Ambush Magazine

The Official Gay Magazine of the Gulf South™

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A Treasure Trove of Vintage Gay Mardi Pictures

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In 1963, Arthur Jacobs came up with a great idea to drum up business for his Bourbon Street diner, The Clover Grill. He would host a costume contest on Mardi Gras, late in the afternoon after the Rex parade.  Because the Clover Grill was located in the “gay” section of Bourbon Street, directly across from Café Lafitte in Exile (the city’s oldest gay bar), the contest drew … [Read more...] about A Treasure Trove of Vintage Gay Mardi Pictures

Alfred & Stewart: A Love Story that Made History

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The pick-up line was direct: “You can fuck me, and I’ll suck you.”  That’s what Alfred Doolittle whispered in Stewart Butler’s ear on the night they met. The pair left Lafitte’s and immediately went to Stewart’s house.  On the way there, Alfred remarked, “You’ll probably throw me out in the morning like the rest of them.” But Stewart didn’t throw him out. The two fell … [Read more...] about Alfred & Stewart: A Love Story that Made History

The 71st Miss Universe Pageant

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R'Bonney Gabriel was crowned Miss Universe 2022 at the New Orleans Convention Center on January 14, 2023. She is the ninth Miss USA to be so honored. With a bearing reminiscent of a young Audrey Hepburn, at the press conference following the contest, Gabriel, after what must have been a very long day, was absolutely gracious as she answered each question from the media in … [Read more...] about The 71st Miss Universe Pageant

Trodding the Boards January 10, 2023

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The Wedding Party Experience at the Margaret Place Hotel through February 3 If you’re looking to enjoy a three-hour “dance party” in a beautiful Lower Garden District courtyard while savoring some yummy hors d'oeuvres and cocktails, then by all means check out The Wedding Party Experience at the Margaret Place Hotel, a new stylish venue. If, however, you want to partake … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards January 10, 2023

Bartender Spotlight

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I love when a new gay bar opens in the community, or technically an old new gay bar.  I went to an opening event at the Silver Fox (740 Burgundy St., formerly Rawhide) as they premiered their new craft cocktail menu and discovered my bartender spotlight there.  Fernando Rodriguez is a wonderful addition to the bartending scene in NOLA. Originally from Houston, … [Read more...] about Bartender Spotlight

Endymion and the Problem with Parades

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When Endymion recently caused an uproar by announcing anti-Semite and racist Mel Gibson would be its Co-Grand Marshal, I rolled my eyes and thought “Here we go again.” The public outrage over such a poor choice was predictable and certainly understandable but all the pearl-clutching and shocked gasps, especially among newcomers to the city, made me chuckle and think, “If they … [Read more...] about Endymion and the Problem with Parades

Under the Gaydar (January 2023 Event Calendar)

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Happy New Year! And with the new year comes new adventures.  So start your fabulous journey in NOLA with fabulous events, parties and festivals.  And let’s not forget the kick off the Carnival season. No time to waste.  Let 2023 be the year of the party!  Here are just some of the hot happenings in January to put on your “Gaydar.” If you want your event … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (January 2023 Event Calendar)

New Orleans Ballet Association presents dance phenomenon Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo for one night only

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New Orleans, LA (December 6, 2022) — New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) presents Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at the Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts. Tickets on sale now at www.nobadance.com. For “the funniest night you will ever have at the ballet” (The Sunday Times, UK), catch the long-awaited … [Read more...] about New Orleans Ballet Association presents dance phenomenon Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo for one night only