LGBTQ news and entertainment
Some news stories for you on this oh-so-sunny Saturday in Las Vegas:
• LGBTQ Nation: This gay dad (above) went viral for his honest reflection on raising a straight son.
• Pink News: Leviticus, an Australian queer supernatural horror-romance film, is being called the best queer horror film of the year. In U.S. theaters now. Continue reading “Gay Dad Goes Viral On Raising Straight Son + More News”
In the new season of Finding Fire Island, Emmy/Tony/Grammy Award-winner Billy Porter opens up to filmmaker Jess Rothschild about his experiences on Fire Island, the legendary LGBTQ vacation destination that has long served as a haven for queer culture and community.
In the documentary’s third episode (available now), Porter reflects on his time visiting the island and admits he spent time in one of Fire Island’s most famous locations: the Meat Rack. Continue reading “Billy Porter Reflects On Fire Island, The Meat Rack + More”
Happy Tuesday! Some news stories I thought worth your time:
• Variety: “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” is coming to the Sphere in Las Vegas sometime in 2027. Sphere Studios will use its signature immersive technology to enhance the 1975 cult classic as it did with “The Wizard of Oz,” which has sold more than 3 million tickets since opening in 2025.
• New Music: Out country music artist Chris Housman makes it clear with his fun new music video – he doesn’t want a cowboy, he wants a “Cowman.” Continue reading “‘Rocky Horror’ Coming To Sphere Las Vegas + New Music From Chris Housman + More”
Check out the trailer for Season 2 of Finding Fire Island, the GLAAD-nominated documentary series and the first to document the history of Cherry Grove and The Fire Island Pines.
Created, executive produced, and narrated by Jess Rothschild, Finding Fire Island takes us behind the curtain of the mystique and lore of Fire Island and talks to folks who experienced the gay mecca’s evolution from the 1950s to today. Continue reading “Trailer: ‘Finding Fire Island’ Season 2”
Happy Monday! Some news items to start your week:
• Washington Blade: Inside the lonely world of MAGA gay men. I found this to be a very interesting dive into gay Trump supporters, how they justify their views, and how it all plays in their love lives.
• Gayety: Pride House Los Angeles/West Hollywood presented a 25th anniversary screening of the groundbreaking queer film The Broken Hearts Club on Saturday night. The pre-screening Q&A brought together co-stars Billy Porter and Zach Braff, and writer-director Greg Berlanti – who all had stories to tell. Continue reading “The World Of Gay MAGA Men + ‘The Broken Hearts Club’ Reunion + More”
Tony Award winners Billy Porter & Idina Menzel shine bright in this big band update of “I Got My Love to Keep Me Warm.”
The duo serves up fierce holiday magic accompanied by back-up dancers and sparkles, sparkles, sparkles. Continue reading “Christmas Music: Idina Menzel & Billy Porter “I’ve Got My Love To Keep Me Warm””
Some news items for your Sunday:
• BroadwayWorld: Broadway’s Cabaret revival will close a month earlier than previously announced. Additionally, the show’s current “Emcee” – Tony winner Billy Porter (above) – will not appear in the remainder of the run due to a case of sepsis.
The production’s two alternates for the role, Marty Lauter and David Merino, who have delivered strong performances throughout the run, will share the role for the final performances. Continue reading “Broadway’s CABARET To Close Early + More News”
Billy Porter twirls into the season with his festive take on the holiday classic, “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas.” Continue reading “Christmas Music: Billy Porter ‘Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas’”
Some news items you might have missed: • CNN: A record number of ballots (252,000) have been cast in Georgia’s first day of early voting, according to Gabe Sterling of the Georgia secretary of state’s office. The previous first day record was 136,000 in 2020. Continue reading “Record 1st Day Voting In Georgia + Billy Porter Says ‘LEAP’ + More News”
Some news items you might have missed: • Trailer: The powers that be behind the upcoming film adaptation of the mega-musical WICKED have dropped a second official trailer. Looks fantastic. Opens November 22. Continue reading “New WICKED Trailer, Music From Billy Porter + More News”