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Rebel song: A history of gay men's choruses

Born out of activism decades ago, gay men's choruses have continued to be a force for change in the queer community.

How Fire 'Shut Up in My Bones' Made a Black Queer Opera Fan Feel Seen

Does the Met's recent production of the opera based on Charles M. Blow's memoir portend a more inclusive era for opera?

Countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo on Akhnaten's Authentic Queerness

The renowned vocalist chats with The Advocate about bringing his authentic self to the ancient queer ruler he portrays in the Met's latest production. 

Tough guys do dance

When American Ballet Theatre's powerful Brazilian star, Marcelo Gomes, takes on the role of Romeo, audiences learn why it's hot to be out

Met Opera Suspends Conductor After Three Men Accuse Him of Sexual Abuse

The prestigious opera house has canceled James Levine's upcoming engagements in light of the allegations.

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Superstar Tenor Russell Thomas on Being a Black Queer Man in Opera

Thomas, who's currently artist in residence at the Los Angeles Opera, also discusses what he calls the best decision of his life: becoming a father.

Opera and beyond

Advocate.com's itinerant opera critic recounts recent encounters with diva Susan Graham, legend Kitty Carlisle Hart, and Los Angeles Opera productions of Strauss and Verdi.

Why Every City Needs an LGBT Job Fair

Finding and keeping work remains perilous for many LGBT people. But an event in one of the nation's biggest cities is helping queer folks find employment and climb the ladder.

Fresh off taking control of D.C. police, Trump announces he’ll host CBS's Kennedy Center Honors TV broadcast

He also said he chose “98 percent” of this year’s honorees.

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In 'Eurydice,' a Black Gay Man's Voice Moves the Gods and Opera World

John Holiday discusses breaking new ground in the classical world at the L.A. Opera.

Rebuilding our city

The gay and lesbian survivors of Hurricane Katrina are vowing to return to New Orleans and make it more fabulous than ever

He Said, She Said: This Week On I Am Cait

In the first installment of The Advocate's new weekly series, our news editor and a trans man look at I Am Cait from their own, unique transgender perspectives.

20 Famous LGBTQ+ people who changed the world

Remember our rich history — it goes way back.

Rebuilding Our City — the LGBT Heroes of Katrina

In our 2005 cover story, The Advocate followed survivors of Hurricane Katrina fighting to keep the legendary gay mecca of New Orleans alive. Read the inspiring stories of resilience below.

This Year’s Transgender and Gender-Nonconforming Who’s Who

The 2015 Trans100 list includes activists, journalists, academics, and sex workers.

Why You'll Never Regret Going to Pride in Milan

Celebrating LGBTQ Pride in Italy's fashion capital is like nothing else -- as long as you can drag yourself away from the shopping and museums.

Your Guide to Season 1 of I Am Cait

With a second season now on order, here's a complete collection of our He Said, She Said reviews of I Am Cait and links to online episodes.

Remembering the Worst Mass Killing of LGBT People in U.S. History

Forty years ago, dozens of people were trapped inside a New Orleans gay bar as it burned down. Now a new book, two films, an art installation, and a musical revisit the tragedy.

Meet the Inspiring 2014 Point Foundation Scholars

Get to know the 2014 class of Point Scholars -- you'll be seeing a lot of them as they start changing the world for the better.

All 71 Men Accused of Sexual Harassment After Weinstein

Since Harvey Weinstein was exposed as a serial predator, there have been allegations of terrifying behavior by dozens of men.

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