The first actual text on the website says, “Physically Documented Queer Existence,” so I ask why it’s so essential this magazine is physical. “Because at the end of the day,” Zelda says, “when all these phones are exploded and in ...
As I write this, I’m learning that there’s been a shooting at yet another school in the United States. This time in Wisconsin. Reportedly a 15-year-old student shot and killed a teacher and a student and then herself. Other students ...
The clock is ticking closer to midnight and we’re preparing to say goodbye to 2024. Pittsburgh’s queer scene is buzzing with unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebrations! Whether you’re in the mood for dazzling drag performances, nostalgic throwbacks, cozy vibes, or ...
In Pittsburgh’s Polish Hill neighborhood, a modest two-story building near the base of Herron Avenue sits empty, its doors closed since 2022. For decades, the space was home to a series of bars and nightclubs, ultimately known as Donny’s Place, ...
Queers who haven’t watched “Bridgerton” or “Fellow Travelers” are getting what may be their first look at gay actor Jonathan Bailey in “Wicked,” as the man who’s winning the hearts of both Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. Of course, Christmas ...
Anyone familiar with the HIV and AIDS services community — or, for that matter, with professional theater — is also likely familiar with Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA). That’s the New York City–based nonprofit whose lavish, beloved annual events, including ...
When Eurovision Song Contest 2024, the high-camp international singing competition, crowned Nemo as its winner earlier this year, it signified more than a musical triumph — it was a groundbreaking moment for representation. Since then, the nonbinary artist, celebrated for ...
On today’s episode, Allies for Health + Wellbeing’s new Chief Executive Officer, Mary Bockovich, joins us to discuss the 40-year history of Allies. From its beginnings as the Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force (PATF) to its role as a trailblazer in ...
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate on Wednesday cleared a national defense authorization bill celebrated for troop pay raises but condemned by Democrats for targeting transgender children in military families, sending the bill to President Joe Biden’s desk. Senators voted 85-14, with ...
When I was in my 20s, I did not see a future where marriage equality would be legal. I did not think I would ever have legal recognition of my relationship with my wife. When we had a child together ...
Rangoli Pittsburgh is a vibrant local community organization dedicated to creating a sense of belonging for LGBTQ South Asians in the city. Founded in 2018 by Deepshika Sharma and Satvika Neti, the group aims to provide events and social opportunities ...
Originally published by our partners at The 19th After three rounds of fertility treatments, Haley Swenson and her wife, Alieza Durana, had a baby boy in March 2023. Because Swenson carried their baby and was the biological mother, only she ...
Jinkx Monsoon already made her Broadway debut in “Chicago” in 2023, and now they want her back there for a reimagined “Pirates of Penzance.” The “RuPaul’s Drag Race” legend will hit the boards in “Pirates! The Penzance Musical,” alongside “Frazier” ...
I’ve been writing queer content for queer publications for over ten queer years now, and I always figured that would cause some waves. I mean, just the fact that I, a gay dude, exist seems to be enough to get ...
On Friday and Saturday, the Handmade Arcade Holiday Market took place at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. QBurgh was proud to sponsor the event once again. Here are some of our favorite performers, makers, and vendors from this year’s ...
When I was an adolescent, obsessed with the New Kids On The Block and poring over teen magazines, I saw a lot of Kirk Cameron, star of the TV series “Growing Pains.” Curly-haired and baby-faced, he was the king of ...
In the ever-evolving tapestry of Pittsburgh’s queer history, there are certain places that become more than just venues—they become homes. Brewers Hotel and Bar is one of those sacred spaces. After 45 years under the stewardship of Andy Usner and ...
Fortunately, queer representation on the Hallmark Channel is no longer a rare Christmas miracle, and much of that progress can be attributed to Jonathan Bennett. The actor, producer and proud Midwesterner is breaking barriers and challenging norms as a trailblazing ...
Advertisement Those interested in taking part in clinical trials for HIV prevention – including the REV UP clinical trial – can contact Sherri Karas Certo by calling or texting 412-818-4942 or emailing Sjk91@pitt.edu. When PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) became available in ...
Sit down, shut up, and play bingo! Rick Allison has been calling the monthly OUTrageous Bingo for 27 years, which raises money for the Shepherd Wellness Community and the Pittsburgh Equality Center. Rick takes us through the origins of this ...
QBurgh is once again a proud sponsor of the Handmade Arcade Holiday Market. Each year QBurgh has the privilege of donating our booth to a young queer artist or crafter for the event. This year’s QBurgh artist Jess Schweitzer. Jess is a Pittsburgh-based artist ...
Pittsburgh is making waves on the national stage as Lydia B. Kollins, a trailblazing drag performer, becomes the first queen from the Steel City to compete on RuPaul’s Drag Race main series in over 12 years. This announcement marks a ...
Originally published by our partners at The 19th. For the first time, the Supreme Court on Wednesday will consider a state’s authority to ban gender-affirming care for transgender youth and whether such a ban constitutes sex discrimination. Oral arguments for United States v. ...
As we move into 2025 and approach the inauguration of President Trump, the LGBTQIA+ community faces an unprecedented crossroads. Rights we fought tirelessly to achieve are under constant attack, our safety is threatened, and the narratives about our lives are ...
U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-South Carolina) is a fucking ghoul. According to The New Civil Rights Movement, Mace has introduced “a binding resolution to ban transgender women from using women’s restrooms in the House of Representatives, after Sarah McBride, a Democrat ...
As we approach a pivotal moment, with the inauguration of President Donald Trump looming on January 20th, the Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation is stepping up to support Pittsburgh’s LGBTQ+ community. They’re hosting a series of free LGBTQ+ Legal Clinics in ...
It has come to my attention that some Democratic lawmakers and talking heads are blaming Vice President Kamala Harris’s loss on transgender people. Or, more specifically, Democrats being too nice to transgender people. “The Democrats have to stop pandering to ...
Luna Skye was crowned Miss P Town 2025 on Sunday night, facing off against some of Pittsburgh’s fiercest drag queens. Here’s how it all went down: Photos by Ava Grace. ...
Critical county services for the LGBTQIA+ community and the most vulnerable members of society are under threat due to a budget crisis. County property taxes haven’t been raised in over 10 years, while operating expenses have increased, leading to budget deficits ...
The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than by coming together as a community for a day filled with love, gratitude, and delicious food? TransYouniting invites you to the 8th Annual TRANSgiving, an inclusive and ...
Another Party hosted RuPaul’s Drag Race alumni Kelly Mantle (season six) and Nicole Paige Brooks (season two) at P Town Bar on Friday night. Indica’s monthly party also featured Izzy Uncut, Lydia Kollins, Kat De Lac, Joe My Gosh, Belair ...
In a dazzling celebration of talent, beauty, and charisma, Luna Skye was crowned Miss P Town 2025 last night, marking a triumphant moment in Pittsburgh’s vibrant queer community. The annual drag pageant was a fierce competition that showcased the city’s ...
Updated at 10:46 am on November 22, 2024. Club Pittsburgh released the following statement: “The management and team at Club Pittsburgh are deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred early this morning. Our foremost priority has always been to ...
The new Hulu documentary “Fanatical: The Catfishing of Tegan and Sara” makes some horror films look like Disney fare. That’s because something is especially scary when it could happen to you. Or in this case, a lesbian Canadian indie-turned-pop duo ...
Navigating the process of updating ID documents can be daunting, especially for trans individuals who face unique challenges when it comes to ensuring their documents reflect their authentic selves. Fortunately, there are steps you can take today to make this ...
Family members of Pauly Likens and Amariey Lei, alongside LGBTQ+ advocates, will gather at the Pittsburgh City-County Building tomorrow to demand justice and accountability for the tragic murders of these beloved young transgender women. The press conference, timed to coincide ...
AIDS Free Pittsburgh, Allies for Health + Wellbeing, Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation, Pitt Men’s Study, Shepherd Wellness Community, and True T Pgh are thrilled to present World AIDS Day 2024: Remember the Time on Sunday, December 1, from 5:30 to ...
Oh, the holidays are a time of year that conjures up many different feelings in each one of us. Whether you have the holiday joy or absolutely dread this time of year, you are not alone. Many of us ...
Sarah Rosso, Executive Director of Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation, joins us on this episode of the QBurgh podcast to talk about the good work Sarah and the team at Hugh Lane are doing to break down barriers for the LGBTQ+ ...
The holidays are a time for connection, celebration, and care—and this year, the Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation is once again stepping up to ensure that LGBTQ+ and HIV community members across Western Pennsylvania have a joyful and nourishing holiday. The ...
Silas Maxwell Switzer, our archive clerk, provides an update on the QArchives project: Digitizing an archive is far more complex than it might seem. It’s not just about scanning documents and photos; it’s about ensuring every single detail is correct. ...
“Star Trek” legend George Takei does not currently have a new film or television series or play or voice role for a video game or an animated project in the works, and it’s because the 87-year-old actor, who is constantly ...
The Stonewall Alliance, parent organizations of all Stonewall Sports Pittsburgh leages, is seeking nominations for Commissioner positions across five of their leagues. Nominations are currently being accepted now through November 24, 2024 for Bowling, Kickball, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, and Yoga. ...
This story is published in partnership with the Queer News Network, a collaboration among 11 LGBTQ+ newsrooms to cover down-ballot elections across ten states. Read more about us here. Despite running a campaign that the Huffington Post described as “the most racist campaign ...
On Friday, Stay Gold Books in Regent Square hosted a reading, discussion, and remembrance for Intersex Day of Solidarity with author Alicia Roth Weigel and local “intersex, queer, trauma-informed somatic space holder” Lyss Ball. Photos by Ava Grace. ...
Originally published by our partners at The 19th. Sarah McBride won Delaware’s at-large U.S. House seat on Tuesday, Decision Desk HQ projects. She campaigned on expanding Delawareans’ access to health care — an effort on which she has focused her career in the ...
Dakota Riley (Jake Holley, looking like a hot hybrid between Jim Carrey and Tig Notaro) rides his bike to a Grindr hookup but panics when the hookup wants to go faster and further than he planned in Benjamin Howard’s coming-of-age ...
On today’s special episode of the QBurgh Podcast, Jim rejoins the show and we welcome Miracle Jones, Director of Advocacy and Policy for 1Hood. 1hood.org We’re discussing the reaction to the results of the 2024 election and how we as ...
Originally published by our partners at The 19th Voters in three progressive states have voted to codify marriage equality. California, Colorado and Hawaii all had ballot measures to protect the right of people of all genders to marry under state ...
It’s Election Day, and I’m going out tonight. I take the T Downtown, buying an extra pass for the ride home. Then, I take the 91 to Lawrenceville. I promised QBurgh an article and could use the money, so I’ve ...