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Issue 13, Volume 39, April 1, 2011

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Seattle Pride Idol Shangela to make her is back!

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by Shaun Knittel SGN Associate Editor

Billy Elliot a boy born to boogie

by Eric Andrews-Katz SGN Contributing Writer

By now, unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve either heard about or watched RuPaul’s Drag Race. Now in its third season, the show has propelled drag into the mainstream and given Gays a plethora of catchphrases like “Don’t fuck it up” and “The time has come. For you to lipsync for your life.” But none have been repeated quite as much as “Halleloo,” as made famous by Shangela Laquifa Wadley: The Debutantness of the Deep South.

And if you’ve really been paying attention to all three seasons of RuPaul’s Drag Race, then you will note that whether you hate her or love her, Shangela gives good TV. Seattle Gay News caught up with the infamous drag star while she was on the set of A Mann’s World (a television pilot project for NBC, starring Don Johnson) to discuss the “T” on her upcoming two-night Seattle debut as a headline performer in Le Faux at Julia’s on Broadway.

It only takes a few seconds with senile grandmother and an older brother and father who are minors in the small town.

As Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher continues her relentless war on the union workers, a strike is called and Billy’s father and brother clash with riot police on a daily basis.

Accidentally stumbling into a ballet class that immediately follows his boxing lesson, Billy meets the dance instructor Mrs. Wilkinson. Recognizing his natural gift for ballet, she personally supervises the motherless boy, taking him under her wing with private lessons and encouraging him to follow his inner dreams.

When his father finds out, he struggles with the conflicts of his own pride, questions of masculinity, and how to give his son what is see billy elliot page 33

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Shangela to realize that her energy and humor are infectious. Make no mistake, Seattle; Shangela is gonna bring it!

In her own words, “I’m coming to town to shut it down!”

On April 8 and 9, Shangela will make her Seattle debut. “Although I’ve been to Seattle before to watch a show at 5th Avenue Theatre, this will be my first time performing,” she told SGN. “I absolutely loved it. I think Seattle is so beautiful and although you all don’t get a lot of sunshine up there, the people make up for it in

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SGN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

Lisa Lampanelli lets it all hang out

by Albert Rodriguez SGN A&E Writer Like a favorite aunt who’s had too many boilermakers on Christmas, anything and everything can fall out of Lisa Lampanelli’s mouth. The comedy world’s “queen of mean” has made a living from skewering every person in the room, regardless of their race, sexual orientation, or penis size – she’s not for the easily offended, regularly throwing fireballs with explicit language and flabbergasting stereotypes that could only be extinguished with holy water. Lampanelli, who premieres her newest Comedy Central one-hour special Tough Love on March 27, was dealing with plumbing issues (kitchen sink, people) at her New York home on the day she phoned in, but still managed to squeeze us into a chaotic afternoon. see lampanelli page 32

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Billy Elliot: The Musical Paramount Theatre Through April 3 To say a show is inspiring, uplifting, or a dancing sensation is to be redundant in regards to Billy Elliot: The Musical.

Based on the 2000 film of the same name, this musical tells the story of young boy who exchanges boxing gloves for ballet shoes when his gift of dance is discovered. Set against the violent conflict of the U.K. miner’s strike, this beautifully staged musical comedy is something that will remain in the memory of all who see it.

The time is 1984, and the place is Northern England in a village that survives by coal mining. Billy Elliot, 11 years old, lives with a semi-

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Seattle Pride Idol, presented by Verizon Wireless, FUZE, Seattle’s Best Karaoke, Neighbours Nightclub, Seattle Gay News, and MOViN 92.5, is back, and it is bigger and better than ever!

Pride Idol is a citywide singing contest produced and presented by Seattle Out and Proud (SO&P) every Sunday night at Neighbours Nightclub (1509 Broadway). Doors open Brandee Medei ros at 6 p.m., where contestants sign up to sing in the 7 p.m. competition. The grand finale up to wow the crowd. This was is scheduled for June 19, where no ordinary karaoke night! We a winner will be chosen as Se- couldn’t have asked for a better attle’s 2011 Pride Idol! group to start off the season.

The 2011 season kicked off on Contestant number one, Zoe March 27 with a bang. Hostess Dixon, came with sass and conGaysha Starr welcomed back fidence as she performed “Black last year’s Pride Idol, Karolina Horse and a Cherry Tree” by KT Longoria, and returning judges Tunstall. Her vocals and song Sister Domine Trix, me, and new knowledge advanced her to the 2011 Pride Idol judge Cookie Wildcard round!

Corset. Karl Reyes of the Seattle Next up was the adorable Opera House joined the panel as Ramiro Orellana, who bravely we voted to advance one contes- and skillfully sang Lady Gaga’s tant to the Wildcard round and another to the Grand Finale.

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The King’s Proposal or The Marriage of Princess Guido Seattle Musical Theatre Through April 10 A cute new musical is being presented as part of Seattle Musical Theatre’s “Second Season,” a kind of incubator for new musicals in its maiden start. The King’s Proposal or The Marriage of Princess Guido is funny and would definitely appeal to those who like sketch comedy. The two writers, Michael Govier and Curtis Williams, do a lot of comedy in the sketch realm in Chicago, so they are pretty good at being funny.

The main clown in this circus is Brennan Buhl, a friend from Chicago who was instrumental as their star through the developmental process they went through in Chicago. He has that kind of quirky lovability that we like about characters like Get Smart’s Maxwell Smart and Gilligan. It’s hard to imagine any other actor playing Guido besides Buhl. His little gestures, winks at the audience, and offhand delivery are a lot of fun.

The story has an evil king (Jacob Hutchison) who wants to marry his daughter (Aryn Nemiroff) to a prince she doesn’t love. The king loves executions and kills people when he gets bored – cue the audience boos.

The prince (Nicholas Brownson) wants to marry Roger (Bo Mellinger). This subplot relieves the story from being entirely stereotypical, and gives it a little updating. Of course, his mother the queen (Faith Eadson) doesn’t think princes should marry men.

The princess is in love with an actor, Daniel (Jonathan Wright), who gets banished by the king. The princess then puts on glasses (because no one will recognize her with glasses) and goes to find Daniel. King Edgar insists the wedding go on, and so faithful servant Guido must put on the princess’ dress (because everyone will think he is her with that dress on) and stand in for her at the wedding. Or he will get executed, of course.

The lyrics and the book (the script) have some clever touches and a fair amount of jokes. The first song, “Prologue Slash Backstory,” is a very fun way to begin and sets the tone well. A play on a ballad, “I Am Lost, Not Physically But Emotionally Lost,” is a

Of Mice and Men brings classic to the stage

by Miryam Gordon SGN A&E Writer Of Mice and Men Seattle Repertory Theatre Through April 10 Classic American plays like Of Mice and Men, being presented at Seattle Repertory Theatre now, serve two purposes: They are a kind of record of what life used to be like, and if they are great plays (as this one is), they remind us of universal emotions and issues that humans always have, no matter how ancient or modern.

Oftentimes, men and women in poverty are dispensable – used as interchangeable cogs in the machine of life. John Steinbeck’s writing often focused on the “little people” who had few choices and no recognition, except from others like them. Of Mice and Men introduces us to field hands who traveled solo, worked hard until payday, blew their stash, and then had to start all over again.

But it was even harder for anyone who was a round peg trying to fit in a square hole.

Lenny is one such round peg. He is clearly mentally disabled. He barely remembers what he’s told, and has a childlike innocence. However, his grown-man strength makes him a continuous danger, since he cannot understand how much stronger he is than many fragile objects around him.

Though he loves little animals (particularly mice), he constantly kills them with his toostrong petting.

Somehow, Lenny gets a little lucky, and George takes on his care, keeping Lenny by his side, traveling with him and trying to keep him out of trouble. George instills a dream in Lenny that they can rise above their circumstances and get enough money together to buy a little place of their own and “live off the fat of the land,” as Lenny loves to repeat. Even from the start of the play, we feel that they somehow are destined to fail.

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Great performances make The King’s Proposal an enjoyable evening

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cute twist. The compositions, musically, are not very singable. The concepts are good, but it’s not musically interesting, which is disappointing. In fact, at times it was hard to know if the singers were singing on tune or not, due to musical dissonance.

Williams did well as the music director of his small band of three players. A cut out court set that twists into a forest is nicely designed by Jenna Carino. Choreography by Kate Kingery is fun and appropriate without being too much.

Another standout performer was the strange character of Bruce, played by Jessica Hendrickson. Bruce inexplicably dies, but Lenny with an open face and a heart full of joy, sharing his delight in the simplest of moments. He brings truth to the role. Troy Fischnaller as George is less accessible and more guarded in his portrayal of the smart but needy character. While George is clearly smarter than Lenny, he is bound by important reasons of his own to Lenny.

Here’s hoping Fischnaller can help the audience feel that desperation a bit more during the run.

Director Jerry Manning has chosen a strong, talented ensemble to support them, with standout performances from Sean G. Griffin, Ray Tagavilla, and Elise Karolina Hunt, in particular. Griffin plays an old ranch hand who is crippled and afraid of being cast aside and left to die and wants to partner with George and Lenny in their dream. His motivations are clearly communicated and we all can feel the same fear of that dismal future. Tagavilla plays a hardened hand who keeps to himself but is ready for the tough jobs when they appear, such as killing an ailing dog or hunting down a dangerous man. Hunt is the sole female actor, the young unprepared wife of the son of the owner, who hates her life and longs to “be in pitchers” and is as desperate as any of the men in her isolation.

A wonderful set by Jennifer Zeyl creates an immediate and believable location. Lighting

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by Robert J. Aguilar displays haunting shadows for the evening. Original music

by Robertson Witmer is an outstanding addition to the aural composition of the production.

A directing choice for the beginning of the play, the setting of a river away from the main ranch makes an intriguing introduction. However, that same river is the climactic setting of the end of the play, and its distance from the audience at that point becomes a disappointment. If one could have been able to turn the entire set with a crank so the back moved to the front, it could have packed an unbelievable wallop. With that inability, the audience is let a bit too far off the hook.

Seattle Rep’s Yes Project will bring hundreds of young people to the theater to experience this classic play, based on a classic novel. For more information, go to www.seattlerep.org or call 206-4432222.

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Charles Leggett and Elise Karolina Hunt in Of Mice and Men, by John Steinbeck.

because he is cared for so much, perhaps, he becomes a puppet instead of being buried.

Hendrickson then has to keep a deadpan face as she is made to “talk” and walk and continue to act as if Bruce has never died.

She moves beautifully and did a great job in this silly role.

It’s an enjoyable evening where you might be taken out of thinking about any of life’s stresses. That can be very good thing, some days. For more information, go to www. seattlemusicaltheatre.org or call 206-3632809.

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SGN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

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Hoty, and Mamie Parris in 9

by Eric Andrews-Katz SGN Contributing Writer 9 to 5 the Musical April 5-24 5th Avenue Theatre Whether it’s in Seattle or on New York’s Broadway, Dee Hoty knows her way around the stage. She’s been a familiar face on both coasts, starring in MAME or Lonestar Love and earning three Tony Award nominations for her Broadway credits, including City of Angels, Footloose, Will Rogers Follies, Mamma Mia, and The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public. Her television credits include As the World Turns, Guiding Light, and St. Elsewhere among others. And now, this talented lady returns to Seattle for the 5th Avenue Production of 9 to 5 the Musical.

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Eric Andrews-Katz: What started your interest in musical theatre?

Dee Hoty: I had always been a singer as a kid, with a loud, clear voice. I was in the choir in junior high school, but it was in high school that I discovered musicals, with the combination of both singing and acting. We always had cast albums in my family, but I wasn’t obsessed until I discovered them myself. I love the genre and the combination of the different art forms.

Andrews-Katz: Do you prefer modern or classical musicals and why?

Hoty: I actually like them both. Of course I love the classics like Rodgers & Hammerstein. I wanted to be Laurie [in Oklahoma], but I’m more suited for Ado Annie. I enjoy Sondheim and all the new writers like Jason Robert Brown. I’m also a fan of Jeanine Tesori [Shrek the Musical], and [Adam] Guettel’s Light in the Piazza as new classic

works.

Andrews-Katz: City of Angels is a story within a story, and most actors play two characters. You played the ingénue Alaura, as well as Carla. Was it difficult to keep the two roles separate as they play out the storyline?

Hoty: No, not at all. I thought Alaura to be more of a leading lady. Frankly, Larry’s [Gelbart] dialogue and writing is genius, and very distinct, at least to me. There was no question that you were in a scene in a movie versus a scene that was happening in real time. When we got into the production, we had black and white clothes [for the movie segments] and color outfits for real time. Our set designer Robin Wagner made it really obvious to what was happening at the time.

Andrews-Katz: In Will Rogers Follies, you played his wife, Betty Blake Rogers. Do you find it any less challenging when playing a real person as opposed to a fictional character?

Hoty: That was kind of a challenge. We met one of their sons [Jimmy Rogers], and the other son, Will Rogers, Jr., was not well enough to make the trip to NYC. They were so generous when we got to Oklahoma, where we ended the tour, and it was pretty remarkable. We had the moon thrown at us, but in a good way. I remember David [Carradine, playing Will Rogers] with Tommy Tune saying it’s not necessary to do an impersonation of the character, but to get the essence of the person was more important.

Jimmy Rogers paid me many compliments, saying that it was like looking up [on stage] and seeing his mother; the gestures and the recreating of her spirit on a stage. We were connected to the Will Rogers Institute and they were very complimentary.

Andrews-Katz: What was your reaction when you were told the movie Footloose was going to be a musical?

Hoty: My first reaction? “Gee, is there a part in it for me?” I only learned about it when Walter Bobbie (who adapted it for the stage) called and asked me to do a table reading, and asked would I play Vi Moore, the preacher’s wife. I thought: “Bring it on, why not?” It was also really a fun, fun time.

Catherine Cox (who played Mrs. McCormack) used to be up against me for every role and sort of my friendly nemesis (in my mind, at least) because she always got the roles. When we worked together, we became good friends and had a blast standing in the wings, chatting about the kids working on stage.

Andrews-Katz: You were back on Broadway for Mamma Mia! Do you think it helps

if audiences know the music in jukebox musicals before going to see the show?

Hoty: I don’t think it matters one way or another. I was not a huge ABBA fan, but I like it and I enjoyed learning to sing those songs with a pop style. Those songs are not usually in my musical vocabulary, but they were what made that show so iconic. I think that even if you didn’t like ABBA, or even if you didn’t know ABBA, it wouldn’t hinder your ability to enjoy that show at all.

It’s not high art, nor is it pretending to be something it’s not. I can’t explain why some things work and some don’t, but as far as jukebox musicals go, Mamma Mia! is pretty well done.

Andrews-Katz: In 9 to 5 the Musical, you play Violet, the role originated by Lily Tomlin in the movie. In what ways is the character different for the musical?

Hoty: I never felt there was a shadow of Lily Tomlin because I just admire her so much as a performer and a person. When I can, I try to put a little something – something that only I would recognize, but it’s in there – and that’s my homage to them.

What I remember from Lily’s performance is that she is so still, as a character, and then the flip side of it, it becomes more physical/ situational comedy. I also saw Allison Janney do it on Broadway and thought she was terrific. She doesn’t have a huge Broadway sound, but she sings fine and she held her own. It’s a great part and I try to pay homage to both of them.

Andrews-Katz: How does an actor take a role that is so well-known and create something completely new?

Hoty: It always starts with the book.

Since Patricia Resnick is the librettist and was at many of our rehearsals, it was easy to access. For me, it starts with the page my character enters on. What does she say, what is said about her? It can be daunting stepping into some huge role that was made famous by someone else. Directors hire you thinking you can do it. I wouldn’t have said yes [to a role] if I thought it was out of my league. You don’t want to start being tied down, or held back.

9 to 5 the Musical contains familiar and new songs, with all music and lyrics written by Dolly Parton. Dee Hoty co-stars with American Idol runner-up Diana DeGarmo (Doralee Rhodes), Broadway veteran Mamie Parris (Judy Bernly), Kristine Zbnorik (Roz), and Joseph Mahowald as Franklin Hart, Jr. To contact Eric Andrews-Katz email eric@sgn.org.

by Sara Michelle Fetters SGN Contributing Writer Legendary director Jean Cocteau famously declared outcast, criminal, playwright, actor, poet and fellow Frenchman Jean Genet a literary genius, while Jean-Paul Sartre went so far as to liken him to a saint in his biography Saint Genet: Comédien et Martyr.

Now Three Dollar Film Cinema proudly showcases four films based on the satirist’s plays: The Maids with Glenda Jackson and Susannah York; the Academy Award-nominated The Balcony with Shelley Winters and Peter Falk; groundbreaking German director Rainier Werner Fassbinder’s final sexual epic Querelle; and Deathwatch, a rarely seen production of Genet’s first play, directed by Vic Morrow and starring Leonard Nimoy and Paul Mazursky.

They’re all part of Three Dollar Bill’s 6th annual Spring Film Series – “Outlaw: Jean Genet on Film,” starting Thursday, April 7 at the Northwest Film Forum – and programming director Jason Plourde couldn’t be more excited.

“Jean Genet is a fascinating individual

and he presented themes of homosexuality and other taboo topics when it was illegal to do so,” he explained to the SGN. “He came from a difficult childhood and a criminal past, and yet eventually used his writing talent to speak out against injustices. Each of the films presented show the dark side of human nature, but also the yearnings we all have for love and connection.”

The most intriguing title being presented is 1966’s Deathwatch. Unavailable on video or DVD, the movie is a curiosity that was once promoted as “the strangest triangle ever seen.” Co-produced by Nimoy (who also happens to make an appearance in The Balcony), the plot concerns three prisoners who battle for one another’s affections, the psychological repercussions of which result in unimaginable tragedy.

“It took a lot to arrange this screening,” Plourde said. “Film prints of this title are rare. This may be the only opportunity for people in Seattle to see this film. And, how often do you get a chance to see homoerotic prison films from the ’60s with Star Trek alum as the leads?”

For Plourde, the annual Spring Film Series is quickly becoming a Seattle tradition.

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“I love introducing audiences to films that have been overlooked or would be impossible to see on the big screen if not for series like these,” he said with a smile. “I also think it’s important to revisit films that are part of our LGBT film history. Seeing these films is entertaining, and also allows us to understand how our society has changed and helps shape the stories we tell in the future.”

“Outlaw: Jean Genet on Film” is a fourfilm series presented by Three Dollar Bill Cinema and begins with a screening of The Maids on April 7. All films will be screened at the Northwest Film Forum. Tickets are $10 for Three Dollar Bill members and $12 for the general public. Full series passes can be purchased for $40. Visit www.threedollarbillcinema.org for more information.

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SGN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

Source Code director Duncan Jones

by Sara Michelle Fetters SGN Contributing Writer

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The last time Duncan Jones was in the Emerald City, it was during the Seattle International Film Festival to talk about his 2009 debut Moon. While only making a minor dent at the domestic box office, the Kubrickian science fiction spectacular starring Sam Rockwell picked up accolades and awards everywhere it went, and became something of a cult favorite in the process.

After picking up a BAFTA for Outstanding Debut by a Writer, Director or Producer, the talented filmmaker (and son of rock star David Bowie) returned to Seattle to talk about his latest success, Source Code.

A time-travel thriller about an Afghan war veteran (Jake Gyllenhaal) who must endure repeating eight-minute intervals inside the body of a commuter train bomb victim in order to discover the identity of the terrorist responsible, the movie is a full-throttle exercise in intelligent action filmmaking that recalls The Twilight Zone during its heyday.

“It feels good right now,” sighed Jones as we began our chat in a suite at the downtown Fairmont Olympic. “One day, I feel like I’m going to have the same position as the Tarantinos or the Coens [of the world] have where they write their own material, do it on a reasonable budget, and make the films they want to make. With all the excitement surrounding Source Code, it’s easy to get excited looking ahead to the future. Hopefully more films like this and Moon mean I’m on course to do just that.”

In regards to this movie, Jones decided to forgo writing an original script for his sophomore outing the moment Ben Ripley’s screenplay came into his hands.

“It was actor-first,” he explained, regarding his decision to take on the project. “I am a huge fan of Jake’s; I think he’s really talented. He’s incredibly good-looking, obvious leading-man material, but he’s also really brave, and that’s the thing I didn’t know about. I knew his choices were brave, that goes without saying, but when I got to meet him and when I got to work with him, I discovered that he’s really willing to let me push him as far as possible.”

“He’ll have a take as to what he wants to do, and I’m happy to create an environment where he can do that, but he also [accepts] what I suggest and I’m kind

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of blunt on set. If I don’t like something I’ll say it, and if I do like something I’ll let people know, and he responded well to that. If I made a suggestion that was a little strange or a bit different he’d just do it, just go for it, and we got some really great results that way, and it was just a wonderful experience as a director. I had that with Sam [Rockwell, from Moon] as well, and now I’ve had two leading men in a row who’ve been just great fun to work with. I feel lucky in that respect.”

And as for Ripley’s script itself? Did he know immediately this was material he could do something interesting with?

“I did,” Jones answers immediately. “It’s got a great pace to it, and I love that aspect.

It’s got a really interesting conceit; the idea behind it is cool.”

“I wasn’t so sure about the tone. It was originally quite serious, and my response was that we needed to lighten the tone and inject some humor into it. I didn’t want to get bogged down in the technology; I felt we should buy the audience’s affection with some humor and get them to leap on board and go for the ride. That was my original take, and Ben was quite responsive to my thoughts and opinions. Once Jake and Ben agreed with me on that, it was a no-brainer as far as I was concerned to direct.”

All of this sounds great in theory, but trying to execute a plot as complex and as intricately layered as Source Code’s couldn’t have been simple, especially when you’re trying to interject a bit of fun and playfulness into the middle of all the suspense.

While someone like Hitchcock had the ability to do this sort of thing in his sleep, modern filmmakers typically drop the ball trying to emulate that sort of style – a fact that might have had Jones worried.

“Not really,” Jones says with a shrug.

“You just have to go for it and hope for the best. There are a lot of talented people at work here, and I trusted them to realize my vision. As you may know, I was working with one of the best in the business as far as editors are concerned. Paul Hirsch is a legend. He edited The Empire Strikes Back and Ferris Beuller’s Day Off, won an Oscar for the original Star Wars and was nominated again for Ray. He’s an extraordinary man, and having him on my side obviously made things a heck of a lot easier. It was like going back to film school working with him, and I think the main reason we were able to succeed in regards to execution of tone is thanks in large part to Paul.”

One of the intriguing aspects of both Moon and Source Code is that both, in some ways, could be construed as “twist” or “trick” films much like The Usual Suspects or The Sixth Sense. Yet unlike those pictures, Jones reveals their secrets relatively early on, using the shock and awe of the

revelation to fuel the drama, suspense, and emotion throughout the rest of their respective narratives.

“Holding revelations or revealing twists at the end wasn’t what I was trying to do in either picture,” he admits. “It’s a spectacular device when it’s done well, doing that.

The Sixth Sense is extraordinary and it has a great payoff. The Usual Suspects, fantastic payoff. But that’s really hard to do, and you have to have a really amazing script and a really amazing way of telling your story and revealing clues at precisely the moment when the audience is going to be most impacted by them. You also have to find a way to stop people from talking about it, and I think in the world that we live in today I don’t know if you could make The Usual Suspects or The Sixth Sense. I don’t know that if by the time they came out everyone would already know what the secrets behind them were. If that’s true, that’s kind of sad, because I do want people to still be able to make those kinds of films.”

“Our secrets in Source Code are less specific and more on-the-nose than those other

films we’ve been talking about. I didn’t need to keep them concealed very long because I think it actually improves the enjoyment factor for the audience if they’re not left entirely in the dark. The reveal we make moves the plot and the characters forward, and while I’d love it if people don’t talk about it, if you know going in what our secrets are, I don’t think it will dilute enjoyment in any substantial way.”

Now that he’s finished with Source Code, I asked Jones where he intends to go from here. More science fiction? Something completely different? Or is he still searching for that next great idea or perfect project?

“I know exactly what I’m going to be doing next,” he says with a wry, animated smile. “It will be sci-fi, so it will be in the same genre as my first two films, but it will definitely be a change of gears. I’m very excited about it. I’m hoping it will be my opportunity to blow people’s minds a little bit. I can’t say too much, because this one I really do want to keep its secrets as long as possible. But I’m really excited about it. I can’t wait to get started.”

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ties, on the other a mismatched love story filled with witty verbal repartee, the movie is a joyous frolic that’s as intriguing as it is agreeable. By the time it came to its more than satisfactory conclusion, I found it difficult not to walk out of the theater impressed. Even if some of the film strained credulity to its breaking point, the fun to be had far outweighed the sometimes melodramatic silliness inherent in the presented situations.

It starts with Gyllenhaal. This is the kind of action picture or thriller he should be appearing in, not overblown animated Jerry Bruckheimer spectacles like The Prince of Persia: Sands of Time. This movie and this role play to his ample strengths, allowing him to flex his comedic and dramatic muscles at the same time. His initial paranoia at the strangeness of his situation is catching, as is his growing desire to save the life of a woman he just met (and who he knows is long dead). There is a richness to his portrayal that’s surprising, and as the movie progressed, figuring out what he was going to do and how he was going to respond to each nugget of uncovered information proved to be a consistent delight.

I must say, however, that Farmiga is even better. She’s got an incredibly difficult role, spending a good majority of her screen time as nothing more than a figure sitting on the other side of a television monitor. Yet her performance grows in emotional weight and depth as the film progresses, and the actress gives her conflicting thoughts and desires shape as her charge comes closer and closer to achieving his goals. Her actions end up being the ones I found myself connected to the most, and her decisions are all ones I’d like to believe the majority of us would also make if found in a similar situation.

So the movie is fairly silly, and the central mystery isn’t so much a puzzle as it is a series of sketches flashed upon the screen, leading to a somewhat foregone conclusion. The science behind Source Code was so nondescript and sketchy that there were moments where all that was missing was Doc Brown to arrive with his shock of white hair ablaze, cackling on about space-time continuums and paradoxes that could destroy the universe.

But so what? Few movies are just this gosh darn cool, and I enjoyed the heck out of it first frame to last. The performances are all solid, and other than some so-so CGI, everything is great from a technical standpoint. (Paul Hirsch’s (Star Wars) editing is particularly noteworthy.)

As sophomore efforts go, Source Code is an even more impressive effort than was Jones’ first flick, Moon, and the final product is a Hitchcockian sci-fi locomotive that’s a complete blast for every one of its breathless 93 minutes.

Tricky Source Code a Hitchcockian sci-fi blast Source Code Opening April 1 Colter Stevens (Jake Gyllenhaal) isn’t sure what is going on. He’s woken up on a Chicago commuter train talking to a strange if friendly woman named Christina (Michelle Monaghan) as if they’ve been longtime friends, even though they’ve just met. The last thing he remembers was being in Afghanistan flying a helicopter, so trying to make sense out of this seemingly innocuous situation is driving him mad. Something is obviously wrong, and he’s got to figure out what that is, or the only logical conclusion is that he’s gone insane.

Suddenly, an explosion rips through the train, killing everyone. Colter jolts again, and this time he finds himself stuck inside a strange mechanical pod filled with a variety of blinking lights and numerous switches. A fellow soldier calling herself Colleen Goodwin (Vera Farmiga) appears before him on a small monitor asking if he discovered the identity of the bomber, wanting to know if his mission was a success. A man appears, a Dr. Rutledge (Jeffrey Wright), who wants to know whether or not he was successful as well, ordering that he be sent back to the train to try again if he was not.

The basics behind director Duncan Jones’ marvelous Source Code are simple. Working from a script by Ben Ripley, the film is your basic Twilight Zone situation of a man going back in time again and again and again to repeat the last eight minutes in another fellow’s life, attempting to solve a crime committed in the past so that the perpetrator cannot do it again in a quickly approaching future. It’s a ticking-clock thriller that’s one part Speed and two parts Groundhog Day, and the final product is a rapid-fire adventure that’s as fun and playful as it is action-packed and filled with s u s -

pense.

In other words, Jones has constructed a thoroughly entertaining jaunt worthy of multiple viewings. On the one hand discussing complicated theoretical scientific possibiliDirector Duncan Jones

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Celebrating 38 Years!

The Sounds are ringing loud and clear timot hy Sacce nti

The Sounds

by Albert Rodriguez SGN A&E Writer If you ever send a care package to Felix Rodriguez, remember to include corn tortillas. The guitarist for rock-electro band The Sounds, and many of his amigos back home in Sweden, are suckers for a good taco and are often limited to the flour variety of the Mexican flatbread. The Malmo-based group released their fourth album this week, titled Something to Die For, which includes the leadoff single and international smash “Better Off Dead” – an official music video for the track should post on YouTube in the coming days. Rodriguez, who is half Chilean/half Swedish and entirely irresistible, spoke with me by phone this week hours before The Sounds performed on Jimmy Kimmel Live! From a backstage green room in L.A., here’s what Felix Rodriguez revealed inside The Music Lounge.

Albert Rodriguez: Do you have a favor-

ite song from the new album?

Felix Rodriguez: To play live, I would say “Better Off Dead” and “Dance with the Devil.” This album is a little bit darker music-wise and also lyric-wise. I don’t know why that happened – probably because we live in Malmo, Sweden, and we always write music during the wintertime. Winter in Sweden is cold and boring and dark. If you’re surrounded in that environment, it takes you in a different way, to darker places.

A. Rodriguez: With the new album coming out, are you planning to go on tour?

F. Rodriguez: We haven’t announced any dates yet; we’re still booking. Probably in the fall we’ll do a proper U.S. tour.

A. Rodriguez: What do you remember about Seattle?

F. Rodriguez: I think I went to some kind of fish market. I remember being in Seattle because it was raining, and we were making fun of it because it always rains in Seattle.

Laura Love delights soldout crowd at Triple Door

by Mercy Moosemuzzle SGN Contributing Writer

Laura Love and Bitch Mercy’s friend Jousts joined her for Laura Love and Bitch at the Triple Door on March 27 because Cuteness had to be home with Equality. They had never heard of Bitch before. Jousts noted Bitch was a remarkable performer. The Lesbian singer/songwriter had a strong voice, fresh lyrics, and a fun range of styles and instruments. Her violin was lovely. She said Laura Love was her inspiration in learning to rock her bass. Alligator accompanied with swell keyboards.

High points were “Everything Shattered In-

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cluding the Light,” “Nothing For Me This violin and joined on Love’s most famous Time,” and “Open Up.” song, “Let Your Freak Flag Fly.” Lisa Koch Laura Love and Jen Todd took the stage. came to the stage to sing a Venus Envy song, Laura mentioned she is living in Okanogan “Put a Little Light in Your Heart.” She also County. Love let her powerful voice go with sang a song of her writing, “My Skin Has “The Cuckoo.” Her bass was Fallen and It Can’t soulful.

Get Up.” Laura sang Jen Todd’s “Amazing Grace” as guitar was an encore, knocking k nowing it out of the ballpark. and her Jousts said to Mercy, harmonies “That was the best luscious. A concert of the year.” song Laura wrote in the Cris field holler Williamson style, “Load Mercy is looking Up,” slowed forward to seeing things down, Cris Williamson but just for at the Triple Door a moment. on Sunday, April “Keep Your 10. Cris is bringing Eyes on the friends including Prize” reLisa Koch, Roxturned to anna Ward, Nancy the upbeat Rumble, Mel Watrhythm. A son, and Jen Todd. hot original, Now Seattle“It’s No Time based singer/ For Messsongwriter Cris ing Around,” Williamson is continued celebrating the reLaura Love the pace. lease of her latest “Hey, Lady, CD, GiftHorse.

Do You Have a Light?” was an- Cris and friends will also debut a sampling other fine Laura Love song. from her upcoming project, an album of Laura joked about herself and Jen playing standards from the likes of Gershwin and for Salt Lake City Gay Pride, an event they Porter – music that informs her vocal and said drew two people. They sang a medley compositional stylings. Mercy remembers of “More Than a Mormon,” “I am Mormon, being knocked out by Cris singing “SomeHear Me Roar,” and “The Mormon I Wake one to Watch Over Me” at Lisa Koch’s Up” in honor of the event. Jen sang a deli- birthday bash. cious solo, “Gonna Get it Right This Time,” You can get your tickets at thetripledoor. a nice slow folk song. Bitch came back on com. bratl i

Tower of Power Mercy’s friend Mischief joined Mercy for Tower of Power at Jazz Alley on March 24, because the late show was too late on a weeknight for Cuteness. Mischief had never heard of the band because she’s not a big fan of funk. When she heard them, she said, “Wow, that was great.” She liked their chemistry, and pointed out she couldn’t stay in her seat.

Band members include Emilio Castillo (tenor saxophone, vocals), Stephen “Doc” Kupka (baritone saxophone), Rocco Prestia (bass), Adolfo Acosta (trumpet), Mic Gillette (trumpet and trombone), Tom Politzer (saxophone), David Garibaldi (drums), Roger Smith (keyboards), Mike Harper (guitar), and Larry Brags (vocals).

Brags’ vocals knocked Mercy out. Tom Politzer’s sax, Adolfo Acosta’s trumpet, Mike Harper’s guitar, and Roger Smith’s piano stood out. The total brass sound was excellent.

The group opened with “We Came to Play.” “Sweet Soul Music” followed, as did “Soulful Song.” “Soul With a Capital S”

kept the theme going.

“What Did You Say?” had a nice guitar solo. The piano was featured in “On the Serious Side.” “Get Your Feet Back on the Ground” followed nicely. “How Can This Happen to Me?” featured a fine trumpet.

Brags nailed “Me and Mrs. Jones.” Emilio sang “Diggin’ on James Brown” with his soulful voice. “So Very Hard to Get” featured the trumpet. “I Could Never Make You Happy” slowed the pace down again, and also had a trumpet solo. Piano was featured in “What Is Hip?” Castillo said, “We should change the name of this place to ‘Soul Alley.’”

We went outside and got wet, so we had a good time.

A. Rodriguez: Is there anywhere in the U.S. you haven’t played at yet that you really want to?

F. Rodriguez: Well, we haven’t played in Hawaii. We were almost going to go there with No Doubt, but we didn’t. But we were on the No Doubt tour for like two months.

Alaska, we haven’t been to. That would be cool because it’s a totally different environment. We’ve been to so many cities, and sometimes it’s fun to come to a city that is weird because it’s so different from Sweden.

A. Rodriguez: You have a strong percentage of Gay fans in the U.S. Is this the same internationally?

F. Rodriguez: I think so. I don’t think that is something just coming from the States.

We played in Mexico and I also got that same question there. I don’t know why we have it, but it’s awesome.

A. Rodriguez: Maybe it’s the Swedish blood. I grew up believing Swedish men were the hottest.

F. Rodriguez: You might have a point there. I won’t disagree.

A. Rodriguez: Which music artists do you follow?

F. Rodriguez: I would say The Strokes, actually. The Strokes always interest me in how they progress as a band. I remember when we toured with them in 2004 and I got inspired by the way they bond, how they act as a band, and why they sound the way they sound. I just bought The Strokes’ album [Angles] two nights ago.

A. Rodriguez: Were they cool to tour with?

F. Rodriguez: Yeah, they were awesome.

We had a great time!

A. Rodriguez: What souvenirs from America do you take back to your mom and family?

F. Rodriguez: In the beginning, we brought souvenirs like stupid little cup holders saying “I Love NYC” or something like that. But the last time I brought back some Mexican art, some Mexican dolls – I bought a huge one, I’m a huge fan of Mexican culture and art. I just got a mariachi hat from a friend in Guadalajara.

A. Rodriguez: I’m sure when you come to America you have much better Mexican food than back in Sweden.

F. Rodriguez: A lot of people in Sweden on the weekends gather together a bunch of dudes or girls and just eat tacos – hard shell tacos with ground beef – and everyone loves this, it’s huge! I live in Malmo and it has 300,000 people and I guess we have one, maybe two Mexican restaurants.

A. Rodriguez: For those of us who’ve never been to Sweden before, describe what it’s like.

F. Rodriguez: Sweden is a beautiful country in many ways. Many of the cities are old, like the city where we’re from, Helsingborg – it’s over 950 years old. You can see old buildings, which is pretty rare in the States. It’s really clean here in Sweden on the streets. Also, the people are pretty humble and reserved.

A. Rodriguez: Do you find Swedish people or Americans to be sexier?

F. Rodriguez: Maybe the American people because they might be more outgoing.

But also the Swedish people, because we’re known for just having random, casual sex.

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ARIES (March 20 – April 19): You’re certain to make a fool of yourself one way or another, so just lighten up and let yourself be in on the joke. While taking yourself too seriously is surely disastrous, do be serious about safety.

TAURUS (April 20 – May 20): It’s not that you worry too much, but you need to worry better. Get clear on what’s provoking your anxieties so you can resolve them once and for all. Resolution won’t come instantly, but insights now will prove helpful later.

GEMINI (May 21 – June 20): Arguments with friends are easily blamed on miscommunications. If you can’t patch things up now, a little time apart could be helpful. New friends offer new ideas, but those could cause more confusion than they solve.

CANCER (June 21 – July 22): Anything you do, and especially your mistakes, will be much observed. Consulting with your boss or experts will at least help disperse any blame and make those mistakes more interesting. A good sense of humor and broad perspective will get you through.

LEO (July 23 – August 22): Only get into arguments if you want to be proven wrong and struggle with some new ideas. You could learn a great deal, but don’t jump on any bandwagons yet! Those novel notions will soon require closer examination and corrections.

VIRGO (August 23 – September 22): Experimental sexual techniques will probably teach you more about what you don’t like than what you do. It doesn’t hurt to give it a try and scratch things off the list. Avoid anything risky for now. These are accident-prone times!

LIBRA (September 23 – October 22): Arguments and misunderstandings with your partner are to be expected. Every relationship has its challenges. Breaking up now could be a big mistake.

Committing to a new relationship now is a bigger one!

SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21): Moderation is the key to fitness. Pushing too hard is sure to do you harm. Take disruptions at work in a calm, even stride. Are you being fair to colleagues or employees? Really? Consider those problems now.

Decide later.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 20): Daring gestures will blow up in your face; you can’t win for losing, and any creative efforts now will backfire. Stay in good humor and treat it all as a grand experiment. Learning what doesn’t work will serve you well in the future.

CAPRICORN (December 21 – January 19): Household accidents are likelier than ever. Especially with anything involving fire or electricity this is not the time for clever innovations. Write down and design any bright ideas you have, but review them next month before fiddling with wires.

AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18): Your mouth is getting way ahead of your brain. Be very careful to converse only with people who aren’t easily offended; still be ready to apologize. Writing is safer than talking – unless you’re worried about evidence.

PISCES (February 19 – March 19): Reconsider your life’s priorities. You could surprise yourself. If you don’t you haven’t been thinking that hard about it. Rude financial shocks should stimulate brilliant new ideas, although any new ideas now will need revision later.

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kindness.”

Her best memory of Seattle from her previous visit could be summed up with flying fish. “I went to the Pike Place Market and some guy was throwing fish,” she joked.

“I wasn’t paying attention and I almost got popped in the bush with a fish!”

Shangela has made a name for herself as “the queen who got to come back” in the third season of RuPaul’s Drag Race after being voted off the show in the first episode of season two. To date, Shangela is the only repeat contestant. However, she says there are some misconceptions that she wishes to clear up.

“I wasn’t ‘brought back,’ I had to audition just like everybody else,” she said. “I felt I had more to offer, so I put together an audition tape and sent it in. The producers saw something in me and decided to give me another chance. It truly was a blessing and a surprise. I didn’t take my second chance lightly, and I really turned it up this season.”

“Although I have worked as an actor, in public affairs, and as a comedian, I just knew that drag is the direction I wanted my life to go,” said Shangela. “My dream has always been to be an entertainer, and I am loving this!”

So what is the “T” on halleloo?

“I can’t take credit for creating the phrase, but I feel great that I was able to popularize it,” she told SGN. “Halleloo is something I have always said around my friends. Halleloo is the way I live; it’s about living your life with fun and in good spirits. If something really good happens to me I say I am livin’ the ‘loo!”

Any drag sensation will tell you that music is essential. You gotta be current and, if you’re not, then you need to bring it with some good old-fashioned Gay classics.

Shangela says she is no different. “I really love all types of music,” she said. “But right now I am really into Nicki Minaj, and I’m a big Kylie Minogue fan. If I need to bring the mood down a little, I listen to Adele.”

The recent fame that Shangela has embraced from being on Drag Race has allowed her to take her show on the road.

From Ohio to Florida to Hollywood, the bad girl of season three has been there and done that.

“Being on the road is the best thing to me because I am able to interact with my Shanfans,” she said. “It is so important for entertainers to have that face time.”

“When you come to a show that I am in, you get to experience Shangela,” she continued. “I like for my fans to walk away and feel like they know me. I get to know them, too. I get to see and experience them in their club and their environment. I love it.”

But the road can be perilous for a gal in heels, says Shangela. “The craziest thing that has gone down on the road was when I was in Ohio,” she recalled. “There was so much snow on the ground and on my way to the club from the airport we were sliding around on the ice. It was hell on the nerves but I just said, ‘Come hell or high water, I am gonna make it to that show!’ Halleloo!”

Like many drag queens before her, Shangela has used the art as a way to give back. “I’ve always been involved with helping others. I have been given help in my life, and so I have made philanthropy a part of who I have become,” she said. “It is important to give back. It is who I am. The only way going forward is for people to really reach out and help each other.”

Shangela has been involved as a strong advocate for equality, HIV/AIDS awareness, LGBT youth, and ending hunger.

“Onward and upward – that is how I am living my life,” said the superstar. “I am so happy to be following my dreams and moving forward. I’ve got so many projects going on, and it feels great. I am really excited about the NBC pilot I am working on, and a one-hour comedy special called Lequifa I Say What! I am just really enjoying touring and bringing my show to different cities.”

Shangela says she has “put the boo-hoo down” and is ready to rock Seattle. “Get ready for a high-energy and fun show!”

An Evening at Le Faux with Shangela will sell out, so get your tickets today. Go to

www.lefauxshow.com to reserve your seat.

For dinner and large party reservations, call (206) 334-0513. For more information about Shangela, visit www.shangela.com.

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continued from the cover Here’s what this naughty, hilarious Italian hot mama had to say to Seattle Gay News.

Albert Rodriguez: What do you remember about Seattle?

Lisa Lampanelli: Well, I filmed my second special there, Dirty Girl, at the Moore Theatre, and I really liked it. I had this joke where I said “Seattle has no blacks – they don’t even take their coffee black.” It was actually true because we chose the one black guy in the whole theater for me to make fun of during my special.

Rodriguez: Joan Rivers, Kathy Griffin, Margaret Cho, and Lisa Lampanelli – you all have big Gay fan bases. What do you think the connection is between female comedians and Gay men?

Lampanelli: I think it’s Gay men and drag queen-looking comedians, because if you lined us all up – me, Kathy Griffin, Margaret Cho, and Joan Rivers – you would not be able to tell the drag version from the real version. You all know that we sort of use tape to get dressed and tuck in our penises, and you like us because of that.

Rodriguez: I’m a chocolate daddy virgin – never had one. Is it the real deal, worth checking out?

Lampanelli: In my book [Chocolate, Please: My Adventures in Food, Fat and Freaks] I found it really exotic and exciting, because growing up in Connecticut and going to Catholic school we didn’t have any black people. We had four guys they imported from Bridgeport to play basketball, and that was it. I know since you’re a big homo, you’re talking about should you bang one. I say, go for it. But I would warm up with a Hispanic to get a little stretched out first – don’t start with a Jew; they’re going to be pretty easy on the old ass. You gotta get used to a little girth back there.

Rodriguez: I do think Kobe Bryant is hot.

Lampanelli: I know, he is cute. And he’s a light-skinned brother, like someone in his family banged Thomas Jefferson.

Rodriguez: Is there any celebrity that hasn’t come out that seriously needs to?

Lampanelli: Tom Cruise, John Travolta, Oprah, Ryan Seacrest. Have I named anyone who clearly isn’t a big faggot? Don’t you feel the same way about all those people?

Rodriguez: I do. And Clay Aiken and Ricky Martin, who for some reason when they actually did come out it was supposed to be “news.”

Lampanelli: Yeah, Clay Aiken. That really shocked the shit out of everybody, right?

But I understand the deal with someone like Barry Manilow who had to stay in the closet because years ago he wouldn’t have been able to make a living. I get it. So, I almost give everybody a free pass who’s over 50. If you’re not over 50, jump out, bitches!

Rodriguez: Do you think Gay marriage will ever be legal in the U.S.?

Lampanelli: I can only hope so. I think they should legalize Gay marriage, but outlaw Gay divorces. You fuckers want it so much? Keep it!

Rodriguez: In your opinion, who’s the best comedian in the business right now?

Lampanelli: It’s hard to say. I’d still watch [Don] Rickles any day of the week.

I’ll go to see a few women comics, like I think Kathy Griffin is awesome, Joan Rivers is a legend. There’s too many to name.

Rodriguez: What do you think about Daniel Tosh, aside from the fact that he’s cute?

Lampanelli: I’ve never seen his stand-up.

My nephews love him, they worship him.

And I’ve gotta say my nephews have pretty good taste, because they like my comedy.

His TV show is really funny and it beats The Daily Show in the ratings, which cracks me up because kids wanna see people falling on their asses on YouTube instead of listening to the news.

Rodriguez: Bullying has affected a lot of young Gay people across the country. Do you have any advice for victims of bully-

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ing?

Lampanelli: That’s a really tough one. I wanna cry because I have a real issue with bullying – it pisses me off. I was never bullied as a kid, but people in my family were.

All I can say is find someone who gets it and complain, because the few times my parents stood up for us about those things … they’ll never forget it.

Rodriguez: What are you most thankful for when you wake up in the morning?

Lampanelli: That I found something to do that’s fun, pays a lot of money – even if it pays nothing, I found something to do that I really like and I don’t dread going to every day. There are long days. But can you imagine long days doing something you didn’t want to do?

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continued from the cover “Bad Romance.” His performance left the audience cheering and wanting more. Although he didn’t advance to another round, I highly encourage Ramiro to come back and give it another go.

Contestant number three, Christina Brewer, sang Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You” with perfection. Christina really owned the song and made it her own. Great job, girl!

Super-sexy Dillon Larkin rocked “Drops of Jupiter” by Train. Dillon was clearly comfortable onstage, at one point singing to the judges and telling the audience to drink a FUZE/Absolut cocktail.

Who doesn’t like Madonna’s “Like a Prayer”? Fauna Doyle, contestant number five, made us love it!

Brandee Medeiros, contestant number six, won over the audience and judges to become the night’s winner and advance to the Grand Finale. Delivering an amazing rendition of Adele’s “Rolling in the Deep,” it was clear to see that Brandee is going to give her competition a run for the money to become this year’s Pride Idol. I think we’ve only just begun to see what Brandee will bring to this competition.

Bringing rock to the competition, contestant number seven, Jenn Miller, offered Idol fans a good performance of Alanis Morrisette’s “You Oughta Know.”

Next up, Jennifer O’Brian went out on a limb to sing a great ’80s classic: Pat Benatar’s “We Belong.” Jennifer has a lot to offer the competition as a vocalist, and I highly encourage her to return in the following weeks.

Returning from last year’s competition was the amazingly fun and energetic Dante Rogers. Dante is an absolute delight.

He owns the stage and puts a lot into every performance. On Sunday, Dante brought us back to the ’70s as he sang “Disco Inferno”

by The Trammps, which earned him second runner-up!

This year, each night of Pride Idol has a theme: Sunday, April 3: R&B Night Sunday, April 10: Gospel Night Sunday, April 17: Diva Night Sunday, April 24: ’80s Night Sunday, May 1: Pop Culture Night Sunday, May 8: Latino Night Sunday, May 15: Country Music Night Sunday, May 29: Soundtrack Night Sunday, June 5: Burlesque Night You don’t have to choose songs that go with that night’s theme, but it is highly encouraged. Also, remember to dress the part – you are performing, after all – and try to win over the judges and audience alike.

Each week there is a nightly prize of $100 for first place, a Verizon Wireless Bluetooth Device and a spot in the Wildcard round for second place, and two VIP tickets to Le Faux at Julia’s on Broadway for third place.

Who’s going to take home the Pride Idol trophy and prizes this year? Why not you?

You can sign up in person the night of the competition or online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/162931. There is a $10 fee to enter the contest.

This year’s Grand Finale prize package is very attractive: $300 will go to third place, $500 to second place, and first prize is $1,000 and a Verizon Wireless phone with two round-trip tickets to the continental U.S. and Canada aboard Delta airlines (courtesy

of Orbitz) and a chance to perform aboard the Seattle Out and Proud float during the Seattle Pride Parade, June 26. Seattle Out and Proud (SO&P) produces Seattle’s annual pride parade.

Come out and sing! Show us what you’ve got and become Seattle’s next Pride Idol!

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continued from the cover probably the only chance he’ll have for success. What follows is a visual feast of dancing that expresses everything from political clashes to the beauty of ballet escapism.

There are four different young men playing the title role, and I had the pleasure of seeing two of them. While slightly different stylistic interpretations were offered, both showed excessive amounts of talent, which only leads to the belief that no matter which you see (Lex Ishimoto, Daniel Russell, Kylend Hetherington, or Giuseppe Bausilio), you will not be disappointed.

These young men have a dance discipline that often escapes people many years older.

They share a common ability to capture the audiences and immediately have us sympathizing and cheering along with them each dance step of the way.

Act I ends with “Angry Dance” as Billy explodes his frustrations through a temper tantrum modernistic tap dance that expresses the angst, anger, and frustration that any 11-year-old can feel. It’s done with such fantastic emotion and fierce deliverance that as soon as the curtain closed (signaling the conclusion of Act 1), it immediately rose to give the talented dancer his own momentary – and much-deserved – acknowledgment.

Faith Prince plays Mrs. Wilkinson, the ballet instructor that serves as guide, instructor, and mother-by-proxy to Billy. As expected from a woman of such high acclaim, Ms. Prince delivers beautifully. She shows us a woman frustrated with her surroundings, and the sheer surprise and incredible hopes when recognizing Billy’s dancing potential. She plays the role with a subtle fierceness, strong in resolve and not afraid to stand up to Billy’s father when his blue-collar attitude gets the better of him.

And yet, Ms. Prince also exudes a gentle calm that serves to nurture the motherless boy and carefully encourages him to become all he can be.

There are four others in Billy’s life that help shape the path of the gifted boy. His grandmother (played by Patti Perkins) may be senile, but her memory is strong enough to share the experiences of her married years. The song “We’d Go Dancing” is a mixture of regret, sorrow and the glimpse of happiness that made it worthwhile.

Tony (Jeff Kready) is perfect as Billy’s older brother fighting for the miner’s rights, and trying to keep a hold of the only reality he knows.

Billy’s father (Rich Hebert) masters the challenge of being the lower-class miner struggling to take care of his family, and battling with his preconceived notions of what his son should be. Hebert does not hold back, and we see each stab of pain cross his expression and manifest itself from his body language; the true mark of a talented actor.

The main support Billy finds is from his best friend Michael (Griffin Birney or Jacob Zelonky). It is from him that Billy learns to be true to your inner self. In the song “Expressing Yourself,” the two discover there’s nothing wrong with “being who you want to be” as they dress up in women’s clothing.

While Michael’s sexual orientation is not as clearly presented as it is in the film, it’s not needed to be brought to the front in this production. The message is clear regardless: “Start a new fashion, buck all the trends.

Emphasize integrity.” And be true to yourself.

The choreographer of the show (Peter Darling) is another person who deserves mention. He has staged a truly beautiful and different form of modernistic and urban ballet. As certain scenes unfold, the audiences sees the physical clash of picket line protestors and police riot squads. As the two sides collide, a troupe of ballet dancers interweave and move flawlessly through the battle, showing us the complete spectrum of simultaneous events happening. Billy’s

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“Angry Dance” has him throwing his defiance against police battalions, all done meticulously to music and expressed through dance.

Billy Elliot: The Musical began Broadway previews on October 1, 2008 and is still currently running, quickly approaching its 1,000th performance. In 2009, it tied the record for the most Tony Award nominations in one season with 15 nominations and 10 wins (Tony Awards and Drama Desk Awards) including Best Musical. Although

the stage production glosses over some of the stark reality of the film in order to make the musical more family-friendly, it does contain consistent language and hand gestures not only from the parents, but the child actors as well. The film was released in 2000, and was nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Original Screenplay.

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DJ Dance 9 pm - 1:30 am. Hosted by Eric. Bear Night, 2nd Friday every month.

The Cuff Complex - Country Dance, 7:00 - 10:30 pm.

High Energy Dance, 10:30 pm - 3 am. Cover $5.00 @ 9 pm www.cuffcomplex.com.

The Elite - No cover! 12pm -2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, $1 off call cocktails, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. $3.00 daily drink specials. Happy Hour, 3 - 7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour Sun. - Thurs. 9 - 11 pm: $1.50 Miller drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3.00 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. till 4:30 pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - No cover … ever!!! Start your weekend off right. Happy Hour 6 - 8 pm.Weekly beer & cocktail specials.

Neighbours Nightclub - House music with DJ Eric.

9 pm - 4 am 21+ * Cover charges as follows: 9 pm - 12 am, $5.00; 12 am - 2 am, $8.00; 2 am - 4 am, $10.00* **From 2 am - 4 am, 18+ with valid ID on main floor** www.neighboursnightclub.com.

Neighbours Underground - Efren's Divas Latin Night. 10 pm - 2 am. 21+ with valid ID. $5.00 cover. 206328-5198.

Poco Wine Room - An intimate, cozy Capitol Hill wine bar featuring many NW wines by the glass. www.pocowineroom.com.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - 3 pm - 2 am. Happy Hour until 7 pm; DJ Freddy King of Pants 9 pm - midnight.

R Place - Happy Hour with Jeff 4-7 $5.75 wells $2.50 drafts. Daily drink and bottle specials. Lashes Cabaret at 9 pm with Chablis & company. DJ E spins on the 3rd floor at 10pm VJ Flow spins the top Videos on the 2nd floor.

Seattle Eagle - LEATHER NIGHT (watch for events) DJs SMILLER & BunD 8 pm - 2 am.

Swank - in Kent - Happy Hour, 4 - 7 pm. $2.50 wells, $2 drafts. Dancing with DJ Ricki Leigh.

Twisted - Dancing with DJ Matt Stands, 1st Friday of the month: DJ Trent Von and wet t-shirt contest, 2nd Friday of the month: Fetish Night www.twistedineverett.com Vibe - in Kent - $4 Jäger Bombs. South Side Boogie-Dancing, 9 pm - 2 am, with DJ Dirty Dan. Karaoke in the Main Room, 9 pm - 2 am. No cover.

Wildrose - www.thewildrosebar.com.

SATURDAY

Changes - Happy Hour till 7 pm. Free video games & pool all day & Night. Tacos 2 for $2.00 until sold out.

Club Silverstone - in Tacoma. Happy Hour till 7 pm.

DJ Dance, 9 pm - 1:30 am. Hosted by Eric.

The Cuff Complex - High Energy Dance, 10 pm - 3 am, with DJs Stacey Cooks, MattStands, Harmonix, Funkybear.

Cover $5 @ 6 pm www.cuffcomplex.com.

The Elite - No cover! 12pm-2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, $8 Stoli doubles, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. $3 daily drink specials. Happy Hour, 3 - 7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour, Sun.-Thurs. 9 - 11 pm: $1.50 Miller drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. till 4:30 pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - No cover … ever!!! But get in early to beat the line. Capacity enforced for your comfort & safety.

Happy Hour, 6 - 8 pm.Weekly beer & cocktail specials.

Neighbours - Progressive House with DJ Randy Schlager from C89. 21+ with Valid ID. 9 pm - 4 am. *Cover charges as follows - 9 pm - 12 am, $5.00; 12 am - 2 am. $8.00; 2 am - 4 am, $10.00. 206-324-5358; www.neighboursnightclub.com.

Neighbours Underground - “THE ORIGINAL VOGUE NIGHT” 9 pm - 2 am, $7 cover Poco Wine Room - An intimate, cozy Capitol Hill wine bar featuring many NW wines by the glass. www.po-

cowineroom.com.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - 3 pm - 2 am. Happy Hour until 7pm. DJ Freddy King of Pants, 9 pm - midnight.

R Place - HAPPY HOUR with Erik 2-7 $5.75 wells $2.50 domestic drafts. $6.50 Gourmet Bloody Mary’s Lashes cabaret with Chablis and Company at 9pm DJ Flow spins on the 3rd floor at 10 pm VJ E spins the top Videos on the 2nd floor.

Seattle Eagle - Underwear Party Night (watch for event listing) DJs HOTPLAY, KING OF PANTS, UPABOVE, KC+guests.

Steamworks - 11:30 pm - 4:30 am DJ Chavez Swank - in Kent - Happy Hour, 4 - 7 pm. $2.50 wells, $2 drafts. Dancing with DJ Ricki Leigh.

Twisted - Dancing with DJ Trent Von, 3rd Saturday of the month: Boys Night Out with wet underwear contest, Last Saturday of the month: “Diva-Licious” hosted by Madison Lane with Prime Rib dinner special. www.twistedineverett. com Vibe - in Kent - Absolut Saturdays! $5 Absolut Drinks.

South Side Boogie Dancing, 9 pm - 2 am with DJ Dirty Dan. No cover.

Wildrose - First Saturday each month, DJs & dancing. $5 cover. www.thewildrosebar.com.

Sunday

Changes - Open at Noon, Happy hour ALL DAY / NIGHT. Karaoke at 9 pm with Black Nail Productions.

Club Silverstone - in Tacoma. Happy Hour till 7 pm.

9-Ball Pool Tourney at 6 pm - 16 players only. Hosted by RW & Co. The Cuff Complex - Re Quest T-Dance DJ John England 6 pm-12 am, Beer Bust $1 domestic drafts & $4 well drinks, Cover $5 @ 6 pm. www.cuffcomplex.com.

Bottleneck Lounge - Check out ELIXER, a new “late night” Happy Hour every Sunday night from 9 - midnight.

Featuring six, old-school, classic cocktails for just $6 a piece. This is a great way to sample outstanding cocktails at a smokin’ price.

The Elite - No cover! 12pm-2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. $3 daily drink specials. Happy Hour 3-7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour Sun.-Thurs. 9-11 pm: $1.50 Miller Drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. till 4:30 pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - NW Sports first on TV. Sound with early afternoon Mariners games. Pitcher special all day with free U-shell peanuts and pool.

Neighbours - 9 pm - 2 am Entre Hermanos Noche Latina $5.00 cover 21+ with Valid ID.With DJ Luis.

Poco Wine Room - An intimate, cozy Capitol Hill wine bar featuring many NW wines by the glass. www.pocowineroom.com.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - 2 pm-midnight. Happy Hour until 7 pm.

R Place - Happy Hour with Erik 2-7 $5.75 Wells $2.50 domestic drafts. $6.50 Gourmet Bloody Mary’s newest night on the Hill! SIN SUNDAYS HOUSE MUSIC ON THE 3rd Floor. 2 NEW rotating DJ’s every week watch the SGN for the ads.

Rosebud - Industry Night, 6 pm - Closing. Bring something indicating that you work in the hospitality industry (pay stub, food handler or alcohol server permit, business card, etc.) to recieve Happy Hour drink and food prices all night!

Seattle Eagle - Beer Bust $1 Drafts from 2-10pm Dj UP-ABOVE from 10-2 Twisted - Happy Hour all night! www.twistedineverett. com Vibe - in Kent - Happy Hour All Day! FREE POOL! Wildrose - Free pool all day. www.thewildrosebar.com.

MONDAY

Changes - Happy Hour all day and night.

Club Silverstone - in Tacoma. Happy Hour till 7 pm.

See us at www.clubsilverstone.com.

The Cuff Complex - “Free Games” ALL DAY! Tabletop games, pool, darts, pinball. Happy Hour 2 pm - 8 pm

half price appetizers. www.cuffcomplex.com.

The Elite - No cover! 12pm-2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. Daily drink specials at $3, Happy Hour 3-7 pm daily, Late Night Happy Hour Sun.-Thurs. 9-11 pm: $1.50 Miller Drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. till 4:30 pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - Happy Hour 6-8 pm. Pint night with Happy Hour prices 8 pm-close. 9-Ball Pool Tourney at 7 pm.

Neighbours - “MAD MESS MONDAYS” With Neighbours hottest new DJ: DJ AARON. No cover.

Poco Wine Room - An intimate, cozy Capitol Hill wine bar featuring many NW wines by the glass. www.pocowineroom.com.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - Happy Hour 4-7pm.

Hamburger & Draft Beer $6.00 from 4pm -10.00 Black Nail Productions Karaoke 9pm to 1am.

R Place - Happy Hour with Jeff 4-7 $5.75 wells $2.50 domestic drafts. Daily drink and bottle special. FREE POOL ALL DAY ALL NIGHT. Rosebud - Industry Night, 6 pm - Closing. Bring something indicating that you work in the hospitality industry (pay stub, food handler or alcohol server permit, business card, etc.) to recieve Happy Hour drink and food prices all night!

Seattle Eagle - Radio Dept. $4 wells all night Dj HOTPLAY from 10 pm - 2 am.

Swank - in Kent - Happy Hour 4-7 pm. $2.50 wells, $2 drafts.

Twisted - Game Night featuring Pool Tournaments and Wii Bowling. Happy Hour all night! www.twistedineverett. com Vibe - in Kent - $1 Domestic Drafts, $2.50 all bottled beers, $3 Touch Down Shots. FREE POOL! Wildrose - Pool Tournament 7 pm w/Prizes!

TUESDAY

Changes - $1.25 Domestic bottles. Hamburger $2.50, Cheeseburger $3.50, Bacon cheeseburger $4.50.

Club Silverstone - In Tacoma. Happy Hour till 7 pm.

Free pool all day - 2 tables.

The Cuff Complex - Bear-aoke 8 pm-12 am with host Jonathan Jones. Peanut night with “Free Games” alll day.

Happy Hour 2 pm - 8 pm half price appetizers. www.cuffcomplex.com.

The Elite - No cover! 12pm-2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. Daily drink specials at $3, Happy Hour 3-7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour Sun.-Thurs. 9-11 pm: $1.50 Miller Drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. til 4:30pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - Happy Hour 6-8 pm. 8-Ball Pool Tournament starts at 6:30 pm.

Neighbours Underground - “DRAG IDOL” with your host Ryan Hazey 9 pm - 2 am. $6 cover.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - 3 pm-2 am. Happy Hour until 7 pm. Black Nail Production Karaoke 9 pm-1 am.

R Place - HAPPY HOUR 4-7 with Jeff. $5.75 wells $2.50 domestic drafts. Daily drink and bottle special. KARAOKE with Ben 9-2 am.

Rosebud - Speakeasy Night, 8:30 pm - Closing. Listen to prohibition era music by DJ Dubonet and enjoy a libation from William's famous cocktail menu. Dapper dress from the era is encouraged.

Seattle Eagle - IN HEAT $5 Long Island Iced teas Dj KINGOFPANTS from 10-2 Swank - in Kent - Happy Hour 4-7 pm. $2.50 wells, $2 drafts.

Twisted - $2 Tuesday featuring “Are You Smarter Than A Drag Queen?” trivia contest for $2, $2 tacos, well drinks and drafts all night! www.twistedineverett.com Vibe - in Kent - $10 Dizzy Pass - $1 you call it, 6pm to close.

Karaoke 9pm-2am with José.

Wildrose - Taco Tuesday. No cover.

WEDNESDAY

Changes - Happy Hour until 7 pm. Karaoke 9 pm.

A Black Nail production.

Club Silverstone - In Tacoma. Happy Hour till 7 pm.

8-Ball Tourney 7:30 pm. Hosted by RW & Co. Karaoke 9 pm-1:30 am hosted by Michael.

The Cuff Complex - Free pool & Pitcher Special.

Country Dancing 1st & 3rd Wednesday. POZ Social 2nd

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Wednesday. Dress Code Leather Social 4th Wednesday.

Happy Hour 2 pm - 8 pm half price appetizers. www.cuffcomplex.com.

The Elite - No cover! 12pm-2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. $3 daily drink specials. Happy Hour 3-7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour Sun.-Thurs. 9-11 pm: $1.50 Miller Drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. till 4:30pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - Happy Hour 6-8 pm. Dart Tournament starts at 7:30 pm.

Neighbours Underground - Roxy's House of Dolls with DJ Trent Von in the Neighbours www.neighboursnightclub.com. 206-324-5358.

Poco Wine Room - An intimate, cozy Capitol Hill wine bar featuring many NW wines by the glass. www.pocowineroom.com.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - 3 pm-2 am. Happy Hour until 7 pm. DJ Gelliphish 7 pm-midnight.

Re-Bar - D.A.I.S.Y. Age with Riz! Hip Hop and R/B from the 1990’s.YO! FREE 10 pm.

R Place - HAPPY HOUR 4-7 with Jeff . $5.75 wells $2.50 domestic drafts.WET show.All male wet underwear contest 3 rd floor. Hosted by Chablis $100.00 1st place $50.00 2nd place 3 rd place Porn. DJ E Rocks the 3rd floor top 40, R&B. Rosebud - Hump Day Singles Mixer, 5:30 - 8:30 pm, Single? Come in and meet others. Not single? Join us anyway and meet some new friends.

Grren Fairy Night, 8:30 pm - Closing. Bartender William channels the Green Fairy using sinful drinks made with absinthe. Anything can happen!

Seattle Eagle - on the DOWNLOW $2 Dos Equis Dj KINGOFPANTS from 10-2 Swank - in Kent - Happy Hour 4-7 pm. $2.50 wells, $2 drafts. Karaoke - drink specials.

Twisted - Karaoke Idol with Robin. All you can eat spaghetti for $5.50 and $6 Long Island Teas. www.twistedineverett.com Vibe - in Kent - $1 off all mixed drinks and shots. Karaoke 9pm-2am with José.

Wildrose - Karaoke 8 pm-12:30 am. No cover; drink specials. www.thewildrosebar.com.

THURSDAY

Changes - Happy Hour from 12 noon til 8pm. Karaoke at 9pm A Black Nail Production.

Club Silverstone - In Tacoma. Happy Hour till 7 pm.

Dart Tourney 7:30 pm. Hosted by RW & Co. The Cuff Complex - Pool tournament 7 pm. Karaoke 8 pm-12 am with host Jonathan Jones. Happy Hour 2 pm 8 pm half price appetizers. www.cuffcomplex.com.

The Elite - No cover! 12pm-2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. $3 daily drink specials. Happy Hour 3-7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour Sun.-Thurs. 9-11 pm: $1.50 Miller Drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. til 4:30pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - Happy Hour 6-8 pm. Weekly beer & cocktail specials. Kick off the weekend early. No DJ needed, you control the jukebox.

Neighbours - Rock Lobster 80's night with DJ Trent Von. 9 pm - 3 am. $3 cover. 21+ with valid ID; 18+ from 2-3 am. www.neighboursnightclub.com.

Poco Wine Room - An intimate, cozy Capitol Hill wine bar featuring many NW wines by the glass. www.pocowineroom.com.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - 3 pm-2 am. Happy Hour until 7 pm. DJ Thomas from 7 pm-midnight.

R Place - HAPPY HOUR 4-7 with Jeff. $5.75 wells $2.50 domestic drafts. ASS all male amateur strip show. Hosted

by Chablis. $200.00 1st place $100.00 2nd place $50.00 3rd place DJ Flo’w Rocks the 3rd floor top 40 R&B. Seattle Eagle - BAREBACK Thursday $1 Off If You Take Your Shirt Off Dj TOAST from 10-2 Swank - in Kent - Happy Hour 4-7 pm. $2.50 wells, $2 drafts. Karaoke - drink specials.

Twisted - Disco Delight! Dance music of the 70s and 80s. BOGO burgers and $2 Bud and Bud Light drafts. www. twistedineverett.com Vibe - in Kent - $3 wells, $4 Washington Apples.

Wildrose - Cheap date night! $2 wells. Corn dogs & tater tots. www.thewildrosebar.com.

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DEADLINE: Tuesday 5pm.

ACCESSIBILITY: Is your event accessible to LGBTQ people with disabilities? See Jean’s List webpage www.scn.org/activism/calendar/disabilities.html for Marla Nonken’s disabilities accommodations lists.

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Pride Idol (3/27-6/19). Doors 6pm, Competition 7pm.

Neighbours Nightclub, 1509 Broadway. Every Sunday.

Who will take home the Pride Idol trophy this year?

The winner will perform on the Pride Idol float in the Seattle Pride Parade on Sunday, June 26. www. seattlepride.org Noche Latina - Latino Night. 10pm. Neighbours, 1509 Broadway. Every Sunday.

MONDAY - April 4

SATURDAY - April 2

Seattle Frontrunners Fun Run. 9am. Greenlake (outside Evans Pool). Every Saturday. GLBT running & walking club sponsors weekly runs, monthly potlucks, track & field activity, annual Run With Pride. 448-8518. www.seattlefrontrunners.org.

Seattle Edible Book Festival. 12noon-3pm. Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N. A festival celebrating books, food & the people who love them.

Admission $10. FREE with edible entry. To REGISTER an entry email edible@settlebookarts.org Film Screening - “Together.” 2-4pm. Seattle Central Library, 1000 4th Ave. The story of a small-town boy in China who heads to Beijing for violin lessons & discovers a new world that changes his life. FREE. 684-0849.

Seattle Men’s Chorus & Women’s Chorus FREE Children’s Concert. 2pm. McCaw Hall, Seattle Center, 321 Mercer St. www.flyinghouse.org Oasis Youth Center in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 6pm-12 midnight. Call for location & details. Every Saturday. (253) 671-2838. www.oasisyouth center. org. (Also meets Thursdays & Fridays 4-10pm.)

Rainbow Duplicate Bridge. 6pm. Bus-accessible Central Area location. Every Saturday. Games also on Tuesdays & Thursdays. $4 fee includes coffee & snacks. For information visit www.rainbowbridge club. org or email rainbowbridgeclub@gmail.com Together We Can Make Al-Anon Family Group.

6-7:15pm. Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. Meets every Saturday. LGBTQ supported. The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives & friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength & hope in order to solve their common problems. Greater Seattle AIS 24-hour number 625-0000.

Rain Country Dance Association 1st Saturday Dance. 7-10pm. The Cuff Complex, 1533 13th Ave. No partner required. www.raincountrydance.org Seattle Rainbow Contra Dance. Lesson 7pm, Dance 7:30-10pm. Ballard Oddfellows Hall, 1706 NW Market St. For LGBTQ folks & friends & all who want to dance. www.seattledance.org Strength Over Speed. 7-8:30pm. Lifelong AIDS Alliance, 1002 E Seneca (lower entrance off parking lot). FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. www. strengthoverspeed.org Que Sera! Celebrating the Music of Doris Day in Stanwood. Dinner 6pm, Performance 7:30pm.

Blackbird Bakery Cafe, 10007 270th NW, Main St, Stanwood. Kristi King & the Hans Brehmer Quartet.

(360) 939-2253, www.blackbirdbakerycafe.com Guerry Hoddersen Birthday Fiesta & Fundraiser.

7:30pm. 5236 S Fontanelle Pl. As the first female UPS driver in the Northwest, Hoddersen initiated & won a resolution from Teamsters 174 opposing the anti-Gay initiative in the late 70’s during Anita Bryant’s crusade against the post-Stonewall surge towards Gay rights.

She & SGN’s George Bakan led the successful coalition effort by the United Front Against Fascism to expose & counter Neo-Nazi bigots in Washington & Idaho. Features tapas buffet for $7 donation, salsa dancing & great conversations. In lieu of gifts, Guerry prefers donations to the Freedom Socialist newspaper.

722-2453, fspseattle@mindspring.com Queer Milonga Dance Night. 8pm-lesson; 9pm12am-dance. Century Ballroom, East Hall, 915 E Pine St, 2nd Fl. Meets 1st Saturday most months; check calendar on website to confirm. Lesson & dance, $10; dance only before 9:30pm-$5; after 9:30pm-$7. Must be 21+. 206-324-7263; www.centuryballroom.com.

Rainbow City Band “April in Paris” in Edmonds.

8pm. 410 4th Ave N, Edmonds. $25 general admission, $10 students & seniors. Box office (425) 329-4444. www.rainbowcityband.org Seattle Men’s Chorus “Falling in Love Again” (4/2 & 4/3). Sat 4/2 - 8pm; Sun 4/3 - 2pm. McCaw Hall, Seattle Center, 321 Mercer St. SMC examines two radically different periods in German history thru song. www.flyinghouse.org Seattle Erotic Art Festival Red Hot Launch Party.

9pm. Cirque Event Center, 121 Taylor Ave. Features a non-stop lineup of Seattle DJs & hand-picked live performances. www.seattleerotic.org Bizarro Bacon Strip. 10:30pm. Re-bar, 1114 Howell St. Bizarro Bacon Strip is all about switching characters & bizarre performances. So don’t miss out! Come dressed as your favorite Bacon Strip cast member or in your freakiest & most bizzare outfit & get in for $8.

No costume $10. www.stayformore.com

April 2 thru April 10

SUNDAY - April 3

For a directory of GLBT-friendly religious organizations in Washington state, visit www.sgn.org and scroll down the first page of either section to see Multifaith Works’ 2007-2008 Directory of Inclusive Faith Communities (some information may not be current). For information on GLBT-friendly Christian churches around the world visit www.gaychurch.org.

Hiking Group. 8:45am. Uptown Espresso, 500 Westlake Ave N. Every Sunday year-round, rain or shine for moderate to strenuous day hikes. 323-8382. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/TheSeattleGayHiking Group/ Border Riders Motorcycle Club First Sunday Ride. 9am-rendezvous; 9:30am. Broadway Grill, 314 Broadway E. Meets 1st Sunday each month. BRMC provides a social & educational fraternity for individuals interested in recreational motorcycle touring. www. borderriders.com Gay Men’s Bowling in Everett. 10am. Evergreen Lanes, 5111 Claremont Way, Everett. Every Sunday.

Spectators welcome. Join us for lunch afterwards!

Sponsored by the Snohomish County Gay Men’s Task Force. For info email John at johndmarsh@mac.com Seattle Sunday Bowlers. 10am. West Seattle Bowl, 4505 39th Ave SW (at SW Oregon St). Open bowl every Sunday for the GLBT community & friends. You don’t have to worry about how you bowl! $4.25 + $1 shoe rental. 329-1515.

Paths to Recovery Al-Anon Family Group. 12noon1:30pm. Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. Meets every Sunday. LGBTQ supported. The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives & friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength & hope in order to solve their common problems. Greater Seattle AIS 24-hour number 625-0000.

Rain City Soccer Club - Ripple Effect. Every Sunday afternoon. Location varies. Ripple Effect soccer team plays a weekly recreational scrimmage game for Gay guys in Seattle. Perfect for guys looking for more relaxed play, who are just getting back into soccer, just learning the game and/or want to supplement their competitive play with a recreational team. To sign up visit www.raincitysoccer.org Lotus Sisters. 1-3pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets the 1st Sunday of every month. Drop-in Buddhist meditation Sangha for LBTQ women. www. dunsheehouse.org

April 1, 2011

Rain City Jacks. Lower Queen Anne/Interbay. 1st Sunday each month, 2pm; 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month, 7pm. Locations & membership details provided upon request. RCJ is a friendly, sex-positive & nonprofit private club. Membership required. Enrollment available at the door. Email info@raincityjacks.org for detailed info, or call 1-888-809-5033. Adult men only. www.raincityjacks.org Seattle Men’s Chorus “Falling in Love Again” (4/2 & 4/3). Sat 4/2 - 8pm; Sun 4/3 - 2pm. McCaw Hall, Seattle Center, 321 Mercer St. SMC takes on the ambitious task of examining two radically different periods in German history thru song. www.flyinghouse.org Daring Divorced Divas. 3-5pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Sunday. A support group for Lesbian women dealing with divorce, separation & transformation. To attend this group please contact the facilitator at daringdivorceddivas@yahoo.com PFLAG/Kittitas County. 4-5:30pm. First United Methodist Church, 3rd & Ruby Sts, Ellensburg. Meets the first Sunday of every month. For information, (509) 925-7937.

Meditation Class. 5-6:30pm. Rainbow Natural Remedies, 409 15th Ave. Meets every Sunday. Every class includes guided meditation, teachings from Buddha that have practical application in our busy modern lives & time for questions & discussion. You do not need to be a Buddhist to benefit from the class. Everyone is welcome. We ask a $10 donation but no one is turned away for lack of funds. The class is a branch of Kadampa Meditation Center Washington. 526-9565, www.meditateinseattle.org Orca Swim Team Workout. Sun: 5-6:15pm; Mon/ Weds/Fri: 7:30-8:45pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. Every Sun, Mon, Wed & Fri. Pre-registration required. Orca Swim Team workouts are for both competitive & recreational swimmers. www.orcaswimteam.org Simply Sundays. 5:30-7pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Every Sunday. Peer support for recovery from substance abuse. www.dunsheehouse.org Uncle Samantha’s Group. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Sunday. LGBTQ veterans group, for vets who served during peace time or conflict. All are welcome, uniforms optional.

322-2437, www.dunshehouse.org Pride League Bowling. 6:30pm. West Seattle Bowl, 4505 39th Ave SW. Meets every Sunday (except during the summer). Regular league bowling. Jeff, 932-3731.

Women Facing HIV. 12noon-1:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Monday. Women Facing HIV is a drop-in peer support group for women living with HIV/AIDS. 322-2437. www.dunshee house. org Homeless Services for Youth, Ages 14-22. 1-4pm.

Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday.

Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org SOBER - On Meds. 1-2pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Monday. Ongoing 12-step group open to anyone in recovery & living on a medicine regimen. 322-2584, www.dunsheehouse.org Strength Over Speed. 2-3:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth.

For information visit www.strengthoverspeed.org Gay Social Dinner Club of Snohomish County.

Meets every Monday. An informal group of Gay men living in Snohomish County meet for dinner at Snohomish County restaurants. For information, location & to RSVP contact Ricardo at socialdinnerclub@ yahoo. com or phone (360) 722-1664.

Sex, Dating & Relationships. 6-7pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Freely Speaking Toastmasters. 7pm. Virginia Mason Hospital, 1100 9th Ave. Every Monday (except holidays & the last Mondays in August & December).

Seattle’s only Gay & Lesbian speaking club. Please check website for current room information: www. toastmasterspride.org Orca Swim Team Workout. 7-8:15pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

Trans Youth Group. 7-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Meets every Monday. A facilitated support & discussion group for Trans, Genderqueer, gender variant & gender questioning youth, ages 14-22. www. lamberthouse.org Lambert House Art Night. 7:15-8:45pm. 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday. Bring your ideas & let’s have some fun. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Gay Men’s Support Ministry. 7:30-9pm. St Joseph’s Catholic Parish, 732 18th Ave E. Meets every Monday.

Men over 40 share stories of journey, seek & lend emotional support about life issues & have open discussions in a safe, comfortable place of community.

Please call facilitator for more info before attending.

Bruce Hall, 818-9415 (corrected phone #).

TUESDAY - April 5

Simply Positive. 2:30-4pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Ongoing drop-in support & social group for anyone HIV/AIDS positive. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.org.

Artful Expression. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Tuesday. This is an ongoing art group to visualize the journey thru creative expression. 322-2437. www.dunsheehouse.org Gay Men’s Task Force of Snohomish County in Everett. 6-8pm. Snohomish Health District, 3020 Rucker Ave Ste 309A, Everett. Meets 1st Tuesday each month. Open to all Gay & Bisexual men in Snohomish County. “We will be discussing issues concerning the local Gay community & value your opinion, voice, comments, suggestions & attendance. Come join us as we build community in Snohomish County.” David, (425) 339-5238.

Hepatitis C Support Group. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On going. ARRIVE BY 6pm.

FREE peer-facilitated emotional support group for anyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender, who is living with Hepatitis C. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.org Strength Over Speed. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth.

For information visit www.strengthoverspeed.org Diverse Harmony. 6:30-9pm. Seattle First Baptist Church, 1111 Harvard Ave. Meets every Tuesday.

Diverse Harmony is the nation’s first Gay/Straight Alliance Youth Chorus. Youths 13-22 are welcome regardless of sexual orientation. www.diverseharmony.org Olympic Yacht Club Meeting. 6:30pm. Northwest Yacht Brokers Association, 901 Fairview Ave N Ste A-190 (at Chandler’s Cove on South Lake Union).

Meets 1st Tuesday each month. Monthly board meeting open to all OYC members & prospective members.

OYC is a Gay & Lesbian yacht club for people who own boats of any size or type & for people who enjoy boating. The club sponsors monthly outings. 709BOAT, www.oycnw.org

Celebrating 38 Years!

“Beyond Coming Out.” 7-9pm. Richard Hugo House, 1634 11th Ave. Now that Gay & Lesbian literature is an established genre, there is an opportunity to tell stories that go beyond coming out & falling in love for the first time. This class will explore what it means to write from an LGBTQ perspective. Instructor: Katie McClendon. For information email sarabrickman@ hugohouse.org Different Drummers. Intermediate 7-8:15pm, Beginners 8:20-9:30pm. Meets every Tuesday. Hand drumming classes for Gay men. Learn traditional African & Afro-Caribbean rhythms & basic hand drumming techniques. Drums are provided. For information & location call Dennis, 363-4500 or differentdrummers@ mac.com Over 40’s Group - For Lesbian Women 40 & Older.

7-8:30pm. Seattle Mental Health Institute, 1600 E Olive St (in Conference Room. Every Tuesday. Open group for Lesbian women, 40 & older, in every stage of coming out or being out. Lots of social activities in addition to Tuesday meetings. 722-0729..

Rainbow Duplicate Bridge. 7pm. Bus-accessible Central Area location. Every Tuesday. (See Saturday listing at 6pm.)

Ageless. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Tuesday. Ongoing drop-in social, support & discussion group for maturing Gay & Bi men of all ages. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunshee house.org.

Spiritual Empowerment. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. A group for all LGBT & friends of any spiritual belief to explore how spiritual practice can enrich their life. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunshee house.org Tuesday Night Sex Addicts Anonymous. 7:30-9pm.

Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. GLBTQ supported. Meets every Tuesday. SAA is a fellowship of men & women whose primary purpose is to stop addictive sexual behavior & help others recover from sexual addiction. Seattle SAA Hotline 781-4490. SAA International Service Organization 1-800-477-8191.

Washington Gender Alliance Open Support Meeting in Bellingham. 7:30-9pm. St James Presbyterian Church, 910 14th St., Bellingham. Every Tuesday.

(360) 445-2411; www.washingtongenderalliance.com.

(See Wednesday listing at 7:30pm for details.)

Seattle Otters Water Polo Team. 8-9:30pm. Medgar Evers Pool, 500 23rd Ave E (at E Cherry St). Every Tuesday & Thursday. GLBT & GLBT-friendly co-ed water polo team is open to all who want to play. Beginners & experienced players welcome. Check our website for up to the minute details, or call the Otter Hotline 414-8797. www.otterpolo.com.

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WEDNESDAY - April 6

Mature Friends Morning Exercise/Health & Fitness Get-Together. 10am. Ballard Odd Fellows Hall Bldg, 1706 NW Market St. Every Wednesday. An hour of health-related activities, followed by a walk around Greenlake & lunch at a local restaurant. MF is a social group for Gay men & women, 40 years & over. www. maturefriends.org Women’s HIV+ Support Group in Tacoma. 1-3pm.

Pierce County AIDS Foundation, 3520 S Pine St, Tacoma - 3 blocks east of Tacoma Mall. Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesday each month. (253) 383-2565.

True Colors: Connecting LGBTQ Teens in Shoreline. 4-5pm. Meets every Wednesday. Discussing your important issues, building a supportive community. For information, location & to REGISTER call Lindsay Bagley 362-7282 x 8018 or email lbagley@ chs-nw.org Speed, Sex & Sanity. 5-7pm. Gay City Health Project, 511 E Pike St. Meets every Wednesday. A drop-in informational & educational night for Gay & Bi men, friends & family. Activities include social events, lecture series & brainstorming sessions. A program of Project NEON & Gay City. For more information, 323-1768, www.crystalneon.org, www.gaycity.org GLOBE (GLBTQ Loving Ourselves, Becoming Empowered): A Support Group & HIV/STD Prevention for Youth (14-20) in Everett. 6-8pm. CCA Building, 3331 Broadway - Bottom Floor, Everett. Every Wednesday. Sponsored by PFLAG Everett chapter.

(425) 263-2908. globeleaders@hotmail.com Grief & Loss. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. LGBTQ peer support group for issues surrounding grief & loss. 322-2437. www.dunsheehouse.org Seattle Gay & Lesbian Book Club. 6pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Every Wednesday. Come & discuss the best Gay novels with us. Join other booklovers in a safe, comfortable conversation. Come only once or come to every meeting. For info, call 322-2437; nickdimartin@earthlink.net Thrivor Trees. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Every Wednesday. Peer support for survivors of childhood sexual assault. thrivortrees@gmail.com Seattle Frontrunners Fun Run. 6:30pm. Volunteer Park (in front of Black Sun across for museum). Every Wednesday. (See Saturday at 9am.)

Dharma Buddies Book Club. 7pm. Call for location.

You do not have to be a member of the group to join us. For location call 300-3321 or 920-6117 or email onlyonesf@yahoo.com Ingersoll All-Trans Drop-In Support Group. 7-9pm.

Seattle Counseling Services, 1216 Pine St, Suite 300.

All Transgender, Gender Variant, Gender Queer, Gender Questioning, allies, family & friends are welcome.

No fee, donations welcome. www.ingersollcenter.org Lambert House Movie Night. 7-9:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Wednesday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22.

322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org

Visit us online www.sgn.org

Seattle Human Rights Commission. 6-8pm. Seattle City Hall, 600 4th Ave. Meets 1st Thursday each month.

SHRC is made up of 15 citizen representatives who advise the Mayor, the City Council, & all City of Seattle Depts in matters regarding human rights. Meetings open to the public. 684-4540.

B-GLAD (Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Trans & Questioning Adolescent Drop-In Group). 6:30-8pm. Call for location. Every Thursday. Sponsored by Youth Eastside Services, which offers many programs for GLBT youth. (425) 747-4937.

Gay/Bi Prostate Cancer Group. 6:30-8pm. Gilda’s Club, 1400 Broadway. Meets 1st Thursday each month. A safe space for Gay & Bi men diagnosed with prostate cancer. FREE. 709-1400, www.gildasclub seattle.org Boys’ Group - For Male-Identified Youth, Ages 1422. 7-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Support/discussion group meets every Thursday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22.

322-2515 ext 16. www.lamberthouse.org Outlaw: Jean Genet on Film - “The Maids” (1974).

7pm. Northwest Film Forum, 1515 12th Ave. Susannah York stars with Glenda Jackson in this bizarre sadomasochistic romp. Thru role play, the two maids fantasize about killing their employer. But who will be the ultimate victiim? www.threedollarbillcinema.org Rainbow Duplicate Bridge. 7pm. Bus-accessible Central Area location. Every Thursday. (See Saturday listing at 6pm.)

Buddhism & Recovery. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Every Thursday. A meditation/recovery group. www.dunsheehouse.org Emerald City Social Club. 7:30pm. Call for details & location - phone staffed most Tuesday evenings or leave message. Meets 1st Thursday each month.

ECSC is a confidential crossdressing social & support organization for Transvestite & Transsexual individuals, primarily MTF, which offers confidential membership, private monthly meetings, frequent events on the town, & help in coming out. (425) 827-9494.

Gay Fathers Association of Seattle. 7:30-9pm.

Group Health, 201 16th Ave E, Central Bldg, Lower Atrium. Meets every Thursday. Support meetings for Gay fathers & Gay men who are currently or previously married. Safe, anonymous, non-judgmental environment of caring fathers & friends. You are not alone.

For information, community events & “questioning” visit www.gfas.org or our message board at http://groups. yahoo.com/groups/gayfathersseattle Shifting Gears. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Ongoing drop-in support group (non 12-step) for anyone of any orientation or gender who desires recovery from drugs or alcohol. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.org Seattle Otters Water Polo Team. 8-9:30pm. Medgar Evers Pool, 500 23rd Ave E (at E Cherry St). Every Tuesday & Thursday. (See Tuesday listing at 8pm.)

FRIDAY - April 8

PFLAG/Renton Monthly Meeting. 7pm. St Luke’s Episcopal Church, 99 Wells Ave S, Renton. Meets 1st Wednesday each month. PFLAG/Renton: 425235-4139. PFLAG/Puget Sound: 325-7724. www. seattle-pflag.org.

Seattle Movie Bears Movie Night. Check website for details. Every Wednesdayt. Gay & Bi men enjoy a movie at a local theater with opportunity to socialize before & after movies. More info: http://groups.yahoo. com/group/seattlemoviebears; or e-mail: seattlemovie bears-subscribe@yahoogroups.com HIV-Negative Gay & Bi Men. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On-going. This emotional support group provides a forum for HIV- Gay & Bi men to share strategies for staying negative; to explore issues related to being HIV-; & to look at how to find meaning, purpose & lives worth living in the midst of HIV/AIDS. Please speak with the facilitator before attending. Call Scott at 725-2488. www.dunshee house.org HIV/AIDS Support Group. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On going. ARRIVE BY 7:30pm. FREE peer-facilitated emotional support group for HIV+ men who are newly diagnosed or newly dealing. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunshee house.org Mature Friends Weekly Bridge Group. 7:30pm. Call for location. Every Wednesday. All levels welcome.

MF is a social organization for Gay men & women, 40 years & over. www.maturefriends.org Orca Swim Team Workout. 7:30-8:45pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

Queer Young Females Group - For Female-Identified Youth, Ages 22 & Under. 7:30-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Meets every Wednesday. QYF is a confidential group for Queer & questioning women ages 22 & under to talk about dating, relationships, coming out - you name it - in a fun, laid back environment. Join your co-facilitators weekly & start making connections. 322-2515, www. lamberthouse.org Rain Country Dance Association Line Dance Night.

7:30-10:15pm; Lesson 8:30-9pm. The Cuff Complex, 1533 13th Ave. Lesson by donation. No partner required. www.raincountrydance.org Washington Gender Alliance Open Support Meeting in Everett. 7:30-9pm. Everett Ubited Church of Christ, 2624 Rockefeller Ave, Everett. Every Wednesday. Trained peer facilitators lead a structured support meeting helping people deal with issues of gender idnetity & expression. All adults are welcomed, includ-

ing those who are questioning, allies, or identify as FTM, MTF, Transgender, Queer, or Intersex, among others. (360) 445-2411; www.washingtongender alliance.com.

Crystal Meth Anonymous. 8-9:30pm. Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. Meets every Wednesday. A 12-step group for quitting & staying off crystal meth.

THURSDAY - April 7

Northwest Bears Spring Thaw XVII: “...& Bears, Oh My!” (4/7-4/10). All funds raised will benefit Safe Schools Coalition. For a list of events & venues visit www.springthaw.org Alcoholics Anonymous “Sober & Safe Group.”

12noon-1pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Open meeting of AA. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunshee house.org.

BABES Women’s Support Group/Lunch Meeting.

12 noon-2pm. Call for location. Every Thursday. The BABES Network is a peer led agency; a sisterhood of women facing HIV together. 720-5566 or 888-2921912; www.babesnetwork.org.

Strength Over Speed. 2-3:30pm. Harborview’s Madison Clinic, Ground Floor, West Wing, 325 9th Ave. (If people are uncertain which room, the folks up in Madison Clinic, 2 West Clinic, can give directions.) FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. www. strengthover speed.org Oasis Youth Center in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 4-10pm. Call for location & details. Every Thursday. (253) 671-2838, www.oasisyouthcenter.org Q Hour. 4:30-5:30pm. Orion Center, 1828 Yale Ave. 1st & 3rd Thursday of every month. A group for LGBTQ youth 13-21 & their allies. Sponsored by Youthcare.

FREE. 622-5555 x 212.

Write Your Heart Out - A Queer Youth & Allies Writing Group. 5:30-6:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Thursday. We all have a story to tell. What is yours? Write Your Heart Out is a safe place for Queer youth & allies 22 & under to explore one’s self thru the written word. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Come Out For Yourself (COFY). 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Thursday. Peer support for people dealing with issues of sexual orientation. www.dunsheehouse.org

April 1, 2011

Mr, Ms & Miss Gay Washington Pageant in Fife (4/8-4/10). Poodle Dog, 1522 54th Ave E, Fife; Days Inn (Host Hotel), 5601 Pacific Highway E, Fife. Imperial Court of Tacoma.

Northwest Bears Spring Thaw XVII: “...& Bears, Oh My!” (4/7-4/10). All funds raised will benefit Safe Schools Coalition. For a list of events & venues visit www.springthaw.org Oasis Youth Center in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 4-10pm. Call for location & details. Every Friday.

(253) 671-2838, www.oasisyouthcenter.org La Movida. 6-7pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Todos los Viernes. Una junta bilingue para la comunidad GLBTQ en recuperacion de adicciones.

Para mas informacion visita entrehermanos.org o llame 322-7700.

Strength Over Speed. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. FREE drop-in support group (not a 12-step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. www.strengthoverspeed.org Al-anon Meeting. 7-9pm. CHAC, 1900 E Madison St. LGBTQ-supported. 625-0000, ais@seattle-alanon.org Gamblers Anonymous: Coming Out Winners!

7-8:30pm. Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. Meets every Friday. A 12-step meeting of Gamblers Anonymous. This is an open meeting, Gay & Lesbian preferred. All persons welcome. 1-888-GA HELPS. Rain Country Dance Association Basic Plus TwoStep & Line Dance Review. Lesson 7:15-8:15pm; Open dancing 8:15-11pm. The Ciff Complex, 1533 13th Ave. Lesson by donation. No partner required. www.raincountrydance.org Destiny Gay AA Group in Tacoma. 7:30pm. New Heart MCC, 759 S 45th St, Tacoma. Every Friday.

(253) 474-8897.

Dustbowl Queer Dance Night. 7:30pm-lesson; 8pm-11pm-dance. Century Ballroom, East Hall, 915 E Pine St, 2nd Fl. Meets 2nd & 4th Saturdays most months; check schedule on website to confirm. Featuring two-step, swing and waltz. Before 8:30pm-$5; after 8:30pm-$7. Must be 21+. 206-324-7263; www. centuryball room.com.

Orca Swim Team Workout. 7:30-8:45pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

Pioneers & Warriors TM. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Peer support group for Gay & Bi men over 40: honoring the past, accepting the present & embracing the future. Group attendance requires facilitator approval. Please contact Joel Davis at 2616616. www.dunsheehouse.org

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GaYme Night 4 Gay & Bi Men. 8pm-1am. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Friday of every month. Board games, cards & fun for Gay & Bi men. www.dunsheehouse.org

SATURDAY - April 9

(See previous Saturday for ongoing activities.)

Mr, Ms & Miss Gay Washington Pageant in Fife (4/8-4/10). Poodle Dog, 1522 54th Ave E, Fife; Days Inn (Host Hotel), 5601 Pacific Highway E, Fife. Imperial Court of Tacoma.

Northwest Bears Spring Thaw XVII: “...& Bears, Oh My!” (4/7-4/10). All funds raised will benefit Safe Schools Coalition. For a list of events & venues visit www.springthaw.org A Gathering of Men in Edmonds. 8:15-11:30am.

Edmonds UUC, 8109 224th St SW, Edmonds. Meets 2nd Saturday each month. Men gather monthly for drumming, singing, storytelling & sharing of life experience. www.agatheringofmen.org Music of Remembrance Sparks of Glory: “Voices of Witness.” 2pm. Seattle Art Museum, 1300 1st Ave. This 90-minute chamber music concert with commentary explores the legacy of the Terezin concentration camp. FREE. www.musicofremembrance.org Dustbowl Queer Dance Night. 7:30pm-lesson; 8pm-11pm-dance. Century Ballroom, East Hall, 915 E Pine St, 2nd Fl. Meets 2nd & 4th Saturdays most months; check calendar on website to confirm. Featuring two-step, swing and waltz. Before 8:30pm-$5; after 8:30pm-$7. Must be 21+. 206-324-7263; www. centuryball room.com.

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SUNDAY - April 10

(See previous Sunday for ongoing activities.)

Mr, Ms & Miss Gay Washington Pageant in Fife (4/8-4/10). Poodle Dog, 1522 54th Ave E, Fife; Days Inn (Host Hotel), 5601 Pacific Highway E, Fife. Imperial Court of Tacoma.

Northwest Bears Spring Thaw XVII: “...& Bears, Oh My!” (4/7-4/10). All funds raised will benefit Safe Schools Coalition. For a list of events & venues visit www.springthaw.org No Safeword Writers Group. 1-3pm. Meets 2nd Sunday each month. NSWG exists to provide mutual support for members’ efforts. Support is in the form of critique & commentary on each other’s work, information about publishing opportunities, & discussion of issues facing writers. For info & location, NSWG@ sexpositiveculture.org; www.nosafeword writersgroup. org. (Also meets 4th Monday, 7-9pm.)

Cris Williamson & Friends. 7:30pm. Triple Door, 216 Union St. Bringing in a few pals to celebrate the release of her latest CD “GiftHorse,” Cris & friends will also debut a sampling from her upcoming project, an album of standards from the likes of Gershwin and Porter. Tickets 838-4333, www.tripledoor.net

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

American Veterans for Equal Rights - www.aver. us Another Gay Social Club! - www.meetup.com/ Another-Gay-Social-Club/ Bellingham/Whatcom County - www.theslowlane. com/guide.html Bent Arts is the nation’s only non-profit Queer writing institute.860-3035, info@bentwriting.com, info@bendit bandits.org, www.bentwriting.com.

BiNet Seattle is a mixed gender, social group for Bisexuals, their partners & other Bi-friendly folks - www. binetseattle.org. Seattle Bisexual Women’s Network - www.sbwn.net.

Bremerton/Kitsap County - www.outwestsound.org Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St, offers a schedule of LGBTQ-supported recovery meetings. For current schedule of meetings visit www.chac seattle. org, 860-9560 or call 587-2838 - 24/7.

Central Washington University GALA Hotline: (509) 963-1994.

DIFFA/Seattle (Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS). 763-8885; www.diffaseattle.org DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & SEXUAL ASSAULT: Crisis Clinic, 461-3222 (24 hour line); King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC) - 24-hour crisis line for information, support, & medical & legal assistance: 1-888-99-VOICE; Northwest Network support & advocacy for Bisexual, Trans, Lesbian & Gay Survivors of Abuse & Dating Violence, 568-7777 (voice), 517-9670 (tty), www.nwnetwork.org; Pierce County Domestic Violence Helpline: Teresa, (253) 798-4166; Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities - offers on-going support groups for men: 323-1768; Seattle Police Dept Domestic Violence Unit, 684-0330; State Wide Domestic Violence Hot Line, 1-800-562-6025. In an emergency call 911.

Report domestic violence and sexual assault.

Dunshee House (Home of SASG) offers free, facilitated & confidential support, discussion & skills groups, retreats, 1 to 1 peer mentoring & special events for those affected by HIV/AIDS & the greater LGBT communities. 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.org Equal Rights Washington - 324-2570; www.equalrightswashington.org Everett/Snohomish Cty - www.gaysnohomish.org Gay City organizes events & activities for Gay & Bi men & offers anonymous & confidential HIV/STD testing at the Center for LGBT Health, 511 E Pike St. More info or to schedule an appointment, 860-6969. www.gaycity.org Gay & Lesbian National Hotline (GLNH): 1-888-THEGLNH (1-888-843-4564). Non-profit, peer-counseling, information & local resources telephone hotline for GLBT people across the country.

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GLSEN/WA - Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network - 330-2099; www.glsenwa.org Greater Seattle Business Association (GSBA) 363-9188; www.thegsba.org HIV/AIDS Program, Seattle/King County Dept of Public Health, provides confidential/anonymous information about & testing for HIV/AIDS. 205-7837. For a comprehensive list of HIV/AIDS service organizations see the GSBA Guide or visit www.thegsba.org or call Lifelong AIDS Alliance, 328-8979.

Imperial Sovereign Court of Seattle & the Olympic & Rainier Empire - www.imperialcourtofseattle.com Lambert House - 322-2515; www.lamberthouse.org LGBT Library - 511 E Pike St. Open Mon-Fri 2-8pm; Sat 2-5pm. A wide range of fiction and non-fiction for the LGBT community and allies can be borrowed free of charge.

LGBT MS Connection - 250-5002; lgbtms connection@comcast.net. Support group for LGBT persons with MS and their partners and their caregivers.

Lifelong AIDS Alliance - 328-8979, www.lifelongaids alliance.org MEN: Gay City: 860-6969, www.gaycity.org; Knights of Mantra: 329-0886, www.jetchapterkofm.com; Mature Friends: Gay men & women 40 & over, www.maturefriends.org; Northwest Bears: www.nw bears.com; The Olympians: www.TheOlympians. net; POZSeattle: www.pozseattle.org; Q-Squared: www.qsquared.org; Rain City Jacks: 888-809-5035, www.raincityjacks.org; Seattle Gay Couples: www. seattlegaycouples.org; Seattle Men in Leather: www. seattlemeninleather. org; Seattle Prime Timers: Gay & Bi men 40 & over, www.seattle primetimers.org.

Multifaith Works - 324-1520; www.multifaith.org MUSIC: Diverse Harmony: www.diverseharmony.org; Rainbow City Band: 1-866-841-9139 ext 2126; rainbowcityband@onebox.com; www.rainbowcity band. com; Seattle Men’s Chorus and Seattle Women’s Chorus: 388-1408, 323-0750. www.flyinghouse. org.

Northwest Rainbow Alliance for the Deaf - www. nwrad.org Olympia/Thurston County: www.RainbowCenterOly. org Out & Equal Workplace Advocates/Seattle Regional Affiliate supports the work of LGBT employees and the growing number of ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) making a difference within local companies. www.outandequal.org/affiliates/seattle

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PARENTHOOD: Families Like Ours provides a network of safe placement agencies, training, support & resources: 441-7602, www.familieslikeours. org; Family Works offers support, information & activities for LGBT families: 694-6727, www.familyworksseattle. org; Gay Fathers’ Association of Seattle offers support groups & social activities: www.gfas. org; Maybe Baby, info@maybebabyseattle.org; Proud & Loud Families - Northwest, www.meetup.com/ proud-and-loud-families-northwest, plfnorthwest@ aol.com; Queer Parent Networking Dinners: Deann, 568-7777, deann@nwnetwork.org; Rainbow Families of Puget Sound: www.rainbowfamiliesps.org Parents, Family & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG)/Washington State: 325-7724, www. seattle-pflag.org, with directory of PFLAG chapters in Washington State; www.pnwpflag.org; National PFLAG, www.pflag.org PEOPLE OF COLOR: Asian/Pacific Islander Queer Network Project at the API Safety Center, April, 4679976; Center for MultiCultural Health, 461-6910, www.multi-culturalhealth.org; Entre Hermanos, GLBT Latinos/as, 322-7700, www.entrehermanos.org; Ile LaiLai, 781-3565, iya@ilelailai.org; Men of All Colors & Cultures Together (MACCT), 923-8313, macctseattle@yahoo.com, www.macctsea.org; People of Color Against AIDS Network (POCAAN), 322-7061; Seattle Two Spirit, SeattleTwoSpirit@ hotmail.com; Sistah 2 Sistah, LBT women of African descent, 3227061, 255-8951; Trikone-Northwest, GLBT South Asians, (425) 985-4376, www.trikonenw. org; TwoSpirit Honor Project, 1-866-685-0164.

Pride Foundation - 323-3318; www.pridefoundation. org Project NEON is a program of Seattle Counseling Service providing FREE information & services to Gay & Bi men to reduce health risks associated with methamphetamine use. 323-1768. www.crystalneon.org Public Health-Seattle & King County Online Comprehensive Health Information for Sexual Minorities: www.kingcounty.gov/healthservices/health/ personal/glbt.aspx Q Law: The GLBT Bar Association of WA - 6826711; www.q-law.org Resource & Referral Line can connect you to LGBT-friendly resources throughout Puget Sound and beyond. Call 323-LGBT Mon-Fri 2-8pm; Sat 2-5pm. At other times leave voice mail and your call will be returned.

Safe Schools Coalition - www.safeschools coalition.org

SEAMEC interviews, researches & rates candidates for public office on issues of concern to the LGBT community. www.seamec.org Seattle Commission for Sexual Minorities - 6844503.

Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities is a community mental health service for GLBT persons & their families. 323-1768.

Seattle Police Department Sexual Minorities Community Advisory Council: kim.bogucki@seattle. gov Servicemembers Legal Defense Network - (202) 328-3244; www.sldn.org Shanti - 324-1520; www.multifaith.org/shanti/ SHIFT: A Peer Recovery Network - www.shift recovery.org Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, The Abbey of St. Joan - 860-3666; www.theabbey.org Snohomish Health District HIV/AIDS Program provides free confidential/anonymous HIV counseling & testing 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, until 7pm Tuesdays.

(425) 339-5298.

SPORTS & RECREATION: Bent Car Guys: www. bentcarguys.org; Border Riders Motorcycle Club: www.borderriders.com; Bottom Dwellers Scuba Club: www.bottomdwellers.org; Cascade Flyers: www.cascadeflyers.org; Different Spokes Bicycling Club: www.differentspokes.org; Emerald City Softball Association: www.emeraldcitysoftball.org, www. eteamz.com/womensecsa; Ethyl Forever Car Club: http://Clubs.Hemmings.com/EthylForever CarClub/; Hiking Group: 323-8382; Jet City Hoops (Basketball): www.jetcityhoops.org; Olympic Yacht Club: www.oycnw.org; OutVentures: outdoor education & recreation activities, www.outventures.org; Pacific Northwest Gay Rodeo Association: www.pacificnwgra.org; Puddletown Squares: www.iagsdc.org/ puddletown; Rain Country: a country-western dance organization catering to the LGBTQ community but open to all, www.raincountrydance.org; Ski Buddies: www. skibuddies.org; Team Seattle Gay Sports Network is an umbrella organization for a wide range of local GLBT sports activities, 367-4064, www.teamseattle.org (see website for comprehensive list of sports clubs); Triangle Recreation Camp at Bender Creek: recreational camping for GLBT folks. Must be 21; ID required. trc@camptrc.org, www.camptrc.org, 1122 E Pike St #1069, Seattle 98122-3934.

Strength Over Speed - www.strengthoverspeed.org Tacky Tourist Clubs of America, Seattle Chapter - www.ttca.org; bruce@ttca.org; 1122 E Pike St PMB 905, Seattle, WA 98122-3934.

Tacoma/Pierce County - Rainbow Center, 741 St Helens Ave, a resource center for the LGBTIQA community of Pierce County, (253) 383-2318, www. rainbowcntr.org TRANSGENDER: Emerald City Social Club: (425) 827-9494; Gender Odyssey: www.genderodyssey. com; Hermanos Trans Latino & Foreign-Born Support Group: 322-7700; Ingersoll Gender Center: 329-6651, www.ingersollcenter.org; Washington Gender Alliance: (360) 445-2411, www.washington genderalliance.com WOMEN: BABES: support groups for HIV+ women.

720-5566, 1-888-292-1912; Festival of the Babes: www.festivalofthebabes.com; www.LesBeHealthy. org; Lesbians Over 40: 722-0729; Mature Friends: Gay men & women 40 & over, www.maturefriends.org; Older Lesbians Organizing for Change/WA State Chapter: gloria@oloc.org, mary@oloc.org, www.oloc. org; Pacific Northwest Lesbian Archives: www. pnwlesbianarchives.org; RainshadowWomen: RainshadowWomen@aol.com, http://rainshadow women. tripod.com/; Tacoma Lesbian Concern (TLC): www. tacomalesbianconcern.org; WOWS: a fun, memberdriven social group for Lesbians, http://groups.yahoo. com/group/womenofwestseattle Yakima: First Fridays - (509) 576-0276. www.gayakima.com/1stfridays.html YOUTH: B-GLAD (Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Trans & Questioning Adolescent Drop-In Group): Youth Eastside Services offers many programs for GLBT youth, including B-GLAD, (425) 747-4937; Diverse Harmony: www.diverseharmony. org; GLSEN/Washington State (Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network) & Washington State GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance) Network: GLSEN works to create safe schools for LGBT students. WA GSA Network supports youth-led GSA’s to fight harassment & homophobia in Washington state schools. 330-2099; www.glsenwa. org; www.wagsa.org. GLOBE (GLBTQ Loving Ourselves, Becoming Empowered): a support group & HIV/STD prevention program for GLBTQ youth, 14-20, in Everett, (425) 263-2908, www.globeyouth.org; It Gets Better Project: www.itgetsbetter.org; Lambert House: an activities & resource center for LGBT youth, ages 14-22, in Seattle, 322-2515, www.lambert house.org; www.MatthewsPlace.com; Oasis Youth Center: for GLBTQ youth, ages 14-25, in Tacoma, (253) 671-2838, www.oasisyouthcen ter.org; Parents, Family & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG)/ Puget Sound: 325-7724, www.seattle-pflag.org; Safe Schools Coalition: www.safeschoolscoalition.org; 632-0662 ext 49 (non-emergency), 1-888-99-VOICE (crisis line); Seattle Young People’s Project (Queer Youth Resource Board): 860-9606, www.sypp.org; Teen Link: 461-4922, 1-888-431-TEEN; The Trevor Project: 866-4-U-Trevor; www.thetrevorproject. org; True Colors - Connecting LGBTQ Teens: in Shoreline, 362-7282 x 8018, lbagley@chs-nw.org; YouthCare/Orion Center: 622-5555; YouthCare/ Isis Program (Transitional Living Home for LGBTQ Young Adults, 18-22): 522-8412; Youth Suicide Prevention Program (OUTLoud-GLBTQ): 297-5922, ext 116, 1-800-273-TALK, www.yspp.org

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