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Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
15 hours ago

Women's culture goes dark: why aren't there more femcel' movies?

Mainstream media has largely overlooked femcel culture, focusing instead on incel narratives and failing to represent women's roles in online radicalization.
Women
fromThedrum
11 hours ago

Influencer's Female Leaders: In Conversation With

The role of women in media has evolved, with significant increases in representation and leadership positions in recent years.
#lgbtq
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Matt Bomer's secret Magic Mike project, MAGA gays are sad & lonely, Madonna's Coachella takeover - Queerty

Season 2 of Heated Rivalry deepens Shane and Ilya's relationship while maintaining its steamy elements.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Matt Bomer's secret Magic Mike project, MAGA gays are sad & lonely, Madonna's Coachella takeover - Queerty

Season 2 of Heated Rivalry deepens Shane and Ilya's relationship while maintaining its steamy elements.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
6 hours ago

Joan Semmel & Rama Duwaji

MoMA PS1's 'Greater New York' survey showcases early-career artists and captures the essence of New York City.
#sydney-sweeney
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

The Olympics' trans policy polices womanhood | Moira Donegan

Transgender women and cisgender women with DSDs will be barred from women's Olympic events, redefining womanhood based on genetic criteria.
fromConsequence
10 hours ago

David Byrne Adds New 2026 Tour Dates

David Byrne's new tour dates for August and September 2026 will begin with shows in Singapore, Thailand, Japan, and South Korea before returning to the U.S. The tour starts in San Diego on August 27th and includes performances at the Hollywood Bowl, Saratoga, and Forest Hills Stadium in New York, concluding on September 19th.
London music
Television
fromThe New Yorker
16 hours ago

Now Streaming: Rich White Women with Emotional Problems in Peril

Rich White Women with Emotional Problems dominate streaming shows, with Nicole Kidman leading the genre.
fromInc
10 hours ago

The Power of the Hyphen: Building Business, Impact, and the Future of Entertainment with Eva Longoria

Eva Longoria's multi-hyphenate approach reveals how creative ambition, business strategy, and social impact can reinforce one another, shaping the business of entertainment on her own terms.
Fundraising
#bay-area-dance-week
San Francisco
fromwww.7x7.com
11 hours ago

Bay Area Dance Week Returns With More Than 150 Free Classes, Performances + Gatherings

Bay Area Dance Week showcases diverse dance styles through free events, engaging the community and encouraging participation in dance activities.
SF music
from48 hills
1 day ago

Bay Area Dance Week celebrates leaps and bounds of local scene - 48 hills

Bay Area Dance Week celebrates the region's diverse dance community with free classes and performances, promoting inclusivity and visibility in dance.
San Francisco
fromwww.7x7.com
11 hours ago

Bay Area Dance Week Returns With More Than 150 Free Classes, Performances + Gatherings

Bay Area Dance Week showcases diverse dance styles through free events, engaging the community and encouraging participation in dance activities.
SF music
from48 hills
1 day ago

Bay Area Dance Week celebrates leaps and bounds of local scene - 48 hills

Bay Area Dance Week celebrates the region's diverse dance community with free classes and performances, promoting inclusivity and visibility in dance.
Medicine
fromThe Atlantic
15 hours ago

All the World Has Stage Fright

Propranolol is increasingly prescribed for stage fright due to its calming effects, reflecting changes in social interactions influenced by technology.
Social justice
from48 hills
13 hours ago

Trans trailblazer Sean Dorsey: 'When shit gets hard, we choose to show up for each other' - 48 hills

Sean Dorsey Dance presents a new work, We Choose Each Other, as a response to escalating anti-trans legislation and cultural hostility.
fromQueerty
1 year ago

18 famous LGBTQ+ Tauruses who don't back down - Queerty

Tauruses do it with steady hands and a whole lot of heart, cultivating beauty and building something that lasts, embodying dependability and loyalty.
SF LGBT
MMA
fromSherdog
1 day ago

Ronda Rousey likely 'done fighting' after Netflix bout vs. Gina Carano

Ronda Rousey's return to MMA is likely a one-time event focused on family over financial gain.
Writing
fromScary Mommy
1 day ago

Meet The Vampire Pop Opera Created By A Mom Who Was Craving A Sexy Night Out

Carey Renee Sharpe created and starred in her own vampire musical, BLOOD/LOVE, as a creative outlet after years of caregiving.
Berlin music
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Review | Fallen Angels' with Kelli O'Hara and Rose Byrne sparkles briefly, then fizzles | amNewYork

Timing, tone, and delivery are crucial in Coward's work, but 'Fallen Angels' struggles with execution despite its intriguing setup.
#madonna
fromQueerty
6 days ago
NYC music

Madonna's back to the dance floor, a Heated Rivalry musical laces up & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
SF LGBT

Lesbians are reclaiming Madonna as we await her new album, Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II | Tiff Bakker

Madonna's Instagram purge sparked excitement for the imminent release of Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II, highlighting her enduring connection with the LGBTQ+ community.
Music
fromconsequence.net
3 days ago

Madonna Releases "I Feel So Free" Following Surprise Coachella Appearance

Madonna released the single 'I Feel So Free' from her upcoming album 'Confessions II', set for release on July 3rd.
NYC music
fromQueerty
6 days ago

Madonna's back to the dance floor, a Heated Rivalry musical laces up & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

Madonna's Confessions On A Dance Floor: Part II is set to release on July 3, 2026.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Lesbians are reclaiming Madonna as we await her new album, Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II | Tiff Bakker

Madonna's Instagram purge sparked excitement for the imminent release of Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II, highlighting her enduring connection with the LGBTQ+ community.
#womens-rights
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Celebrity coalition calls for action as one in three women face gender-based violence

Over 60 celebrities unite to demand increased funding for women's rights organizations globally, highlighting that one in three women experience gender-based violence in their lifetime.
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Celebrity coalition calls for action as one in three women face gender-based violence

Over 60 celebrities unite to demand increased funding for women's rights organizations globally, highlighting that one in three women experience gender-based violence in their lifetime.
Berlin
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago

Greta Lee on Her Favorite Performances, Films, Foods and More

Pablo Neruda's appreciation for simple objects inspires a love for cooking and art, emphasizing naturalism and emotional depth in various forms of expression.
Growth hacking
fromHubspot
4 days ago

8 Ways to Elevate Your Brand as a Creator or Entrepreneur (& Close the Pay Gap)

The global creator economy is projected to reach $1.18 trillion by 2032, significantly impacting minority creators and entrepreneurs.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
2 hours ago

Cher or Madonna? Jim Parsons must choose who he would save from drowning - Queerty

Jim Parsons stars in the Broadway show Titaníque, performing in drag as Ruth Dewitt Bukater.
NYC startup
fromWWD
6 days ago

How Spotlite is Rewriting the Rules of the Modeling Industry

Spotlite aims to revolutionize the modeling industry by promoting transparency and allowing models to set their own rates without heavy commissions.
Digital life
fromIndieWire
6 days ago

What Does Barbie Ferreira Really Want Now? An Indie Film Career, on Her Terms

Barbie Ferreira expresses fear of her laptop, believing hackers are watching her, and reflects on her changing relationship with the internet.
Music production
fromPitchfork
6 days ago

Watch Monaleo Channel Her Inner Barbie in "Crossroads Freestyle"

Monaleo returns with 'Crossroads Freestyle' after a hiatus due to a medical emergency, showcasing her signature style and quick flow.
London music
fromBustle
1 day ago

Lily Allen's 'West End Girl' Tour Could've Been A Broadway Show

Lily Allen's album West End Girl showcases her marriage's dissolution, blending reality and fiction, and has received critical acclaim and nominations.
fromTime Out New York
20 hours ago

Broadway review: Schmigadoon! () is good old-fashioned fun

Schmigadoon! is free to deliver real pleasures of old-school American musical comedy: catchy melodies with clever lyrics, laughs on the regular, a little romance and a large cast of seasoned pros in big, joyous production numbers.
Television
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Honey Dijon on her proudest career moment: "I get to choose my day as a marginalized trans woman of color" - Queerty

Surviving as a marginalized trans woman of color, Honey Dijon emphasizes authenticity, cultural respect, and financial prudence in her successful music career.
#theater
Writing
fromVulture
2 days ago

Fallen Angels Makes a Great Case for Irrelevance

Fallen Angels is a lighthearted revival that offers escapism through humor and charm, set against a backdrop of historical turmoil.
Writing
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

Broadway review: Ayo Edebiri shows her work in Proof ()

The revival of David Auburn's drama 'Proof' explores themes of mental illness and mathematical genius through the characters of Robert and Catherine.
Writing
fromVulture
2 days ago

Fallen Angels Makes a Great Case for Irrelevance

Fallen Angels is a lighthearted revival that offers escapism through humor and charm, set against a backdrop of historical turmoil.
Writing
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

Broadway review: Ayo Edebiri shows her work in Proof ()

The revival of David Auburn's drama 'Proof' explores themes of mental illness and mathematical genius through the characters of Robert and Catherine.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 week ago

This invisible career ceiling is holding women back

Chronic illness significantly impacts women's career potential, with many making difficult decisions to accommodate their autoimmune diseases.
SF music
fromVulture
4 days ago

Karaoke With Isa Briones Is Not for the Weak

Isa Briones showcases her karaoke talent and impersonation skills while balancing roles in two contrasting productions.
Fundraising
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Zootopia 2 and Encanto choreographer teaches 'Cinderellas' with Saving Our Daughters

Saving Our Daughters empowers young girls of color through mentorship and dance education, fostering confidence and self-ownership.
Arts
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago

11 Masks That Define World Culture

Ancient masks from various cultures symbolize permanence, collective identity, and artistic mastery, reflecting their cultural significance and craftsmanship.
Film
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Christine Baranski says West End debut is a 'dream come true'

Christine Baranski will make her West End debut in Noel Coward's Hay Fever, fulfilling a long-held dream and returning to her theatre roots.
Women
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Why work still sucks for women

Women face significant workplace challenges, including the gender pay gap, leadership barriers, harassment, and unpaid domestic work responsibilities.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago

3 Essential Operas to Watch

Handel's music, like Mozart's, has truly healing properties. It quiets the mind in a hypnotic way, penetrating the psyche of the characters deeply.
Berlin music
Music
fromVulture
6 days ago

Don't Tell Melissa Etheridge How Great Her Lilith Fair Set Was

Melissa Etheridge's 2026 includes a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination and the release of her 17th studio album, Rise.
NYC music
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

Tony-Winning Voices: "Sutton Foster & Kelli O'Hara" Live in Concert (SF)

Sutton Foster and Kelli O'Hara perform with the San Francisco Symphony on July 18, 2026, featuring songs and stories from their Tony Award-winning shows.
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

What we call sex work and what it says about society

Sex work has been represented and regulated throughout history, reflecting societal attitudes and moral discourses.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
4 days ago

'We don't want to be left behind': Reese Witherspoon says using AI is feminist and women need to catch up

Reese Witherspoon emphasizes the importance of women understanding AI to avoid being left behind in the workforce.
Writing
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Can We Claim a Glorious Matriarchal Reality?

Christina Rivera's 'MY OCEANS' expresses deep emotions about Earth's ecosystems and the importance of female creativity in a care-based society.
Fashion & style
fromElite Traveler
4 days ago

Tamu McPherson on Dressing for Joy and Traveling With Intention

Tamu McPherson blends fashion and activism, celebrating life through style while embracing her unique cultural background in Italy.
Film
fromBustle
1 week ago

The World Yearns For Amanda Seyfried In More Musicals

Amanda Seyfried is actively seeking musical roles and will star in Lin-Manuel Miranda's upcoming film Octet.
fromBustle
10 hours ago

Sydney Sweeney Reportedly Didn't Make The Cut For 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'

The team working on the movie was grateful for her participation, making the decision to remove the bit a difficult one.
NYC LGBT
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Where NYC finds its voice: Inside Michael Minelli's Step to the Mike' | amNewYork

Step to the Mike transforms New York City sidewalks into live platforms for discovering raw musical talent.
Women
fromBustle
6 days ago

The WNBA Is About To Have Its Biggest Season Yet

The WNBA reached a new collective bargaining agreement that significantly improves player salaries and benefits, allowing the regular season to proceed.
#lesbian-visibility-week
Women in technology
fromForbes
4 days ago

Working From Home Isn't Killing Women's Careers. But Corporate Culture Still Might Be.

Remote work is essential for many women, but proximity to the office often leads to better advancement opportunities.
London music
fromPitchfork
5 days ago

Neko Case's Thelma & Louise Musical to Debut This Fall

Neko Case's musical adaptation of Thelma & Louise premieres in London from September 3 to October 24 at the Young Vic Theater.
Film
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

Playing 'sunburned girl' on The Pitt was a career break for me. I couldn't believe how kind everyone on set was.

Jenna Moloney transitioned from unpaid student films to a significant role on HBO Max's 'The Pitt' after a challenging audition process.
Women in technology
fromMedium
4 days ago

Emma Grede Said Working From Home Hurts Women's Careers. The Truth Is Worse.

To climb the corporate ladder, physical presence in the office is often deemed necessary, which frustrates many women who excelled working remotely.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 year ago

The Gay Internet wonders whether this 'Drag Race' queen can also be a "masc daddy" - Queerty

Sam Star blends masculine ruggedness with Drag Race glam, showcasing her love for football and a supportive relationship with NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley.
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
6 days ago

How Grace Gummer, Meryl Streep's daughter, is carving out her own niche: Her mother's gift is now also hers'

Grace Gummer, daughter of Meryl Streep, stands out in Hollywood for her talent and discretion despite her privileged background.
Skiing
fromBustle
3 weeks ago

Olympic Gymnast Laurie Hernandez Is Now Performing On Broadway

Laurie Hernandez transitions from Olympic gymnast to Broadway performer, embracing new opportunities and challenges in her career.
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Trans woman leaves role with women's health charity

A trans woman resigned from a women's health charity amid criticism regarding her role and its implications for women's health advocacy.
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

UK music industry highlights need for black talent in executive roles

Support for black talent in executive roles is crucial as black music has generated 80% of UK music revenue over the past 30 years.
Women
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Why women leaders are ditching the old workplace rulebook-and winning because of it

Women are moving away from outdated leadership models that prioritize control and dominance, seeking autonomy and flexibility instead.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
2 weeks 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.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Female athletes' fertility is still a blind spot | Letter

Changes to insurance for female athletes are positive, but fertility support remains a critical issue that needs addressing.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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.
fromWomen's Health
3 weeks ago

They Were Told Wrestling Was Only for Boys. Now, This NYC Club Is Proving Girls Can Fight for Their Futures.

When I step onto the mat, I feel fear, but I remember the countless hours spent in training that helped unearth strength I didn't know I had.
Women
fromTime Out New York
4 weeks ago

A 'Glee' star is joining an Off Broadway dance show and we can't think of a better fit

"It has been a bucket-list dream of mine to perform on a New York stage, and I couldn't think of a better way to do that than becoming a part of the 11 to Midnight family," Morris said in a statement.
NYC music
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

Women of the World festival has announced that it is returning to London in 2027

Billed as 'the world's biggest, most comprehensive festival celebrating women, girls and non-binary people', Women of the World festival, or WOW for short, has announced its return to the Southbank Centre next year. WOW is the brainchild of theatre director Jude Kelly CBE, who launched the festival in 2010 when she was artistic director at the Southbank Centre.
London
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

Inside the Forum Where Women in the Arts Are Taking on the Status Quo

What began as a passion for collecting became a responsibility. She not only believes in the artistic genius of women, but she wants society in general to hold men and women artists in equal esteem-and to place the same monetary value on their work.
Arts
SF music
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

Powerhouse Play Puts Women's Sports Center Stage: Flex Performs March 26-May 2 at San Francisco Playhouse - San Francisco Bay Times

Flex, a West Coast Premiere at San Francisco Playhouse, follows a high school women's basketball team in 1998 Arkansas pursuing WNBA dreams while navigating identity, relationships, and ambition.
#womens-history-month
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago
Women in technology

How to Advance and Support Women at Work All Year Long

Companies are scaling back Women's History Month initiatives despite persistent gender equity challenges in workforce retention, leadership advancement, and caregiving policies.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 month ago
Social justice

DramaWatch: Celebrating Women's History Month with 2 Portland theater companies * Oregon ArtsWatch

Women's equality faces coordinated dismantling efforts, with marginalized communities experiencing magnified barriers to financial and educational opportunities, prompting cultural institutions to celebrate women's history through theater and arts.
Women in technology
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

How to Advance and Support Women at Work All Year Long

Companies are scaling back Women's History Month initiatives despite persistent gender equity challenges in workforce retention, leadership advancement, and caregiving policies.
Social justice
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 month ago

DramaWatch: Celebrating Women's History Month with 2 Portland theater companies * Oregon ArtsWatch

Women's equality faces coordinated dismantling efforts, with marginalized communities experiencing magnified barriers to financial and educational opportunities, prompting cultural institutions to celebrate women's history through theater and arts.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
29 years ago

A House Full of Stage Presence

The Center Theatre Group's 30th anniversary reception was held at the Wassermans' prestigious Beverly Hills home, showcasing its renowned art collection and expansive grounds to impressed guests.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

The most powerful woman in football - meet game's first female super agent

Rafaela Pimenta, a leading female football agent, calls for transfer-system reform to reduce club power and protect players from being treated as hostages.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Women in Film honors Oscar nominees, stresses need for progress

Women in Film celebrated Oscar nominees at Bette Davis's home, advancing gender equity advocacy in Hollywood while highlighting women's achievements across filmmaking roles.
Arts
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Dancing in high heels is boosting these women's confidence 'exponentially'

A beginners heels dance class transforms exhaustion into energy, community, confidence, and empowerment for participants at Vibe Dance Studio.
#international-womens-day
Women
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Photos: These bold women stand up for justice, rights ... and freedom

International Women's Day on March 8 honors a 1917 Russian women's strike that led to the Czar's abdication and women's voting rights, celebrating women's ongoing achievements and activism worldwide.
Women
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Photos: These bold women stand up for justice, rights ... and freedom

International Women's Day on March 8 honors a 1917 Russian women's strike that led to the Czar's abdication and women's voting rights, celebrating women's ongoing achievements and activism worldwide.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago

Admiring Our Heroes for International Women's Day: Celebrating Women Who Have Received EFF Awards

Carolina Botero and Karisma helped connect indigenous peoples to the internet and made it possible to contribute content to Wikipedia in their native language, expanding access to both history and modern information. They built alliances to combat disinformation, pushed for legal tools to protect cultural and heritage institutions from digital blackholes, and were, and remain, a necessary voice speaking for human rights in the online world.
Women in technology
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK's performing arts industry inhospitable to parents', research warns

The UK performing arts industry inadequately supports parents, particularly women, causing many to leave their careers due to inflexible schedules and lack of accommodation.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month 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.
Film
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Let me entertain you

Covid-19 pushed entertainment and brands to innovate, shifting releases and creating digital experiences to maintain connection and reach audiences.
Women
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

A look at how gender equality is changing the Olympics

Women's participation in Winter Olympics grew from 4.3% in 1924 to 47% in 2026, with expanded events and leadership representation.
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