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TAKE ONE THING OFF Scout Durwood “Scouts honor!” Scout Durwood, combines both comedy and music into one big party favor for your summer listening pleasure. This well-received comedian and “out” entertainer has the ability to create smiles with both her humor and her songs that are all of her own creation. Start with the title track “Take One Thing Off” then “Go Go” and check out “All the Pretty Bottles,” which is really not pretty at all. Enjoy a laugh and a song with these 19 selections on Durwood’s debut. Available now
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THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO AL GREEN Filmmaker Robert Mugge has created a brilliant documentary on the unique and gifted soul singer Al Green. A man who left the music world behind to bring the message of inspiration and hope forth as a preacher in Memphis, Tennessee. There are a priceless amount of interviews, rare concert footage and those close to Al
Green.The Gospel According to Al Green is revelatory and inspirational as his story unfolds of “Let’s stay together, whether times are good or bad or
happy or sad.”Available July 7.
DO YOU TAKE THIS MAN How much tension or unexpected crisis can occur the day before a wedding? In the human comedy there is always drama guaranteed. Two men (portrayed by vet- eran actor Anthony Rapp and the boyishly handsome Jonathan Bennett) discover more about each other, their relationship and trust… While also dealing with parents, relatives and personalities during the course of one day before “the big day.” Though not as potent as it could have been, the solid acting from Rapp and the charm of Bennett work well together.
Available July 11.
YOU CAN’T ESCAPE LITHUANIA A psychological and intriguing 80-minute foreign film about a well-to-do, young gay filmmaker who decides to help the actress who stars in his films. Why? She has murdered her mother and needs to flee the country to escape the crime. Taking her and his Latin boyfriend across the country… relationships, secrets and conflict ensues as the filmmaker documents their journey on his smartphone. Did the filmmaker make the right choice to help his star and leading lady or will his relationships unravel because of his decision?
Available July 11.
HOLIDAY INN Original Broadway Cast Recording Whether it’s gay pride, the fourth of July or Christmas day, holidays are meant to be celebrated and enjoyed. The impeccable songwriting of Irving Berlin is presented in a hybrid production of his very finest songs forHoliday Inn. Innovative and fresh, the cast performs selections fromAlexander’s Ragtime Band, Easter Parade, Call Me Madamand Blue Skies, along with songs from Paramount’s 1941Holiday Inn. The arrange- ments and performances are all cleverly outstanding. It’s clearly a quadruple threat of Berlin’s genius to step out with. Available July 21.
CATALOGUE: 1985-2012 Pet Shop Boys “Absolutely Fabulous…” The Pet Shop Boys are not only going into their career vault, they are also offering up a ton of never-released remixes, demos and for “further listening” tracks, bound to have you as happy as a pup. The albumsNightlife, ReleaseandFundamental kick off this master class of Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe music. Remastered and refreshed “It’s A Sin” or perhaps “I’m With Stupid” or even an unreleased version of “Alone Again, Naturally” performed with Sir Elton John. Available July 21.
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THE LIFE AND DEATH OF ACT UP/LA: ANTI-AIDS ACTIVISM IN LOS ANGELES FROM THE 1980S TO THE 2000S Benita Roth There was a time in the not-so-distant past where thousands of men, woman and children were dying of and dealing with AIDS. The AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power (ACT UP) was at the forefront in the fight for awareness, funding from our government and to strongly fight for social inequalities and loss in the face of politics. Thoroughly researched by author Benita Roth, she offers a fresh perspective and respect for the rebellious and historical work done by the men and
women of ACT UP. Available now
MIDNIGHTER AND APOLLO Steve Orlando and Fernando Blanco Immediately thinking back to the “Ambiguously Gay Duo” fromSaturday Night Live at one time... Here comes Midnighter and Apollo, but on a much more realistic level for fantasy. Both comic book heroes share a bond both at work, saving the world and a romantic relationship as well. From the gates of Hell to Heaven on Earth, author Steve Orlando and artist Fernando Blanco put the hero in “gay” and these two supermen in the spotlight, for this new comic book adventure in paperback. Available July 25
CHARLES LUDLAM LIVES! Sean Edgecomb If the name of Charles Ludlam isn’t familiar, the actor, playwright and director revolutionized the LGBTQ theatre scene. His openness, creativity and talent in creating The Ridiculous Theatrical Company and his legacy is honored with perceptive recollections from those who knew him best including the remarkable Charles Busch. His integration of gay humor, pathos and attitude in advancing public perception through his art is quite something. Ludlam’s unique perspective of camp, friendship and history is a vivid read for both gay history buffs and LGBTQ theatre lovers. Available July 28.
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RAGE monthly | JULY 2017
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