Events
HRC Her Presents: Va-Va-Vaudeville —Put Your Money Where Your Heart Is!
It’s no surprise to most of you that 2013 is already promising to be an epic year in the march for civil rights. Our very own state of Illinois has a marriage equality bill on the floor, the Supreme Court is hearing not one but two landmark cases centered around LGBTQ discrimination, immigration reform is [...]
An Interview with Sapna Kumar
Sapna Kumar life’s experiences as an immigrant that went from Bombay India to the cultural epicenter that is the state of Indiana serve as an infinite and delicious source of material for this hilarious and sassy lesbian. In her act, she talks about her immigrant parents, their whimsical quips & attempts to understand and raise [...]
St. Baldrick’s, Amy Kelly and a Lot of Hope
Once upon a time there was a boy named Sean – and he had a sister named Amy. The Kelly kids grew up in a big old Irish household in Chicago where they got into some trouble and had a ton of fun. They had an amazing family that centered around the faith and love [...]
A Flood of Hope
WINDY CITY GAY CHORUS AND ARIA (WINDY CITY WOMEN’S CHORUS) PRESENT “A FLOOD OF HOPE,” A HURRICANE SANDY RELIEF CONCERT BENEFITING NEW YORK CITY’S ALI FORNEY CENTER FOR HOMELESS LGBTQ YOUTH As the visibility of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ) people grows in our society, more and more LGBTQ teens are finding the [...]
Top Five Reasons to See a Dance Show this Valentine’s Day
There are so many choices for Valentine’s Day celebrations: candlelight dinners, a movie, a night in with a bottle of wine and a deck of cards…. The possibilities are virtually endless. But maybe you’re craving something new and different this year? My win-win for a romantic night out is to see a dance concert. Chicago [...]
Kelli Simpkins and the New Play Teddy Ferrara at the Goodman Theatre
“Big, heady, beautifully written, and complex” These are the words used by actress Kelli Simpkins during a phone interview with yours truly describing her latest project, Teddy Ferrara. Teddy Ferrara is a play about the queer college experience. A tragedy on campus thrusts the university into the national headlines, but ultimately Teddy Ferrara is about [...]
An Interview with Trans Comic Carey Callahan
I’ve gotta admit, I’m a standup comedy junkie. So much so that I’ve even produced a comedy show (or 2 or 12). It’s one of those talents, like being able to whip up a 4 course meal for 6 out of a few condiments in a busy bachelorette’s fridge, that leaves me in awe and [...]
3rd Annual CMSA Women’s Social Party
The Chicago Metropolitan Sports Association, more commonly known as the CMSA, has provided a league of organized sports for the LGBTQ community. From flag football to dodge ball to badminton, the organization serves thousands of Queer athletes every year. The social part of the organization is known to go beyond the field, with Sunday afternoons [...]
Reflecting on Dr King’s Legacy
My daughter was born on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and this year we’ll be celebrating her sixteenth birthday. To honor the day, my younger daughter, age eleven, will be performing with her choir at a diversity concert in celebration of Dr. King’s legacy. It’s a special day for our family, and as many of [...]
Breast & Ovarian Cancer Facts
Some “you should know” facts about breast and ovarian cancer – share with your loved ones! Learn more about LCCP @Howard Brown! Ovarian Cancer Facts Breast Cancer Facts Breast and Ovarian Cancer: The Facts – A Panel Discussion Getting the facts can save your life, and here’s your opportunity to learn more! On January 14th [...]