Fort Lauderdale

“THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS”

The Fort Lauderdale Gay Men’s Chorus is presenting their first fully staged production of a musical – “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” with a twist. All roles, including those traditionally played by women, will be played by men. This show is for mature audiences. The Fort Lauderdale Gay Men’s Chorus production of “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” will be presented on Friday, April 1 and Saturday, April 2, 2011 at 8 p.m. at the Parker Playhouse in Fort Lauderdale. Tickets are $25, $35 and $45, plus $1.50 parking fee and any handling charges that may apply.

Tickets are now available through the Parker Playhouse website www.parkerplayhouse.com, the Broward Center Box Office in person or at (954) 462-0222, from www.TheFTLGMC.org or through chorus members.

AVOID THE RUSH

Don’t stand in line this Sunday morning for the Florida AIDS Walk, early check in has begun. You can check in now. Bring any cash and check donations you’ve collected, and stop by to receive the incentive gifts you’ve earned to date, as well as the credential item you will need to be given access to Huizenga Plaza on the morning of the Walk. If you can’t check in early, you can still check in on the morning of the walk at the city parking garage just north of Huizenga Plaza at the corner of S.E. 1 Avenue and S.E. 2 Street. Early check in locations and times: Thursday, March 17th, 5 to 8 p.m., Starbucks Coffee, downtown Fort Lauderdale, 350 East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Friday, March 18th, 7 to 9 p.m., Sidelines Sports Bar, 2031 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors. Saturday, March 19th, 2 to 4 p.m., The Manor Entertainment Complex, 2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors. Saturday, March 19th, 4 to 7 p.m., Rosie’s Bar and Grill, 2449 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors

CELEBRATE

Don’t miss out on Peter Burke Entertainment’s sixth gay cruise aboard the Bahamas Celebration, a two-night cruise with prices starting at $149 plus tax and tips. Enjoy a full day at the Lucayan Resort. Sailing from the Port of Palm Beach with exclusive gay amenities, group activities, outstanding service and entertainment.

Depart March 18, return March 20. For more information or two book your tickets, call Peter at (954) 649-1107.

Miami

MIAMI BEACH PRIDE

On Saturday, April 16, Miami Beach will be more fabulous than ever! Miami Beach City Mayor Matti Bower, your friends, family and allies celebrate the 3rd annual Miami Beach Gay Pride parade and festival. It’s a celebration of the extraordinary strength, beauty and contributions of South Florida’s LGBT community. An exciting allday event that features a parade, a festival with exciting celebrity presentations and musical performances, and an expo with LGBT-friendly vendors and businesses, refreshments and food. As well as a familyfriendly “playzone”. Miami Beach Gay Pride is an extraordinary celebration that brings out the best in us all. Last year’s pride event brought out over 35,000 people from all walks of life and cities from across Florida — and across the world — making Miami Beach Gay Pride the city’s largest one-day event. This year will be even better!

MEET ME AT THE MOVIES

The Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, a critically acclaimed event, is based in the worldrenowned historic South Beach neighborhood and screens films and videos in locations throughout Miami-Dade county and Ft. Lauderdale. The 13th Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival will run in April and May of 2011.

HOUSE MUSIC CRUISE 2011

The Sistah Sojourn Travel Club Presents the second annual Old School House Music Cruise sailing from Saturday, May 21 to Thursday, May 26 and cruising from Miami, to Jamaica, to Grand Cayman back to Miami. Featured deejays will include: Farely Jackmaster Funk , Gene Hunt , Melvin Gentry, Omar Abdullah and more. If you haven’t already booked your spot, do so today at www.housemusiccruise.com or call (708) 374-7824. Use promo code “JACKIE” for special prices. This will sell out so reserve your spot today. Just $50 holds your spot and you can make three monthly payments prior to the event.

SIZZLE MIAMI

May 26-Jun 29, 2011 in Miami. Partyseekers from around the world convene in sunny Miami, Florida celebrating life, pride and liberty. Originally a one-day occurrence, Sizzle Miami has evolved into a 5- day smorgasbord of captivating daytime events and pulsating nightlife. Although Sizzle participants are mostly comprised of African- Americans and Latinos, all races are welcomed and encouraged to participate.

For more information, visit http://sizzlemiami.com/.

Bay Area

DRAG KING IDOL 2

Come out for the second Drag King Idol 2 which runs every Thursday in March. Grand prize $250 for the finals on March 31st. 11 p.m. to 4 a.m. at Flamingo Resort, 4601 34th St. S in St. Petersburg. Some of the guest performers and judges are: Madisyn Michaels DelaMer, Dani Panic, King Aramis, D.J. Stacey X, Jo Jo, Teddy D, Tariq, Frankie J. Marstone, Michael Keefe, Lasha, Crystal and Natasha. No cover.

A TWISTED FETISH GATHERING…

Sunday Mar 20, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Chelsea Nightclub, 1502 N. Florida Ave. in Tampa. Our fetish “men’s” special opening is from 2 to 3 p.m. and continues ‘til 6 p.m. or later. The bar officially opens at 3 p.m. for all. Get together to socialize, have a cigar or two, experience a demo, Bootblacking service’s and maybe learn about the Brotherhood of community bonding … it’s open to all fetishes, rubber, skin, bear, leather, gear … all who have a soul an heart and a desire to build and bond in real brotherhood. For more information, contact, TBRULESZ@GMAIL.COM.

MISS GAY FL USofA NEWCOMER PAGEANT

The Honey Pot (1507 East 7th Ave., Ybor City) will once again serve as the host venue for the 2011 Miss Gay FL USofA Newcomer Pageant on Sunday, Mar. 27 from 8 to 11 p.m. The evening will honor Alisa Summer (Miss Gay FL USofA Newcomer 2010) and features Amy DeMilo, Jocelyn Summers, Angelica Sanchez and Natasha Braxton. Hosted by Desiree Demornay (Miss Large & Lovely 2010) and Esmé Russell (Miss Heart of Florida Emeritus). VIP and reserved seating is available and additional information is available through Addison Taylor on Facebook. There will also be an after-party at G-Bar immediately following the pageant.

LADY GAGA IN TAMPA

Lady Gaga and special guests, Scissor Sisters will be coming to the St. Pete Times Forum on Saturday, April 16th from 7 to 11 p.m. Lady Gaga has captivated audiences around the globe with her stunning international smash, “The Monster Ball” tour, presented by Virgin Mobile. In 2010 the tour has taken her throughout Europe and North American, where she received rave reviews everywhere she stopped. With the majority of North American dates already sold out, Lady Gaga has announced she will be extending her North American 2011 tour, now including a stop at Tampa’s St. Pete Times Forum.

Central Florida

“EQUUS”

Equus will be presented at The Pointe Performing Arts Center, 9101 International Drive in Orlando. Dr. Martin Dysart, a psychiatrist, is confronted with Alan Strang, a boy who has blinded six horses in a violent fit of passion. This very passion is as foreign to Dysart as the act itself.Admission is restricted to 18 and older due to nudity and adult content. Performances through March 20th. For more information, visit http://fantasylandtheatrical. com/content/view/127/

“EROTICA” ORLANDO’S HOTTEST PARTY

The art of seduction! This is always a giant event with adult video stars everywhere. Meet with the stars starting at 10:30 p.m. and autographs at 1 a.m. Vendors in the courtyard. This is one you don’t want to miss, it’s one of the biggest events of the year, so make your reservations now rooms are limited. Lots and lots of half-naked men everywhere. Don’t forget you can also get a great bite to eat or a gourmet steak at the Rainbow Cafe’. Saturday, Mar 26, from 10 to 2 a.m. at the Parliament House, 410 N Orange Blossom Trail (W Livingston St) in Orlando.

BABES IN BONNETS FUNDRAISER AT PARLIAMENT HOUSE

Monday, Apr 18, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Parliament House, 410 N Orange Blossom Trail in downtown Orlando. This is a citywide event benefiting the Orlando Youth Alliance (OYA), a local charity that provides free of charge, peer-to-peer support groups, education and a positive environment for Orlando’s LGBT youth. Hosted by: Darcel Stevens & Michael Wanzie

MISS HEART OF ORLANDO PAGEANT

This is a preliminary to Miss Heart Of Florida. Monday, Apr. 18, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Mr. Sister’s, 5310 E Colonial Dr. in Orlando.

BACK DOOR BUMBY

Revolution Nightclub (375 S. Bumby Ave (408) in Downtown Orlando) along with GRINDR and MyFlexRadio presents: “Back Door Bumby: Enter Through the Back” every 3rd Thursday of the month. No cover when you show your GRINDR or MyFlexRadio App. No cover ‘til 11pm for those 21+ (18+ welcome) and no cover ‘til 12 midnight with college or theme park ID. Free drinks 11 to 11:30 p.m. Drinks specials throughout the night. Performances by: Shantell D’Marco and Macaviti. D.J. Joanie on the decks in the disco area and V.J. J.B. Burgos in the Hydrate Video Bar.