The Lords of Leather will present its annual “Miss Louisiana Leatherette” contest on Saturday, August 10 at 8 pm at Four Seasons Bar & Lounge in Metairie. This camp-drag competition features a tongue-in-cheek look at gay leather pageantry in a delightful evening for all. This contest is open to all artists/entertainers who wish to present their best with an … [Read more...] about Miss Louisiana Leatherette 2020
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Forum for Equality Holds Annual Meeting
The Forum for Equality held its annual meeting on Wednesday, July 24, at the New Orleans Jazz Market. About thirty members of the Forum and a few guests enjoyed cocktails and sweets before the meeting was called to order. Three political candidates, all running for the State House of Representatives, worked the crowd during the cocktail hour: Carling Dinkler … [Read more...] about Forum for Equality Holds Annual Meeting
Tour-Guiding Classes at Loyola University to Feature LGBT+ History
LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana President and Ambush columnist Frank Perez will incorporate local LGBT+ history into three courses he is teaching at Loyola University this fall. Loyola University began offering Professional Tour Guiding courses last year as part of a new initiative to accommodate the city’s growing tourism industry as well as to address increasing … [Read more...] about Tour-Guiding Classes at Loyola University to Feature LGBT+ History
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
The Official Dish July 16, 2019
Dear Ambush Nation, The 31st Annual Gay Appreciation Awards are here and we are so excited! The GAA Gala will take place on July 20th at 6 pm at Oz and we hope to see everyone there. This year has been one for the record books and for that we thank you! Not only did we break the record set last year for unique nominees but we also broke the record for votes … [Read more...] about The Official Dish July 16, 2019
James Andrew Mondoro
James Andrew Mondoro, 58, of New Orleans, Louisiana, and formerly of Dunellen, New Jersey, passed away at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans surrounded by his loving family on June 28. Son of Joseph and Nina Mondoro, Jim was born in Plainfield, New Jersey, and spent most of his childhood in Dunellen where he graduated from Dunellen High School in 1978 and was an active … [Read more...] about James Andrew Mondoro
Bear, Leather Enthusiasts Headed Toward “The Locker Room” for 11th Mobile Bleather Weekend Aug. 2 & 3
When the final whistle blows, the teams head toward the locker room. But that’s when the games REALLY begin at this year’s 11th Mobile Bleather Weekend! Mobile Bleather Weekend is “The South’s Premier Bear/Leather/Levi Event”. Four bars in Mobile unite to present a weekend filled with contests, music and socializing, all centered around a theme. And, in addition to the … [Read more...] about Bear, Leather Enthusiasts Headed Toward “The Locker Room” for 11th Mobile Bleather Weekend Aug. 2 & 3
Krewe of Narcissus Bal Masque V
The Captain and Krewe of Narcissus announce their fifth gay Carnival Bal Masque scheduled for Saturday, January 25, 2020. The location will be at The New Orleans Ladies Ballroom, 1771 Stumpf Boulevard, Terrytown, LA. The all-gay male Krewe stages a traditional tableau while their guests enjoy complimentary cocktails and buffet. Attire is tuxedo and formal gown, costume, and … [Read more...] about Krewe of Narcissus Bal Masque V
Grand Revelers’ Conclave Set for July 18
On Thursday, July 18, at the corner of Royal and St. Ann Streets in the French Quarter, the Mystik Krewe du Rue Royale Revelers will hold its monthly Grand Reveler Conclave. Members of the Krewe and other interested parties will gather at 801 Royal for cocktails and bites before stepping outside to witness the release of black or white smoke from krewe captain Frank Perez’s … [Read more...] about Grand Revelers’ Conclave Set for July 18
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