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
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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
Grand Revelers’ Conclave
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. Black smoke rises from the balcony at the corner of Royal and St Ann Streets indicating six more weeks of winter (just kidding) a Grand Reveler has not yet been chosen. … [Read more...] about Grand Revelers’ Conclave
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. New Orleans’ riverboat themed float in World Pride in NYC (Photo: Chris Leonard | Ambush Magazine) Netflix’s … [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
