I don’t know who needs to hear this, but it’s probably you: a man can use correct grammar and still be hot enough to blow your back out. It's time to bust the myth of the grammar nerd. You know the stereotype: pale, hunched over, wearing Crocs with socks, correcting people's tweets and whispering "could have, not could of" at parties they weren't invited to. It's my Daddy … [Read more...] about The Rockford Files: Grammar Yahtzee – Why Syntax Is Sexy
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Get Ready for a Fabulous Drag Brunch at The Origin Hotel Baton Rouge Downtown!
Get ready to sip, savor, and slay! The Origin Hotel Baton Rouge Downtown is turning up the heat with an unforgettable Drag Brunch at its signature restaurant, Passé, on Sunday, June 29th at 11 AM.This lively and high-energy event will feature dazzling drag performances, mouthwatering brunch favorites, and an unbeatable vibe. Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the door, with … [Read more...] about Get Ready for a Fabulous Drag Brunch at The Origin Hotel Baton Rouge Downtown!
Trodding the Boards June 6, 2025
Clown Bar 2 at The AllWays Lounge through June 6 If you’re looking for a romantic clown comedy murder mystery musical--and who isn’t these days?!--head to The Twilight Room at The AllWays Lounge for The NOLA Project’s production of Adam Szymkowicz’s Clown Bar 2. It’s a follow-up to the playwright’s Clown Bar, which NOLA Project produced 10 years ago, and, rather than try … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards June 6, 2025
American Scare: An Interview with Robert W. Fieseler
Robert W. Fieseler is a local journalist and historian whose first book, Tinderbox, won multiple major awards and has become the preeminent publication on the topic of the UpStairs Lounge fire. I recently met with him to discuss his new book, American Scare: Florida’s Hidden Cold War on Black and Queer Lives, a fascinating exposé of the Florida Legislative Investigation … [Read more...] about American Scare: An Interview with Robert W. Fieseler
The 2025 Official Gay Easter Parade raises over $14,000 for Food for Friends!
As we close out Spring and move into Summer and Pride Month, we at Ambush want to start by thanking everyone who made the Gay Easter Parade (GEP) a huge success. This year we raised $14,748.16 for Food for Friends, a division of CrescentCare. Since 2003 the Gay Easter Parade has raised a total of $394,594.54 for Food for … [Read more...] about The 2025 Official Gay Easter Parade raises over $14,000 for Food for Friends!
The Official Pride Guide (June 2025 Event Calendar)
Pride events are all over the city for the month of June. We are pretty much a rainbow city year round, but especially during this month. Here are just some of the hot events in June. If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com. Weekly Events Monday: · NOAGE New Orleans Walking Group; Audubon Park; 6500 … [Read more...] about The Official Pride Guide (June 2025 Event Calendar)
Bartender Spotlight – May 2025
In my view, bartenders have always been akin to performers, with the bar serving as their stage. Each night, they entertain an audience of both newcomers and loyal patrons. Similar to a theatrical production, they may receive enthusiastic applause that leads to repeat visits or face criticism. The next bartender I wish to highlight is a skilled and … [Read more...] about Bartender Spotlight – May 2025
Trodding the Boards May 16, 2025
Tiny Beautiful Things at Loyola's Marquette Theater through May 25 Dear Sugar – As you may know, Crescent City Stage is presenting Nia (My Big Fat Greek Wedding) Vardalos’ adaptation of “your” book Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Dear Sugar (written, of course, under your real name of Cheryl Strayed) at Loyola University's Marquette Theater through May … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards May 16, 2025
The LGBTLOL Queer Comedy Fest Returns to New Orleans
The LGBTLOL Queer Comedy Fest has announced its full schedule and lineup for its 4th annual festival, taking place Thursday, May 29 to Sunday, June 1 in New Orleans. Bringing together over 50 of the funniest queer-identifying comedians from across the U.S. and Canada, this year’s festival isn’t just a gut-busting showcase of LGBTQIA+ talent and humor — it’s a powerful, … [Read more...] about The LGBTLOL Queer Comedy Fest Returns to New Orleans
The Rockford Files: Waiting for Life to Begin
A High School is directly across the street from my apartment in Hell's Kitchen. It's allegedly a magnet school for students gifted in the performing arts, although I've yet to see any proof of that. And, judging by their after-school demeanor, I doubt I ever will. What I see, however, is not entirely unlike my High School experience at their age. For most, it's the giddy … [Read more...] about The Rockford Files: Waiting for Life to Begin