The Notebook, now playing at the Fabulous Fox Theatre through November 16, is more than a love story. It’s a reminder of how deep connection can last, even when memory fades. Based on Nicholas Sparks’ novel, this stage version could have felt predictable. Instead, it’s beautifully done. The direction by Michael Greif and Schele Williams…
Theatre Review: Prince Faggot Isn’t Here to Shock You
Imagine someone tells you they’re writing a play about the heir to the British throne being a homosexual, complete with nudity. You’d brace for cliché: the easy satire, the tired provocation, the self-aware wink that so often passes for queer transgression. Prince Faggot is none of that. It’s precise, intelligent, and one of the best…
SIRenity Closed Out Their Sixth Season on Sunday
On Sunday, SIRenity closed out their sixth season by treating their members and guests to a brunch drag show featuring an all-Miss Gay Missouri America cast. The lovable Trixie LaRue was a lively emcee, and the queens put on top-notch performances. Having spent many summer days there, it was strange seeing the pool empty, and…
OUTCRY, Really Me, A Man With Sole and more queer films featured at SLIFF 2025
By Ethan Tarantella Alongside the major studio projects, locally produced films and potential Oscar contenders at the 34th Annual Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival (SLIFF) are a number of independent queer documentaries. Some have been screened at festivals as big as Sundance, others are just starting their festival run, but all are worthy of…
Get Ready to Turn It Up at AMPLIFY THE ARCH!
A one-of-a-kind celebration made BY and FOR queer youth here in St. Louis Coming January 2026, Amplify the Arch: A Conference BY and FOR Queer Youth will mark the first city-wide gathering of its kind, created with and for LGBTQ+ high-school students across the Greater St. Louis area. This free, one-day celebration of queer creativity,…
Theater Review: Bat Boy Comes Out of the Cave
It’s hard to imagine a better Halloween pairing than a cape, a mask, and a seat at Bat Boy: The Musical. Presented as a gala concert at New York City Center, this revival reminded everyone why the institution remains one of New York’s most joyous theatrical homes. It’s the place where forgotten, too-weird, or too-brilliant…
A Conversation with a Legend: Lady Bunny Returns to St. Louis with “Bunny Butchers Broadway”
What started as a formal interview with drag legend Lady Bunny quickly turned into a miniature version of Inside The Actor’s Studio between myself and one of the inspirations behind my own drag career. We talked about the craft of creating a show like her new tour, wigs, and the art of keeping our…
Keenelan: A Poetic St. Louis Love Story
Cami Thomas brings her whole self to her artwork, always. She’s a Black queer St. Louisan and her work lives in that intersection. Her latest film, Keenelan, reflects all this and is also a universal story — a meditation on love in all its messy glory, in which anyone can see themselves reflected. After touring…
Fall Into Queer New York
The world really doesn’t need another “Best Three days in New York City” page. That being said, I’m gonna give you my twist on some good ideas anyway — because this one’s especially for the queers. You can follow up with General Google’s, but here are my curated tips. And if you find yourself completely…
Celebrated, Grammy nominated legend Marilyn Maye to perform her musical tribute to Johnny Carson on November 19th
The Cabaret Project of St. Louis and Max & Louie Productions present the legendary Marilyn Maye on Wednesday, November 19, at 7 pm at The Sheldon Concert Hall. Marilyn Maye was called a “Super-Singer” by Johnny Carson himself and appeared on The Tonight Show 76 times – a show record for singers! 2025 marks the…