George Michael has admitted that his past indiscretions had prevented him from defending the rights of LGBT youngsters and that he now wants to make amends to the gay young people he’s let down. He told BANG Showbiz, “It’s really a matter of thinking what can I do to contribute as a gay man, because…
Over the years, the San Diego LGBT community has enjoyed the music of several gay men’s singing groups. It’s worth noting the city and our community has also been fortunate enough to have the San Diego Women’s Chorus to listen to. The San Diego Women’s Chorus’ history stretches back to 1987, so these gals have…
GALLERY REVIEW San Diego International Airport Arts Program art.san.org As part of a regular series I aim to identify unlikely places around the city where you can see art, both intentional and otherwise. We obviously all know that art can be found in museums, galleries, street fairs and theatres, but did you know you can…
When two writers on The Carol Burnett Show created Thelma Harper – better known as Mama, the cranky, acid-tongued curmudgeon with brutally honest observations about life – little did they know it would change Vicki Lawrence’s career. “She was written as a one-time sketch by two of the writers on Carol’s show,” Lawrence told the…
Milk, directed by Gus Van Sant and starring Sean Penn, has been voted the film with the best depiction of LGBT lives from the last decade by Stonewall’s online supporters. Milk, made in 2008, portrays the story of Harvey Milk and his struggles as a gay activist, his fight for gay rights and becoming California’s…
The Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) has announced it will honor Golden Globe-winning actress Kim Cattrall at the 22nd annual GLAAD Media Awards in San Francisco. She will receive the Golden Gate Award at the ceremony on Saturday, May 14. “Kim Cattrall has not only grown acceptance of our community through storylines on…
Matt Alber knew he wanted to be a singer at a young age, performing in a children’s choir in fourth grade. After performing in many singing groups since then, including high school glee clubs, college chorus and professional touring groups, he is venturing on his own as a solo artist. He performs in San Diego,…
It’s hard to believe, but there are art-oriented events, openings and receptions happening in San Diego every weekend of the year, something new to see and do in the visual and performing arts almost every day all over the city. Here are just a few that open or close in the coming weeks that are…
Acclaimed writer Tom Spanbauer returns to San Diego to conduct Dangerous Writing, his legendary workshop for aspiring writers. Spanbauer is the author of The Man Who Fell In Love With The Moon and Now Is The Hour. His writing is notable for its combination of a fresh and lyrical prose style with solid storytelling. His…
As part of their 25th Anniversary Year, Diversionary Theatre stages the world premiere of the historic drama Dooley, opening May 5. The show tells the story of Doctor Tom Dooley, a young gay charismatic Navy officer and his life’s work in the stark reality of the Cold War and the refugee camps of South East…
