In 2013, during the 40th Anniversary of the deadly Up Stairs Lounge Arson (one of the most significant, yet often overlooked events in LGBT history), Camina Entertainment publicly announced the production of Upstairs Inferno, a comprehensive and compassionate documentary recounting (what was) the “Largest Gay Mass Murder in U.S. History”. Today, Camina Entertainment proudly … [Read more...] about Upstairs Inferno is Now Available on DVD and Blu- Ray
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Obituary: Marsha Naquin-Delain
Marsha Naquin-Delain, as he was known to his many friends in the New Orleans community, died at his residence on Thursday, December 14, 2017. Born Marion M. Greeson in Baton Rouge, LA on June 17, 1953, he was a resident of New Orleans since 1985. He was the spouse of the late Robert J. “Rip” Naquin, who preceded him in death on August 8, 2017. He is the son of James Greeson Sr. … [Read more...] about Obituary: Marsha Naquin-Delain
Change in Leadership at BreakOUT!
Seven years after founding BreakOUT!, Co-Director Wes Ware is stepping down. According to Ware, “As a white, queer, transgender Southerner, I set out in 2011 with the hope and intention of growing the organization and transitioning leadership after five years. I firmly believed as I continue to believe that our liberation is tied up together. That none of us will be free … [Read more...] about Change in Leadership at BreakOUT!
The Official Dish
As we approach publication of the final edition of Ambush for 2017 we were all shocked and saddened to hear of the death of Marsha. There are very few times when I am left speechless, at a complete loss for words. I had known Rip and Marty for many years, I have watched the growth and development and success of Ambush over the years, during the negotiations to acquire the … [Read more...] about The Official Dish
Frank Perez to Teach Professional Tour-Guiding and French Quarter History at DCC
Ambush columnist and local historian Frank Perez will be teaching three courses at Delgado Community College this semester. Professional Tour-Guiding 1 is designed to train and prepare students for the New Orleans Tour Guide Permit exam. It is also a great way to gain skills in the tourism industry as well as detailed knowledge of the city of New Orleans. Students … [Read more...] about Frank Perez to Teach Professional Tour-Guiding and French Quarter History at DCC
The Official Dish
Well, 2017 is behind us, finally. The City is at once winding down from the food and booze bacchanal party that has come to be the Holidays in New Orleans. By most accounts, it was a successful and memorable time for locals and visitors alike. Reflecting on what was by all accounts a momentous year, 2017 laid the groundwork for and gives us the great opportunity and … [Read more...] about The Official Dish
CrescentCare Sets $4 Million Goal For New Comprehensive Health Center
54,000 Square Foot Health Home at 1631 Elysian Fields is Being Constructed to Revolutionize Health Outcomes in New Orleans. January 10th 2018 – CrescentCare, a Federally Qualified Health Center which grew out of the NO/AIDS Task Force, has grown at an exponential pace in the past few years. To meet growing need, the agency made plans to build a new health center which will … [Read more...] about CrescentCare Sets $4 Million Goal For New Comprehensive Health Center
Friday Night before Mardi Gras Announcement
Dear Supporters, FNBMG Ball Attendees, and Friends, We are writing to inform you that the Friday Night Before Mardi Gras Board has made the difficult decision to cancel our 2018 Ball. We are going to take this Carnival season to think about how best to serve you, the community, and continue the organization in the tradition in which it was founded. We determined that, … [Read more...] about Friday Night before Mardi Gras Announcement
New Orleans to host 5th Annual Stonewall Sports National Tournament
The annual Stonewall Sports National Tournament & Summit is on the move! Hosted in Washington, D.C. for the past four years, Stonewall Sports is excited to announce that the 5th Annual Stonewall Sports National Tournament & Summit will be hosted in New Orleans, Louisiana, July 13-15, 2018. Each year, the Stonewall Sports National Tournament & Summit has … [Read more...] about New Orleans to host 5th Annual Stonewall Sports National Tournament
George Dureau and Robert Mapplethorpe at Arthur Roger Gallery
The Arthur Roger Gallery is pleased to present, in collaboration with the Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation, an exhibition of photographs by Robert Mapplethorpe and George Dureau. The exhibition will be on view at Arthur Roger@434, located at 434 Julia Street, from January 6 – February 17, 2018. This exhibition is presented concurrent to the New Orleans Triennial, Prospect.4: The … [Read more...] about George Dureau and Robert Mapplethorpe at Arthur Roger Gallery
