Transwoman brutally slain, and media fail

Cleveland Transgender

So, here’s what we know—”Cemia Dove” “Ce Ce” (or “Ci Ci”) Acoff was a transgender woman whose battered body was found dumped in a pond in a Cleveland suburb on April 17. Here’s what else we know—after she was victimized by a murderer, she was re-victimized by the Cleveland media. Acoff was found stabbed repeatedly, […]

PA LGBTQ Couples Can Marry Out-of-State; Cannot Divorce

One significant barrier for me with regard to seeking an out-of-state marriage is the simple fact that I would not have access to divorce as long as I remain a Pennsylvania resident. Married in New York? DC? Canada? Living in PA? No divorce possible. That’s outrageous. And its unlikely to change anytime soon. “Divorce is […]

Sandra Bernhard Red Hot; Cultural Trust Going Green

Last night was the first time I’ve seen Sandra Bernhard perform. I hope it won’t be the last. Sandra Bernhard can sing. Really sing. Sing enough to bring her accompanist. Sing enough to hit notes, high and low, one does not expect from a comedian. Sing enough to leave me thinking Ryan Murphy is an […]

To This Day by Shane Koyczan – Spoken Word Performance About Bullying

To This Day by Shane Koyczan –  Spoken Word Performance About Bullying

  To This Day by Shane Koyczan   To This Day When I was a kid I used to think that pork chops and karate chops were the same thing I thought they were both pork chops and because my grandmother thought it was cute and because they were my favourite she let me keep […]

The Week in LGBTQ: April 21, 2013

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Fusion-That Gay Magazine!

Originally published on Huffington Post Gay Voices.  What is Fusion Magazine? I’m glaad you asked! (Yes, I know I spelled glaad with 2 a’s). It’s how I roll now! Anyway, back to Fusion. Fusion is Kent State University’s gender and sexual minority magazine. They just celebrated their 10th anniversary and I had the privilege of […]

Review: “Little Gem” at City Theatre (and Ticket Giveaway)

The three woman show “Little Gem” currently at City Theatre is like a book you expect to enjoy, but find yourself unable to put down for hours on end. As the final scene played out, I wanted to stand up and say “BUT WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?” Fortunately, I did not do that.  LITTLE GEM March […]

Former Pitt, RMU Basketball Coach Uses Gay Slurs While Abusing Rutgers Players

Mike Rice – former men’s basketball coach at Pittsburgh’s Robert Morris University – is under fire for after videos of his physical, verbal and mental abuse of his players at Rutgers University has come to light. Rice was fired today for his conduct. Word in Pittsburgh – will RMU conduct an internal investigation to determine […]

Another Giveaway: Tickets to See Tristan Prettyman Perform at Mr. Small’s

Another Giveaway: Tickets to See Tristan Prettyman Perform at Mr. Small’s

We have another ticket giveaway for our music loving readers – singer-songerwriter Tristan Prettyman is headling a show at Mr. Small’s this coming Sunday (4/7) and you can win two tickets plus a signed CD “Cedar and Gold” and a concert t-shirt. This is an all-ages show. Listen to Prettyman’s latest single.   a Rafflecopter […]

Ask NBC to Renew “The New Normal”

According to Rob Owens in the Post-Gazette, NBC has yet to renew “The New Normal” – a sitcom focusing on a white gay male couple working with a surrogate to have a son. Yet, despite a decent ratings start last fall, the show finds itself on the bubble for renewal. This probably has more to […]