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NYC music
fromQueerty
1 hour ago

Claybourne Elder gets personal, playful & a little creepy with a package of reimagined standards - Queerty

Claybourne Elder's debut album reimagines iconic songs, blending storytelling with humor and emotional depth for a fresh perspective on timeless classics.
#queer-cinema
Television
fromQueerty
2 days ago

The best LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming to streaming April 2026 - Queerty

April features numerous queer movies and TV shows premiering across major streaming platforms.
Television
fromQueerty
2 days ago

The best LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming to streaming April 2026 - Queerty

April features numerous queer movies and TV shows premiering across major streaming platforms.
Film
fromVulture
2 hours ago

The Twist in The Drama Is Not the Problem

The film features a controversial plot twist involving a character's past plan for a school shooting, sparking significant online speculation and backlash.
#comedy
Humor
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Oakland's "Mezcal & Mole" Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)

HellaFunny comedy night returns to Temescal with live shows at Mesa Maguey featuring 4-5 comics and a menu of Oaxacan dishes.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
9 hours ago

Oakland's Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)

HellaFunny showcases diverse comedic talent from People of Color in Oakland, promoting inclusivity and cultural connection through humor.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
9 hours ago

Oakland's Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)

HellaFunny showcases diverse comedic talent from People of Color in Oakland, promoting inclusivity and cultural connection through humor.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
9 hours ago

Oakland's Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)

HellaFunny showcases diverse comedic talent from People of Color in Oakland, promoting inclusivity and cultural connection through humor.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
9 hours ago

Oakland's Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)

HellaFunny showcases diverse comedy talent from People of Color in Oakland, promoting inclusivity and cultural connection through humor.
Humor
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Oakland's "Mezcal & Mole" Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)

HellaFunny comedy night returns to Temescal with live shows at Mesa Maguey featuring 4-5 comics and a menu of Oaxacan dishes.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
9 hours ago

Oakland's Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)

HellaFunny showcases diverse comedic talent from People of Color in Oakland, promoting inclusivity and cultural connection through humor.
#easter
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 hour ago

SF's Free Easter Monday Comedy Festival (2026)

Easter Weekend Comedy Fest in San Francisco features stand-up shows, cocktails, and vibrant energy from April 3-6.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 hour ago

SF's Free Easter Sunday Comedy Festival (2026)

Easter Weekend Comedy Fest in San Francisco features stand-up shows, cocktails, and vibrant energy from April 3-6.
fromQueerty
23 hours ago

The next Shane & Ilya? Meet the stars bringing a Heated Rivalry musical to the stage - Queerty

MarcAurele knew he had to strike while the iron was red-hot, so he got to writing, and in just three short weeks he was bringing the show to life, complete with a number that explored the inherent musicality of that bike scene and another that featured a chorus lauding 'gay hockey players with big butts' as if they were singing a church hymn.
NYC LGBT
#open-mic
fromFuncheap
2 hours ago
SF music

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event celebrating 20 years of artistic expression takes place every Thursday from 9pm to 12am at 16th & Mission BART.
fromFuncheap
2 hours ago
SF music

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event celebrating 20 years, welcoming all forms of expression every Thursday from 9pm to 12am.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 hours ago

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event has been celebrating diverse expressions in San Francisco for 19 years, welcoming all forms of art every Thursday night.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 hours ago

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event has been celebrating diverse expressions in San Francisco for 19 years, welcoming all forms of art every Thursday night.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 hours ago

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event has been celebrating diverse expressions in San Francisco for 19 years, welcoming all forms of art every Thursday night.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 hours ago

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event celebrating 20 years of artistic expression takes place every Thursday from 9pm to 12am at 16th & Mission BART.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 hours ago

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event celebrating 20 years, welcoming all forms of expression every Thursday from 9pm to 12am.
Humor
fromVulture
6 hours ago

It's Nice to See Donald Glover Be Silly Again

Donald Glover embraces whimsy as he promotes The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, showcasing his charm and humor while voicing Yoshi.
fromThe Atlantic
9 hours ago

A Marriage, Turned Into Epic Theater

Lily Allen's 'West End Girl' is an excoriating concept album about the failure of her second marriage, filled with vivid details of betrayal and personal turmoil.
London music
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago

Late-night laughs: Stand-up comedy returns to Williamsburg's Kellogg's Diner after yearlong hiatus * Brooklyn Paper

Kellogg's Diner in Williamsburg offers late-night stand-up comedy, combining food and entertainment in a unique after-hours setting.
Graphic design
fromDesign Milk
7 hours ago

F5: Alex Lerian on Live Music, a Favorite Burrito Spot, Materials + More

Alex Lerian emphasizes the importance of observation and creativity in design, advocating for intentional resets and embracing the creative void.
Berlin music
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Beyond the metronome: The emotional intelligence of ballet | amNewYork

Ballet's beauty stems from the intricate collaboration between music and dance, emphasizing trust and relational excellence among artists.
US news
fromVulture
1 day ago

Eugene Mirman Seriously Injured in Car Crash

Eugene Mirman was rescued from a serious car crash on March 31 by New Hampshire governor Kelly Ayotte and bystanders.
fromDefector
4 days ago

For Now, ABS Makes Good Theater | Defector

Under the ABS challenge system, a team begins each game with two challenges. If a player gets an umpire's call overturned, their team retains the challenge. In effect, this means a team has unlimited challenges until they get two wrong.
Boston Red Sox
#broadway
fromQueerty
2 days ago
SF LGBT

Jonathan Groff's gets his glutes spanked with an assist from Ryan Reynolds - Queerty

Independent films
fromVulture
3 days ago

Did Dog Day Afternoon Get Away With It?

The new Broadway production of Dog Day Afternoon offers a fresh interpretation, emphasizing character development and emotional depth over strict adherence to the original film.
Writing
fromVulture
4 days ago

Soon You Can Marry Mariska Hargitay on Broadway

Mariska Hargitay will take over the role from Daniel Radcliffe in the Broadway revival of Every Brilliant Thing, emphasizing themes of healing and hope.
Film
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago

Broadway review: A heist and a play go wrong in Dog Day Afternoon

Stephen Adly Guirgis's new Broadway play fails to capture the intensity of the original 1975 film about a botched bank heist.
fromQueerty
2 days ago
SF LGBT

Jonathan Groff's gets his glutes spanked with an assist from Ryan Reynolds - Queerty

Independent films
fromVulture
3 days ago

Did Dog Day Afternoon Get Away With It?

The new Broadway production of Dog Day Afternoon offers a fresh interpretation, emphasizing character development and emotional depth over strict adherence to the original film.
Writing
fromVulture
4 days ago

Soon You Can Marry Mariska Hargitay on Broadway

Mariska Hargitay will take over the role from Daniel Radcliffe in the Broadway revival of Every Brilliant Thing, emphasizing themes of healing and hope.
Film
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago

Broadway review: A heist and a play go wrong in Dog Day Afternoon

Stephen Adly Guirgis's new Broadway play fails to capture the intensity of the original 1975 film about a botched bank heist.
Music production
fromPitchfork
4 days ago

Nobody's Chosen: An Interview With Sideshow

Sideshow's album TIGRAY FUNK addresses societal issues through personal experiences and a unique musical fusion of G-funk and Ethiopian influences.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

There's a specific kind of loneliness that belongs to people who are funny in groups but completely unreachable one-on-one, and it's the loneliness of having learned that performance is safer than proximity - Silicon Canals

Affiliative humor fosters connection but can prevent deeper intimacy, leading to a specific kind of loneliness for those who rely on it.
fromVulture
2 hours ago

Please Call Their SNL Episode 'Jack Silver'

Jack Black shared that he was unaware of who his musical counterpart would be for the SNL episode until he received a call from Jack White. Black recalled, 'He was like, 'What do you think, should we do this SNL thing?' I was like, 'What are you talking about?' And he was like, 'Wait, they didn't tell you?' I was like, 'No, you're going to be the musical guest?'
NYC music
#lgbtq
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 months ago
Right-wing politics

Gay makeup artist mocks right-wing "bozos" for using his photo to celebrate rugged masculinity - LGBTQ Nation

fromQueerty
4 days ago
SF LGBT

WATCH: Closeted '90s kids find their voice-and each other-in this charming coming-of-age comedy - Queerty

fromQueerty
1 day ago
Film

WATCH: This shocking camboy drama pushes queer cinema into provocative new territory - Queerty

LGBT
fromQueerty
2 hours ago

Gay men reveal the things they've vowed never to do again - Queerty

Many gay men shared personal commitments to avoid certain actions or decisions, reflecting on past experiences and lessons learned.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 months ago

Gay makeup artist mocks right-wing "bozos" for using his photo to celebrate rugged masculinity - LGBTQ Nation

A gay makeup artist humorously highlights a far-right troll's mistake in using his image to promote conventional masculinity, unaware of his true identity.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
4 days ago

WATCH: Closeted '90s kids find their voice-and each other-in this charming coming-of-age comedy - Queerty

Student radio shows can empower closeted youth, fostering community and self-expression while navigating the challenges of popularity and faculty scrutiny.
Film
fromQueerty
1 day ago

WATCH: This shocking camboy drama pushes queer cinema into provocative new territory - Queerty

Blue Film is a provocative camboy drama exploring taboo subjects and complex human relationships between a sex worker and his former teacher.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Drag queens sing at hospital with 7-year-old super fan after medical emergency - LGBTQ Nation

Anwyn Watts, a young girl, finds joy and support from drag queens during her health struggles, becoming an ally and being crowned Princess of Pride.
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 day ago

Performance Artist Crackhead Barney Moves From the Streets to the Stage: 'Art Should Be Going Insane'

Crackhead Barney is a performance artist known for her viral heckling of protestors and celebrities, significantly impacting NYC's political landscape.
Humor
fromJezebel
11 hours ago

Getting 'Cancelled' Only Takes a Couple Years to Wear Off, Apparently

Cancel culture is ineffective as evidenced by Louis C.K.'s return to comedy after allegations of sexual misconduct.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Curated chaos': Danny Boyle on the pop culture spectacular' he's bringing to London's Southbank Centre

Danny Boyle's 'You Are Here' celebrates 75 years of youth culture with a one-day immersive event featuring 1,000 performers at London's Southbank Centre.
#transgender
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago
SF LGBT

8 unapologetically trans-owned businesses redefining fashion, art, and more - LGBTQ Nation

Trans individuals significantly influence culture and deserve visibility and support, especially through trans-owned businesses.
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
NYC LGBT

Indelible' voices: How the NYC trans community is fighting erasure from a Lower East Side stage | amNewYork

Indelible is a forum for trans people to share their stories and foster understanding.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

8 unapologetically trans-owned businesses redefining fashion, art, and more - LGBTQ Nation

Trans individuals significantly influence culture and deserve visibility and support, especially through trans-owned businesses.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Indelible' voices: How the NYC trans community is fighting erasure from a Lower East Side stage | amNewYork

Indelible is a forum for trans people to share their stories and foster understanding.
from48 hills
1 day ago

Drama Masks: Mad, bad, and dangerous to see - 48 hills

The final show I review below got me looks that made me feel like a fish in a bowl. First, the private security at the door had two Valiant rent-a-cops who scowling at me-and only me-with that same 'Give me an excuse!' glare I've gotten from real cops all my life.
Arts
NYC music
fromPitchfork
23 hours ago

King Princess to Star in Aimee Mann's Girl, Interrupted Musical

A musical adaptation of Girl, Interrupted featuring Aimee Mann's songs will debut later this year, starring King Princess as Lisa.
#easter-weekend
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 hour ago

SF's Free Easter Weekend Comedy Festival (April 3-6)

Easter weekend in San Francisco features a comedy fest with free tickets, sharp lineups, and vibrant nightlife.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 hour ago

SF's Free Easter Weekend Comedy Festival (April 3-6)

Easter weekend in San Francisco features a comedy fest with free tickets, sharp lineups, and vibrant nightlife.
Film
fromVulture
3 days ago

Critics Aren't Sure Whether to Marry The Drama

Zendaya's performance in the controversial film is widely praised, while critics are divided on the film's originality and execution.
LGBT
fromQueerty
22 hours ago

Joel Kim Booster on his non-monogamous marriage: "The sex I'm having outside of my relationship is all recreational" - Queerty

Being gay creates more pressure regarding body image than being an actor, especially in casual sexual encounters.
London music
fromConsequence
3 days ago

David Byrne Performs "When We Are Singing," Explains Using ICE Footage in Concerts on Colbert: Watch

David Byrne emphasizes colorful live shows and addresses serious themes through performance and visuals.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

It's the year of gay Brazilian cruising!' The makers of Night Stage on public sex and their deranged erotic thriller'

Two Brazilian films featuring gay cruising scenes highlight the tension between personal identity and societal expectations.
#theater
NYC music
fromGothamist
2 days ago

How 'American Psycho' inspired a new theater opening in Bushwick

A new cultural venue, The Empyrean Club, is set to open in Bushwick, inspired by the musical 'American Psycho'.
NYC LGBT
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Broadway's "Dog Day Afternoon" Is a Dog

The stage adaptation of 'Dog Day Afternoon' fails to capture the emotional depth of the original film, transforming it into a superficial sitcom.
NYC music
fromGothamist
2 days ago

How 'American Psycho' inspired a new theater opening in Bushwick

A new cultural venue, The Empyrean Club, is set to open in Bushwick, inspired by the musical 'American Psycho'.
NYC LGBT
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Broadway's "Dog Day Afternoon" Is a Dog

The stage adaptation of 'Dog Day Afternoon' fails to capture the emotional depth of the original film, transforming it into a superficial sitcom.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 days ago

The Best April Fools' Jokes in the Art World This Year

April Fools' Day inspires creative and humorous pranks across arts and humanities, showcasing institutions' ability to engage in lighthearted satire.
London music
fromBrooklynVegan
4 days ago

Gogol Bordello played Knockdown Center (pics, video, setlist)

Gogol Bordello delivered an energetic set in NYC, featuring new songs and collaborations with Puzzled Panther during their North American tour finale.
Film
fromJezebel
2 days ago

'The Drama' Is Worth the Secrecy

Kristoffer Borgli's film explores dark human impulses through a pre-wedding gathering that reveals unsettling secrets among friends.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Made in Fire Island: how artists were at the heart of the LGBTQ+ mecca

Leilah Babirye's journey to Fire Island reveals its rich history as a haven for LGBTQ+ artists and their creative expressions.
fromHyperallergic
1 day ago

The Art World Is a Joke

Kamrooz Aram is everywhere this year, from Mumbai Art Week to the Whitney Biennial, and critic Aruna D'Souza is grateful. She pens a beautiful meditation on his work, reading his abstract paintings as not simply a denunciation of Western modernism nor a reassertion of Islamic visual motifs, but something else entirely - something gestural, exuberant, riotous, and incomparably his own.
Arts
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

If I didn't have dwarfism, I'd probably be quite normcore': Midgitte Bardot on sex, drag and street harassment

Tamm Reynolds, a non-binary trans drag queen with dwarfism, is a unique performance artist known for their bold and provocative acts.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

Review: Two friends makes a great escape in Mexodus ()

Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson create a musical that highlights the historical escape of enslaved Black people to Mexico.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
4 days ago

A Drama of Two Masters

A documentary dramatizes the rivalry between British landscape painters Turner and Constable while exploring survival strategies in the age of AI.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on new musicals: sex, drugs and song n' dance | Editorial

Trainspotting the Musical adapts Irvine Welsh's novel, showcasing the evolution of stories from books to stage with contemporary themes.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The Guide #236: Is celebrity casting a cynical marketing stunt or does it help to democratise theatre?

Celebrity casting in UK theatre is increasingly common but faces criticism for overshadowing smaller productions and new talent.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago

How a Dexter' Star Is Singing Her Way Through Spanish Harlem

Luna Lauren Velez maintains her Puerto Rican roots while thriving in Hollywood, known for roles in 'New York Undercover' and 'Dexter'.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 weeks ago

The world's oldest active drag king has shaped the art form for decades. She's not slowing down. - LGBTQ Nation

El Daña, at 80 years old, is certified by Guinness World Records as the world's oldest performing drag king, with a career spanning from 1965 to present, including activism through the Imperial Court System.
Humor
fromVulture
4 days ago

9 New Comedy Specials You Should Definitely Watch (When You Have a Moment)

Netflix's early stand-up special for Zach Galifianakis initiated a revolution in comedy specials, leading to a vast increase in monthly releases.
Humor
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Reflecting on Oversexed Characters in Television Comedies

Sitcom characters increasingly display hypersexuality, eliciting both sympathetic laughter and envy from audiences.
Humor
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Free Sunday Comedy Night in Downtown SF

The Function is a new upscale comedy club in San Francisco's Hayes Valley offering free tickets and a lineup of top comedians.
Humor
fromVulture
1 week ago

Dream-Casting an American Version of Last One Laughing

Importing U.K. television shows like Last One Laughing could succeed in the U.S. market, following its international adaptations and popularity.
fromVulture
1 week ago

Fact-Checking Chris Fleming Won Late Night This Week

ARMY Twitter was aflutter with accusations that the warm-up comic for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon made a racist joke. He said, 'Anybody here from the North? No? Nobody?' Fans interpreted that as being directed at the band, implying that one of them was from North Korea.
Humor
UX design
fromMedium
2 months ago

From playwright to stage manager

Self-generating AI interfaces require structured constraints like A2UI to prevent chaotic, unusable experiences and shift designers from deterministic blueprints to probabilistic protocols.
#interactive-comedy
Humor
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
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