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hairaugtease.jpgReview of "Hair"
A magical and long-awaited revival of the groundbreaking and very bisexual musical Hair gives queer audiences something to sing about.
beijolymimg_tease.jpgA Gay Viewer's Guide to the Beijing Olympics
Which athletes are out? Which sports have the most eye-candy? What should you watch? All that and more!

Recent Articles

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Gay-Baiting '08
In 2004 gay wedge issues may well have decided the Presidential race. Will the anti-gay tactic work again?
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Review of Damn Yankees
Cheyenne Jackson shines in this imperfect but enjoyable revival.
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Gay Outrage! From "30 Days" to Mayonnaise
When should the community react to real and perceived slights?
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Review of Off-Broadway's "BASH'd"
We review the gay rap opera written and starring Nathan Cuckow and Chris Craddock
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Broadway Bares 18: Wonderland
Broadway's best performers bare (almost) all for charity.
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The Gay Geek (June 19, 2008)
A video game set in the Stonewall Riots sparks controversy and more!
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The 2008 Tony Awards: Not Very Gay
While gay men were mostly shut-out, this year's Tony Awards still had much to offer.
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The Gay Geek (June 12, 2008)
Gay inclusive publisher Tokyopop's financial woes, the worst superheroes on TV and more!
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"High School Musical" Character Outed in Disney Stage Production
The “coded gay” character of Ryan is outed in the very queer touring stage production.
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The Gay Geek (June 4, 2008)
"The Prism Guide to Comics" arrives in stores, a zombie musical and more!
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The Gay Geek (May 28, 2008)
Prospect of a "Runaways" movie increases hopes for gay characters in superhero comics.
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The Gay Geek (May 21, 2008)
What's geeky on TV in the fall, the Batwoman comic is finally set to go forward, and more!
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The Cartoon Closet
Why are there (still) so few gays on the comics page?
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The Gay Geek (May 13, 2008)
Queer characters in GTA IV, gay fave Matt Keeslar's new comic book TV series, and more!
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An Interview with "Step It Up & Dance"’s Jerry Mitchell
We talk with the famed Broadway choreographer talks about his new Bravo gig.
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Review of "Gypsy"
Review of the Broadway revival starring Patti Lupone.
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Review of "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof"
Terrence Howard gives a deeply moving performance in the broadway revival.
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"Broadway Backwards" gets pretty gay
Neil Patrick Harris, David Burtka, Cheyenne Jackson sing for a charity benefit.
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Anatomy of a Headline: MRSA and Gay Men
We look at the mainstream press' deplorable coverage of an important health issue.
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Chemistry.com Continues Its Gay-Inclusive Marketing Strategy in a New Campaign
The dating site's gay-friendly ads are a mainstream hit.
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“Yowie!”: The Stateside appeal of boy-meets-boy YAOI comics
Japanese “Boys’ Love” comics gain popularity in the States.
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The Year in Gay Theater
The best, brightest, most noteworthy shows and performances on and off Broadway
Review of "The Ritz"
The Roundabout Theatre Company revives Terrence McNally's gay bathhouse comedy.
Review of Ian McKellen’s "King Lear"
The acclaimed gay actor triumphs in one of the greatest roles of his career.
Interview with Judge David Young
He's happy to be the “gay” judge, but he's so much more.
Who Are the Gay Internet Stars of Tomorrow?
The Internet has become a way for gay men of all walks to have their voices heard, and we speak to a few who are poised for breakout.
Interview with Dan Williams of Who Wants to Be a Superhero?
Dan Williams is "Who Wants To Be A Superhero"'s gay contestant
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Review of "Xanadu" on Broadway
The new musical is fabulously gay beyond belief.

Comedy

Midnighter: DC's Gay Superhero Could Use Some Rescuing
DC Comics has its first gay title superhero character. And he's got issues.
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Interview With Jonny McGovern
The out actor and musician on being the Gay Pimp.
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Comics

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The Gay Geek (June 12, 2008)
Gay inclusive publisher Tokyopop's financial woes, the worst superheroes on TV and more!
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The Gay Geek (June 4, 2008)
"The Prism Guide to Comics" arrives in stores, a zombie musical and more!
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History

Gay Sex Scenes That Made Movie History
AfterElton.com charts how gay sex made it from the bedroom to the silver screen.
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Internet

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Chemistry.com Continues Its Gay-Inclusive Marketing Strategy in a New Campaign
The dating site's gay-friendly ads are a mainstream hit.
Who Are the Gay Internet Stars of Tomorrow?
The Internet has become a way for gay men of all walks to have their voices heard, and we speak to a few who are poised for breakout.
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Law

Interview with Judge David Young
He's happy to be the “gay” judge, but he's so much more.
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Magazines and Newspapers

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The Cartoon Closet
Why are there (still) so few gays on the comics page?
People Magazine's Extraordinary Agenda: Making Gay People Ordinary
This popular magazine has been gay-inclusive for three decades.
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Media

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Gay Outrage! From "30 Days" to Mayonnaise
When should the community react to real and perceived slights?
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Anatomy of a Headline: MRSA and Gay Men
We look at the mainstream press' deplorable coverage of an important health issue.
more »

Politics

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Gay-Baiting '08
In 2004 gay wedge issues may well have decided the Presidential race. Will the anti-gay tactic work again?
Life as an Openly Gay Journalist: CNN's Thomas Roberts
The CNN news anchor is one of the few openly gay television journalists.
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Sports

Review of "Blades of Glory"
The new Will Ferrell figure-skating movie doesn't offend gay viewers.
"Work Out"'s Odd Couple
AfterElton talks with Jesse Brune and Brian Peeler from Bravo's "Work Out."
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Theater

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Review of Damn Yankees
Cheyenne Jackson shines in this imperfect but enjoyable revival.
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Review of Off-Broadway's "BASH'd"
We review the gay rap opera written and starring Nathan Cuckow and Chris Craddock
more »

Video Games

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The Gay Geek (June 19, 2008)
A video game set in the Stonewall Riots sparks controversy and more!
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The Gay Geek (May 28, 2008)
Prospect of a "Runaways" movie increases hopes for gay characters in superhero comics.
more »

Other

AfterElton.com Pop Culture Quiz - Name That Movie Poster
Test your knowledge of queer film!
Disney's Magic Kingdom Closed to Same-Sex Weddings
Disney isn't the happiest place on earth for gay couples looking to have a wedding ceremony.
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