Author queerguruPosted on Categories queertiques32 years ago, a NYC-based queer film movement was born. Founded in 1988 in direct response to the AIDS crisis, NEWFEST the New York LGBTQ+ Film Festival has been a tentpole of NYC’s queer cultural scene. In the subsequent years, it has expanded into a film and media organization with year-long programs to serve … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterFIAF/ New York’s French Institute Alliance Française is presenting a new festival celebrating the remarkable diversity of emerging voices in French cinema. This special program features recent prize-winning films by new French filmmakers. The new generation of French cinema promises to be more inclusive and reflective of today’s society. It introduces new narratives and … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterQueens County Farm Museum is one of the longest continually farmed sites in New York State dating back to 1697. The historic site consists of a 47-acre tract of farmland that showcases the 300-year history of agriculture as a way of life in New York City. It is not literally farmed by ‘queens’ (as … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterWith all the lockdowns disappearing, the Bears are finally coming out of hibernation. Just in time for one of the most anticipated Pride events of the year. This Sunday, June 27th sees the return of Urban Bear Pride’s Beat Blast in NY. It’s all going to happen at The Brass Monkey, 55 Little West … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterEven in these testing days (!) the American Dance Machine for the 21st Century knows how to be ‘cool”. Literally. Their latest exhilarating video is “Cool” from West Side Story, performed by 10 extraordinary dancers around New York City. Directed by Tony Award nominee Joshua Bergasse, with choreography by Jerome Robbins recreated by Robert La Fosse. This … Continue reading
