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PHOTOS: Washington Blade’s 50th Anniversary Gala

‘LGBT newspaper of record’ celebrates milestone

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Mayor Muriel Bowser and Blade Editor Kevin Naff at the Washington Blade's 50th Anniversary Gala on Oct. 18. (Washington Blade photo by Zach Brien)

The Washington Blade celebrated its 50th anniversary at a gala at the Intercontinental Hotel at the Wharf on Friday. Speakers included Mayor Muriel Bowser, philanthropist Ariadne Getty and Rep. David Cicilline (D-R.I.). Entertainment was provided by singer Frenchie Davis. (Washington Blade photos by Zach Brien and Vanessa Pham)

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PHOTOS: Awesome Con

‘Pride Alley’ featured at annual convention

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Awesome Con 2024 (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Awesome Con, an annual convention for science fiction, fantasyĀ and comics enthusiasts, was held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on March 8-10. “Pride Alley” on the expo floor served as a gathering place for LGBTQ fans, artists and representatives of community organizations.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Drag Me to the Disco

Four ‘RuPaul’ contestants join local performers at Howard Theatre event

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Drag Me to the Disco was held at Howard Theatre on Saturday, March 2. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

District Disco presented “Drag Me to the Disco” at Howard Theatre on Saturday. Performers included Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Jaida Essence Hall, Vanessa Vanjie Matteo and Luxx Noir London of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” as well as local drag performers Crimsyn, Cake Pop!, Crystal Edge and Druex Sidora. Music was provided by DJ Camb and DJ Boyyyish.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Pride Reveal

‘Totally Radical’ announced as this year’s theme

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Miss Capital Pride 2024 performs at the Pride Reveal party on Thursday. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The Capital Pride Alliance held its annual Pride Reveal party at Penn Social on Feb. 29. “Totally Radical” was announced as this year’s theme for Pride.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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