About a dozen people gathered recently at the corner of Royal and St. Ann Streets to witness the release of black smoke at the conclusion of the Mystik Krewe du Rue Royale Revelers’ inaugural conclave. The conclave is held on the third Thursday of each month to deliberate the selection of the krewe’s next Grand Reveler. All Grand Revelers—Jeff Palmquist (GR I), … [Read more...] about Grand Revelers’ Conclave
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Kern Studio on the World Stage in New York Pride celebration
After World Pride New York is over on June 30, our King of Mardi Gras float builders, Kern Studios, will have been showcased to the world with three entries in the World Pride March. Mardi Gras meets Pride has been long overdue especially in the Big Apple. Netflix’s Queer Eye, MAC Cosmetics, and the New Orleans Tourism and Marketing Corporation (NOTMC) will have … [Read more...] about Kern Studio on the World Stage in New York Pride celebration
The “Official” Dish July 2, 2019
Dear Ambush Nation, Voting in the 31st Annual Gay Appreciation Awards is still underway and we are on pace to break all records. Votes have been pouring in from all over the Gulf South in support of the honorable nominees of the 2019 GAA’s. Voting will continue until midnight on July 9th so be sure to go online and cast your vote for your favorite nominees at … [Read more...] about The “Official” Dish July 2, 2019
Barry Rutherford
On Saturday, June 22, Dr. William Barron “Barry” Rutherford, loving brother and friend, passed away at the age of 71. Barry was born on April 29, 1948, in Shreveport, LA, to Horace and Jacqueline Rutherford. He received his B.A., M.A., and finally his Ph.D. in Secondary Education. He taught in various secondary and elementary schools during his … [Read more...] about Barry Rutherford
Lee “Bunny” Brasseaux
Long-time French Quarter resident Lee “Bunny” Brasseaux passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 17. He was 58. He was born January 1, 1961, to Roy and Marjorie (Duhon) Brasseaux. He was a native of Abbeville but resided for over 30 years in his beloved adopted city of New Orleans. Preceded in death by his parents, he is survived by a brother, Roy “Joey” … [Read more...] about Lee “Bunny” Brasseaux
Larry Bagneris, Jr. To Receive Lifetime Achievement Award
Larry Bagneris, Jr. will receive the Award for Lifetime Achievement at the 31st annual Gay Appreciation Awards. A native of New Orleans, Larry Bagneris began his Civil Rights activities at the age of 16 as a student at St. Augustine High School. He took part in pickets in front of Maison Blanche Department Store protesting the Jim Crow policies of the retail giant. He … [Read more...] about Larry Bagneris, Jr. To Receive Lifetime Achievement Award
Introducing the 2019 Nominees for the New “Advocate for Transgender Rights” Gay Appreciation Award
Most members of the LGBTQ community would agree that it isn’t easy being different, but it’s certainly gotten better over the last 50 years. That being said, the need to protect transgender rights has never been more urgent or important than it is now. That’s why this year we’ve added a new Gay Appreciation Award titled “Advocate for Transgender Rights” in order to raise … [Read more...] about Introducing the 2019 Nominees for the New “Advocate for Transgender Rights” Gay Appreciation Award
“Strange Bedfellows Make Politics: New Orleans LGBTQ Political History” premieres June 27
The New Orleans Coalition has announced the premiere of “Strange Bedfellows Make Politics: New Orleans LGBTQ Political History” on Thursday, June 27. The production is a multimedia, one-man show written and performed by Roberts Batson. Curtain is at 6:30 pm at Café Istanbul Theater, 2372 St. Claude Avenue, There is no admission charge, but seating is limited, so reservations … [Read more...] about “Strange Bedfellows Make Politics: New Orleans LGBTQ Political History” premieres June 27
Grand Reveler Conclave Set for June 20
The Mystik Krewe de Rue Royale Revelers’ inaugural Conclave of Grand Revelers will be held on the evening of June 20 at the home of Krewe founder and Lord of Misrule Frank Perez. Jeff Palmquist (GR I), Will Antill (GR II), Felicia Phillips (GR IV), and Frank Perez (GR V) (Rip Naquin, GR III, passed away in 2017) will cloister to deliberate the selection of Grand Reveler … [Read more...] about Grand Reveler Conclave Set for June 20
Events on LGBT+ History During Pride Month
June 19—“The Rainbow Fleur de Lis: A History of LGBT+ New Orleans.” Lecture by Frank Perez. 6:00pm, Alvar Branch of the New Orleans Public Library, 913 Alvar St. Perez is President of the LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana. June 23—Author Robert Fieseler speaks at St. George’s Episcopal Church about the Up Stairs Lounge Fire. Noon, 4600, St. Charles … [Read more...] about Events on LGBT+ History During Pride Month
