Ohio’s proposed drag ban is back; Republicans rebrand it the ‘Indecent Exposure Modernization Act’ By Ken Schneck ● Policy/Legislation ● April 30, 2025 Under HB 249, drag performers could face felony charges if a juvenile attends an ‘obscene’ performance.
Trans filmmaker Kimberly Reed receives Cleveland International Film Festival’s DReam Maker award By Ben Jodway ● Culture ● April 4, 2025 The award-winning documentarian was recognized on Transgender Day of Visibility.
‘Something extravagant’: How a rural queer Ohioan beat the odds to become an award-winning nail artist By Ben Jodway ● Rural ● March 31, 2025 Fox Nguyen ran away at 18-years-old and was homeless. Today, he is one of the most sought after nail artists for miles around.
Theater creates an ‘empathy machine’ in a conservative mining town with a nonbinary teen: Cleveland International Film Festival By Ben Jodway ● Culture ● March 26, 2025 The documentary “Creede U.S.A.” explores how people with different political views come together for the survival of their community.
AudioShakespeare … but make it (more) queer: ‘& Juliet’ comes to Ohio with glitter, confetti and heart By Ken Schneck ● Queer Joy ● March 10, 2025 “Honestly, if you’ve ever read ‘Romeo and Juliet,’ just throw that Shakespeare play away and get ready for a ball of a time.”
LGBTQ+ choruses team up for statewide “Heart of Ohio” concert By Ohio LGBTQ+ Events ● Culture ● March 9, 2025 The concert will feature Columbus Gay Men’s Chorus, the North Coast Men’s Chorus, the Dayton Gay Men’s Chorus and the Cincinnati Men’s Chorus.
Curtain will rise on Columbus production of ‘Fat Ham,’ despite grant freeze under Trump’s new directives By H.L. Comeriato ● Culture ● February 27, 2025 The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio expects to lose 10k in funding based on the play’s Black, queer content. They plan to open the show regardless.
AudioCrowd-work, Carlin and … kazoos? Paula Poundstone shares some thoughts about the world right now By Ken Schneck ● Culture ● February 19, 2025 In advance of her upcoming Ohio appearance, the legendary comedian has some things on her mind that she shares with us.
Ohio native Durand Bernarr is ‘En Route’ to the Grammys and even more greatness By Drew Filipski ● Culture ● January 30, 2025 The out artist is ready to make an “Impact” with his new single, album and historic Grammy nomination.
Don’t Let Them Dim Your Sparkle: Ohio’s Damien Serrato inspires as Mx. Trans USA 2024 By NV Gay ● Transgender ● January 24, 2025 ‘Never be afraid of the little voice in your head that’s telling you to be yourself.’