Brian Craig Pettus, age 63, passed away on December 30, 2019 at his home in New Orleans. Brian, a native of Anniston, AL, was a resident of New Orleans since the late 1980s. He was employed by Hancock Whitney Bank and worked for many banking institutions in New Orleans in his 30 years of calling New Orleans home: Hibernia Bank, Crescent Bank & Trust, Capital One … [Read more...] about Obituary for Brian Craig Pettus
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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
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 has authored several books on New Orleans history, including In Exile (with … [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”
The “Official” Dish January 14, 2020
Dear Ambush Nation, As we march into 2020, I hope everyone had an amazing holiday season. Now that the holidays have passed, we can begin to focus on the greatest holiday season of all - CARNIVAL! With 12th Night behind us and a slew of Gay Mardi Gras balls ahead, I encourage everyone to follow along as Ambush documents the highlights of Carnival! As we … [Read more...] about The “Official” Dish January 14, 2020
Apollo New Orleans ‘Resurrection Ball’ Set for Feb. 14
The Mystic Krewe of Apollo de New Orleans has returned to the city and will hold its “Resurrection Ball” Feb. 14, 2020, at the Hotel Monteleone. The celebration of the return of an Apollo Krewe to the city where Apollo was founded 50 years ago promises to be an exciting event for all involved. It will be a formal dinner/dance in a bal masque format and will include the … [Read more...] about Apollo New Orleans ‘Resurrection Ball’ Set for Feb. 14
2019 Southern Decadence Financial Report
48th Southern Decadence Sets New Records: Over 275,000 Participants, $380 Million Economic Impact, $12,700 for Charity The numbers are in for the 48th Annual Southern Decadence Celebration of LGBT+ Life, Music, and Culture that brought over 275,000 participants to New Orleans over Labor Day weekend 2019. With an economic impact around $380 million, this was one … [Read more...] about 2019 Southern Decadence Financial Report
The “Official” Dish December 31, 2019
Dear Ambush Nation, As we move from Christmas to New Year’s, I want to take this opportunity to say thank you for another great year at Ambush Magazine. What makes us a success is you, our readers! As I look back on 2019, I think about all the wonderful things that made this year so special. We had the largest parade and crowd in the history of the Gay … [Read more...] about The “Official” Dish December 31, 2019
