There have always been queer people in New Orleans, and while the city currently looks favorably upon us, it wasn’t always so. It wasn’t too long ago that rainbow flags on Rampart Street and Mayoral proclamations for Pride and Southern Decadence would have been inconceivable. The New Orleans Police Department was still raiding gay bars as recently as the … [Read more...] about The Rose Room, the Goldenrod Inn, and Police Raids
Arts & Culture
How to Be Alone: If You Want To, and Even If You Don’t
How to Be Alone: If You Want To, and Even If You Don’t. Lane Moore. Atria Paperback, 2018. 215 pages. Good books make you think or feel. Great books do both. How to Be Alone is a great book. Moore has transcended an abysmal childhood marked by neglect and abuse. Nothing unique about that, but what makes Moore’s story so … [Read more...] about How to Be Alone: If You Want To, and Even If You Don’t
Le Musée de F.P.C.
Le Musée de f.p.c., a historic house museum, is one of the country’s few attractions dedicated exclusively to preserving the material culture of and telling the story of free people of color. The founders of this repository strive through their collection of documents, paintings and decorative arts to present, interpret and preserve the history and culture shared by so many … [Read more...] about Le Musée de F.P.C.
The Sophisticated, Second Act at Longway Tavern
Filling the large shoes of a predecessor is a daunting task. History is rife, however, with sequels that equaled or surpassed the original (The Godfather II, The Empire Strikes Back, and Aliens spring to mind). Such is the case at Longway Tavern, where the chef who opened this newish spot to rave reviews was felled by personal issues. This had to be tragic not only for … [Read more...] about The Sophisticated, Second Act at Longway Tavern
Book of the Month: Walking the Dead
I am obviously still celebrating Halloween with my choice for the book of the month in November, In fact, it was a great book to be reading over the holiday. Waking the Dead by Samuel Bowling is a Shamanic Medium of Stories of life after death. It is quite a fascinating read and Bowling is an excellent storyteller. I met Samuel at a friend’s house over the summer … [Read more...] about Book of the Month: Walking the Dead
Bartender of the Month: Princess Stephaney
My pick for bartender of the month for November is not only a great friend of mine, but a shining star in our LGBT community, an accomplished performer, and glorified local skank. I am talking about none other that Princess Stephaney. Princess has worked at Mags 940 for a little over six years. Coming from Memphis many years ago, she arrived in NOLA and took … [Read more...] about Bartender of the Month: Princess Stephaney
Memoirs of an Authentic French Quarter Priestess
“The gates are open,” the Priestess said in the din of the back room of her psychic shop on Decatur where, minutes before, she’d told me to scram and grab a drink while she finished her slice of pizza. It had looked like a decent slice. Pepperoni, I think. Because I’m from the Midwest, where pizza is king, and because I tend to be over-polite and presume fault in the face of … [Read more...] about Memoirs of an Authentic French Quarter Priestess
Luke Willis Finds the Stage Again with His Directorial Debut of The Summer House
Luke Willis, formerly of the San Francisco Ballet and Aspen Santa Fe Ballet, makes his directorial debut with the LGBTQ+ short thriller, The Summer House. Earlier screenings this year included Outfest, The Woods Hole Film Festival with additional showings slated for the Key West Film Festival. Luke discusses his early interactions with the church, excelling at ballet, and how … [Read more...] about Luke Willis Finds the Stage Again with His Directorial Debut of The Summer House
Trodding the Boards November 19, 2019
Cabaret at The New Orleans Art Center through Nov. 24 If you haven’t seen Kander & Ebb’s Tony-winning musical Cabaret before (what, not even Liza’s Oscar-winning turn on celluloid?), get yourself over to the Bywater’s New Orleans Art Center on St. Claude for See ‘Em On Stage’s eminently watchable production, officially titled Cabaret (1998 Version), a nod to the … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards November 19, 2019
Elevated Bar Food from the Streets of Brazil
In my youth, bar food meant nachos, burgers, and pizza—usually greasy. I was young, drunk, and stupid. Now, older yet no wiser, I was intrigued to try what is described as Comida de Rua (Brazilian style street food) at Carnaval Lounge (formerly Siberia). How times have changed. Carnaval offers elevated bar food from Chef Gustavo Naar that could be served in any fine dining … [Read more...] about Elevated Bar Food from the Streets of Brazil
