Ambush Publisher TJ Acosta speaking at the magazine's annual holiday party. Dear Ambush Nation, I thought it important to share my story with you so that you can realize just how serious the Coronavirus and COVID-19 disease are. I've been sick with COVID-19 for the better part of two weeks now. I can tell you it ain't pretty and it sure as hell isn't "just the flu." Today … [Read more...] about The Official Dish on My Encounter with COVID-19
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Local, State, and National Resources for Surviving COVID-19
Access to helpful resources and accurate information is more important now than ever. There is a lot of misleading stuff about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) right now (especially on social media), and it can be difficult to find the resources you’re looking for during a crisis. When I began working on this guide, it was with LGBT older people foremast in mind. Since then, … [Read more...] about Local, State, and National Resources for Surviving COVID-19
CrescentCare begins daily podcast today on coronavirus beginning at 1:30 pm
CrescentCare, a community leader in the infectious disease arena, is beginning a podcast today to give good factual updates and information on coronavirus and to quell the misinformation that is spreading throughout the community. Starting today (March 17), at 1:30 pm CDT, Dr. Nicholas Van Sickels, our Chief Medical Officer, will update the community on this serious public … [Read more...] about CrescentCare begins daily podcast today on coronavirus beginning at 1:30 pm
Mallory Whitfield Launches #TowardsTogether Movement for a Kinder, More Inclusive World
Artist & Keynote Speaker Aims To Decrease Bullying & Divisiveness with New Campaign Artist and diversity & inclusion keynote speaker Mallory Whitfield is spearheading a new social movement that aims to decrease the amount of bullying, violence, and divisiveness plaguing our world. The week of January 27-31, she will lead a campaign to flood Instagram and social … [Read more...] about Mallory Whitfield Launches #TowardsTogether Movement for a Kinder, More Inclusive World
Armeinius Royalty Announced
The Krewe of Armeinius recently announced its 2020 royalty—Kevin Hemenger and Fatsy Cline will reign as King and Queen Armeinius LII. This year’s ball will be held at Mardi Gras World on Friday, February 21. Serving as MCs for the ball will be Varla Jean Merman and Ryan Landry. The Krewes’s Co-Captains are Barrett Delong-Church and Chad Brickley. … [Read more...] about Armeinius Royalty Announced
Duaine Daniels Named Grand Reveler VI
Duaine Daniels was named Grand Reveler VI at the Mystik Krewe de la Rue Royale Revelers annual Twelfth Night Party. Daniels is a well-loved and respected member of the New Orleans gay community, having been a firefighter, the founder of the Renegade Bears, a volunteer with the LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana, a former bar owner, a former deputy sheriff, the coordinator … [Read more...] about Duaine Daniels Named Grand Reveler VI
New Orleans Pride: 10 Years and Beyond
Frank Perez (Photo Provided by Pride New Orleans | Larry Graham Studio) The New Orleans Pride Organization is celebrating its 10th Anniversary June 12-14 and has announced the Grand Marshals to lead the festivities. Frank Perez / LGBT+ Archives Project: Frank Perez serves as President of the LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana. He is a columnist for Ambush Magazine and … [Read more...] about New Orleans Pride: 10 Years and Beyond
Southern Rep Theatre to Host Masquerade for Mental Health
A FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT LOYOLA CENTER FOR COUNSELING & EDUCATION AND CARE FOR CREATIVES NEW ORLEANS (January 7, 2020) – Southern Rep Theatre will host a Masquerade for Mental Health fundraiser on Tuesday, February 4th from 6:30 - 9:30 PM at 2541 Bayou Road in the Sanctuary Bar. The fundraiser will benefit the Loyola Center for Counseling & Education and Care for … [Read more...] about Southern Rep Theatre to Host Masquerade for Mental Health
LGBT+ Archives Project Announces Open House
The LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana is pleased to announce it will host an Open House on Wednesday, January 22, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at 636 St. Ann Street. In addition to complimentary wine and hors d’ouvres, the Open House will feature a Timeline of New Orleans LGBT+ History as well as vintage photographs of Gay Carnival, Southern Decadence memorabilia, old … [Read more...] about LGBT+ Archives Project Announces Open House
The Krewe of King Arthur Celebrates “20 Years in Downtown New Orleans”
The Krewe of King Arthur kicked off Carnival Season this weekend with its 43rd Bal Masque at the Hyatt Regency. More than 900 guests attended the formal event consisting of a presentation of the court, a seated three-course meal, and entertainment by the NOLA Dukes. The Krewe of King Arthur was founded in 1977 by the current Captain, Philip Fricano, and paraded on the … [Read more...] about The Krewe of King Arthur Celebrates “20 Years in Downtown New Orleans”
