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Michael R. Jackson to Perform From A STRANGE LOOP at the GLAAD Media Awards
by Michael Major - Apr 27, 2022

Michael R. Jackson will appear in a special performance from his Pulitzer Prize-winning musical “A Strange Loop' during the 33rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards. The awards will also feature Ariana DeBose presenting an honor to Judith Light, Wilson Cruz receiving the Vito Russo Award, a performance from Dove Cameron, and more.

SCHITT'S CREEK, WATCHMEN and More Win Dorian Awards
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 14, 2020

GALECA, the Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics, unveiled the inaugural Dorians TV Toast 2020 on Revry award winners at a virtual, live-streamed event on Sunday.

Hugh Jackman, Regina King, Janelle Monáe to Appear in First LGBTQ Entertainment Critics TV Awards Special
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 8, 2020

Hugh Jackman, Janelle Monáe, Regina King, Pose sensation and fashion trailblazer Billy Porter, groundbreaking trans actress Laverne Cox, Schitt’s Creek star Dan Levy and vaunted political satirist John Oliver are among the slew of actors, comics and performers lending cheer to GALECA.

Ryan Murphy To Be Honored With The Vito Russo Award At The 31st Annual GLAAD Media Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 16, 2020

GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, today announced that it will honor award-winning screenwriter, producer, and director Ryan Murphy with the Vito Russo Award at the 31st Annual GLAAD Media Awards at the Hilton Midtown in New York on Thursday, March 19.

Andy Cohen to Receive Vito Russo Award at the 30th Annual GLAAD Media Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 20, 2019

GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, announced today that it will honor Emmy Award-winning host, producer, and author Andy Cohen with the Vito Russo Award at the 30th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in New York City on May 4, 2019.  The award will be presented by Cohen's longtime friend and LGBTQ ally Sarah Jessica Parker. They join previously announced honoree Madonna, who will become the first woman ever to receive GLAAD's Advocate for Change Award. Cast members from FX's “Pose,” Samantha Bee and CNN journalist Don Lemon will also appear at the New York event.

John C Lukegord's Campfire Tale 'The Haunted Trail (Volume 1)' Now Available on Amazon
by Robert Diamond - Jun 8, 2018

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet for the Point Honors New York!
by Walter McBride - Apr 10, 2018

Celebrities and 400 guests experienced an inspiring evening at The Plaza last night, in support of Point Foundation (Point), the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students of merit. The annual Point Honors New York event raises funds for Point's higher education scholarships, as well as mentoring and leadership programs.

TV: She's On Point! Walk the Red Carpet with Point Foundation Honoree Laura Benanti & More!
by TV - Red Carpets - Apr 10, 2018

Celebrities and 400 guests experienced an inspiring evening at The Plaza last night, in support of Point Foundation (Point), the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students of merit. The annual Point Honors New York event raises funds for Point's higher education scholarships, as well as mentoring and leadership programs.

Ronan Farrow And Laura Benanti Honored At Point Foundation Event
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2018

Celebrities and 400 guests experienced an inspiring evening at The Plaza last night, in support of Point Foundation (Point), the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students of merit. The annual Point Honors New York event raises funds for Point's higher education scholarships, as well as mentoring and leadership programs.

Point Foundation Will Honor Laura Benanti and Ronan Farrow at Annual Gala
by Danielle Gutierrez - Apr 3, 2018

On Monday, April 9th, Point Foundation will hold their annual Point Honors Gala New York to recognize leaders in the LGBTQ community and celebrate Point Scholars and Alumni. The evening will celebrate the accomplishments of LGBTQ students and honor two figures for their continued work within the LGBTQ community: Tony Award-winning actress Laura Benanti and journalist Ronan Farrow.

EMPIRE'S Jussie Smollett To Perform At Point Honors Gala In NY
by Tori Hartshorn - Mar 29, 2018

The Point Foundation announced today that singer and actor and star of FOX's “Empire,” Jussie Smollett, will be the featured performer at the April 9, 2018Point Honors Gala at The Plaza in New York City. The evening will honor journalist Ronan Farrow, with the Point Courage Award, presented to him by fellow journalist, Thomas Roberts. Comedian Tig Notaro, is also slated to be honored. The event benefits Point Foundation scholarships for LGBTQ students. 

Fleur'd Pins Blossoms Their Limited Edition Ella & Renata White Roses To Benefit The #TIMESUP
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2018

WHITE ROSES ! GET YOUR WHITE ROSES ! As the 60 Annual Grammy Awards is just days away, Fleur'd Pins, the sophisticated men's lapel flowers have unveiled their White Leather Limited - Edition Ella & Renata Roses. Parallel with the recent announcement by Voices of Entertainment ; celebrities, entertainers and presenters will wear white roses to The Grammys supporting Hollywood's " Time's Up " initiative against workplace sexual harassment. The white rose has been a timeless symbol of respect, hope, innocence and sympathy and now a symbol of progress that is worn above the heart this Sunday. Handcrafted in New York City,

A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL Brings Heartwarming Nostalgia to Fulton Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2017

The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre presents the holiday classic A Christmas Story, The Musical, now through December 31. Join Ralphie and friends as they bring the heartwarming nostalgia of this Christmas film to life on stage. WE TRIPLE DOG DARE YOU!

Photo Coverage: Go Inside Make Believe on Broadway Gala, Honoring Josh Groban!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 7, 2017

This year's 'Make Believe On Broadway' was held just last night, November 6th, at the Schoenfeld Theatre is hosted by SNL's Cecily Strong. The special event honored Josh Groban with the Sir Ian McKellenAward for his work in philanthropy and activism.

ANASTASIA's Ramin Karimloo to Perform at MAKE BELIEVE ON BROADWAY Gala
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2017

Only Make Believe welcomes Tony Award nominee and current star of Anastasia on Broadway Ramin Karimloo to perform at the Only Make Believe Gala, honoring Josh Groban with the Sir Ian McKellen Award for his work in philanthropy and activism.

Tony Nominee Josh Groban to Be Honored at Make Believe on Broadway Gala
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 10, 2017

This year's event will honor Chief Legal Officer of Apollo Global Management, John Suydam, and award-winning actor, singer and philanthropist, Josh Groban

Betsy Wolfe, Sierra Boggess & More Will Take Part in MAKE BELIEVE ON BROADWAY Gala This Fall
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 28, 2017

Only Make Believe has just announced this year's Annual Gala, Make Believe On Broadway on Monday, November 6th at the Schoenfeld Theatre hosted by SNL's CECILY STRONG.

Defiance Press & Publishing Signs 'Ruby's Prayer' Author to Book Deal
by Robert Diamond - Sep 8, 2017

Photo Flash: Theatre Wichita presents SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2017

Music Theatre Wichita continues its 2017 Season, "Hollywood to Broadway: A Summer Festival of Musical Theatre" with a new rendition of the vibrant 1954 movie musical turned stage show Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, which opened June 28 in the Century II Concert Hall in downtown Wichita, KS. The second of five locally produced Broadway-scale productions, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers is part of the organization's 46th season, which is also the 30th season for producing artistic director Wayne Bryan.

Billy Porter Will Headline, Be Honored at 2017 GLAAD Media Awards
by BWW News Desk - Apr 26, 2017

GLAAD, the world's LGBTQ media advocacy organization, announced today that it will honor Tony and Grammy Award-winning actor and singer Billy Porter with the Vito Russo Award at the 28th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in New York City at the New York Hilton Midtown on May 6, 2017. The GLAAD Media Awards honor media for fair, accurate, and inclusive representations of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community.