lgbtq events by scott leonard
QUEENS OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY: THE HISTORY AND CULTURE OF DRAG Here’s the T, henny. Queens of the Coachella Valley: The History
and Culture of Drag will explore drag’s journey to the mainstream through media presentations, captivating stories and exciting performances that will educate, illuminate and entertain. The City of Rancho Mirage Community Cultural Commission will
present this original program online via Zoom on Tuesday, March 16 at 7 p.m. Drag performance and culture has existed for decades in the
United States, and in recent years has made its mark in mainstream popular culture. That history includes a vibrant community of drag performers and fans in the Coachella Valley. Prior to the COVID pandemic, it was possible to find a drag show going on every single night of the week in the desert. Beloved drag queen Bella da Ball, the “Hostess with the Most-est” and a social ambassador, will guide viewers through the history and culture of this fabulous and fantastic world that exists in our own backyard. Named Best Drag Personality by the Desert Sun, Bella da Ball has won numerous awards and accolades and become a fixture within the community. She is also a contributing writer for The Rage Monthly. Whether or not they’ve been to a drag show, viewers can expect
to have a fabulous time learning about this fascinating facet of our local culture. In addition to video clips, photos and a variety of other media, the program will also feature a special performance from local drag queen Marina Mac. This one-of-a-kind interactive program will stream live and conclude with a public Q&A session where viewers can engage with Bella and Marina.
ranchomiragelibrary.org
THE CALIFORNIA SOUND Join Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles (GMCLA) on Saturday,
March 20 as they present their virtual spring concert featuring all-new video performances from the chorus and Music Director & Conductor Ernest H. Harrison. GMCLA celebrates the legendary harmonies that put Califor- nia on the map and on the charts as well as some of California’s most inspired contemporary pop and classical artists. From The Mamas & The Papas’ classic “California Dreamin’” and The Beach Boys hits “Surfing USA” and “God Only Knows” to Aloe Blacc’s “Wake Me Up” and the Billie Eilish chart topper “Bad Guy.” This is going to be a sonic sensation you don’t want to miss. Tickets for The California Sound are available for a suggested small donation.
gmcla.org
LUZ Filmout San Diego will stream writer/director Jon Garcia’s new
film, LUZ from Thursday, March 18 through Sunday, March 21. Ruben and Carlos become cellmates in a minimum security
prison. While Ruben struggles to learn the ropes of daily life and where he falls in the complex hierarchical system in prison, Carlos become a mentor and eventually a lover. The two men develop feelings for one another they can’t easily express. Upon their eventual release from incarceration, there are questions looming as to whether what they had was real or if the feelings they once shared was the need to find human connection in a dark place.
filmoutsandiego.com
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