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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
In one of my last pieces, “Art in the Age of Disillusionment,” I mentioned “The Exodus from the Machine,” a phrase echoing the idea of The Great Unplugged. It’s a cultural undercurrent pulling Gen X away from the digital noise and back into the arts. And it’s not just them. Young Millennials, Zoomers, and even the emerging Alphas are…
The 22nd annual Art of PAWS & People, presented by Purina, returns Friday, November 1 at The Gatsby Ballroom at The Alverne. The beloved fundraiser pairs art, pets, and purpose to raise critical funds for Vivent Health’s Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) program, ensuring that people living with HIV in St. Louis never have to choose between caring for…
Who said it ever really went away? Let’s first define what we’re talking about. Maximalist interior design is the art of collecting and layering objects—things inherited or gathered over time. For some, this might veer into hoarding territory, but it doesn’t have to be that extreme. Maximalism is the opposite of minimalism, which is known…
On Sunday, November 2, SIRenity closes out its sixth season with a brunch featuring an all-star Miss Gay Missouri America cast. The show, which will be hosted by Trixie LaRue and co-hosted by Akasha Royale, features forever MGMAs Vivian Versace, Tajma Stetson, and Tumara Mahorning, as well as reigning MGMA Penelope Booze. Brunch will be served at…
A powerful new documentary titled I Am is gaining attention not only for its emotional storytelling but for the remarkable journey it captures—one of survival, resilience, and human connection in the face of unspeakable trauma and anti-LGBTQ+ bias. The 2025 film, produced by 17-year-old twin brothers Ethan and Aidan Sinconis of Arizona, tells the…
