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Apollo New Orleans ‘Resurrection Ball’ Set for Feb. 14

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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

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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

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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

Rue Royale Revelers Set to Kick-Off Gay Carnival on January 6

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Carnival season begins on January 6 and culminates on Mardi Gras, February 25.  The Feast of the Epiphany—or Twelfth Night as it is more commonly called—is the first night of celebrations, parades, and parties leading up to Shrove Tuesday. The Mystik Krewe de la Rue Royale Revelers kicks off the season with its annual Twelfth Night Party.  The highlight of the … [Read more...] about Rue Royale Revelers Set to Kick-Off Gay Carnival on January 6

Felicia Phillips Named King Cake Queen XXVI, The Ruby Queen

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Ambush Magazine and the Krewe of Queenateenas is proud to announce Felicia Phillips as King Cake Queen XXVI, the Ruby Queen, to reign over the 2020 Carnival Season. Originally from Beaumont, Texas, Phillips majored in theater and then turned to the art of female impersonation at an early age. Her early titles include Miss Gay Golden Triangle and Miss Gay Beaumont.  She was … [Read more...] about Felicia Phillips Named King Cake Queen XXVI, The Ruby Queen

Spotlight on Saints and Sinners LGBTQ Literary Festival Speakers

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In this series, we introduce you to some of the writers in the all-star lineup for #SAS20 this March in the heart of the French Quarter. Recipient of a Lambda Literary Award, two Publishing Triangle awards, and a Violet Quill award, Trebor Healey is the author of A Horse Named Sorrow, Faun and Through It Came Bright Colors, as well as a poetry collection, Sweet Son of Pan, … [Read more...] about Spotlight on Saints and Sinners LGBTQ Literary Festival Speakers

Party Down December 3, 2019

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As I write this, heading into the Thanksgiving weekend, I am grateful for so many things.   Earlier this year, I had to go to a luncheon on the floor of the Superdome. I was busy at work and rushing around and I just wanted the event to be over.  Then I stopped myself and looked around.  I was having lunch on the floor of the friggin’ Superdome--how cool was … [Read more...] about Party Down December 3, 2019

Dating App Scam

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A Grindr scam that has been reported in other parts of the country has recently been reported by Grindr users in the New Orleans area.  This latest scam follows some variation of the following: You are chatting with someone who claims to be a young man 18-21 years old.  After chatting on Grindr for a few minutes, he will give you his phone number and ask if you can … [Read more...] about Dating App Scam