Royal Oak Music Theatre
Bosco on 'Miss Gender' Tour, Magic: The Gathering and Why Queer People Will Always Ride for the Villain
Bosco has never wanted to be the hero. Not on “RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars,” where the Seattle queen's razor-sharp instincts and unapologetically [...]Read more about Bosco on 'Miss Gender' Tour, Magic: The Gathering and Why Queer People Will Always Ride for the Villain
Zarna Garg Didn’t Grow Up With Queer Visibility. Now She’s Helping Parents Embrace It.
Zarna Garg doesn’t fit the traditional mold of a queer activist — and that’s precisely why she matters right now. She’s a straight ally, a mother, a middle-aged [...]Read more about Zarna Garg Didn’t Grow Up With Queer Visibility. Now She’s Helping Parents Embrace It.
Kathy Griffin on Leading ‘F--- ICE’ Chants, Surviving Trump and Her ‘New Face, New Tour’
On camera from her Malibu home, Kathy Griffin looks harmless, even friendly. But I'm not Gary Busey, Mel Gibson, Larry Ellison or Sean Penn, who are among [...]Read more about Kathy Griffin on Leading ‘F--- ICE’ Chants, Surviving Trump and Her ‘New Face, New Tour’
Catching Up with Leslie Ann Norlin-Thompson, Longest-Serving Executive Director of Affirmations
Our "Where Are They Now?" series will get you up-to-date on the lives of LGBTQ+ community advocates who have contributed to Michigan with years of [...]Read more about Catching Up with Leslie Ann Norlin-Thompson, Longest-Serving Executive Director of Affirmations
Kathy Griffin Keeps on Surviving: Comedian Talks Tour, Longtime LGBTQ+ Allyship and Support From 'Civilian Gays'
Kathy Griffin has been through even more than you probably know. She lost a lung to cancer, lost her mother and lost many of her close friends. In 2020, the [...]Read more about Kathy Griffin Keeps on Surviving: Comedian Talks Tour, Longtime LGBTQ+ Allyship and Support From 'Civilian Gays'
See Chasten Buttigieg, Grab Kathy Griffin Tickets, Attend a 'Beautiful Thing' at The Ringwald Theatre
With the promise of spring just around the corner, it’s an ideal time to nourish your mind by joining a banned books club or hearing author Chasten Buttigieg [...]Read more about See Chasten Buttigieg, Grab Kathy Griffin Tickets, Attend a 'Beautiful Thing' at The Ringwald Theatre
Chappell Roan Wrote Her First Major Label Single at Michigan's Interlochen. Now She Is the ‘Queer Pop Moment'
Roan's own small-town queer experience will resonate with anyone who grew up without the kind of visibility that makes it easier to be who you are.
Queer Things to Do: Meet Mercury Stardust, See Tove Lo, Plan for Mackinac Island Pride, Volunteer for Local LGBTQ+ Youth
As another summer draws to a close, it can feel tempting to lean into all that Big Pumpkin Spice energy emanating from your social media feeds. But before you
Queer Things to Do: Go to a MasQueerade Ball, Get Tickets for Greta Van Fleet and Affirmations Big Bash, Go Camping
It’s already been a long year, and you totally deserve a nice night out. It’s a good thing, then, that there are so many excellent LGBTQ-affirming options [...]Read more about Queer Things to Do: Go to a MasQueerade Ball, Get Tickets for Greta Van Fleet and Affirmations Big Bash, Go Camping
5 Queer Things You Can Do Right Now-ish: See Orville Peck, Pick up a BIPOC LGBTQ+ Book
The end of May means Memorial Day picnics, skimpy shorts weather and a prelude to the queerest month of the year. As we zoom right into Pride Month, here are a [...]Read more about 5 Queer Things You Can Do Right Now-ish: See Orville Peck, Pick up a BIPOC LGBTQ+ Book
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
Pushing for Black 'Femuline' Acceptance: Todrick Hall Talks Reinvention, Lil Nas X and Industry Bias
Todrick Hall is serving bitch but making it, as he says on his latest record, fashòn. The album's title, "Femuline," is exactly as it seems: the blending of [...]Read more about Pushing for Black 'Femuline' Acceptance: Todrick Hall Talks Reinvention, Lil Nas X and Industry Bias
David Bowie Alumni Tour in Royal Oak March 20
Having sold millions of records worldwide, written, produced and performed dozens of hits like "Heroes," "Rebel Rebel" and "Starman," it's clear that David [...]Read more about David Bowie Alumni Tour in Royal Oak March 20
Trixie Mattel is All 'Grown Up' and Coming to Royal Oak
She won our hearts – and the $100,000 – as "RuPaul's Drag Race" All Stars 3 winner in 2018, became a makeup mogul with her line of Trixie Cosmetics and shot to [...]Read more about Trixie Mattel is All 'Grown Up' and Coming to Royal Oak
King Princess at The Royal Oak Music Theatre Feb. 7
Having hit the music world by storm with singles like "1950" and "Talia," King Princess is now touring with her debut album "Cheap Queen." Catch her [...]Read more about King Princess at The Royal Oak Music Theatre Feb. 7
Tegan and Sara at Royal Oak Music Theatre
This fall twin musicians Tegan and Sara are not only releasing their ninth studio album "HEY, I'M JUST LIKE YOU," they'll be releasing their memoir, too "HIGH [...]Read more about Tegan and Sara at Royal Oak Music Theatre
Patti Smith at The Royal Oak Music Theatre
On Monday, Sept. 16, and Tuesday, Sept. 17, Patti Smith will perform at the Royal Oak Music Theatre. The internationally known and Grammy Award-winning artist [...]Read more about Patti Smith at The Royal Oak Music Theatre
Bianca Del Rio Talks Death-Drop Disdain, Bachelorettes in Gay Clubs & Why She's Done with 'Drag Race'
Bianca Del Rio is in Stockholm on her "It's Jester Joke" comedy tour, still subject to the fraught human realities of traveling despite her top-tier queen [...]Read more about Bianca Del Rio Talks Death-Drop Disdain, Bachelorettes in Gay Clubs & Why She's Done with 'Drag Race'
PRISM Gay Men and Allies Chorus at Royal Oak Music Theatre
On Saturday, June 15, the PRISM Gay Men's and Allies Chorus will perform a series of tunes as part of a double performance, featuring the chorus first at 3 [...]Read more about PRISM Gay Men and Allies Chorus at Royal Oak Music Theatre
H.E.R. to Perform at Royal Oak Music Theatre Dec. 3
At only 21 years old, Gabi Wilson, better known by fans as H.E.R. has been making music since 2014, but in her short career already earned a spot on iTunes' [...]Read more about H.E.R. to Perform at Royal Oak Music Theatre Dec. 3
Snap Judgment at Royal Oak Music Theatre
On Friday, Oct. 26, fans of all forms of storytelling can mark their calendars to see Snap Judgment LIVE. Hosted by Detroit's own Glynn Washington, the show [...]Read more about Snap Judgment at Royal Oak Music Theatre
Maria Bamford Plays Royal Oak Music Theatre
Many comedians know how to work a room and get laughs from their own experiences, but few know how to channel laughs from their own anxiety as well as Maria [...]Read more about Maria Bamford Plays Royal Oak Music Theatre
Dan Savage Knows a Lot, but He's No 'Sex Moses'
Royal Oak Music Theatre Hosts 'Savage Love Live' Picture this scenario: you're 18, you've been watching porn for a while and you don't know if your varied [...]Read more about Dan Savage Knows a Lot, but He's No 'Sex Moses'
Matt and Kim to Headline at Royal Oak Music Theatre
The Royal Oak Music Theatre is slated to showcase drum/keyboard duo Matt & Kim on Wednesday, April 18. Although Matt Johnson is from Vermont and Kim Schifino [...]Read more about Matt and Kim to Headline at Royal Oak Music Theatre
Royal Oak Music Theatre to Host Bianca Del Rio
Four years ago, Roy Haylock shot to fame when he appeared on season six of "RuPaul's Drag Race" and won with his drag alter ego Bianca Del Rio. Before that, [...]Read more about Royal Oak Music Theatre to Host Bianca Del Rio
Bianca Del Rio Comes to Royal Oak
photo: S2_CC2_RoyalOak_2547.jpg Bianca Del Rio, the alter ego of seasoned comic Roy Haylock and season 6 winner of RuPaul's Drag Race, is a self-professed [...]Read more about Bianca Del Rio Comes to Royal Oak
Living Life Out Loud
By Taras Berezowsky Even with a wintry mix outside, chatting with Lori Michaels is enough to get anyone thinking warm – even hot – thoughts. Michaels, a [...]Read more about Living Life Out Loud
ROMT Now Offers The Projection Room
The Royal Oak Music Theatre now proudly offers The Projection Room – a brand new, exclusive, custom built, mezzanine level suite with "skip the line" services, [...]Read more about ROMT Now Offers The Projection Room
First Live Touring Production of "MST3K" Comes to Royal Oak
photo: S2_CC1_2523.jpg For the first time ever, join Joel Hodgson, creator of the critically acclaimed "Mystery Science Theater 3000" TV show and its new host [...]Read more about First Live Touring Production of "MST3K" Comes to Royal Oak
Curtain Calls XTRA
By John Quinn Review: 'Private Lives' Noel Coward comedy confirms: 'love hurts' It's the middle of February, and we're saturated with the icons of [...]Read more about Curtain Calls XTRA
ROMT Welcomes Christoper Titus
Christopher Titus' new show, according to his website, takes the audience on a wild ride through his personal life, and proves why he isn't qualified to be a [...]Read more about ROMT Welcomes Christoper Titus
Stir Your Senses
Once again, vodka enthusiasts are invited to sample their old standbys or discover new favorites at the annual Vodka Vodka event on Jan. 21 at the Royal Oak [...]Read more about Stir Your Senses
Paula Poundstone Offers Night of Healing Laughter at ROMT
On Dec. 17 comedian Paula Poundstone said, "I shall be the court jester at the Royal Oak Music Theatre in Royal Oak, Michigan, Sire." Photo courtesy of Michael [...]Read more about Paula Poundstone Offers Night of Healing Laughter at ROMT
The Naked Magicians to Enchant Royal Oak
BY BTL STAFF Following sold out shows and rave reviews in Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the U.S., the world's boldest and cheekiest magic show, "The Naked [...]Read more about The Naked Magicians to Enchant Royal Oak
Lawyers From Controversial Netflix Documentary Make Royal Oak Appearances
BY BTL STAFF An evening of conversation with two of the most compelling figures featured in the Netflix documentary "Making a Murderer" comes to Royal Oak this [...]Read more about Lawyers From Controversial Netflix Documentary Make Royal Oak Appearances
Garbage Keeps It 'Queer' In Royal Oak
Hailed '90s alt-rock band Garbage filled the Royal Oak Music Theatre almost to capacity Monday as they performed for the first time in the city. The [...]Read more about Garbage Keeps It 'Queer' In Royal Oak
REVIEW: Kids In The Hall Still Head Of The Class
By Shelby Clark Petkus Years before American shows would dare to "go there," the "Kids in the Hall" were skewering homophobia, dressing in drag and lampooning [...]Read more about REVIEW: Kids In The Hall Still Head Of The Class
Wait Wait ... Do Tell Me!: Paula Poundstone Talks Sex, Tech & Cats
By Christopher Treacy For decades now, Paula Poundstone's been the subject of sexual speculation. Wherever you stand on that debate, one thing's certain: The [...]Read more about Wait Wait ... Do Tell Me!: Paula Poundstone Talks Sex, Tech & Cats
Michigan-Born YouTube Sensation To Slay Royal Oak
By Shelby Clark Petkus Tyler Oakley Tyler Oakley may not be a household name, but the Michigan-bred vlogger is quickly becoming a fixture of the Tumblr and [...]Read more about Michigan-Born YouTube Sensation To Slay Royal Oak
Cheers For Charity
By Shelby Clark Metro Detroiters recently raised their glasses for some good causes in Royal Oak. On Jan. 18, Royal Oak craft beer supporters, the Polar Beer [...]Read more about Cheers For Charity
We're Here, We're Queer - Now Where's The Beer?
By Shelby Clark Nothing chases away a winter chill like a pint of beer. Wine, mead and hard cider can be equally appealing after a day spent shoveling [...]Read more about We're Here, We're Queer - Now Where's The Beer?
Royal Oak Rings In 2014 With New Year's Eve Events
By Shelby Clark To ring in 2014, Royal Oak will play host to a variety of New Year's Eve events on Tuesday, Dec. 31. Lavendar Ladies North will be throwing a [...]Read more about Royal Oak Rings In 2014 With New Year's Eve Events
Sarah Silverman Talks Poop, Miley & 'Life-Changing' HBO Special
Photo by Robyn von Swank There's nothing too taboo for Sarah Silverman. Not AIDS, not poop. And in her 20-year career - which began in 1993 with a spot on [...]Read more about Sarah Silverman Talks Poop, Miley & 'Life-Changing' HBO Special
Here Comes John Waters
By Andrea Poteet For four decades, reigning "Pope of Trash" John Waters has pushed boundaries with campy classic films, art and books. So one shouldn't expect [...]Read more about Here Comes John Waters
Jersey Boys' Vocal Group Performs Songbook
Under the Streetlamp, America's hottest new vocal group, will play an electrifying evening of classic hits from the American Radio Songbook at 7 p.m. July 12 [...]Read more about Jersey Boys' Vocal Group Performs Songbook
Sister Act
Never ones to take themselves too seriously – their new video, "Baby Come Home," has them camping it up in nun gear – Jake Shears and Ana Matronic of Scissor [...]Read more about Sister Act
Arts, BEATS & Eats
Whatever your tastes, Arts, Beats and Eats has you covered. And we don't mean with lots of food, though there will be plenty of that. We mean with music. In [...]Read more about Arts, BEATS & Eats
