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GayCalgary® Magazine

September 2019 Edition
GayCalgary® Magazine is FREE to read in print, and FREE to read digitally.

Featured Articles

VIDEO INTERVIEW - 27 Years of Our Lady Peace
Speaking with Raine Maida
For nearly 3 decades, Canadian band Our Lady Peace has been a staple of the music scene not only at home, but around the world. Lead by Raine Maida with...
TRAVEL – Two cities & a coffee farm in LGBTQ-friendly Colombia
Exploring Cartagena, Medellín, and Fredonia It turns out that Colombia, a country known for its vibrant culture, rich history, and breathtaking landscapes...
INTERVIEW - Molly Adele Brown
Changing the World Through Music and Kindness
LGBT musician Molly Adele Brown is one of the hottest young stars bursting onto the music scene. In the past few months, the talented singer/songwriter...
INTERVIEW - Murder, She Kind of Wrote
Out “SNL” alum Paula Pell puts a goofy queer twist on Jessica Fletcher in “Mapleworth Murders”
Writer-actress Paula Pell knows it’s ridiculous: a dowdy, out-of-touch suburban broad with an accent that is somehow a little British – or Irish, or something...
VIDEO INTERVIEW - Billy Porter: Black, Gay, and Out of F*cks
“Pose” powerhouse on his Black queer experience, upcoming memoir and finally feeling like he’s made it
"Now that I have a massive platform, and now that the people want to listen to the Black sissy, I’m gonna talk," Billy Porter says, fired up...
INTERVIEW - A Bright Light in the Dark
Out musician Rod Thomas centers LGBTQ culture with his disco-laden third album
The name Rod Thomas might not be instantly recognizable, but it’s likely you’ve come across the one he uses on stage. As Bright Light Bright Light, Thomas...
Pride Journey
South Africa
I first visited South Africa six years ago with a group of friends. It was one of the most incredible journeys I had ever been on, and I knew I wanted...
INTERVIEW - You Can Count on Sharon Stone
Screen icon on how “Basic Instinct” influenced her LGBTQ activism, acting with Ellen and what her dad meant to her gay friends
That scene. You know the one: the one in Basic Instinct where Sharon Stone’s legs are open. It’s been talked about and talked about, and talked about some...
VIDEO INTERVIEW - Reba, Still Fancy
Country legend talks 30 years of drag queens doing ‘Fancy,’ gay country stars and ripping off Barbra Streisand
It was 30 years ago when Reba McEntire – music legend, gay icon, the epitome of country glamour – made Bobby Gentry’s "Fancy" her own. A feminist...

Online Articles

THEATRE – “Who’s Under Wear” Stage West’s Newest Farce
Stage West’s latest production continues their history of comedy farce shows with Who’s Under Where?" playing until April 12th. Written in 1992 by...
REVIEW - Dream is Still Alive in new Les Misérables production
For a certain generation of Albertans, the first exposure to a big Broadway spectacle was either Phantom of the Opera or Les Misérables. Both productions...
THEATRE PREVIEW - Your Show Here
Daniel MacIvor’s Final Solo Show Debuts at High Performance Rodeo
Known as "The Daniels," the partnership of Daniel MacIvor and Daniel Brooks created several acclaimed shows like House, Here Lies Henry, The...
INTERVIEW - The Many Layers of Tedy
Canadian Queer Singer on his YouTube past, writing relatable music, and Scandalous new album
On November 25th, Montreal’s Tedy released the album Scandalous. Featuring 9 songs the Queer Haitian-born singer describes the album as a diary. "It's...
REVIEW - Lucha VaVoom Soars Into The High Performance Rodeo
Wrestling and Burlesque at the Winsport Arena
Being a wrestling promoter isn’t easy. Miss Rita D’Albert, the mastermind behind Miss Rita’s Lucha VaVoom is exasperated trying to book a flight last minute...
REVIEW - Juliet Strikes Back!
Shakespeare with a Twist Comes to The High Performance Rodeo
Since 2019 Juliet: A Revenge Comedy has been touring North America. Written by Loose Moose Alumni Ryan Gladstone, who plays Shakespeare, and Pippa Mackie...
REVIEW - Hey Sista, Soul Sista. Gotta See This Show Sista
Moulin Rouge a musical theatre experience
A jukebox musical based on Baz Luhman’s 2001 film; Moulin Rouge is a Tony Award-winning show that has been a top show on Broadway since 2019. The show...
REVIEW: High Praise for Sister Act at Stage West
In 1992 Sister Act, starring Whoopi Goldberg, Maggie Smith, and Kathy Najimy, stole our hearts, the box office, and was the number one rented film in 1993...
MJ: The Musical a Fitting Tribute to the King of Pop
If you’re like me, you wore out the tape of Michael Jackson’s "Dangerous Tour: Live in Bucharest" concert you recorded off of MuchMusic. At the...
INTERVIEW: Violet vs. Gottmik
Knockout Tour Hits Alberta
It’s a showdown of the Queens this week as Gottmik and Violet Chachki bring their Knockout Tour to Edmonton October 22, Calgary October 23 and Vancouver...
REVIEW - Korn Captivates at Calgary Concert
Despite being one of the most consistently touring bands in the world, it has been along fifteen and a half years since Korn performed in Calgary. Despite...

News Releases

It Gets Better Canada Launches New App in Support of 2SLGBTQI+ Youth
[Wed Oct 1, 2025] CANADA'S ONLY NATIONAL CHARITY FOCUSED ON 2SLGBTQI+ YOUTH RELEASES GLO, A YOUTH FOCUSED APP IN SUPPORT OF COMBATTING ONLINE BULLYING TORONTO, Sept. 29...
Travelling with Pride: A 2SLGBTQI+ Canadian's Guide to Safe Adventures
[Wed Jun 18, 2025] As you pack your bags to join the global Pride celebrations in 2025, be sure to equip yourself with knowledge about the countries you'll visit, so that...
Pair Eyewear Unveils Annual 'Love Wins' Collection To Support GLSEN In Honor Of Pride Month
[Tue Jun 10, 2025] For the fifth year in a row, Pair Eyewear will donate a portion of profits to GLSEN to advance efforts to promote LGBTQ+ inclusion in K-12 schools Pair...
IKEA Canada renews partnership with Rainbow Railroad to support at-risk LGBTQI+ individuals
[Tue Jun 10, 2025] Rainbow Cake makes a sweet return to IKEA stores across Canada on June 1st and every slice contributes to a good cause IKEA Canada is proud to announce...
New stamp set showcases pivotal moments in Canada's 2SLGBTQIA+ history
[Tue Jun 10, 2025] Stamp issue features four Places of Pride stamps honouring influential sites across the country Today Canada Post announces Places of Pride, recognizing...
NIVEA Canada Celebrates Pride with Fourth Year of pflag Canada Partnership
[Tue Jun 10, 2025] NIVEA Canada is a brand built on the foundation of care. For over a century, NIVEA has been dedicated to helping people feel comfortable and confident...
NSFW - Jordan Firstman Releases First Single Off His Debut Album, “I Wanna See My Friends Dicks”
[Fri Mar 14, 2025] Firstman’s debut LP Secrets Coming April 11 Building on his Beloved Social Media Series Today, Comedian, Actor, Singer and Writer Jordan Firstman released...