Posted today, Q Cap's first edition features the up-and-coming career of Christian George. He's straight, but he's a six-foot tall, brown-eyed beefcake that sings songs sounding of sex and circuit. No doubt about it, he's got gay aesthetic for sure.
Enjoy.
As ChicagoPride.com's signature connoisseur of sustenance, Ahn is chewing her way through Illiois. Featuring in-house dining reviews, new restaurant openings, seasonal eating out reccomendations and/or chef interviews, Ahn's column explores and engages The Windy City's finest eateries--determined to discover the tastiest fare out there.
The first course savors Sepia; the first edition of "Local Dish" was posted earlier today. Ahn's stewing over the second helping and it's going to be delicious.
Bon Appetit.
The music was too loud when Lady Vera Parker approached me at Minibar Friday night. Even as she stood next to me, it was hard to hear Lady V, and, completely out of drag in boy form, I didn't recognize him. I was sure he said, "I'm Eddie Vedder," as he introduced himself to me.
So, I did what any good editor is supposed to do. I smiled, nodded and said, "Yes."
"Oh, yes, I know," I said, "How are you, Eddie?"
Of course, I instantly recognized my mis-hearing. "Eddie Vedder" actually equaled "Lady Vera," and I tried to save myself from the faux pas right away. I tried to explain to Lady V that my intentions were to be polite and professional.
But she just smiled, nodded and said, "Yes," before promptly walking away.
This was but one of the many fun and funny moments had at ChicagoPride.com's Jim Verraros Meet 'n Greet party, sponsored by Minibar, this past Friday night.
I'll let ChicagoPride.com Senior Vice President of Community Affairs Bill Pritchard report the rest in his blog. He's much better at anecdotal sharing than I am.
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I love going out in boy form. It's like being born-again!
LOL
Writing and directing the dramatization of "gay-borhood" goings-on in her play, "The Ville," I asked Walendzak how she's come to comprehend and incorporate LGBT lifestyle into her work.
Steadfast face, and in all (feigned) seriousness, she responds, validating her understanding of gay sensibility because, "I've had several gay men want to motorboat my boobs."
She was joking, of course. But in light of the jocular air, I opted to follow through. "Lusciously large rack notwithstanding," I asked, "why do you feel gay men are drawn to you this way?"
"Well," she briefly ponders, "you can say I'm the hottest piece of ass in Chicagoland."
In all fairness, and in the issue of full disclosure, Walendzak's answers came during an interview that involved Bloody Marys and beer. Yet part of me feels that even if she weren't sauced and sassy, her replies would have been exactly the same. Ever ready to share a good time, a poop joke and a hearty laugh, her gregarious and carefree character won't allow for taking herself too seriously—-no matter how serious the situation.
"Life's too short," she says, and she knows this firsthand.
In the pursuit of life, art and entertainment, Walendzak's story is one of strength, valor and good humor. She is one of the most inspiring Bedfellows to date.
Enjoy!
Jason P Freeman
ChicagoPride.com
Editor at Large
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~Bill Pritchard
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ladyveraparker
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I just wanted to drop you a note and say it was great meeting you at Minibar last night. Thanks to you and Bill for sharing your table and hospitality! I appreciate it!
Happy Easter Weekend!
Scott Neasham
Chicago Male Salon
The Scooty & Jojo Show present, "Tran: The Atari Musical," 8 p.m., Thursday-Saturday at The Spot; 4437 N Broadway. $15/person, the three-week run closes Saturday, March 22.
For tickets and information, visit www.scootyjojo.com.
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