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Trodding the Boards September 21, 2021

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Rent at 30 by Ninety Theatre through October 3 It's been a tough month or so for theaters in our area what with first the Delta variant surge andthen Hurricane Ida’s devastation. Many have had to cancel or postpone productions as they’vedealt with damage to their structures, uprooted rehearsal schedules, and/or concerns about cast,crew, staff & audience members who are … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards September 21, 2021

Trodding the Boards September 7, 2021

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Houston and Dallas on the Evacuation Tour I hadn’t expected to stay in Texas for 10 days when I evacuated the day before Hurricane Ida hit. I hoped it would be like so many other storms that have threatened NOLA over the years which turned out to be more much ado about nothing than the tempest. Mother Nature had another tale in mind, though. First of all, I hope everyone … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards September 7, 2021

Book Review: Johnny White’s Sports Bar: The Tiny Joint that Never Closed—Until It Did

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Johnny White’s Sports Bar: The Tiny Joint that Never Closed—Until It Did. Marita Woywod Crandle. The History Press, 2019. 144 pages. For 23 years, Johnny White’s Sports Bar reigned as Bourbon Street’s premiere dive bar for locals. Located at the corner of Orleans and Bourbon, the small bar was an island for Quarter Rats in the midst of an unceasing flow of tourists. It was … [Read more...] about Book Review: Johnny White’s Sports Bar: The Tiny Joint that Never Closed—Until It Did

Trodding the Boards August 10, 2021

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Matilda, the Musical at Swamplight Theatre It’s almost hard to believe that it’s been just two years since Matilda, the Musical had its regional premiere with a stellar Tulane Summer Lyric production as, in that short pandemic-filled time, it’s become a staple of local high schools (Hahnville in pre-Covid 2020) and community theaters with three productions scheduled in the … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards August 10, 2021

Bartender Spotlight: August 2021

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Can you believe we are already in August?  It’s crazy! Southern Decadence is next month and then we roll right into the holidays.  Time flies when you take a year off for a global pandemic.  As we start to make our way back out, if the unvaccinated don’t shut us down, to enjoy cocktails again, my bartender for the month of August is the fabulous Lawrence Edward at Betty’s Bar … [Read more...] about Bartender Spotlight: August 2021

Under the Gaydar (August 2021 Events Calendar)

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Our city heals differently than other places.  We celebrate life through music, food and laughter. Soon we will usher in the Fall season with Southern Decadence and a host of other festivals, so clutch those pearls and let’s go!  It is with much happiness that we are bringing back the calendar of events, so if you want something listed, please email … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (August 2021 Events Calendar)

Trodding the Boards July 27, 2021

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Reverse Negative at The Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts through July 31 Driving back from the North Shore recently, lightning crackled in the distance over Metairie and the West Bank. Lightning, however, had already sizzled earlier in the evening in Hammond at RoBenHood Productions and The Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts’ presentation of Reverse Negative, … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards July 27, 2021

Book of the Month: How Y’all Doing?: Misadventures and Mischief from a Life Well Lived

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When Leslie Jordan’s new book was released, I quickly snapped it up and finished reading it within a week. How Y’all Doing?: Misadventures and Mischief from a Life Well Lived is a lovely collection of stories, memories and advice from a man whose life has recently been catapulted more into the spotlight through his Instagram fame during the pandemic. Jordan has actually … [Read more...] about Book of the Month: How Y’all Doing?: Misadventures and Mischief from a Life Well Lived

Bartender Spotlight: July 2021

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It is wonderful to see life returning to the LGBTQ+ community as well as our bar scene.  It is equally exciting when a new gay-owned-and-operated business is established.  The American Townhouse opened at the end of June and is a welcome addition to our community.  The well-appointed space boasts a sleek bar with an impressive array of wine and spirits.  … [Read more...] about Bartender Spotlight: July 2021