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Confessions of a Mormon Boy is Steven Fales’ compelling, humorous and inspiring true story about how he went from being a Mormon boy in Utah to a high-priced call boy in New York City. His provocative tale takes the audience through his excommunication from the Mormon church, marriage, having children, divorce, prostitution and drug abuse, as he struggles to reclaim himself, his children and his “Donny Osmond smile.” The play was written to help end spiritual violence against gays and lesbians in churches, synagogues and mosques.
On Thursday, April 8, the FreeZone nightclub in the Fruit Loop will host a special sign-up event for the upcoming Gay Games VIII. Meet representatives from the games, ask questions and view a short presentation and movie, all beginning at 7 p.m. Discounts will be extended to anyone who signs up to participate in the Gay Games at this event.
Gay Games VIII Sports & Cultural Festival will take place from July 31 to August 7, 2010, in Cologne, Germany. The Games will begin with an exciting Opening Ceremony at RheinEnergie Stadium, the city’s soccer stadium, where participants will be joined by up to 34,000 spectators.
The Las Vegas Prime Timers, a social organization for adult men, male partners, and their admirers, will be holding their third annual Western Regional Gathering May 2-6. Last year’s event at the Imperial Palace Hotel and Casino attracted 100 men from all over the country. The gathering includes both scheduled events and free time. Hotel rooms are available at the Imperial Palace and Harrah’s at discount rates. Attendees do not have to be a member of the Prime Timers. All male men are welcome to register.
A registration/hospitality room will be available for information and socializing throughout the event. Guests are invited to drop in, obtain information on activities, network or enjoy the card and board games available. Special activities and seminars will also be available.
The Imperial Royal Sovereign Court of the Desert Empire distributed nearly $43,000 to the community at its annual divestiture ceremony on Friday, January 30 at Badlands Saloon.
The Monarchs of Reign XI (Emperor XI, Christopher the 1st, and Empress XI, the Darling Ginger Grant) distributed the funds raised throughout their reigning year (2009) at the evening's event. In total, the Court distributed $42,889.48 to the Southern Nevada region and the not-for-profit organizations that work hard to support our community, locally and nationally.
Nevada Ballet Theatre (NBT) will soon present Brave New World, featuring three world premiere works: Song of the Nightingale, a story ballet based on the original Hans Christian Andersen tale, The Nightingale, choreographed by local artist Gail Gilbert; a fascinating new work by Wideman/Davis Dance Company Artistic Director Thaddeus Davis; and Cyclical Night, a tango-inspired piece by Nevada Ballet Theatre’s own Artistic Director James Canfield. This eclectic program will be presented on Saturday, March 27 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, March 28 at 2 p.m. at UNLV’s Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall (4505 S. Maryland Pkwy.). Ticket prices range from $10 to $75 and can be purchased by calling the UNLV Performing Arts Center Box Office at (702) 895-ARTS (2787) or ordering online at www.nevadaballet.com.
He’s taken on Joan Crawford, portraying her as a man hiding her true “talent” from the world. He turned Mrs. Garrett and the sweet girls from the Eastland school into hookers. What’s next? Serial killer Hannibal Lecter, of course.
From the same writer who brought you Mommie Queerest and The Facts of Life: The Lost Episode comes the creepiest comedy in his repertoire.
N9NE Group launches a new and unique party known as Down, inviting Las Vegas’ most elite female movers and shakers and, more specifically, those who are a part of, and in support of, the LGBT community. To celebrate the debut of Down on Thursday, March 25, ghostbar will offer an hour-long hosted bar at 10 p.m. Doors open at 9.
Make plans to come and support Esperanza (Hope), a fund-raiser for the Juan Ochoa Fund, on Friday, March 5 at Badlands Saloon. The show, hosted by Empress VIII Michelle Holiday, begins at 9 p.m. The Juan Ochoa Fund was established by the Court in memory of Imperial Crown Prince 5, Juan Ochoa, who passed away in March 2003. The Court created this fund to assist Court members, their families, and any member of the community with funeral expenses. Join the Imperial Royal Sovereign Court for a beer bust, Jell-O shots, raffle prizes and lots of fun entertainment at 9 p.m.
The Nevada Gay Rodeo Association (NGRA) invites the community to NGRA Goes Green—a salute to both St. Patrick’s Day and Earth Day—on March 13. Entertainers are invited to perform in green. Join NGRA that evening at 10 p.m. at Charlie’s Las Vegas for green Jell-O shots, a beer bust and loads of fun.
Another NGRA tradition, the NGRA Board of Directors Show, will be hosted at Badlands Saloon on March 27 beginning at 9 p.m. Each of nine members of the NGRA Board of Directors will either perform or bring an item for auction or raffle.
Though she was born in Detroit, Tina Long represents the epitome of a native Las Vegan. She attended Clark High School, worked on the Strip, and now has made a career in solar energy. It doesn’t get much more Vegas than that. “I couldn’t see myself living anywhere but Vegas,” she says. “I love it here. The heat gets me a little bit, but there is no town like it.”
Though she wants to open a restaurant one day—as she has a background in cooking and baking, specifically—Long is currently immersed in the solar energy industry . It was this focus on renewable energy that landed her a spot introducing Harry Reid and telling her story at President Obama’s Town Hall meeting on February 19 at Green Valley High School. “It was very exciting, I was very honored to do it,” she says. “Just listening to Obama was incredible, seeing him, hearing him say my name and thanking me for doing this, was amazing. Seeing him talk about and answer questions really inspired me.”
The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Las Vegas is conducting their first 2010 HRC 101 event on Sunday, March 21.
Many of us know HRC—with over 750,000 members—is the largest national LGBT civil rights organization. A number of us may know that HRC Las Vegas holds the local annual “Dinner Gala” in August, which is their largest fund raising event for the year. Some of us may know about the HRC Family Event, which immediately follows the AIDS Walk. We also know HRC hands out the cool “equal sign” bumper sticker at many events, including Pride.
For the first time in the AAA Five Diamond resort’s history, Bellagio offers an unrivaled brunch experience, featuring a bevy of gourmet and traditional cuisine, while enjoying sweeping views of its lake and world-renowned fountains. Fountains Brunch at Jasmine now redefines Sunday brunch in Las Vegas.
Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a tempting Tableside Bakery Trio—a selection of miniature pastries, muffins and Danish—along with seasonal berries to tease the appetite as patrons decide which of the many bars and stations they should visit first.
From there, guests may be drawn to the Lakeside Shellfish Bar offering seafood indulgences such as freshly shucked Oysters on the Half Shell with a tasty mignonette sauce; Alaskan Red King Crab deliciously presented with creamy lemon aioli; Scottish Smoked Salmon or Dill- and Vodka-cured Lox, paired with traditional garnishes and mini-bagel chips; and American Caviar served with chive crème fraîche and buckwheat mini-waffles.
The sounds of cracking eggshells and sizzling hot pans may lead patrons to an Organic Egg Station where they can choose from Build-Your-Own Omelets and Eggs Benedict to scrambled or fried. Or perhaps the mouth-watering aroma of Peking-style Duck, Roasted Prime Tenderloin or house-made Sausage from the delectable Carving Station will tempt taste buds first.
“Between our extensive gourmet offerings, personal tableside touches and awe-inspiring fountain views, Jasmine is the spot for Sunday brunch in Las Vegas,” said Bellagio Vice President of Food & Beverage Ana Marie Mormando. “For anyone who appreciates great food in a beautiful setting, this experience is unparalleled on the Las Vegas Strip.” For those who yearn for more choices, additional dining options abound. At the Cold Table, guests can partake in such distinctive dishes as Lemongrass Panna Cotta garnished with crystallized wasabi; Bocconcini and Cherry Tomato Spiedini with lemon basil; and Kobe Beef Roulade prepared with enoki mushrooms and miso-butterscotch dressing. At the Hot Table, savory Mini-Lamb Meatball Brochettes, Dungeness Crab Cakes and Crystal Prawns tantalize. Other choices such as Nigiri and Maki Sushi, Pan-fried Asian Chicken Buns and an Asian Noodle Soup Station satisfy guests’ cravings for authentic Asian fare.
The meal’s sweet end comes in the form of decadent desserts such as Chocolate Fondue, White and Dark Chocolate-dipped Strawberries, miniature French Pastries and an assortment of Truffles, Bon Bons and Tea Cookies.
Priced at $55 per person excluding tax, an unrivaled array of culinary delights combined with the dramatic beauty of Bellagio makes the Fountains Brunch at Jasmine the premier Sunday brunch destination for Las Vegas visitors and locals alike. Service takes place every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Reservations are suggested. To secure seating, call Bellagio Restaurant Reservations at (866) 259-7111 or (702) 693-7223. •
Trump International Hotel Las Vegas is inviting you and your loved one to a romantic respite with the Enchanted Evening Package, available February 1–28, 2010.
From $249 a night, guests will have the opportunity to unwind, take in the captivating views of the Las Vegas skyline, enjoy a bottle of premier champagne served with gourmet chocolates, and receive two monogrammed personalized signature Trump robes.
Additionally, DJT, the signature restaurant at Trump, is offering a four-course tasting menu for $75 per person on Sunday, February 14 in honor of Valentine’s Day.
Couples can also retreat to The Spa at Trump with two exclusive packages available February 1–28. The Luxury Romance Package for two is priced at $279 and includes a 60-minute Couples Classic Trump Massage; two robes from The Spa at Trump; and the Tara “Lovin” Oil to take home. The Healing Hearts Package designed for one is priced at $149 and features one 40-minute massage; a 40-minute facial; 30-minute scalp massage; 40-minute pedicure; and a special take home gift.
Unprecedented for a hotel destination located on the Las Vegas Strip, Trump International Hotel Las Vegas was created with a boutique feel in mind, intentionally designed for the cultivated traveler who enjoys a full-scale experience, but would prefer to avoid a casino environment. Furthermore, guests will feel refreshed inside this completely smoke-free hotel. All suites at Trump boast floor-to-ceiling windows, custom-designed furniture, European kitchens, marble bathrooms with spa tubs and signature sleep systems with luxurious linens.
These special offers are based on availability. To make reservations, please call (866) 939-8786 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to book directly.
Rising over 600 feet above the city, Trump International Hotel Las Vegas offers an unprecedented level of personalized service and pampering, from white-gloved doormen to the signature services of a Trump Attaché. Visit www.trumplasvegashotel.com for additional information. •
The extensive hit songbook of Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons comes to life in Oh What A Night! at the Suncoast Showroom, February 27 and 28.
Oh What A Night!, written and directed by independent Motown producer and creative consultant George Solomon and award-winning producer and director Michael Chapman, is an exciting tribute show that takes audiences on a musical journey through the hits of the famed group that formed in 1960.
Recognizable hits such as “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “My Eyes Adored You,” “Working My Way Back To You,” “Let’s Hang On,” and “Who Loves You,” along with several other top ten hits are a part of this exiting musical review. Frankie Valli’s chart-topping recording “Grease,” the title song from the hit 1978 film, is also a part of the review and is sure to thrill audiences.
Choreographed by Paul Holmquist, Oh What A Night! features four singers who stay true to the classic songs of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, adding their own interpretation to the hits without impersonating the original group. The review has thrilled audiences in theaters, showrooms and cruise ships around the world, including its sold-out engagement at The Suncoast Showroom in January 2009.
Tickets are now available starting from $19.95, plus tax. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and 4 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Box Office at 702.636.7075, or by visiting www.suncoastcasino.com.
The Suncoast Showroom is a 500-seat venue featuring booth and table seating. Coast Casinos is a division of Boyd Gaming Corporation. Headquartered in Las Vegas, Boyd Gaming is a leading diversified owner and operator of 16 gaming entertainment properties located in Nevada, New Jersey, Mississippi, Illinois, Indiana and Louisiana. Additional news and information on Boyd Gaming can be found at www.boydgaming.com. •
Join Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN) on Sunday, April 25 at the World Market Center downtown as the organization hosts its 20th annual AIDS Walk.
As in years past, there will be food, entertainment and everyone’s favorite Grand Marshals, Penn & Teller.
Registration is easy. Go to www.afanlv.org, click on the AIDS Walk logo and follow the steps to register.
Join the fight against HIV/AIDS in our community and help us make a difference by raising funds, raising awareness and walking. As AFAN always says, “together, we make a difference.”
If you are able to display event registration and pledge forms at your business location, please contact Theresa Mayet at (702) 382-2326 or via e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Your business will be included in AFAN’s comprehensive marketing campaign as a pick-up location for participation forms, driving a portion of more than 8,000 walkers and participants into your business. •
On January 15, the Nevada Gay Rodeo Association (NGRA) crowned its newest royalty team members, Mr. NGRA 2010 J.D. Jensen and Miss NGRA 2010 Kimberli Foxx. NGRA welcomes them to the rodeo royalty family!
In February, the Rodeo Runs Red in support of the Sin Sity Sisters Red Ribbon Awareness campaign.
On February 13 at 9 p.m., join NGRA for The Single Hearts Club, because being single can be fun, at Charlie’s Las Vegas. NGRA is hosting a beer bust, entertainment, and Jell-o shots as a Valentine to all of southern Nevada—single or partnered, come out and celebrate St. Valentine’s Day.
On February 27, NGRA is hosting a Red Ribbon Wrap-Up Party, in honor of the Sin Sity Sisters Red Dress Event. The Red Ribbon Country Revue begins at 9 p.m. at Badlands Saloon with entertainment, beer bust and Jell-o shots.
Portions of the proceeds from each event in February will go to the Sin Sity Sisters AIDS Drug Assistance Program. To learn more about these events and NGRA, visit www.ngra.com. •
Performers from Las Vegas’ biggest shows will be getting “naked” this Valentine’s Day to raise money for people with HIV/AIDS. The sexy, steamy, sultry event is the 5th Annual Naked Hearts, presented by Krave Nightclub and staged as a benefit for Las Vegas-based HIV/AIDS charity Golden Rainbow. This year’s bare-as-you-dare event takes place (appropriately enough) on the Strip inside Krave. Doors open at 10:30 p.m.
The event is staged Valentine’s Day night and is a fetish and fantasy-fueled feast for the senses. Dozens of dancers from many of the city’s productions will perform throughout the night, in sexy interpretations of various fetishes. Krave’s own DJ Morningstar and go-go boys will keep the music pumping and the bodies grinding all night long. It’s a night that will leave audiences gasping. And panting. And sweating. In a very good way.
Tickets are available now at www.goldenrainbow.org or by calling (702) 384-2899 for $10. Tickets will also be available at the door on the night of the show, $20 for locals and $30 for visitors. Money raised benefits Golden Rainbow’s mission to provide housing and direct financial assistance to Southern Nevadans with HIV/AIDS and to fund prevention education programs. Event sponsors include Krave, QVegas and VegasAuditions.com.
Established in 1987, Golden Rainbow strives to provide housing and direct financial assistance to the men, women, children and families living with HIV/AIDS in Southern Nevada. Golden Rainbow also supports HIV/AIDS-related education, and is a recognized Nevada non-profit organization. For information, visit www.GoldenRainbow.org. •
The Imperial Royal Sovereign Court of the Desert Empire is holding three fun-filled events during the month of February.
The first competition of the Court’s 2010 Pageant season, the King and Queen of Hearts Pageant, will be at Badlands Saloon (953 E. Sahara Ave., Ste. 22) on Friday, February 5—the doors open at 8 p.m. and the pageant begins at 9 p.m. The Court annually hosts a series of pageants as fund-raisers for its general fund, the proceeds of which are distributed annually. The King and Queen of Hearts Pageant is the first of the series, which also includes the King and Queen of Clubs Pageant; the King and Queen of Diamonds Pageant; the King and Queen of Spades Pageant; the Mr. Big, Bold, & Bear and Miss Big, Bold, & Beautiful Pageant, the Mr. and Miss Firecracker Pageant, and the King Midas and Golden Goddess Pageant.
On Tuesday, February 16, the Imperial Court celebrates Fat Tuesday—otherwise known in the southern climes as Mardi Gras. Come out to Badlands Saloon for King Cake, fun, and entertainment beginning at 8 p.m.
On Saturday, February 20, the Court hosts “The Broken Hearts Revue,” with doors opening at 8 p.m. and the show beginning at 9 p.m. at the Spotlight Lounge (957 E. Sahara Ave.). The show and beer bust is the Court’s monthly fund-raiser at Spotlight. Valentine’s Day will be over, but the Court guys and girls will be celebrating love—lost or won—during the evening’s show.
The Imperial Royal Sovereign Court of the Desert Empire is a 501(c)(3) organization whose primary goal is to raise funds for other not-for-profits in the Southern Nevada area; part of the International Court system, the Court was designed for “camp” fun and fund-raising and to help those in the area in need of assistance. To learn more, visit www.desertempire.org. •
