Arts & Entertainment
‘Will & Grace’ loves ‘Lucy’


This may be the final season for NBC’s “Will & Grace,” but the show’s writers and cast will be devoting at least one of its precious last episodes to paying tribute to another iconic sitcom.
Entertainment Weekly revealed yesterday that an entire episode of the NBC show will this spring be built around recreations of classic moments from “I Love Lucy.”
In the episode, stars Debra Messing, Sean Hayes and Megan Mullally will each take a turn at playing Lucy Ricardo, in three dream sequences that are “re-imagined versions of iconic scenes from the original series,” while Eric McCormack will portray Ricky in all of them. The sequences will include Grace as Lucy in a tribute to the “Vitameatavegamin” scene, Jack will play her in a scene from the “chocolate factory” episode, and Karen will re-enact the character’s grape-stomping routine. Each of the three actors will take turns rotating as Fred and Ethel in the other sequences.

According to EW, “Will & Grace” writers left the classic show’s original scripts intact for each of the excerpts from the groundbreaking TV series.
Additionally, the news outlet reports that Lucie Arnaz, daughter of “I Love Lucy” creators and stars Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, will appear in a cameo. She will take on the role of the conveyor belt supervisor in the chocolate factory sequence.
In a statement, Arnaz said, “I know my parents would be over the moon to be honored in this way and by such similar talents who bring the same kind of joy to audiences as they did in ‘I Love Lucy.’ I’m thrilled to be invited to the party and will do my best to honor the memory of Elvia Allman’s iconic performance.”
“I Love Lucy” ran for 180 episodes from 1951-57 on CBS.
“Will & Grace” originally ran for 8 seasons on NBC, from 1998-2006, before returning for a rebooted ninth season in 2017. The current season is its tenth and last.
Arts & Entertainment
Must-attend D.C. Pride events for 2023
Don’t miss out on these fun events during D.C. Pride

Pride Month has arrived, bringing along a vibrant array of events to explore throughout the month of June. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to participate in our favorite events over the upcoming weeks!

PRIDE ON THE PIER & FIREWORKS | JUNE 10TH
The Washington Blade, in partnership with LURe DC and The Wharf, is excited to announce the 4th annual Pride on the Pier and Fireworks show during DC Pride weekend on Saturday, June 10, 2023, from 2-9 p.m.
The event will include the annual Pride on the Pier Fireworks Show presented by the Leonard-Litz Foundation at 9 p.m.
3PM: Drag Show
4PM: Capital Pride Parade Viewing on the Big Screen
9PM: Fireworks Show presented by the Leonard-Litz Foundation
PRIDE PILS LAUNCH PARTY | JUNE 1ST
Once again we’re celebrating Pride in DC with the release of Pride Pils!
The 2023 design has been created and donated by the talented Chord Bezerra of District CO/OP.
Attendance is “FREE” but please RSVP via this Eventbrite or donating at the event to further support our non-profit partners SMYAL and The Blade Foundation. 100% will be donated. As always, DC Brau and Red Bear Brewing Co. will be donating all profit from the sale of this year’s Pride Pils to our non-profit partners.

‘THE GROUND WE STAND ON’ OPENING RECEPTION | JUNE 2ND
Dupont Underground, in partnership with the Washington Blade presents The Ground We Stand On: Past and Present DC LGBTQ Changemakers. DC’s vibrant LGBTQ+ community stands as a testament to the unwavering spirit of countless individuals throughout the years. In recognition of their indomitable courage and resilience, an inspiring exhibition titled “The Ground We Stand On: Past and Present DC LGBTQ Changemakers” will showcase the remarkable journeys of both past and present changemakers who have left an indelible mark on the tapestry of Washington, DC. The exhibit underscores the enduring legacy of these remarkable individuals, serving as an inspiration for present and future generations. By shining a light on their remarkable contributions, this exhibition aims to empower and encourage the continuous evolution of the DC LGBTQ+ community and its influence that transcends boundaries.

DRAG UNDERGROUND | JUNE 2ND
Join Dupont Underground and the Washington Blade every Friday for Drag Underground. Featuring some of the best Drag Queens in DC!
Performers include Destiny B Childs, Elecktra Gee, Jane Saw, and Shi-Queeta Lee

SPIRTS & BEER SHOWCASE | JUNE 3RD
metrobar prides itself on serving locally-produced beer, wine and spirits. As part of this mission, we are hosting a curated tasting event featuring Civic Vodka & Assembly Gin from local, woman-owned and operated distillery, Republic Restoratives. We will also have a selection of beers from DC Brau, including their annual Pride Pils for tasting.

DRAG UNDERGROUND | JUNE 9TH
Join Dupont Underground and the Washington Blade every Friday for Drag Underground. Featuring some of the best Drag Queens in DC!
Performers include Cake Pop, GiGI Paris Couture, Kabuki Bukkake, Delila B. Lee
Arts & Entertainment
Washington Blade, Dupont Underground spotlight D.C. LGBTQ Changemakers with new exhibit
‘The Ground We Stand On’ highlights 25 queer pioneers during Pride month

The Washington Blade and Dupont Underground present “The Ground We Stand On: Past and Present DC LGBTQ Changemakers,” a new exhibit that highlights D.C. LGBTQ pioneers.
The exhibit, featuring 25 changemakers will be on view beginning Friday, June 2, through Sunday, June 25.
The inspiring exhibition will showcase the remarkable journeys of both past and present changemakers who have left an indelible mark on the tapestry of Washington, D.C. The exhibit underscores the enduring legacy of these remarkable individuals, serving as an inspiration for present and future generations.
The exhibition opens on June 2 at 5 p.m., where all the living honorees will be present for the opening reception, followed by Drag Underground starting at 8:30 p.m., featuring some of the best Drag Queens in DC such as Shi-Queeta Lee, Cake Pop, Jane Saw, and Destiny B Childs.
“By shining a light on their remarkable contributions, this exhibition aims to empower and encourage the continuous evolution of the D.C. LGBTQ+ community and its influence that transcends boundaries,” said Stephen Rutgers, director of Sales and Marketing for the Washington Blade.
“We are thrilled to highlight so many living changemakers who will visit us for opening night, and to honor the memories and work of those changemakers who are no longer with us,” said Ana Harvey, Dupont Underground CEO.
For more information about Dupont Underground, visit www.dupontunderground.org.
This year’s exhibition will feature the following changemakers:
Adalphie Johnson
Ba’Naka (Dustin Michael Schaad, posthumous)
David Catania
DJ’s: Ed Bailey, DJ MIM, DJ Sedrick, DJ Suspence, DJ Honey, DJ Rosie, DJ Chord, DJ Jay Jay
Earl Fowlkes
Earline Budd
Frank Kameny (posthumous)
GiGi Holliday
Jose Gutierrez
Jamil Fletcher
Ebone Bell
Lou Chibbaro Jr.
Mary Bowman (posthumous)
June Crenshaw
Lee Levingston Perine
Rayceen Pendarvis
Shiqueeta Lee
Wanda Alston (Posthumous)
Kimberley Bush
Martin Espinoza
Brent Minor
Regie Cabico
Robert York
Tony Nelson
Venus Thrash (Posthumous)


Us Helping Us and DC Black Pride held the annual Pride in the Park at Fort Dupont Park on Monday, May 29.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)















Covering DC Black Pride Festival in the Park for @WashBlade . pic.twitter.com/amw66FZ7gs
— Michael Patrick Key (@MichaelKeyWB) May 29, 2023
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