Dancers from the Dance

The AIDS epidemic nearly wiped out an entire generation of creative lights - writers, artists, musicians, actors and intellectuals - but it hit the dance community especially hard.

by Sura Wood | Apr 10, 2016

Transforming the Mundane

John Waters, best known for creating trashy and outrageous films, is the curator of "Home Improvements," the inaugural exhibit at FraenkelLAB, a gallery opening next week in Hayes Valley.

by Sari Staver | Apr 10, 2016

Out There :: Besties in Arts & Culture

Eagle-eyed readers who have been following Besties coverage in Arts & Culture over the years will have noticed that many of the winners in various categories have been previous awardees as well.

by Roberto Friedman | Apr 9, 2016

Bestie Bars & Clubs

Readers voted on their favorite bars and nightclubs, with consistent results, proving that venues that welcome their patrons keep them happy.

by Michael Flanagan | Apr 9, 2016

Bartenders, Performers and Extra Talented People

Beyond the bars and the booze, it's the people who make our nightlife scene vibrant, funny, sexy and sometimes, a little bit shocking. Here are our favorite folks who make things fun.

by Jim Provenzano | Apr 10, 2016

Besties Reveal What B.A.R. Readers Like

When we started the Besties survey five years ago, the Bay Area Reporter had turned 40 and we thought it would be a great way to hear from readers about what they liked in the LGBT community and beyond.

by Compiled by Cynthia Laird | Apr 10, 2016

B.A.R. Marks 45 Years, Looks Ahead

Forty-five years ago this month, the Bay Area Reporter started when Bob Ross - chef, Tavern Guild president, and B.A.R. culture insider - launched the paper with business partner Paul Bentley.

by Seth Hemmelgarn | Apr 9, 2016

Gay TV Series Will Film in SF Soon

San Francisco will soon see filming of the ABC-TV miniseries "When We Rise," based in part on the memoir of Harvey Milk confidante Cleve Jones.

by Seth Hemmelgarn | Apr 10, 2016

Fun, Friendships Keep Gays Returning to Palm Springs

A man I met at the gay Desert Paradise resort in Palm Springs last month best summarized why so many LGBTs return to the desert city every year and sometimes several times a year.

by Ed Walsh | Apr 9, 2016

On the Tab :: March 31 - April 7

We've got plenty of fun nightlife including events on Friday, April 1; no foolin'!

Mar 31, 2016


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