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For advertising or subscription information, call 713/520-7237 ext. 10 or email: [email protected] Established in 1994, OutSmart is an award-winning monthly publication that has delivered local and national news to Houston’s LGBT audience for over 23 years. Published in print and online, we reach 200,000+ readers each month and have a loyal fan base spanning from Houston to Los Angele

s. The magazine even has an international following in Canada, Mexico, The United Kingdom, Australia, and various other locations across the globe. OutSmart has proudly received recognition on both local and national levels. The magazine was voted “Nation’s Best Local Magazine” by the Vice Versa Gay Press Awards and has been named “Best Local Publication in Houston” by the Houston Press for four consecutive years (2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009). Pick up a free copy of OutSmart at any of our 375+ locations in and around Houston. The magazine is also distributed at select sites in Austin, Brownsville, Corpus Christi, Dallas, El Paso, and San Antonio.

Meet our December cover star, Sarah Sachi, a Pearland-born performer bringing her talent and q***r sparkle to Theatre Un...
12/08/2025

Meet our December cover star, Sarah Sachi, a Pearland-born performer bringing her talent and q***r sparkle to Theatre Under The Stars’ White Christmas. Returning to the Hobby Center feels like a homecoming for Sachi, who grew up attending TUTS shows and now steps into the holiday classic with a refreshed, diverse ensemble. From dancing through multiple roles to reveling in the onstage “snow,” she’s ready to help audiences rediscover the joy of seeing this timeless story live. Link in comments.

Beautiful Princess Disorder begins its final week in Houston with a surreal universe that feels both strange and familia...
12/08/2025

Beautiful Princess Disorder begins its final week in Houston with a surreal universe that feels both strange and familiar. Playwright Kathy Ng brings Triangle Person to life in a heavenly parking lot full of humor, confession, and q***r resilience. With characters who declare themselves beautiful princesses and wrestle with the corners of their own identities, the play offers a vibrant look at vulnerability and self-acceptance. It is a story about letting yourself be known, even in the most unexpected places. Link in comments.

Legacy Community Health honored World AIDS Day 2025 at the DeLUXE Theater with an evening of reflection, performances, a...
12/06/2025

Legacy Community Health honored World AIDS Day 2025 at the DeLUXE Theater with an evening of reflection, performances, and community dialogue. The program featured remarks from local leaders, a performance by PreechKid, and the L. Joel Martinez Memorial Award presented to Ian L. Haddock. A panel on stigma-free, community-centered HIV care led into a candlelight vigil remembering those lost and reaffirming the work ahead. For full photo gallery, visit our site: https://tinyurl.com/2k395x44

Neptune’s gift is not just fantasy; it is truth. As Neptune turns direct on December 10, it starts clearing the attachme...
12/06/2025

Neptune’s gift is not just fantasy; it is truth. As Neptune turns direct on December 10, it starts clearing the attachments, illusions, and wishful thinking that keep us stuck. Click the link in the comments to check your sign and learn what is fading out now and what Saturn will soon ask you to build when it joins Neptune in Aries in 2026.

Texas’ SB 12 was touted as a drag ban, but the legal reality is messier and, critics say, more dangerous. With broad def...
12/05/2025

Texas’ SB 12 was touted as a drag ban, but the legal reality is messier and, critics say, more dangerous. With broad definitions and little clarity, the law could invite scrutiny and fear even when shows are lawful and family-friendly. Drag activists Brigitte Bandit and Violet S’Arbleu say the real damage is the chilling effect on performers, venues, and community. Link in comments.

SB 12 reaches far beyond classroom lesson plans, and that broad reach is exactly what will be debated in federal court o...
12/05/2025

SB 12 reaches far beyond classroom lesson plans, and that broad reach is exactly what will be debated in federal court on Dec. 10. A coalition of students, educators, and LGBTQ advocates says the law is unconstitutionally vague and has already chilled speech in schools, from student clubs to everyday conversations. Texas officials argue it is about parental rights and educational priorities. The outcome could determine how far the state can go in restricting what schools allow students to discuss. Link in comments.

Performing arts take center stage this weekend, starting with a festive ActOUT reception at the Alley Theatre before ton...
12/04/2025

Performing arts take center stage this weekend, starting with a festive ActOUT reception at the Alley Theatre before tonight's performance of The Night Shift Before Christmas. Tomorrow, the Galveston Gay Chorus kicks off Dickens Weekend in Galveston, and the Houston Pride Band welcomes the holidays with a performance on Saturday. Click the link in the comments for the full calendar of events this weekend and beyond.

This month’s cover welcomes the season with Theatre Under The Stars’ reimagined White Christmas, featuring Houston nativ...
12/04/2025

This month’s cover welcomes the season with Theatre Under The Stars’ reimagined White Christmas, featuring Houston native Sarah Sachi in a refreshed, inclusive take on the classic. We also spotlight John Cameron Mitchell’s Hedwig and the Angry Inch screening and the Galveston Gay Chorus as they bring music and community to holiday events.Beyond the festivities, we look at Brad Pritchett’s new leadership at Equality Texas, the implications of Senate Bill 12, Houston’s renewed visibility efforts through rainbow murals, and the MFAH exhibition exploring Frida Kahlo’s global influence. Visit our digital issue, link in comments.

On November 29, Disco Turkey 2025 filled the Montrose Country Club with 1970s-inspired looks and a steady, high-energy s...
12/04/2025

On November 29, Disco Turkey 2025 filled the Montrose Country Club with 1970s-inspired looks and a steady, high-energy set from co-founder DJ Chad Guidry. What began in 2001 as a small post-holiday gathering has grown into a defining annual event that continues to draw a committed, lively crowd. For full photo gallery, visit: https://tinyurl.com/5fzmf6pe

The Galveston Gay Chorus reflects the power of shared music to build community, offering performances that highlight joy...
12/01/2025

The Galveston Gay Chorus reflects the power of shared music to build community, offering performances that highlight joy, inclusion, and local pride. Their work extends from charity efforts to holiday celebrations throughout the island. Among their appearances this season is a December 5 event at Soundbar that helps kick off Dickens Weekend. Link in comments.

We are SO back with LGBTQ+ Night at the Ballet! Get 25% off an evening Out At The Ballet during The Nutcracker on Friday...
12/01/2025

We are SO back with LGBTQ+ Night at the Ballet! Get 25% off an evening Out At The Ballet during The Nutcracker on Friday, December 12 at 7:30 PM, plus a complimentary drink voucher and access to a reserved area before the show and during intermission. All are welcome. Don’t miss your chance to experience the wonder of Clara's magical journey in Stanton Welch's The Nutcracker! https://tinyurl.com/rvwmxdmx

On World AIDS Day, we remember those lost, recognize those living with HIV, and take stock of the work still ahead. Prog...
12/01/2025

On World AIDS Day, we remember those lost, recognize those living with HIV, and take stock of the work still ahead. Progress has been real, but shifts in funding, access, and public attention continue to create gaps in care and support.

This day is a reminder to stay informed, push back against stigma, and advocate for the resources our communities need. To everyone affected by HIV: we see you, and we’re not stepping away.

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