franco, and Kyle Anderson to present Thirdstream. Thirdstream is neither classical nor jazz, or both classical and jazz, or music that explores porous … [Read more...] about ThirdstreamConcert
The 2025 NOAGE Gala: A Sinners & Saints Soirée
New Orleans Advocates for LGBTQ+ Elders (NOAGE) will be hosting a fundraiser gala on Friday, November 21, 7-10PM, at The Josephine, a beautifully renovated and reimagined event venue (formerly Our Lady of Lourdes Church, now deconsecrated) at 2400 Napoleon Avenue. There will be music, dancing, food, an open bar, a silent auction, and all the great fun you’ve come to expect from … [Read more...] about The 2025 NOAGE Gala: A Sinners & Saints Soirée
Trodding the Boards – October 1, 2025
Exhausted Paint: The Death of Van Gogh at Big Couch October 8-18 [Exhausted Paint: The Death of Van Gogh played at UNO in 2022. Fat Squirrel will be presenting the production directed by Carly Stroud and again featuring Drew Stroud at Big Couch October 8-18. The following is an excerpt from my March 2022 “An Appreciation” of Drew Stroud (as well as another young … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards – October 1, 2025
