June is coming in hot
Thursday, May 28 — This edition of Crosswalk is a day late, but I promise it’s worth the wait. We’ve got a link to the June of Georgia Voice featuring our guide to Pride Celebrations across the Peach State and much more. Scroll down for the link.
But first, a few news headlines:
😏 The Democratic Party had a pointed response to creepy White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller after he posted that Texas Senate candidate James Talarico was transgender. Talarico, who is cis and straight but an LGBTQ+ ally, will face off against the anti-trans Texas AG Ken Paxton in November.
🌈 The Stonewall National Monument in New York has officially been declared one of the Most Endangered Historic Places in the U.S. following repeated attacks on the site by the Trump administration..
🇨🇦 Canada is reportedly fast-tracking citizenship for some LGBTQ+ Americans who have become concerned for their safety and healthcare status.
🕯️Politicians and activists pay tribute to trailblazing – and often controversial – U.S. Congressman Barney Frank, who died May 19 at the age of 86. Frank was the first openly gay member of Congress.
Kiss me while the world decays…
Collin
June issue of Georgia Voice out now
☀️ The June issue of Georgia Voice features a guide to Pride celebrations across Georgia, as well as a look at the All Stripes and Pride House collaboration for the FIFA World Cup matches. You’ll also see who is in the June 16 primary runoff election, a first look at a David Bowie-inspired wine bar in Sandy Springs, and more.
➡ Read the entire June issue here.
Amy Sherald: American Sublime
SPONSORED BY THE HIGH MUSEUM
🎨 You’ve seen Amy Sherald’s iconic portrait of Michelle Obama. Now, her largest exhibition to date comes to Atlanta, featuring rarely seen paintings and monumental portraits spanning nearly two decades.
Amy Sherald: American Sublime is now open, bringing one of the leading artists of her generation back to Georgia. Secure your tickets before it’s gone.
Can only make it in the evening? We’ve got you covered. The show stays open after hours every Friday. Grab a drink, snag an exclusive exhibition poster, and explore the galleries at your leisure.
Eight Democrats break with party as House advances ‘Don’t Say Trans’ bill
🏳️⚧️ The U.S. House of Representatives passed a federal “Don’t Say Trans” bill on Wednesday, attempting to force teachers to out transgender students nationwide.
The bill, House Resolution 2616, also called the “Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act,” would require schools to get parental consent before allowing students to use their preferred, rather than originally assigned, gender markers, pronouns, or preferred name on any school form, and to use any sex-based accommodations, including locker rooms or bathrooms.
➡ Read Washington Blade correspondent Joe Reberkenny’s full report.
Landmark Pride Series kicks off with ‘Priscilla’
🍿 Out on Film and Landmark Midtown Art Cinema are hosting the Landmark Pride Series throughout June, kicking off June 2 at 7 p.m. with a screening of the classic “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert” (pictured). Drag star Nicole Paige Brooks will introduce the film.
Other upcoming films in the series include “But I’m A Cheerleader” (June 9), “Hedwig & The Angry Inch” (June 16), “Brokeback Mountain” (June 23), and “Moonlight” (June 30).
➡ Get tickets and details here.
More Film News
💵 Out On Film also announced the recipients of its third annual Filmmaker Fund, a grant supporting the completion of projects by queer filmmakers.
💬 Sammie Purcell spoke with director Eirka James about her film “Saccharine,” which follows a young woman who’s in love with the hot girl at her local gym and is also hiding an eating disorder.
🟦 Jim Farmer spoke with the stars and director of the controversial “Blue Film,” while Sammie has a review of the movie, which she calls a “harrowing provocation.”
Best Bets
🎭 The Atlanta Fringe Festival kicked off last night and continues through June 7 at venues across East Atlanta. Get tickets and see the lineup here.
👨🎤 A David Bowie Drag Brunch is set for May 30 at City Winery Atlanta, featuring Bordeaux, Dottie Com, Aphazia, Davey Swinton, and Annie Agurl.
👑 The Princess Bride Drag Dinner on May 31 at 7 p.m. at Lore will feature a costume contest based on cult-classic films, performances, and themed cocktails.
💃 Kitty Kat Ball, a drag extravaganza featuring “RuPaul’s Drag Race’s” Nini Coco, Darlene Mitchell, Juicy Love Dion, and Myki Meeks, will be at The Masquerade on May 31 starting at 6 p.m.
📽️ Dirty South Film Festival will feature BIPOC, queer, trans, kink, and BDSM films at Tara Theater on May 30, starting at 7:30 p.m.
➡ Find more events and activities in our IG stories @thegeorgiavoice.
