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PHOTOS: “Gay: Accept Me If You Love Me”
Spotlight Comunicaciones brings original Peruvian play to Washington
Spotlight Comunicaciones is bringing the original Peruvian play “Gay: Accept Me If You Love Me” to Washington. The play is under the direction of Gino Tassara, winner of the Best Young Director Award in Peru, and features a cast of 22 actors, including Hans Bachman, Ben Horen and “Peruvian Top Model” Edith Tapia. The play will run from July 21-31 at the Goldman Theater in the Jewish Community Center.
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The Miss Gay Western Maryland pageant was held at The Lodge in Boonsboro, Md. on Friday, May 1. Maria R. Posa was crowned the winner with Aura Fixation named first alternate. Both winners are qualified to compete in the 2026 Miss Gay Maryland America pageant.
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The new monthly 90’s Flashback Drag Brunch premiered at Red Bear Brewing Co. on Sunday, April 26. Performers included Logan Stone, Tiffany D. Carter and Charlemagne Chateau.
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The LGBTQ+ Victory Fund National Champagne Brunch was held at Salamander Washington DC on Sunday, April 19. Gov. Andy Beshear (D-Ky.) was presented with the Allyship Award.
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