Malaysia Walker and Will Antill will lead the 2025 Gay Easter Parade. Malaysia Walker was born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi, who now resides in New Orleans, Louisiana, and is very familiar with many obstacles faced by the transgender communities throughout the South. Her passion for equality, respect, and acknowledgement of the issues faced in the LGBTQIA+ community … [Read more...] about Malaysia Walker and Will Antill Named 2025 Gay Easter Parade Grand Marshals
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Rawhide Closes Temporarily / New Manager Wanted
On Friday, March 14, Rawhide employees showed up to work to find the locks on the door had been changed. The bar has been closed since then. Contrary to speculation (much of it on social media), the bar has not been sold or closed permanently. Owner Tom Wood plans to reopen Rawhide as soon as possible. When asked why he shuttered the bar, Wood said, “lack of suitable help and … [Read more...] about Rawhide Closes Temporarily / New Manager Wanted
Come Sail Away
Calling all Caribbean Queens, Kings, and Allies; VACAYA is offering a tropical adventure on the Royal Caribbean’s Brilliance of the Seas. This 2025 Caribbean Cruise will sail seven magical nights roundtrip from The Big Easy, returning to New Orleans just in time for the biggest party in the world – Mardi Gras! Guests getting off the cruise can enjoy a … [Read more...] about Come Sail Away
Southern Decadence 2024 Financial Report
INCOME Staring Balance from SD51 $3,470 Fundraisers Announcement Party $4,442 Press … [Read more...] about Southern Decadence 2024 Financial Report
Announcing King Cake Queen XXX—Athena Jewelle, The Phoenix Queen
Ambush Magazine is pleased to announce that Athena Jewelle will reign as King Cake Queen XXX over the Krewe of Queenateenas. Jewelle will reign as The Phoenix Queen. Jewelle was truly shocked when she was informed of the decision. “I never thought I would ever be a King Cake Queen,” she said later. The remark is characteristic of her. Normally introverted and shy, … [Read more...] about Announcing King Cake Queen XXX—Athena Jewelle, The Phoenix Queen
Trodding the Boards November 15, 2024
Beetlejuice at the Saenger Theatre through November 17 It’s showtime at the Saenger Theatre through November 17 as the musical Beetlejuice has come to town. And for those looking for “a show about death”, as the opening number promises, and, perhaps more importantly in these challenging times, an evening of pure entertainment, walk, drive, fly or teletransport over to the … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards November 15, 2024
The 2024 NOAGE Gala: Celebrating a Decade of NOAGE!
New Orleans Advocates for LGBTQ+ Elders (NOAGE) is hosting a fundraiser gala on Friday, November 22, 7-10PM, at the New Orleans Culinary and Hospitality Institute (NOCHI). Tickets are available online now at noagenola.org. The last several NOAGE galas have sold out in advance, and there will be no tickets available at the door, so be sure to get your tickets as soon as … [Read more...] about The 2024 NOAGE Gala: Celebrating a Decade of NOAGE!
Tower Grove Pride + Krewe of Armenius
In many ways the cities of New Orleans and St. Louis has been considered sister cities for many reasons. Although I would not say they are twins, but they do have a multitude of similarities starting with both are tied together by the Mississippi River which makes both cities ideal stops for the river cruise lines. Both cities were founded before the birth of the … [Read more...] about Tower Grove Pride + Krewe of Armenius
Obituary: Adam Steg
Adam Steg, August 6, 1955-August 30, 2024. Adam was born and raised in New Orleans. His father James was a well-known artist and art professor at Tulane. Adam graduated from Newman High School in 1973 and Syracuse University in 1976 with a B.A. in Media, specializing in Animation and Video. Adam worked at the French Consulate in New Orleans for many years and was Director of … [Read more...] about Obituary: Adam Steg
Integrity Health and Wellness and New Orleans Lambda Center Launch “SOBER 4 TODAY” Initiative at Southern Decadence 2024
New Orleans, LA – August 27, 2024 – As Southern Decadence, one of the largest LGBTQ+ events in New Orleans and the United States, approaches this weekend, Integrity Health and Wellness, a local and holistic primary care practice, in collaboration with the New Orleans Lambda Center, the LGBTQ+ recovery clubhouse, is proud to announce the launch of the "SOBER 4 TODAY" initiative. … [Read more...] about Integrity Health and Wellness and New Orleans Lambda Center Launch “SOBER 4 TODAY” Initiative at Southern Decadence 2024