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04/23/2025

Allison Armijo () interviews playwright Marco Antonio Rodriguez () about 'Domino Effect,' co-conceived by Antonio Rodriguez and Mino Lora (). Presented by The People’s Theatre () in collaboration with Boundless Theatre Company () and Latinx Playwrights Circle (), this intimate play is set around a domino table, but goes beyond physical locations to explore the deeper, often unspoken ties between us—those rooted in land, memory, and collective liberation.

All-star cast includes WILLIE the GENIUS as Pepper Malveaux (), Shadi Ghaheri as Atash Hesam (), Tony Macy-Perez as Armando Arango (), and Angela Reynoso as Gisel Fortuna ().

Get your tickets today and read the full conversation here: https://glreview.org/domino-effect-an-interview-with-the-playwright/

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Now extended through April 26th, Domino Effect is more than just a multigenerational q***r immigrant story—it’s a layered exploration of how community, memory, and land shape our identities and con…

04/22/2025

Meet the LGBTQ heroes who stood up to fascism and hear about their lives with Prof. Andrew Lear from Oscar Wilde Tours.

Register at the link below: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lgbtq-resistance-heroes-of-nazi-europe-tickets-1224991605869?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

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Meet the LGBTQ heroes who stood up to fascism and hear about their lives with Prof. Andrew Lear from Oscar Wilde Tours.

04/20/2025

Rebel Satori Press Frank Pizzoli Bureau of General Services-Q***r Division Gay & Le***an Review-Worldwide Out In Print: Q***r Book Reviews

04/20/2025

Happy 4/20!

The history of ma*****na legalization in the U.S. is rooted in racial injustice and medical advocacy, beginning with early 20th-century laws like the Ma*****na Tax Act of 1937, which criminalized cannabis through racially charged propaganda targeting Black and Mexican communities. These policies escalated during the War on Drugs, disproportionately harming communities of color through mass incarceration and economic disenfranchisement, despite similar usage rates across races. Meanwhile, during the AIDS crisis, activists—particularly in the LGBTQ+ community—fought for cannabis as a form of compassionate care, leading to breakthroughs like California’s Proposition 215 in 1996. Yet, racial disparities in enforcement persist even amid growing legalization, highlighting the need for efforts that not only expand access but also advance racial and economic justice—something the Hood Incubator is committed to supporting through its work empowering communities of color in the cannabis industry.

You can read more about the Hood Incubator, support their work, and get involved here: https://www.hoodincubator.org/

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04/19/2025

The upcoming May-June issue of The G&LR highlights "The First Homosexuals," a pivotal art exhibition opening at the Wrightwood 659 Museum on May 2nd. Curated by Jonathan D. Katz, this exhibit explores the emergence of homosexual identity from 1869-1939, featuring contributions from distinguished writers and artists. Engage with historical narratives that shaped modern LGBTQ+ culture.

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04/16/2025

"There are memories you wish you could lock away, bury deep within the recesses of your mind, never to be revisited. For me, this is one of them. But as I sit here sharing my story, I do so with the hope that it sheds light on a harrowing reality many have faced and continue to face in Nigeria. This is what it means to be 'kitoed,' and how I survived."

New "Here's My Story" by Osadolor Edokpayi, available now:

By Osadolor Edokpayi “Can you please come around? I’m preparing noodles. My folks went to church.” It seemed harmless. My mind, innocent and unsuspecting, didn’t sense any red flags. It…

04/15/2025

Arab American Heritage Month is a time to honor the depth and richness of Arab American culture, and to uplift voices that have long been (and are increasingly) silenced or overlooked. At The G&LR, we proudly celebrate the vast contributions Arab American writers, poets, translators, editors, children’s book authors, and artists have made to literature and culture—and we remain committed to amplifying those voices, in solidarity with a free Palestine.

Here are some LGBTQ+ Arab authors, SWANA lit mags, and resources you can follow and support—and don’t miss Khaled Alesmael’s powerful essay, "Selamlik and a Bouquet of Wildflowers on Jean Genet’s Grave" here: https://glreview.org/selamlik-and-a-bouquet-of-wildflowers-on-jean-genets-grave/

Tatreez Illustration by Basak Notz, from the article: “Tatreez Artists Keep This Palestinian Folk Art Alive in the Midwest," available here: https://artsmidwest.org/stories/tatreez-artists-keep-this-palestinian-folk-art-alive-in-the-midwest/

**While Palestinian tatreez (embroidery) is not representative of the full diversity of Arab or Arab American cultures, we honor its significance as a symbol of resilience and identity—and we stand in unwavering solidarity with Palestine, recognizing that liberation for one of us is tied to the liberation of us all.

04/11/2025

"On July 12, 1979 Disco was assassinated by the American people."

New blog essay by Asa Williams highlights how Disco emerged from underground q***r and Black and Brown communities as a radical form of self-expression and protest against racism, homophobia, and societal repression. Though it was later co-opted and sanitized by the mainstream, its roots in marginalized spaces made it a powerful vehicle for liberation and solidarity for q***r people of color.

Read more at the link below.

By Asa Williams Prior to the emergence of Disco, due to the homophobic laws that prohibited same-sex dancing, most gay bars were underground dance bars; many of their attendees took bail money with…

04/05/2025

This month, The G&LR honors Felice Picano, a pivotal figure in LGBTQ literature and activism. Join us for a special event with Gillian M. Rodger discussing the impact of male impersonators on the Vaudevillian stage. Additionally, explore our new content that dives into the history of q***r identity, including our May-June issue guest-edited by Jonathan D. Katz. Stay engaged with these vital discussions. ***rHistory

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04/05/2025

In this GLR exclusive, Brian Alessandro, longtime contributor and the author of recently-published 'Julian's Debut,' takes our readers on an in-depth look at autofiction, its complications, and joys.

"I have no desire to expose, betray, or hurt anyone, least of all the people with whom I have spent a lifetime building a relationship. I took a conscious decision not to write a full-length memoir because I saw the displeasure the short essay caused. Julian’s Debut is not a memoir. Some of it is true. Most of it is not."

You won't find this exclusive anywhere else.

You can, however, check out Brian Alessandro's recent work here: https://glreview.org/author/brianalessandrogmail-com/

And purchase your copy of 'Julian's Debut' here: https://rebelsatori.com/product/julians-debut/

04/04/2025

"I don’t talk to god—in prayer or poems. But I do listen to those who do."

Read Stacy Nathaniel Jackson (stayseajackson)'s essay, "Q***r Rain: Reflections on James Baldwin's 'Untitled' at the link below.

By Stacy Nathaniel Jackson What of a different world Baldwin steadfastly conjured in his novels, essays, plays, and poems interrogating race, politics, and sexuality? Is that not the definition of …

04/01/2025

The 2025 Saints & Sinners LGBTQ+ Literary Festival was this past weekend, featuring over 60 writers. In this special Gay & Le***an Review exclusive, author and speaker Jonathan Alexander chats with festival speakers and LGBTQ+ literary icons Brian Alessandro, Dale Corvino, Elisabeth Nonas, and Donna Minkowitz about what the festival means to them and much more. With so many incredible voices in our community, there were countless other authors we would have loved to feature, and we hope to highlight their work in the near future!

03/31/2025

What is trans visibility without trans liberation? On this day of Trans Liberation, we celebrate the beauty, strength, and resilience of transgender, non-binary, and gender-nonconforming people everywhere.

We confront the harsh reality that Black and Brown trans communities, especially Black trans women and trans Latinx, Indigenous, and Asian people, face the most violent and entrenched attacks on their rights. From targeted legislation denying healthcare access and criminalizing everyday existence to the constant threat of state and community violence, their oppression is magnified by racism, xenophobia, and transphobia working in tandem. These attacks are not just about visibility; they are deliberate attempts to erase and control those whose existence challenges systems of white supremacy, patriarchy, and colonialism. Liberation for Black and Brown trans communities is not symbolic—it is a fight for survival, safety, and the right to thrive.

03/28/2025

"Both Fag Rag and GCN were founded in the early 70s—and kudos to both for lasting for 20+ years—and they were a product of their times. Both mags evolved, to be sure, but one could never miss Fag Rag’s origins in gonzo hippie journalism, complete with full frontal nudity, or GCN’s commitment to the unadorned style of a New Left broadsheet."

In preparation for Fag Rag's upcoming panel, revisit this article from Editor-in-Chief, Richard Schneider, which explores Fag Rag's role in Boston magazine history. RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oral-history-live-roundtable-with-fag-rag-tickets-1272967834059?aff=oddtdtcreator

And revisit Richard's article here: https://glreview.org/glr-editor-discusses-magazines-history-as-a-boston-institution/

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  The following talk was delivered at the National Le***an and Gay Journalists Association conference, which is in Boston this year, August 22 to 25. As editor and founder of The Gay & Les…