by bill biss rage recommends
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WITH A TWIST Bria Skonberg A winning combination of vocals and trumpet playing is exuberantly presented by Bria Skonberg. No, she doesn’t sing and play the trumpet at the same time… Of course not. Yet, forWith A Twist, Skonberg skillfully matches both of her talents in more than good fashion. Mixing romantic standards and the upbeat tempos of jazz, her voice conjures up a Peggy Lee album from say, 1962perhaps. There is a sassy swing and a playful quality from Bria, who is totally tops at the trumpet, too. Available now
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POLITICAL ANIMALS Being in politics and under public scrutiny is challenging to say the least. Being a woman in politics and openly
lesbian...is a whole different ballgame. In the documentaryPolitical Animals, four elected California politicians: Christine Kehoe, Sheila Kuehl, Carole Migden and Jackie Goldberg are profiled for their achievements, struggles and courage. The fight to achieve civil rights for the LGBT population and to be treated fairly, is at the heart of their achievements presented in Political Animals.
Available June 6
THE FREEDOM TO MARRY Don’t ever take anything for granted. The history of marriage equality is at the forefront of this film documenting the progression of time andintense ideological struggleover many years it took to legalize same-sex
marriage.The Freedom to Marry chronicles Evan Wolfson as the man who truly helmed the fight for this civil right—by his side—attorney Mary Bonauto and their team. An in-depth history captured with a behind-the-scenes look at the struggles and triumph. Truly an inspirational lesson in our history.
Available June 6
3 GENERATIONS It’s truly a “family” affair in the complicated situation of realizing your daughter is transgender and identifies as a male. The dynamics of3 Generationspaint a portrait of the struggle of “Ray,” as portrayed by Elle Fanning. The conflicts of opinions that he encounters from his parents and his grandmother, stir up a realistic yet not fully-realized screen scenario. Discovery of who you are and how family perceives you, is never easy. Yet, it’s forward-thinking to have a film in which this dynamic
is up for discussion.Available June 13
BLACK IRISH Shannon McNally Shannon McNally takes blues, honky-tonk and country smarts to an exciting level forBlack Irish. A combo of Bonnie Raitt, Loretta Lynn and Linda Ronstadt is to be found in her voice as she assails the blues with one song called “Banshee Moan.” She has a sincere way around a song and some solid licks from the band of musicians with her. McNally delivers in spades. Shannon also captures the rocking spirit of Mick Jagger from The Rolling Stones, with the aptly titled “Roll Away the Stone.” Available June 9
OTHER Alison Moyet Dramatic and intense, intellectual and distinctive, Alison Moyet arrives anew forOther. The sonic machinery of sounds is both predatory and sensitively involved, matched against her voice. She is never afraid to show a softness to her spirit, yet Moyet always maintains a steely resolve in both her songwriting and delivery. “Listening U” sweeps in quite beautifully and cascades with harps and a quality to remember. Moyet more than channels a few emotional and tortured spirits on the songs presented, in a brilliant way. Available June 16
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FOR THE GAY STAGE: A GUIDE TO 456 PLAYS, ARISTOPHANES TO PETER GILL Drewey Wayne Gunn It’s international, darling! When it comes to theatrical productions that encompass the LGBT scene or have touches of gay or lesbian tones and elements,For the Gay Stage is the definitive guide for theatre aficiona- dos. Extensively researched by Mr. Gunn and about all corners of the theatre world: Off-Broadway, regional and the many plays on Broadway… Productions are covered from Australia to South Africa and of course, the good ole’ U.S.A. This resourceful book proves that beyond a doubt, the LGBT history of theatre is quite
remarkable. Available now
NOT SO GOOD A GAY MAN: A MEMOIR Frank M. Robinson Writer, author and screenwriter, Frank M. Robinson lived a remarkable life, until his death at 88-years-old in 2014. His memoir as a gay man and as an influential person of note is now published and is poignant, clever and quite the cultural revelation of a life well-lived… Which included writing speeches for his friend, Harvey Milk. Robinson provides an honest and open look from his perspective. His intelligence and compassion shine through within the pages of his autobiography, when it wasn’t a cake walk to be “out.” Available June 6
LGBT: SAN FRANCISCO Daniel Nicoletta and Chuck Mobley “San Francisco, open your Golden Gate!” In this case, it’s the “golden gays” of San Francisco from the 1970s to now… As photographed by Daniel Nicoletta and presented for the first time. A heritage of those who fought, marched and stood proud for us and before us. Nicoletta capturedmany iconic photos ofHarvey Milk in his lens, as well. Discover our activists, drag queens and those who brought a new way of “gay” into the theatre scene. It’s all in the camera eye of history, from Daniel Nicoletta. Available June 27
JUNE 2017 | RAGE monthly 23
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