Last month, Culture Cruise host Matt Baume looked at the '80s sitcom Cheers' first foray into gay subject matter, and how it tackled homophobia at a … [Read more...] about How Harvey Fierstein Broke the Gay Dry Spell on ‘Cheers’ and Lots of Other Barriers as Well: WATCH
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Michael Urie and Mercedes Ruehl Lead Transcendent Broadway Revival of ‘Torch Song’: REVIEW
Editor's note: Harvey Fierstein's 'Torch Song' opens on Broadway tonight at the Helen Hayes Theatre. Below is our original review of the Second Stage … [Read more...] about Michael Urie and Mercedes Ruehl Lead Transcendent Broadway Revival of ‘Torch Song’: REVIEW
These are Towleroad’s Top 10 Plays and Musicals of 2017
Let’s face it: Few people are going to look back fondly on 2017. But there was respite on New York stages, from big, brassy revivals promising pure … [Read more...] about These are Towleroad’s Top 10 Plays and Musicals of 2017
Transcendent ‘Torch Song’ Starring Michael Urie and Mercedes Ruehl Is Required Gay Viewing: REVIEW
Some stories both define and transcend a generation. When Harvey Fierstein’s Torch Song Trilogy premiered more than 35 years ago, first in scrappy … [Read more...] about Transcendent ‘Torch Song’ Starring Michael Urie and Mercedes Ruehl Is Required Gay Viewing: REVIEW
Harvey Fierstein Imparts Bittersweet Gay History in ‘Gently Down the Stream’ – REVIEW
Before Twitter hashtags and YouTube confessionals, gay men passed down their oral histories face-to-face (or in more...intimate situations). Maybe you … [Read more...] about Harvey Fierstein Imparts Bittersweet Gay History in ‘Gently Down the Stream’ – REVIEW
The New ‘Hairspray Live!’ Trailer is Today’s Perfect Distraction – WATCH
The first promo/teaser for NBC's live musical Hairspray has debuted and it's a perfectly timed (and perfectly timely) distraction from the grim state … [Read more...] about The New ‘Hairspray Live!’ Trailer is Today’s Perfect Distraction – WATCH
‘Just Pee!’ Kinky Boots Goes on a Musical Bathroom Break in Support of the Trans Community: WATCH
Harvey Fierstein and Cyndi Lauper rewrote the lyrics to the Kinky Boots finale number “Just Be,” to show support for the transgender community in the … [Read more...] about ‘Just Pee!’ Kinky Boots Goes on a Musical Bathroom Break in Support of the Trans Community: WATCH
Michael Musto Is Here To Give You an EduGAYtion – WATCH
Drag performer Miss Sherry Vine's web series EduGAYtion is, as you might expect, designed to give you an education on all things gay. The series … [Read more...] about Michael Musto Is Here To Give You an EduGAYtion – WATCH
Tonight In NYC: Cyndi Lauper’s “Home For The Holidays” To Benefit Homeless LGBT Youth
Andy announced it a month ago, but here's a reminder: Tonight at 8 p.m., Cyndi Lauper takes the stage at the Beacon Theatre in NYC with a whole … [Read more...] about Tonight In NYC: Cyndi Lauper’s “Home For The Holidays” To Benefit Homeless LGBT Youth
