Summary
The Pittsburgh Pride Magazine from 2018 focuses on the annual Pittsburgh Pride event and includes articles, features on musical guests, and messages from local officials.
Key Highlights:
- Theme: “This Is Me” is the overarching theme for Pittsburgh Pride 2018, emphasizing individuality and bravery in the face of challenges.
- Featured Artists:
- Troye Sivan: An openly gay pop star, his article discusses his journey, public coming out, and the importance of LGBT portrayals in his music videos, including his hit song “YOUTH.” He was scheduled to perform on Friday, June 8.
- Kim Petras: A German-born transgender pop singer, her feature highlights her transition story, her unapologetically pop music style, and her role model status in the trans community. She was also scheduled to perform on Friday, June 8, on the Pennsylvania Lottery Stage.
- Messages from Officials:
- Governor Tom Wolf (Pennsylvania): Welcomes attendees and praises the Delta Foundation for advocating for LGBTQ acceptance and non-discrimination.
- County Executive Rich Fitzgerald (Allegheny County): Highlights the county’s support for the LGBTQ community, Tyler Titus’s historic election, and ongoing advocacy for non-discrimination laws. The Allegheny County Courthouse was to be lit in rainbow colors.
- Mayor William Peduto (City of Pittsburgh): Expresses gratitude for the LGBTQIA+ community’s contributions and the city’s 100% score on the Municipal Equality Index.
- Articles and Features:
- “Clearing A Path to Heartfulness” by Rev. Robin Landerman Zucker: Explores emotional openness, vulnerability, and the concept of “heartfulness” through a story of a Holocaust survivor and a discussion of chakras.
- “I’m out. Now what?” by Nathan Grijalva: Discusses the lasting emotional impact of being in the closet and the need for support and mental health services within the LGBT community beyond the initial coming out.
- “How Yoga Changed My Life” by Andy Fang: Shares a personal story of how yoga helped the author lose weight, gain confidence, and find his authentic self, offering various yoga styles and local studio recommendations.
- “The Rent” by Brian Broome: A poignant memoir recounting his first, muddy Pittsburgh Gay Pride parade in 1992, contrasting it with the celebratory 2017 event, and reflecting on the evolution of the gay rights movement and corporate “tolerance.”
- “What’s the deal with poly, anyway?” by Douglas McIntyre: Discusses polyamory as a relationship philosophy, emphasizing open communication, honesty, and the idea that no one person can be “everything” to another.
- “Hot Metal Hardware Knows No Gender, Breaks Gender Roles” by Samone Riddle: Features Pittsburgh’s premiere gender performance troupe, celebrating its inclusive space for kings, queens, burlesque, and genderqueer performers.
- “Happily Ever After” (Ever After Consignments): Profiles Loni and Anastasia Alexander, owners of two consignment shops specializing in refurbished antique and vintage decor, and offering DIY workshops.
- Historical Context: An article on Harvey Milk commemorates the 40th anniversary of his swearing-in and death in 1978, highlighting his “Hope Speech” and his legacy as an LGBT icon and martyr.
- Sponsors and Supporters: Various organizations and companies are acknowledged for their support, including EQT, UPMC, Jack Daniel’s, Highmark, 84 Lumber, CCAC, Nissan, Mylan, PNC Bank, Giant Eagle, Sprint, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, FedEx, Google, Lyft, Pennsylvania Lottery, Chevron, and PITT OHIO.
- Events and Activities: Information is provided for WorldPride 2019 in NYC, the Annual Pride Beach Party at 941 Saloon/Tilden, and a Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Broadway Divas concert.