by bill biss
A Family by Any Other Name: Exploring Queer Relationships Bruce Gillespie What constitutes family? Bruce Gillespie honors and recognizes the many relationships of families within the modern LGBT community. A series of individual and diverse essays exposés a wide range of perspectives on creating a family and personal insights into the ever-changing spectrum of dating, marriage and parenting. Whether it’s being a biological parent, adopting or having a gay parent or child… these individual stories share what it truly means to be part of an LGBT family.Available April 8.
Does Jesus Really Love Me?: A Gay Christian’s Pilgrimage in Search of God in America Jeff Chu Award-winning reporter and gay evangelical
Christian Jeff Chu travels across America to pres- ent his journey of discovery in the intersecting roads of faith, politics and sexuality. His interviews with gay and straight congregants from a diverse spectrum of Christian denominations create an intriguing dialogue about how churches deal with homosexuality today. Does Jesus Really Love Me? uncovers a fascinating and personal look at both the dissension and the reconciliation of religion and LGBT sexuality. Paperback available April 15.
Everybody’s Got Something Robin Roberts Being both a survivor of breast cancer and a
rare blood and bone marrow disease, while being a role model to many along the way is a remark- able accomplishment. Robin Roberts, co-anchor of Good Morning America shares the motivation, inspiration and struggles she experienced during her ordeal and offers solid optimism for dealing with the challenges of life through her own arduous process in Everybody’s Got Something. Her memoir is uplifting, courageous and full of spirited strength. Available April 22.
I Am Divine Jeffrey Schwarz’s documentary takes a well-
rounded and affectionate look at the life and career of Glenn Milstead, known in the world of cult cinema and pop stardom as “Divine.” The absurd and naughty antics of Milstead’s trans- formation and ultimate stardom with filmmaker John Waters are recollected vividly and in depth. Divine, truly a one-of-a-kind trailblazer in coun- ter culture entertainment is given a loving and largely entertaining film bio withI Am Divine. Available April 8.
August: Osage County Family dynamics and dysfunction are in full ar-
ray in the powerfully toxic drama of the Weston family in August: Osage County. The intensity of the Weston women in crisis (Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts as mother and daughter) can be overwhelming. Yet, there are also moments both touching and hilarious provided by this tremendous ensemble cast of brilliant and skilled actors. August: Osage County is one fam- ily portrait painted in strokes of deceit, misery, truths and grand theatrics. Available April 8.
Funny Face One of the last brilliant musicals of Hol-
lywood’s Golden Age, Funny Face sparkles with pure entertainment. The fashion world of New York and Paris is taken to task with the discovery of a fashion muse portrayed by Audrey Hepburn. As she is transformed, she falls in love with pho- tographer Dick Avery (Fred Astaire). With music and lyrics by George and Ira Gershwin, delightful chemistry between Hepburn and Astaire and the rich locales of Paris, Funny Face is cinematic joy and a musical romp of fashion and fun on Blu-ray. Available April 8.
Symphonica George Michael During his hugely successful Symphonica:
The Orchestral Tour, George Michael captivated international audiences while performing with classical symphonies across Europe. Performing a well-known selection of hits and hand-chosen covers of emotional resonance, the experience was recorded live during his 2011/2012 tour. The legendary Phil Ramone produced the album; and there is a newfound brilliance of beauty and matu- rity in Michael’s skilled and rich live performance. Available now.
Billy’s Back on Broadway Billy Porter Tony Award-winner and “Lola” of Kinky Boots
on Broadway, Billy Porter showcases his favorite musical theatre songs in his own magnetic way with Billy’s Back on Broadway. The former gospel singer puts his spirited passion into classics such as “Everything’s Coming Up Roses,” adds new depth to “I Gotta Be Me” and even pays homage to the magical pairing of Streisand and Garland with a very special musical guest, Cyndi Lauper as they joyfully embrace the “Happy Days/Get Happy “ duet. Available April 15.
Pop Psychology Neon Trees On their third album, lead singer Tyler Glenn channels both his inner demons and a new sense of happiness forPop Psychology. The material cov- ers a broad path of personal growth while never losing sight of the band’s strengths in the pop arena. There is the cautionary groove found in “Sleeping With a Friend” while “First Things First” zeros in on following your dreams. The set of songs is ultimately fun and focused, while taking the band’s pop sounds to the next level. Available April 22.
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