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Robert Patrick's JUDAS Next Up At Phoenix Theatre Ensemble

Robert Patrick's JUDAS Next Up At Phoenix Theatre Ensemble | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Phoenix Theatre Ensemble announces that Robert Patrick's drama, Judas, starring Josh Tyson in the title role, will start performances on April 27 and will run for 22 performances through May 13 at The Wild Project at 195 East 3rd Street in NYC.

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Troye Sivan: ‘There’s power in living openly while being gay’

Troye Sivan: ‘There’s power in living openly while being gay’ | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

With his Madonna referencing music and porn star-featuring video, the vlogger turned musician is redefining what it is to be a male pop star

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What I Learned from Writing a Play About My Transition

What I Learned from Writing a Play About My Transition | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it
We spoke to Mashuq Mushtaq Deen about his new play 'Draw the Circle,' which tells the story of his transition from the perspective of his family.
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Photo Flash: Richard Skipper: For He's A Jolly Good Fellow!

Photo Flash: Richard Skipper: For He's A Jolly Good Fellow! | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it
The stars came out for prominent entertainment personality, Richard Skipper, Sunday, February 11, in celebration of the celebrator - his birthday. Producer RUSS WOOLLEY gathered some stunning talent to serenade the host with the most at the Laurie Beechman Theatre on 42nd Street with songs and stories bringing on laughter, tears, and a lots of applause.
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John Barrowman Returns To London In Seth Rudetsky's Broadway @ Leicester Square Theatre

John Barrowman Returns To London In Seth Rudetsky's Broadway @ Leicester Square Theatre | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

International theatre and TV star John Barrowman MBE returns to perform in London in Seth Rudetsky's Broadway @ Leicester Square Theatre concert series for 3 intimate performances produced by Mark Cortale.

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Runaways, Black Lightning, and a new kind of LGBT representation

Runaways, Black Lightning, and a new kind of LGBT representation | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it
Are we entering a brand new era of LGBTQ+ representation?
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The unashamedly queer, feminist, and intersectional play you need to see

The unashamedly queer, feminist, and intersectional play you need to see | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Jen Silverman’s Collective Rage explores what can happen when women of all kinds reject the categorisations so often thrust upon them

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Gap Launches 'Archive Reissue - Logo Remix' Collection with Original Film and Remixed Musical Track

Gap Launches 'Archive Reissue - Logo Remix' Collection with Original Film and Remixed Musical Track | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Gap, the iconic American clothing brand, today announces the launch of Gap 'Archive Reissue – Logo Remix,' a collection of apparel for men and women highlighting one of the most recognized logos in the world. For almost 50 years, the Gap logo has represented the heritage of the Gap brand and its relevance in culture. To celebrate its evolution, the 'Logo Remix' collection includes signature Gap styles, including tees, sweatshirts, and rugby shirts, thoughtfully designed with logos from throughout the decades.

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Centre Stage London Presents Love Happens Here - An LGBTQIA+ Cabaret During LGBT History Month

Centre Stage London Presents Love Happens Here - An LGBTQIA+ Cabaret During LGBT History Month | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it
Like the LGBTQ+ community, their soundtrack is vast and diverse. Join Centre Stage London as they present a selection of music celebrating LGBTQ History Month, community and love in all its forms. From dance classics from big-voiced divas to soul searching slow jams that mirror struggles with self-acceptance and social rejection. Centre Stage London is proud of our LGBTQI members and the connection we have with this vibrant community and is excited to celebrate a message of hope, acceptance, activism and love in Love Happens Here- An LGBTQI Cabaret.
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Holland Releases Debut Single 'Neverland' as The First Gay K-pop Idol

Holland Releases Debut Single 'Neverland' as The First Gay K-pop Idol | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Holland released his first single "Neverland" on Sunday, putting same-sex love front-and-center.

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Rupert Everett on 'The Happy Prince': An "Extremely Human" Fall of an LGBT Icon

Rupert Everett on 'The Happy Prince': An "Extremely Human" Fall of an LGBT Icon | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

He stars in his directorial debut, a "warts-and-all" biopic of Oscar Wilde’s tragic final years that Scott Rudin once championed and a string of helmers turned down before the Brit actor stepped behind the camera himself: "That was obviously a tough sell."

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‘It was an electric time to be gay’: Sarah Waters on 20 years of Tipping the Velvet

‘It was an electric time to be gay’: Sarah Waters on 20 years of Tipping the Velvet | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it
At 28 years old, Waters spent an exhilarating year writing a groundbreaking lesbian romance set in Victorian England. Two decades on, she marvels at her daring
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RUSS WOOLLEY proudly presents “A RICHARD SKIPPER BIRTHDAY BASH ” –On Richard’s actual Birthday!!

RUSS WOOLLEY proudly presents  “A RICHARD SKIPPER BIRTHDAY BASH ” –On Richard’s actual Birthday!! | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

To celebrate and honor the birthday of NY entertainment great RICHARD SKIPPER, Russ Woolley has assembled a great “secret and surprise” cast to entertain and honor our dear friend… RICHARD SKIPPER has become synonymous with “feel good entertainment of the highest quality”. For decades Richard has entertained thousands and celebrated the careers of many of Theatre Row’s finest and most honored stars…  It is now our turn to honor RICHARD SKIPPER on his actual birthday… The afternoon will prove to be an event where all will arrive and leave with smiles!   Richard has no idea of the line-up so this will be similar to the old-fashioned TV specials and series where we get to chat with and honor this very giving man, RICHARD SKIPPER…

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A painful coming-of-age debut novel of a gay teen whose family is sundered by suicide

A painful coming-of-age debut novel of a gay teen whose family is sundered by suicide | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it
The debut novel from Patrick Nathan tackles difficult issues and ends with a road trip to Los Angeles, swinging between successful and not.
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Outfest Announces Lineup for the 2018 Outfest Fusion LGBT People of Color Film Festival

Outfest Announces Lineup for the 2018 Outfest Fusion LGBT People of Color Film Festival | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Tickets are now on sale for the 2018 #OutfestFusion LGBTQ People of Color Film Festival!

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BROAD COMEDY: LGBT Life Made Social (PinkieB.com)

BROAD COMEDY: LGBT Life Made Social (PinkieB.com) | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Ever wonder what would happen if SNL & “Full Frontal with Samantha Bee” had a child and hired Tim Minchin as the manny? We have the answer! Broad Comedy has been producing snarky, provocative and lovable all-women’s comedy and musical-satire since 2001. Internationally touring, award-winning, and with YouTube hits reaching in the millions, Broad Comedy has now made the SoHo Playhouse home!

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Guys Reading Poems - Digital Platform Release Set for Feb 20, 2018

Guys Reading Poems - Digital Platform Release Set for Feb 20, 2018 | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it
Hunter Lee Hughes’ ingenious feature film, Guys Reading Poems is a majestic, all-embracing account of how a vulnerable young boy learns to glibly mold his childhood suffering into art, tenderness and creative literature.
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Desperado LGBT Film Fest Coming to Paradise Valley Feb. 9 to 11

Desperado LGBT Film Fest Coming to Paradise Valley Feb. 9 to 11 | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Here's what to expect at the 2018 Desperado LGBT Film Festival at Paradise Valley Community College.

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Oscar front-runner 'Fantastic Woman' tells an illuminating transgender story

Oscar front-runner 'Fantastic Woman' tells an illuminating transgender story | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

The Spanish-language movie — nominated for the best-foreign-language film Academy Award — is a hypnotic, heart-rending meditation on grief and otherness, following a young transgender waitress named Marina (trans actress Daniela Vega) who attempts to pick up the pieces of her shattered life after the sudden death of her much older partner, Orlando (Francisco Reyes). But her mourning is hindered by Orlando's estranged family, who passive aggressively — then violently — try to bar her from his funeral because she's trans.

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Meet Jaimie Wilson, a Transgender Activist With Guitar in Hand

Meet Jaimie Wilson, a Transgender Activist With Guitar in Hand | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

His before-and-after photos racked up 13 million views on Facebook and expanded the platform for his folk-pop music.

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Is ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ the Most Radical Show on TV?

Is ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ the Most Radical Show on TV? | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

The reality-television competition that began nine years ago has evolved to reflect an era fixated on gender and identity — and the boundary-pushing spirit of its star.

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Sundance: Chloë Grace Moretz goes to gay conversion therapy in poignant 'Miseducation'

Sundance: Chloë Grace Moretz goes to gay conversion therapy in poignant 'Miseducation' | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it
Chloë Grace Moretz stars in gay conversion drama
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Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds hopes LDS leaders will see ‘Believer,’ his film about Mormon LGBT youths

Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds hopes LDS leaders will see ‘Believer,’ his film about Mormon LGBT youths | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Park City • Rock star Dan Reynolds was once a Mormon missionary, and in a documentary that premiered at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, he declares a new mission: to urge leaders of his faith to stop shaming their LGBT members.

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Bob Smith, Pioneering Gay Comedian and Writer, Dies at 59

Bob Smith, Pioneering Gay Comedian and Writer, Dies at 59 | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it
The comedian is best known for being the first openly gay male comedian to star in his own 30-minute special on HBO.
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Tony-winning play ‘The Humans’ deals matter of factly with its gay characters

Tony-winning play ‘The Humans’ deals matter of factly with its gay characters | LGBTQ+ Movies, Theatre, FIlm & Music | Scoop.it

Stephen Karam-penned masterpiece unfolds in real time over Thanksgiving dinner

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