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Tom and Lorenzo review 'Bad Gays'

Huw Lemmey and Ben Miller, hosts of a popular podcast, take a look at history through the lens of problematic gay figures.

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Tian Richards: 'Tom Swift' highlights LGBTQ, Black issues

Tian Richards: 'Tom Swift' highlights LGBTQ, Black issues | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

"Tom Swift" star Tian Richards said the CW adaptation of the Edward Stratemeyer books updates them with themes relevant to Black and LGBTQ characters and viewers.

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The ‘happening’ aspect of Delhi comes to life at night when the streets are empty and the unadventurous population of the world has gone to sleep.

The only trouble is, most of us don’t know where the hidden party places and chilling zones are in the city or what they have to offer! And guys, that’s not where it ends. There are spots for photography, stargazing, ghost walks and so much more! We’ve put together for you a complete synopsis of the rocking nightlife in Delhi that can help you the next time you venture out into the dark streets of the city.

P.S: This piece has an experience for every kind of a night crawlers. Be it the party animal or the party pooper, the crazy rider or hungry soul! You might want to start planning right away. Read More...

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Peacock's Queer as Folk Reboot Reflects Changing Diversity

Peacock's Queer as Folk Reboot Reflects Changing Diversity | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

The original US version of Queer as Folk that premiered in 2000 didn't face the same call for diversity that the new reboot promises to provide.

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‘Close,’ a Devastating Film About Young Queerness, Has Audiences Bawling in Cannes

‘Close,’ a Devastating Film About Young Queerness, Has Audiences Bawling in Cannes | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

The latest from Belgian filmmaker Lukas Dhont is far less exploitative than his previous “Girl,” capturing an intimate relationship between two young boys that takes a tragic turn.

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A Guide to Pride Month Content on TV: Live Streams of Pride Parades and More

A Guide to Pride Month Content on TV: Live Streams of Pride Parades and More | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

June marks Pride Month, and the history and achievements of LGBTQ communities will be celebrated across the TV landscape with series and specials, including live streaming coverage of Pride parades in Los Angeles and New York. In addition to a slew of new content tied to Pride month, older titles centered on queer people and

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Comedian Margaret Cho Joins Comedy Fest Lineup

Comedian Margaret Cho Joins Comedy Fest Lineup | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

It’s a “full go” for the return of a live and in-person Lucille Ball Comedy Festival. The National Comedy Center announced that comedian Margaret Cho has joined the lineup, performing live Thursday, Aug. 4. Cho joins comedian Jeff Foxworthy, and Saturday Night Live legends David Spade, Rob Schneider and Kevin Nealon for three consecutive nights […]

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NewFest Announces Full Lineup For The Second Annual ‘NewFest Pride’ Series

NewFest Announces Full Lineup For The Second Annual ‘NewFest Pride’ Series | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

NewFest, the New York film and media organizations has announced the full lineup for its second annual NewFest Pride event – a summer film series returning this year from June 2-6 in a hybrid…

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Kevin Bacon Stars in Peacock's They/Them LGBTQ Horror Movie

Kevin Bacon Stars in Peacock's They/Them LGBTQ Horror Movie | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

In They/Them, Kevin Bacon and Carrie Preston play a couple who runs Whistler Camp, a conversion therapy camp for LGBTQ teens, where a killer starts picking off victims

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‘The Adventures Of Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert’ Being Rereleased

‘The Adventures Of Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert’ Being Rereleased | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Iconic Events Releasing is kicking off Pride Month on June 2 with a nationwide rerelease of MGM’s Oscar-winning movie The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Released in 1994, the Stephan…

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Musical ‘A Strange Loop’ leads the 2022 Tony nominations, with 11 nods

Musical ‘A Strange Loop’ leads the 2022 Tony nominations, with 11 nods | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

The nominations for the 75th Tony Awards were announced Monday morning.

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How a Debut Graphic Memoir Became the Most Banned Book in the Country

How a Debut Graphic Memoir Became the Most Banned Book in the Country | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Maia Kobabe’s book “Gender Queer,” about coming out as nonbinary, landed the author at the center of a battle over which books belong in schools, and who gets to make that decision.

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In Short, Europe: Loving Encounters review – a festival of the springy and succinct

In Short, Europe: Loving Encounters review – a festival of the springy and succinct | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Small and mostly sweet, this film selection buoys us up in the wake of the pandemic with an upbeat view of relationships

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2022 Is the Year of the LGBTQ+ RomCom Renaissance

2022 Is the Year of the LGBTQ+ RomCom Renaissance | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

During Universal Picture’s CinemaCon presentation, comedian Billy Eichner (Billy on the Street, Difficult People) presented a first look at his upcoming gay romantic comedy Bros.

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Semler makes waves in Christian music

Semler makes waves in Christian music | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Semler grew up as the kid of a priest. Now they are making music about their life and the rejection they faced in the church.

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Taylor Bennett takes pride in attending LGBTQ festivals

Taylor Bennett takes pride in attending LGBTQ festivals | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Taylor Bennett has spent half of his life attending pride festivals with the bulk of them in his native Chicago.

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‘I Would Love to Sing Lucia’: A Male Soprano Comes Into His Own

‘I Would Love to Sing Lucia’: A Male Soprano Comes Into His Own | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Samuel Mariño, a singer with a rare voice type in opera, is making his Decca album debut with a glimpse at a more gender-fluid future.

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Pakistani movie ‘Joyland’ wins Cannes ‘Queer Palm’ award

Pakistani movie ‘Joyland’ wins Cannes ‘Queer Palm’ award | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

A Pakistani movie featuring a daring portrait of a transgender dancer on Friday won the Cannes “Queer Palm” prize for best LGBT, “queer” or feminist-themed movie, the jury head told AFP.

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‘Secret City,’ an Epic Narrative History of the Closet in the Capital

‘Secret City,’ an Epic Narrative History of the Closet in the Capital | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

James Kirchick’s new book tallies the cost of homophobia on lives and careers in Washington, D.C., from the days of F.D.R. to the Clinton presidency.

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Peacock releases the first trailer for Queer as Folk revival

Peacock releases the first trailer for Queer as Folk revival | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

A new generation of gay men and their LGBT loved ones are ready to shine in the first trailer for Peacock's Queer as Folk revival series.

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‘Trevor: The Musical’ Sets Disney+ Premiere Date

‘Trevor: The Musical’ Sets Disney+ Premiere Date | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

A filmed version of the critically lauded Off Broadway production Trevor: The Musical will debut exclusively on Disney+ Friday, June 24. Produced by RadicalMedia, Trevor: The Musical follows 13-year-old Trevor (winningly played by newcomer Holden William Hagelberger) as he navigates

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Never Natalie: A LGBTQIA+ Novel by A.J. Walkley

Never Natalie: A LGBTQIA+ Novel by A.J. Walkley | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

A.J. Walkley is raising funds for Never Natalie: A LGBTQIA+ Novel on Kickstarter! Natalie knew something was different since she was 5 years old, but didn’t have the words to talk about it. Until now.

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Tony Awards 2022: Black Queer Broadway Show "A Strange Loop" Lead Nominations

Tony Awards 2022: Black Queer Broadway Show "A Strange Loop" Lead Nominations | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

And its star, L Morgan Lee, became the first trans performer to be nominated for a Tony.

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Under the Banner of Heaven Creator Dustin Lance Black Explores the Relationship Between Faith and Violence

Under the Banner of Heaven Creator Dustin Lance Black Explores the Relationship Between Faith and Violence | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

The screenwriter talks with Them about faith, violence, and extremism.

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She Who Became the Sun becomes first Australian novel nominated for Hugo Award

She Who Became the Sun becomes first Australian novel nominated for Hugo Award | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Shelley Parker-Chan’s queer reimagining of 14th-century Chinese history has made them the first Australian nominated for the Hugo Award for Best Novel.

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‘I want to create a lesbian mecca’: Iman Qureshi on her play about a glorious women’s choir

‘I want to create a lesbian mecca’: Iman Qureshi on her play about a glorious women’s choir | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

After seeing how moved gay men were by The Inheritance, the playwright wanted to write something that would strike a chord with women – so came up with The Ministry of Lesbian Affairs

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