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Tori Amos on Provincetown Bears, Microdosing and Becoming Immortalized by Subreddits
I've talked to Tori Amos enough times now that I no longer blink when the conversation drifts to witches, demons, fairies or the slow-motion collapse of [...]Read more about Tori Amos on Provincetown Bears, Microdosing and Becoming Immortalized by Subreddits
Why Cyndi Lauper's Farewell Tour in Detroit Felt Like, Well, a Suitcase of Memories
I spent 15 years attending the Catholic church (and over 15 years more attending pop concerts), so I can confidently say that pop music shows are a form of [...]Read more about Why Cyndi Lauper's Farewell Tour in Detroit Felt Like, Well, a Suitcase of Memories
Her True Colors, Still Shining Through: Cyndi Lauper Talks Reflective New Era, Farewell Tour and Championing LGBTQ+ Causes
At 70, Cyndi Lauper’s special place in pop music history can be seen everywhere you look. Look around at abortion rights rallies and you’ll see “Girls Just Want [...]Read more about Her True Colors, Still Shining Through: Cyndi Lauper Talks Reflective New Era, Farewell Tour and Championing LGBTQ+ Causes
5 Questions with Queer ‘On Your Feet!’ Cast Member Jake Dylan Ahead of Fox Theatre Performance
Detroiters will have only a brief opportunity to see the Broadway hit musical “On Your Feet! The Story Of Emilio & Gloria Estefan” when the touring [...]Read more about 5 Questions with Queer ‘On Your Feet!’ Cast Member Jake Dylan Ahead of Fox Theatre Performance
Why It Matters That Detroit Is Featured in the New Lil Nas X Film
It matters that Lil Nas X’s 2022 tour kicked off in Detroit, where the first third of the new documentary “Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero" takes place. In [...]Read more about Why It Matters That Detroit Is Featured in the New Lil Nas X Film
It’s Almost Mariah Carey Season as Singing Legend Announces Upcoming Christmas Show in Detroit
The Queen of Christmas will bring festive moments to the Fox Theatre on Dec. 1.
June 1995: Summer Fashions
We wanted a queer, feminist revolution. We understood that a newspaper would be a fulcrum for that radical vision. And it was.
Queer Things to Do: Get Tickets for the Ann Arbor Folk Fest, Perform at an Open Mic, See a Cirque Show
Well, you’ve made it through another year of Super Weird and Unsettling American History. Well done, you! Why not wrap up another year of adventure with a [...]Read more about Queer Things to Do: Get Tickets for the Ann Arbor Folk Fest, Perform at an Open Mic, See a Cirque Show
Queer Holiday Cheer Is Here: Be Merry and Gay with Dolly, Mariah, Miley, Amy Grant and More
No matter how the holiday spirit moves you, the perfect soundtrack is waiting to accompany all your festivities, including this mix of 2022 releases, holiday [...]Read more about Queer Holiday Cheer Is Here: Be Merry and Gay with Dolly, Mariah, Miley, Amy Grant and More
5 Queer Things You Can Do Right Now-ish: Attend a Black Film Fest, Buy Demi Lovato Tickets
Summer might be (unofficially) over, but you know what that means: cardigans! Take a break from participating in the annual battle between Those Who Love [...]Read more about 5 Queer Things You Can Do Right Now-ish: Attend a Black Film Fest, Buy Demi Lovato Tickets
‘Long Live Montero’ Review: Lil Nas X Serves Defiant Celebration of Queerness During Debut Concert in Detroit
It didn’t take me long to stop caring if Lil Nas X’s show at Detroit’s Fox Theatre on Tuesday, the first show of his first tour, was going to be any good. I [...]Read more about ‘Long Live Montero’ Review: Lil Nas X Serves Defiant Celebration of Queerness During Debut Concert in Detroit
Detroit, Here He Comes: 5 Times Lil Nas X Delivered Earth-Shattering Queerness
Not very long ago at all, hardly anyone had heard of Montero Lamar Hill. One record-breaking first single, “Old Town Road” (the remix won him a Grammy), and an [...]Read more about Detroit, Here He Comes: 5 Times Lil Nas X Delivered Earth-Shattering Queerness
Sex, Detroit and The Historic Woodward Bar: How This Journalist’s Debut Novel Incorporates All Three
When Aaron Foley heard about the recent fire that burned down the historic Woodward Bar & Grill, notably the oldest LGBTQ+ bar in Detroit, he couldn’t stop [...]Read more about Sex, Detroit and The Historic Woodward Bar: How This Journalist’s Debut Novel Incorporates All Three
At Long Last, Live Shows Return to Michigan: 11 Must-See LGBTQ+ Artists Coming To Town
For those of us who love live music — and for those employed by the concert industry — the wait for in-person shows has been very, very long. Here are some [...]Read more about At Long Last, Live Shows Return to Michigan: 11 Must-See LGBTQ+ Artists Coming To Town
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical' at the Fox Theatre Dec. 1
This show has toured for five years and been performed over 500 times around the country. Now, "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical" will be performed [...]Read more about Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical' at the Fox Theatre Dec. 1
2019 Holiday Events Around Metro Detroit
Detroit Cocktail Camp: International Holiday Drinks — Nov. 17 Take a trip around the world, learning how to make a variety of holiday drinks with the experts [...]Read more about 2019 Holiday Events Around Metro Detroit
Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin
Wednesday, Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m. Fox Theatre 313presents.com Billed as "A Fun Conversation with Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin," the Hollywood legends and stars of [...]Read more about Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin
Chrysler Pacifica Presents: Armchair Expert Live in the Midwest
Actor, comedian, writer, director and Michigan native Dax Shepard will bring his Armchair Expert podcast to the Fox Theatre in The District Detroit on Friday, [...]Read more about Chrysler Pacifica Presents: Armchair Expert Live in the Midwest
Braver Than Before: Sara Bareilles on Being Fearlessly Political, Her 'Ride or Die' Lesbians & Drag Queens
Sara Bareilles wanted to see herself be brave. Of course she summoned you to do the same atop a bop that wouldn't take no for an answer, but she's been a work [...]Read more about Braver Than Before: Sara Bareilles on Being Fearlessly Political, Her 'Ride or Die' Lesbians & Drag Queens
Things to Do in Detroit
As the National LGBTQ Task Force's annual Creating Change conference moves into Detroit this week, more than 3,500 participants will have the opportunity to [...]Read more about Things to Do in Detroit
Fox Theatre's 'Christmas Story' to Donate to Michigan Humane Society
DETROIT — "A Christmas Story, The Musical" has announced a local partnership with the Michigan Humane Society during their Fox Theatre engagement running Dec. [...]Read more about Fox Theatre's 'Christmas Story' to Donate to Michigan Humane Society
From Film to the Stage: Melissa McKamie Refreshes 'The Sound of Music's' Baronness Elsa Schraeder
Although the audience never sees it, a scene change in a musical performance is the product of a well-engineered and well-oiled machine. Many crew members must [...]Read more about From Film to the Stage: Melissa McKamie Refreshes 'The Sound of Music's' Baronness Elsa Schraeder
Curtain Calls ONLINE: 'Riverdance' returns to the Fox Theatre
Professional Theater News from Around Town: DETROIT – Few shows have touched audiences like "Riverdance," the original international phenomenon, now in its [...]Read more about Curtain Calls ONLINE: 'Riverdance' returns to the Fox Theatre
Fashionably correct
36th Annual Fash Bash Who: Famed designer Elie Tahari will unveil his fall clothing line. Where: On the rooftop of General Motors' new Beaubien Place [...]Read more about Fashionably correct
Curtain Calls ONLINE
By John Quinn Review: 'Sly Fox' Boisterous Hilberry comedy shows 'greed is good' Lies! Avarice! Lust! Deceit! No, we're not talking about Jack Abramoff and [...]Read more about Curtain Calls ONLINE
Curtain Calls
Review: 'Byrd's Boy' Platitudes on ice: Lost souls seek answers at the Detroit Rep It was an interesting question playwright Bruce J. Robinson once asked [...]Read more about Curtain Calls
Detroit Will Host Broadcast of NPR's 'Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me!' on June 15
Now in its 20th season, "Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me!" is National Public Radio's Peabody Award-winning quiz show. The show is set to take the Fox Theatre stage at [...]Read more about Detroit Will Host Broadcast of NPR's 'Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me!' on June 15
Mike Neubecker named PFLAG regional director
BROWNSTOWN – Local community activist and PFLAG-Downriver co-founder Mike Neubecker was recently named regional director of PFLAG's Great Lakes Region, which [...]Read more about Mike Neubecker named PFLAG regional director
Rub One Out In Detroit
By Shelby Clark Petkus Detroit is known for a variety of foods: Coney Dogs, square pizza and Better Made chips. Detroit barbecue hasn't made its mark on the [...]Read more about Rub One Out In Detroit
Why Tori Amos' 'Sophie's Choice' Tour Is Pure Magic
Tori Amos has so many babies – you know, those precious things, her songs, that she's seen change and grow throughout the years. Taking the stage on Wednesday [...]Read more about Why Tori Amos' 'Sophie's Choice' Tour Is Pure Magic
Why Jason Mraz Won't Kiss & Tell: 'I've Spoken Up For The Things That Are Important To Me'
I won't tell you what Jason Mraz told me during our interview in early 2012. Realizing after the fact that a political remark could potentially shake up his [...]Read more about Why Jason Mraz Won't Kiss & Tell: 'I've Spoken Up For The Things That Are Important To Me'
Q&A: Tori Amos On Inspiring 'Frozen' Hit & Why Gay Fans Relate To Her
"Lighting, sweetie, lighting!" is Tori Amos' theatrical retort to my compliment about how she's still looking as radiant as she did at the launch of her [...]Read more about Q&A: Tori Amos On Inspiring 'Frozen' Hit & Why Gay Fans Relate To Her
Oakland University Grad Brings Cheer(s) To Fox Theatre
By Amy J. Parrent Oakland University graduate Emily Mitchell appears in "Bring It On: The Musical" coming to Detroits Fox Theatre April 5-6. If you're [...]Read more about Oakland University Grad Brings Cheer(s) To Fox Theatre
At The Fox: Beloved Characters, Dancing And Lots Of Merchandise
By Jenn McKee At the risk of sounding stuffy, I couldn't help but watch "Sesame Street Live: Can't Stop Singing," now playing at Detroit's Fox Theatre, and [...]Read more about At The Fox: Beloved Characters, Dancing And Lots Of Merchandise
Bop And Dance With Your Gal Pals At 'Girls Night'
By Dana Casadei Girls nights are a time to get together with your best gals, chat and probably have a few drinks. For the City Theatre, "Girls Night: The [...]Read more about Bop And Dance With Your Gal Pals At 'Girls Night'
Warning: Don't Try These Amazing 'Cirque' Acts At Home
By Dana Casadei Twice a week I struggle through a basic yoga class trying to perfect the plank and downward facing dog. Some of my classmates are more [...]Read more about Warning: Don't Try These Amazing 'Cirque' Acts At Home
Tough Love
By Andrea Poteet Since she first appeared on NBC's "The Biggest Loser" in 2004, Jillian Michaels has earned a reputation as a tough – and even intimidating – [...]Read more about Tough Love
Jillian Michaels' 'Maximize Your Life Tour' Heads To Detroit
Promising an evening of inspiration that will forever motivate and change lives, America's health and wellness guru, Jillian Michaels, will bring her first [...]Read more about Jillian Michaels' 'Maximize Your Life Tour' Heads To Detroit
Sarah Brightman Q&A: On Trendy Gay Fans, Getting High
Sarah Brightman knows what it means to "shoot for the stars." A one-of-a-kind soprano, the "Phantom of the Opera" singer, who originated the iconic role of [...]Read more about Sarah Brightman Q&A: On Trendy Gay Fans, Getting High
Potted' Is A Love Song To 'Harry Potter'
By Dana Casadei I discovered the "Harry Potter" series when I was in the fourth grade. It was an instant obsession that would follow my friends and I not only [...]Read more about Potted' Is A Love Song To 'Harry Potter'
Gurrrl Talk With Kathy Griffin
For a good chunk of Kathy Griffin's run, the spitfire comedian's touted herself as a washed-up celebrity who nobody really cares about. Her career says [...]Read more about Gurrrl Talk With Kathy Griffin
Singer-songwriter and female rap trailblazer Nicki Minaj takes on Detroit at the Fox Theatre, July 17.
Trinidadian-born, Minaj moved to Queens in New York City when she was only six. By 2009, Nicki had released three mix tapes and was discovered by fellow [...]Read more about Singer-songwriter and female rap trailblazer Nicki Minaj takes on Detroit at the Fox Theatre, July 17.
Diana Ross comes home
The last few years have been replete with challenges for Diana Ross. The Detroit native and Motown legend has been searching for her proper footing pretty much [...]Read more about Diana Ross comes home
A few minutes with Syesha Mercado of 'Dreamgirls'
From second-runner up in the seventh season of "American Idol" to the lead role in the national tour of "Dreamgirls," 23-year-old Syesha Mercado is, herself, [...]Read more about A few minutes with Syesha Mercado of 'Dreamgirls'
How 'Mo Can Kathy Griffin Go?
Out-gaying Cher takes someone with a strong allegiance to the queer community. Someone who's played lezzy, and maybe undergone some plastic touch-ups. Someone [...]Read more about How 'Mo Can Kathy Griffin Go?
Ch-ch-changes highlight the 2009-10 theater season
By BTL Staff Despite the challenges of a still-struggling economy and an environment that often seems hostile to the arts, Michigan's professional theaters not [...]Read more about Ch-ch-changes highlight the 2009-10 theater season
Mariah's all diva in Detroit
You attend a Mariah Carey concert to be in the dreamlike presence of a super-diva, not expecting to be wooed by artful razzle-dazzle or the singer's dexterous [...]Read more about Mariah's all diva in Detroit
