Monthly Archives: April 2012
Windy City Sisters benefit April 26th 8pm
AFTER YOU DINE OUT FOR LIFE –
Check out –
Sister Axxx2! Back in Bad Habit
Thursday April 26!!
Join The Windy City Sister, Edge Alliance, and Hydrate Nightclub with Sister Axxx2!! Back in Bad Habit!
A benefit for Edge Alliance!!
After you dine for Dining out for Life, join us all back at Hydrate nightclub as the Windy City Sisters put a very unique show.
Doors open at 8
Hosted Bar 9-10
Showtime 10:30!!!
$10 suggested donation!!
Stay and dance with Resident
Dj Phil Da Beatz till 4 AM!!!!
3458 N. Halsted
When in Boystown Crazy Photo Tumblr Site
I found this crazy Tumblr site called
When in Boystown.
It was just started and the owner has already posted
3 pages of crazy animated images!
Warning – Many are politically incorrect!
But many of them are so true!
When in Boystown
Scrooge and Marley Cast Party May 6th at Marys Attic
Come meet the cast and crew of Scrooge & Marley, a new kind of Christmas movie, being filmed in Chicago this May.
Several stars and behind-the-scenes personalities will be greeting the public on Sunday, May 6, at Mary’s Attic, 5400 N. Clark St. (upstairs from Hamburger Mary’s), 3-5 pm. A $20 entry fee avails you of a choice of hors d’ oeuvres, half-priced drinks, and a chance to win some fun prizes.
Scrooge & Marley is a modern-day variation on Charles Dickens’ classic story of the holidays, A Christmas Carol. Recounted from a gay sensibility, with heart, comedy and music, the magic of Dickens’ timeless tale of a man’s redemption at the holidays—thanks to the help of three ghostly spirits—comes alive from a fresh perspective that will appeal to audiences of every persuasion. The screenplay is written by Ellen Stoneking, Richard Knight, Jr. and the late Timothy Imse
Best Gay Chicago.com Turns 5 – Join us May 10th @ Roscoes
COME CELEBRATE!
as BEST GAY CHICAGO.com celebrates our
5th Year Anniversary! And You are Invited!
Thursday, May 10th 7 – 9 pm @ Roscoes 3356 N. Halsted
Hosted bar by Svedka Vodka
Private invite – You are invited but You MUST RSVP
by May 7th to get on the guestlist. SPACE IS LIMITED!
LIKE us and RSVP on Facebook
or send an email or call with your names to be on the list.
bestgaycities @ gmail.com 773-878-5323
Casting Call for Scrooge and Marley
Scrooge
& Marley is a modern-day variation on Charles Dickens’ classic
story of the holidays, A Christmas Carol. Recounted from a gay
sensibility, with heart, comedy and music, the magic of Dickens’
timeless tale of a man’s redemption at the holidays-thanks to the help
of three ghostly spirits-comes alive from a fresh perspective that will
appeal to audiences of every persuasion.
& Marley is a modern-day variation on Charles Dickens’ classic
story of the holidays, A Christmas Carol. Recounted from a gay
sensibility, with heart, comedy and music, the magic of Dickens’
timeless tale of a man’s redemption at the holidays-thanks to the help
of three ghostly spirits-comes alive from a fresh perspective that will
appeal to audiences of every persuasion.
Several actors are already tentatively signed to the project, including: Megan Cavanagh (A League of Their Own, Robin Hood: Men in Tights, Exes and Ohs); Rusty Schwimmer (North Country, The Surrogate, Drop Dead Diva, Bones,
Louie); Ronnie Kroell (Bravo’s Make Me a Super Model, Eating Out-Drama Camp and Into the Lion’s Den); and Becca Kaufman, a renowned Chicago-area vocalist.
EXTRAS ARE NEEDED –
“We are NOT casting
the NON-PAID EXTRAS for this film, but the production company (a good
group to work with) will provide a meal should you work more than 6
hours, and will make every effort to provide parking. “
All Chicago Locations.
A breakdown of extras needed:
Monday, May 7th – Cabaret Scene – Male/Female, Age 35-50, All Ethnicity – 15 extras
Tuesday, May 8th – Cabaret Scene Continues – 10 extras needed to repeat (must have open availability for the entire day)
Wednesday, May 9th – Disco Scene, circa 1975 – All Ethnicity – as it is
an independent film, they are looking for as many people as possible
who have some 70s wardrobe in their collection – please state your
wardrobe options in the email submission.
3 Males, very
attractive, strapping hunks with extremely nice bodies (20 to 30 years
of age), 3 Young Male go-go dancers (at least 21 years of age), 5 ragged
looking Male street hustlers (19-23 years of age), and 1 Older Man (40
to 50 years of age), who is cruising the hustlers.
Saturday,
May 12th – Bedroom Scene – 2 attractive and fit Males, Age 25 to 35, All
Ethnicity, who are okay being in bed together with their shirts off.
an independent film, they are looking for as many people as possible
who have some 70s wardrobe in their collection – please state your
wardrobe options in the email submission.
attractive, strapping hunks with extremely nice bodies (20 to 30 years
of age), 3 Young Male go-go dancers (at least 21 years of age), 5 ragged
looking Male street hustlers (19-23 years of age), and 1 Older Man (40
to 50 years of age), who is cruising the hustlers.
May 12th – Bedroom Scene – 2 attractive and fit Males, Age 25 to 35, All
Ethnicity, who are okay being in bed together with their shirts off.
To submit, send an email directly to casting@ScroogeandMarleymovie.com
with name, age, height, weight, ethnic background, phone number, email
address and recent photo (attach a jpeg no larger than 1MB), and
reference the date/scene/character in the subject line.
with name, age, height, weight, ethnic background, phone number, email
address and recent photo (attach a jpeg no larger than 1MB), and
reference the date/scene/character in the subject line.
REGISTER TO BE AN EXTRA: Go to www.atmospherecastingchicago.com and follow the instructions!!! Be sure to “LIKE” this page to receive casting notices and updates in your News Feed!!
Hair Care Tips From Tim Weber of Restoration Salons
I’ve always found ads for products promoting “healthy hair” to be a bit funny. There’s no such thing as healthy hair, is there? Hair is basically protein and keratin with no blood supply and has no reparative qualities. Hair is not alive, so how can it be healthy?
“Well maintained” hair, probably makes more sense. Once damage has occurred, the only way to “repair” hair is to cut off the damaged length. Of course, a healthy looking head of hair starts with a great looking haircut, but that’s just the beginning. Like your car, your hair needs maintenance in order to preserve strength, elasticity, and shine. Here are some hair care tips for men.
Pat / Towel Dry
People are too rough with their hair. Towel drying is one of the biggest causes of damage to men’s hair, believe it or not. When hair is wet, it is highly susceptible to damage. When the hair is rubbed with a towel, some of the hairs become tangled in the threads of the towel and become stretched to the breaking point, causing damage to the cuticle (the shingle-like outer layer of the hair), frizziness, and split ends.
To properly towel dry, shake out the excess water and stroke your hair in the direction it grows, rather than rubbing the hair with the towel. Press the towel to your head – blot the hair, pat the head – be gentle. Drying takes a bit longer this way but after a few haircuts, you’ll notice the difference in the way your hair looks.
Blow drying is another common cause of damage to hair. Excessive blow drying can dry out the hair and scalp. If you must use a blow dryer, apply a thermal styling spray or detangler to coat the hair and protect it from damage, use a wide-tooth comb to prevent pulling, and always leave the hair slightly damp. This will prevent over drying the hair.
Avoid High Heat and Cool Off
Nothing feels better than a piping hot shower, but it’s wreaking havoc on your hair and scalp. Very hot water strips too much of the essential oil from the hair and scalp and leads to dryness. If you like a real hot shower, do your body first, then drop the water temperature down to do your hair.
Avoid Chemical Treatments at Home
I recommend avoiding at-home chemical products and seek a good stylist for such services. A stylist will know how to properly prepare you hair and choose the best products for your hair type. Results from a trained professional will almost always look more natural than those which can be produced at home.
ALWAYS Use a Good Shampoo and Conditioner
A good shampoo and conditioner will help cleanse the hair, add moisture and elasticity, and smooth the cuticle to add shine.
Maintain a Healthy Scalp
Hair starts from the scalp, so for hair that’s sleek, strong, and shiny, make sure you take good care of your scalp by following some Scalp Care Tips.
Hair that is subjected to too much sun can become brittle and dry. And
people with balding or thinning hair are especially susceptible to
cumulative and irreversible scalp damage from sun exposure [source: Cheyenne Skin Clinic].
To avoid sun damage, wear a hat. You might also try hair care products
with sunscreen in them (look for Octyl Salicylate/PABA on the label),
but take care to coat your hair evenly in order to receive even
protection.
If you’ve ever had your hair professionally shampooed at a salon, you
know the calming luxury of a scalp massage firsthand. However, you may
not know that there is a method to your stylist’s madness. Next time you lather up, take your time and really massage your scalp,
rubbing the pads of your fingers firmly against your head in small
circles [source: Rooks]. You might also consider investing in a scalp massage brush, which can be used while you shampoo or on dry hair.
You may have the perfect hairstyle, but that coif won’t go very far if you don’t take care of your hair. Proper hair maintenance for men goes beyond slapping on some shampoo and running a comb through your tresses; it involves using the right products, getting regular haircuts, and taking care of your scalp.
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hairstylist.
Unsatisfied with the performance of mainstream hair
products, Kevin recognized the need for weightless products that
provided performance, strength and longevity to support today’s ever
changing looks.
Born from the same philosophy as skin care and
inspired by nature’s best, the KEVIN.MURPHY range of shampoos,
conditioners, treatments and styling aids, is an indulgence of runway
looks and natural aromatherapy catered for every hair type.
When asked What’s the one hair product every man should own?
Tim Weber of Restoration Salons says, “I emphasize this a lot and many men are starting to get more conscious of this product: conditioner. Conditioners are necessities because a healthy scalp means healthy hair — and not enough men know that.”
Since hair is such a big part of your appearance, keeping it well maintained will make you more attractive and give you confidence. Following these simple guidelines will put you on your way to a healthy looking well maintained head of hair.
Tim Weber
Restoration Salons
Lincoln Park, Lakeview and Andersonville
Womens Event April 28th for EQIL
The
Spring Women’s Social
is fast approaching…
and there will be fantastic giveaways, including Cubs vs. Dodgers tickets, an Anita Dee Yacht Charters sightseeing cruise, a stunning gift basket from Urban Orchard, a Mystic Blue Cruises dinner tour, Hamburger Mary’s gift certificates, and more!
The
social is taking place
Saturday, April 28
from 4 to 7pm
at Mignonette
(1747 W. Belmont in Chicago).
For just $50 you get complimentary open
bar, food, and great giveaways.
Plus you are supporting EQIL’s statewide
LGBT-rights work!
Click here for tickets or on the invitation below.
Chicago’s Cyon Flare Benefit Monday April 23
RISE
Children RISE as we band together to lend a hand to one of our own!
After a recent home break-in, our Cyon Flare is in need of things that need to replaced.
We invite you to join us in our effort to help replace the essential tools which he needs to be functional again in order to work at home and continue his valued community outreach.
Suggested donation of $10 gets 1 drink ticket and door prize entry.
Uber-fabulous Bradley Thomas will be the emcee and you can expect
performances by RaShaan Houston and others to be announced and some
surprises!
Also, DJ FLX will be spinning beats to keep you movin’ and groovin’.
All of us who know him, recognize one of his many passions is to use
his gifts as a performer-ambassador to raise $$$ and consciousness to
fight the fear and stigma of HIV/AIDS . His amazing energy and spirit
has benefitted almost every social service agency/organization/
(EQ IL-TPAN-Vital Bridges-Mr. Friendly-AIDS Foundation of
Chicago-United in HIV-just to name a few) in our city. He is currently
working with the Center On Halsted as part of the OVAH (Our Voices
Advocating Health) program.
Robert Cyon Flare evolved through
the love of costumes and influential art from old style movies about Las
Vegas showgirls, Josephine Baker & celebrities like Liberace,
Sylvester, Boy George and RuPaul. He uses his talents to reach people
all over the word and remind them that music(particularly house) is a
healing balm that can lift the spirit. Let’s help him lift his!!!
Trust that you can make a difference no matter who you are or where you
go! So go to Sidetrack on 4/23…hope to see you there and spread the
word and share the love!!
Photo credit:Ace Ujimori
Jersey Boys Special benefit Concert April 30th
CHECK THIS OUT! A very special concert by JERSEY BOYS!
The “Jersey Boys” are Taking It to the Street for Broadway Cares
Kimpton’s Hotel Allegro in partnership with the first national touring cast of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical Jersey Boys will hold a one-night only concert and auction to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
On Monday, April 30, the evening begins at 6:30 pm with 1960s
inspired cocktails and party hors d’oeuvres created by the top chefs at
the Allegro. At 7:30, the live band hits the stage and the first
national tour cast of Jersey Boys will rock the Allegro’s Grand
Walnut Ballroom singing the hits of Motown. The night continues with
dessert, dancing, a silent auction boasting autographed Four Seasons
memorabilia and a live auction full of one-of-a-kind Jersey Boys, music and Broadway collectibles.
Date: Monday, April 30, 2012 @ 6:00 pm
Where: Kimpton’s Hotel Allegro
The Grand Walnut Ballroom 171 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL
Tickets: $100 – $200
Chicago Red Dress Party April 21!
Chicago Red Dress Party 2012 takes center stage in just 3 days
Looking for something fun this weekend? Come party for a cause at the
2012 Chicago Red Dress Party at the Joffrrey Ballet Studios. We will be
rocking out to musical guest, Beverly McClellan from NBC’s The Voice, and co-host Ginger Zee from ABC’s “Good Morning America” and Cristian Carabias,
International model and Telenovela actor – all while sipping cocktails
by Grey Goose.
It is going to be a night to remember complete with an
aeralist performance from C5, a vocal performance by the Chicago Cabaret Project, and much, much more.
GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY BEFORE THEY SELL OUT!
We encourage all attendess to WEAR RED!
In addition, to honor the spirit of the “Red Dress”, everyone is
encouraged to attend wearing a red dress. Even the (boldest) men are
invted to join in on the fun! All men wearing a dress will automatically
be entered to win 1.) a catered dinner and open bar for 12 and 2.) a
one night stay for 8 at the Palmer House Penthouse Suite. Click here to check out a clip from ABC 7 Chicago for tips and ideas of what to wear.
Help Teri Yaki get on Ru Paul’s Drag Race
needs your help!!
Pass this along to your friends and help get her on
the show. She’ll be the best queen that RuPaul’s Drag Race has ever “
We love Kevin aka Teri Yaki. Gosh we have known him for about 12 years. I think he was 15 when we met….
RuPaul’s
Drag Race Season 5 Casting Contest:The fans get to cast one queen with
charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent that may snatch the Season 5
crown!
DO YOU WANT TO HELP FIND THE NEXT DRAG SUPERSTAR?
Watch the video and VOTE for KEVIN!!
(You have to log in to facebook – and you have to LIKE RuPauls Drag Race.)
Everyone but the top five get cut after the 30th…then you can vote
only for the top 5 till may2…
but you can vote everyday, once, till then!
Dining Out for Life Chicago April 26th
On Thursday, April 26, 2012 EdgeAlliance presents its 19th annual Dining Out for Life event, benefiting children and adults living with HIV/AIDS on Chicago’s West Side. Chicago is one of 60 cities across the United States and Canada participating in the event, making Dining Out for Life the single largest HIV/AIDS benefit in the country! Last year more than 80 Chicago restaurants pledged a portion of the night’s proceeds to EdgeAlliance raising more than $125,000!
With the generous support of this year’s Diamond Sponsors – Broadway Cellars, Connies Pizza, Crew Bar and Grill, Nookies Edgewater, The Signature Room on the 95th and Zapatista – Cuisines of Mexico – this year, EdgeAlliance hopes to raise $150,000 for Chicagoans living with HIV/AIDS!
“Just as Chicago is synonymous with good people and great food, Dining Out for Life has become a symbol of hope for our clients impacted by HIV/AIDS and homelessness. I hope you will join us in making 2012 further proof of Chicago’s appetite for great food and doing good.” said Jim Flosi, EdgeAlliance Founder, President and CEO.
EdgeAlliance is committed to providing housing, supportive services and peace-of-mind to those affected by HIV/AIDS. Their North Lawndale campus serves more than 125 individuals, offering supportive housing and comprehensive services.
You can visit the official Dining Out for Life website at www.diningoutforlife.com for full details! Dine Out. Fight AIDS!
Participating Restaurants
312 Chicago • Acre • Andies Restaurant • Angelina Ristorante • Ann Sather Restaurant • Anna Maria Pasteria • Anteprima • Atwood Café • Avenue Tavern • Baker & Nosh • Berghoff Restaurant • Big Jones • Bite Café • Bistronomic • Blackbird • Bluegrass • Broadway Cellars • Browntrout • Carnivale • Ceres’ Table • Club Lucky • Connie’s Pizza • Crew Bar & Grill • Cucina Paradiso • Custom House Tavern • D.S. Tequila Co. • Deleece • Deleece Grill • Fiorentino’s • Fiorenza Ristorante • Francesca’s Bryn Mawr • Francesca’s Forno • Francesca’s on Chestnut • Francesca’s on Taylor • Growling Rabbit • Halsted’s Bar & Grill • Hamburger Mary’s • HB Home Bistro • Hearty Restaurant • Horizon Café • Jin Ju • Kilwin’s Chicago • Lady Gregory’s • Las Mananitas • Leopold • Longman & Eagle • Magnolia Café • Mia Francesca • Minibar • Nookies Edgewater • Ombra • Pars Cove Restaurant • Palette Bistro • Ping Pong • PROSECCO • Sable Kitchen & Bar • Salpicon • Silver Cloud • Sola • South Water Kitchen • Southport and Irving • Spacca Napoli Pizzeria • Stella’s Diner • Tank Sushi • Taverna 750 • The Bagel Restaurant & Deli (Lakeview) • The Bagel Restaurant & Deli (Skokie) • The Chicago Diner • The Signature Room at the 95th • Toppers Pizza • Tuscany OakBrook • Uncommon Ground • Via Veneto • Vincent • Vivere • Wakamono • Wilde Bar & Restaurant • Zapatista – Cuisines of Mexico •
GLBT Travel Expo May 1 at Center on Halsted
GLBT TRAVEL EXPO! – May 1st – FREE Admission!
The 2012 Travel Expo Tour is an exciting event where
you can learn about new travel destinations, rediscover old ones, find
glbt friendly travel providers and get information to plan your next
vacation.
Airlines
Hotels
Trains
Cruise lines
Car Rentals
Resorts
Exotic Destinations
Convention & Visitors Bureaus
Travel Magazines
Attendees will be able to get the latest travel information, get
special travel packages and great deals from the very best travel
providers as well as win great prizes.
Tuesday – May 1, 2012 – Center on Halsted. 4-8pm.
FREE EVENT!
Factory Theater’s 20th Season Opens with White Trash Wedding and a Funeral
Earl receive his septic tank cleaning company inheritance from Aunt
Shirley, or will fiance Connie foul things up with the aid of Lonnie?
See how it all goes down at the American Legion Hall in White Trash Wedding and a Funeral.
in 1995 by ensemble member Mike Beyer* and Bill Havle. This is our
third installment of White Trash, after a widely successful remount at
Mary Arrchie in 2001. Called “A Marriage Not Made In Heaven” by The
Chicago Tribune, it was heralded as “Perversely Hilarious”.
Nick Green
from the Reader posed, “White Trash Wedding and a Funeral sticks a boot
in the ass of Middle America while placing a mirror to ‘polite’
society. At its dumbest moments, the laughs are both uncomfortable and
infectious”
You’ve been saving up cans of Schlitz Ice.
Watching NASCAR.
Practicing the Chicken Dance.
And now, your patience is about to pay off.
White Trash Wedding and a Funeral returns to kick off
Opening Night 4/27 and general run $20
CLICK HERE to purchase tickets
or call (866) 811 4111
Factory Theater at The Prop Thtr
El Mariachi Special Dinner April 25th
Our friends at El Mariachi, 3906 N. Broadway Chicago IL. 60613
Have put together this wonderful evening, April 25th @ 7pm.
Experience a 4 course special dinner menu paired with
4 cocktails and full flight of tequila! For $39 per person!
This is event is ALMOST SOLD OUT.
The owners said they have about 10 seats left.
Call now to reserve a spot! 773-549-2932
FYI – their new restaurant,
Revolucion Mexican Steak House is moving along –
they hope for a late May opening date!
I have seen the inside and is going to be very, very nice!
Farrells eXtreme Bodyshaping Chicago Spring Session
Our friends over at Farrell’s eXtreme Bodyshaping just uploaded a couple videos!
So for those of you wanting to know what it’s all about, here you go!
Video #1 and Video/Testimonials
They had a promotion on GILT last week for the upcoming 7:30pm classes……and it is a great deal!
I am told there are still a still a few spots left. MENTION THIS SITE.
CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION: (312) 624-9794
This 10 week class will set your metabolism on fire! And melt inches off your body.
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Circuit Mom Revolution Party April 25
REVOLUTION – The parties that revived Chicago nightlife last year – ARE BACK!
Amazing, Awesome, Beautiful,
Spectacular, Eye-Popping, First Rate, Remarkable,
Wonderful….these were just some of the adjectives people were saying about last years sold-out parties!
KICK OFF the season of Revolution parties April 25th in the fantastic
Vertigo Sky Lounge @ The Dana Hotel downtown. 2 W. Erie st. 6PM SHARP!!
Complimentary Absolut Cocktails from 6 – 7, great giveaways from 2(x)ist
and A|X Armani Exchange, and the reveal of our 2012 Revolution Poster
Model.
RSVP by April 23rd by emailing chip@bigdaddyproductionsinc.
Sponsored in part by BestGayChicago.com
Elever Chicago Pop Up Restaurant April 21
‘Internationale:
An Evening of Food, Fashion & Art’
From a Party to an Event, From Food to Cuisine, From a Look to a Style:
Ladies and Gentlemen of Chicagoland,
It’s time to elevate!
Élever Chicago is transforming dining from simply a meal to a sensory experience with its second underground dining event, Internationale: An Evening of Food, Fashion & Art. On Saturday, April 21, 2012, the Chicago Artist Coalition will host this upscale dining affair with reservations each hour between 5 PM and 10 PM. Haute cuisine is a standard for the evening, as it is always, when prepared by Chef Markus Ford.
Hosted in a lovely West Loop art gallery at 217 N. Carpenter.
For the fashion-forward diners, designer Sujata Gazder will lend her bold and classic wearable art to the hostesses. There is something for everyone; a night filled with food, fashion and art.
As with the premiere Élever Chicago underground dining event, Internationale promises to be an event attended by Chicago socialites, business entrepreneurs, the beautiful and fashionable of the city, and those who wish to raise their dining experience from the commonplace. Sponsors will have the opportunity to brand their products and services to hundreds of guests and potential clients. Élever Chicago will also be donating a portion of the proceeds to the Chicago Artist Coalition, whose mission is to educate the public on the value of the visual arts. More than merely an experience in exceptional dining, through Internationale, Élever Chicago is cementing a bridge between the culinary arts and the visual arts.
RED DRESS PARTY ATTENDEES!
Dine at the 5pm seating and save $10 off the dinner ticket price. .
Chef Markus Ford has traveled the world. Now he brings his culinary
expertise back to Chicago. Please join him
at Internationale
– A Night of Food, Fashion & Art. Each dinner seating should take approximately 90 minutes. A
portion of the proceeds go to support the Chicago Artists’ Coalition.
All
ticket information can be found at Eleverchicago.com/events.
Chicago Gay Play Weekend April 13-15
Gay Play Weekend at Center on Halsted
Features Enhanced Staged Readings of Four New Plays and One New Musical!
Pride Films and Plays announces that five finalists have been named in the 2012 Great Gay Play and Musical Contest, as PFP continues to explore “What’s New and Who’s Next” in LGBT film and theater. The finalists are:
- At The Flash, by Sean Chandler and David Leeper, Woodland Hills, CA
- Lost in History, by Adam Siegel, Maplewood, NJ
- Hello Norma Jeane, by Dylan Costello, London, UK
- Mr. Teddy, by George Smart, Quincy, MA
- Under A Rainbow Flag, a new musical, by Leo Schwartz, Chicago, IL
All five finalists will be performed as enhanced staged readings in the Gay Play Weekend April 13 to 15 at Center on Halsted, 3656 North Halsted. The readings use some stage movement, sound, and costuming to create the world of the plays.
“PFP fosters excellent writing for the stage and screen that speaks not only to the LGBT community, but is essential viewing for our friends, family, and co-workers,” says Executive Director David Zak. “And it is the range of these pieces that will make our Festival Weekend of staged readings extraordinary.”
“Hello Norma Jeane, a comedy about Marilyn Monroe, and Mr. Teddy, a very provocative look at a long-standing three-way role-playing relationship, are both so entertaining and thought-provoking. At The Flash is destined to be a classic solo tour-de-force performance piece illuminating 50 years of gay history, while Lost in History is a beautifully personal story about parents, aging, and much more. And our first musical to be named a finalist, Under A Rainbow Flag, is a charming real-life story of a WWII naval corpsman who still lives in Evanston, Illinois.”
Thanks to the support of Center on Halsted, Gay Play Weekend is April 13 to 15 with the following schedule:
- Friday, April 13, 7:30 – Lost in History, starring Artistic Ensemble Member Patrick Rybarczyk, and featuring Fred Tumas and Jerry Miller.
- Saturday, April 14, 4:30 – Mr. Teddy, starring Artistic Ensemble Members Jude Hansen and Mark Smaglinski, and featuring Kyra Morris, Teddy Boone, Mark Boergers, and Alex Wolking.
- Saturday, April 14, 7:30 – Hello Norma Jeane, starring Artistic Ensemble members Kris Hyland, Michelle McKenzie-Voigt, Chad Ryan, and Kelli Walker, and featuring Rachel Payne and David Geinosky.
- Sunday, April 15, 1:30 – At The Flash, starring Artistic Ensemble member Lee Wichman.
- Sunday, April 15, 4:30 – Under A Rainbow Flag, starring Artistic Ensemble Members Tom Chiola and Kris Hyland, and featuring Bobby Arnold, Jon Landvick, Meghan Murphy, Colin Sphar and Nick Stockwell. Robert Ollis is Musical Director.
Tickets for each reading are $10 at www.brownpapertickets.com.
For more information visit www.pridefilmsandplays.com.
Red Dress Party Chicago – The Clock is Ticking
Are you one of those people that wait to the LAST MINUTE to buy your tickets to an event?
Ticket prices for the Red Dress Party Chicago – start to increase TONIGHT at midnight! $80 right now. $90 tomorrow. Then there is another increase on April 13th to $100.
GET YOUR TICKETS BEFORE THEY INCREASE
TONIGHT AT MIDNIGHT!
We encourage all attendess to WEAR RED!
In addition: to honor the spirit of the “Red Dress” – everyone is
encouraged to attend wearing a red dress – even the (boldest) men are
invted to join in on the fun! Those males doing so will automatically be
entered to win a catered dinner and open bar for 12 in the Palmer House
Penthouse Suite with a one night stay for 8.
Last years event a smashing success!
You won’t want to miss this event!
CHICAGO RED DRESS PARTY TICKETS – APRIL 21, 2012
@ the Joffrey Ballet Studios
and visibility for the HIV/AIDS movement and raising funds for
organizations that provide vital community services.
Dress for the fight, end AIDS
