Audre Lorde rises again
Plus: Profound new report on climate and the economy, Fou Fou Ha!'s erotic clownery, sanctuary for the Statue of Liberty
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48 HILLS SATIRIST JOEL SCHECHTER'S NEW BOOK IS BURSTING WITH SMART LAUGHS
The rants, jests, and immodest proposals in Rogues Gallery target a collection of felons, ne'er-do-wells, White House demolitionists, and undertaxed billionaires. Collected here for the first time are classic reports on the demolition of the West Wing (not just the East Wing!) of the White House; a special cell to be built on Alcatraz for the President of the United States; and SF as the new billionaire sanctuary. Illustrated by noted graphic artist Sue Coe. To order a copy for $12, contact jschech@sfsu.edu.
25TH ANNIVERSARY FRESH MEAT FEST IS FRESHER THAN EVER
The 25th Anniversary FRESH MEAT FESTIVAL returns June 19–21 at Z Space, SF for an unforgettable weekend of trans, queer, and community performance featuring dance, drag, live music, theater, and more!
Today's headlines:
Screen Grabs: Audre Lorde rises again at Queer Women of Color Film Fest
By Dennis Harvey
Plus: Summer with Monica Vitti, Nicholas Meyer's SF sci-fi, a daring 'Devil Queen,' A Complete Stanley Kubrick, more movies on tap
A profound new report on climate and economy ingored by most major news media
By Tim Redmond
Plus: Exposing SF's affordable housing failures—and the cops and DA can't get all the money when the rest of the justice system is starved. That's The Agenda for June 8-15
Live Shots: Fou Fou Ha!’s erotic clownery reminded us that pleasure is resistance
By Patty Riek and Jon Bauer
With 'The Nectar' at Palace Theater, the longtime sexy burlesque troupe offered a voluptuous answer to oppression.
Should SF offer sanctuary for the Statue of Liberty?
By Joel Schechter
Humor: If Trump wants to bulldoze Lady Liberty, maybe we can make room in the Bay
YERBA BUENA GARDENS FESTIVAL SEASON IS HERE
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival is back with 100+ free outdoor shows in downtown SF. With free music concerts, dance events, circus, kids’ shows, and more, YBG Festival is the place for picnics and summertime vibes.
CELEBRATE LOCAL MUSIC AND CULTURE AT TOTAL ACCORD FEST, JUNE 3-20
Local creative agency Total Accord is dedicated to putting Bay Area artists on the map and helping guide those looking to get to know the local independent music scene better. To celebrate its second year, TAA is throwing Total Accord Fest at a variety of music venues, theaters, and dive bars, all around San Francisco. Featuring live music, drag performances, food + art pop ups, and DJ sets, plus music video and documentary screenings. Join us!
JOIN US AT THE UPROARIOUS SAN FRANCISCO SQUARES: PRIDE EDITION, JUNE 18
Kick off Pride with live game show fundraiser at Great Stra Theaterm bursting with camp, comedy, and queer star power. Hosted by Sister Roma of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, this Pride-powered spin on The Hollywood Squares features legendary Bruce Vilanch in the coveted Center Square—and special guest Marke B.!
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