Politics, pop culture and entertainment news of interest to the LGBTQ community
Some news items you might have missed:
• Instinct Magazine: After Jimmy Kimmel became inquisitive about Jason Momoa’s Hawaiian malo that he’s been seen rocking recently, the action star didn’t pause to strip out of his purple silk suit and show off his ASSets. Continue reading “Jason Momoa Shows Off His ASSets + More News”
Via YouTube: “A special dance collaboration captured on the precipice of a consequential midterm election. Sharing and finding strength together before we head to the polls. Celebrate with us! Then let’s vote, ya’ll!” Continue reading “Daily Dance: “Right Side Of History””
Justin Timberlake (image via Depositphotos)Some news items you might have missed:
• Out: In a recent episode of the podcast And That’s What You REALLY Missed, GLEE creator Ryan Murphy revealed the role of Mr. Schuester (played by Matthew Morrison) was originally written with Justin Timberlake in mind. And the character was conceived as a meth addict… Continue reading “GLEE Was Written With Justin Timberlake In Mind + More News”
In my latest podcast episode, I chat with out writer/director Dan Watt about his new documentary, “Everybody Dance.” The film – a joyous, inspiring celebration of art and ambition – follows Bonnie Schlachte’s Ballet For All Kids dance studio in California.
As the name says, the studio teaches dance to all kids: all ages, all abilities and disabilities – including those with special needs like cerebral palsy or on the autistic spectrum. Continue reading ““Everybody Dance” Celebrates Joy Of Disabled Kids Who Dance”
Vik White (via Instagram)I’ve been checking out Vik White’s dance vids for a while, and I can see why he’s got over 2.4 million followers. The guy can throw down! Continue reading “Daily Dance: Vik White”
Barry Williams on ‘The Brady Hour’ (screen capture)I want everyone to groove into the weekend like Greg Brady (Barry Williams) from this sequence from the 1970s variety show The Brady Hour. Continue reading “Daily Dance: Groove Into The Weekend Like Greg Brady”
(photo: Michael Parker)A few years ago, my good friend Michael Parker came to Las Vegas with a really talented group of dancers, and I was flattered to be asked to teach a master class on Fosse-style. Continue reading “Fosse-Style And Remembering I Love To Dance”
The first all-male team on the uber-popular UK competition Strictly Come Dancing brought serious heat and heart to their oh-so-romantic rumba this weekend. Continue reading “‘Strictly Come Dancing’ Duo Serves Oh-So-Romantic Rumba”
The Kinjaz serve up some smooth moves for a little Daily Dance action.
Choreographed by Pat Cruz, he’s joined in the clip by Vinh Nguyen and Bam Martin.
And yep, those dulcet tones are by Janet Jackson on ‘Got Til It’s Gone.’
(screen capture)American Dance Machine for the 21st Century has released its latest virtual video, “Cool” from West Side Story, performed by 10 talented dancers around New York City.
“Cool” was directed by Tony Award nominee Joshua Bergasse, with choreography by Jerome Robbins recreated by Robert La Fosse.
Bergasse has staged for ADM21 include “20th Century Fox Mambo” which Josh created for the hit NBC series “Smash,” and “The Great Lover” pas de deux for the 2014 revival of On The Town which was originally choreographed by Jerome Robbins, the revival for which Josh received his first Tony nomination.
Back in December, ADM21 released its first virtual video, “The Music and the Mirror” from A Chorus Line, performed by 27 singer/dancers coached by Tony Award winner Donna McKechnie.