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Arts & Entertainment

In the Arts & Entertainment section, The Advocate brings readers all the latest news on Hollywood, Broadway, and beyond. From New York to Los Angeles, The Advocate shines a spotlight on the stars of the screen who are lending their voices to support the LGBT community, as well as gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals who are moving the cultural needle. Discover A-list interviews, the best gay movies and reviews of theater, music, books and television. Learn how Arts & Entertainment can shape national dialogue and can work to advance equality.

Trace Lysette on Her 'Monica' Moment and Leading Lady Status

Beautiful and brilliant (and, incidentally, trans), the actress is an early awards contender for her starring role in Monica. But will Hollywood continue to reward her talents?

Wanda Sykes Calls Out Dave Chappelle, Embraces 'Woke' Label

The out comedian also voiced her support for the trans community.

How the Gay Agenda Took Over TV

Matt Baume’s new book explores the fascinating relationship between queer history and the American sitcom.

Sarah Paulson Buys Out Texas Theater's Screenings of Transgender Drama 'Monica'

Sunday screenings of the film were free on a first come, first served basis.

American Idol Alum David Archuleta Unveiled on The Masked Singer Season Finale

The out singer took second place on the show.

‘Drag Race’ Queens Have Some Things to Say About Anti-Drag and Anti-Trans Laws

Florida passed anti-drag and anti-trans legislation on Wednesday, and many other states have either already passed laws or are attempting to.

Poppy Liu on Their Curious Character in the Very Queer 'Dead Ringers'

Liu espouses on their character’s superpower as an assistant to Rachel Weisz’s brilliant twin obstetricians and what makes the show so deeply gay.

Netflix's Queer Film 'Nimona' Gets Release Date, Fiery New Teaser

Mark your calendars — the film comes to Netflix on June 30.

69 Photos Celebrating the Star-Studded GLAAD Media Awards in NYC

Karine Jean-Pierre, Joel Kim Booster, Zooey Zephyr, Harvey Guillén, Mauree Turner, and more graced the stage last weekend for the ceremony honoring LGBTQ+ media representation.

Pedro Almodóvar Talks Making Gay Film History with ‘Strange Way Of Life’

“I think it’s the first time in the history of westerns where you see two men making the bed," the director said during a Q&A.

Florida Teacher Investigated for Showing LGBTQ+ Disney Movie in Class

She says a right-wing school board member reported her to the education department because a character in the film is gay.

L.A. Pride Organizers Announce Trio of Grand Marshals for Its 2023 Parade

The parade will be held on June 11.

Dolly Parton Announces 'Rockstar' Tracklist and It's Everything We Want and More

The album will feature guest performances by Sting, Miley Cyrus, and Paul McCartney, to name a few.

41 Photos of Drag Isn’t Dangerous Fundraiser That Raised the Big Bucks for LGBTQ+ Rights

Organizers say the event, which continues to bring in money, raised more than $560,000.

Neil Patrick Harris and David Burka Serve Up New Series 'Drag Me to Dinner'

These drag queens aren't here to make friends; they're here to make dinner.

Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsey Win Big for 'The Last of Us' at MTV Movie & TV Awards

Three awards went to HBO's The Last of Us series.

16 LGBTQ+ TV Shows and Movies to Watch in May

It's gonna, gonna, gonna...It's gonna be/is May.

Drag Race’s Jinkx Monsoon, Jaida Essence Hall Blast Anti-Trans Legislation at MTV Awards

The two all-stars stood up for drag performers and trans rights in their virtual acceptance speech.