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As Christmas closes in, area stages are serving up holiday fare to help get in the mood. Uptown Players closes the year with its new season opener and Lyric Stage does the same. These two shows give some different holiday vibes with one classic story reimagined as totally gay and the other giving some sassy comedy next to its charming musical numbers.

An Uncloseted Media investigation has found that at least six Southern Poverty Law Center-designated anti-LGBTQ hate groups hold what’s known as Economic and Social Council consultative status.

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A new album by a band you love, especially one that takes its time between releases is cause for celebration. For me, that celebration takes on special meaning when it comes to BETTY, an all-female trio I have been following since the mid-1980s, during the band’s early years. Since that time, BETTY has amassed a sizeable following via its connection to “The L Word,” performing on the HBO/CTW series “Encyclopedia,” appearing in an original off-Broadway musical, and playing Pride and women’s music festival events. The newly released “EAT” (hellobetty.com) has everything we’ve come to know and love about BETTY: fabulous harmonies, a splendid cover tune, and songs with messages of empowerment, as well as humor. Alyson Palmer, and sisters Amy Ziff and Elizabeth Ziff generously made time for an interview to discuss the new album and their career. The D.C. natives perform their annual BETTY Holiday Show on Dec. 17 at Union Stage. 

The holidays are an excellent distraction after a difficult election cycle. Instead of churning out endless political memes on social media (really, give it a rest), turn your attention to making memories and exchanging gifts, like these carefully curated selections that’ll lighten the mood, facilitate festiveness, and bring joy to those on your Nice List.

Donald Trump said transgender issues only affect a "very small number of people."Trump was named TIME Magazine's 2024 Person of the Year on Thursday. In his interview with the magazine, he said "the bathroom issue" only pertains to a small amount of people and it's tearing the country apart.

Just Like Us ambassador Rush Mittal explores the power of a haircut in an LGBTQIA+ person’s journey of self-discovery.

AITA (Am I The A**hole) subreddit.The 20-year-old man began by saying he’s been dating his 22-year-old boyfriend, Ryan, for the past year.Subscribe to our newsletter for a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) of LGBTQ+ entertainment and pop culture, served up with a side of eye-candy.His sister, Amanda, is 28 and has a 4-year-old son called Jack.“After a family BBQ last month, Amanda pulled me aside and said ‘Hey just so you know it might be better if you don’t bring Ryan to the next few family gatherings’,” the man said.“I asked her why, and she got all awkward, saying ‘Jack’s been asking questions about you and Ryan, and I don’t think he’s old enough to understand all that yet’. I told her we weren’t exactly putting on a Pride parade in her yard. We were literally just eating hot dogs and chatting with family.

Gearóid Farrelly has been announced among the cast of next year’s Dancing With The Stars Ireland. The gay comedian, podcaster and TV personality will take part in a same-sex pair, with his pro partner yet to be revealed.