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The Human League, Soft Cell, and Alison Moyet to play the Saenger Theatre

June 5, 2026 By Community Contributor

Fans of The Human League should head to the Saenger Theatre on Wednesday, June 17, when this iconic 1980s British band brings their Generations US Tour 2026 to New Orleans with very special guests Soft Cell and Alison Moyet. The Human League's music in the early '80s was synonymous with the era's burgeoning electronic music scene. Their ability to blend catchy pop hooks with … [Read more...] about The Human League, Soft Cell, and Alison Moyet to play the Saenger Theatre

Local LGBTQ+ Artists Present a Vivid Portrait of a Cultural Landscape where Identity, Performance, and Place are Inseparable in Group Exhibition at UNO’s St. Claude Gallery

June 5, 2026 By Community Contributor

The John Burton Harter Foundation presents Tigers in the Garden, an exhibition opening Saturday, June 13, from 6 to 9pm at UNO Gallery, located at 2429 St. Claude Avenue. There will also be a preview on Thursday, June 11, from 5 to 8pm. The public is invited to both of these events which coincide with Pride New Orleans, situating the exhibition within a broader moment of … [Read more...] about Local LGBTQ+ Artists Present a Vivid Portrait of a Cultural Landscape where Identity, Performance, and Place are Inseparable in Group Exhibition at UNO’s St. Claude Gallery

Loyola University to Launch Inaugural College of Music and Media Hall of Fame Celebration

March 25, 2026 By Community Contributor

NEW ORLEANS – Loyola University will host its inaugural College of Music and MediaHall of Fame Celebration on April 15 at the New Orleans Jazz Museum – a landmarkevent that will honor the extraordinary accomplishments of alumni from the School ofMusic and Theatre Professions and the School of Communication and Design. The public is invited to participate through … [Read more...] about Loyola University to Launch Inaugural College of Music and Media Hall of Fame Celebration

The New Orleans Premiere of CONSIDERING MATTHEW SHEPARD

March 6, 2026 By Community Contributor

The Grinnell Singers Perform The New Orleans Premiere of CONSIDERING MATTHEW SHEPARD Under the direction of John Rommereim Thursday, March 12 at 7:30 PM Christ Church Cathedral (Episcopal) 2919 Saint Charles Avenue The event is free and open to the public. Considering Matthew Shepard is a Grammy-nominated three-part oratorio composed by Craig Hella … [Read more...] about The New Orleans Premiere of CONSIDERING MATTHEW SHEPARD

NOMA’S TEEN ART COUNCIL HOSTS AN EVENING OF PROGRAMMING

February 20, 2026 By Community Contributor

On Friday, February 27, 6–9 pm, the New Orleans Museum of Art’s Teen Art Council takes over the museum for a night celebrating youth, creativity, and connection. Inspired by the exhibition Hayward Oubre: Structural Integrity, this year’s event—with the theme “Sound and Color”—features opportunities for teens to engage with the exhibition, relax with friends, and connect with … [Read more...] about NOMA’S TEEN ART COUNCIL HOSTS AN EVENING OF PROGRAMMING

Mardi Gras Memories and a Pink Glitter Tribute 

February 12, 2026 By Community Contributor

Written by Mike Sullivan I met Rip and Marsha a few years after I moved to New Orleans in 1981. We were neighbors on Bourbon Street and worked together at the old Petunia’s restaurant. We remained close friends until their deaths in 2017. In the 30+ years we knew each other, they published Ambush Magazine and became fixtures in the French Quarter. Every Mardi Gras … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Memories and a Pink Glitter Tribute 

Why HIV Drug Resistance Still Matters—And What We Can Do About It

December 11, 2025 By Community Contributor

Why HIV Drug Resistance Still Matters—And What We Can Do About It By Andrew Zolopa, Treatment Medical Affairs Executive Director, Gilead Sciences and Professor of Medicine, Stanford University / Sponsored by Gilead Sciences / Intended for US audiences only Even with decades of scientific research in HIV, a major challenge faced by people with HIV (PWH) continues to be HIV … [Read more...] about Why HIV Drug Resistance Still Matters—And What We Can Do About It

The Power of Lived Experience: Inspiring People with HIV to Prioritize their Long-Term Health through Storytelling

December 11, 2025 By Community Contributor

The Power of Lived Experience: Inspiring People with HIV to Prioritize their Long-Term Health through Storytelling By Marcus Wilson / Senior Director / Public Affairs / Sponsored by Gilead Sciences / Intended for US audiences only For too long, conversations about HIV have centered primarily on preventing transmission. While that’s important, it often leaves out another … [Read more...] about The Power of Lived Experience: Inspiring People with HIV to Prioritize their Long-Term Health through Storytelling

Join the LGBT+ Archives Project at Winter Wonderland on November 29th at the AllWays Lounge

November 11, 2025 By Community Contributor

Please join us at Winter Wonderland on November 29 at the AllWays Lounge in New Orleans. This annual event is our signature fundraiser and will feature a complimentary buffet, an open bar, a live auction, and a variety show hosted by local celebrity Vanessa Carr. This year's Winter Wonderland Royalty are Keeley Williams and Craig Nero. Williams is a Paramedic Captain with … [Read more...] about Join the LGBT+ Archives Project at Winter Wonderland on November 29th at the AllWays Lounge

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW RETURNS TO NOLA TO CELEBRATE 50TH ANNIVERSARY

October 13, 2025 By Community Contributor

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

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