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Donna McKechnie: Broadway legend sings Sondheim at Feinstein's

Donna McKechnie: Broadway legend sings Sondheim at Feinstein's

  • CABARET
  • by Jim Gladstone
  • Jan 17, 2023

Donna McKechnie, best known for originating, and winning a Tony for, the role of Cassie in "A Chorus Line," will honor her late colleague in her solo show, "Take Me To The World: the Songs of Stephen Sondheim," at Feinstein's at the Nikko on Jan. 19 & 20.

Marshall Forte at Lyon & Swan: two sensational debuts

Marshall Forte at Lyon & Swan: two sensational debuts

  • CABARET
  • by Jim Gladstone
  • Jan 17, 2023

Marshall Forte, a lightning bolt of charisma and musicality who, debuted as Lola in Ray of Light Theatre's production of "Kinky Boots," is now setting off sparks with his own cabaret act, "Hello My Name Is Marshall" at the new supper club Lyon & Swan.

Crossing genres: new country & jazz recordings, and local gigs

Crossing genres: new country & jazz recordings, and local gigs

While it's true that country and jazz have come a long way in recent years, the number of successful and popular out artists in those genres pales in comparison to others. Here are a few notable acts, some who'll soon perform in the Bay Area.

Going Out, Jan. 12-20, 2023

Going Out, Jan. 12-20, 2023

Wintry wonders in arts and nightlife events await your presence. As an alternative, we still have plenty of dry at-home entertainments.

Jason Gotay goes cabaret: 'Gossip Girl' and 'Spider-Man' star gets musically vulnerable

Jason Gotay goes cabaret: 'Gossip Girl' and 'Spider-Man' star gets musically vulnerable

Broadway and TV actor-singer Jason Gotay makes his San Francisco debut at Feinstein's at the Nikko this weekend on January 13 and 14. His new concert shares some intimate moments from his life.

Going Out, Jan. 5-13, 2023

Going Out, Jan. 5-13, 2023

If you're bravely enduring our rain-soaked weather to attend arts and nightlife events, jolly good on you. Still indooring it? We've got a bounty of LGBTQ-themed films and TV series in our weekly listings.

Commentary: Make drag queens illegal? It's happened before

Commentary: Make drag queens illegal? It's happened before

  • DRAG
  • by Michael Yamashita | NewsIsOut.com
  • Jan 5, 2023

Today drag queen storybook readings for children have been opportunistically subverted by the far right using an old and recurring slur that it is a ruse used by pedophiles to "groom" children for abuse.

Hello, Paper Dolly! - Ennio Marchetto at Club Fugazi

Hello, Paper Dolly! - Ennio Marchetto at Club Fugazi

  • CABARET
  • by Jim Gladstone
  • Jan 3, 2023

For more than 30 years he's transformed huge sheets of blank paper into the cleverly drawn, precisely folded costumes that allow him to metamorphosize into more than 60 celebrity and historical characters over the course of his frantic hour-long show.

Because of a song: Holly Near celebrates Oakland's women's music scene with new online archive

Because of a song: Holly Near celebrates Oakland's women's music scene with new online archive

Women's music legend Holly Near called the music made by women musicians in the 1970s a lifeline. A new website documents the contributions of hundreds of women artists.

Going Out, Dec. 29, 2022—Jan. 6, 2023

Going Out, Dec. 29, 2022—Jan. 6, 2023

Whether you're looking for the wildest New Year's Eve party in town, or a fun flick to stream as you cozy up under a Slanket, we've got you covered in our weekly online arts and nightlife event listings.

Going Out, Dec. 22-31, 2022

Going Out, Dec. 22-31, 2022

While theaters, museums and most concert halls will take a few days off over the holiday weekend, for those staying in town, most bars and nightclubs will offer some friendly entertainments, hopefully with a sprig of mistletoe hanging over your cocktails.

Singer-songwriter Jim Andralis 'Can't Stop Trying'

Singer-songwriter Jim Andralis 'Can't Stop Trying'

From his debut album "Your Dying Wish Come True" to his just released new full-length "I Can't Stop Trying," Jim Andralis' music features emotive vocals and his effortless gift for a turn of a phrase.

'Cumming Home for Christmas' - Cade Maddox in Falcon Studios' holiday hump-fest

'Cumming Home for Christmas' - Cade Maddox in Falcon Studios' holiday hump-fest

  • SEXUALITY
  • by David-Elijah Nahmod
  • Dec 20, 2022

Cable networks like Hallmark and Lifetime abound with holiday movies designed for the whole family to enjoy. It's an annual tradition. Now, legendary gay adult studio Falcon is tossing its hat into the ring with an X-rated Xmas feature.

The gift of music: classics reissued

The gift of music: classics reissued

With the winter holiday season rapidly wrapping up, you may be considering a last-minute yet appreciated gift. Music is always a popular and appreciated present, including some recent exciting reissues.