Dear Ambush Nation, Another Southern Decadence is in the books! Thousands of people came to town to enjoy all that New Orleans has to offer. It was an amazing weekend of parties, special events and just wandering around the French Quarter to take in the sights. As always, the highlight was the Grand Marshals’ parade on Sunday. Flip through this issue … [Read more...] about The “Official Dish” September 10, 2019
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Alcohol and Tobacco Commission Return to The Phoenix Bar on Eve of Southern Decadence LGBTQ Festival
As Southern Decadence, Louisiana's largest LGBTQ festival of the year, kicked off yesterday in New Orleans, the Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control (ATC) returned to The Phoenix Bar to deliver a new “Notice of Violation and Summons to Appear for an Administrative Hearing” due to violations they observed during a new undercover investigation conducted two months ago … [Read more...] about Alcohol and Tobacco Commission Return to The Phoenix Bar on Eve of Southern Decadence LGBTQ Festival
Trodding the Boards August 27, 2019
5 Women Wearing the Same Dress at Playmakers Theater through Sept. 8 To the lesbians, gay men and straight folks who want to avoid the magnificent takeover of the French Quarter and environs known as Southern Decadence, I have something for you to do Labor Day weekend and the following one as well. To those local gay men who, after Decadence’s inundation of maleness, … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards August 27, 2019
An Interview with “Photographer of the Year” Arthur Severio
I first became aware of Arthur Severio’s talents when he decided to convert his French Quarter hair salon into a fully-functioning art gallery to exhibit local artists and develop his own skills as a photographer. Over the years, his persistence has paid off and won him many accolades including selection for the Louisiana Contemporary exhibition in 2016 and more recently … [Read more...] about An Interview with “Photographer of the Year” Arthur Severio
The 2019 New Orleans Pride Run+Walk: An Interview with NOTC’s Chloe and Casey
This past week I met with Chloe Nicolosi and Casey Urschel to talk about the 2019 New Orleans Pride Run and Walk, which will be held on Saturday, August 31, in Crescent Park. Chloe is the New Orleans Track Club (NOTC) Executive Race Director, and Casey is the president of the NOTC Board of Directors. Last year was the first Pride Run in New Orleans, and also my first 5K. OK, so … [Read more...] about The 2019 New Orleans Pride Run+Walk: An Interview with NOTC’s Chloe and Casey
The Official Dish July 30, 2019
Dear Ambush Nation, Thank you to everyone who attended the 31st Annual Gay Appreciation Awards! The GAA Gala has become one of the most highly anticipated events of the year because it brings together members from all corners of our community. It was a wonderful evening in no small part because so many of you came together to celebrate the amazing individuals and … [Read more...] about The Official Dish July 30, 2019
Winners Announced at 31st Annual Gay Appreciation Awards Presented By Ambush
With all VIP tables sold out, a standing room only crowd was in attendance at Oz for what has become one of the most highly anticipated events of the year. There were nominees and attendees from Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama representing the entire Gulf South. Prior to the GAA Gala, 5,347 people cast votes in 38 categories. Three additional … [Read more...] about Winners Announced at 31st Annual Gay Appreciation Awards Presented By Ambush
Finalists Announced after Record Number of Votes for the 31st Annual Gay Appreciation Awards
With a record-setting number of unique nominees for the 31st Annual Gay Appreciation Awards, it's no surprise that within the first three days, we surpassed the total number of votes received last year! This year, 5,347 people cast their votes in 38 categories. Three additional awards will be presented for a total of 41 awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award to be … [Read more...] about Finalists Announced after Record Number of Votes for the 31st Annual Gay Appreciation Awards
Introducing the 2019 Nominees for the New “Advocate for Transgender Rights” Gay Appreciation Award
Most members of the LGBTQ community would agree that it isn’t easy being different, but it’s certainly gotten better over the last 50 years. That being said, the need to protect transgender rights has never been more urgent or important than it is now. That’s why this year we’ve added a new Gay Appreciation Award titled “Advocate for Transgender Rights” in order to raise … [Read more...] about Introducing the 2019 Nominees for the New “Advocate for Transgender Rights” Gay Appreciation Award
Everybody’s Talking About Bianca
Surreal. That’s how it felt sitting in one of the most historic West End theaters and watching New Orleans’ own Roy Haylock perform in a hit musical. And when he entered in drag and got huge applause from the adoring sold-out house--even more surreal. Anyone who remembers when Bianca Del Rio hosted Drag Bingo at Oz would probably feel the same way. It’s also a word … [Read more...] about Everybody’s Talking About Bianca
