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'The Whale' and the Cinematic Curse of Disabled Queerness
Brendan Fraser's performance in "The Whale" was heralded as emotionally riveting and deeply compelling. But for many queer and disabled (and queer disabled) viewers, it was yet another example of Hollywood's distorted and straight-portrayed view.
Five Question with Ryan McKinny — Boston Lyric Opera's Seductive Bluebeard
Called by Opera News as "one of the finest singers of his generation," bass-baritone Ryan McKinny takes on one of the medium's most notorious villains — Bluebeard in Bela Bartok's "Bluebeard Castle" at Boston Lyric Opera.
Meet Kennedy Kanagawa, the Puppeteer Behind 'Into the Woods' Scene-Stealing Milky White
In the new revival of "Into the Woods," Milky White, Jack's cow, comes to life thanks to actor Kennedy Kanagawa. EDGE spoke to him about his puppeteering skills.
'Love Island's' Will Young Assures Fans He Isn't Gay with Steamy Sex Details
"Love Island" alum Will Young is flattered that you think he is gay, but he isn't. Since hooking up with Jessie and leaving the villa, the 'Love Island' alum says their sex life is "amazing."
'Survivor' Alumni React to Season 37 Winner, Kentucky Lawmaker's Anti-Trans Vote
Kentucky State Rep. and winner of "Survivor" in 2018 Nick Wilson voted for a state law that attacks transgender youth — and his fellow reality show veterans are expressing shock, dismay, and rage.
On the Aisle: Were Hillary and Chelsea Victims of the Shubert Theatre Pooper?
Hillary and Chelsea Clinton got a surprise when they went to see "Some Like It Hot" on Broadway when a turd turned up in the aisle near them at intermission.
Watch: Melissa Etheridge Recalls Record Label Wondering What to 'Do About the Gay Thing'
Appearing on the video series "Free Speech + Other Dirty Words," out rocker Melissa Etheridge recalled a moment when a record label asked her, "What are we going to do about the gay thing?"
SXSW Day Five: The Nuns Have Arrived!
The nuns have arrived to South by Southwest and are on a mission to stop an entity known as Mrs. Davis!
'Rocket Man' Star Taron Egerton Opens Up about Playing Gay and Not Playing Bond
British actor Taron Egerton — star of the Elton John biopic "Rocketman" and stage partner with Jonathan Bailey for the play "Cock" — gave his two pence about straight actors in gay roles.
Kehinde Wiley's 'An Archaeology of Silence' - Stunning New Exhibit at the de Young
Kehinde Wiley has been a very special, insightful artist for quite a while, but his work always appears fresh, modern and important. His new exhibition at the de Young reshapes the way we see Black people in portraiture and sculpture.
Bored Game: 'Clue' at SF Playhouse
With its borrowed brand name and broad physical comedy, "Clue" seems to be gunning for the stupefying success of "The Play That Goes Wrong," but instead unintentionally fumbles along the way.
Review: 'Tell the Rest' a Novel of Harrowing Spiritual Abuse, Healing
The two enthralling queer protagonists in author Lucy Jane Bledsoe's just-published novel have lived a life scarred by a Christian conversion camp, each bearing enduring psychological pain and torment.
Review: Thomas Mallon's 'Up With the Sun' a Parable of Doomed Ambition
Readers can discover Dick Kallman, a gay miniscule has-been (yet fascinating celebrity), in the new novel on his tumultuous life, "Up With the Sun," by Thomas Mallon, perhaps the country's foremost historical fiction writer.
Gwyneth Paltrow to Stand Trial for Deer Valley Ski Crash
Gwyneth Paltrow will stand trial on Tuesday in a lawsuit filed by a retired optometrist who said that the actress-turned-lifestyle influencer violently crashed into him in 2016 while skiing in Utah at one of the most upscale ski resorts in the U.S.
2023 Outfest Fusion QTBIPOC Starts This Week, Honors Elegance Bratton
The 2023 Outfest Fusion QTBIPOC (Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous and People of Color) Film Festival starts in LA this week. Here's what's happening.
Wonder Dave's Safe Words: New Comedy Night at the SF Eagle
Wonder Dave, the host of the new Safe Words Comedy Showcase at San Francisco's iconic leather bar The Eagle, discussed the ups and downs of working in a not-so-queer business, and how he creates LGBTQ events to counter that.
Review: John Mayer is Remarkable in his First Totally Solo Tour
This new tour marks a first for Mayer: it's his first solo show, and there's a reason it sold out almost instantly: it's an enormously special occasion.
Drag Superstars Join In for 'Drag Isn't Dangerous' Campaign & Telethon
A coalition of LGBTQ media groups and companies is teaming up to fight back against harmful political and media narratives about drag performers and trans people.
Review: Boston Ballet Presents a Delicious 'Don Quixote'
The delicious Boston Ballet production of "Don Quixote" runs until March 26 at the Citizens Bank Opera House
The Things that 'Wild Goose Dreams''s Ryan Mardesich Can't Perform Without
Marrying whimsy, love, and the perilous politic of North Korea, Hansol Jung's "Wild Goose Dreams" is currently enjoying its New England premiere at SpeakEasy Stage.
Review: 'Moving On' Reminds Us Fonda and Tomlin are National Treasures
Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin reunite in a dark comedy that has serious undertones — and allows both iconic actors to show off their craft.
Review: 'Boston Strangler' Spotlights Courageous Female Reporters
Knightley is terrific as the fledgling crime reporter who learns the ropes and grows a tough hide even as her heart remains raw, but Carrie Coon does award-worthy work that almost walks away with the film.
Review: Boston Ballet opens 59th Season with 'My Obsession'
The Boston Ballet opened its 59th season last weekend with a mixed bill that spanned almost 100 years — a bit of history, a modern erotic but delicate pas de deux, and a rouser of a Vegas-inspired ending.
Review: 'Tootsie' is a Witty and Winning Musical
"Tootsie" is winning and witty and a completely enjoyable musical that gets a needed update from the 80s comedy it's based on.