Enter the Werk Room this summer and get ready to experience the high kicks and low splits of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 9th Season unfolding LIVE on-stage! SUNDAY, AUGUST 25TH @ 8PM MAHALIA JACKSON THEATER TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Be captivated by the return of fan-favorites Angeria, Jorgeous, Plastique Tiara, Roxxxy Andrews, Shannel and Vanessa Vanjie in this … [Read more...] about RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE ALL STARS LIVE WILL WERK ITS WAY TO MAHALIA JACKSON THEATER AUGUST 25!
Baton Rouge Pride Fest Returns with a Vibrant Celebration of Diversity and Inclusion
Baton Rouge, LA - May 22, 2024—Get ready to embrace the vibrant spirit of inclusivity, love, and celebration at the Baton Rouge Pride Fest, presented by AHF and Unique Physique, on June 29, 2024, at the Raising Cane's River Center. From 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., attendees can look forward to a day loaded with entertainment, education, and empowerment for all. The festival's … [Read more...] about Baton Rouge Pride Fest Returns with a Vibrant Celebration of Diversity and Inclusion
Local LGBTQ+ Artists Address Importance of Sanctuary and Sacred Space in Group Exhibition for Pride 2024
The John Burton Harter Foundation will be presenting an exhibition for Pride 2024, Le sanctuaire: Intimacy, Community, and Sacred Space opening June 8th (5 to 10pm) at UNO Gallery, located at 2429 St. Claude Avenue. Sponsored by WWNO and curated by Josiah Gagosian, a local artist and educator, the exhibition will feature artwork from a diverse group of contemporary LGBTQ+ … [Read more...] about Local LGBTQ+ Artists Address Importance of Sanctuary and Sacred Space in Group Exhibition for Pride 2024
Obituary: Anthony Joseph Lala, Jr
Anthony Joseph Lala, Jr. passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024 at age 66. A New Orleans, Louisiana native, Anthony was born August 19, 1957. He was preceded in death by his parents Dr. Anthony Lala, Sr. and Nathalie LoCoco Lala. Anthony was a very professional and successful wedding planner and consultant. He went to Archbishop Rummel High School and the University … [Read more...] about Obituary: Anthony Joseph Lala, Jr
Huffstatler joins CrescentCare as Director of Development
NEW ORLEANS – CrescentCare announces that Jay Huffstatler has joined the nonprofit organization as Director of Development. Huffstatler brings to CrescentCare 24 years of development and community leadership experience in New Orleans and the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Most recently, he held the position of Chief Advancement Officer with New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity … [Read more...] about Huffstatler joins CrescentCare as Director of Development
THIRD STREAM MUSIC FOR THE THIRD WEEK OF APRIL
New Orleans Premiere of Gunther Schuller's String Quartet No. 4 LPO Violist Sixto Franco with musicians from Chicago, Los Angeles, and New Orleans will give the regional premiere of Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Gunther Schuller's String Quartet No. 4 along with a world premiere by New Orleans composer Jonathan Freilich. Sixto Franco, who has been performing with … [Read more...] about THIRD STREAM MUSIC FOR THE THIRD WEEK OF APRIL
NEW ORLEANS PRIDEFEST UNVEILS OFFICIAL NEW LOGO AT STAR-STUDDED MARIGNY PARTY
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans Pridefest unveiled its new logo Saturday evening (Feb. 24) at the Phoenix Bar in the Marigny, capping a night of celebration, revelry, and drag. The event featured crowd-pleasing performances by drag queens Monique Michaels-Alexander, Tibby Honest, Alexa H. Milano, Renee Saunce, and Eureeka Starfish, who also served as emcee. Mr. Louisiana Leather … [Read more...] about NEW ORLEANS PRIDEFEST UNVEILS OFFICIAL NEW LOGO AT STAR-STUDDED MARIGNY PARTY
Business Spotlight: Jacob Rickoll of Integrity Health and Wellness
Caring for the gay male community of New Orleans has been my priority for nearly two decades. This act, however, has not been as selfless as it sounds. My work saved me and provided me with a purpose and a family. And this family is worth fighting for. My journey started like the typical closeted gay man in the late ‘90s and early 2000s...by cruising the park, French … [Read more...] about Business Spotlight: Jacob Rickoll of Integrity Health and Wellness
THOMAS GORDON WARD (1952-2023)
Thomas Gordon Ward, lovingly known as Gordy to family and friends, passed away Tuesday, December 19, 2023, in Winston-Salem, NC. Born on September 21, 1952, Gordy was raised and spent most of his life in Mississippi. He served in the US Air Force and received a degree in education upon discharge. He then spent time in Chicago, where he sang professionally with … [Read more...] about THOMAS GORDON WARD (1952-2023)
Access Health Louisiana Celebrates World AIDS Day
December 1st is World AIDS Day, an international day dedicated to spreading awareness of AIDS and HIV, and a day to mourn those lost to AIDS. It was conceived by two WHO (World Health Organization) members in 1987 and the first day was celebrated in 1988. Traditionally marked by wearing a red ribbon, it is observed by all United Nations member countries around the world and … [Read more...] about Access Health Louisiana Celebrates World AIDS Day