Ambush Magazine is pleased to announce the winners in each category of the Gay Appreciation Awards (GAA). Winners were announced at the GAA Gala which was held at Oz on Saturday, August 24th. The GAAs were hosted by French Quarter Personalities Jeffrey Palmquist and Frank Perez with Felicia Phillips and Tony Leggio working the Red Carper as guests arrived. Over 5,000 people … [Read more...] about Ambush Magazine Announces the Winners of the 34th Annual Gay Appreciation Awards
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Ambush on the Road
A Gay in the Vineyard Hemingway once said, “Wine is one of the most civilized things in the world.” I have to agree with him, especially after my recent trip to Sonoma, California. My adventure in wine country was part of my fabulous friend Terri’s milestone birthday celebration. Of course, milestone birthdays occur when your age has a zero behind … [Read more...] about Ambush on the Road
2024 GAA Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient: Noel Twilbeck
The recipient of the 2024 GAA Lifetime Achievement Award is Noel Twilbeck. As a young man still in the closet, the advent of the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s initially terrified Twilbeck. He first thought was to stay in the closet, but he changed his mind and embarked on a career fighting the disease. He began as a volunteer with the NO/AIDS Task Force in 1987, was hired … [Read more...] about 2024 GAA Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient: Noel Twilbeck
Ambush Magazine Announces the Top 5 for the 2024 Gay Appreciation Awards
Ambush Magazine is pleased to announce the Top 5 in each category of the Gay Appreciation Awards (GAA). Winners will be announced at the GAA Gala which will be held at Oz on Saturday, August 24th from 6 to 9 pm. The 2024 GAAs will be hosted by French Quarter personalities Jeffrey Palmquist and Frank Perez with local celebrities Tony Leggio and Brian Sands and presenting some of … [Read more...] about Ambush Magazine Announces the Top 5 for the 2024 Gay Appreciation Awards
Ambush Magazine is excited to announce the return of a print version of Ambush.
Ambush Magazine is excited to announce the return of a print version of Ambush. The new Ambush will be published six times a year, with the first edition hitting the streets just before Southern Decadence. Ambush began in 1982 and is one of the longest running LGBT+ publications in the nation. Ambush went exclusively digital in 2020 during the Covid pandemic, but the time … [Read more...] about Ambush Magazine is excited to announce the return of a print version of Ambush.
Under the Gaydar – August 2024 Event Calendar
Let’s get Decadent! Southern Decadence will descend upon our city once again with all the revelry, mischief and sexiness! There are so many things to do, not only during the holiday weekend, but the entire month leading up to it. Here are just some of the hot events in August through September 2 to put on your “Gaydar.” If you want your event listed, send me an … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar – August 2024 Event Calendar
RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE ALL STARS LIVE WILL WERK ITS WAY TO MAHALIA JACKSON THEATER AUGUST 25!
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!
Under the Gaydar (July 2024 Event Calendar)
Fireworks are popping all month long with all the fabulous events happening. So let us dive right into summer! Here are just some of the hot events in July to put on your “Gaydar.” If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com. Weekly Events Monday: * NOAGE New Orleans Walking Group; Audubon Park; 6500 Magazine St., New … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (July 2024 Event Calendar)
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
Meet Your 2024 Southern Decadence Grand Marshals & Press Release Party Information
Vanessa Carr Kennedy Vanessa Carr Kennedy is a New Orleans native, and a proud graduate of Xavier University. Kennedy, a former board member of PFLAG of New Orleans, is on the planning committee for Family Day at Longue Vue House and Gardens. Her titles include Miss New Orleans Pride 2016 and Miss Louisiana Leatherette 2016. In 2023, she was named “Advocate of the Year” at … [Read more...] about Meet Your 2024 Southern Decadence Grand Marshals & Press Release Party Information