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Drag Queen/KingStaatskapelle Berlin makes a rare Philadelphia appearance at Verizon Hall
Discover the Staatskapelle Berlin’s tribute tour with Yannick Nezet-Seguin. Experience Brahms’ masterpieces in an unforgettable performance.
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Trans Chef Dane DeMarco Selected for New Garces Chefs in Residency Program at Volver
Chef Jose Garces celebrates the return of in-person indoor theatre and arts with the relaunch of Volver for the first time since the pandemic shut-down the performance kitchen and restaurant. Volver is now reopened at Kimmel Garces is proud to announce the reopening of Volver at Kimmel Cultural Campus with a brand-new program that will see…
Jump, Darling, opens the qFlix Film Festival
Jump, Darling, is a 2021 film by Canadian director Phil Connell which was the opening night feature of qFlix Philadelphia on Sunday.
New Symone Salib Mural Honors Late LGBTQ Leader Gloria Casarez
Beautiful new mural by Philly-based artist Symone Salib honors the late LGBTQ+ leader and activist, Gloria Casarez at GALAEI on Fontain Street at Howard Street in Norris Square!
FringeArts & qFlix Philadelphia
Two of the largest festival are going on at the same time to make the end of summer more fun! And as always, PhillyGayCalendar has all the tea!
Dr. Rachel Levine to Receive the Marsha P. Johnson Image Award
PRESS RELEASE from qflixphilly.com It is with a great sense of duty, respect, and pride that qFLIX Philadelphia: The LGBTQ+ Film Festival announces the presentation of the 2021 Marsha P. Johnson Image Award to Dr. Rachel L. Levine, Assistant Secretary of Health for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Dr. Levine has been selected as the…
BalletX Presents Sunset, o639 Hours at The Suzanne Roberts Theatre
On September 9, BalletX presented choreographer Matthew Neenan’s full-evening work from 2014, Sunset, o639 Hours, at The Suzanne Roberts Theatre.
Stonewall Registration
That’s right! Registration is opened for Bowling, Billiards, Yoga, and Stonewall In Motion (formerly Stonewall Running Group). For registration details, dates, and locations, read on below! Registration questions? Contact Sports Operations Director Mike Morris at mmorris@stonewallphilly.org. Can’t wait to see you all soon! Director Mike Morris This fall, they will be launching Stonewall In Motion (formerly known as Stonewall Running Group).…
Dating Red Flags
It might have been a while and you might not remember what you are doing, so we asked our fans to give us some red flags to look out for when dating, and here is what they said!
qFlix Phily premiers ‘Jump, Darling’
With qFLIX Philadelphia 2021, just weeks away on Sept. 26 – Oct. 3, at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre & Virtual, it is time we all turn our attention to this all-important community festival that has grown to be the largest LGBTA+ arts and cultural festival between NYC and Miami.
Photos: Falcons Soccer Team
Coed Team playing in Casa Soccer League. You can join this Fall while we are trying to put 3 Falcons teams together.
COVID-19 Recovery Fund
The Marsha P. Johnson Institue’s COVID-19 Recovery Fund provides one-time direct relief in the amount of $500 to BLACK transgender or non-binary identified people. As our commitment is to always center the needs of those most beyond the margins, priority has been given to BLACK trans women and those who have experience as sex workers,…
Photos: BOS Philly Night Swim
The team from BOS Philly produced another amazing party, this time by the pool. Check out the photos from Night Swim.
Two bars in the Gayborhood are owned by people of color
Two bars opened recently in the Gayborhood that are owned and operated by people of color, marking a big culture shift for the LGBTQ enclave in Center City, where racism has been documented for years.
Lehigh Valley, PA Celebrates Pride this Weekend
With Philadelphia LGBTQ+ Pride events on pause for the moment, we wanted to let you and fellow Philadelphians know that about an outdoor pride event in nearby Allentown this weekend.
Queer Chef D. DeMarco debuts Cuisine at Sonny’s Cocktail
Sonnys is proud to introduce Executive Chef D. DeMarco (they them), who brings a wealth of experience. Chef is now transitioning and at this stage of the process is using D. and they/them.
LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus condemns bill to discriminate against athletes
A bill that would discriminate against LGBTQ+ students by restricting their ability to participate in their school’s sports programs as the gender they identify with was condemned by the LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus after a House Education Committee hearing on the proposed Republican legislation, according to the caucus’ co-chair, state Rep. Brian Sims, D-Phila.
Gunnar Montana Presents: Motel Montana
From Gunnar Montana Welcome to the official Indiegogo campaign for Gunnar Montana Productions 2021 production, Motel Montana! Our cast and crew are so excited to welcome you back to a live, in-person Gunnar Montana immersive experience. Rehearsals are already underway and we can’t wait to share this amazing show with you! Motel Montana will be a colorful…
Photos from Litty City
Luna Thee Jawnette and Icon Ebony Fierce show Level Up Bar and Lounge how to twerk!
Bianca Del Rio @ Keswick Theatre
Legendary drag queen, comedian, actor and author Bianca Del Rio brings her Unsanitized Comedy Tour to Keswick Theatre on Saturday, Sept 18.
Philly man sentenced to 25 years for murder of transgender woman
Philadelphia man was sentenced to 25 to 50 years in state prison for the 2019 killing of Michelle “Tameka” Washington, a transgender woman who family and friends said was a passionate advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.
Raising the Steaks
Raising the Steaks!! Hope you’re hungry! #PhillyCheesesteak #RepYourCity
Outfit by @opheliabawdy
Headpiece by @its_miss_elaine
Photo by @joemaccreative
Justice for Nizah Morris
Eighteen years ago, after receiving a courtesy ride from a Philadelphia police officer, Nizah Morris, a Black trans woman, was found hit over the head. She died shortly after. After years of asking for police transparency and answers, Nizah’s murder is still unsolved.
Topcatt Cabaret to Debut at Concourse
Concourse Dance Bar (1635 Market Street) welcomes a brand new monthly variety show that is set to dazzle starting Wednesday, July 28th. Philadelphia Drag Queen Maria TopCatt will host the brand-new TopCatt Cabaret, a star-studded adults-only show with a rotating cast of top drag and burlesque performers. Each month guests can anticipate a new, exciting…