The Illustrious Blacks
Two fabulous kings sing, dance, spin music, and share their views on art, activism, politics, and what it means to be queer and Black in America. The Brooklyn-based talented duo […]
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Patric McCoy: Take My Picture
On display April 14 through July 15, 2023 at Wrightwood 659 in Chicago. Purchase your tickets today for this powerful portrayal of Black gay men from the 1980s by Chicago […]
Watch Changemakers
Changemakers is an intimate short video series which amplifies the stories of Black LGBTQ heroes across America. Season 1 focuses on small business owners and their impact within their local […]
34th Annual GLAAD Media Awards
The largest, most legendary LGBTQ celebration was held Thursday, March 30, 2023 in Los Angeles. The GLAAD Media Awards recognize and honor media for their fair, accurate, and inclusive representations […]
Miss Major Griffin-Gracy
Known by most as Miss Major, Miss Major Griffin-Gracy is a living icon. She’s a non-binary transgender activist, former sex worker, formerly incarcerated anti-prison advocate, drag performer, a participant in […]
Nominations for the 2023 Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame
Friends of the Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for the Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame recognizes the professional and voluntary achievements of LGBT […]
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Learn With Love: Episode 1
The Trevor Project has launched a new series, Learn with Love. One in four Black transgender and nonbinary young people reported a suicide attempt in the past year. Trevor invited […]
Drag Story Hour
Drag Story Hour is just what it sounds like: local drag queens reading stories to children. Drag Story Hour (DSH) was created by Michelle Tea and RADAR Productions, under the […]
Be Louder Than Hate
Far too often, anti-LGBTQ+ voices feel louder than affirming ones. How can we change that? Show up to events: Whether it’s a drag show, queer author event, LGBTQ+ market, […]
Lucy Stoole Performs at 50ish
The 50ish gala took over the Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art to host an art party celebrating the Chicago Reader’s 50th anniversary. Featuring Chicago’s best arts and entertainment, the event […]