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Amon Ra's Miss & Mr. America Pageant Sept. 29

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he Krewe of Amon Ra presents its annual Miss and Mr. America Pageant on Saturday, September 29 at the Marigny Theatre (behind Cowpokes), 2240 St. Claude Ave. in New Orleans. Doors open at 7pm with showtime at 8pm. Entry donation is $20.

The krewe is looking for a few hot men and a few campy women as contestants.

There is no entry fee. Categories of competition for Miss America include State Costume, Swimwear and Talent. The Mr. America contestants compete in one category only, Swimwear.

Winners receive crown, sash and trophy. Pre-registration is required. Contact Opal Masters at 985.892.3324 or opalmasters@aol.com.

Proceeds from the pageant go towards the Krewe of Amon Ra Bal Masque XLIII on Saturday, January 12, 2008 at English Turn Country Club.

Lords of Leather Presents Flying Down to Rio Sept. 30

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he Lords of Leather invites you to join the krewe for Flying Down To Rio, The T-Back Tea Pool Party on Sunday, September 30 from 3-7pm. Hosted at the Lions Inn, 2517 Chartres St., New Orleans, the event promises food, adult beverages and spicy fun.

Donation is $15 per person and a canned food or personal hygiene item benefiting Food For Friends.

Prizes will be awarded for Best Tan Line, Teeniest Thong, and Best Mrs. Fernando Lamas Look-A-Like, plus a 50/ 50 Raffle.

This fund-raiser benefits the Lords of Leather Bal Masque XXV on Sunday, February 3, 2008 at the Alario Center. For more info, visit LordsOfLeather.COM.

Valhalla Auditions Oct. 1-3

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o Do Productions, fresh off the heels of its rollicking blockbuster Naked Boys Singing, will be holding auditions October 1, 2 and 3 for its next production: Paul Rudnick’s Valhalla.

Valhalla intertwines two stories: the life of Ludwig of Bavaria, the 1880s mad king responsible for building a series of storybook castles inspired by Wagnerian operas, and the fictional adventures of James Avery, a wild Texas teenager of the 1940s. These two iconoclasts are tracked from childhood through their deaths, and while they embody separate eras, they are ultimately revealed as time-traveling soul mates.

The play explores questions of beauty and madness, as both Ludwig and James pursue lives of operatic passion, bringing them in contact with such diverse figures as a high-school quarterback, the prettiest girl in Dainsville, Texas, most of the characters of Lohengrin and Princess Sophie, who declares herself “the loneliest humpback in Europe.”

"Valhalla is a comic epic, confronting the price to be paid for wanting, and getting, everything you dream of." -from Dramatists Play Service To Do Productions is looking for 4 men and 2 women who will play a multitude of roles.Auditions will be held at the Marigny Theatre, 1030 Marigny Street, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, October 1, 2, and 3 at 7pm.

Satyricon Sponsors Opening Night of Carrie’s Facts of Life! Oct. 5

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he Mystic Krewe of Satyricon is sponsoring the opening night of Running With Scissors next comedy spoof, Carrie’s Facts of Life! opening on Friday, October 5 at 7pm at One Eyed Jacks, 615 Toulouse Street. All tickets for this performance are $20 and may be obtained by calling 504.525.4498. For all other performances, please call 504.606.9903.

The Krewe of Satyricon Bal Masque VI is Sunday, January 26, 2008 at the Sugar Mill. Visit MysticKreweofSatyricon.COM for additional information.

Art For Arts’ Sake Presents Four New Exhibitions Opening October 6 at The Ogden Museum

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he Ogden Museum of Southern Art presents the Name Change project, which was started around 1970 by McGowin. Frustrated by the art world’s prescriptive requirements that artists’ work and careers must follow a linear trajectory, he explored a new theory in order to free himself. To demonstrate this theory McGowin changed his name legally twelve times in the District of Columbia court system. For each name he created works of art and exhibited them at the Baltimore Museum of Art in 1972. For the past thirty-five years he continued to create works for the eleven names.

As part of Art For Arts’ Sake, the Ogden exhibition on the fifth floor of the Museum will display each of the artist’s eleven silkscreen pieces – replicating the legal documents representing the eleven changes to his name. They will be accompanied by work created by each of the twelve personas.

Continuing in the galleries of the fifth floor will be a collection of Thornton Modestus Dossett, the eighth of McGowin’s personas. According to McGowin, Dossett was then a “34-year-old, full-time frontend loader operator at the American Sand and Gravel Company,” who used self-induced trance states to achieve his works of art. As this exhibition demonstrates, Dossett continues to work and is one of the most prolific of the eleven artists created

by McGowin.

Ogden Museum Director J. Richard Gruber, Ph.D., says, “McGowin was one of the most advanced artists active in the

1970s. And he still is. His Name Change concept, which continues today, was and is ahead of its time. He sought to escape modernist prescriptions and succeeded.

He also anticipated the pluralism and breakdown of personality as well as the invention of persona that postmodern brought about.”

A book, Ed McGowin: Name Change, with an essay by Museum Director J. Richard Gruber Ph.D., will be available in the Museum store.

Art and Paradise: Self-Taught Art Selections from the Permanent Collections of Ed McGowin and Claudia DeMonte – It took 25 years and thousands of road miles, mainly backroads of the Southern U.S., for McGowin and DeMonte to build their collection of self-taught art. Their primary goal was to meet the artists. Collecting was a byproduct and there was never a consistent theme dictating their choices. As DeMonte says, “This group of works is not a survey of Outsider Art but the result of a personal quest to understand art-making.”

If anything, the collection demonstrates a common theme within selftaught art – repetition. In some cases, it is the obsessive repetition of a technique that is demonstrated by the artist. In others it is theme – often religious, erotic or centered on daily life.

All of the artists in the exhibition are Southern and include Jimmy Lee Sudduth, who passed away recently at the age of 97, Mary Smith, Howard Finster and Pappy Kitchens.

This is New Orleans’ chance to see the collection that has toured Europe, Scandinavia and Japan.

Richard Sexton: Terra Incognita – Recent hurricanes brought America’s third coast more fully into the country’s consciousness. Richard Sexton, along with many Southerners, knows the Gulf Coast intimately. The exhibition, Terra Incognita, will appeal to lovers of fine photography and particularly to those who appreciate landscapes. But most of all, it will be cherished by anyone who spent time running through the dunes or lush forests and tropical landscapes of this beautiful and sometimes stark area.

In the early ‘90s, shortly after moving from San Francisco to New Orleans, Richard Sexton began making black & white landscape photographs of the Gulf Coast.

Over the years, he slowly added to this body of work that began in the coastal regions of Walton County, Florida, and eventually encompassed landscapes in and around New Orleans, and in other areas of the Florida panhandle, southwest Georgia, and the Mississippi coast.

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This exhibition of approximately 60 images will hang in the main gallery on the Ogden’s fourth floor and will open on October 6, continuing through January 2, 2008.

Letters From My Father: Photographs by David Rae Morris and Letters from Willie Morris – From 1976 through 1999, Willie Morris, author of North Toward Home and the youngest editor of Harper’s Magazine, wrote more than a hundred letters to his son, David Rae. This long series, which began when his son was 16, speaks of complex emotions Willie Morris found difficult to communicate in person. Willie Morris was born in Mississippi in 1934.

Theirs was an artistically reciprocal relationship. David Rae Morris took his first photograph at age three and received his first camera at age seven. He took many pictures of his father over these years. In many instances, the camera acted as buffer when the father/son relationship became strained.

Father and son also collaborated on the book My Mississippi, written by Willie Morris with photography by David Rae Morris. The book was completed a few weeks before Willie’s death in 1999 and contemplates the realities of present-day Mississippi, including views on the how the state has changed.

David Rae Morris and Ogden Curator David Houston, have chosen approximately ten of Willie’s letters to be accompanied by selected portraits of their author that could only have been captured by his son.

David Rae Morris’ recent career includes Do You Know What It Means?

The Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina: Photography by David Rae Morris. He was in New Orleans and along the Mississippi Gulf Coast in the days and weeks immediately following Hurricane Katrina’s landfall. The Ogden Museum presented a series of photographs taken by Morris documenting this unprecedented time in history, including people who stayed, neighborhoods destroyed, and search and rescue efforts by teams from across the nation.

Willie Morris, writer and editor, was a staunch member of the Oxford, MS writers’ community and authored many books including Yazoo: Integration in a DeepSouthern Town, Good Old Boy: A Delta Boyhood, The Last of the Southern Girls, James Jones: A Friendship, The Courting of Marcus Dupree, Homecomings, A Prayer for the Opening of the Little League Season, New York Days, North Toward Home and My Dog Skip.

The Ogden Museum of Southern Art reopened October 27, 2005 to a record crowd of more than 600. Since then, the Museum staff has mounted more than 50 exhibitions, including previewing the Patrick F. Taylor Library at Lee Circle. The Museum has employed more than 400 musicians during this period. The Ogden Museum is committed to rebuilding and restoring New Orleans.

Museum hours are Thurs-Sun, 11am – 4pm.

Fish, Bubbles and Balloons: Dream Girls Set for Oct. 6

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n This Together, Inc. (ITT) and the Krewe of Mwindo are joining to gether to present; Fish, Bubbles and Balloons in Dream Girls. This is sure to be the Drag Show of 2007.

Fish, Bubbles and Balloons was such a huge success last year that the event has moved the venue from downtown to uptown to accommodate more people!

Don’t miss it!

The new venue is Laborer’s Union Hall,5100 Tchoupitoulas St. (at Soniat).

Scheduled for Saturday, October 6th, doors open at 7:30pm and the show starts at 8:30pm. A cash bar will be availableThere's plenty of free parking.

Tickets are $15 in Advance, $20 at the Door, and VIP Table of 10 are available for $200.

Call 504.962.3245 for tickets and information.

Please support these great organizations as they continue to bring culture, arts and healthcare to our community.

In This Together, Inc., 1661 Canal St., Ste. 3107, is a nonprofit, 501(c)3 providing Ryan White funded Case Management and HOPWA funded Housing Locater Assistance to PLWA/HIV. Krewe of Mwindo is a Mardi Gras club which produces an outstanding annual ball and supports other worthy causes in the community.

World's 1st Bear Band, BEARFORCE1, Slated to Debut at Oz Oct. 7

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he first real “bear band” of the world, BEARFORCE 1, direct from Amsterdam, makes their debut appearance in America at Oz New Orleans. Slated to perform Sunday, October 7, 8pm, the “bears” also just inked an exclusive deal with Sony BMG. This is no smooth looking boy band, just four furry friends whose passion for singing and performing brought the group together.

Learn more about the band at www.bearforce1.nl.

Council-at-Large Candidate Forum to be Held October 11 at Xavier University

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On Thursday, October 11, from 7 to 9pm, there will be a forum for all candidates for the open New Orleans City Council-at-Large seat sponsored by League of Women Voters, Urban League of Greater New Orleans, and Committee for a Better New Orleans/Metropolitan Area Committee. The Candidate Forum will be held in the Xavier University ballroom, and will be moderated by Roop Raj from WDSU-TV. Candidates will make opening and [continued on Main-8]

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Second Line Parade & Memorial Honoring Boswell Sisters Marks 30th Anniversary of Connee’s Death Oct. 11

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ew Orleans - Bozzies.com and the Pfister Sisters will honor the lives and music of New Orleans’ own Connee Boswell and the Boswell Sisters with a Second Line parade and Memorial Wake in their honor.

The second line will begin at the corner of Decatur and St. Ann at 6pm on Wednesday, October 11. The parade will end at the Spotted Cat jazz club at 623 Frenchmen Street where a memorial wake will be

held. The Pfister Sisters will provide entertainment with songs made famous by the Boswell Sisters beginning at 7:00 PM. A short documentary on the life of Connee Boswell and the Boswell Sisters by The Swing Shift will be presented at 8:00 PM. The public is invited to join in the Second Line and Memorial Wake at the Spotted Cat. “When Connee Boswell passed away she was living in New York City,” recalls David McCain, New Orleans native and biographer of the Boswell Sisters. “Although Connee always thought of New Orleans as her hometown, her services and burial took place in New York. She and her sisters would have loved the idea of a second line through the streets of the Quarter in their honor.”

The Boswell Sisters left New Orleans in 1928 to seek fame and fortune and returned in triumph in October 1932 after their jazz-infused harmony singing took the world by storm on network radio, on records and in the movies. On that trip they were met at the L&N Train Station on Canal Street by the mayor’s limousine

and taken by police escort to the Roosevelt Hotel. There they were honored by the city for their success as ambassadors of New Orleans music and given a sirensblazing ride to their home at 3937 Camp Street.

“This won’t be the first parade in New Orleans for the Boswell Sisters,” said Bozzies.com Director Cynthia Lucas. “But there was no memorial for Connee or either of her sisters in this city when they died. These women changed the course of popular music. They continue to draw new fans over 80 years after they made their first record for Victor in a practice room at Werleins Music Store. They deserve to be honored as beloved daughters of New Orleans and to take their place among the great artists from this city. ” Vocal blending, tempo changes and their wonderful ability to swing a song have kept the Boswell Sound fresh and exciting. Their success is made all the more amazing by the fact that Connee spent most of her life in a wheelchair after a bout with polio left her legs partially paralyzed.

“Their incredible music alone would be enough to make us remember them,” said Lucas. “When you add their story of devotion to one another and understand the courage it took to for Connee to carry on a successful career on her own, it’s a memory worth celebrating.”

Marriage and family ended the careers of Martha and Vet Boswell in 1936.

Connee Boswell went on as a solo act, appearing in films, on Broadway and on TV including a feature role in NBC’s 1959 series “Pete Kelly’s Blues.” She recorded many hits during her career including several chart-topping duets with Bing Crosby.

She continued to perform until a year before her death and made her final appearance with Benny Goodman in New York in 1975.

The Pfister Sisters, Holley Bendtsen, Yvette Voelker and Debbie Davis, are New Orleans artists who have made the music of the Boswell Sisters the foundation of their repertoire. The group was founded over 20 years ago and has appeared regularly in New Orleans and across the nation at top jazz festivals. The Pfisters latest honor was to be selected as New Orleans’ artists in residence at Abbaye aux Dames in Saintes, France. This sojourn will take them to a nunnery in the Bordeaux region where they will perform throughout the month of November and early December.

The first website devoted exclusively to the Boswell Sisters and Connee Boswell, Bozzies.com features bios, articles, pictures, interviews and music from the Boswell Sisters and Connee Boswell, as well as podcasts and features on musicians who perform their music and the fans who still avidly enjoy them.

New Playwrite Group Forming in New Orleans

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ouie Crowder and Timm Holt are forming a new playwright group for individuals to hear their work in a staged-reading forum called the New Orleans Playwrights Alliance. The organization will provide an environment for writers, directors, actors, and producers to meet and network. Playwrights will submit their work to the Alliance and every month there will be one reading. The events will have the following structure: a [continued on Main-10]

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Part One: Positive feedback from the audience to the playwright; Part Two: Constructive criticism from the audience; and Part Three: Audience questions for the playwright.

Guidelines are as follows for the play submission: play never produced; one act or full play; type 12 point in standard playwright format; and hard copy submission. When play is chosen, it is the responsibility of the playwright to obtain director and actors for the reading.

The first reading will take place at Cowpokes on October 11 at 7pm. Playwright submissions should be sent to: Louie Crowder; 2233 St. Charles, Apt 101; New Orleans, LA 70130.

Petronius' Boogie Frights Oct. 19 at Marigny Theatre

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he Krewe of Petronius presents Boogie Frights: A Thrilling Drag Show on Friday, October 19 in the Marigny Theatre behind Cowpokes, 1030 Marigny St., in New Orleans. Participants will also be treated to a Costume Contest, Silent Auction, and 50/50 Raffle, along with door prizes. Tickets are $10 with reserved VIP Tables at $60.

The Krewe of Petronius Bal Masque XLVII, will be held at the Scottish Rite Temple, 619 Carondelet, on Sunday, Janu-

ary 13, 2008. For more information e-mail kreweofpetronius@bellsouth.net.

Oakwood Center Begins 25 Day Countdown

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retna, LA - With only 25 days to go until the October 19 grand reopening of Oakwood Center, fashion retailer Forever 21 tops the newest retailer list and compliments previously announced names such as American Eagle Outfitters, Bath & Body Works, Wet Seal and Lids.

“Forever 21, Aldo and Mochaccino’s Gourmet Coffee are new to the mall,” said John Bucksbaum, chief executive officer for General Growth Properties. “Re-opening Oakwood Center is the first of many great things to come and a new chapter for Jefferson Parish and the New Orleans market.” Bucksbaum also announced that General Growth has purchased the space formerly occupied by Mervyn’s Department Store. “Our acquisition of Mervyn’s represents a significant additional investment in Oakwood,” he said. “Taking over this anchor space gives us a way to re-envision that portion of the shopping center and rebuild it in way that will newly delight our customers and give them things they never had before.”

Shoppers have many choices available.

APPAREL • Forever 21: contemporary women’s and men’s apparel; a constant flow of fun and creative clothing designs and the accessories to make your look come together at the right price • After Hours Formalwear: specializ-

ing in quality formal wear for every budget • Avenue: women’s plus size clothing, dresses, swimwear, jeans, lingerie and shoes • Nouveau: premium denim, contemporary casual sportswear and related accessories • Torrid: cutting-edge apparel and accessories for young women in sizes 12-26 DINING • Great American Cookie Co.: quality fresh-baked cookies, cookie cakes and brownies • Mochaccino’s Gourmet Coffee & Tea: finest gourmet coffee beans originating from the world’s leading estates • New Orleans Original Daiquiris: Over 20 unique frozen drink offerings JEWELRY • Kay Jewelers: specialty jewelry brand in the United States, offering fine jewelry at a great price • Mignon Faget: New Orleans artist Mignon Faget designs hand-crafted jewelry in Sterling Silver and 14K Gold with precious and semi-precious gemstones SHOES • Aldo: specializing in the creation of high-quality fashion footwear, leather goods and accessories • Finish Line: men’s, women’s and children’s brand name athletic, outdoor and lifestyle footwear, activewear and accessories • Foot Action: brand name fan gear, footwear, apparel and more • Payless ShoeSource: family footwear and accessories including women’s shoes, men’s shoes, girl shoes, boy shoes, infant shoes

SPECIALTY RETAILERS • GNC: specialty retailer of vitamins and health supplements • Radio Shack: specialty retailer of consumer electronics For more information about Oakwood Center visit www.oakwoodcenter.com.

General Growth Properties, Inc. is the second largest U.S.-based publicly traded real estate investment trust (REIT) based upon market capitalization. General Growth has ownership interest or management responsibility for a portfolio of more than 200 regional shopping malls in 45 states, as well as ownership interest in master-planned community developments and commercial office centers.

General Growth’s international portfolio includes ownership and management interests in shopping centers in Brazil and Turkey. The Company’s portfolio totals approximately 200 million square feet and includes more than 24,000 retail stores nationwide. General Growth Properties, Inc. is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol GGP. For more information, visit www.ggp.com.

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Satyricon, Dancers, Shows ~ New Orleans

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Queen Satyricon I Becky Allen & King Satyricon IV Todd Blauvelt do Bingo with Becky’s Balls at The Friendly Bar

Marcy Marcell & Mr. Gay Pride Keno Cane Broadway in the Starlight Revue

Opal Vanderhurst at Big Daddy’s in The Zoo Revue

Opal Masters guest emcees Crescent City Divas at Cowpokes

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Guest David, President Joe, Captain Mickey & Treasurer Ted welcome one & all to Bingo with Becky’s Balls at The Friendly Bar Annex

Class & Trash Revue headliner Tittie Toulouse, Show Bar of the Year Cowpokes

Lauren Brown’s favorite star Rhonda Roget in Crescent City Divas

Excitement in the Starlight Revue

Fall Lieutenant Jim Farrell serves up the meat for Satyricon’s Bingo with Becky’s Balls at The Friendly The stars of the Starlight shows

Entertainer of the Year Princesse Stephaney appears in the Class & Trash Revue at Cowpokes

Tami Tarmac named “Big Bird” by some in the audience for her Crescent City Divas performance

Corner Pocket Calendar Boy contestant Mike

Rusty LaRoux headlines The Zoo Revue at Big Daddy’s

Miss Gay New Orleans Passion Armani Cassidine hits the stage for Cowpokes’ Class & Trash Revue

Brittney O’Bryan guest stars in Crescent City Divas at Cowpokes

Edwin, Ken & Mike compete in Corner Pocket’s Calendar Boy Contest

Zoo Revue’s Sandy Phillips at Big Daddy’s

Alexis Daniels guest stars in the Class & Trash Revue at Cowpokes

Bill & Chris pop in for the show at Cowpokes

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Spice Pastes

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pice pastes for bar-b-que is very popular in many cultures.

All are very aromatic and most can enliven any meat as well as seafood.

Today we are going to learn several, all from different regions of the world, one more delicious the than the next.

GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH NORTH AFRICAN SPICE PASTE Though there are plenty chilies in this paste, they don’t over power it. The aromatic bite of coriander, the earthiness of cumin, and the licorice trace of caraway seeds create a complex flavor. This paste is also delicious with pork.

8 (2 inches-long) dried red hot chilies 2 tablespoons coriander seeds 1 tablespoon cumin seeds 1 tablespoon caraway seeds 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 tablespoon black peppercorns 2 teaspoons kosher salt 5 tablespoons olive oil Coarsely grind chilies, spice seeds, garlic, and peppercorns in a grinder or with mortar and pestle, and then stir together with the salt and oil in a bowl to form a spice paste. Rub all over the chicken breasts. Oil grill rack, then grill the chicken, skin sides down first, over coals, turning over occasionally and moving around if flare-ups occur, until browned, 4 to 5 minutes total. Move chicken to an area with no coals underneath, arranging chicken so that the thickest areas are nearer the coals, then cover with an inverted roasting pan and grill, turning chicken over once, until cooked through, 15 to 17 minutes. Transfer to platter and let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Chicken rubbed with spice mix, can marinate with spice paste, covered and chilled, up to four hours. Spice paste keeps, covered and chilled, up to one week.

GRILLED GIANT PORK CHOPS WITH ADOBO PASTE The flavors of Mexico enliven this adaptable spice paste which is used on grilled beef or chicken, as well as pork. If you want to make the flavor even more complex, substitute crushed chili de arbol for the crushed red pepper flakes.

2 ½ tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons paprika 1 ½ tablespoons dried oregano, crumbled 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 ½ teaspoons cumin 1 ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes 1 ½ teaspoons finely 7 grated fresh lime zest 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper 4 (1 ½ inch) bone in loin pork chops (about ¾ lb each) Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking with medium-hot charcoal. Stir together all ingredients except pork chops, in a bowl to form spice paste, then rub paste all over pork chops. Oil grill rack, then grill

chops over coals, turning over occasionally and moving around if flare-ups occur, until browned, 2 to 3 minutes total. Move chops to an area with no coals underneath, then cover with inverted roasting pan and grill, turning chops once, until thermometer inserted horizontally into center of chop ( do not touch bone ) registers 145 degrees, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to platter and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

BEEF KEBABS WITH SOUTHEAST – ASIAN – STYLE SPICE PASTE This paste showcases the layered flavors of Southeast Asian cooking. While the lemon grass does require a bit of work, its penetrating flavor is key. Adjust the amount of jalapeno peppers according to your heat tolerance. This spice paste is also very good on lamb.

1 large fresh lemongrass stalk, tough outer leaves discarded 1 tablespoon coriander seeds 2 tablespoons minced peeled ginger 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 large shallot, minced 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, minced, including seeds 2 tablespoons Asian sesame oil 2 teaspoons kosher salt 2 teaspoons white pepper 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 ½ lb sirloin tip, trimmed and cut in to 1 inch cubes 8 (12 inch) wooden skewers, soaked in warm water, 30 minutes Mince enough lemongrass from lower 4 inches of stalk to measure 4 tablespoons. Coarsely grind coriander seeds in grinder or with mortar and pestle, and then stir together with remaining ingredients, except beef cubes, in a bowl.

Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking with medium-hot charcoal. Toss sirloin with ½ cup paste in a large bowl. Thread chunks on wooden skewers ¼ inch apart. Oil grill rack, and then grill kebabs, turning occasionally and moving around if flare-ups occur, 5 to 6 minutes for medium rare.

ORANGE-BRINED PORK CHOPS WITH HERB RUB This spice rub reflects the American or British use of favorite herbs such as sage and rosemary. It is not really a paste as such, but is included here for the wonderful flavor it imparts to grilled meats.

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by Rip & Marsha Naquin-Delain www.ripandmarsha.com E-mail: info@ambushmag.com

New Orleans Restaurant Guide Bumpin' Tacos, 720 St. Louis, inside Sean Kelly's Irish Pub, is a great choice for those craving Mexican/American delights including quesadillas, salads, nachos, tostadas, tacos, enchiladas, burritos and even special dinners. Open noon til 7 days, the eatery offers carry-out, indoor seating and free delivery through late night. Call 565.7777 to order or for more info.

Buffa's, 1001 Esplanade at Burgundy, serves breakfast 8am-4pm daily featuring homemade biscuits and sausage gravy, and real hash browns along with bacon, sausage, ham, eggs or omelettes. Lunch and dinner is also available here. Call 949.0038 for info.

Bywater Bar.B.Que, 3162 Dauphine St., is noted for its gumbo, barbeque, pizza, sandwiches and specials. Hours are Mon., Tues. Thurs., Fri. 11am-9pm; Sat. & Sun. 9am-9pm. Closed Wed. Call 944.4445 for additional info.

Cafe Amelie, 912 Royal St., offers romantic courtyard or indoor dining along with both eclectic culinary creations and drinks. Serving lunch and dinner: Wed.-Sun. 11am9pm, Sat. breakfast 10am-3pm & Sun. brunch 10am-3pm. Call 412.8965 for reservations or additional information.

Clover Grill, 900 Bourbon St., is open 7 days and features breakfast including build your own omelettes. But let’s not forget their fab burgers grilled right under a hub cap and then there’s all those sandwiches, sides, desserts and shakes. Call 598.1010 or visit CloverGrill.COM. Country Club Cafe, 634 Louisa St. Under the direction of Chef Estelle, yes, that Estelle, you will find two delightful menus. The Cafe & Bar Menu served Monday through Thursday 11am-6pm gives one selections under appetizers, flatbreads, salads, sandwiches, entrees and desserts. On the Luncheon & Dinner Menu served Friday through Sunday 11am-11pm you will find appetizers, soups, flatbreads, salads, wraps, entrees and desserts. Call 945.0742 for additional information or visit TheCountryClubNewOrleans.COM. Elizabeth’s Restaurant, 601 Gallier St. It's slogan, real food done real good, says it all. You will find some of the best breakfast, lunch and dinner specialties available in town. Serving lunch Wed.-Fri. 11am-2:30pm, dinner Wed.-Sat. 6-10pm, Sat. & Sun. brunch 8am-2:30pm. Phone 944.9272 for information or visit elizabethsrestaurant.com.

Hillery's on Toulouse, 827 1/2 Toulouse, offers Neo-Creole cuisine, awardwinning gumbo and grilled oysters, with a full dinner and and full Southern breakfast menu. Serving breakfast 7-11am, Happy Hour noon-7pm, and dinner 610pm. Call 571.2888 for additional information or reservations.

Marigny Perks, 2401 Burgundy, serves gourmet coffee, sandwiches, pastries, danish and cakes.

Open 7 days 7am-10pm.

Call 948.7401 or visit www.marignyperks.com.

Meauxbar Bistro, 942 N. Rampart St., serves classic contemporary bistro fare in the Quarter on the edge. Serving dinner and drinks Tues.-Sat, 6-10pm.

Call 569.9979 for reservations or information.

Mona Lisa Restaurant, 1212 Royal St., features Italian specialties including salads, pizzas, sandwiches and both lunch and dinner entrees. Lunch 11am-5pm Thurs.-Mon., Dinner 5pm-10pm 7 days. Call 522.6746 for info.

Orleans Grapevine, 720 Orleans, is located in a beautifully renovated 1809 building offering a pleasant atmosphere, extensive wine list with over 350 selections and delicious food including prime steaks, lobster tails and rack of lamb. Serving dinner 5-11pm daily. Call 523.1930 for additional information.

Petunias, A Restaurant, 817 St. Louis, is open daily 8am-6pm serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, crepes, po-boys, salads, gumbo and Cajun/Creole specialties. Dinner is served Thurs. through Sun. 6pm til. Call 522.6440 for more info.

cookin' w/auntie dee ...from M-16 ½ teaspoon dried marjoram ¼ teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) In a large non-metal bowl, combine all brine ingredients; mix well. Add pork chops, cover bowl; refrigerate 6 to 8 hours to marinate. In a small bowl combine the brown sugar with the spices, mix well. Set aside. After the chops have been marinated. Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal. Remove pork chops from brine; discard brine. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Rub generously with the herb rub on both sides. Grill pork chops 4 to 6 inches above coals.

Cook 20 to 25 minutes, until no longer pink in the center, turning once.

VEGETABLE KABOBS These kabobs make a great side dish for any of the grilled meats above.

2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary 1 teaspoon sugar

½ teaspoon salt 1 small eggplant 1 green bell pepper 1 red bell pepper 1 large onion 2 zucchini 2 yellow squash 1 (8 ounce) package small whole mushrooms 6 (10 inch) wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes just prior to using Stir together the first seven ingredients in a 13 x 9 inch baking dish; set aside.

Cut eggplant into 1 inch cubes. Cut bell peppers into 1 ½ inch pieces. Cut onion into 8 wedges. Cut zucchini and yellow squash into ½ inch thick slices. Place vegetables on skewers; place in sauce mixture, turning to coat. Cover and let stand 1 hour. Remove kabobs from marinade, reserve marinade. Grill, covered with grill heat over medium heat 12 to 17 minutes; turn occasionally and baste with reserved marinade.

Enjoy your grilled meal. Fall is the most pleasant time of the year for grilling outdoors, with the milder temperatures.

You may contact me at Auntie_Dee@hotmail.com.

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by Brian Sands

E-mail: bsnola2@hotmail.com

The Red Sneaks at NORD

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len”, “a City Hall that don’t know nothing” and “nothing works like a bribe” are hers or freshly minted for this production, they

f Anthony Bean’s recent Soulville II (reviewed 2 issues ago) could be New Orleans’ answer to Elizabeth Swados’ Runaways, then the Crescent City Lights Youth Theater’s recent production of The Red Sneaks gave us Swados herself.

In The Red Sneaks, Swados reset the classic fable The Red Shoes in New York City and infused it with a rap, samba, hip hop and world music flavored score. Director J Hammons and the CCLYT troupe have reset it again in an evacuation shelter after Katrina. Diamond Butler, Harold Jenkins & Tyler Chetta in As usual, Swados has a The Red Sneaks tendency to be a bit didactic but paint a sad portrait of a world that no child whether lines about “textbooks being stoshould have to grow up in but too many do.

Hammons directed smoothly and Quartermaster: The Nellie Deli, 1100 pushed his teenage cast to give emotionBourbon St., was voted Restaurant/Deli of ally truthful performances. Maritza the Year once again and is open 24 hours Mercado-Narcisse’s choreography was 7 days. Serving breakfast, lunch and dininventive without overtaxing the kids. ner, the deli offers free delivery. Call Meghan Swartz, Curtis Pierre, Bomani 529.1416 to order.

Pierre, Gene Black and Bruce Tyner made Riche, Fulton Street at Poydras inside up the tight band that ably captured Harrah's Hotel, brings Chef Todd English Swados’ intricate rhythms. with his one and only French brasserieComing on the heels of Soulville II style restaurant to the city. Just steps from and last year’s Cats, The Red Sneaks the Convention Center and Harrah's Cademonstrated once again the range of sino, call 533.6117 for reservations and youthful talent in New Orleans. information.

Looking a bit like Alfred E. Neuman’s Tomatillo's Restaurant, 437 Esplason, Tyler Chetta made an unforgettable nade Ave., is open Tues., Wed. 11amdevil figure. With dancing, acting and sing10pm; Thurs.-Sun. 11am-11pm. The resing talents worthy of Broadway, this young taurant refers to itself as "A Mexican Joint" pro was not afraid to play truly evil. Smooth featuring appetizers, soups, salads, make as silk, only Chetta’s leering eyes beyour own combination plates, house spetrayed his cruel intentions. Already the cialties, burritos, desserts, and of course, veteran of a half dozen films, the only specialty margaritas. Call 945.9997 for [continued on Main-20] reservations or information.

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trodding the boards ...from M-18 question I have is whether he’ll become a star of stage, screen or both.

As Dedre, the girl tempted by the red sneaks, Diamond Butler made a touching tragic heroine. Harold Jenkins’ smoky voice served him well as he tried to save Dedre from herself. Stand-outs in the ensemble included Daniel Hereford, Whitney Mixon and Tatyana Reimonenq.

The Red Sneaks is not a classically “feel-good” musical. But with all the talent that CCLYT pulled together for it, I left NORD feeling very good indeed.

Old is New Again in London’s West End

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f you should find yourself in London in the next few months, you’ll be surprised at how familiar the West End feels. There are revivals of Cabaret, Fiddler on the Roof, Grease, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and The Sound of Music.

Avenue Q, Chicago, The Lion King, Spamalot and Wicked have come over from Broadway with Hairspray soon to join them. Billy Elliot, Blood Brothers, Buddy, Momma Mia, Les Miz, The Mousetrap, Phantom and The Woman in Black continue to run and run and run.

So while one is ordinarily faced with an embarrassment of new riches to choose from, I found it to be a bit of a challenge this time. As it turned out, even the new works I saw were, each in their own way, a bit old.

One of the surprise hits of the season is the revival of Boeing Boeing, a mildly

sexy farce that ran for seven years in the West End in the 1960s. In it, Bernard tries to show his friend Robert how much fun it can be to have three girlfriends as long as they’re stewardesses each of whom has a completely different schedule. Of course,when the schedules break down, panic, desperation and, somewhat surprisingly, a happy resolution ensue.

Boeing Boeing is a very funny play though it lacks the full-throttled door-slamming finale I was expecting given that there are seven doors on stage to slam.

Still, Matthew Warcus’ brilliant direction found every laugh there was to be had and probably added a few of its own.

The production’s five British actors (Doon Mackichan, Kevin R. McNally, Amy Nutall, Neil Stuke, and Elena Roger who’s actually Argentinian but she seems British even though she plays an Italian) are all extremely gifted farceurs who make the absurd material seem perfectly natural.

The sixth actor, Rhea (Cheers) Perlman, is a recent addition to the cast and if her style is more comedia del’arte than Fedeau, it works in part because of her great comic timing and knowing just how to put a line over, and also because it makes sense that the put upon maid might approach the world a bit differently than those she works for.

Boeing Boeing is not the sort of play that will change your life but it will make you laugh hard. Very hard.

Pedro Almodovar’s All About My Mother may not change your life but it is a sublime film that can help you look at life in a new, more humanistic way. The Old Vic is currently giving the world premiere to Samuel Adamson’s worthy if flawed

stage adaptation of it.

All About My Mother begins with the accidental death of Manuela’s son and after taking its characters on a revelatory journey that includes a pregnant nun, a transsexual father, dueling lesbians and a suicide attempt, concludes its surreally melodramatic tale with its characters’ commitment to not befouling a newborn child’s life with lies and deception.

While Adamson preserved Almodovar’s basic story line, he failed to find the theatrical equivalent of the great Spanish director’s jaunty, jazzy cinematic style. As such, this Mother feels like an adaptation rather than an organically created piece of theater.

For instance, one wonders why Adamson didn’t relocate the setting to the United Kingdom rather than having Brits try to play Spaniards. More importantly, one wishes Adamson had realized that whereas brush strokes can define character in the movies, theater demands a more filled-in canvas.

That said, people who are unfamiliar with Almodovar in general and Mother (the movie) in particular might respond more positively to the stage’s Mother. And how can you not enjoy something that includes such descriptive lines as “an apocalypse of plastic tits” and “She’s always looking for fresh muff”?

That last line is made even more delicious as the object of it is none other than the Tony Award-winning Dame Diana (“Mrs. Peel”) Rigg who seems to be having a grand old time playing a slightly over the hill diva—picture her as a more past her prime than usual Blanche DuBois— who has her hands full trying to cajole her

younger lover to stay away from pills and booze.

The rest of the cast conveys the requisite Almodovarian flair to a greater (Joanne Froggatt, Mark Gatiss) or lesser (Eleanor Bron, Charlotte Randle) extent with the critical exception of Lesley Manville who makes a magnificent Manuela precisely balancing between tragedy & comedy, pathos & gumption and displaying the death-defying resiliency that defines Almodovar’s heroines.

All About My Mother plays until November 24. If Adamson is willing to let his imagination run as wild as Almodovar’s and reconceptualize his Mother, and Director Tom Cairns and his design team can punch up the production’s visual style, musical segues and overall fluidity, this Mother could become the critical and commercial success that it has the potential to be.

Also taking its cue from the movies is the award-winning stage version of Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps in which four actors play all the roles. It certainly has its fun bits, especially the famed chase on top of the train, but it seems to have lost a bit of its snap since opening a year ago.

Any sense of subtlety has gone out the window and with camp substituting for Hitchcock’s deadly seriousness (albeit with a wink at the audience) in both the intrigue and the love story, the stakes are lowered and consequently the entire enterprise is not as involving as it could be.

Were The 39 Steps an hour-long goof as might be seen at, say, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, I’m sure it would be a kick.

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by Toni J.P. Pizanie E-mail: Psalmwrite@aol.com

Fall Fun

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all has always been my favorite time of year. The weather has much to do with it as the humidity lessens and activities are abundant.

The weekend of mid-September was much like Labor Day weekend with nonstop events. I love weekends where I am running from one great party to the next without much sleep between.

This particular weekend started with Al Hardouin and me enjoying some oldies but goodies on the tennis count. Since Al and I are both former tennis players, we were excited to learn that Martina Navratilova and Monica Seles were doing a charity exhibition here at the New Orleans Arena.

trodding the boards ...from M-20 But even at a mere 90 minutes, at times this version feels unnecessarily inflated with shtik. No wonder a planned Broadway transfer didn’t materialize except as a co-production with a non-profit company.

As the dashing Richard Hannay, Robert Portal’s leading man good looks serve him well even if his charisma doesn’t become fully apparent until Act Two. In the Madeleine Carroll role, Rachel Pickup’s stylish righteousness ultimately melts into touching warmth; I hope and expect we’ll be seeing more of this young actress in the future. Jimmy Chisholm amuses in a multiplicity of roles; Simon Gregor, the lone holdover from the original cast, also amuses but seems to have forgotten by now that less is oftentimes more.

Interestingly, it was the Americans of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater performing works from 1960-1976, who gave the freshest presentation of “old” works.

Alvin Ailey’s legacy is quite secure without an in-depth analysis from li’l ol’ me so I’ll just say that Night Creature was sinuous, sassy, snazzy, sensual, dazzling, playful, joyous and, in a word, magnificent.

The dancers radiated a oneness with Duke Ellington’s music and Ailey’s timeless choreography not only in their bodies but in their souls and made it all seem effortless. Linda Celeste Sims shone as a prima ballerina of the highest order.

I would use all of the above adjectives to describe Alicia J. Graf and Clifton Brown in Pas De Duke as well as smooth and jaunty and, in a word, superb.

If The River with its themes of birth and regeneration was not quite as tight as Night Creature it was still stunning, exuberant, commanding and very powerful.

Ailey’s masterpiece Revelations proved itself once again to be a transcendent melding of art and spirituality, and if the company performed it brilliantly, Gwynenn Taylor Jones and Adam McKinney were particularly outstanding in the Fix Me, Jesus section.

If you want to see why the normally reserved British audience gave the AAADT a cheering, standing ovation, do not miss them when they perform in the New Orleans area next Spring.

To be truthful, I was expecting more of a full house that was actually there but this large arena did have a good crowd. Of course, there was a great showing by the Bayou Tennis Women. For those of you who do not remember from previous articles, this is the New Orleans lesbian tennis group.

There was good representation from the area school children who were benefiting by this exhibition. And everyday tennis fans like Al and me filled in the sections at courtside.

Live music filled the air before and after the matches. The matches themselves which were entertaining and somewhat exciting were also an example of how much difference ten years in age made between the two contestants. Although a little slower than the last time I saw her live, Martina has a grace on court that is a joy to watch. Seles surprised me with a forceful striking of the ball and great line shots. The final score was Seles 6-4, 6-2.

After a bit of nonsensical promotion, LSU’s Luke Jensen took to the court with Martina for a doubles match with Monica and partner. Jensen has quick hands and led the team to victory in doubles. Jensen is also a very entertaining jokester which made the match go all too quickly.

I was up bright and early on Saturday for the PFLAG Board breakfast at Petunias. I learned that Peter Thomas had retired to Florida and Hoyle Byrd his partner was off to visit him on this weekend.

Life changes so fast. Todd of theatre fame and hard worker for Pride was our server.

As ever, Jay Loomis cooked us the perfect breakfast and even had time to come out to the table to say hello to old friends.

The reason for this event was Charlie Cook, the PFLAG National Representa-

tive to the Southern Region. This was his first visit to New Orleans and we made him feel at home. I’ve even heard that he would like to move here because he loves the way everyone works together. That is a great compliment.

Julie Thompson and I took Charlie for a tour of Lakeview and Gentilly so he could see and report back on the condition of New Orleans to the DC crowd. Everyone hears about the lower 9th but few even know or seem to care about the flooding that took place in Bucktown, Lakeview and Gentilly. Charlie was shocked as we pointed out the large number of For Sale signs and abandoned properties. We passed the spot where the leve began to crumble and watched men still at work in the area. It was a sobering afternoon.

Saturday evening was the Forum for Equality’s 2007 Acclaim Awards at the Astor Crowne Plaza. These guys like to party in style. We were greeted by Tim Hornback and Dexter Brecht.

The PFLAG Board was on hand to see President Julie Thompson receive the Chapter the Political Activism Award.

We were in good company as awards were also given to: Project Lazarus – Community Health Award; Dennis Woltering – Media Award; Senator Edwin Murray – Political Leader Award; Barbara Motley – Arts & Entertainment Award; and the prestigious Chair’s Award to Rabbi Edward Cohn.

Over the years, I have attended many of these types of awards dinners but this was the most efficient and pleasantly organized of all the dinners. Thanks go to Committee Chair Patrick Lee. The awards were presented while we ate unlike some dinners that make you wait so long for the meal that most of the participants are drunk before the food arrives. That isn’t a joke and it has happened more than once.

The evening was delightful. Charlie said he had lots of great news and stories to share when he returns to Washington.

All the PFLAG Board got to fondle the impressive award and get their pictures taken. Julie made two very important points in her acceptance speech – helping our gay students through PFLAG Scholar-

one last song

by Donnie "Jager" Jay, SDGM XXXII E-mail: donniejay@hotmail.com

Time Passes Quickly

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irst off, before I do anything else, I’m afraid I am going to have to apologize for last week’s column. I am not sure of how or when it happened, but somehow while I was asleep or our of the house, that damn Man-eating Lamb, somehow got onto my computer, deleted what I had written and rewrote what was suppose to be my views on this year's Southern Decadence and replaced it with his own. Now how in the hell he accomplished this I have no idea, but after reading what he did to his last handler, I think I really have to watch my step. Who knows what fist is up his rear and may be operating him this week. I know it wasn’t mine when he wrote the article and it leaves me wondering just who it was. Of course, there are many suspects, none of which I will name here,

but I’m sure there is more than one queen out there that would love to express their views clearly in each issue of Ambush.

Well it certainly was a very colorful and wild Decadence this year, costumes galore, more than we had last year for sure and what a wonderful day it turned out to be. Working in and around the Golden Lantern was the height of my Decadence Day, interviewing old and new friends certainly was a great experience. I hope I didn’t embarrass anyone with some of the direct questions I may have asked. But as the old saying goes, if you don’t ask you just won’t find out. Perhaps it was a little rude to ask some many questions about size as it were. I thought I was about to get the daylights beaten out of me when I asked a rather tall beefy man the size of his… shoes, they were a rather gorgeous [continued on Main-24]

ships and supporting all of our community with emphasis on transgender equal rights. You may know that much of our present gay political activism excludes transgenders. It is time to include everyone just as PFLAG has done since the time of the Ambush push for equality.

Gosh, that must have been ten years ago now.

The next big event found me up before the sun. It was the NO/AIDS Walk at Audubon Park. The first year of the Walk I was given one of those OBEY ME shirts which friends eventually had to take from me. This year the volunteer tee is sky blue with the traditional logo in red. I have a collection of these tees and hope to make a quilt from them someday – who am I kidding. I don’t sew.

Our cheerleader Randy Trahan brought fun disguises for the volunteers.

I was working incognito as Elton John.

Joan Ellen was a princess, Kathy was Brunhilda (sp) from a Wagnerian opera and Courtney was a flower. It made our day just a little more fun.

Now you all know that I am queer for PFLAG so please bear with me. Almost all of the volunteers in the registration tent were PFLAG members. This is an organization that really cares and takes an active part in the community. Yes, I’ve said it before but it is worth repeating. Not all gay organizations try to help one another which is why we as a gay community get so little done or so little positive recognition from the straight community. Amen, brother & sisters.

The Leather Community was represented by Mr. Louisiana Leather 2008 Michael Albracht. He is so cute I just had to jump up and pinch his cheek; I’m not telling which one either. He was accompanied by Mr. Louisiana Leather 2004 Tim Lott. Tim was really nice to me when I was trying for Ms. Olympus in 2003 so I have a soft spot in my heart for him and Greg.

The turn out of young people is always exciting to me. Just when I think the world has forgotten, thousands of college and high school students turn out to walk to support of the NO/AIDS Task Force.

As a dog lover, I am delighted with the number of dogs that bring their people out to walk and volunteer. Every year, I say I am going to bring Freddie but so far I’ve proven to be a bad mom by keeping him locked in his own back yard. When I got home with the scent of dozens of others dogs, his reaction was rather unfriendly.

I was thinking that this was the best weekend possible until the Saints took a nose-dive. Defense – has anyone tried teaching defense to those overgrown jerks? Ah, but there is always next weekend and hope springs eternal.

Just as I finished writing this article Stewart Butler called to tell me that there will be a party with food and drink on Saturday, October 13th to memorialize Charlene Schneider at her former bar on Elysian Fields. The bar is now named John Paul's. A plaque will be placed at the site in memory of Charlene. One of the organizers can be contacted at 838.6151 for detailed information.

I’m sorry that I won’t be there on the 13th. That is the same date of the PFLAG Convention in DC. Although I will be in Washington, my heart will be with Stewart and Linda and the many that will be there to remember the work Charlene did for the Gay Community and for our civil rights.

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by Douglas Minich, New Orleans E-mail: nolaclubrptr@yahoo.com

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ave you recovered from Decadence yet? I know it has taken me this long but I for one am ready to go on. Good thing too, as there are more events on the horizon. Not on the scale of Southern Decadence, but, like Mardi Gras, I think it is a good thing that it only rolls around once a year.

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he Crescent City Outlaws are ready to host not only their annual run, Jailbreak 7: Escape to Las Vegas, the weekend of September 28 – 30, but they will also be hosting the fall meeting of the Mid America Council of Clubs (MACC). Hosting the MACC meeting is an honor that was bestowed on the Outlaws after last year's very successful Jailbreak 6. I had the pleasure of meeting most of the attendees at Jailbreak 6 and some of the members of the MACC, as well, a great group of folks that were very impressed with the Outlaws ability to organize such a great event so soon after Katrina.

This year’s run promises to be even better. I know some folks have expressed concern about the Outlaws, but they have been working harder than ever to get ready.

Outlaw President Kevin Chesnut tells me they have run registrants from Texas to

one last song ...from Main-22 red patent heel stiletto. I know that the crowds were having as much fun as I was for sure, because almost everyone was cordial and answered the questions I put forth eagerly and without hesitation. I must say that I honestly learned almost too much information on the mating habits of the American gay male. I really learned a few things that Sunday afternoon, some of which I can hardly wait to try in the privacy of my bedroom. Sorry, I can’t give you all the sordid details here, as my editor is still insisting that this is a family publication.

Now I don’t really want to put all the frivolity of that wonderful weekend behind us, but I received a rather distressing email a few days ago. My computer had been down for a few days and I was unable to get to my account. Unfortunately, it was quite a shocker. A wonderful friend of mine, as well as one of many other Quarter residents had passed away in California.

An incredibly talented young man has been assigned his final role. He was just approaching his zenith and was taken at a time that should have been his prime. I am of course speaking about Robbie Thomas. For years he had been the choreographer and back-up dancer for Chris Owens’s show on Bourbon Street.

The last time I saw him on stage was at Le Chat Noir with Becky Allen in a revue based on Ruth Wallis’ songs, he was the guy in the little dingy. A gung-ho type of personality, Robbie was not afraid to portray any character, on any stage, any where.

In fact he was the one who started me on my quest to bring Naked Boys Singing to New Orleans, what now seems like a hundred years ago. He really wanted to do the show, but alas it was never to be until

Minnesota and clubs coming from Atlanta, Nashville, Chicago, North Carolina and Iowa.

Kevin also tells me there will be cocktail parties thrown by visiting and local clubs, games, a trip to the Aquarium of the Americas and a formal dinner at 5 Happiness. Run packets are still available at a cost of $105. Registration forms can be found at www.crescentcityoutlaws.org and you can also contact Kevin at 504.905.6685. Tickets are also available for the Banquet / Dinner at 5 Happiness and can be purchased from Kevin for $25.

The Outlaws have always put on a great run and I am sure they will out do themselves this year. They have also released their theme for Jailbreak 8 which will be I Love the 80‘s. Now that leads down many paths that should prove exciting.

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he Lords of Leather will be hosting an afternoon to Fly Down to Rio on Sunday, September 30th at the Lions Inn Bed and Breakfast, 2517 Charters St. in the Marigny. Admission will be $15 and a nonperishable food item.

Admission will include great Rio food and drinks, as well as a chance to swim. The Lions Inn is a fantastic bed and breakfast just a few months ago. He had been working at the Six Flags Amusement Park in Eastern New Orleans at the time. The show was playing in Houston then and we took a trip to see it. We both fell in love with it and began our quest to bring it here. He would direct the show, star in it and I would produce it, unfortunately for us, it never came about, but went to off-Broadway instead where it is now in its ninth year.

Nine years ago that was, my time passes us by so quickly.

A few years ago, when Six Flags closed for the winter, he went to New Jersey to work for its parent company as an entertainment consultant, returning here about a year and a half ago. I was excited to see him and hoped he had returned for good, but he hadn’t. He left just about a month later heading to L.A. for a job. At the time we had the revival of Take Me Out running at the Marigny Theatre, jokingly he commented that maybe now I should try to obtain Naked Boys Singing.

I said I would try again if he would consider coming back to do it. He said yes and I began to try for it. This time I secured the rights for it, after months of going back and forth with the agency controlling the rights.

I called Robbie at once, but he would not be able to come back for the Decadence opening I had wanted, but agreed if the run ran into November and the Holidays he would be happy to jump in. A footnote here; years ago when someone took a video of the guy dancing sans any clothing on the bar at Lafitte’s that caused such an uproar and brought the reverend Storm to begin his crusade full force against Southern Decadence, that dancer was Robbie.

I spoke to him by phone, about a month before this year's Decadence and

and a great venue for this event.

Lords Ball Captain David tells me that they have plans for games, and raffles, as well a few surprises. There will be contests for Best Tan Line, teeniest Thong / Bikini and more. Come on down to Rio. This event will benefit Food for Friends!

The Lords also continue their 2nd Friday Beer Busts at their home bar, the Phoenix. Stop by and enjoy $5 Beer / Soda Busts, snacks and “Educational Videos”.

Check out all the Lords have in store, at www.lordsofleather.com.

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he Krewe of Mwindo and In This Together, Inc. are teaming up to present Fish, Bubbles and Balloons in Dreamgirls on Saturday, October 6th. Doors will open at 7:30pm and the show will start at 8:30pm at Laborer’s Hall, 5100 Tchoupitoulas St. Admission is $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Laborer’s Hall offers plenty of parking and there will be a cash bar.

In This Together, Inc. is a nonprofit organization providing services to those in our community living with HIV/AIDS. Krewe of Mwindo is a Mardi Gras Krewe that holds an annual ball and supports various community causes.

Come on uptown to see what should be quite a show!

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he New Orleans Bear and Bear Trapper Social Club is recovered from a Decadence packed with activities and continue their 1st and 3rd Friday Beer / Soda Busts at their home bar, the Phoenix. Come on over and enjoy great company, good food and ice cold he said he was sure he would be able to come over for it. I was excited because he was going to be here and Naked Boys Singing would be open. He said he couldn’t wait to see it, but he never did. I do not know if he came to town or not, someone said they had seen him. I never did.

Things like this happen, you go somewhere to look up so many old friends, but there never seems to be enough time to get in touch with them all. I meant to call him or e-mail him, but things were moving so fast for me at the time, I never did, always thinking I would get around to doing so tomorrow. Now there is no more tomorrows for Robbie and I will miss him always because I never made that phone call or sent that e-mail. If he had been here over Decadence I would have jokingly chastised him for not getting in touch with me. He would have bitched back at me, saying there were too many hot young studs around to be tied up with an old fart like me. I would have feigned hurt, we would have laughed, exchanged our stories, and promise each other to get together just as soon as possible. But the possibilities of that happening are gone, unless there is a place after we pass.

Anyway, I know that there is one more shining brightly in heaven tonight, I will gaze upward, smile and sing ONE LAST SONG for Robbie.

So, why have I related this to you, is it to perhaps a way of closure for me, perhaps it is. But more importantly, I want to impress to you all to stay in constant touch with your loved ones and friends, because it is a fact of life that they may not be there tomorrow. Katrina should have taught me that lesson scattering us in all directions.

Fortunately for me I was able to make

beer!

The Bears are already getting organized for Bear Decadence 2008. From what I hear through the homo grapevine, it will be bigger and better. These guys worked very hard this year and did a great job. If next year is to be better; they have a hell of a job before them. I am sure they will rise to the call and succeed.

Check out the Bears website, www.bearsofneworleans.com, for all they have going on. Believe me it is plenty!

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f you or your organization has an event coming up or information you want passed along, please take a moment to drop me an e-mail at nolaclubrptr@aol.com.

Until next time, have a great time in The Big Easy!

on the boards BEATLES4EVER. Le Chat Noir, 715 St. Charles Ave., 581.5812 — Greg DiLeo’s entertaining tribute to the Fab Four. Tickets $20. 8pm Monday. Through Oct. 15.

THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS. Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre, 616 St. Peter St., 522.2081 — Cowboys, [continued on Main-25]

contact with all of my extended family and loved ones. That was not the case for a lot of other people. While you're thinking about it why not go on-line and do a mass mailing just to let others know you're thinking about them. If they are not on-line, just drop them a note. You’ll feel a lot better, I promise you.

I will be going on vacation for the month of October, so I will be AWOL from my day job at The Golden Lantern, but should return on Monday, November 5th, to sling cocktails and all the gossip that’s fit to tell, along with some that really should be kept quiet. Also upon my return I will bring back with me an all new revue LA FAUX FEMME FOLLIES. The new show will star Rikki Redd, Anita Rich Goodman, Mercedes Ellis Loreal, and Vanessa Carmichael. The cast will portray both genders during production numbers.

We have extended our run of Naked Boys Singing at the Marigny Theatre thru October 14th, so there will be tickets available to those of you who have not been able to attend. For reservations please call 504.948.9608.

Well my dear readers, remember as you trek through life be very careful and protect your heart as you would your other vital organs.

My lord, the Man-eating Lamb has left a note under my mouse pad: Dear Donnie, It is best to remember what happened to my last handler. This is just a warning not to try to stop me from writing another column or two in the future. Remember, you do live on the second floor and I would hate to make you stumble downstairs late at night, while you may be going to the lavatory.

Love, Lamb I don’t know if I’ll sleep very well tonight. I may not sleep at all. Perhaps I’ll go out into the back yard. I can always look skyward and sing ONE LAST SONG.

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on the boards ...from Main-24 hookers, hypocritical evangelists and corrupt politicians.

Sound familiar? Derek Franklin & Sonny Borey direct Karen Hebert, Richard Hutton, Kris Shaw, Jesse Terrebonne, Lara Grice, Dane Rhodes and others in this Tony Award-winning musical. Tickets $32, $28 students. 8pm Friday-Saturday, 2pm Sunday. Through Oct. 14.

BLESS YA BOYS. Le Chat Noir, 715 St. Charles Ave., 581.5812 — A loving, irreverent look at our New Orleans Saints. With Will Schneider, Christian Bordelon, Tom Hassinger, Barry Lemoine, Shane Palmer & Jenny Meyer.

Tickets $20. 8pm Tuesday. Through Oct. 30.

THE BREACH. Southern Rep Theatre, The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., third floor, 522.6545 — Written collectively by three playwrights (Catherine Filloux, Tarell McCraney & Joe Sutton), this drama weaves together three tales of those who were left behind after Katrina and were forced to fight for their survival. Ryan Rilette directs Troi Bechet, Kenneth Brown, Kesha Bullard, Bob Edes, Lance Nichols and Sean Patterson. Tickets $16-$26. 8pm Thursday-Saturday, 3pm Sunday. Through Sept. 30.

BURY THE DEAD. St. Mark’s Community Center, 1130 North Rampart Street, 891-6815 — The Cripple Creek Theatre Company presents Irwin Shaw’s classic anti-war play.

Tickets $10. 8pm Thursday-Saturday. Through Oct. 20.

THE FANTASTICKS. Playmakers, 19106 Playmakers Road, Covington, 985.893.1671 — Off-Braodway’s longestrunning musical. Jennifer Harageones Patterson directs Shawn E. Patterson, Chris Abide, Wendy Morell and others.

Tickets $10-20. 8pm Friday-Saturday, 2pm Sunday. Through Sept. 30.

504. Anthony Bean Community Theater, 1333 S. Carrollton Ave., 862.7529 — A musical play written and directed by Anthony Bean about displaced New Orleans youths coming together to sing, dance and talk about what it truly means to miss New Orleans. Tickets $18, $16

students & seniors. 8pm Friday-Saturday, 3pm Sunday. Through Sept. 30.

LOVE AT THE LOUNGE. The Hi Ho Lounge, 2239 St Claude Ave., 800.258.9318/945.4446 — The Four Humours theater company presents two one act plays by Brian Sands, ALL NIGHT SERVICE and EAT PUDDING. Kathryn Talbot directs Lisa Davis, Andrew de la Pena, Molly Maginnis and Hunter McGregor. Tickets $13. 7pm FridaySaturday, 3pm Sunday. October 5-21.

NAKED BOYS SINGING. The Marigny Theatre, 1030 Marigny St., 218.8559/ 948.9608 — New Orleans premiere of the delightful, long-running off-Broadway show featuring, well, the title says it all.

Tickets $25-35. 8pm Friday-Saturday, 6pm Sunday. Extended run through Oct. 14. [continued on Main-27]

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he 2007 NO/AIDS Walk brought out thousands to Audubon Park in New Orleans. The weather was beautiful with a cool front arriving the evening before. Executive Director Noel Twilbeck, Director of Finance Jeannette Beard, Executive Assistant DeAnne deGruy, and Director of Operations Enrique Moresco, applaud all of the participants who raised over $110,000 as of press time with more donations coming in daily.

The top fund-raisers included Top Individual ($36,620), Toby Lefort; Top Mega Team, MAC Cosmetics (over $11,000); Top Team 10 or less, Escapades Saints; Top University, University of New Orleans; Top High School, St. Martin’s Episcopal; and Top Lower School, Trinity Episcopal.

NO/AIDS Task Force would like to thank all of those who participated in the walk and all of the volunteers who helped make this such a successful event. A special thanks to all of the Walk sponsors: Abita Beer, Ambush Mag, Avita Drugs, Cable Positive, City Business, Cox Business Services, Gambit Weekly, HICO Helium, ID Lubricants, Intermarine, Inc., Kentwood Springs Water, Lamar Outdoor Advertising, Louisiana Pizza Kitchen, nola.com, Stoli Vodka, The Times Picayune, Where Y’At, and Whole Foods Market.

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ohn Vignone and Paul Chiriaco are the proud proprietors of New Orleans’ newest club, John Paul’s. Located across the street from the Phoenix in the former About Time location, the guys have fluffed up the place giving it an upscale, comfortable ambience with both inside and outdoor sidewalk table seating.

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ystic Krewe of Satyricon President Joe Brooks, Captain Mickey Gil and Treasurer Ted Jeansonne welcomed guests to the krewe’s Bingo with Becky’s Balls hosted at The Friendly Bar Annex.

The event raised funds for Satyricon’s Bal Masque VI set for Sunday, January 26, 2008, 8pm, at the Sugar Mill in New Orleans.

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aked Boys Singing producers Timm Holt and Donnie Jay announce that their hit show at the Marigny Theatre will be held over for two more weekends in New Orleans. Originally set to close September 30, Naked Boys Singing will now play through October 14. Tickets range in price from $25 to $35 dollars. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 6pm, with student discount (18 years or older with current school ID, theater pros, and senior citizens on Sundays only). For reservations call 504.218.8559 or 504.948.9608. For discounts mention the code SUNS. Naked Boys Singing is now in its ninth year offBroadway and this local premier has received rave reviews from local critics. Don’t miss it! Make your reservations today. Photo: (bottom) Bryan Wager, (second row) Jason George, Travis Resor, Phillip Gordon, (third row) Choreographer Kevin Champagne, Producer Timm Holt, Julius Dietz, Marshal Harris and Producer Donnie Jay.

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ircuit greats Chad Guidry of Houston and Alyson Calagna of Miami jetted into New Orleans along with Joe Gauthreaux (not pictured) of New York City donating their talents for the Circuit Event fund-raiser benefiting Oz resident DJ Jason Lanoux, a recent victim of robbery and house fire, hosted at Oz New Orleans.

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outhern Decadence Grand Marshal and emcee Electra City presents the winners of last week’s Calendar Boy Contest at The Corner Pocket in New Orleans including 2nd place Ken, winner Edwin and 3rd place Kenny.

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hillip and Debi celebrate their Virgo birthdays taking in a performance of the hit play, Naked Boys Singing, now playing at the Marigny Theatre through October 14 in New Orleans.

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artender of the Year Stephen joins Dwain and Xenia at Cowpokes where all three celebrated their Virgo birthdays in New Orleans.

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he Crescent City Outlaws will host Jailbreak 7: Escape to Las Vegas, their annual run, the weekend of September 28-30. Additionally, the club will host the fall meeting of the Mid America Council of Clubs (MACC).

According to Outlaw President Kevin Chesnut, the club has run registrants from Texas to Minnesota and clubs coming from Atlanta, Nashville, Chicago, North Carolina and Iowa.

In addition to cocktail parties, games, and a trip to the Aquarium of the Americas, a formal dinner will be hosted at 5 Happin e s s .

Run packets and dinner tickets are still available.

Contact Kevin Chesnut at 504.905.6685 for packets, tickets or more information.

Registration forms are available at www.crescentcityoutlaws.org.

on the boards ...from Main-25 NUMBER’S UP! Sidearm Gallery, 1122 St. Roch Avenue, 218.8379 — From desolate Alaska, an neo-vaudeville ode to the glorious awkwardness of being. Headliner El Macho Del Norte has wandered off, leaving his overwrought sidekick dreadfully alone. Written and performed by John Leo. Tickets $4-8. 8pm Saturday-Sunday.

September 29-30.

OH KAYE! THE SONGS OF DANNY KAYE. Le Chat Noir, 715 St. Charles Ave.,

581.5812/453.6581 — An all new show celebrating the career of Danny Kaye, who gained international fame in nightclubs, Broadway, the West End, and Hollywood.

Tickets $29 (include $5 bar credit). 8pm Friday-Saturday, 6pm Sunday. Through Ocotber 14.

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THE RED LIGHT DISTRICT VARIETY SHOW. Le Chat Noir, 715 St. Charles Ave., 581.5812/453.6581 — Jim Fitzmorris, Aimee Hayes, Sean Patterson, Cammie West, Evan Prizant, Morla Gorrondona, Rebecca Frank, Angie Joachim & Alan Payne return with the anything-goes topical revue of gossip, raves, rants and rumors about our political affairs. Featuring The Levee Live News with Farrar Hudkins, and a rotating schedule of bands, chanteuses, dancers, freaks and others. Tickets $15. 11pm Saturday.

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2:30pm Sunday. Through Sept. 30.

SYLVIA. Lower Depths Theatre, Loyola University, 6363 St. Charles Avenue, 865.2074 — Benjamin Clement directs A. R. Gurney’s modern romantic comedy about a marriage and a dog who becomes a bone of contention. Tickets $12, $8 students, children & senior citizens. 8pm Thursday-Saturday, 2pm Sunday. October 5-13.

THRILLUSIONS. Harrah’s Casino New Orleans Theatre, 1 Canal St., 533.6600 — The world premiere of a theatrical magic show starring internationally renowned illusionists Philippart and Anja who are making their U.S. debut. Tickets $25 and up; Louisiana residents receive $5 off each ticket. 7pm Thursday-Sunday, 2pm Saturday. Through Oct. 7.

THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE. Rivertown Repertory Theatre, 325 Minor St., Kenner, 468.7221 — Tony Award-winning high-spirited faux 1920s musical romp written by George Abbott and Richard Morris with new music by Jeanine Tesori. Gary Rucker directs Kelly Fouchi, Rich Arnold, Carrie Black, Megan Sauzer Harms, Tracey Collins and others. Tickets $25, $22 seniors (55 and up)/students, $12 children (6-12). Messina’s optional pre-performance buffet is available for $20. 8pm Thursday-Saturday,

TWELFTH NIGHT: THE DRINKING GAME. One Eyed Jacks, 615 Toulouse St., 569.9100 — The Legitimate Theater Company presents an interactive, inebriated take on Shakespeare’s classic tale of mistaken identity. Richard Lovejoy directs Chris Bohnstengel, Kerry Cahill, Denise Centola, Kevin Fricke, Britt Hullender, Michael Oscar Indest, Jr., Christina McCrory, Scott Netterville, Evan Prizant, Carlos Rodriguez, Jon Steele & Ian Schoen.

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NO/AIDS Walk, Toby’s Walk Sponsor Party, Rawhide’s BYOM Night ~ New Orleans photos: Earl De Bouchel, Miss Dee, TJ Rogers

The NO/AIDS Walk heading down Magazine Street

Toby Lefort’s NO/AIDS Walk Sponsor Party at 4 Seasons, Metairie Krewe of Apollo Baton Rouge Team, NO/AIDS Walk Toby Lefort’s NO/AIDS Walk Sponsor Party at 4 Seasons, Metairie

Manager Joe & Ron grillin’ at Rawhide’s BYOM Night

Toby Lefort,Top Individual raising $36,620 for NO/AIDS Walk Food Tenet Volunteer & Rob Gerhart from Louisiana Pizza Kitchen Uptown, NO/AIDS Walk

Toby Lefort’s NO/AIDS Walk Sponsor Party at 4 Seasons, Metairie

MAC Cosmetics Team, winning Mega Team bringing in over $11,000 for NO/AIDS Walk Tony serving up some of the sides at Rawhide’s BYOM Night

The Stoli Studs, NO/AIDS Walk

4 Seasons’ manager Brad Held & Toby Lefort, Toby’s NO/AIDS Walk Sponsor Party at 4 Seasons, Metairie

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Bryan Batt & Jackie Clarkson, NO/AIDS Walk

Toby Lefort’s NO/AIDS Walk Sponsor Party at 4 Seasons, Metairie

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capitol comments

by Bob Hemby, Austin, TX E-mail: capitolcomments@yahoo.com

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ell, the rodeo has packed up its wagon and moved on out of town. TGRA wrapped up the 2007 Capital City Rodeo this past Sunday and judging by the crowd reaction, it was a big success. Our ten gallon hats are off to the production staff that went out of their way to make sure contestants and attendees had one big “yeehaw” of a time.

Mark Miller, 2007 Capital City Rodeo Director, wanted to send out thanks to sponsor bars the Rainbow Cattle Co. and Oilcan Harry’s. Their backing played a large part in the success of this year’s rodeo. This is just one more way these two Austin institutions dig deep to give back to our community. Stop by and have a cocktail or two and help TGRA say thanks for the support.

Ambush was proud to help promote the rodeo and our Austin staff is still recovering from all the fun. Be sure to pick up our next issue for more coverage.

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nd if you still haven’t got your party fix satisfied, drop into Oilcan Harry’s this coming Sunday for Joy. Miss H and Oilcan Harry’s pull out all the stops in this monthly dance party. Joy takes flight from 4pm to 9pm the last Sunday of every month. Drop in and set your soul free.

Every Monday night at 9:30pm Karaoke is king at Oilcan Harry’s. On Tuesdays it’s Martini Madness. Thursday’s Calendar Boy contest with Bobby Cook helps round out the week at Austin’s leading purveyor of nighttime pleasure. Everything truly is better if it comes from the “Can.”

ones as well. Impress that certain someone as you twirl them around the floor.

Dancing is great exercise and the classes at the Rainbow Cattle Co. are a great way to meet new people while working up a good sweat. All beginners and all levels are welcome.

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ver on San Jacinto, CP is becoming the headquarters for alternative fun in Austin.

Fallback Fridays are a big hit with $2.25 domestics and $2.75 wells all night long.

DJ Onelove and RB spin the best fusion of sound that side of Congress.

Be sure to check out one of CP’s upcoming special events. Get hard-core Saturday, September 29th with Spew. This event kicks off at 9pm and there is a cover at the door. It’s pure homocore complete with punk go-go boys and girls. Spew is a not to be missed event and just one more way the CP is keeping things fresh.

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t’s time for a hootenanny. Join the Central Texas Boys of Leather and Cathouse Productions for the Eyes of Texas Ho-Down celebrating the Boys 5th anniversary. Friday, October 5th the registration and pig party is sure to be one hot time. Saturday, October 6th at 10pm a super show featuring Miss Kitty Litter, Sister Crisco Lobotomy and a host of others will be sure to keep the crowd entertained.

All events take place at Chain Drive.

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f you know of anything going on in the Austin area or if you would like something mentioned in Capitol Comments, e-mail Bob at capitolcomments@gmail.com.

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ainbow Cattle Co. is still sweeping up the sawdust over on 5th Street from this weekend’s capacity crowds. Cowboys and cowgirls were packed tight liked a good pair of Wranglers. Standing room didn’t even cover it as everyone partied to the latest country sounds. The dance floor got a workout from dancers getting ready for the State Dance competition during the rodeo. The friendly staff kept the cold ones flowing and it is safe to say everyone had a gay old time.

Still got the country fever? Stop in Tuesdays at the Rainbow Cattle Co. for free country and western dance lessons.

Learn the latest steps and the traditional

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he Lonestar Lambdas, Austin’s gay and lesbian square dance club, announces fall level one square dance classes. This is a fast paced program with four lessons over a two week period that is absolutely free. Beginning Saturday, September 29th from 10am to 2pm these courses will introduce you to the fun of square dancing and prepare you for dancing with the full group. For more information visit www.lonestarlambdas.org.

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Truman

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t is sad when you lose a friend, and Truman May was a friend of many people. I can’t recall when I first met him, but our lives have been intertwined over the years. I suppose my first close knowledge of him would be through the Krewe of Apollo. We had some really nice times doing costumes and attending meetings together.

It was also nice to see him at the ice cream parties that Sam has done over the years. In this relaxed atmosphere, he was

always the center of attention with his gracious manners and beautiful smile. To hear him laugh was a delight, and he managed to spread this happiness to all around him. He was truly a classy kind of guy, a gentleman in all aspects of his life.

As one of the early kings of Apollo, he reigned with pride and dignity. A few years ago, he made a triumphant return as queen of the same krewe. This was a first for the krewe, and it was a memorable event to see him in that gorgeous gown spreading his welcoming arms to an adoring public

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TGRA Celebratin’ in the Capital City ~ Austin, Texas photos: Bob Hemby, Garry Holley

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Karaoke time in Red Stick

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Fabulous Lance at Splash

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Louis at Hound Dogs More karaoke studs Cool Ronnie at George’s Lafayette’s Chris, Shayla & Taylor

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Happy bartender Corey at Splash

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hot tails of red stick ...from EX-2 There are two events that I think stand out for me as perhaps his most memorable portrayals. The first happened at the old Mirror Lounge in a contest that Apollo conducted to find the “Grandest Granny.”

That was a night I will never forget. I gladly accepted my third place finish because there was no way I could touch Truman’s performance. It was a nip and tuck performance, however, with Gene Ransome doing his best to win that honor too. It was not to be. It was Truman’s night, and he waltzed off with top honors as only he was qualified to do.

The other one that I think may rank as

one of the most unique happenings ever was at the Apollo ball when he was the famous Greek gorgon Medusa, and he came slithering down that runway, crawling to the end of that runway to the amazement and complete surprise to all in the audience. It was absolutely amazing, and he made you realize right then and there that this was, and maybe will forever remain, the best performance in Apollo history.

It is so difficult to say goodbye to anyone, but we have our memories, and I have so many with Truman. I can still hear his laugh. It was different, almost unique.

I can see that smile and almost hear him laughing now. With soft-spoken kindness in his voice, he stood apart from the crowd.

He was a wonderful human being, and I miss him. We go through life meeting a lot of people, but few stand out as much as Truman did. He was just one fine man – loving, kind, giving, caring.

May you rest forever in peace and know that you were loved as you loved in return.

eyes became adjusted to the inside lighting, I realized it was one sleeve of tattoos, and the other arm was bare. I am used to her having those crazy (and tight) shirts on with the outrageous sayings, but this was really something else. She was about to head out to another downtown event, leaving Louis in charge for the night.

I have noticed one thing about Joy that is also refreshing (in addition to the hugs and kisses). She treats everyone with respect, but at the same time, she can join in with the best with comments that you know come from the heart. She does it in a way that is not offensive. In a way, it can be defensive, but it is always done precisely and correctly without stopping to think. She is spontaneous in this respect.

I like spontaneity in a woman. It shows

that she has balls, and I use that term loosely, although everyone knows she really does – have nice gazoombas, that is. As far as I’m concerned, she could give any of those Hooters babes a run for their money. Why? It’s because Joy is a genuine and exceptionally nice person, nothing false at all.

I find her laughter to be contagious.

It’s a wonderful sight to watch her mingle with the customers on both sides of the bar. When she is not working, she is right there enjoying the company of others and dealing out her charm in an excellent way.

When she is working, she doesn’t really change. She still has that delightful way of dealing with work like she deals with life. [continued on Expose-6]

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rom one friend, I can now turn to another. I think I met Joy at the old Thirsty Tiger, when it was the hangout for all my newspaper buddies. For a straight woman, she really knows how to accept people in a kind and caring way. Now I enjoy dropping in at Hound Dogs for a drink. I know I’ll be met with a generous hug and kiss and know that I’m in the presence of a friend.

I nearly dropped my drawers (or would have if I had any on) last week. One arm was completely tattooed, and after my

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n just under a week, UL Lafayette will be having its annual Fall Break.

And while its only for two days, for many of you college students, it’s a much needed rest from the books. It also offers a perfect opportunity to come out and enjoy everything downtown Lafayette has to offer.

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nd as always, Sound Factory and Back Side are ready to meet all your good-time needs.

Lafayette’s favorite gay bar and night-spot is better than ever. If you haven’t been by Sound Factory lately, you really need to come by and check out their new look.

While most of the changes are subtle, they really given the place a new shine.

And along with the cosmetic, Sound Factory and Back Side have also done a bit of touching up to their weekly lineup, nothing drastic, but just enough to make the best even a little bit better. And as always, they still offer the great service and friendly atmosphere that have kept them popular in the gay community for longer than any other establishment in the area.

Every night of the week, Sound Factory is offering a different drink special. So no matter what night you decide to drop in, you’ll get great prices along with their one of a kind service. They are open seven days a week and work tirelessly to make sure each night is both fun and unique.

Tuesdays are Karaoke Night at Sound Factory, which seems like nothing new, but to change things up, karaoke is now hosted by the ever popular Chad Evans.

Chad’s a radio deejay out of Lake Charles who has as much personality as he does talent. Has charisma really breathes new life into the karaoke experience. And he doesn’t limit the kinds of music he offers.

He has everything from oldies and country to dance and rap. So if you haven’t been out lately on a Tuesday night or you think Karaoke Night is just the same old thing, you definitely need to come by. Whether you enjoy being on stage or simply watch-

hot tails of red stick ...from EX-5 When it comes to controlling things at work, she is a master craftsman - or craftswoman. She doesn’t put up with any bull – if you know what I mean. Do right, and you are okay. Get out of hand, and you are out of there in a New York second.

For all of you who haven’t enjoyed a pleasant and relaxing time over your favorite drink, I suggest you head on over and enjoy Joy’s company. She mixes good ones, and she will make sure your stay is a nice one. It is a great way to spend your leisure time. She is an amazing young woman, and I think you will agree. She is really a “Joy to the World.”

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ing those that do, you’re sure to have an awesome night. Chad will make sure of that.

And the rest of the week at Sound Factory and Back Side is just as entertaining. Between karaoke on Tuesday nights and Show Night on Sundays, they pack each night with everything from kickass contests to drag shows and pool tournaments. And scattered throughout are fabulous drink specials and the unforgettable dance music spun by DJ Huggies.

And unlike many other dance clubs, Sound Factory has a quieter more relaxed side, a Back Side, where you can take a break from the loud music and socialize with your friends, or make some new ones. And when the conversations wear thin, all you have to do is walk around the corner to dance the night away. What more could anybody ask for? It’s two bars for the price of one, and it’s right in the heart of downtown Lafayette.

It’s no wonder so many people travel from all over to come out in Lafayette. It offers a unique culture and an unbeatable nightlife. So next time you’re trying to figure out something to do, come by Sound Factory and its Back Side. You’re sure to have an unforgettable night. And you’ll sleep better at night knowing you’re supporting a gay owned and operated business.

With Fall Break upon us, there’s no excuse for not being out this upcoming weekend. I know I’ll be out at Sound Factory and Back Side. So if you always wonder how those people get their picture in the magazine, come by. Don’t be a stranger. Just ask me and I’ll be more than willing to get you in an upcoming issue.

Until next time, have fun and be safe.

I’ll see you around downtown.

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forty years and forty heroes, and it’s nice to see Ellen DeGeneres at the top of the list.

I think she could rightfully be called the pride of Louisiana. Of course, it was also great to see a politician as the number two person. Barney Frank stands tall in Congress, and this country could use more leaders like him at the top of the ladder.

When you look through the list of people voted into the top forty, it is also nice to see those that are no longer with us.

Matthew Shepherd speaks louder in death than he ever could have in life, but his tragic death is one of those crimes of hate that continues to hover over the gay lifestyle.

There are those out there who fail to see gays and lesbians as human beings, and the hatred is evident at ever turn in life.

Harvey Milk is another good choice, and he will always be a symbol of leadership in San Francisco. He always believed that no sacrifice was too great a price to pay for the cause of human rights.

I was pleased to see Randy Shilts

included. I received a letter from him right before he died, and I have it tucked away in his best-selling book, “And the Band Played On.” I found it so utterly horrible of that church group to protest at his funeral, the same thing they did at Matthew Shepherd’s funeral. That is the hate I mentioned earlier.

Of course, there were no surprises when Melissa Etheridge, Billie Jean King, Harvey Fierstein, Greg Louganis, Martina Navratilova, Mel White, Ian McKellen, Betty Berzon, Armistead Maupin, k.d. lang, and Rita Mae Brown made the list. There were many others that you can read about if you pick up this issue of the magazine.

Another great choice was Mark Bingham who met his death on that September 11, 2001 and became a hero in the process. He is thought to be one of the passengers who interfered with the hijacking of United Airlines Flight 93, bringing the plane down before it hit its intended target. He was an excellent rugby player and used his last moments to call his mother and then join his fellow passengers in storming the plane’s cockpit. He was just simply a beautiful human being and one that the gay community can always be proud to call a great American.

I was also pleased to see Pedro Zamora among this list. He introduced a young gay and lesbian audience to his life by way of MTV’s The Real World. He became a part of everyone’s family, and he made it a point to introduce everyone to someone with AIDS. He was a hero in his own way.

I do think one person was overlooked who should have been there on that list.

His name is Joseph Steffan. I loved his book Honor Bound, and the whole world followed his plight when the Naval Academy booted him out of school just three weeks before graduation. He was one of the leaders there but he wouldn’t lie. When asked if he was gay, he didn’t deny it and for this, he was not allowed to graduate. All his hard work was completely erased in spite of all the good he did for the school and his country. I still think that someday, he will be granted that diploma. It’s the right thing to do, and someone, somewhere in government or in education, will right this wrong. Joseph didn’t let this stop him from his goals. It was a roadblock, but he went on to get his law degree at the University of Connecticut and is practicing law in New York City. He was every mother’s dream for her daughter: an ex-midshipman, exquisitely handsome, with a principled intelligence and a diffident way - but there was this hitch: being gay. And therein lies the story of Joseph Steffan, his battle with himself and his battle with the Navy.

To me, he is a great American hero and should not be forgotten for his support of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

And to all this, let’s take a look at movies and books. Patricia Nell Warren is a friend of mine who wrote The Front Runner, the best of all the rest in my estimation. This book’s ending just blew me away. It was a total shock, one I didn’t see coming, and that is the way great writers carve their niche in history. The last time I saw Patricia was at her booth she had at the Folsom Street Fair in San Francisco. She is a fine lady and one of my favorite authors.

Of course, I suppose the most famous of all the gay writings is Tales of the City, Armistead Maupin’s colorful look at the residents of Barbary Lane. Like

Patricia’s book, Maupin’s contribution will long stand the test of time and continue to thrill readers with his ability to grab your interest and pull you into his work. Who can ever forget Mary Ann Singleton or Michael “Mouse” Tolliver and all those other great characters? Other memorable works are The Color Purple, The Picture of Dorian Gray, and Mrs. Dalloway. However, this is only the tip of the iceberg. Gay literature is out there in the mainstream, and the authors rank at the very top of the best-selling lists. I doubt if some people even realize they are reading masterpieces of literature from a gay or lesbian writer. I’ll never tell. But I will have to say that Christopher Rice is a good writer, and mama Anne has come forth with some excellent works too. I love those vampires.

There is no question on the choice of movies. Number one has to be Brokeback Mountain, followed by Philadelphia, The Adventures of Priscilla: Queen of the Desert, Torch Song Trilogy, and The Birdcage. Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal made you feel their love and their pain.

This was truly a great short story adapted into a superb movie script. Hollywood was just not ready to see this as their Oscar choice, so they took the easy way out and picked a lesser one so as not to offend the mainstream. It is just another black mark on this group of so-called movie experts.

I have lost all respect for the way the Motion Picture Academy handles such matters.

They chose to be the only group of critics to not vote it number one. Think of it this way. Brokeback Mountain won more major awards than any other motion picture to date, but Oscar failed to do the right thing and honor it too. And they stooped low enough to vote for a song where you had crotch-grabbing performers over the sadly overlooked song from Brokeback Mountain, which they said didn’t qualify because it was played on Jack’s truck radio instead of over the cast credits.

I suppose if you pick outstanding women, Jodie Foster would have to be at the top of the list. For the men, Rock Hudson, Sal Mineo, Richard Chamberlain, Raymond Burr, and Ian McKellen stand out, but many younger ones are also coming around to an open lifestyle.

With singers, you immediately think of Elton John and Lance Bass. And when you think of scandals, I usually think of George Michael exposing himself or Jim McGreevey coming out and then resigning as governor of New Jersey.

I suppose you may wonder why Rosie hasn’t been mentioned. Well, I go for positive, and she just displays too much negative influence for my way of thinking. And besides, all I can recall of her fabulous career is that tight and revealing leather outfit she wore in Exit to Eden. Fat isn’t ugly, but it is if you cram it into that skimpy outfit and flaunt your way across a movie screen. Horrors!

Give me lipstick and glamour any day of the week! And Red Stick has our own handsome and wonderfully stylish local Suzanne of Hide-A-Way fame. I do love her in a tux. Where are you sweetie? I miss you. I’ll never forget our first meeting all those many years ago.

I vote for a reunion of those great ladies from Minette’s time as bar baron or those gals from the pirate era. We need to bring back those “Doubloons” maidens and have a jolly good time.

Life is short. We only pass this way once, so let’s do it up right. Cheers!

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Dani having a blast at Sound Factory

Chelsea & her shots at Sound Factory

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Brian & Monique dropping by Sound Factory for a tottie

Matt & Becca having a cocktail at Sound Factory

Steve having a drink at Sound Factory Ethan getting loaded at Sound Factory

Danielle & Danielle hanging out at Sound Factory

John, Sound Factory’s own private pole dancer Macky flexing with all his might at Back Side

Chris propped up on the pool table at Sound Factory

Kennedy back in action at Sound Factory

Josh at Sound Factory Derek working the bar at Back Side Leonard, Sound Factory’s newest bartender

Nick having fun at Sound Factory

Kelly at Back Side

Brodie, John & Steven up to no good at Back Side

Lauren & Christina are all smiles at Sound Factory

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Kyle 504.292.1577 St., 523.2222 BOURGOYNE GUEST HOUSE, 839 Bourbon St., 70116; 524.3621 CREOLE INN, 2471 Dauphine St., 70117; 948.3230, CreoleInn.com DISCOUNT FLIGHTS, HOTELS, CARS, GayNewOrleans.COM ENGINE 24 GUEST HOUSE, 2711 Dauphine, 261.5368 HOTEL LA SALLE, 1113 Canal St., 566.1733, HotelLaSalle.COM LIONS INN BED & BREAKFAST, 2517 Chartres, 945.2339, 800.485.6846, lionsinn.com MARIGNY MANOR HOUSE, 2125 N. Rampart St., 943.7826, Toll Free: 877.247.7599 MarignyManorHouse.COM NEW ORLEANS GUEST HOUSE, 1118 Ursuline St., 70116; 566.1177, 1.800.562.1177 PIERRE COULON GUEST HOUSE - Comfortable and spacious private apt. in 1830 Creole Cottage just blocks from the French Quarter and Faubourg Marigny gay bars, coffee shops and restaurants. Amenities include tv/vcr/cable, telephone, patio view, kitchenette, complimentary continental breakfast and plenty of free parking. 504.943.6692, 1.866.328.1497 coulonguesthouse@yahoo.com, www.pierrecoulonguesthouse.com

ST. PETER GUEST HOUSE, 1005 St. Peter, 70116; 1.800.535.7815 URSULINE GUEST HOUSE, 708 Ursuline, 70116; 525.8509 Shreveport, LA DISCOUNT FLIGHTS, HOTELS, CARS, AmbushMag.COM Biloxi, MS DISCOUNT FLIGHTS, HOTELS, CARS, GayAmerica.COM Hattiesburg, MS DISCOUNT FLIGHTS, HOTELS, CARS, GayAmerica.COM Jackson, MS DISCOUNT FLIGHTS, HOTELS, CARS, GayAmerica.COM Natchez, MS [601] DISCOUNT FLIGHTS, HOTELS, CARS, GayAmerica.COM Austin, TX [512] DISCOUNT FLIGHTS, HOTELS, CARS, GayAustin.NET Beaumont, TX DISCOUNT FLIGHTS, HOTELS, CARS, GayAmerica.COM Dallas, TX DISCOUNT FLIGHTS, HOTELS, CARS, GayDallas.COM

Galveston Island, TX [409] DISCOUNT FLIGHTS, HOTELS, CARS, GayTexas.NET Houston, TX DISCOUNT FLIGHTS, HOTELS, CARS, GayHouston.COM San Antonio, TX DISCOUNT FLIGHTS, HOTELS, CARS, GayTexas.NET South Padre Island, TX [956] DISCOUNT FLIGHTS, HOTELS, CARS, GayTexas.NET UPPER DECK HOTEL & BAR, PO Box 2309, 120 E. Atol St., 78597; 761.5953, E-mail: gaypadre@upperdeckhotel.com, upperdeckhotel.com

massage New Orleans, LA [504] FRENCH QUARTER MASSAGE BY MIKE - Treat Yourself!” - Professional, Private & Personal. Deep Tissue & Swedish Massages available.

Phone 598.3237. www.FrenchQuarterMassage.COM. E-mail: jma57@cox.net.

License #LA2687 [is2007] NATIONALLY CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPIST specializing in deep tissue. Contact Rick 258.4335. License #LA2206. [is2007]

media New Orleans, LA [504] AMBUSH Mag, Official Gay Easter Guide, Official Gay Mardi Gras Guide, Official Gay New Orleans Guide, Official Gulf South Guide, Official Southern Decadence Guide, 828-A Bourbon St., 70116-3137, 522.8049, AmbushMag.COM; email: info@ ambushmag.com AMBUSHonLINE, 828-A Bourbon St., 70116-3137; 522.8047, ambushonline.com, email: info@ambushonline.com

museum/arts Baton Rouge, LA [225] LOUISIANAARTS AND SCIENCE CENTER / RIVERSIDE MUSEUM, 100 S. River Road, 344.5272 LOUISIANA GOVERNOR'S MANSION, 1001 Capitol Access Rd., 342.5855 LOUISIANA STATEARCHIVES, 3851 Essen Ln. LOUISIANA STATE CAPITOL, State Capitol Dr. LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY HILLTOP ARBORETUM, 11855 Highland Rd., 767.6916 LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY RURAL LIFE MUSEUM, I-10 at Essen Lane, 765.2437 LSU MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE and MUSEUM OF GEOSCIENCE, LSU Campus, 388.2855 MAGNOLIA MOUND PLANTATION, 2161 Nicholson Dr., 343.4955 OLD ARSENAL MUSEUM, State Capitol Complex, 342.0401 OLD BOGAN FIRE STATION, 427 Laurel St., 344.8558 OLD GOVERNOR'S MANSION, 502 North Blvd., 344.5272 OLD PENTAGON BARRACKS, State Capitol Dr. at River Road, 342.1866 OLD STATE CAPITOL, 100 North Blvd. at River Road, 342.0500 or 342.4479 USS KIDD/NAUTICAL HISTORICAL CENTER, Government St. at River Rd., 342.1942 New Orleans, LA [504] BEAUREGARD-KEYES HOUSE, 1113 Chartres, 523.7257, Mon-Sat 10am-3pm CABILDO, 701 Chartres, Jackson Square, Tues-Sun 10am-5pm CAC [Contemporary Arts Center], 900 Camp St., 528.3805, cacno.org 1850 HOUSE, 523 St. Ann, Tues-Sun 10am-5pm GALLIER HOUSE, 1132 Royal, 523.6722, Mon-Fri 10am-3:30pm GERMAINEWELLSMARDIGRASMUSEUM, 2nd Floor Arnaud's, 819 Bienville HERMANN-GRIMA HISTORIC HOUSE, 820 St. Louis, 525.5661, Mon-Fri 10am-3:30pm HISTORICAL PHARMACY MUSEUM, 514

Chartres, 524.9077, Daily 10am-5:30pm HISTORIC NEW ORLEANS COLLECTION, 533 Royal, 523.4662, Tues-Sat 10am-4:45pm LONGUE VUE HOUSE AND GARDENS, 7 Bamboo Rd, Metairie, 488.5488, Mon-Sat 10am4:30pm, Sun 1-5pm MUSEECONTIHISTORICALWAXMUSEUM, 917 Conti, 525.2605, Daily 10am-5:30pm NATIONAL D-DAY MUSEUM, 945 Magazine, 527.6012 NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, 488.2631, Tues-Sun 10am-5pm OGDEN MUSEUM OF SOUTHERNART, 925 Camp St., 539.9600 OLD U.S. MINT, 400 Esplanade, Tues-Sun 10am-5pm PRESBYTERE, 751 Chartres, Jackson Square, Tues-Sun 10am-5pm ST. LOUIS CATHEDRAL, Jackson Square, Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 1:30-5pm

organizations Mobile, AL ALABAMA PRIDE FEST, MobileAlabamaPride.COM AQUA, THE PARTY, PO Box 145, Mobile, AL 36601, TheAquaParty.COM BAY AREA INCLUSION, BayAreaInclusion.ORG FUSION, MobileFusion.ORG GULF COAST BEARS & LEATHER ASSOCIATION, b-bobs.com/gcbla.htm MOBILE ALABAMA PRIDE BOWLING LEAGUE Pensacola, FL [850] APPETITE FOR LIFE, INC., provides 2 nutritionally balanced meals a day-lunch & dinner, for some 60 men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS, 1842 West Cervantes St.; Mail: P.O. Box 308, 32592-0308; 470.9111, Fax: 470.0201, gaypensacola.com/appforlife GULF COAST TIDE, INC. w w w. G u l f C o a s t T I D E . o r g ; info@GulfCoastTIDE.org Alexandria, LA [318] CLASS [Central Louisiana AIDS Support Services], 103 Bolton Ave., 71301; 1.800.444.7993, 442. 1 0 1 0, FAX: 443.5216 Baton Rouge, LA [225] HAART (HIV/AIDS Alliance for Region Two), 4550 North Blvd., #250, 927.1269, Fax: 927.7367, haartinc.org, haartinc@aol.com GBLSU [Gays, Bisexuals, Lesbians & Supporters United], glsapres@unixl.sncc.

Isu.edu, Kristy Price, President, 388.5160 KREWE OFAPOLLO / BATON ROUGE, PO

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Box 3591, 70821; kreweapollobr.org KREWE OF DIVAS, kreweofdivas.com, 343.0380 LAMBDA GROUP, 2937 Greenwood Dr., PO Box 82775, 70884-2775, 907.3665, www.lambdabr.org, info@lambdabr.org LEWIS HUMPHREY’S FOOD FOR FRIENDS, 387.9798 METROPOLITANCOMMUNITYCHURCHOF BATON ROUGE, Worship Sunday @ 11am; Bible Study Wednesday @ 7pm, 7747 Tom Dr., LA 70806; 248.0404, www.MCCBR.org MYSTIC KREWE OF ROYALTY, PO Box 66571, 70896; 926.1698 PFLAG Baton Rouge, Harold L. Truax, 33370 Percy Young Rd., Walker, LA 70785; 225.218.8320, 225.288.2522 Lafayette, LA [337] ACADIANA CARES [Concern for AIDS Relief, Education, and Support], PO Box 386, Lafayette, LA 70502; 203 W. 3rd St., 70501; 233.2437, FAX: 235.4178; 800.354.2437 KREWE OF APOLLO / LAFAYETTE, PO Box 53251, 70505 LEAGUE FOR EQUALITY, PO Box 53425, 70505 PFLAG/LAFAYETTE, PO Box 31078, 70503 ROYAL ORDER OF UNICORN, PO Box 3985, 70502 Monroe, LA [318] GO CARE 2121 Justice, 71201, 325.1092 New Orleans, LA [504] ACADIANA RAINBOW SOCIETY OF THE DEAF, PO Box 57166, 70157; 889.0138 (TDD) AIDS HOTLINE, 821.6050 in New Orleans, 1.800.99.AIDS[2437]-9 toll free statewide ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, 779.1178 BELLE REVE NEW ORLEANS, AIDS Residence for Families, PO Box 3305, 70177; 945.9455 BROTHERHOOD, INC., To decrease the spread of AIDS and HIV among African Americans, 1661 Canal St., Suite 3230, 70112; 566.7955 CAVALIERS MOTORCYCLE CLUB: Gay motocycle group sponsors monthly day rides and other riding events in New Orleans area.

Visit www.cavaliersmc.comc or call 782.5625 or e-mail info@cavaliersmc.com.

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE LIBERATOR, Sun. 10:30am Service, 2013 Royal St., christliberator@yahoo.com COMING OUT SUPPORT GROUP, meets 1st Wed. of each month, 7:30-9pm, Info: Liz 482.4012; Lesbian & Gay Community Center, 2114 Decatur St., 70116; 945.1103 COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK, a project of the NO/AIDS Task Force which works with the gay community to implement HIV prevention activities, 507 Frenchmen St., 945.4000, noaidstaskforce.com COPS 8 (Citizens' Organization for Police Support in the 8th District), 840 N. Rampart St., #51, 70116; 588.COPS (2677), cops8.org DRAMA! [A Gay & Lesbian Arts Organization], PO Box 52565, 70152; 948.9924, DramaNO.org, DRAMA@DramaNO.org FOOD FOR FRIENDS, 944.6028 FORUM FOR EQUALITY, 336 Lafayette, Suite 200, 70130; 947.2981, ForumForEquality@aol.com FOUNDATION FOR MACRO BIOTIC WAY, enjoy-life.com GAY APPRECIATION AWARDS, 828-A Bourbon St., 70116-3137; 522.8049; AmbushMag.COM/GAA GAY COUNSELING LINE, 833.1500 GLSEN [Gay Lesbian & Straight Education Network], 482.4081, Fax 595.8587, E-mail: glsenno@hotmail.com, glsenno.org GULF GENDER ALLIANCE [GGA], NonProfit Support Group for Transgender persons.

Monthly meetings, socials and political activism.

Privacy respected and expected. Interview required. Nondiscriminatory. Call 504. 324.4035 or write PO Box 56836, New Orleans, LA 70156-6836; gga.org, E-mail: info@gga.org HALLOWEEN IN NEW ORLEANS, INC., PO Box 52171, 70152-2171; halloween neworleans.com HATE CRIMES HOTLINE, c/o Family Service of Greater New Orleans, 504.202.2131.

The Hate Crimes Project offers to assist those

who feel that they may have been a victim of a hate crime. The project provides advocacy for persons victimized due to race, religion, gender and gender identity, age, disability, and/or sexual orientation.

IN THIS TOGETHER, HIV/AIDS Case Management, 1661 Canal Street, Suite 3107, 70112; 962.3245, is www.inthistogetherinc.org, itt@accesscom.net KOCKTAIL BUNCH BOWLING LEAGUE, Contact Glenn Culp, 504.861.0233 KREWE OF ARMEINIUS, PO Box 56638, New Orleans, LA 70156-6638, c e t u b b y @ c o x . n e t , KreweOfArmeinius.COM KREWE OF AMON RA, PO Box 7033, Metairie, LA 70010, TheOneKissFan@aol.com KREWE OF MWINDO, PO Box 51031, 70156; 913.5791, KreweOfMwindo.ORG, krewe@kreweofmwindo.org KREWE OF PETRONIUS, PO Box 71665, 70172, Pres. Wally McLaughlin 524.2915, Sec. Mae Falgout 484.6045 KREWE OF QUEENATEENAS / KING CAKE QUEEN ROYALTY CLUB, 828-A Bourbon St., 70116-3137, 522.8049, GayMardiGras.COM/ KCQ LaCARP [Louisiana Community AIDS Research Program], 584.1971 LA-LIFT, Social Club for Lesbians, age 50+, who have fun together on weekends. Email: armyvet20@webtv.net LAMBDA CENTER, 831 Elysian Fields Ave., 70117, LambdaCenter.NET, info@lambdacenter.net, LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF NEW ORLEANS, 234 Loyola, Suite 421, 70112; 581.9106 LESBIAN & GAY COMMUNITY CENTER OF NEW ORLEANS, 2114 Decatur St., 701162013; 945.1103, Fax 945.1102, Email: info@lgccno.net LORDS OF LEATHER, PO Box 770435; 70117, LordsOfLeather.COM LOUISIANA STATE GAY RODEO ASSOCIATION (LSGRA), 915.3339, lance@lsgra.com, LSGRA.COM MCLNO HOP Clinic, 136 S. Roman Street, 4th Floor, New Orleans, LA 70112; Appts.: 504.903.6959, www.hopclinic.org METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH OF GREATER NEW ORLEANS, Sunday Friendship Hour 4:15pm, Worship/Celebration, 5pm at St Matthew’s UCC, 1333 Carrollton Ave. at Willow; Mailing Address: PO Box 71024, 70172; 945.5390, www.mccgno.com MYSTIC KREWE OF SATYRICON, 1021 Gov. Nicholls St., 70116, 525.4498, MysticKreweOfSatyricon.COM NEW ORLEANS BEAR & BEAR TRAPPER SOCIAL CLUB, PO Box 740894, 70174-0894; 5 2 9 . 6 9 7 5 , w w w . p r i d e s p e c i a l t y. c o m / BearClub.html, phoenicxs@hotmail.com NEW ORLEANS GAY MEN’S CHORUS, 948.6884, nogmc.com; nogmc@aol.com NEW ORLEANS JAZZ & HERITAGE FESTIVAL, nojazzfest.com NEW ORLEANS WOMEN’S MUSIC COLLECTIVE, 2903 Jefferson Ave., 70115; Ann 838.7918, Sydney 833.2834 NO/AIDS TASK FORCE, 2601 Tulane Ave., Suite 500, 70119; 821.2601; NOAIDSTaskForce.COM MOC/NO [Men of Color/New Orleans], 482.5341 OFFICIAL GAY EASTER PARADE, 828-A Bourbon St., 70116-3137, 504.522.8049, info@gayeasterparade.com, GayEasterParade.COM OFFICIAL GAY MARDI GRAS, 828-A Bourbon St., 70116-3137, 504.522.8049, GayMardiGras.COM OFFICIAL GAY NEW ORLEANS, 828-A Bourbon St., 70116-3137, 504.522.8049, GayNewOrleans.COM OFFICIAL SOUTHERN DECADENCE, 828A Bourbon St., 70116-3137, 504.522.8049, SouthernDecadence.COM PEOPLE OF SUBSTANCE, INC. (POS), 7210 Arbor Dr., 70126, 244.1920, posnola.com PFLAG/NO [Parents & Friends of Lesbians & Gays/ New Orleans], PO Box 15515, 70175; 895.3936, 392.0001, pflagno.org,

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pets CHI-WA-WA GA-GA, 37 French Market Place, 70116; 581.4242; chiwawagaga.com FRENCH QUARTER PET ASYLUM, 510 Dumaine St., 274.0810

pharmacy New Orleans, LA [504] MUMFREY'S PHARMACY, 1021 W. Judge Perez Dr., Chalmette, LA 70043, 504.279.6312

photography New Orleans, LA [504] GRAHAM/STUDIO ONE NEW ORLEANS, by appointment, grahamstudioone.com

TEXAS GAY RODEO ASSOCIATION (TGRA) Austin chapter, www.Austintgra.org Dallas, TX [214] KREWE OF APOLLO-DALLAS, KreweofApollo-Dallas.com Houston, TX [713] PRIDE COMMITTEE OF HOUSTON, PO Box 66071, 77266-6071; 529.6979, Fax 529.6929, info@pridehouston.org, pride houston.org San Antonio, TX [210] DIVERSITY CENTER (San Antonio & South Texas' GLBTQI Community Center), Office: 223.6106, Fax: 223.7419, TDD: 271.8025, HIV/ AIDS & GLBT Domestic Violence Hotline: Toll Free 1.866.452.2724, diversitycentersa.org

mail New Orleans, LA [504] MARIGNY MAIL, 2401 Burgundy, 948.7401

GOMI, 233 W. 2nd St., 442.9977, gomikitti.com TAPELENDERS VIDEO/OUTLINES MENSWEAR AUSTIN, 1114 West 5th St., 472.0844, www.tapelenders.com

submissions LGBT Call for Southern “Coming Out” Stories

New Orleans, LA [504] SIR SPEEDY, 343 Carondelet, 586.9812

real estate

spas

New Orleans, LA [504] LATTER & BLUM, Agent Mary Lind, 948.3011, 539.9742, 581.2020 PRUDENTIAL GARDNER REALTORS, Agent Brett A. Rector, Cell: 453.2277, Office: 861.6400, brettinla@aol.com PRUDENTIAL GARDNER REALTORS, Agent Arden Kilgore, 296.8439

Ft. Lauderdale, FL [954] CLUB FT. LAUDERDALE, 400 W. Broward Blvd., 525.3344, www.the-clubs.com Atlanta, GA [404] FLEX ATLANTA, 76 Fourth St., 815.0456 New Orleans, LA [504] CLUB NEW ORLEANS, 515 Toulouse, 581.2402, www.the-clubs.com FLEX NEW ORLEANS, 700 Baronne St., 598.FLEX [3539] Austin, TX [512] MIDTOWNE SPA, 5815 Airport Blvd., 302.9696 Dallas, TX [214] CLUB DALLAS, 2616 Swiss Ave., 821.1990, www.the-clubs.com MIDTOWNE SPA, 2509 Pacific Ave., 821.8989 Houston, TX [713] CLUB HOUSTON, 2205 Fannin St., 659.4998, www.the-clubs.com MIDTOWNE SPA, 3100 Fannin St., 522.2379

restaurants

[ALLGO], 1715 E. 6th St., Ste. 112, 78762-6149; 472.2001, allgo.org BI-MEN-TEXAS, Texas Chapter of the BiMEN Worldwide Network-now over 100,000 active male members. TX online support group and contact list for bisexual, bi-curious and gay adult men. Free. Annual Bi-Men Conference each Fall. www.bisexual.org/resources/ alist.asp KINGDOM SEEKERS IN CHRIST JESUS, 81 San Marcos St., 78702; 322.0049 MINISTRY OF COMMON SENSE SPIRITUALITY, PO Box 687411, 78701; 669.0608, Rev. N. Holmann, asknorbert.com PROJECT TRANSITIONS, PO Box 4826, 78765; 454.8646, projecttransitions.org, AIDShous ing@projecttransitions.org, dedicated to serving people with AIDS by providing hospice, housing and support in a compassionate and caring environment.

Austin, TX [512]

Submissions sought for a collection of narrative nonfiction stories focusing on the distinct nature of “coming out” in the South.

Essays should weave thematic threads such as sexuality, race, gender, religion and class as uniquely experienced by southern LGBTs. Deadline: Feb 15, 2008. Guidelines: www.comingoutinthesouth.com. [is1907]

printers

info@pflagno.org PRIDEFEST NEW ORLEANS, presented

by New Orleans Alliance of Pride, 1000 Bourbon St., Box 365, New Orleans, LA 70116; pridefestneworleans@yahoo.com, www.nolapridefest.com PROJECT LAZARUS, A Residence for PWAs, PO Box 3906, 70177-3906; 949.3609 RA/UNO (Rainbow Alliance/University of New Orleans), Office of Campus Activities, 200 Lakeshore Dr., 70148; 280.6349; FAX: 280.6633. Regular meetings Thursdays, 12:301:30, RM 210 of UC, all students and members of UNO are welcome REGIONALAIDS INTERFAITH NETWORK [RAIN], 523.3755 ST. Mark's UMC (New Orleans), www.frenchquarterumc.org. St Mark’s is a part of the gay-affirming Reconciling Ministries Network of the United Methodist Church.

TAU HOUSE MINISTRIES, 1029 Governor Nicholls, 70116, roddyssnd@aol.com, 529.3569. Mass on Sunday 4:15pm; Vespers on Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6pm. Everyone is welcome!

TO DO PRODUCTIONS, 948.9608, www.todoproductions.org VOLLEYBALL NEW ORLEANS, PO Box 13306, 70185-3306; volleyballneworleans.com, postmaster@volleyballneworleans.com WILLIAM J. FANNING FOUNDATION [Buzzy’s Boys & Girls], 2301 Chartres, 70117; 943.8929 Shreveport, LA [318] KREWE OF APOLLO/SHREVEPORT, PO Box 4918, 71134 PHILADELPHIA CENTER, PO Box 44454, 71134-4454; 222.6633 YWCAAIDS MINORITY COMMUNITY OUTREACH, 700 Pierre Ave., 71103; 226.8717 Austin, TX [512] AUSTIN BABTIST WOMEN, 291.1563 www.babtistwomen.com. Raising Spirits and Millions of Dollars for Charity Since 1986.

AUSTIN LATINO/LATINA LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL & TRANSGENDER ORGANIZATION

QUEEN FASHIONS.COM, 808 N. Rampart St., 524.HEEL (4335) queenfashions.com, exoticfashionmall.com WICKED ORLEANS, 1201 Decatur, 529.4384, WickedOrleans.COM

New Orleans, LA [504] Bumpin' Tacos, 720 St. Louis, 565.7777 Buffa's, 1001 Esplanade at Burgundy, 949.0038 Bywater Bar.B.Que,3162 Dauphine St., 944.4445 Cafe Amelie, 912 Royal St., 412.8965 Clover Grill, 900 Bourbon St., 598.1010, CloverGrill.COM Country Club Cafe, 634 Louisa St., TheCountryClubNewOrleans.COM, 945.0742 Elizabeth’s Restaurant, 601 Gallier St., 944.9272, elizabeths-restaurant.com Hillery's on Toulouse, 827 1/2 Toulouse, 571.2888 Krystal, 116 Bourbon at Canal, 523.4030 La Peniche, 1940 Dauphine St., 943.1460 Marigny Perks, 2401 Burgundy, 948.7401, www.marignyperks.com Meauxbar Bistro, 942 N. Rampart St., 569.9979 Mona Lisa Restaurant, 1212 Royal St., 522.6746 Orleans Grapevine, 720 Orleans, 523.1930 Petunias, A Restaurant, Cajun, Creole, Crepes, Cocktails, 817 St. Louis, 70112; 522.6440 Quartermaster: The Nellie Deli, 1100 Bourbon St. , 529.1416 Riche, Fulton Street at Poydras inside Harrah's Hotel, 533.6117 Tomatillo's Restaurant, 437 Esplanade Ave., 945.9997

retail/shopping New Orleans, LA [504] ALTERNATIVES, 907 Bourbon St., 70116; 524.5222 BEAR NECESSITIES, 940 Decatur, 598.2134, BearsAndHares.COM BOURBON-STRIP TEASE, 205 Bourbon St., 70130; 581.6633, bourbontease.com THE HERB IMPORT COMPANY, 711 St. Peter [in French Quarter], 525.4372; 5055 Canal St. [near City Park Ave.], 488.4889 PANDA BEAR, 415 Bourbon St., 529.8064 RAB DAB CLOTHING AND GIFTS, 918 Royal St., 525.6662 SERENDIPITOUS MASKS, 831 Decatur St., 522.9158 SECOND SKIN LEATHER, 521 St. Philip St., 561.8167

tattoos/piercings New Orleans, LA [504] AARTACCENT TATTOO & PIERCING, 1041 N. Rampart in French Quarter, 581.9812; 5727 St. Claude, 949.5377 ELECTRIC LADYLAND TATTOO NEW ORLEANS, French Quarter-610 Frenchmen, 947.8286; Uptown-8106 Earhart, 866.3859 NOLATATTOO & PIERCING, 8120 Hampson St. uptown, 524.6147

theatres New Orleans, LA [504] MARIGNY THEATRE, 1030 Marigny St., 947.0505

websites CRESCENT CITY, CrescentCity.COM GAY AMERICA, GayAmerica.COM GAY AUSTIN, GayAustin.NET GAY BARS, GayBars.COM GAY PENSACOLA, GayPensacola.COM OFFICIAL GAY EASTER PARADE, 828-A Bourbon St., 70116-3137, 504.522.8049, GayEasterParade.COM OFFICIAL GAY MARDI GRAS, 828-A Bourbon St., 70116-3137, 504.522.8049, GayMardiGras.COM OFFICIAL GAY NEW ORLEANS, 828-A Bourbon St., 70116-3137, 504.522.8049, GayNewOrleans.COM OFFICIAL SOUTHERN DECADENCE, 828A Bourbon St., 70116-3137, 504.522.8049, SouthernDecadence.COM

Ambush Mag 504.522.8049

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paparazzi

Cocktailin’ at Lafitte’s Sunday Trash Disco blowout

Cutter’s Dudley & Mac are joined by bartender Blake

Handsome Allen serves up your favorite cocktail at Oz Al surprises partner Dwain for his 60th b-day at Cowpokes

Christina Kane dazzles ‘em at Oz

Oz’s bizarre ciruit diva Kabrina Watson

Stephen serves up cocktails & hot dogs for the Saints games at Double Play

Legendary Jamie Temple (center) joins Jack & Glenn for cocktails at Cowpokes

Catchin’ the cuties at Lafitte’s Trash Disco

More fun at Trash Disco, Cafe Lafitte in Exile

Bartender of the Year Stephen & DB welcome you to Cowpokes

Timm Holt & Steve Patrick pop in for Naked Boys Singing at the Marigny Theatre

The Country Club’s friendly bartenders Bert & Heath serve up great cocktails

SDGM Guadalupe & Danny (aka Amanda Straddle) cocktailin’ in the Marigny

Muffin & Little John stop in at The Golden Lantern

Blanche snags a handsome one at Oz

Ed pops into John Paul’s snagging a cocktail from bartender Poncho

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Bartender's Aletha & Matt welcome you to Trash Disco at Lafitte’s

Larry (center) celebrates his birthday at Oz

Nancy Rose joins Marty behind the bar at The Friendly Bar