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ANALYSIS By Yasmin Nair King and Rustin were having an affair. King, fearing the kelly cassidy worst, let Rustin go, even though there was no truth among primary The gay civil-rights activist Bayard Rustin was born a behind the threat. In such ways, Rustin’s sexual identity hundred years ago, on March 17, 1912. Considered the would overcast his work. winners key organizer of the historical 1963 March on Washing- In recent years, Rustin has been the subject of exten- pagE 4 ton, Rustin was involved in movements for racial and sive biographical works. Among these is the 2003 book, economic justice till his death in 1987. Yet, he is rela- Lost Prophet: The Life and Times of Bayard Rustin, by tively unknown today and often deliberately stayed in John D’Emilio, a historian at the University of Illinois the background, in large part because public knowledge at Chicago. The 2003 film, Brother Outsider: The Life of about his identity as a gay man added to his vulnerabil- Bayard Rustin, co-directed by Nancy Kates and Bennett ity as an outspoken civil-rights activist. Singer continues to make the rounds, especially this In 1953, Rustin was arrested on a “morals” charge for year. (It is running at the Chicago Cultural Center March sex in a car with two men. The arrest would shadow his 28.) life and activism for years. When he was an adviser to I Must Resist: The Life and Letters of Bayard Rustin— Martin Luther King Jr., the two men planned a demon- a new book and collection of correspondence from stration at the 1960 Los Angeles Democratic National Convention. Harlem Congressman Adam Clayton Powell Turn to page 8 Bayard Rustin (right) with Martin Luther King Jr. got King to cancel the action, threatening to reveal that Photo courtesy of Bennett Singer

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According to the Chicago Sun- Times, Smith, a 2011 appointee, allegedly ac- Cassidy among cepted $7,000 to write a recommendation letter for a day-care center. primary victors Madigan overpowers Piszczor State Rep. Mike Madigan, D-Chicago, easily —Military academy pushed back a challenge from Michele Piszczor, BY ANDREW DAVIS crack addict when they both ran for mayor last holding pride week garnering more than 75 percent of the vote in year), who defeated incumbent Annazette Col- a four-person race. However, Piszczor told Prog- Mitt Romney bolstered his position as the front- lins in the 5th District. —Michele Bachmann ress Illinois she believes the House speaker en- runner of the GOP presidential candidates with a (left) owes $1M gaged in misconduct, saying, “I know he cheat- strong victory over Rick Santorum in the Illinois Cassidy beats Basta ed.” Madigan has been in the Illinois General primary March 20. In the most-watched primary in LGBT Chicago, —Bank of America Assembly since 1970. Romney delivered his victory speech in Scha- 14th District state Rep. Kelly Cassidy defeated exec opposes gay- umburg at a relatively early time: 8 p.m. He challenger Paula Basta 62 percent to 38 percent. marriage ban ended up with 47 percent of the vote, with San- The two have been engaged in tight battle torum trailing at 35 percent. Ron Paul and Newt for the seat that Cassidy was appointed to last Gingrich had 9 and 8 percent, respectively. spring, a race that offered an unprecedented The win may provide Romney the momentum choice between two longtime lesbian advocates he needs to clinch the nomination. and divided LGBT political activists. which largely remained positive in public, Befitting someone who believes he will face See the full story at right. have ripened in recent weeks. Basta’s cam- President Obama in November’s general election, paign had billed her as the “independent” Romney spoke only of the chief executive. At County races candidate, and her supporters have suggested one point, the former Massachusetts governor In her re-election bid for commissioner of the that Cassidy’s support from Democratic insid- said, “We know our future is brighter than these Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, open ers and appointment last year had locked her troubled times. We deserve a president who be- lesbian incumbent Debra Shore won enough into machine politics. Cassidy has rejected lieves in us.” votes to be among the Democrats moving on to that characterization. Santorum left the state March 19 and was the November general election. With 98 percent Basta and Cassidy made the same campaign watching the numbers from an election-night of the city votes counted, Shore was the top stop March 20 at Nicholas Senn High School. party in Gettysburg, Penn., in the state he once Democratic vote getter. Kari K. Steele and Pat- Just a handful of voters stopped in to vote served as a U.S. senator. rick Daley Thompson also advanced to the gen- after 5 p.m., a time when polls typically see WGN-TV reported that the voter turnout was eral election. an influx of voters getting off work. At Senn, the lowest ever for a presidential primary, with Dorothy Brown easily kept her seat as clerk campaign representatives largely outnum- the percentage in the lower 20s. of the circuit court of Cook County a closely bered poll-goers. One campaign worker noted watched race against 22nd Ward Ald. Rick Mu- that in his 12 hours at Senn, he had seen U.S. House and state Senate races noz, pulling in 67 percent of the vote. Munoz fewer than 200 voters. Basta and Cassidy There were several statewide races that gar- had voiced his support for marriage equality in stood across the same sidewalk for several nered attention statewide and even nationally. an interview with Windy City Times, while Brown minutes, each competing for an occasional State Rep. Kelly Cassidy with her children In the 2nd Congressional District, Democrats said she was waiting to see how civil unions handshake. at her victory party. Photo by Kate Sosin Debbie Halvorson and Jesse Jackson Jr. had evolved. Munoz told WGN-TV that the results Carol Ronen, 48th Ward Democratic com- waged an intense war of words. However, Jack- show that Cook County is not yet ready for re- mitteewoman and former state senator, ad- son had little problem in the election, winning form. ELECTIONS ‘12: dressed suggestions that Cassidy was an in- handily. sider election night, stating that regardless Halvorson was challenging Jackson after los- Judicial races Cassidy downs of her appointment last year by Ronen’s party, ing her 11th District seat to Republican Adam Two openly gay men were among the Demo- voters had spoken in favor of Cassidy. Kinzinger in 2010. Jackson had 71 percent of cratic candidates for judge in the 8th Subcircuit, Basta in 14th “Today makes clear … that Kelly is the the vote. He said in his victory speech that this Cole vacancy. John Ehrlich prevailed in a race elected state rep,” Ronen said. win was probably the most meaningful of all his that included another openly gay candidate, District race As for Basta, she said she will continue her elections, and thanked Halvorson for making Brad Trowbridge. By Kate Sosin work as director at the Northeast (Levy) Se- him “a better candidate.” In the Democratic race for the Chiola vacancy nior Center. Asked if she would run for office Iraq War veteran Tammy Duckworth also won in the 8th Subcircuit, Celia Gamrath had 49 per- In the most-watched primary in LGBT Chi- in the future, she said, “That’s always up to rather easily, defeating fellow Democrat Raja cent of the vote, followed by James Shapiro at cago, 14th District state Rep. Kelly Cassidy people—people other than me.” Krishnamoorthi 67 percent to 33 percent. She 33 percent. defeated challenger Paula Basta. will now go on to face Republican Joe Walsh Openly lesbian Judge Mary Trew lost in her The two have been engaged in tight battle Citizen lobbyists in the general election. In a statement, Duck- race for the 9th Subcircuit Epstein vacancy, as for the seat that Cassidy was appointed to worth said, “As we turn our focus to defeating Larry Axelrood won. last spring, a race that offered an unprece- to join EI outreach Joe Walsh, it’s even more important for us to Lesbian judicial candidate Andrea Schleifer dented choice between two longtime lesbian With same-sex marriage, hate crimes and remember what this election is all about. ... It won her Democratic race in the 12th Subcircuit, advocates and divided LGBT political activ- anti-bullying proposals on the table, Equality is a personal commitment to do my part to fulfill Rochford vacancy, with 61 percent of the vote. ists. Illinois is sponsoring a major lobbying initia- the promise of America for the families of the Judicial candidate Deidre Baumann, a member Cassidy pulled in 62 percent of the vote tive in Springfield to alert state lawmakers of 8th District.” of the LGBT community, lost in her bid for the Tuesday, with Basta trailing. With 100 per- the importance the LGBT community places Speaking of Kinzinger, it looked as if he was Stewart vacancy to Patricia Leeming. cent of the votes in the city results, Cassidy on these initiatives, according to a news re- defeating fellow Republican Don Manzullo in a Gay attorney John G. Dalton won his judicial had 5,850 to Basta’s 3,561 (62.16 percent to lease. rare match-up of incumbents. (Because of redis- primary in Kane County for the 16th Dist. 2nd 37.84 percent). In the county vote (which to- More than 200 citizen lobbyists from all tricting, they had to face each other.) Kinzinger Subcircuit seat without challenge. He will face tals just two precincts), Cassidy took in 69 over the state will join the Equality Illinois prevailed, garnering 54 percent of the vote. off against John Walters in the general election. percent of the votes, with Basta taking 31 professional staff and bipartisan advocacy Jan Schakowsky won in a walk over Simon Ri- Mike Forti, a gay Democratic Cook County Ju- percent. There is no candidate on the Repub- team April 25. A full day of meetings and re- beiro, with the 9th Congressional District incum- dicial Circuit candidate for the Simmons Jr. va- lican side in the race. ceptions is planned. bent getting 92 percent of the vote. cancy, lost his race to Jessica O’Brien. Forti had Cassidy stood with her three sons at St. An- Equality Illinois is following many bills in In the 10th Congressional District Democratic 31 percent of the vote to O’Brien’s 48 percent. drew’s Inn in Edgewater. the legislature, Hannig said, but among the primary, businessman Brad Schneider (who has “I am so thankful for everyone here to- biggest issues is the Religious Freedom and been under fire for donating to Republicans) More gay candidates night,” said Cassidy, who thanked a number Marriage Fairness Act, which would create edged 25-year-old candidate Ilya Sheyman 47 A few openly gay candidates sailed to suc- of politicians and friends by name before marriage equality in Illinois. percent to 39 percent. Schneider will now square cess without opposition. Openly gay 13th Dist. sending her sons home to bed. Also on the agenda is Equality Illinois off against Republican Bob Dold. Rep. Greg Harris ran unopposed for his seat. Deb Basta held her campaign party at The Call support for adding gender identity, military “Brad has run a spirited campaign over these Mell, 40th Dist. Rep. and an out lesbian, ran bar in Andersonville. She called the campaign status and immigration status to protected past 12 months, and will need all our help to unopposed in the primary and will face off in experience “wonderful.” classes under the state’s hate-crimes law. defeat Congressman Dold in November,” said the general election against Antoinette “Toni” “I am thrilled that two lesbians got to run Another measure would require all Illinois Sheyman. “I’ll stand strongly behind him to Puccio-Johnson. Elsewhere on the state House against each other, and it was not that that schools to develop new measures against bul- take back the 10th Congressional District for the trail, out gay candidate for the 62nd Dist. Sam was the issue,” she said. Basta sent her con- lying and cyberbullying. Democrats for the first time in 32 years.” Yingling was also unchallenged in the primary gratulations to Cassidy, adding that she sup- Buses will depart from Chicago, Oak Park, An intriguing race in the state Senate arena and will go up against Sandy Cole in the general ported Cassidy 100 percent. Bolingbrook, Carbdonale and Belleville. See involved Democrat Patricia Van Pelt Watkins election. Tensions between the two campaigns, www.tinyurl.com/MarriageEQILobbyday2012. (whom Carol Moseley Braun infamously called a WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 5 not legislators who may be operating on bias Center for Lesbian Rights and Gay and Lesbian and misinformation about the medical needs of Advocates and Defenders. The new BOP policy Wis. anti-transgender a marginalized population. Access to discrimi- allows federal prisoners access to an evaluation nation-free health care is a constant challenge by a doctor and treatment in accordance with for transgender people and people in prison are the internationally accepted Standards of Care statute struck down particularly vulnerable to limited care. Legisla- issued by the World Professional Association tors, politicians and policy makers should not for Transgender Health. Like Fields, this case ANALYSIS By M. Dru Levasseur medical director of the prison who testified in be in the business of making medical decisions. is groundbreaking because it established a new support of our case. We all lose when politicians get to decide what federal standard for transgender prisoners—one There are particular moments in the movement The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District course of treatment our doctors prescribe for us. that states across the country will undoubtedly for transgender equality when we consider it of Wisconsin then struck down the law as un- The Fields v. Smith win is not the only recent look to as guidance in forming their own poli- a great victory when a court refuses to hear a constitutional based on both the Eighth Amend- significant victory for transgender people who cies. case—and today is one of those moments. The ment (cruel and unusual punishment) and on are in the hands of the government for medi- We still have much work in front of us, but U.S. Supreme Court refused to hear an appeal the Equal Protection Clause. Unfortunately, the cal care. Last year, the Federal Bureau of Prisons today’s victory is just one more step along the brought by the State of Wisconsin after Lambda State of Wisconsin didn’t stop there. In 2010, (BOP) changed its policy for treatment of trans- road toward a more equitable future for trans- Legal, the ACLU and the ACLU of Wisconsin suc- they appealed the ruling. In August of last year, gender individuals in federal prisons nationwide gender health care. cessfully challenged a state law that prohibits a unanimous three-judge panel of the U.S. Dis- as part of a settlement in the Adams v. Federal M. Dru Levasseur is a transgender-rights at- medically necessary treatment for transgender trict Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit Bureau of Prisons et al. case filed by National torney with Lambda Legal. people in prison. upheld our victory, stating: “Refusing to provide In 2005, Wisconsin legislators passed a law— offensively coined the “Inmate Sex-Change Pre- vention Act”—that barred prison doctors from Former NOW leader Olga Vives dies providing transgender prisoners medically nec- Olga Vives, a lesbian who was executive vice M. Dru essary transition-related care such as hormone preesident of the National Organization for Levasseur. therapy or sex reassignment surgery while in Women (NOW) during 2005-09, died March 16, Photo from state custody. Even though Wisconsin, to date, 2012. Lambda Legal is the only state to pass such a repugnant law She was also NOW’s action vice president targeting an already marginalized, politically from 2001 to 2005. unpopular group of people, the law is symbolic At 14 she arrived in the United States from of the widespread ignorance of transgender peo- Cuba with her family, and as the only one who ple’s health care. Transition-related care is so spoke English, she marched into agencies ne- often seen as cosmetic, experimental or simply effective treatment for a serious medical con- gotiating on behalf of her relatives. unnecessary, even though the medical commu- dition serves no valid penological purpose and According to an obituary on the NOW web- nity for years has understood these treatments amounts to torture.” site, “In her eight years as a national officer to be effective, medically necessary and often After losing twice, in a last-breath attempt, in NOW, she led the charge against the Iraq even life-saving. Wisconsin once again appealed the ruling, this invasion, demanded fairness for Wal-Mart In 2006, we filed Fields v. Smith, a lawsuit on time to the U.S. Supreme Court. Today, this sev- workers before it became stylish, exposed the behalf of several transgender women in prison en-year battle has finally come to an end after hypocrisy of the Bush White House with The who were experiencing severe physical and psy- the Supreme Court’s rejection of the State of Truth About George campaign, represented the chological harm after the medical treatment Wisconsin’s appeal. women’s movement in demanding that sexual they had been receiving under prison doctors’ Although the Fields v. Smith case does not identity be included in the Hate Crimes legis- care was abruptly cut off due to this new dra- mean that all transgender people in prison lation, held the first meeting of the National conian law. During a four-day trial, our medical now have full access to transition-related Coalition for Immigrant Women’s Rights, and experts testified about the medical necessity of care, it does send a clear message that medi- devised a lobbying strategy to support equal marriage when allied organizations said ‘it’s transition-related care and were joined by the cal care should be left in the hand of doctors, not time yet.’” The obit concludes by saying, “was our jefe Phoenix mayor names “I am honored to have the opportunity to and compadre—our sister, our friend, our boss work for one of the largest cities in our nation, and our conscience, our angel and party girl, teen diversity liaison and I look forward to continue making Phoenix our inspiration and our model, exasperating Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton has added anoth- a safer place for our entire community,” Laieski and exhilarating.” Olga Vives. er staff member to his office: 17-year-old Caleb said. Laieski, according to AZCentral.com. 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 6 March 28, 2012 WINDY CITY TIMES Croix was listed as a board member on a 990, these responses to you. As you know, Gerber/ when he in fact joined the board in late 2010. Hart is an all-volunteer organization and our Gerber/Hart strips But perhaps the most significant question is team has been working diligently on a variety whether such bylaws were adopted legally. of projects, including preparing for our upcom- Ryan Oberly is an attorney at Mosher & Wagen- ing move. To facilitate our ability to respond to member voting rights, maker, LLC, specializing in non-profit law. Oberly your questions in the most accurate manner, we said that “if the bylaws grant the members the had to review our own records and documenta- right to vote on amendments, then the board tion, which took a bit of time to process. We of directors are not authorized to unilaterally appreciate your interest in Gerber/Hart and rec- replies to questions amend the bylaws without the members’ ap- ognize how invaluable the work of both Windy proval.” City Times and Gerber/Hart is to the LGBT com- BY KATE SOSIN Oberly also noted that the Illinois Not For munity. Your professional and responsible cover- Profit Corporation Act further mandates that or- age of our organization will support our ability Gerber/Hart Library has removed the voting ganizations with voting members provide notice to continue to attract supporters, donors and rights of its members in a newly released un- to members of proposed amendments and allow members who will ensure the sustainability of dated version of its bylaws. them to vote. Gerber/Hart for years to come.” In addition, the LGBT library has responded to In other words, it is possible that Gerber/Hart’s Sincerely, Windy City Times (WCT) questions posed in Jan- members would have had to vote on bylaws that Karen Sendziak uary, after the newspaper discovered the LGBT stripped their voting rights, but several mem- WCT: Why is Gerber/Hart moving? library was moving amid questions surrounding bers report that no such vote was announced or Karen Sendziak: The space was no longer ideal its non-profit compliance. took place. for our library as the configuration included WCT had repeatedly asked for information on WCT has asked Sendziak to clarify how and unusable space for our current needs. Most im- current Board President Karen Sendziak’s term why such changes were made without an annual portantly, the Board recognized that the current and whether the organization was in violation of meeting in a list of follow-up questions. Paula economic climate would make it an opportune its bylaws, the last known copy of which dated Cozzi Goedert, who Sendziak has indicated is the time to look at new spaces. back to 2000. library’s non-profit attorney, was not available WCT: When did Gerber/Hart decide to move On March 20, Sendziak released responses and for comment in time for publication. and did the board vote on this decision? indicated that a copy of the bylaws would be Several community members have raised ques- KS: Gerber/Hart decided to move in December. posted on the organization’s website. (They are tions about the library’s new home in addition. The Board voted on this decision. now available at www.gerberhart.org/GH_By- The building, located at 6500 N. Clark St., ap- WCT: Is the library purchasing property or laws.pdf.) pears vacant and unfinished. Through its large renting? Both documents together show an organiza- windows, one can see a vast empty interior, KS: Gerber/Hart will be renting the property. tion that has become far less accessible to mem- without finished walls. On the first floor, some WCT: What are the anticipated costs of the bers (which Sendziak said totals at 60), with di- pipes remain exposed as does the concrete floor. move? rectors making all decisions. Karen Sendziak. Photo by Ross Forman Loose wires hang from the ceiling. A McDonald’s KS: Gerber/Hart is currently in the process of Most significantly, members are no longer eli- cup sits on the same post it did three weeks obtaining estimates from various moving com- gible to vote. prior. panies. compliant up to 10 years. “No member of any class shall have the right Outside, a sign states the building is for lease WCT: How many dues-paying members does The new document places most of the organi- to vote” for board members or any other matter, or purchase. A curb at the adjoining parking en- Gerber/Hart have? Are these all voting mem- zation’s operations and decisions in the hands the bylaws now read. The new bylaws do not trance has yet to be leveled to allow cars to bers? of the board of directors and its president. The state that members can request meetings, which drive into it the lot. KS: Currently, Gerber/Hart has 60 dues-paying board is now charged with interpreting the by- they could previously do by a one-third majority. The City of Chicago website shows a list of members. None are voting members. laws, controlling funds, electing and appointing Now, meetings are to be called by the board or building permits on the property that date back WCT: How long has the current president new board members, voting on all major deci- board president. The location of meetings will to 1985. The most recent of those permits was served in that capacity? sions, forming committees, entering into con- also be chosen by the president or board, and issued in December 2006. KS: Eight years and two months. tracts, holding meetings, keeping books, apply- the purpose will be “to inform the members of The building itself displays two more permits, WCT: Are there any compensated positions ing for grants and further altering the bylaws. It such matters concerning the Corporation.” but those still appear to be from early and mid- within the organization? If so, who are they gives directors considerable freedom in schedul- The change is a marked difference from the 2007. The most recent, from June 2007, is to and what are their salaries? ing and holding directors’ meetings as well. It 2000 bylaws, in which members voted and could “wreck and remove” a one-story commercial KS: There are no compensated positions at Ger- also allows the president to replace board vacan- call meetings. However, it remains uncertain if property. According to a real estate listing, the ber/Hart. cies by appointment. the bylaws were changed legally. building was completed in 2009. WCT: Was there a 2011 annual meeting? The latest bylaws reduce the mandated size of According to former board member Sukie de la A name listed on the 2007 building permits KS: No. the board from a minimum of 10 to a minimum Croix, the organization was operating under the has been crossed out and replaced with “new WCT: When was the last election of board of three, the current number of known Gerber/ old 2000 bylaws until at least July 2011, when owner.” members? Hart board members. (Stan Huntington and Don he left the board. Another posting on the building indicates that KS: The last election of board members was on Landers are the other two board members.) The 2000 bylaws stated, “Each member shall water service was terminated in November 2011. Dec. 17, 2011. The new bylaws also add that board members be entitled to vote at the annual meeting in the Gerber/Hart’s lease ends at the end of April, WCT: Please provide the most current copy need not reside in Illinois, a seeming reference election of the Board of Directors and at any leaving some questioning if the building will be of the bylaws. to the fact community members have com- meeting of the membership. Members shall also ready in time to accommodate the library. KS: The bylaws should be available on our web- plained that Landers lives in Arizona. be eligible to vote to amend the bylaws of the However, according Michele Kurlander, the real site by the end of the day tomorrow. Such updated rules come after dues-paying corporation.” estate attorney who handled Gerber/Hart’s prop- WCT: What is the agency’s current bank bal- members have alleged that annual meetings That document goes on to state that the board erty search, the building is expected to be ready ance? have not been held in at least two years, that of directors may change the bylaws “where by May 1. KS: As our 990 tax returns indicate, Gerber/ regular meetings have not been made public and notice of such proposed action has been an- “I believe that they believe that it will be Hart is financially sound. that elections with members have not occurred. nounced in the notice of such meeting.” completed on time, but nobody has a crystal WCT: Please provide a list of archival collec- All in all, the updated bylaws provide just one According to Sendziak, Gerber/Hart held no ball,” she said. tions, both processed and unprocessed. right to members: the right to inspect meeting annual meeting in 2011, a violation of the Il- In the event that space is not built-out in KS: We cannot at this time provide a list of minutes and books upon request. linois Not For Profit Corporation Act. This vio- time, she said, the lease includes a provision our archival collections. Many of the collections Membership is now determined on an appli- lation does not invalidate the organization. that allows the library to store its materials in were donated in the time before personal com- cation basis (this process was not previously However, if Gerber/Hart fails to hold an annual the building. puters were common and the Internet came into defined in the bylaws), and applicants are ac- meeting within 15 months of its last one, voting Kurlander said that the library will occupy half being. Some were donated by individuals who cepted with payment of annual dues of $25 or members could submit a written request for a of the second floor. While the first floor appears died of AIDS in an era when there was a great more. Members who do not pay annual dues are meeting within 60 days. Following, the circuit to be empty, the second floor is hardly visible stigma associated with having AIDS. These do- deemed to have resigned and must reapply. The court can order that such a meeting be held. from the street. nors could not imagine that their gift would be bylaws do not state if application acceptance is It is not known how the organization changed Kurlander described Gerber/Hart’s process of made public beyond the borders of Gerber/Hart. dependent upon other criteria. its bylaws to take away voting rights without its finding a new building and negotiating a lease This is a unique dilemma that LGBT archives The bylaws contain another significant addi- voting members’ approval. as “extensive.” She said that the organization face—as we recognize that some collection do- tion: They shield board members from legal re- Unlike past versions of the bylaws, the latest looked at many properties before deciding on nors may not have been “out” at the time they course. Under the new bylaws, board members is not dated, so it is unclear when it was writ- the Clark location. She added that the library donated these items. This summer, we have a are indemnified against legal judgments, fines ten. (WCT has requested this information from also underwent “extensive negotiations” before full-time archives graduate student interning at and attorney’s fees, so long as the board decides Sendziak.) signing a lease. The floor of the building was Gerber/Hart. One of the intern’s tasks will be that a person is eligible and acted with correct The new bylaws, however, appear to react to also investigated and found to be supportive to contact collection donors in order to receive intentions. The organization can also purchase recent questions raised by community members enough to hold the library’s books, she said. their express permission to include their collec- insurance to protect one of its own against li- and WCT reports. WCT has asked Sendziak if she anticipates the tion in a list that we will post on our website. ability. Such protections are common for orga- Under the old rule, board members could only building will be completed in time for May 1, but WCT: What is the name of the library’s at- nizations but are new additions to Gerber/Hart serve four consecutive one-year terms before has not yet received an answer. torney? bylaws. taking off a year. (Sendziak is on her ninth.) KS: At the time we received your questions, Gerber/Hart has struggled to stay compliant The new bylaws allow for directors to serve five Sendziak’s responses to WCT’s initial questions are real estate attorney Michele Kurlander was our in recent years. Its IRS 990 form was filed more consecutive two-year terms before taking one published in full here: only counsel. Paula Cozzi Goedert is also now than two months late for 2010. In 2009, de la year off, making Sendziak’s continued leadership “I want to apologize for the delay in getting our legal counsel for non-profit matters. WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 7 Gay immigration activists found not guilty By Jamie Anne Royce is arrested, that person’s biometric information (fingerprints) is checked against Department of Six youth immigration activists, arrested while Homeland Security (DHS) databases. If there is protesting an U.S. Immigration and Customs a match, ICE is notified and takes legal steps. Enforcement (ICE) Secure Communities public DHS hosted a series of public hearings across hearing, were acquitted of all charges March 20. the country on Secure Communities to gain Fanny Lopez-Martinez, Jorge Mena, Arianna feedback from the people. During the Chicago Salgado, Ireri Unzueta Carrasco, Carla Navoa and hearing in August, members of IYJL, Nuestra Miguel Martinez faced charges of mob action, Voz and the Latin@ Youth Action League (LYAL) Immigration-rights activists outside the courtroom in January. Photo by Jamie Anne Royce reckless conduct and obstruction of traffic. Mena shared their opinions on the program and called and Unzueta Carrasco have been named among for attendees to walk out. The six opted for a bench trial after several business. She also commended the Chicago Po- Windy City Times 30 Under 30 for their work on The six, all undocumented immigrants, formed continuances and changes to the charges. One lice Department for handling the protest effec- LGBT undocumented immigrant rights. a circle on West Washington Street, blocking of the arresting officers testified during the trial, tively and safely. “There’s been a lot of LGBT leadership within traffic. Police removed them from the street sev- reaffirming the police report. “I take this very seriously. Your right to protest the undocumented immigrant movement,” said eral times before the activists sat in an entrance Judge Peggy Chiampas found that the state is what America is all about,” Chiampas said. Tania Unzueta, an organizer with Immigrant to the I-94 expressway. Police asked them to and city attorneys did not meet the burden of “That’s why all of us come here, my parents as Youth Justice League (IYJL). “Almost every in- move, and upon refusing, the activists were ar- proof for these charges, and found the six de- well. But we have to respect the law.” stance of civil disobedience we’ve done, there’s rested. fendants not guilty. The defendants rejoiced at the not guilty ver- been LGBT people involved. It’s something I’ve “This case is about the best of American youth. “I am the child of immigrant parents, and I dict. never seen in the past, LGBT people at the fore- They are actively engaged and involved in a take immigration issues seriously. I applaud “I think [Chiampas] is conscious of why we did front of these civil disobedience actions and ral- movement for social changes in the finest tradi- your work,” Chiampas said. it. We’re youth and came to the U.S. when we lies” tion of this country,” Janine Hart, lawyer for the However, Chiampas also stressed that people were young. She applauded us. I think she un- Through Secure Communities, when someone defendants, said during her opening statement. have the right to move freely and go about their derstood us,” said Mena. ‘Out in Chicago’ wins Berube Prize The “Out in Chicago” exhibition that end- ed at the Chicago History Museum March 26 has received the Allan Berube Prize, ac- cording to a press release. The Committee on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender History, an affiliate of the American Historical Association, awarded the honor. Jill Austin and Jennifer Brier were the co-curators of the project. The Allan Berube Prize recognizes out- standing work in public or community- based LGBTQ history, according to the committee’s website. It is awarded in even- numbered years, covering works from the previous two years. “Out in Chicago” looked at diverse stories and perspectives and explored issues such as language, gender expression, formation of identity, the role of LGBT people in poli- tics and culture, and family relationships. In related news, a flash mob gathered outside the Chicago History Museum March 25 to thank the facility for the “Out in Chicago” exhibition. More photos can be found at www.WindyCityMediaGroup.com.

Flash-mob attendee. Photo by Ed Negron 8 March 28, 2012 WINDY CITY TIMES RUSTIN from cover in organizations like the Fellowship of Reconcili- Witch, and the Wardrobe, re-emerging at will in was able to find during his research for the book. ation and become an adviser to King. However, different time periods as always the same. His David Platt, whom he met, gave him some of his Rustin as well as letters about him, including he would always be haunted by the specter of experience with being a gay man in the 1950s personal correspondence with Rustin. D’Emilio those from FBI files—shows a more personal what happened in 1953. and 1960s was markedly different from that in also has copies of other correspondence, and side of the activist. According to D’Emilio, Rustin had three big the later decades, but he never saw himself these will be the basis for a performance piece Rustin died in 1987. He was still active in strikes against him: that he identified as a Com- as someone who “came out of the closet” and at the conference. various social-justice struggles, and made visits munist in the 1930s, and “that fact trailed him yet, simultaneously, never disavowed his sexual D’Emilio has been struck by the enthusiasm for to refugee camps in Thailand as part of the In- forever; it made him potentially a disability and identity. Rustin from students, and their surprise upon ternational Rescue Committee. He went as part cast him as disloyal.” He was seen as a draft Today, Rustin’s legacy is in the process of be- first hearing of him: “They’re outraged they nev- of a high-power delegation that also included dodger for choosing to go to jail rather than ing recovered and celebrated. In Chicago, The er heard of him before, and ask, ‘Why are people Liv Ullman, Elie Weisel and Joan Baez. If he were join the war effort. Compounding all this was Legacy Project brought Bennett Singer to town like him being denied to me?’” His hope is that alive today, Rustin would most likely be among that he was “queer in an era when it was impos- for a March 28 screening of the film he co-di- the conference will allow students and activists the firmament of celebrity activists. Yet, in an sible to be known as gay, lesbian or anything rected with Nancy Kates, Brother Outsider: The to reclaim Rustin and to learn how to organize age of Kardashians where celebrity is as fleeting else.” Rustin’s response to being outed was Life of Bayard Rustin. Rustin’s plaque is expect- people collectively, rather than from the top as the scant snow of this year’s Chicago winter, not to cover himself with the semblance of a ed to be among those unveiled at the dedication down. many might well wonder who Liv Ullman is. And, heterosexual life but to continue living as gay of the Project’s Legacy Walk Oct. 11 (National according to D’Emilio, the general response of man, and he would spend many years working in Coming-Out Day). Jinna Holt is one of the students involved in most people “outside a small circle” to any men- movements in ways that “did not call attention The upcoming Bayard Rustin Centennial Con- the performance. A junior at UIC and a gender/ tion of Rustin’s name is, “Bayard, who?” to himself.” ference at the University of Illinois at Chicago women’s-studies major, Holt had heard about D’Emilio, in a phone interview, described Rus- There is, in the emerging and more public nar- (UIC) aims to bring about a two-day inter-gen- Rustin, but working on the piece has given her tin’s life as one “that raises almost any question rative about him, a tendency to describe Rustin erational conversation about Rustin life and a keener understanding of his legacy. Among you might ask about how to change society, and as an “out gay man.” But the truth is more com- legacy in a way that connects his life and legacy the letters that the performance is based on how to bring about social and economic jus- plex. In 1986, the writer Joseph Beam invited with activist work. Speaking to various partici- are those written by the FBI as they surveilled tice.” He added that even if people did not agree Rustin to contribute to what would become a pants and organizers, it becomes clear that the Rustin, and Holt spoke of the great contrast be- with all of Rustin’s choices, “there is hardly any key work, In the Life: A Black Gay Anthology. complexity of Rustin’s life speaks more readily tween what she represented there and what she question he did not grapple with; his life is a to people today than any attempt to portray him knew about his “multi-faceted” and passionate textbook for how we build movements and bring as simply a gay hero. life: “I read those and wonder, how could they about change.” One sign that this will not be a group of aca- see him as a danger? He was a radical, but the Indeed, it is likely that some on the left might demics talking to each other is that the event is antithesis of dangerous.” She was also struck by find it difficult to reconcile themselves to as- spearheaded by the Gender and Sexuality Center how he dealt with being in prison, and his “sto- pects of his politics. There was, for instance, his and not by an academic program; the confer- icism” in the face of hardship. staunch support for Israel and condemnation of ence is also free and open to the public. The UIC Holt said she considers herself a trans ally, and the Palestine Liberation Organization. In a 1974 conference is one of many such events across also works and writes about racial-justice issues. letter to the president of the International La- the country. The Center’s director, Megan Car- For her, Rustin is an enigmatic figure who shows dies’ Garment Workers Union, he wrote about UN ney, said that the idea to bring one to Chicago how to move forward despite enormous set- delegates applauding Yassir Arafat, head of the came from a student, Kris Clutter, who had heard backs: “He inspires me to continue doing what I Palestine Liberation Organization: “I’m sure you Mandy Carter, a driving force behind the celebra- do. He’s also an example of using your voice and are as disturbed as I am about the reception ac- tions, speak about Rustin and the centennial not your body, and of understanding where the corded the Palestinian Liberation Organization plans. [opposition] is coming from, where they are at.” by the United Nations..the overwhelming major- Carney said that the conference will be inten- Kris Clutter, a senior majoring in political sci- ity of black Americans are deeply outraged by tionally “intergenerational and interdisciplin- ence, learned about Rustin in one of D’Emilio’s the slaughter of children and innocent civilians ary” and that it would be grounded in history classes. At the time, he was also interning at during terrorist raids.” but “not nostalgic.” The larger point is to allow People’s Law Office, which represented Fred However, Rustin would also be uncompromis- present-day activists, including youth activists, Hampton and the Chicago chapter of the Black ing in advocating for labor rights. In 1980, Ye- “to apply what they can learn from Rustin’s leg- Panther Party. Working in an office replete with shiva University voted to give him an honorary acy.” images of Hampton and his allies and under- degree. The university had supported a ruling For Mandy Carter, a social-justice activist standing their struggles from the perspective of that faculty members at private colleges and based in Durham, N.C., Rustin’s life has been those who supported their work, Clutter could universities, such as Yeshiva, could not orga- fascinating because of its parallels to her own. not help but see parallels between Hampton and nize. Writing to the university’s president, Nor- Co-founder of Southerners On New Ground Rustin. He said, “Both their stories were similar man Lamm, Rustin declined the honor, stating (SONG) as well as the National Black Justice Co- in that they were not the most polished, unlike that Yeshiva’s decision to not support collec- Bayard Rustin. Photo courtesy of Bennett alition, Carter has long organized on issues con- those of Martin Luther King and Harvey Milk. tive bargaining, “a principle which I hold dear,” Singer necting homophobia, poverty, and racism. Born Their stories are not the sort that mainstream meant that it would be “hypocritical” for him to in 1948, Carter never met Rustin but learned of America would learn about, such as Rustin being accept the degree. his life and work when members of the Ameri- picked up for public sex. But they’re both radical Reading the letters, it becomes clear that Rus- Rustin’s response was thoughtful and clear: “I can Friends Service Committee came to her high leaders and they exemplify how such histories tin did not live his life according to some master was not involved in the struggle for gay rights school class and spoke about him. “As a Black, are not told in the dominant narrative about template which required him to always respond as a youth. ... I did not ‘come out of the closet’ gay man heavily involved with activism, he be- America.” in exactly the same way to every situation. In- voluntarily—circumstances forced me out. While came my role model,” she said. If Clutter and Holt are emblematic of what stead, he was constantly thinking through his I have no problem with being publicly identified Carter emphasized that the idea for the cen- happens when more people are exposed to Rus- support for his own work and that of others ac- as homosexual, it would be dishonest of me to tennial “started before me” and that the or- tin’s life, there may still be hope that U.S. poli- cording to his basic tenets. As a staunch sup- present myself as one who was in the forefront ganizers of marches commemorating the 1963 tics accepts complexity rather than continuing porter of Israel and as someone who believed in of the struggle for gay rights. ... I fundamentally event have wanted to ensure that Black and gay to flatten out lives in the interest of a tradi- the links between the struggles of the African- consider sexual orientation to be a private mat- voices would also be heard in the celebrations. tional “Great Heroes” narrative. Rustin’s career American and Jewish communities, rejecting the ter. As such, it has not been a factor which has The fact that Rustin’s centennial is this year and trajectory might also prompt us to reconsider honorary degree had to be painful for him. greatly influenced my role as an activist.” the March’s 50th anniversary is in 2013 means whether we have truly achieved an era of great Rustin brought that same thoughtfulness to This might come as a surprise to many who that there will be a longer period of time to mark equality when the laws governing sexual conduct his personal life and integrated his politics into think of Rustin as a pure gay icon or who might his contribution. For Carter, the two events also have become more onerous for some. Despite whatever was happening to him at the time. wonder about the fact that his sexuality in fact mark “an almost unbelievable historical narra- the stigmatizing he suffered in his earlier years, In 1944, he was jailed in a maximum-security often impinged upon his political life. Indeed, tive, from Bayard Rustin to Barack Obama.” Rustin went on to become a respected and even prison in Ashland, Ky., as a conscientous ob- that same year, Rustin would write to Ed Koch, Carter has long-term connections to Chicago, revered activist. Among those he worked with jector. He promptly set about organizing, with then-mayor of New York City, to provide testi- which she has often visited to work with the and influenced are public figures like Democratic other prisoners, against segregation within the mony about a gay-rights bill: “No group is ulti- Chicago Black Lesbians and Gays. She is also a Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton. prison. He took it upon himself to write long mately safe from prejudice, bigotry and harass- long-time friend of John D’Emilio, who taught However, for these very reasons, we might letters to the warden, R.P. Hagerman, about ra- ment so long as any group is subject to special for some years at the University of North Caro- want to return to the 1953 incident. Today, we cial injustice. While there, he also corresponded negative treatment.” lina at Greensboro. D’Emilio is scheduled to live with far more draconian sex-offender laws, with his lover, David Platt. In all this, it seems impossible to paint Rus- speak at the conference, providing an overview where even a consensual sex act in public can The letters to Platt are heavily coded, and tin as an unalloyed gay icon who stood for a of Rustin’s life and work. Carter will provide the be deemed an offense that bars people from they combine a “brotherly” tenderness with particular gay-rights movement. Rather, it seems keynote address. employment and housing, for life. Would Rus- well-considered reflections on the politics of re- more likely that his continuing thoughts on gay If some of the new-found attention being paid tin have been able to come out from under the sistance to war, as well as thoughts about his issues mark something that may be lost in the to Rustin has meant a tendency to appropriate weight of the punishment meted out to him to- fellow prisoners. A visit from Platt apparently current debates around marriage or “Don’t Ask, him for particular causes as a gay hero, D’Emilio day? Rustin is a hero for many. Do our times prompted some speculation about their relation- Don’t Tell,” regardless of positions, within the cautioned that Rustin was “not a single-issue, really afford that same opportunity for someone ship amongst the others, and it appears that he LGBTQ community: that reconciling the private single-identity activist. He believed that all the as complicated and complex? may not have shirked from talking to them: “The with the public is not as easy as a simple emer- issues of injustice were linked, as a pacifist who The website for the conference is www.uic. fellows ... were concerned on Thursday to know gence from the closet into freedom. understood that there would be no peace with- edu/depts/quic/gsc/bayardrustin.html. The who you were. That, too, afforded an opportu- Rustin’s complicated consideration of his own out racial justice and no racial equality as long conference will take place March 30-31 at the nity.” “outing” also suggests that the closet is not as poverty was an issue.” University of Illinois at Chicago. Rustin’s career, after his stint in prison, never an a historical entity, like some version of the D’Emilio’s contribution to the conference also Further information about events across the really dimmed: He would go on to key positions Wardrobe in C.S Lewis’s classic, The Lion, The comes in the shape of some of the materials he country can be found at www.rustin.org. WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 9 LGBT Health NATIONAL Awareness Week: LGBT HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK Clearing the air By Jason Carson Wilson

Clearing the air is the goal of LGBT Health Awareness Week this year. The Chicago Public Health Department, National Coalition for LGBT Health and Howard Brown Health Center joined forces to combat smoking. LGBT people smoke, on average, more than their straight counterparts. Chicago Depart- ment of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Bechara Choucair said various studies show queer com- munity members are 1.5 to 2.5 times as likely to smoke—for various reasons. Choucair hopes “Come Out for Health” inspires people to quit. Choucair said the targeted cam- paign encourages people to call the Tobacco Quitline at 866-QUIT-YES. “We want less people smoking and less people to be exposed to secondhand smoke,” Choucair said. A trained professional creates a personalized smoking cessation plan after a confidential con- versation. Then, that professional links the call- er with various community resources, including community group sessions and nicotine replace- Dr. Bechara Choucair. ment therapy. “Smoking is the most preventable cause of ing is a big problem for the LGBT community. death in this country,” Choucair said. The organization lays blame at the tobacco in- More than 440,000 Chicagoans die from to- dustry’s collective feet—citing the companies’ bacco-related illnesses each year. Smoking can “relentless campaign to target gay men and cause asthma, heart disease and lung cancer. women,” according to its website. American Respiratory Health Association mon- Tobacco companies spend more than $13 bil- ey helped make Howard Brown’s involvement lion to promote cigarettes. They have specifi- possible. A federal grant is paying for commu- cally focused on the LGBT people since 1991, nity group sessions. advertising at Pride and other events, according The health center is also conducting a LGBTQ to the DC Center for the LGBT Community. Inter- smoking-cessation study known as “Bitch To estingly, the companies have also contributed Quit.” (For more information, call Karyn Haney heavily to local and national LGBT groups as well MARCHMARCH 26-30,26-30, 20122012 at 773-388-8682.) as HIV/AIDS organizations. Howard Brown did not respond to multiple in- Bar promotions, sponsorships and LGBT press quiries by the press deadline. advertising are the corporations’ tools of choice. In addition, the American Respiratory Health LGBT adults and youth nationwide are 40-70 Association has partnered with the Chicago Pub- percent more likely to smoke than the general Still Smoking? lic Health Department to create the Chicago To- population. bacco Prevention Project. In addition to the other efforts, there is the It rewards Chicagoans accepting the challenge Chicago’s Clean Air (Indoor) Ordinance. The ordi- to quit smoking, promotes smoking cessation nance was passed in 1988, according to cityof- Thinking About Quitting? classes and resources as well as sponsoring chicago.org. Its current version, which took ef- youth-centered contests encouraging young fect in February 2008, forbids smoking in nearly people to avoid smoking. all public places and enclosed workplaces. The This Could Be The Week! Smoking cessation is among priorities that ordinance prohibits smoking within 15 feet of initiative Healthy Chicago identities. Others their entrances. include obesity prevention, HIV prevention, Residences, except those used as day-care cen- adolescent health, cancer disparities, health- ters or businesses; some hotel and motel rooms; 1-866-QUIT-YES care access, communicable disease control and and retail tobacco stores are exempt. Illinois’ prevention, violence prevention and improving smoke-free law, which supersedes local statutes, public health infrastructure, among others. went into effect January 2008. (1-866-784-8937) Choucair noted that Mayor Rahm Emanuel Find out more about the Chicago Tobacco launched the Healthy Chicago initiative in Au- Prevention Project at www.lungchicago.org/ gust. Workgroups that focus on issues facing chicago-tobacco-prevention-project. Totally Confidential. business, academics, faith-based organizations, health care providers, the LGBT community, phil- anthropic organizations, community coalitions Candace Trained professionals to help you quit smoking. and other public healthcare officials were cre- ated. Gingrich-Jones Increased social stress, high alcohol use and at NEIU March 29 City of Chicago Department of Public Health pervasive advertising, according to Choucair, Activist Candace Gingrich-Jones—the are among the factors that encourage smoking. lesbian half-sister of Newt Gingrich—will www.cityofchicago.org/health Other evidence shows LGBT smokers begin at an speak at Northeastern Illinois University, earlier age. 5500 N. St. Louis Ave., Thursday, March 29, “The younger you are, the more likely you’re at 7 p.m. going to be addicted,” Choucair said. Gingrich-Jones will speak as part of the The annual “Kick Butt Day” (which took place school’s Presidential Lecture Series. She Facebook.com/ChicagoPublicHealth @ChiPublicHealth on March 21) targets youth smokers and to- will talk about The Accidental Activist, her bacco sales to minors. Choucair cited stress and autobiography, among other topics. peer pressure as reasons young people—gay or The event is free and open to the public. straight—begin smoking. About 20 percent of Funding for this ad made possible by the Chicago Department of Public Health adults in Chicago are smokers. and the Illinois Department of Public Health Americans for Nonsmokers Rights agreed smok- 10 March 28, 2012 WINDY CITY TIMES of the community.” “You become emotionally attached to the cus- Treacy opened the 1,000-square-foot Sidecar tomers; that’s the hard part of the job. You really Colm Treacy expands after Neil Lipton, the owner of a bar at that caring about them, about their lives, about their site, died in January. Lipton’s wife, Mary Bau, families,” he said. approached Treacy to buy and take over the lo- Treacy said he’s not sure of his next business cation. venture; he’s not even sure what industry it will LGBT bar and “She really felt that Renee Labrana and I had fall in. “I just like projects; I like doing things— done a tremendous job at The Glenwood and and Tom hates that,” he said, laughing. would treat this place with great respect, honor Will there be more bars? Yes, if the opportu- restaurant empire her husband, and carry on the tradition of being nity arises, concentrating on the Rogers Park part of the community,” Treacy said. area, Treacy said. He added there could be more By Ross Forman “I just love this neighborhood, which is very eateries, but nothing else is in the works right diverse, and I knew I could open a bar that had a now. Back in the late 1990s, while teaching culinary completely different style than The Glenwood.” “My mind is always open to new ideas,” said arts and hospitality courses at Kendall College After all, Sidecar is a martini lounge with a Treacy, who gleaned his entrepreneur ways from in Chicago, Colm Treacy wanted to practice what predominantly gay crowd, Treacy said. his mom, Eileen, who bought, owned and ran a he preached. “Sidecar is an old, classic cocktail. Plus, since bar in their native Ireland. So, on June 26, 2001, he opened T’s Bar & the location right [near a train stop], the name “I always knew, from the time I was a kid, that Restaurant along Clark Street in Andersonville. seemed logical,” Treacy said. “So far, Sidecar I was going to move to the U.S. and make it, “After a few years of being open, I realized already has been more than I expected. I hear succeed,” Treacy said. I could stop worrying if in fact it’d be a suc- nothing but compliments, and the neighborhood His success has certainly spilled into the LGBT cess, because it was—and then I decided to do has really embraced it.” community. He said that he annually donates it again,” said Treacy, often simply called T— Treacy will open Morsel in May, and it will be about $60,000 to LGBT causes. For instance, he hence the bar’s name—since many are confused his largest venture: 3,600 square feet with 220 offers T’s and The Glenwood for free to groups of on the pronunciation of his first name (column). seats. MaryAnn Culleton is Treacy’s business 25 or more—and then he donates 10 percent of Next up was The Sofo Tap, which Treacy bought partner at Morsel. Culleton and Labrana are mar- that night’s sales to the group. and took over June 26, 2005. ried. Treacy also sponsors about 10 sports teams Then came The Glenwood Bar, which Treacy “Customers kept telling me that they wanted a through the local gay leagues. opened in Rogers Park April 14, 2008. place similar to T’s in Rogers Park,” Treacy said. “That’s very important to me,” Treacy said. “It Although Treacy sold Sofo April 18, 2011, he “Well, since this place is located on Morse and means a lot to me that others are out there hav- certainly wasn’t done expanding his food and the El stop, and with the natural food tie, mor- ing fun, doing something that they want to do, beverage reach across the city’s North Side, par- sel, it will be Morsel.” something that’s healthy, energetic, something ticularly within the LGBT community. Morsel will be open seven days a week, Treacy that takes their mind away from whatever wor- On Feb. 16, Treacy opened Sidecar, a two- said. ries they may have, such as sports.” minute walk south, door to door, from The Glen- Treacy’s impact on the community and, in par- Away from his establishments, Treacy is ad- wood. ticular, the economy of Andersonville and Rogers mittedly shy. In fact, he often buys tickets to Also, between The Glenwood and Sidecar, Park is profound. Plus, when he goes out for din- major charity functions, mostly just to support Treacy bought the corner property and, in May, ner of drinks in the city, he always stays within the cause because he rarely even considers at- is opening Morsel—an American bistro-style the two neighborhoods. “I want to give my mon- tending. restaurant. ey back to the community where I live and work; “When I’m outside of my own comfort zone, “I’m a project person,” Treacy said matter of that’s very important to me,” said Treacy, who I’m shy. I don’t like going to public places; I factly, with a smile, “and I’m not done yet.” tagged Calo Ristorante, Jin Ju and Anteprima don’t like going to public events,” said Treacy, a Watch out, Lakeview, here comes the Treacy among his favorites. jeans-and-T-shirt kind of guy. train—building Andersonville and Rogers Park Treacy said the soft economy over the past “I started T’s years ago, and all of the other into popular areas for the LGBT community. few years has definitely impacted business, places since, to better my own life and, in turn, “I’m doing well,” said Treacy, 45, who was which he’s seen first hand through the eyes— hopefully, help others. Business has been great. born in Ireland and now lives in Chicago’s An- and spending habits—of his customers. When I’m blessed—I’m living my own destiny, and I dersonville neighborhood—less than a minute they struggle personally or professionally, Treacy don’t think everyone can say that. I’m doing ex- walk away from T’s. relates and understands. actly what I’m meant to be doing,” Treacy said. “When the economy is bad, people drink. When the economy is good, people drink. My business partners are solid, sound, nice people. PASSAGES We cultivate a very loyal following, a very loyal Colm Treacy. Photo by Ross Forman customer base, especially since they really like Rev. David Holzhauer By Jamie Anne Royce the trifecta: the ability to go to T’s, Sidecar and tions, though Treacy said all could. About 80 The Glenwood all in one night.” percent of his employees are LGBT, but hiring Rev. David Holzhauer, former pastor of Holy T’s is about 2,000 square feet, with a staff from within the gay community is not his driv- Covenant Metropolitan Community Church that is about 75 percent LGBT; also, it has the ing force. “What impacts me [about a potential (MCC) in Hinsdale, passed away March 19. same percentages of male and female customers, employee] is, are they a good worker, regardless Holzhauer most recently served as assistant Treacy said. [of their sexual orientation.]” pastor at King of Peace MCC in St. Petersburg, “When you open [a neighborhood bar], you Treacy and his partner, Tom Hoang—who also Fla., but he led Holy Covenant MCC in the let the neighborhood dictate what it’s going to happens to be his co-owner at Sidecar—will cel- western Chicago suburbs from 1987 to 1989. be, so I wasn’t expecting anything,” he said. “I ebrate their 19th anniversary in July. Dominic Tristram Fife Hamilton-Little, in Gay men who were kicked out of their own think the neighborhood told me what T’s was Hoang was the mastermind behind T’s name his Nightlines Fey Ways column pose. Pho- churches because of their sexuality, founded going to be. The clientele is very mixed, particu- and logo. Treacy suggested selecting a name to from the Nightlines/Outlines archives MCC in 1968. MCC prides itself on non-tradi- larly welcoming to the lesbian and transgender that was short, simple, memorable and easy to tional, contemporary spirituality worship. audience. repeat. Holzhauer grew the building fund for the “It’s a comfortable place, for the gay and When Treacy launched Sofo—a 1,200-square- Former Chicagoan Holy Covenant MCC, which was used to pur- straight communities—and that’s what I wanted foot location named because its location is just Dominic Hamilton- chase the location that the congregation cur- it to be. south of Foster Avenue—he admittedly wanted rently worships in Brookfield. “I think people make a mistake sticking ex- it to be a gay bar. Little has died “Once during the Pride parade, he walked actly to their [pre-opening] business plan, and “[Sofo] was very successful for me,” Treacy Dominic Tristram Fife Hamilton-Little, a up and down the contingent and tried to talk not, instead, listening to the customers when said. “Ultimately, I got a call one day and was performance artist, actor and writer, died in people on the sidelines into buying building they tell you what they want the place to be.” offered me a lot of money,” to sell the bar. April 2011, and some Chicago friends just re- blocks for the Holy Covenant building fund. Take, for instance, the customer years ago who “It was a hard decision to make because I was cently learned of his death, which was from That was one of the methods he used to get complained about the pinot grigio served at T’s. emotionally attached to Sofo, but it was a good complications with diabetes. that started,” said Rev. Gordon McCoy, north Treacy listened and asked the customer to come business decision.” Hamilton-Little was a columnist for Night- central network lead for MCC and a pastoral back the next day. Treacy then had three other The Glenwood came to Treacy and Renee lines (now Nightspots) magazine in the colleague of Holzhauer while he was in Chi- pinots for the customer to sample. The customer Labrana, his business partner at that location, 1990s, as part of the Outlines (now Windy cago. picked his favorite—and that one was ultimate- when its former owner offered to sell. They have City Times) family of publications. His wit McCoy also recalled Holzhauer opening his ly offered for sale at T’s. has since tripled its size with an expansion and creativity were unmatched, and his “Fey own home to congregation members for din- “It’s very important to listen to the custom- about two years ago. Ways” column had fans across the country. ner. ers,” Treacy said. “You cannot be arrogant in this “The Glenwood has been a huge anchor to the Hamilton-Little also wrote the More Sex Frederick Ratchford, Holzhauer’s longtime industry. You have to list to the customer and neighborhood with a real mixed audience. It’s column for POZ magazine for more than two partner, died two weeks before Holzhauer on the staff, and I’m really blessed to have the staff been more than I ever expected it to be,” Treacy years. March 4. that I do. A lot of them have been working for said. “I didn’t realize how the neighborhood was He moved to New York after leaving Chi- A memorial service was hosted at Memo- me for 10 years.” going to totally embrace The Glenwood, and cago, and most recently lived in San Diego. rial Park Funeral home in St. Petersburg, Fla., Treacy employs about 30 people at his four they really have. From the [area] alderman to He was a 1990 graduate of Michigan State March 25. locations, and only five of them are crossover the Rogers Park Business Alliance to so many University. employees—those who work at multiple loca- others. It has lent itself to being a real anchor WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 11

Clapper was always happy at work at the Local activists Arlington Heights Memorial Library. He loved biking, hiking, in-line skating, theater and acting, gardening and his cats. Clapper cared lobby around deeply about people and his community, and demonstrated this by his volunteer work at Horizons Community Services (now Center on Halsted) in Chicago. Clapper realized a dream syringe exchange this past December when some of his writing was published. BY KATE SOSIN Clapper is survived by his brother, Greg (Jody) Clapper; nieces Laura Clapper and According to HIV/AIDS advocates, the cost of a Jenna (Dave) Staples; and his aunt, Catherine clean syringe is just 72 cents. Treating AIDS over Smith. a lifetime costs an average of $300,000. Clapper was preceded in death by his par- It is simple math, said Melissa Janiszewski, ents. policy education coordinator at the AIDS Foun- A memorial service was held March 22 in the dation of Chicago (AFC). Hendrickson Room on the second floor of The Still, since December, local AIDS advocates Arlington Heights Memorial Library. Inter- have been up against a difficult hurdle: the ment was private. reinstated federal ban on funding for syringe- Curt Clapper. exchange programs. Janiszewski and other local advocates spent Sweet Miss Giving’s March 21 lobbying against the ban in coordina- Curt Clapper dies Allen Curtis “Curt” Clapper, born July 21, tion with the National Day of Action for Syringe going national 1949, in Chicago to Allen Bernard and Mar- Access. Sweet Miss Giving’s—the bakery/jobs pro- tha (nee Garrett) Clapper, passed away March “We really want to send the message that every gram affiliated with HIV/AIDS agency Chicago 18 at Northwest Community Hospital in Ar- life matters,” said Janiszewski. House—is going national. lington Heights. Clapper, who grew up in The goal, she said, is to educate legislators on According to an open letter from Chicago Park Ridge, most recently lived in Arlington the benefits of harm reduction in combating the House CEO the Rev. Stan Sloan, “Sweet Miss Heights. spread of HIV. Giving’s has attracted the attention of a na- Clapper, who was gay, was a longtime sup- Advocates met with U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin and tional wholesale baker who will be entering porter of LGBT causes. representatives for U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk (Kirk is a licensing agreement to take part of our Clapper was a 1967 graduate of Maine East currently recovering from a stroke) March 21. product line to a larger audience. We are very High School in Park Ridge, and he earned Janiszewski also presented on the ban at the excited to be working with him and for the his B.S. in mathematics from Northwestern Chicago Task Force on LGBT Substance Use and potential that this move holds for both our University in 1971. Clapper worked for many Abuse later that night. Transitional Jobs/Internship Program as well years in technology support, both at DeSoto According to a March report from the Centers as for the potential benefits to Chicago House and as an independent consultant. Then his for Disease Control and Prevention, a study done and its mission.” Melissa Janiszewski. Photo courtesy of professional life merged with his passion for in 2009 found that nine percent of injecting However, this development means that local Janiszewski books, reading and writing. He spent many drug users tested positive for HIV. Forty-five operations will cease. On April 1, the retail lo- years in the retail-book industry, including as percent of those who were positive did not know cation at the Loop’s French Market will close, partner in People Like Us Books, a gay and it. Of those who were HIV-negative or uncertain and support. As a consequence, many needle and the wholesale and catering businesses lesbian bookstore. of their status before the test, 35 percent re- exchange programs have both curbed HIV rates will end. ported that they had shared syringes. and substance abuse. The report concludes that access to clean sy- Service providers do not need additional fed- ringes, among other things, is a known and ef- eral money to run syringe exchange programs. fective way of curbing the spread of HIV among They simply need federal funds already going injecting drug users. to HIV service work to be unrestricted when it “It really is the most cost-effective way to comes to syringe exchange. reduce transmission,” Janiszewski said. “It’s basically changing a line item in the way However, stigma around HIV is compounded the law is written,” said Janiszewski. by the stigma around substance use and abuse The ban has not yet meant dire straits for local when it comes to needle-exchange programs. AIDS advocates yet. AFC has used private funds The syringe-exchange battle, which has been to continue its syringe exchange program. But ongoing for decades, is hinged on the belief of the situation is unsustainable, Janiszewski said. some that providing clean needles encourages The debate over syringe exchange programs is Catholic Mass drug use, rather than discourages needle shar- hardly new. The federal ban lasted more than Sunday, April 8 ing. two decades before it was overturned in 2009. 5:00 pm AFC says that is a dangerous position, and one In December, it was again reinstated in the 2012 that ignores years of study that show needle ex- budget appropriates bill. AFC is encouraging people to call their law- 3338 N. Broadway change as an effective tool for reducing HIV and Lakeview hepatitis transmission. makers and ask them to lift the ban in antici- In addition to providing clean needles, syringe pation of the 2013 budget. More information is exchange programs link clients to services and available at www.aidschicago.org/prevention- care, providing them with treatment options home/syringe-project.

Chicago’s Dedicated and Comprehensive LGBT Program For more info about our 40th Anniversary, ALEO go to www.dignity-chicago.org/events. VAT CHICAGO LAKESHORE HOSPITAL Valeo at Chicago Lakeshore Hospital provides comprehensive psychiatric and addiction-related treatment for Be One. Be Welcomed. Be Yourself. gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender For 40 years, creating a Catholic home for people of all and questioning (LGBTQ) individuals. The program offers a safe, affirming sexual orientations, genders and gender identities therapeutic environment for members of the LGBTQ community. The Valeo staff is comprised of well-trained, experienced gay and gay-sensitive behavioral health professionals from a wide variety of disciplines.

4840 N. MARINE DRIVE Vital, Visible, Visionary CHICAGO, IL 60640 www.dignity-chicago.org 1-800-888-0560 [email protected] www.chicagolakeshorehospital.com 12 March 28, 2012 WINDY CITY TIMES Melvin Antoine Whitehead WCT seeks Identifies as the ways in which my ‘new’ gender shapes how nominations Tin the LIFE Black Same-Gender Loving Christian Man I experience race. It’s been painful, but also a continuous learning experience.” for 30 Under 30 COMPILED BY KATE SOSIN CHICAGO—Windy City Times is seeking to Pronouns recognize 30 more outstanding LGBT indi- He/him/his Do you consider yourself an activist? viduals (and allies) for its annual 30 Under “I recently connected with two local organiza- 30 Awards. tions that seek to educate, mentor to, and Life’s work Nominees should be 30 years or under as support young people of color. Too often, our of June 30, 2012, and should have made “My life’s work is excavating the past in order society dismisses and devalues young people to learn from it and move forward. The Akan some substantial contributions to the LGBT and underestimates what they are capable community, whether in the fields of enter- people call this ‘Sankofa.’ I’m currently work- of. I believe an important aspect of social ing on a genealogy and oral history project, tainment, politics, health, activism, aca- justice work is inter-generational dialogue and demics, sports or other areas. in which I am tracing my lineage, digitizing respect.” old family videos and photos and interview- The deadline to nominate individuals is ing extant family members about their lives. Friday, April 20. Combined with the contextual research I’m do- What issues outside of the queer community Individuals, organizations, co-workers, ing about Afro-American history, I am learning do you care about? etc. can nominate a person by e-mailing much more about the past, my family and cur- “I feel that every issue impacts the queer com- [email protected] or fax- rent social justice struggles happening today.” munity. These days, I’m especially passionate ing to Andrew Davis’ attention to 773-871- about immigrant rights, voter suppression and 7609. Self-nominations are welcome. women’s healthcare. But anything that impacts The nomination should be 100 words Job marginalized groups is something that I care or fewer, and should state what achieve- “I’m a librarian and assistant professor at a about.” ments or contributions the nominee has community college. I’m helping the world made. Nominators should include their own become more information literate- one college names and contact information as well as student at a time!” What do you think are the most important issues the contact information and the age of the facing the trans/ gender-variant community? nominee. “I would like to see more self-love and unity Note: Following the policy instituted in What is the best thing about being trans/ within our community. No more shaming people 2005, individuals can only win once. Those gender-variant? for their decisions about how they decide to have won the award since that year are in- “For me, it’s having the dual consciousness transition (or not). No more comparing our- eligible for this year’s awards. that comes with having lived as female and selves to other people to validate our identi- Honorees will be notified in May and rec- now as male. Noticing the gendered nuances in ties. Loving who we are from the inside out in a ognized at a free ceremony Thursday, June my interactions, gaining a new and insightful society that stigmatizes our bodies and identi- 28, at 5:30 p.m., at Center on Halsted, understanding of male privilege, and seeing ties is the most radical thing we can do.” 3656 N. Halsted St.

ing Sun-Times Media, McDonough was a partner in the Chicago law firm Gardner, Carton & Doug- las. “Alphawood Foundation is delighted to wel- come Jim McDonough as our new Executive Director,” said Fred Eychaner, foundation chair- man. “Jim brings a wealth of experience in advo- cacy and not-for-profit organizations, informed by a deep and varied background as a lawyer and business person in the media world. We look forward to his leadership of our organization,” he said. McDonough is a graduate of Marquette Uni- versity and the Northwestern University School of Law. He has been appointed by the Illinois Supreme Court as member of its Committee on Professional Responsibility. He lives in Chicago. Brad White joins Alphawood with more than 25 years of professional and volunteer experi- Join The Impact Chicago members at the March 24 town hall. Photo by Jamie Anne Royce ence in community and economic development, affordable housing, preservation, public policy James D. McDonough. Photo courtesy of the and advocacy. He has created planning and in- Alphawood Foundation centive strategies for economic development in organizer. “There’s been a lot of fights. It’s all open their homes to homeless youth through a downtown areas, neighborhood commercial dis- very exciting to watch and be a part of.” hosting program like UCAN. tricts, and residential districts. In addition, he Past actions have included nonviolent acts JTIC members also wanted to engage the LGBT Alphawood has worked with neighborhood residents to help of civil disobedience, like a sit-in at Sen. Dick community in more of their events, actions and them shape the development of their neighbor- Durbin’s office, and organizing buses to the Na- organizing, explaining why they are community hoods. tional Equality March in Washington, D.C. JTIC organizers. announces often works in cooperation or in solidarity with “The [big] reason I’m an LGBTQ rights advo- other organizations, groups and causes. cate is because I want to ask, ‘Was I there?’ new leaders Join the Impact The town hall served as an open discussion for When we stepped out of the closets. When we Alphawood Foundation Chicago has announced community members to voice concerns or needs, elected gay politicians. When we demanded our the appointment of James D. McDonough, a for- holds town hall and as a platform to propose ideas or directions rights. I want to be able to say, ‘yes,’” said Miller. mer Lambda Legal national board member, as By Jamie Anne Royce for new projects. executive director. Members wanted to have a queer presence This announcement concludes an intense Members of Join The Impact Chicago (JTIC) and at protests of the upcoming NATO summit in About Face’s Wonka search the foundation launched in January. The the LGBT community gathered at Merlo Library Chicago, work on moving the Employment Non- Ball has prom theme Foundation also said Bradford J. White has been in Boystown for a town-hall meeting March 24. Discrimination Act through Congress, show About Face Theatre’s annual Wonka Ball will appointed associate director. When Proposition 8 passed in California in solidarity with the working class by supporting have a school theme this year. McDonough comes to Alphawood from Sun- 2008, constitutionally banning gay marriage unions, and provide safe housing for homeless The ball’s theme is “Your Prom: The Remix.” Times Media Holdings, LLC, where he was gen- in the state, a website called Join The Impact LGBT youth. The event will take place Friday, March 30, at eral counsel, senior vice president and chief spurred activists across the country to organize “We don’t just need homeless shelters. We the Chicago Illuminating Company, 19 E. 21st administrative officer. Since joining the senior rallies in solidarity. JTIC was born out of the Chi- need to find them a safe and affirming home,” St. VIP admission begins at 7 p.m.; general ad- management of Sun-Times Media in 2005, that cago rally, and members have been organizing said Danelle Wylder, a JTIC organizer. mission starts at 8 p.m. company has successfully entered and exited on a local and national level since. Some attendees wanted to pressure non-inclu- Attendees will be revisiting the ‘70s, ‘80s and bankruptcy and has been sold twice to separate The group is excited to have kept the mo- sive or unfriendly organizations that aid home- ‘90s. They can take prom photos, and celebrate groups of local investors. Sun-Times Media is the mentum from the Prop 8 rally going to continue less people to change exclusionary policies and the crowning of a prom king and queen. parent company of the Chicago Sun-Times and grassroots organizing for queer rights. reform services to make homeless LGBT youth General-admission tickets are $150 each; more than 40 other daily and weekly newspapers “There’s a rising tide of LGBTQ rights in this welcome. Others wanted to engage more finan- VIP-admission tickets are $250 each. See www. in the Chicago metropolitan area. Prior to join- country on all levels,” said Rachel Miller, a JTIC cially privileged members of the community to AboutFaceTheatre.com. WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 13 Back at her Oak Park store, she unveiled a full-length, hand-sewn formal dress, made com- pletely from bras. More than 100 bras were used and the dress ultimately was sold for charity. 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A special series in partnership with the AIDS Foundation of Chicago

John Hammell (left) with Keith Richardson, who fought the Boy Scouts’ anti-gay policies, 1990s. Jill Pollack with John Hammell at a Horizons event, December 1991. Photos from the outlines/Windy City Times archives Dentists were particularly hesitant to treat wasn’t how he wanted to be defined,” Connell people with HIV, Grossman said, since bleeding said. Instead, he threw himself into his work. Attorney John Hammell: is common in many dental procedures. The Cen- Colleagues described Hammell as smart, well ters for Disease Control (CDC) issued safety stan- spoken, and strategic. dards, but many medical professionals ignored Despite the serious nature of ACLU work, Ham- He fought the good fight them. mell often made light of everyday situations. “It took a very, very long time for science to “John was fun,” Grossman said with a smile. By Erica Demarest Hammell argued a number of precedent-set- ting cases including one that forced the Chicago catch up with the individual psyches of Ameri- “He had a very dry sense of humor. He was basi- cans,” Grossman said. “People with HIV were re- cally funny all the time.” By the time he was 37 years old, John Hammell Transit Authority to post AIDS-prevention ads ally discriminated against and stigmatized, and Hammell was known for witty quips and im- had accomplished more than most people do in on buses and trains; one that extended federal really spoken of in the foulest terms. … It was promptu songs, Connell said. She recounted an a much longer lifetime. housing protection to HIV-infected patients; tough times for LGBT people. It was tough times instance when Hammell enlisted ACLU co-work- The openly gay attorney and LGBT activist and one that declared a state law compelling for HIV-infected people, and [Hammell] himself ers to help her prepare for an upcoming U.S. won numerous landmark civil rights cases, led HIV testing unconstitutional. was ill.” Supreme Court appearance. the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of “[Hammell] picked up on a new area, which Hammell was HIV-positive. Though he was “It’s the biggest moment in a lawyer’s life,” Illinois’s AIDS and Civil Liberties Project, and was discrimination against persons with HIV in open about his diagnosis, he never focused on Connell said. “I come into work, and there on served in leadership roles at the Howard Brown seeking healthcare treatment,” Grossman said. it. my office door frame is a poster with a contest Health Center and AIDS Foundation of Chicago “There were doctors and dentists who would not “It wasn’t how John defined himself, and it that says ‘Dress Colleen for her Supreme Court (AFC). treat [HIV-positive people].” argument.’” “He was a trailblazer,” ACLU Legal Director Hammell had pasted fashion cutouts from Harvey Grossman said. “[John] was very high- magazines on a large poster board. Outfits in- profile. There were a lot of lawyers in the closet cluded a professional black suit, a chic red en- in those days, and he was a very powerful role semble, Frederick’s of Hollywood lingerie, and a model for people.” baseball uniform (“Hit a home run!”); colleagues Born in 1957, Hammell grew up in Detroit in a voted on their favorite. devout Catholic family. One of six children, Ham- “It was witty; it was clever,” Connell said. “It’s mell was an active Boy Scout who rose to the just completely laugh-out-loud funny because rank of Eagle Scout. He earned bachelor’s and you can only wear the most lawyerly buttoned- master’s degrees in communication studies from down business suit in front of the Supreme Northwestern University, and went on to gradu- Court.” ate from Harvard Law School in 1982. The moment was made even funnier, Grossman In the mid-1980s, Hammell worked for Chi- said, by the fact that Hammell cared very little cago’s Business and Professional People for the for fashion. He frequently made anti-fashion Public Interest (BPI), where he litigated several statements by wearing off-trend pieces such as major racial discrimination cases. his father’s skinny ties, which were not in style ACLU of Illinois Executive Director Colleen Con- at the time. nell recalled noticing Hammell as one of BPI’s “He had a certain delight walking around with, “bright young stars.” what were in those days, very unusual ties,” “Around that same time, in the early 1980s, the Grossman said. “Some of them, I have to say, AIDS epidemic was raging,” Connell said. “The were just ugly.” ACLU of Illinois office was very active both leg- As AIDS law became more established in the islatively and legally … . Our office was really in early 1990s, Hammell began to focus his atten- some ways ground central in Illinois for providing tion on LGBT-related legislation. He was ap- a legal response to the mistreatment of people on pointed director of the ACLU of Illinois’ Gay and the basis of real or perceived HIV status.” Lesbian Rights Project. By 1988, the ACLU of Illinois decided to bring “John was a leader in the LGBT community, on an additional lawyer to work exclusively on particularly in the LGBT legal community,” Con- AIDS cases. Hammell was a natural choice; he nell said. “He brought the ACLU to the LGBT became the first director of the ACLU’s AIDS and community, and vice versa, because he thought Civil Liberties Project. it was absolutely essential that civil rights orga- “He was a wonderful colleague and a really nizations see LGBT rights as a fundamental right smart lawyer,” Connell said. “John was the ulti- just like the First Amendment.” mate coalition builder. … He saw the connectiv- ity of really so many of the issues that the ACLU worked on.” Hammell, Art Johnston and Lori Cannon during Chicago Pride 1992. 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tected sex,” he replied. He never outed himself that I have to go through in my everyday life.” because he wanted them to understand that In 2009 the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) anyone can get HIV/AIDS. reported that Latinos represented 20 percent Pedro Zamora at 40 “Every day I wake up and I say, ‘I am going of new HIV infections. Three times higher than By Emmanuel Garcia involved in speaking out about his status. He to go and educate my community about my dis- that of whites. Lack of awareness and healthcare came into the show with a scrapbook that in- ease, that’s a choice I am making, but it’s not also put Latinos more at risk. If Pedro Zamora was alive today he would have cluded newspaper articles, fliers and pictures of something I have to do,’” he told Rachel during a In that same speech at Stanford University Pe- turned 40 on Feb. 29, something that was incon- him as an HIV/AIDS activist. It was clear from confrontation. “We have a lot in common, aside dro concluded, “There is not one second of my ceivable to him at 22 when he filmed MTV’s The the onset that he would use this new platform from both being Latinos.” day that I am not aware that I am HIV-positive. Real World: San Francisco. to reach more people. If producers predicted that Pedro and Rachel I don’t want to forget that I have AIDS and I Pedro Zamora is remembered as an outspoken Pedro immigrated to Miami from Cuba with would have the biggest conflict because of don’t want you to forget that I have AIDS. You HIV/AIDS educator who used every opportunity his parents when he was eight years old. At the political or religious differences, they quickly have to understand AIDS is part of my life. It’s he had on camera to talk about his battle living time of filming he had been living in the U.S. found out they were wrong. my reality. It’s who I am.” with AIDS. for 13 years. The Zamoras left Cuba on the Mariel Housemate David “Puck” Rainey, a biker from Pedro Zamora died Nov. 11, 1994 at age 22. “I will probably not see the age of 30. I will boatlift, along with 125,000 other Cuban exiles. San Francisco, turned out to be Pedro’s biggest U.S. President Bill Clinton credited Zamora for probably die,” he told a group of students at He told the camera with a subtle Spanish ac- enemy on the show. During filming Pedro was in- his activism, including for his testimony on the Stanford University in a mid-season episode. He cent, “I give thanks every day that I could live vited to talk on local TV news channels to share disease in front of Congress. died Nov. 19, 1994, five months after the crew in America. I live in a place that I could say his story. wrapped filming for the third installment of The who I am and say how I feel without being rep- Rainey grew jealous of the media attention Real World series. rimanded. Some are not going to agree with me, that Pedro received as part of his job as an edu- In 1992 MTV started to experiment with the but I could still say it.” cator. His bad attitude and antagonistic person- concept of unscripted programming or “Reality Zamora was not the only Latino cast on the ality would seem tame today, in comparison to Television.” The concept of The Real World was show; Rachel Campos, an Arizona State Univer- characters in The Bad Girls Club, Jersey Shore or to room a group of seven young people in their sity graduate also made the cut. The Real Housewives of Atlanta. 20s and film them in a different city. Each series Campos self identified as a young Republican However nothing could overshadow what was brought together individuals from backgrounds who was raised in a strict Catholic home. Her unfolding. Pedro began dating Sean Sasser, an that would predictably create conflict with oth- family was the opposite of the Zamoras, who AIDS activist living in San Francisco. It was ers in the house. proudly embraced Pedro’s identity as a gay man the first time young audiences would see an Youth across America applied by sending in living with AIDS. The Zamoras exemplified a sup- HIV couple fall in love. The two bickered over audition tapes for the chance to become famous portive and loving family who rallied around to who would move where after the show ended. from the exposure the cutting-edge cable net- celebrate him at every opportunity. By mid-season Pedro’s T-cell count dropped and work had. It was a new phenomena that would The loving way that they interacted with him his health began to suffer. In a trip to visit his change television and celebrity forever. The in each episode was the image of a Latino family family in Miami he got sick and was unable to San Francisco cast included Pedro Zamora, Da- that is often not seen in scripted television and get medical attention because he did not have vid “Puck” Rainey, Rachel Campos, Cory Murphy, film. Latinos have been historically stereotyped medical insurance. Judd Winick, Mohammed Bilal, Pam Ling and Jo as conservative Catholics. For example, Latino Eventually he received care, but TV audiences Rhodes. men have been portrayed as insensitive “ma- learned that it was not easy for a person to ac- Prior to moving into the house on Lombard cho” womanizers, but the men in Pedro’s family cess healthcare. In the last episodes we saw less Street, producers informed the cast that one could be seen hugging and kissing him hello and of Zamora. He appeared gaunt and fragile. It of their roommates was HIV-positive, but none goodbye. Embracing him with respect and adora- seemed purposeful that most of the shots were were told who. tion. from far away. Viewers were watching him die. During the first 10 minutes of the premier epi- Initially Rachel’s family worried about her liv- In the second to last episode Sean and Pedro sode, Zamora revealed to Murphy on a train ride ing with someone HIV-positive, but that was not married. to San Francisco, “I’m HIV-positive.” When they because they were Latino—it was a lack of edu- In 1994 the U.S. was still trying to understand arrived to meet the other selected six, he told cation. the disease after initial political ignorance and them he was living with AIDS. She invited Pedro to visit her parents in Phoe- widespread misinformation. When high-profile It was a personal journey for the cast and for nix. In that episode her mom invited him to actors and athletes, like Rock Hudson, Magic TV audiences who watched Zamora’s battle with give a talk at the school where she worked. She Johnson and Greg Louganis revealed their HIV- his deteriorating health. appeared nervous that he would talk about his positive status, it gave new faces to the disease, He found out he was positive when he was a queerness to the students, but felt his message but their worldly lifestyle was perceived by ev- junior in high school. He said he became ob- was important. He stood in front of a class- eryday people to have played a role in the trans- sessed with the fact that he could die at any room of seventh graders, behind him on the mission. Still, none had humanized the reality of point and pushed himself to graduate early. chalkboard were written the words HIV/AIDS a person living with HIV/AIDS. Pedro’s courage “When I found out I was HIV-positive, about and VIH/SIDA (the Spanish translation). A boy to tell the truth made him a pioneer. eight months later I started doing AIDS educa- asked, “How was the disease transmitted to Every revelation, every moment, proved to be tion,” he explained to Murphy. you?” a lesson: “I want people to remember my strug- Prior to The Real World, Pedro was actively “I got it through sex, I got it through unpro- gle as a person living with AIDS and [the] crap From top: The cover of the book Pedro and Me, by Pedro Zamora’s Real World roommate Judd Winick, published in 2000; The Real World: San Francisco cast, 1994; A poster for the feature film about Pedro Zamora.

This picture, from Wikipedia, is believed to be among the last taken of Pedro Zamora, seven days before he died in 1994, surrounded by friends and family. 16 March 28, 2012 WINDY CITY TIMES

Robert Rybicki, director of Bonaventure House, that kind of increase, I’m sure you can also find said they can house 30 homeless people with money for increased AIDS funding.” P.I.S.D AIDS, but have a waiting list for 40 more. Bill Greg Lindeman, a member of the board of Test By Jon-Henri Damski Verick, co-chair of the Illinois Gay And Lesbian Positive Aware Network, held up his grandfa- Task Force, held up a bag of pennies worth 38 ther’s felt hat. “My grandfather was a precinct The following column ran in the April 9, 1992 cents. “This is what the Chicago Health Depart- captain in the 9th and 10th wards. He used to Windy City Times. We are re-printing it now in ment is spending per capita to fight AIDS.” He get services for people, like new garbage cans. tribute to longtime Chicago gay columnist Jon- held up another bag with 75 cents in it. “This is In the same tradition, we are here asking for Henri Damski, who was born March 31, 1937 and the increase we are asking.” The alderman were services. Doesn’t this city help its people?” died Nov. 1, 1997. The column has been slightly so taken with Verick’s visuals that they asked Glenn Krejci of P.I.S.D. had an eloquently edited. him to repeat his numbers. written request on 3x5 cards. “Alderman Wojcik, But the star witness for the two days of hear- I live in your ward. People say you are going The P.I.S.D. caucus, People with Immune System ings came from ACT UP/Chicago, and specifically to vote against this resolution. How can you?” Disorders, is an affinity group inside ACT UP/ the P.I.S.D. Caucus. Wojcik chose not to respond to Glenn. Some Chicago, dedicated to fighting AIDS personally Dennis Lenk, former accountant and former speculated that he was there as a Daley ally, and publicly 24 hours a day. They are the core Daley voter, one of the seven-years-plus survi- to make a quorum call and delay the hearings. of the core. Usually, you see them in their oppo- vors, came to the hearing directly from his hos- But when the vote came, he voted ‘yes’ with the sitional mode, protesting in Daley Plaza against pital bed. He had to use his aerosol medication other aldermen present. He could not look Glenn Mayor Richard M. Daley’s sick response to the during his testimony, for he nearly passed out. in the face and vote ‘no’. AIDS crisis. But he made his points most effectively: “While Billy McMillan told me he can’t get primary Members of P.I.S.D. are not just generally an- we sit here and debate the issue of more money, care at a city clinic in his home neighborhood. Jon-Henri Damski (right) with Mayor Richard gry, or sometimes active, they are always PISSED three people will die of AIDS today, and four Like many, he has to go to Cook County. Take and always active. As member Bill McMillan more will be diagnosed.” Ald. Ed Smith (28th), M. Daley, holding a declaration for Jon-Henri three hours going back and forth on the bus. keeps telling us in his speeches, “I will live with chair of the committee, responded, “Be sure, I Damski Day June 4, 1997, at City Hall. Daley Wait three hours to see a doctor. And four more AIDS every moment of my life. When this gather- get your message. Soon it will be four dying and had a rocky start with AIDS activists. From hours to get his prescription. On a routine visit, ing is over, I don’t just go home and think about six getting diagnosed. Believe me, I’m on your the Outlines/Windy City Times archives that could be done by a city clinic near his home it. I live with it! I Fight AIDS with every breath side on this. I will do what I can to get this in two hours, if they would offer primary care I take.” Billy, like many members of P.I.S.D. has resolution passed, and further down the road an services as they promised to do in Daley’s AIDS full blown AIDS; he is not activism for the cam- ordinance to get it into law that we increase Ida Greathouse spoke as a mother with AIDS. Strategic Plan. era, it is his life. what we are doing.” As Dennis left the stand, he “There are many of us. My young son comes to Bruce Barnes, at the first day of the hearing, On the two days of hearings before the the was comforted by his brothers in P.I.S.D., like a demonstrations with me. What’s going to hap- had the book, the City Budget, the size of two health committee of the City Council, several ex- warrior in the lIliad nursed by his fellow com- pen to him when I am gone? Who will take care Chicago phonebooks, put it in his lap by Chair- perts, health professionals and community lead- batants. of him? Do you alderman have to wait until this man Smith, “Now you find where we can get the ers gave excellent testimony. Tim Holland used to live right next door to the plague hits your family, your children, before money.” Assisted by 14 others from P.I.S.D., Dr. Robert Murphy, medical director of North- mayor in Bridgeport. When he would watch the you respond?” Bruce came back with three possible answers, western Hospital’s AIDS treatment unit, spoke mayor’s car and guard come for him in the morn- Sheryl Holtzman of ACT UP/Chicago gave an including an accurate reading of how the city not only as a physician, but as an observer who ing, he wanted to go out on his porch and yell, emotional and tearful account of all her young is saving $5 million on a reduced interest on its could verify that the city has not put more of “I’m HIV Positive. I’m your neighbor, help me.” friends who have died of this pandemic plague. bond rating. He had checked with the market its money into the fight against AIDS in the last But he didn’t have the nerve to interrupt the may- A long list of first names, ending with Danny So- analysts last Friday. three years, even through cases have dramati- or then. But in testimony, he said, “See Mister tomayor’s. “How many more, how much longer?” Our ACT UP-pers maybe pissed about AIDS, but cally increased. Mayor, I’m here. I’m here, I’m your neighbor, and Later she told the media outside, “We’re ask- they meet all challenges. Linda Benson, executive director of Kupona I’m asking for your help. ing for crumbs and Daley gives us is a crummy P.I.S.D. and ACT UP/Chicago proved the queer Network, pointed out how we have lagged way Todd Sears, also a member of Men of All Col- health department. Shame. Shame. Shame!” citizens are also good citizens. Not only can behind in primary care services for African- ors Together (MACT), had a sharp question for the Tim Miller of ACT UP spoke like a wise insider, they surround city hall in angry demonstrations, Americans. Mildred Williamson, administrator of committee: “I’m lucky. I’m white. Doctors have and argued on lines of “cost effectiveness.” “Are but they can also provide testimony, that is di- the Women and Children HIV program at Cook been good to me. I have had over a quarter of a you going to spend a little money now for pre- rect and totally informational. County Hospital, testified that “women and chil- million dollars worth of attention. I get to go to vention and education, or a lot of money later Damski was a columnist for GayLife, Gay dren are [the] fastest growing group of people the fine clinics. But what about my black brothers? for hospital care that only ends in a funeral?” Chicago Magazine, Windy City Times, and with AIDS,” yet the least recognized and at- Why don’t they get the same attention? Why are Tim didn’t knock the aldermen for the recent pay Nightlines/Outlines. He died of melanoma tended. they told to get lost? Why do you think that is?” increase, but said, “if you can find money for complications in 1997. AIDS group: Elizabeth Taylor’s legacy lives on On the one-year anniversary of the passing ment’s prestigious “Queen’s Trophy” for best use of Elizabeth Taylor (Feb. 27, 1932–March 23, of roses. 2011), the Los Angeles-based AIDS Healthcare AHF’s parade entry was designed by award- Foundation (AHF) said Taylor’s groundbreaking winning float designer Raul Rodriquez and was legacy on AIDS continues to live on. built by the respected and award-winning Fiesta Taylor was a fearless and outspoken advocate Parade floats. The float was made of 150,000 on behalf of people with AIDS. At the time of flowers and took the form of an oversized red her death, Michael Weinstein, president of AIDS ribbon, the international symbol of AIDS, with Healthcare Foundation said, “Elizabeth Taylor a circling world globe. There were iconic pho- holds a special place in the hearts of people tographs of Taylor from various stages in her with AIDS and their supporters for her tireless life and career: from National Velvet, her break- efforts to combat this dreaded disease. Long through film as a child; from the film, Cleopatra; before it was fashionable, she was there by our and an iconic photo from her later years when side.” she was devoting much of her life to advocacy In tribute to Taylor for her efforts on AIDS, on AIDS. The photos were rendered in black- AHF created the first-ever AIDS-themed Tourna- and-white, using seeds and grains to capture ment of Roses Parade Float. AHF’s parade entry, the effects of a black-and-white photo. ‘Elizabeth Taylor: Our Champion,’ which AHF en- Now, those three oversize black and white tered in the 123rd Tournament of Roses Parade, photos of Taylor constructed from seeds and was seen by more than 40 million U.S. viewers grains for AHF’s Rose Parade float will be incor- as well as more than 20 million international porated into different floats that will participate viewers of the parade Jan. 2, 2012. The float in upcoming gay pride parades taking place later served as reminder of Taylor’s enormous compas- this spring in West Hollywood, Long Beach and sion and tireless work on AIDS and also as a San Francisco. Concept image of Tournament of Roses Parade float honoring Elizabeth Taylor. stark reminder that the fight against AIDS is not See www.aidshealth.org . over. AHF’s Taylor tribute float won the Tourna- WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 17

Groups testify for Affordable Care Act By Erica Demarest

As the U.S. Supreme Court gears up for oral ar- guments, two HIV/AIDS heavyweights are urging justices to find the Patient Protection and Af- fordable Care Act (ACA) constitutional. Lambda Legal and the National Minority AIDS Council (NMAC) earlier this year filed friend-of- the-court briefings. Each amicus brief details how the ACA will improve access to care and augment prevention services. “The ACA is a crucial bridge between the cur- rent state of the domestic epidemic and a future that is free from AIDS,” said Scott Schoettes, Honorees at the awards. Photo by Jamie Anne Royce Lambda Legal’s HIV project director. “When Congress enacted the ACA in 2010, only 17% of people living with HIV had private health insur- HIV advocates honored for work ance... With continuing prevention education, early detection, and quality care for everyone By Jamie Anne Royce Matthildur “Matta” Kelley, case manager at living with HIV, we have the power to stem the Community Outreach Intervention Projects HIV/AIDS epidemic.” The AIDS Legal Council of Chicago (ALCC) in (COIP), started working on the streets with in- The ACA was signed into law in March 2010. partnership with the Windy City Times presented jection drug users. As a result, COIP saw a 70 Its principle provisions included an expansion of Outstanding Advocate of the Year awards to six percent reduction in new HIV infections among healthcare access and several industry practice people working in the HIV/AIDS community. the people Kelley was serving. reforms, such as changes to pre-existing condi- ALCC assists low-income people with HIV in State Rep. Greg Harris is Illinois’s highest- tion clauses. Chicago with legal issues, including discrimina- ranking openly HIV-positive elected official. Har- The law’s constitutionality was immediately tion, Social Security benefits, wills and powers of ris’s staff member Coleman Goode accepted the challenged in federal courts, and the U.S. Su- attorney. award on his behalf, saying, “As someone who preme Court will begin to weigh in on cases this A reception preceded the awards ceremony at is HIV positive, it is nice to see someone who is month. Sidley Ausin LLP at One S. Dearborn, attended by also HIV positive on the House floor advocating In its briefing, NMAC urged the Court to uphold long-time activists and professionals providing for me, because I can’t always do it myself.” the ACA’s Medicaid expansion, which would elim- HIV/AIDS related care and services. Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN)—a na- inate current disability requirements and expand “Tonight’s the night we celebrate our friends,” tional model for peer-led programs supporting, eligibility to those making up to 133 percent of said Ann Hilton Fisher, executive director of the serving, educating and empowering people with the federal poverty level. AIDS Legal Council of Chicago. “We’re a small HIV—has been serving the community since Presently, low-income citizens who are HIV- piece of the HIV community in Chicago and we 1987. Partners Ed Jeske and John Hern have been positive are not eligible for Medicaid until they Counter-clockwise from top left: TPAN’s Bill all work together.” working with the AIDS Legal Council of Chicago are disabled by an AIDS diagnosis. Farrand; COIP’s Koorey Kooistra with honoree Fisher stressed that while the community has for more than 10 years, raising thousands of dol- “[The] current Medicaid eligibility require- Matthildur “Matta” Kelley; State Rep. made great strides, people are still dying of AIDS complications and people are still being discrim- lars for the organization and donating their time ments lack both sense and humanity,” said NMAC Greg Harris’ chief-of-staff Coleman Goode, inated against for carrying the HIV virus. She in- for everything from stuffing envelopes to event Director of Legislative and Public Affairs Kali accepting on behalf of Harris; partners Ed dicated that because of that, the community still planning. “The honorees are competent, compas- Lindsey. “They create a system in which indi- Jeske and John Hern; Alexian Brothers AIDS needs fierce advocates like the award winners. sionate people who are only trying to do what is viduals must be diagnosed with AIDS in order Ministry ED Cheryl Potts. Photos by Kevin Honorees included: Cheryl Potts, executive di- best for others. We are so proud to be associated to gain access to the very treatments that could Beaney, except where otherwise indicated have prevented that diagnosis in the first place. rector of Alexian Brothers AIDS Ministry, who has with them,” said Jeske. This endangers the health of the very people dedicated her career to advocating for people “Each advocate does terrific work and makes that Medicaid is meant to serve, while raising with HIV. She cited the meeting of a 4-year-old a tremendous impact in the health and lives of program costs by delaying care until the latest girl early in her career with changing her life. people with HIV,” said Ricardo Cifuentes, direc- stages of the disease.” “She taught me the most important thing in life tor of development at the AIDS Legal Council of For its part, Lambda Legal focused on the link is to give a damn and open a door,” said Potts. Chicago. between the ACA, healthcare and prevention. Lambda argued the federal government’s contro- versial individual mandate is, in fact, constitu- tional under the Commerce and Necessary and Proper clauses. “The ACA’s interconnected reforms … are a proper exercise of Congress’s power to address a broken national healthcare finance system and directly expand access to health insurance for millions of people living with HIV,” said Susan Sommer, Lambda Legal’s director of constitution- al litigation. Sommer continued: “Congress has acted many times in the past to prevent the exclusion of particular groups from interstate markets. It un- doubtedly has the power to take such action to allow people with pre-existing conditions, like HIV, to participate in the national healthcare in- surance market.” Four national organizations, including amFAR and the HIV Medicine Association, joined NMAC in its filing; more than 130 organizations have endorsed Lambda Legal’s amicus brief. The ACA is widely considered the most prolific HIV/AIDS legislation since the Ryan White CARE Act. “The list of supporters for our brief … contin- ues to grow because of the law’s enormous po- tential to impact the domestic AIDS epidemic,” Schoettes said. 18 March 28, 2012 WINDY CITY TIMES WINDY CITY VIEWPOINTS TIMES Americans. youth into the conversation about the issues VOL. 27, No. 25, March 28, 2012 MARY There is Rosalee, who was raised by her aunt that shape their futures? The combined forces of Windy City Times, and uncle and is about to become the first in And we most often do all of this work without founded Sept. 1985, and Outlines newspaper, MORTEN her family to attend college; Carter, a football consulting one single young person. founded May 1987. captain who was adopted by two gay men when We asked several young people as they exited PUBLISHER & EXECUTIVE EDITOR he was 10; Ansheera, a self-identified gender- film screenings in Madison—where we had three Tracy Baim queer youth who has struggled to gain accep- overflow crowds for three separate screenings— tance from her family and who has become an what they thought about the film. One young ASSISTANT PUBLISHER Terri Klinsky activist in response; Morgan, a middle-class sub- woman said that after seeing Woke Up Black, MANAGING EDITOR Andrew Davis BUSINESS MANAGER Meghan Streit urban college student whose parents have both she knew she did not have to play sports or be DIRECTOR OF NEW MEDIA Jean Albright When will we attained success in white-collar jobs; and Shel- in a rap video to be successful. One young man ART DIRECTOR Kirk Williamson don, an organizer at a South Side community said that if the young men featured in the film SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGERS: Terri Klinsky, Amy listen to organization who was incarcerated at age 17, could succeed, he could as well; he knew he had Matheny, Kirk Williamson, Dave Ouano, Kirk Smid PROMOTIONAL SUPPORT Cynthia Holmes and is attending college part-time while working to try harder to make life better for himself and NIGHTSPOTS MANAGING EDITOR Kirk Williamson Black youth? to get his record expunged. his younger brother. At the University of Chi- NATIONAL SALES Rivendell Media, 212-242-6863 We initially thought that we would only have cago screening, an adult community organizer SENIOR WRITERS Kate Sosin, Bob Roehr, Rex If you had a problem in the Black community, these youth speak in the film. But we soon real- told us that the film made him realize his own Wockner, Marie J. Kuda, David Byrne, Tony Per- and you brought in a group of white people to egrin, Lisa Keen, Yasmin Nair, Erica Demarest ized we needed to include the adults in their homophobia. His eyes had been opened about discuss how to solve it, almost nobody would THEATER EDITOR Scott C. Morgan lives—the parents and guardians whose involve- how difficult it was for young people who were CINEMA WRITER Richard Knight, Jr. take that panel seriously. In fact, there’d prob- ment, or lack thereof, played a critical role in gay and had been rejected by their parents. BOOKS WRITER Yasmin Nair ably be a public outcry. It would be the same shaping their future. Often, when we do screenings in communi- SPORTS WRITER Ross Forman thing for women’s issues or gay issues. But every ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT WRITERS A close friend said that he thought the youth ties across the country, well-meaning organizers day, in local arenas all the way to the White Mary Shen Barnidge, Steve Warren, Lawrence Fer- were all exceptional, and that this was why the want to populate the post-screening panels with ber, Mel Ferrand, Jerry Nunn, Jonathan Abarbanel House, adults sit around and decide what prob- film has been so well received. adults who run youth development organiza- COLUMNISTS/WRITERS: Yvonne Zipter, Jorjet lems youth have and what youth need, without Well, I agree—the youth in this film are ex- tions and want to talk about their own work. We Harper, Lee Lynch, Alex Lubischer, Charlsie Dewey, ever consulting us. Carrie Maxwell, Billy Masters, Tyler Gillespie, Sarah ceptional—but they are not exceptions. There always push back and say we want to hear from These are the words of 17-year-old Jason, a Toce, Dana Rudolph, Sally Parsons, Emmanuel are many more stories of African-American youth youth on the panel—not adults. We must create Garcia, Jamie Anne Royce, Joe Franco Bronx resident and member of the teen activist who serve their communities, who are excellent a space for youth to be part of the solution and SENIOR PHOTOGRAPHERS Kat Fitzgerald, Mel organization Youth Force. They are the words I students, who never use drugs, and who have no not just be seen as the problem. Ferrand, Hal Baim, Steve Starr, Emmanuel Garcia, chose to open my film, Woke Up Black—because Dave Ouano, Tim Carroll criminal records. I know well that my film, in itself, is far from now more than ever, the voices of African-Amer- CIRCULATION We just don’t hear these stories—not until enough. How do we create a space where we ican youth need to be heard in conversations CIRCULATION DIRECTOR Jean Albright someone like Trayvon Martin is killed. Not un- hear about the reality of young Black lives? We about the issues that shape their lives. DISTRIBUTION: Ashina, Allan, Dan, John, Renee, til someone like George Zimmerman makes clear made this world. This is the world our youth Sue and Victor Recently in Florida, the nation witnessed a just how pervasive, and deadly, the assumption came into—why are we not willing to bring our WEB HOSTING: LoveYourWebsite.com (lead pro- tragic reminder of how the lives of our youth can grammer: Martie Marro) that all African-American males are potential youth into the conversation about the issues be shaped, and cut short, by forces beyond their criminals is. that shape their futures? control. Trayvon Martin, a 17-year-old boy in the Reactions to Woke Up Black have been over- We talk about the concerns of Black youth; we Copyright 2012 Lambda Publications Inc./Windy City Media Orlando suburb of Sanford with no criminal re- Group; All rights reserved. Reprint by permission only. Back whelmingly positive. I believe that is, in large lament their limited opportunities, and we de- cord, was shot and killed Feb. 26 while running issues (if available) for $5 per issue (postage included). part, because the film tells stories that do not velop programs, make laws and craft policies for Return postage must accompany all manuscripts, drawings, an errand by a neighborhood watch captain. The and photographs submitted if they are to be returned, and make the news. Woke Up Black does not ignore the supposed purpose of trying to make things captain, George Zimmerman, had told the 911 no responsibility may be assumed for unsolicited materials. the difficult realities that African-American better for these marginalized, often-ignored All rights to letters, art and photographs sent to Windy dispatcher that Trayvon looked “like he’s up to youth face; the film tackles issues like the me- youth. Yet we most often do all of this work City Times will be treated as unconditionally assigned no good or he’s on drugs or something.” He also for publication purposes and as such, subject to editing dia’s negative portrayal of Black youth, sex and without consulting one single young person. and comment. The opinions expressed by the columnists, asserted that “[s]omething’s wrong with [Mar- relationships, family structures and the impor- Our film’s title comes from one young man cartoonists, letter writers, and commentators are their own tin]... He’s got something in his hands. I don’t and do not necessarily reflect the position ofWindy City tance of education. Yet it allows its viewers to from Bayiew in San Francisco, who said:, “I Times. Publication of the name, photograph, or likeness of know what his deal is.” Trayvon was carrying a see themselves in a hopeful light. For I know don’t drink, I don’t do drugs, but I get treated a person or organization in articles or advertising in Windy cell phone, a bag of Skittles and an iced tea. He City Times is not to be construed as any indication of the that if our youth are constantly fed a stream the same way as my friends who do all that. I sexual orientation of such person or organization. While was guilty of no crime other than being African- of negative stories about youth like themselves guess I just woke up Black.” we encourage readers to support the advertisers who make American, and was, therefore, suspicious. this newspaper possible, Windy City Times cannot accept and their prospects for the future, stories be- If not now, when? When will we create spaces I made Woke Up Black to document what Tray- responsibility for advertising claims. come prophecies, and those prophecies become for Black youth to speak on their own behalf? von’s story tells us—how race can influence and (773) 871-7610 FAX (773) 871-7609 self-fulfilling. How many lives have to be lost? e-mail: [email protected] or override many other factors in determining the But I also know that my film, in itself, is far This column also ran on Huffington Post, [email protected] futures of African-American youth. I spent two from enough. 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The AIDS Ministry provides the op- Executive Director in this year’s LGBT Consumer Index the HIV/AIDS community for the honor and rec- portunity for personal growth and excellence of Alexian Brothers AIDS Ministry Survey. Out of approximately 100 print and online media partners who ognition. It means so much to me after working each person who walks through our open door. Chicago participated in the survey, Windy in the field for 14 years (and volunteering for I would be remiss as an AIDS advocate to City was the best performing regional 18) to get accolades from colleagues who I hold not object to and seek clarification of the word AIDS Legal Council of Chicago Executive Director “destitute.” It is a commendation to HIV/AIDS Ann Hilton Fisher responded: media in the U.S. Only survey partners in such high esteem. So many talented, commit- with a nationwide footprint were service providers and to all men and women liv- We are so grateful to Windy City Times for co- ted individuals preceded me and I look forward able to generate a greater number of ing with HIV/AIDS in the Chicagoland area that sponsoring the Advocates of the Year Awards and to the recipients to follow in these next years. responses.” ­­—David Marshall, Research for the wonderful article about this year’s great I do want to address one word that was used in we have come so far from the days in the 1980’s Director, Community Marketing, Inc. the Windy City Times article describing my work where individuals had little resources and com- award winners in last week’s paper. at Alexian Brothers AIDS Ministry: “destitute.” forts. The men and women who make Alexian We want to acknowledge that we were the ones To me, “destitute” implies a lack of ALL resourc- Brothers AIDS Ministry home are full of riches of responsible for using the word “destitute” to de- es for a person’s subsistence; it carries a conno- spirit and accomplishment. They make me proud scribe those who receive such excellent services tation of hopelessness. I strongly disagree that to come to work every day and be a part of such from Bonaventure House. We, of course, were us- the people living with HIV whose homes exist at a dedicated community. ing the word strictly in the economic sense. We Bonaventure House, The Harbor and Bettendorf I again thank the AIDS Legal Council of Chi- agree with Ms. Potts that her clients, and ours, Place, embody this definition. On the contrary, cago and Windy City Times for the recognition are rich in many other ways and bring great gifts the residents of our programs come to us with they bestowed upon me. 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SCOTTISH PLAY SCOTT ‘Angels’ arise at Court Theatre

BY SCOTT C. MORGAN line, or Change by Kushner and composer Jeanine Tesori in 2008, and then Newell drew Court Theatre artistic director Charles Newell even more admiration the esteemed playwright was taken aback when Pulitzer Prize-winning by directing Kushner’s adaptation of Pierre Cor- out playwright Tony Kushner prodded him to di- neille’s The Illusion in 2010. rect Angels in America. In light of those productions, Kushner and “I went ‘Oh my God!,” said Newell, recalling Newell became closer friends and artistic col- his reaction when first asked to take on Angels. leagues. Initially the two were discussing future “We then had an extensive conversation about collaborations with Newell directing Kushner ad- why.” aptations of works by Brecht and Goethe, before Angels in America, of course, is Kushner’s epic the suggestion for Angels in America arose. Tony Kushner (left) and Charles Newell. Photo courtesy of Court Theatre and multi-award-winning drama dealing with “When Tony Kushner says I want you to direct AIDS that premiered in the early 1990s and has ‘Angels in America,’ how can you say no? And since been staged around the world. Broken into yet I needed to make sure I was really doing (sets), Mike Tutaj (projections), Keith Parham follows a wildly acclaimed off-Broadway revival two parts, Millennium Approaches and Perestroi- it for the right reasons for myself and for the (lighting) and Joshua Horvath (sound), Newell that played at the Signature Theatre in New York ka, Angels in America teems with magical real- theater and for our community,” Newell said. “It said, “I feel all the design work we did ahead of last year, and will feature Kushner’s newly-re- ism and plenty of political commentary on life, just had incredibly profound things to say ask- time required six or seven radical iterations to vised take on Perestroika. religion and politics under the administration of ing how do we take care of ourselves, how do we finally arrive at ideas that are working very well. Throughout rehearsals, Newell said he’s been President Ronald Regan. take care of each other? Those ideas and those I’m very glad to say that we have hit upon an in contact with Kushner who is still offering up Angels in America mixes historical characters questions seemed even more pressing and more idea that I think is going to carry us all to the ideas and suggestions. alongside fictional ones dreamed up by Kushner necessary today than ever. So I came back to end of the play’s epilogue.” “I think he very much wanted this piece to be for his heady work that he subtitled “A Gay Fan- Tony and said I would be honored to do this Newell is also pleased to be work with many playing in Chicago during an election season,” tasia on National Themes.” It starts in 1985 at piece at Court.” Chicago acting veterans in the cast like Mary Newell said. “I’m thrilled that Court has taken the height of the AIDS crisis in New York, and Of course, it’s easier said than done when it Beth Fisher, Hollis Resnick, Larry Yando, Heidi on this challenge and I hope that people come journeys along the way to Salt Lake City, Ant- comes to staging an epic like Angels in America. Kettenring, alongside some up-and-coming ac- to see both parts in what ever way they can. But arctica and even heaven as eight actors portray The play it calls for so many different locations tors such as Eddie Bennet, Michael Pogue and if they can see both on a single day, I think that multiple characters dealing with love, loss, sick- and theatrical effects like a flying angel who Geoff Packard. is a very special way to see this play.” ness, death, prescription drugs and more. crashes in to proclaim an ill HIV-positive man to “I feel incredibly lucky and fortunate to have Angels in America Part 1: Millennium Ap- “It’s an incredibly ambitious and incredibly be to a spiritual prophet. so many [actors] that I have a long history with, proaches and Angels in America Part 2: Per- challenging undertaking for any theater to do “This is certainly the most ambitious produc- and some actors in the company who are new to estroika run in repertory now through Sunday, both parts of this play,” Newell said. tion in terms of the resources of Court Theatre. me and to Court Theatre,” Newell said, reflecting June 30, at the Court Theatre, 5535 S. Ellis This isn’t the first time Newell has directed Just even the architecture of the building is on his nearly 20 years of working in Chicago. “I Ave. Tickets are $35-$65 (special two-play works by Kushner at Court Theatre. Newell being stretched,” Newell said, noting how the think we have the best of the Chicago acting packages are available). Call 773-753-4472 helmed a critically acclaimed and Jeff Award- 251–seat theater lacks a suitable fly space. community in the cast.” or visit www.courttheatre.org. winning production of the 2004 musical Caro- Working with designers like John Clubert The Court Theatre revival of Angels in America 20 March 28, 2012 WINDY CITY TIMES THEATER REVIEW Steinberg engineers the copious distribution of gore appropriate to a tale of revenge. F---ing A Emotional intensity smoldering on the brink Playwright: Suzan-Lori Parks of ignition is Urban Theater’s stock-in-trade, At: Urban Theatre at the Beacon but any first production in a new space pres- Beyond Street Hull House, 4520 N. Beacon St. ents unforeseen challenges—especially when the Tickets: 312-239-8783; the auditorium is big enough to house a dozen Horizon. www.urbantheaterchicago.org; $20 of the storefronts comprising this neighbor- Photo by Runs through: April 15 hood company’s former quarters. Lyndsay Rose Scott Kane and Madrid St. Angelo, veteran players of Cooper BY MARY SHEN BARNIDGE

It’s a “brand” in more ways than one, the scarlet “A” worn by Hester Smith, signifying her trade as an abortionist. It is—as she explains to her likewise bloody-aproned suitor, the local butch- er—her “shingle and license,” guaranteeing her customers the best-quality surgical care offered in this remote tropical Third World country, where gynecological information is shared in a polyglot patois spoken only by women. Adultery, THEATER REVIEW that young love can be disastrous when acted that old-school source for the stigmatic emblem, upon impulsively, and how getting tied down is practiced by Hester’s friend and confederate, Beyond the can ruin one’s life’s ambitions. So it’s a safe Canary Mary, mistress to the nation’s Mayor, bet to guess that things won’t turn out well for whose wife is unable to conceive. This barren Horizon the folks onstage from the instant you spot the First Lady’s wealthy parents, we learn, are re- Playwright: Eugene O’Neill peeling wallpaper of Joe Schermoly’s effectively sponsible for sending Hester’s son to prison for At: Eclipse Theatre Company foreshadowing set design. stealing food—an injustice invoking a mother’s at Athenaeum Theatre, 2136 N. Southport F---ing A. Photo by Gia Director Lou Contey is mostly effective at wrath. Tickets: 773-935-6860 or www.eclipsethe- steering his actors to barrel through the text Playwright Suzan-Lori Parks makes only atre.com; $28 without lingering too long over some of the passing reference to Nathaniel Hawthorne’s Runs through: April 22 more overwrought dramatic passages about male classroom staple, borrowing more freely from troupes specializing in epic extravaganzas (Vi- pride. Yet there are times that you wish the en- Brechtian motifs imposed upon a plot lifted talist Theatre et al.), enable Canary Mary and the BY SCOTT C. MORGAN semble wouldn’t hold back and go all out for the from Jacobean tragedy. The nebulously exotic Butcher to readily assume command of the stage heightened melodrama (particularly when the setting, with its ethnically mixed populace, for their appearances, as does Kelly Owens’ Hes- Love does not conquer all in Eugene O’Neill’s Mayo brothers fail to meet the level of their an- conjures an anarchic society where criminals ter, whom director Richard Perez wisely locates 1920 drama Beyond the Horizon. And as the first grily bursting father played unsettlingly by Brian are pursued by sadistic bounty hunters and con- downstage whenever practical. play in Eclipse Theatre Company’s three-show Parry). victs’ families are encouraged to buy their kin’s Further adjustments are needed, however, be- season dedicated to O’Neill (the only American Among the love-triangle-trio, Wehrman comes release. A screen mounted on the upstage wall fore the operatic scope demanded by the sheer dramatist to win the Nobel Prize for Literature), off best as the sickly and pride-filled Robert who flashes projected scene titles and translations size of the Beacon Street Hull House—once the rarely produced Beyond the Horizon is an realizes all too well of the mistakes he’s made in of the aforementioned “women’s talk,” while a home to the musicals of Black Ensemble—can interesting historical work to explore. life. I would have liked a bit more passion and two-piece stageside orchestra supplies accom- be wholly reconciled with the intimate connec- Beyond the Horizon won O’Neill the first of the aggravation from Shain’s Ruth, while some more paniment for the text-based song snippets man- tion between players and audience characteriz- four Pulitzer Prizes for Drama he would receive self-awareness from Swift as Andrew might have dated by the aesthetic of “alienation” (another ing the Urban Theater experience. for his works, which range in style from realism made Eclipse’s Beyond the Horizon feel more Brechtian term). Finally, violence designer Zev to experimental plays. Beyond the Horizon is an tragic than it does now. early O’Neill work, and therefore might be a tad Among the supporting cast, the always-com- too melodramatic for some modern tastes. at the rigid gender roles prevalent in the post- plaining Mrs. Atkins of Kate Harris is a guilty de- Beyond the Horizon focuses on a love triangle THEATER REVIEW WW II years. Director David New chooses to light when set against the more understanding between two brothers and a neighboring Massa- address the more timely existential question Mayo matriarch of Molly Lyons. Zach Bloomfield Tea and Sympathy chusetts farm woman in the early 20th century. of individual identity, however, instructing his is also very genial as the intruding Irish seafar- Playwright: Robert Anderson Robert Mayo (John Wehrman) is more of a book- actors to look beneath the surface of what ing uncle, Captain Scott. At: The Artistic Home at ish dreamer, while his brother, Andrew (Nathan- their characters may profess for hints of doubt Beyond the Horizon can’t be lumped with Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. iel Swift), is a natural-born farmer. Everyone regarding their society’s insistence on “learn- O’Neill’s greatest works, but it does provide a Tickets: 773-327-5252; expects neighbor Ruth Atkins (Emily Shain) to ing to run with the other horses,” and in taste of what was to come. Eclipse’s production www.stage773.org; $28-$32 marry Andrew, but when she shifts her affections doing so, rendering the text’s ambiguities— is good on an informative historical level, if not Runs through: April 22 to Robert right before he is set to take a long some maybe undetected by the author—to so much for its nuanced dramatics. sea voyage, many hopes and dreams among the BY MARY SHEN BARNIDGE develop on their own merits. two families are soon derailed. Thus it is that the character most engaging What’s interesting is the case O’Neill makes One reason that Robert Anderson’s 1953 play our sympathies is not the lad suffering un- is conspicuously absent from the annals of der his peers’ bullying and his father’s disap- early gay drama is that although its topic is a pointment, nor the woman frustrated by her teenage boy accused of being queer, the dra- wedded partner’s disaffinity for the attention SPOTLIGHT matic question is not “is he or isn’t he?” or she craves—though Andrew Cutler and Kate even, “so what if he is?” but “who says he is?” Tummelson acquit themselves admirably as In other words, it’s the universal dilemma of the saintly cross-generation lovers—but Peter self-definition vs. acceptance of others’ judg- DeFaria’s Reynolds, whose allegiance to the ments, whether friend or foe. Nowadays, the masculine values of his age belies his visible more problematic issue is that of an authority desire for the intimacy denied him. Following What is the dividing line between white peo- figure—in this case, a faculty wife—offering the Artistic Home’s fresh look at this Ameri- ple being inspired by and stealing from African- her affections to the troubled student as a can classic, the question beguiling us is what American artists? Kevin Coval, a Chicago poet, test of his sexual preferences. lie he lives, and how long will he wait for his- author and co-founder/artistic director of Loud- Oh, it’s all legal: Tom Lee is 18—barely— tory to liberate him from the herd? er Than a Bomb: The Chicago Youth Poetry Fes- and Laura Reynolds, by declaring her intent tival, explores the issue by adapting his book to leave her super-jock husband, has, in ef- L-Vis Lives! Racemusic Poems into his one-man fect, relinquished any claim to administrative stage show L-Vis Live! Victory Gardens The- status. Still, while she is clearly distinguish- ater’s Freshly Squeezed Series presentation of able from the campus cougars who deliber- L-Vis Live! continues through Saturday, April ately tease the hormone-racked adolescents, 14, at the Richard Christiansen Theater in the as well as the freethinking male professors Victory Gardens Biograph Theater, 2433 N. Lin- who claim to see nothing unseemly in skinny- coln Ave. Previews continue nightly at 7:30 dipping with minors, when the bewildered p.m. through Thursday, March 29, before an of- Mr. Reynolds notes his spouse’s propensity ficial opening at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 30. for “mothering” sensitive youths on the brink Performances then continue at 7:30 p.m. Thurs- of adulthood, we can’t help but wonder if he days through Saturdays. Tickets are $10-$20; might have a point. call 773-871-3000 or visit www.victorygardens. If all of Anderson’s het males were portrayed Tea and Sympathy. Photo from Kristin org. Photo of Coval courtesy of Victory Gardens as thuggish pigs, it would be easy for us to Collins Theater jeer (as several opening-night playgoers did) WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 21

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* Windy City Media Group includes Windy City Times, Nightspots and [email protected] * 22 March 28, 2012 WINDY CITY TIMES Michael Feinstein celebrates the ‘American Songbook’ BY TERRI-LYNNE WALDRON comfortable with that aspect of it but I don’t think about it. Entertainer Michael Feinstein has amassed a WCT: Did you film any part of the series in career as an interpreter of the American Song- Chicago? book—timeless standards originally sung by leg- AE: Actually that’s one place that we have ends such as not been and it’s not because we don’t want to; Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra and Irving Berlin. it’s because the whole structure of this is built The five-time Grammy-nominated Feinstein is around Michael’s touring schedule and we go the host of the PBS documentary series, Michael where he goes. I would say 80 percent of all of Feinstein’s American Songbook, which recently the archival footage that we used in the series wrapped season two. Feinstein and producer/di- and especially in the DVD extras comes from a rector Amber Edwards talked to Windy City Times Chicago collector, J. Fred MacDonald, who had about America’s rich musical heritage and gave this amazing 9,000-square-foot warehouse full us a sneak peek into the DVD extras from Season of films. [He] has been incredibly generous with two. us and just this last year consigned his collec- Windy City Times: Tell me about working on tion to the Library of Congress. He had all of the Michael Feinstein plays one of Liberace’s rhinestone-encrusted pianos at the now-closed Lib- season two of Michael Feinstein’s American Liberace television programs and just a mind- erace Museum in Las Vegas. Photo by Dave Davidson, Hudson West Productions Songbook. bending amount of stuff that we’ve been enjoy- Michael Feinstein: I’m delighted that we cre- ing rifling through. Feinstein: Yes I did, and I knew him. I saw ated a second season of the show because the WCT: Michael, you were born in Columbus, his last show at Radio City Music Hall but no subject is infinite. I’m very grateful to Amber Ohio, and you learned to play piano by ear one knew that it was going to be his last show. CRITICS’ PICKS for finding a way to dramatize my peculiar exis- at the age of 5. What type of music were you My companion at the show was Shana Alexander, tence in a fashion that seems to appeal to many listening to at that time? the brilliant author of a number of books. She people and brings attention to this American Feinstein: I was listening to the music that kept commenting that a lot of Liberace’s humor Gypsy, Drury Lane Theatre, Oakbrook Ter- musical heritage. my parents were listening to which was music was scatological and how odd it was that he was race, through April 1. Klea Blackhurst gives a human and powerhouse vocal performance Amber Edwards: And also with the DVD and on television and the radio. That was the day inciting all these ladies to a sexual fever pitch. of many variety shows so I heard a lot of the as Madame Rose, usually just written off as Blu-ray we’re able to include a lot of stuff you WCT: Why is this DVD a must-have ? “the stage mother from hell.” This glorious didn’t see in the series. For example, in the DVD standards because of shows like Sing Along With Feinstein: The DVDs contain extraordinary ar- rendition of the hit musical based upon the extras for this season we have the entire Bobby Mitch and The Lawrence Welk Show. I heard pop chival footage of people like Rosemary Clooney memoirs of burlesque queen Gypsy Rose Lee Short set that he did on Hugh Hefner’s “Play- music on the radio and pop music consisted of and Frank Sinatra footage that is not available shouldn’t be missed. SCM boy’s Penthouse” TV show. So instead of most of standards alongside rock and roll and all pop in any other form. To be able to have access Hair, Paramount Theatre, Aurora, through one song you have five songs. And we have five things that were happening. to these images in high-definition Blu-ray is April 1. This iconic 1960s “tribal love-rock extra Liberace songs and all of Al Bowlly’s film WCT: At that time, did your family know unique. The shows themselves I’m proud of be- musical” caps off Paramount’s amazing first appearances, plus 12 or 13 Michael Feinstein ad- that you were a musical genius in the mak- cause they put the heritage of this music in a season of producing its own Broadway- ditional performances, so it’s a lot of bang for ing? context that I think is entertaining, educational caliber productions. Go see Hair in all its your buck. Feinstein: Well they still don’t know that. and unique. WCT: How did you come to collaborate with [Laughs] They knew that I had an unusual abil- uninhibited glory. SCM WCT: Is there going to be a season three? A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Chicago PBS on the show? ity to sit down and play without ever having had AE: Yes; for season three we are in the throws Feinstein: It’s because of Amber. She con- lessons and that was significant to them. But Shakespeare Theater, through April 8. Gary of planning some additional shoots. We’ve filmed Griffin works his wizardry on the classroom ceived the idea and approached PBS about it— how far it was going to go or what it meant at Michael with Stephen Sondheim and with Angela and how could I not say yes? [All laugh.] that time remained to be revealed. I didn’t know classic with oodles of sensory dazzle, but Lansbury, and we just filmed a session with him it’s Elizabeth Ledo’s ambisexual Puck that AE: Very easily. Perhaps if you had known what that I was going to have a career in music; I just taping a radio program that he’s now doing for you were getting into you wouldn’t have said knew that I loved it. It wasn’t like Mozart was steals the show. MSB [National Public Radio], with Joshua Bell and The North Plan, Theater Wit, through yes! born into the family! Jeremy Denk, so we’re getting a little classi- Feinstein: It’s true that it is a great deal of WCT: Have you heard from a younger genera- April 1. Nobody does grassroots revolu- cal crossover in there. We’re very much looking tion like Jason Wells and Kate Buddeke as work to create the show because it is sort of a tion of music fans since the series aired? forward to season three and some more wacky they light the spark to fiery holocaust in highbrow reality show on one level, and because Feinstein: It has been wonderful that it is adventures. this sinister/slapstick look at uprisings in of that it is invasive and that was the biggest reaching all ages, including young people. To purchase seasons one and two of Michael humble quarters. MSB consideration about how it would effect my life WCT: Did you ever get to see Liberace per- Feinstein’s American Songbook on DVD and and how much I wanted to reveal. I’m still not form live? Blu-ray, visit www.shoppbs.org To find out —By Abarbanel, Barnidge more about Michael Feinstein, visit www.mi- and Morgan chaelfeinstein.com. CULTURE CLUB Pass,” which includes all three performances Chicago Slam Works as well as tickets to the weekly “Uptown Po- hosts poetry slams etry Slam” and the monthly “Encyclopedia Chicago Slam Works is presenting its pre- Show.” miere season of three original performances showcasing Chicago’s slam scene. There will be three world premieres: “Two Sides” on Tuesday, April 3; “Dead or Alive” on Friday, May 25; and “In Any Tongue” on Saturday, July 21. “Two Sides” will pair Chicago’s best sto- rytellers with the city’s finest poets to tell their true, poignant and sometimes hilarious stories. Featured poets include Dan “Sully” Sullivan, Jamila Woods, Kristiana Rae Colon, Reggie Eldridge, Shelley Geiszler Randall and Molly Meacham. Storytellers include Saman- tha Irby, Shannon Cason, Scott Whitehair, Bill Hillmann, Cara Brigandi and Janna Sobel. “Two Sides” is directed by CSW Artistic Direc- torJ. W. Basilo. All performances are at 8 p.m. at the Vittum Theater, 1012 N. Noble St. Prior to the first performance, patrons may purchase a “Slam Jamila Woods. WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 23 ART REVIEW: BROOKLYN MUSEUM ‘The New York Journalism of Djuna Barnes’ by Kelsy Chauvin Barnes was after. As an intrepid reporter, she Barnes’ personal history explains where some sought the subjective view. It meant putting of her atypical sensibilities came from. She was Djuna Barnes (1892–1982) was just 21 when she herself in the shoes of those she wrote about— raised in a non-traditional household even by marched into the Brooklyn Daily Eagle and de- contrary to the “just the facts” journalism of her today’s standards. Her childhood home in Long clared, “I can draw and write and you’d be fool- peers. This approach allowed her creativity to Island, N.Y., included her eight siblings, both ish not to hire me.” Her statement says much emerge in tandem with her feminist voice. “Poli- parents, her father’s mistress and her paternal about this brassy “modern” woman. She was so tics Through Personalization” is how the exhibit grandmother. Far from a conventional upbring- far ahead of her time in terms of moxie and self- explains her early journalism. It was through ing, she steadily grew more independent and her sufficiency, her early work is considered “proto- her trademark first-hand experiences and reports perspective more cynical. She moved to New York feminist”—since feminism as the equal-rights that Barnes spotlighted political disparities and City and began to study art in her late teens. By movement we know today did not yet exist. untold truths. 1915, she found an apartment in Greenwich Vil- Rather, most forward-thinking women and men Writing wasn’t her only forte. Since photojour- lage and assumed the life of a writer. of the 1910s were focused on suffrage, which nalism would not become a newspaper staple Hers was a particularly long and colorful life. culminated with the 19th Amendment in 1919. until the 1920s, Barnes often included hand- It included living through Paris in the 1920s Uniquely audacious, Barnes had such daring drawn “snapshots” with her stories. Her figura- and the Village thereafter. Enjoying a remark- she likely would stand out no matter what era tive illustrations are pictorial representations of able period of liberal sexuality, and the joys she lived in, and no matter which gender. To everyone from nightclub patrons and ladies who and heartbreaks of her own unabashed lesbian showcase some of her innovative early writ- lunch, to soldiers and the homeless. She was as relationships. The Depression also took its toll, ing and illustrations, the Brooklyn Museum’s interested in high society as she was in bohe- and Barnes would never go on to make a king’s Elizabeth A. Sackler Center for Feminist Art mian artist circles and seedy downtown saloons. ransom for her significant contributions to the has installed Newspaper Fiction: The New York All of them made great subjects (and surely were literary and artistic worlds. However, that’s an- Journalism of Djuna Barnes, 1913–1919, in its just as much fun). other story. always illuminating Herstory Gallery. Her visual art was influenced by art nouveau This exhibit of just 45 objects, while com- The admittedly modest exhibit packs a punch, and Japanese woodblock styles, always in simple pact, reveals much about the worldly, modernist composed of the potency of Barnes’ early work. media like ink and watercolors. She embraced a author and artist. Morris explained that it was In just six years of journalism displayed here, modernist elegance in her drawings, earning her Barnes’ early training in newspaper fiction and it’s clear that she was eager to perform danger- the covers of magazines like Vanity Fair, and the experience with diverse networks of characters ous feats for the sake of an exciting news re- acclaim of her artistic peers. that “paved the way for the dramatic life and port in one of several publications she wrote for. It’s clear that Barnes also was privileged to literary accomplishments that would follow.” Whether that meant letting a firefighter “save” work with editors who appreciated her inven- For Barnes, to revel in one’s own daring is a her from a rooftop by descending with only a tiveness. Her early columns quickly morphed life worth sharing, and lucky for us, she shared rope around her waist (part of her “My Adven- into short fiction stories for the New York Morn- it. tures Being Rescued” series), or being tied to ing Telegraph and other publications. Sackler “Newspaper Fiction: The New York Journal- a gurney for the story of “How It Feels to Be Center curator Catherine J. Morris asserts that ism of Djuna Barnes, 1913–1919” will be on Forcibly Fed”—in response to British authori- Barnes’ early voice in these tales would evolve view through Aug. 19 at the Brooklyn Muse- ties’ tactic on imprisoned, hunger-striking suf- into her later writing style of “modernist nar- um; call 718-638-5000 or visit www.brook- Portrait of Djuna Barnes. Image courtesy of fragists. rative fragmentation,” as seen in Nightwood lynmuseum.org. the Brooklyn Museum However, it wasn’t just a dramatic article (1936), her most famous novel.

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FDA-Approved Patient Labeling COMPLERA may help: Also tell your healthcare provider if you take: The most common side effects of COMPLERA include: Patient Information • Reduce the amount of HIV in your blood. This is called your “viral load”. • an antacid medicine that contains aluminum, magnesium hydroxide, or calcium • trouble sleeping (insomnia) ® COMPLERA (kom-PLEH-rah) • Increase the number of white blood cells called CD4+ (T) cells that help fight off other carbonate. Take antacids at least 2 hours before or at least 4 hours after you take • abnormal dreams (emtricitabine, rilpivirine and tenofovir disoproxil fumarate) Tablets infections. COMPLERA. • headache • ® Reducing the amount of HIV and increasing the CD4+ (T) cell count may improve your a histamine-2 blocker medicine, including famotidine (PEPCID ), cimetidine • dizziness Important: Ask your doctor or pharmacist about medicines that should not be (TAGAMET®), nizatidine (AXID®), or ranitidine hydrochloride (ZANTAC®). Take these immune system. This may reduce your risk of death or infections that can happen when • diarrhea taken with COMPLERA. For more information, see the section “What should I tell my medicines at least 12 hours before or at least 4 hours after you take COMPLERA. your immune system is weak (opportunistic infections). • nausea healthcare provider before taking COMPLERA?” • the antibiotic medicines clarithromycin (BIAXIN®), erythromycin (E-MYCIN®, ERYC®, • rash Read this Patient Information before you start taking COMPLERA and each time you COMPLERA does not cure HIV infections or AIDS. ERY-TAB®, PCE®, PEDIAZOLE®, ILOSONE®), and troleandomycin (TAO®) • Always practice safer sex. ® • tiredness get a refill. There may be new information. This information does not take the place of • an antifungal medicine by mouth, including fluconazole (DIFLUCAN ), itraconazole • Use latex or polyurethane condoms to lower the chance of sexual contact with any ® ® ® • talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or treatment. (SPORANOX ), ketoconazole (NIZORAL ), posaconazole (NOXAFIL ), voriconazole depression body fluids such as semen, vaginal secretions, or blood. (VFEND®) Additional common side effects include: • What is the most important information I should know about COMPLERA? Never re-use or share needles. • ® methadone (DOLOPHINE ) • vomiting Ask your healthcare provider if you have any questions about how to prevent passing COMPLERA can cause serious side effects, including: Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you are not sure if your medicine is • stomach pain or discomfort HIV to other people. 1. Build-up of an acid in your blood (lactic acidosis). Lactic acidosis can happen in one that is listed above. • skin discoloration (small spots or freckles) some people who take COMPLERA or similar (nucleoside analogs) medicines. Lactic Who should not take COMPLERA? Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of your medicines and show it to your • pain acidosis is a serious medical emergency that can lead to death. • Do not take COMPLERA if your HIV infection has been previously treated with healthcare provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine. Your healthcare Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does Lactic acidosis can be hard to identify early, because the symptoms could seem like HIV medicines. provider and your pharmacist can tell you if you can take these medicines with not go away. symptoms of other health problems. Call your healthcare provider right away if you • Do not take COMPLERA if you are taking certain other medicines. For more COMPLERA. Do not start any new medicines while you are taking COMPLERA without get any of the following symptoms which could be signs of lactic acidosis: information about medicines that must not be taken with COMPLERA, see “What first talking with your healthcare provider or pharmacist. You can ask your healthcare These are not all the possible side effects of COMPLERA. For more information, ask your • feeling very weak or tired should I tell my healthcare provider before taking COMPLERA?” provider or pharmacist for a list of medicines that can interact with COMPLERA. healthcare provider or pharmacist. • have unusual (not normal) muscle pain Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to • have trouble breathing What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking COMPLERA? How should I take COMPLERA? FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088). • have stomach pain with Before you take COMPLERA, tell your healthcare provider if you: • Stay under the care of your healthcare provider during treatment with COMPLERA. - nausea (feel sick to your stomach) • • have liver problems, including hepatitis B or C virus infection Take COMPLERA exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to take it. How do I store COMPLERA? - vomiting • • Always take COMPLERA with a meal. Taking COMPLERA with a meal is important have kidney problems • • feel cold, especially in your arms and legs Store COMPLERA at room temperature 77 °F (25 °C). • have ever had a mental health problem to help get the right amount of medicine in your body. A protein drink does not • feel dizzy or lightheaded • Keep COMPLERA in its original container and keep the container tightly closed. • have bone problems replace a meal. • have a fast or irregular heartbeat • Do not use COMPLERA if the seal over the bottle opening is broken or missing. • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if COMPLERA can harm your • Do not change your dose or stop taking COMPLERA without first talking with your 2. Severe liver problems. Severe liver problems can happen in people who take unborn child healthcare provider. See your healthcare provider regularly while taking COMPLERA. Keep COMPLERA and all other medicines out of reach of children. COMPLERA or similar medicines. In some cases these liver problems can lead to death. Pregnancy Registry. There is a pregnancy registry for women who take antiviral • If you miss a dose of COMPLERA within 12 hours of the time you usually take it, take Your liver may become large (hepatomegaly) and you may develop fat in your liver medicines during pregnancy. Its purpose is to collect information about the health your dose of COMPLERA with a meal as soon as possible. Then, take your next dose General information about COMPLERA: (steatosis) when you take COMPLERA. of you and your baby. Talk to your healthcare provider about how you can take part in of COMPLERA at the regularly scheduled time. If you miss a dose of COMPLERA by Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient this registry. more than 12 hours of the time you usually take it, wait and then take the next dose Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any of the following symptoms Information leaflet. Do not use COMPLERA for a condition for which it was not prescribed. • are breast-feeding or plan to breast-feed. The Centers for Disease Control and of COMPLERA at the regularly scheduled time. of liver problems: Do not give COMPLERA to other people, even if they have the same symptoms you have. Prevention recommends that mothers with HIV not breastfeed because they can pass • Do not take more than your prescribed dose to make up for a missed dose. • your skin or the white part of your eyes turns yellow (jaundice). It may harm them. the HIV through their milk to the baby. It is not known if COMPLERA can pass through • When your COMPLERA supply starts to run low, get more from your healthcare provider • dark “tea-colored” urine your breast milk and harm your baby. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best or pharmacy. It is very important not to run out of COMPLERA. The amount of virus in This leaflet summarizes the most important information about COMPLERA. If you • light-colored bowel movements (stools) way to feed your baby. your blood may increase if the medicine is stopped for even a short time. would like more information, talk with your healthcare provider. You can ask your • loss of appetite for several days or longer • If you take too much COMPLERA, contact your local poison control center or go to the healthcare provider or pharmacist for information about COMPLERA that is written • nausea Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription nearest hospital emergency room right away. • stomach pain and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. for health professionals. For more information, call (1-800-445-3235) or go to www.COMPLERA.com. You may be more likely to get lactic acidosis or severe liver problems if you are COMPLERA may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may What are the possible side effects of COMPLERA? affect how COMPLERA works, and may cause serious side effects. If you take certain female, very overweight (obese), or have been taking COMPLERA or a similar COMPLERA may cause the following serious side effects, including: What are the ingredients of COMPLERA? medicine containing nucleoside analogs for a long time. medicines with COMPLERA, the amount of COMPLERA in your body may be too low and • See “What is the most important information I should know about COMPLERA?” Active ingredients: emtricitabine, rilpivirine hydrochloride, and tenofovir disoproxil it may not work to help control your HIV infection. The HIV virus in your body may become 3. Worsening of Hepatitis B infection. If you also have hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection • New or worse kidney problems can happen in some people who take COMPLERA. resistant to COMPLERA or other HIV medicines that are like it. fumarate and you stop taking COMPLERA, your HBV infection may become worse (flare-up). A If you have had kidney problems in the past or take other medicines that can cause Inactive ingredients: pregelatinized starch, lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline “flare-up” is when your HBV infection suddenly returns in a worse way than before. Do not take COMPLERA if you also take these medicines: kidney problems, your healthcare provider may need to do blood tests to check your COMPLERA is not approved for the treatment of HBV, so you must discuss your HBV • COMPLERA provides a complete treatment for HIV infection. Do not take other HIV kidneys during your treatment with COMPLERA. cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, povidone, polysorbate 20. The therapy with your healthcare provider. medicines with COMPLERA. • Depression or mood changes. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have tablet film coating contains polyethylene glycol, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, ® ® ® • Do not let your COMPLERA run out. Refill your prescription or talk to your healthcare • the anti-seizure medicines carbamazepine (CARBATROL , EQUETRO , TEGRETOL , any of the following symptoms: triacetin, titanium dioxide, iron oxide red, FD&C Blue #2 aluminum lake, FD&C Yellow provider before your COMPLERA is all gone. TEGRETOL-XR®, TERIL®, EPITOL®), oxcarbazepine (TRILEPTAL®), phenobarbital - feeling sad or hopeless #6 aluminum lake. ® ® ® ® • Do not stop taking COMPLERA without first talking to your healthcare provider. (LUMINAL ), phenytoin (DILANTIN , DILANTIN-125 , PHENYTEK ) - feeling anxious or restless ® ® • If you stop taking COMPLERA, your healthcare provider will need to check your health • the anti-tuberculosis medicines rifabutin (MYCOBUTIN ), rifampin (RIFATER , - have thoughts of hurting yourself (suicide) or have tried to hurt yourself This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ® ® ® ® often and do regular blood tests to check your HBV infection. Tell your healthcare RIFAMATE , RIMACTANE , RIFADIN ) and rifapentine (PRIFTIN ) • Bone problems can happen in some people who take COMPLERA. Bone problems Manufactured and distributed by: provider about any new or unusual symptoms you may have after you stop taking • a proton pump inhibitor medicine for certain stomach or intestinal problems, include bone pain, softening or thinning (which may lead to fractures). Your healthcare Gilead Sciences, Inc. ® ® ® COMPLERA. including esomeprazole (NEXIUM , VIMOVO ), lansoprazole (PREVACID ), omeprazole provider may need to do additional tests to check your bones. Foster City, CA 94404 (PRILOSEC®), pantoprazole sodium (PROTONIX®), rabeprazole (ACIPHEX®) • Changes in body fat can happen in people taking HIV medicine. These changes may What is COMPLERA? • more than 1 dose of the steroid medicine dexamethasone or dexamethasone sodium include increased amount of fat in the upper back and neck (“buffalo hump”), breast, Issued: August 2011 COMPLERA is a prescription HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) medicine that: phosphate and around the main part of your body (trunk). Loss of fat from the legs, arms and • is used to treat HIV-1 in adults who have taken HIV medicines before. HIV is the • never St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) face may also happen. The cause and long term health effect of these conditions are COMPLERA, the COMPLERA Logo, EMTRIVA, HEPSERA, TRUVADA, VIREAD, GILEAD, and virus that causes AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). If you are taking COMPLERA, you should not take: not known. the GILEAD Logo are trademarks of Gilead Sciences, Inc. or its related companies. • contains 3 medicines, (rilpivirine, emtricitabine, tenofovir disoproxil fumarate) • other medicines that contain tenofovir (VIREAD®, TRUVADA®, ATRIPLA®) • Changes in your immune system (Immune Reconstitution Syndrome) can happen ATRIPLA is a trademark of Bristol-Myers Squibb & Gilead Sciences, LLC. All other combined in one tablet. EMTRIVA and VIREAD are HIV-1 (human immunodeficiency • other medicines that contain emtricitabine or lamivudine (EMTRIVA®, COMBIVIR®, when you start taking HIV medicines. Your immune system may get stronger trademarks referenced herein are the property of their respective owners. virus) nucleoside analog reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) and EDURANT is an EPIVIR® or EPIVIR-HBV®, EPZICOM®, TRIZIVIR®) and begin to fight infections that have been hidden in your body for a long time. HIV-1 non-nucleoside analog reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI). © 2011 Gilead Sciences, Inc. All rights reserved. • rilpivirine (EDURANT™) Tell your healthcare provider if you start having new symptoms after starting your HIV It is not known if COMPLERA is safe and effective in children under the age of 18 years. • adefovir (HEPSERA®) medicine. 202123-GS-000 02AUG2011 CON11248 11/11

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FDA-Approved Patient Labeling COMPLERA may help: Also tell your healthcare provider if you take: The most common side effects of COMPLERA include: Patient Information • Reduce the amount of HIV in your blood. This is called your “viral load”. • an antacid medicine that contains aluminum, magnesium hydroxide, or calcium • trouble sleeping (insomnia) ® COMPLERA (kom-PLEH-rah) • Increase the number of white blood cells called CD4+ (T) cells that help fight off other carbonate. Take antacids at least 2 hours before or at least 4 hours after you take • abnormal dreams (emtricitabine, rilpivirine and tenofovir disoproxil fumarate) Tablets infections. COMPLERA. • headache • ® Reducing the amount of HIV and increasing the CD4+ (T) cell count may improve your a histamine-2 blocker medicine, including famotidine (PEPCID ), cimetidine • dizziness Important: Ask your doctor or pharmacist about medicines that should not be (TAGAMET®), nizatidine (AXID®), or ranitidine hydrochloride (ZANTAC®). Take these immune system. This may reduce your risk of death or infections that can happen when • diarrhea taken with COMPLERA. For more information, see the section “What should I tell my medicines at least 12 hours before or at least 4 hours after you take COMPLERA. your immune system is weak (opportunistic infections). • nausea healthcare provider before taking COMPLERA?” • the antibiotic medicines clarithromycin (BIAXIN®), erythromycin (E-MYCIN®, ERYC®, • rash Read this Patient Information before you start taking COMPLERA and each time you COMPLERA does not cure HIV infections or AIDS. ERY-TAB®, PCE®, PEDIAZOLE®, ILOSONE®), and troleandomycin (TAO®) • Always practice safer sex. ® • tiredness get a refill. There may be new information. This information does not take the place of • an antifungal medicine by mouth, including fluconazole (DIFLUCAN ), itraconazole • Use latex or polyurethane condoms to lower the chance of sexual contact with any ® ® ® • talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or treatment. (SPORANOX ), ketoconazole (NIZORAL ), posaconazole (NOXAFIL ), voriconazole depression body fluids such as semen, vaginal secretions, or blood. (VFEND®) Additional common side effects include: • What is the most important information I should know about COMPLERA? Never re-use or share needles. • ® methadone (DOLOPHINE ) • vomiting Ask your healthcare provider if you have any questions about how to prevent passing COMPLERA can cause serious side effects, including: Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you are not sure if your medicine is • stomach pain or discomfort HIV to other people. 1. Build-up of an acid in your blood (lactic acidosis). 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PALIO Date: 11.16.11 • Client: Gilead • Product: Complera • File Name: 20178_pgitvd_pt_ad_WindyCityTimes.indd PALIO Date: 11.16.11 • Client: Gilead • Product: Complera • File Name: 20178_pgitvd_pt_ad_WindyCityTimes.indd BS page 1 • Trim: 10.25” x 13.5” Windy City BS page 2 • Trim: 10.25” x 13.5” Windy City 28 March 28, 2012 WINDY CITY TIMES Ross is greatly helped by his costumer (Judianna Chicago. A dessert reception, provided by Ann tion of last fall’s Reeling film festival. It’s a tre- Makovsky) and production designer (Philip Mes- Sather, will follow a post screening discussion mendously subtle, gentle movie that is deserv- sina) in creating this cruel new order. with Singer. Windy City Times is one of the se- edly receiving lots of critical acclaim (including KNIGHT So, The Hunger Games, while a great ride of ries’ media sponsors. www.legacyprojectchicago. a critic’s pick recently from the New York Times), a movie, is also one wrapped around an oddly org which will hopefully lead to a hometown the- AT disquieting message. I couldn’t help but wonder —Out writer-director Stephen Cone’s filmThe atrical run. Cone and Tyler Ross (who plays the THE what kind of affect the lust for violence layered Wise Kids is going to have a rare local screen- gay teen) will be present for a post-screening on top of the morality tale that is The Hunger ing Thursday, March 29, at the Evanston Public discussion. Admission is free. www.thewisekids. MOVIES Games would ultimately have on such a recep- Library, 1703 Orrington Ave., at 7 p.m. The 2011 com tive audience as the one I saw it with (filled movie—which focuses on three teenagers (in- Check out my archived reviews at www. with teens and young parents with little kids). cluding one who’s gay) raised as Southern Bap- windycitymediagroup.com or www.knightat- Or maybe that train has already left the station? tists, and their sexually confused choir director themovies.com. Readers can leave feedback (played by Cone)—was the opening-night selec- at the latter website. By Openly gay writer-director Terence Davies— Richard noted for his gorgeously photographed, nostal- Knight, Jr. gic films set in the early 1950s London of his Ventura Pons, a celebrated figure in the Span- childhood—returns to that time period in his Spring queer ish LGBT cinema community will be honored adaptation of Terence Rattigan’s ‘50s-set play movie preview at the fest as well. April 13-26. www.chicago- The Deep Blue Sea, Davies’ first narrative film By Richard Knight, Jr. latinofilmfestival.org The Hunger in more than a decade. With its stately pace, The horror-sci-fi parodyThe Cabin in the paint-like cinematography (by Florian Hoffmeis- Spring officially arrives in a few weeks but Woods is a really clever reimagining of the Games; ter), use of Samuel Barber’s classical violin con- as usual movies are ahead of Mother Nature, oft replicated genre that finds horny teens certo and, especially, the complex performances pushing summer blockbusters into early May. heading into the woods for a weekend of fun Although that means we’re moving into teen- and games and, naturally, ending up fighting The Deep age-boy, testosterone-heavy territory, movie- for their lives—and there’s some nice hunky wise, that also means get ready for plenty of beefcake to boot. April 13. Blue Sea; homoerotic undercurrent. And there are some Locally, queer writer-director Patrick Wang openly queer films and film related events be- stars in In The Family, an LGBT-themed drama fore we get to pride month. A few highlights: focused on a custody battle that ensues after film notes tragedy strikes a family headed by two dads. April The film is being given a one-night screening Having once again obstinately refused to suc- A lot of teenage gay boys swooned over at the Gene Siskel on April 14 (which Wang cumb to the entreaties of family and friends (not Leonardo DiCaprio (and no doubt, plenty of will attend) as part of their Asian American to mention an omnipresent marketing campaign teenage gay girls had the hots for Kate Wins- festival and begins a run at the Music Box to read the damned books) I have availed myself let), so heading back to Titanic on the advent a week later. www.musicboxtheatre.com April at last of that cultural juggernaut better known of the movie’s 15th anniversary is something 20. as The Hunger Games—well, the movie version, to look forward to. Titanic 3D (the official John Cusack plays the legendary gothic anyway. Having done so, I can now report that, title of the re-release) clues audiences in writer Edgar Allan Poe who teams up with a I, too, have fallen under the spell of this ex- that the nearly four-hour epic is going to be cohort (played by queer actor Luke Evans) to pertly made movie that takes its time to unfold; screened with those darkening, irritating sun- solve a series of mysteries inspired by his hor- is headed by the fearless Jennifer Lawrence and glasses. Early reports indicate that the movie ror writing in The Raven. April 27. sunny Josh Hutcherson; and is that rare example hasn’t taken to the process like a fish to wa- of science fiction that enthralls and entertains ter but the chance to see Leo, Kate and sassy May at the same time that it’s delivering its pseudo- Josh Hutcherson in The Hunger Games. Photo Kathy Bates, and hear Celine Dion beltin’ out Marvel Comic’s The Avengers really ups cautionary message. However, I am disturbed by by Murray Close the title track might be enough of a lure to the ante on the superhero movie by having that message (more on that later) and I also get folks back into theatres. It’s certainly all your comic-book blockbuster faves—Iron have a theory as to why the series has become enough for my husband and I to book return Man, Thor, etc.—join up to combat a world- such a cultural touchstone. of Rachel Weisz, Tom Hiddleston and Simon Rus- passage. April 3. wide threat. With Robert Downey, Jr., Chris To put it rather simply, the world created by sell Beale, Davies’ movie is a triumph of style Bully, director Lee Hirsch’s long-anticipat- Evans, and Chris Hemsworth repeating their Suzanne Collins in The Hunger Games is closer and substance—a rare distinction that he has ed documentary about the psychological and muscular duties in their often-skintight su- to science fact than science fiction. It’s akin to managed time and again. physical effects of the epidemic of this long- perhero drag, the hunk factor is going to be the landscape of Fahrenheit 451, 1984, Brave The material focuses on Hester, the unhappy tolerated practice in schools is put under the through the roof (along with the action se- New World and, especially, The Handmaid’s Tale. wife of a wealthy, prominent British judge who quences, no doubt). May 4. These works all share the same theme of the leaves him for a hot affair with a psychologi- Queer audience faves Judi Dench and Mag- lone individual bridling under the conformity cally damaged war vet but then increasingly gie Smith head a juicy cast of British actors forced on society by the yoke of overwhelming questions her choice. As the movie opens, Hes- John (Bill Nighy, Tom Wilkinson, et al) in The Best political and societal oppression. All of these ter’s suicidal and at its fade-out, her prospects Cusack in Exotic Marigold Hotel, in what promises to continue to resonate because they seem like don’t seem much brighter. Weisz, who has no The Raven. be yet another of those charming English one election, one insurrection—and one con- hesitation about plunging to the depths of her imports—this a dramedy set in India about servative revolution away from happening. In a rather fraught character, gives Hester a vivid in- renewal during the sunset years. May 4. world of reality-competition TV shows as well as tensity that makes you believe that happiness Almost 45 years after the celebrated gothic a disenfranchised population aware of the huge is out of reach for a woman whose passion and soap opera Dark Shadows first invaded after- disparity between rich and poor but narcotized intelligence is tamped down by the two men on noon television, a new film version based on into a general malaise by junk culture, mass me- either side of her and the constraints of the so- the beloved show is finally here. Director Tim dia and the virtual reality of social networking, ciety around her. Adding an odd undertow to the Burton and star Johnny Depp (who loved the the possibility of the elite of The Hunger Games emotional goings-on, both the male characters series as a kid) are teaming for their sixth trotting out 24 teens and forcing them to par- set off my gaydar—big-time. Although this cer- microscope in his tremendously moving film. outing. The advance trailer reveals that Bur- take in a televised competition to the death for tainly wasn’t Rattigan’s intention and probably The movie is now unrated. April 13. ton’s take on the material—featuring Depp their pleasure seems almost frightening real. wasn’t of Davies’ either, this extra psychological That same weekend filmgoers will witness as Barnabas Collins—is definitely tongue-in- Basically, this survival-of-the-fittest theme layer added a very interesting twist in my mind an attempt to reanimate the long moribund cheek rather than dark and creepy. Diehard is a throwback to the decadent Romans tossing and might do the same for like-minded queer three stooges franchise. The trailer has a cou- fans ain’t happy about this but I’m taking a Christians to the lions dressed up in a new varia- film fans looking for another reason to check out ple of laughs and if slapstick (emphasis on wait and see attitude. May 13. tion—but what an enticing variation! Gussied The Deep Blue Sea. the slaps) is your thing, The Three Stooges Charlize Theron, Oscar winner for play- up with a big budget and a comely young cast reboot is going to make you nothing if not ing the lesbian serial killer Aileen Wurnos that earnestly goes through its paces (Lawrence Film notes: slaphappy. For queer audiences, the presence in Monster plays another monstrous crea- and Hutcherson and the other teen actors are —The series Cinema Q II concludes Wed., of Sean Hayes as one of the stooges and Jane ture—the evil queen in Snow White and the ably supported by some terrific adult actors like March 28 at 6:30 p.m. in the Claudia Cassidy Lynch in a supporting role might tip the bal- Huntsman, the latest in Hollywood’s recent Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks, Stanley Tucci, Theater with the 2003 documentary Brother ance in its favor. April 13. obsession with big-budget fairy tale movies Donald Sutherland, Wes Bentley, Lenny Kravitz, Outsider: The Life of Bayard Rustin. The film, Locally, the Chicago Latino Film Festival (thanks to the success of Tim Burton’s Alice et al), director Gary Ross’ movie is superb enter- by out director Bennet Singer, celebrates the life will be presenting a number of LGBT-themed in Wonderland). Kristen Stewart plays the tainment. Ross keeps things moving but pauses of Rustin, the justly celebrated, openly gay Afri- films, including the excellent transgender hapless but far from hopeless title character, to let his leading character, 16-year-old Katniss can-American civil-rights activist who has been teen drama Gunhill Road, La otra familia, as audiences await the final Twilight install- Everdeen, grieve over her losses (that become lauded with a series of tributes and commemora- Lorca: The Sea Stops Moving, To Die on My ment and Chris Hemsworth again takes on the ours, too) and grow in emotional and coura- tions this month on the 100th anniversary of his Feet and The Marriage. The fest will also pres- heroic hunk duties, this time as the coura- geous stature. And he gives us a minimum of birth. Singer will attend the screening, which is ent the Chicago premiere of Mariachi Gringo, geous huntsman of the title who helps Snow violent gore (a bonus) when the reality competi- being co-sponsored by The Legacy Project Chica- queer filmmaker Tom Gustafson’s eagerly an- White battle the evil queen. May 31. tion starts, as the teens are hellbent on killing go (Rustin will be inducted in October as one of ticipated follow-up to Were the World Mine. one another. (Only one can survive, it seems.) the group’s initial honoree’s) along with Affinity WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 29 Latina filmmakers on companies, movie projects By Carrie Maxwell Merchant, Flores and Barrera gave the students rave reviews for their work ethic and dedication. From left: Evon Flores Barrera, Yovani Flores and Linda Garcia Merchant. Linda Garcia Merchant has been making films Merchant said “To have the students see Latina Photo from Kathryn Haviland for the last six years and with her latest pro- women doing this work was the goal, which we ductions, Thresholds and The A Word, she cov- achieved.” ers two controversial topics—teen violence and As for future projects under the Las Pilonas abortion, respectively. banner, they are already in pre-production with Her newest production company, Las Pilonas— some of their scripts. They have had to put much which she formed a year ago with sisters, Yovani of that work on hold since they have been get- Flores and Evon Flores Barrera—was behind ting requests from organizations that are inter- Thresholds. Voces Primeras—her first production ested in using Thresholds to address the issue of company, which was formed in 2006—backed bullying. They are also still showing the film at The A Word. Latino/Latina and LGBT film festivals around the Merchant, Barrera and Flores grew up in the country including the Out in the Desert Tuscon Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago and LGBT International Film Festival where they won while Flores now resides in Phoenix, Merchant the award for Best Consciousness Raising Short and Barrera still call Chicago home. Film. Merchant and Flores are both lesbians while As for Voces Primeras, Merchant is creating a Barrera is an ally of the LGBT community. catalog of documentaries on pioneering Latina A member of the Lesbian Leadership Council, women. “The story of women activists and es- Merchant has also written for scholarly journals. pecially Latina activists is absent,” she said. She will be attending DePaul University in the “There is a significant community of women that fall to work on her Master’s of Science in Applied have done incredible work within social justice Technology. Barrera is a writer, poet, actor, performer and Turn to page 30 artist as well as a member of the La Dulce Pal-

Professional Theatre at Spring movie/ Angels in America music round-up Part One: Millennium Approaches Part Two: Perestroika sponsored by By Tony Kushner Directed by Charles Newell the University of Chicago March 30 – June 3 at Court Theatre Box Office (773) 753-4472 abra spoken-word ensemble. She made her act- ing debut in Thresholds as Detective Gomez. Bring a Group & Save 20-30% Flores won an award for a short story she wrote and Thresholds is also her acting debut on tickets! Call Kate at (773) 834-3243. where she played Benny’s mom, Nancy. With Las Pilonas, Merchant, Flores and Barrera work within the narrative framework to tell sto- ries they would like to see. “There is this whole narrative that defines a large part of our [Lati- no/Latina] culture and doesn’t get the recogni- tion we feel it should within the industry,” said Merchant. “The film Thresholds is an urban tale about pushing barriers in the moments lived between each breath. Three people—Detective Gomez, Nancy and her son, Benny—are touched by life- changing events that will shatter assumptions encompassing the edge of humanity,” said Mer- chant. “The story is based on the perception of the viewer. A lot of people get that Benny is a smart, good kid who may have gotten killed for being in the wrong crowd or for being black, gay or a straight ally,” said Barrera of the film, adding, “We wrote the story without intention of who Benny was because we wanted to let the viewer to decide for themselves although Benny does represent all of the young people who are dying today.” As for the title Merchant said, “it refers to what happens inside and outside the thresh- old of Benny’s house.” The genesis of Thresholds came when Flores started writing the story and realized there could be a film component so she sent Merchant and email and they began working on the proj- ect. Over the next few weeks they came up with a script over the phone. Flores came back to Chi- cago when they were ready to shoot and prin- cipal photography was completed during that weekend. The entire process took six weeks to complete. Evanston Township High School students acted as crew members alongside a few adults in key production roles, including cinematog- rapher Steven Lemieux-Jordan. One student, Brent Brown, played the role of Benny and Jeff Rysiewicz played Detective O’Brien alongside Flores as Nancy and Barrera as Detective Gomez. www.CourtTheatre.org 30 March 28, 2012 WINDY CITY TIMES Won’t Cry,” she establishes Upcoming shows her fortitude by revealing, k.d. lang, “I get cut, I might bleed, and releases but I won’t cry.” The set’s Shows: Andy Cohen at highlights include mod- —Javina Magness at Space on Friday, March ernizations of Ike & Tina Center’s May gala 30 k.d. lang and The Siss Boom Bang will Turner’s “You Got What —Ruthie Foster at Schaumburg Prairie Center headline the Center on Halsted’s fifth an- You Wanted” and Gladys for the Arts on Saturday, March 31 nual Human First Gala May 12 at 7 p.m. at Knight’s “I Don’t Want to —Melissa Ferrick at Space on Saturday, March the Harris Theater, 205 E. Randolph St. Do Wrong.” POP 31 with Edie Carey and Sunday, April 1, with Bravo’s Andy Cohen will emcee the fes- When Magness Anne Heaton tivities. Chicago Cubs Charities, The Chi- MAKING won the B.B. King Enter- —Ting Tings at The Metro on Tuesday, April 3 cago Community Trust and Kraft Foods will tainer of the Year at the —Nero at Congress Theater on Saturday, April receive Community Spirit Awards for their SENSE 2009 Blues Awards, she 7 support of LGBT individuals and the unique by David Byrne had the distinct honor —Big Freedia at Empty Bottle on Friday, April issues facing this community. Amina Dick- with Tony Peregrin of being the only woman 13 erson, Laura Ricketts, Greg Cameron, and other than Koko Taylor to —Rachael Sage at ACE Bar on Friday, April 13 Richard and Susan Kiphart also will be hon- receive this recognition. —Matt Alber at Jackhammer on Saturday, ored for their support. Magness serves as April 14 Tickets for Human First 2012 are $125- ambassador for Foster Care —Live from Daryl’s House with Daryl Hall and $500 per person, and may be purchased at It takes something extra to stand out as a girl Alumni of America and is Sharon Jones at Auditorium Theatre on Monday, www.centeronhalsted.org or www.harris- group nowadays. Xelle (pronounced “X-elle”) a spokesperson for Casey Family Programs’ Na- April 16 theaterchicago.org. features a blonde, a brunette and the drag queen tional Foster Care Month. —Putting on the Ritz Presents Judy at Carn- Mimi Imfurst. The group’s latest single, “Invin- On Friday, March 30, Magness will have a re- egie at Mayne Stage with two shows on both cible,” benefits GLSEN. Here, the trio provides an lease party for Stronger for It at Space, 1245 Friday, April 20 and Saturday, April 21 uplifting ditty over a dance beat with the mes- Chicago Ave., Evanston. —Diana Ross at The Venue on Friday, April 27 sage, “You’re invincible/No one can bring you On Let It Burn, Ruthie Foster closes the gap —Amy Ray at Lincoln Hall on Tuesday, May 15 down.” In the accompanying video, youths show on blues, gospel and rock, as witnessed on her messages on index cards in between news reels smashing remake of Adele’s “Set Fire to the Noteworthy spring releases: and footage of Xelle. “Invincible” can be found Rain.” William Bell guests on his original “You —Amy Ray – Lung of Love on iTunes. Don’t Miss Your Water” as a duet. Here, they sing —Cowboy Junkies – Wilderness Idina Menzel has me “Over the Moon” with her over a stunning accompaniment prominently —Garbage – Not Our Kind of People (May 15) concert album Live: Barefoot at the Symphony. featuring a saxophone and organ. “Lord Remem- —Ian Wilson – This Is Water (May 12) Her banter with the Toronto audience is humor- ber Me” and “The Titanic” boast a choir chant, —Idina Menzel – Live: Barefoot at the Sym- ous, especially as she recounts a failed attempt showing off Let It Burn’s Southern influence. phony at trying to wow her gay professor. The mention Foster reaches a higher state with the superb —Joan Osborne – Bring It on Home of her role on Glee gets a big reaction before cover of the late John Martyn’s “I Don’t Want —Madonna – MDNA her reworking of Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face.” The to Know,” as she draws out the song’s pace. The —Matt Alber – Constant Crows Tony winner salutes her idol, Barbra Streisand, lesbian Grammy nominee proves she still can —Rufus Wainwright – Out of the Game (May 1) jam on the irresistible take on Crosby, Stills and —School of Seven Bells – Ghostory Nash’s “Long Time Gone” with the Blind Boys of —Sinead O’Connor – How about I Be Me (And k.d. lang. Photo by Jeri Heiden Alabama. This fantastic set also includes Fos- You Be You)? ter’s own penned material, “Welcome Home” and —VCMG—Ssss “Lord Remember Me.” Foster has a concert at Schaumburg Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Ct., Scha- umburg, on Saturday, March 31, and another at Space Friday, June 22. LATINA from page 29 Chicana’s have done with many social-justice In the process of following up 2008’s We Start- movements. The project has won the Scalable ed Nothing, the Ting Tings scrapped an entire movements so my goal is to make films about Research Challenge 2012 from the Institute album of material. The duo makes a notable re- women who have been integral in those for Computing in Humanities, Arts, and Social turn with Sounds from Nowheresville. The lead movements.” Science (I-CHASS) at the University of Illinois single, “Hang It Up,” has the pair’s affinity for Since Voces Primeras’ inception, Merchant at Champaign-Urbana, which Merchant said is a retro vibe with a groove that would make the has made six documentaries and one feature a huge honor. Red Hot Chili Peppers proud. “Hang It Up” can film. They include Las Mujeras de las Caucas Merchant recently spoke at the National be heard on spots for ABC’s Don’t Trust the B-- Chicana (a story that included the work her Association for Chicana and Chicano Studies -- in Apartment 23. “Hit Me down Sonny” and mother did with the National Women’s Politi- conference here in Chicago, where she talked “Guggenheim” will keep the party going where cal Caucus in the 1970s as one of the vice- about the project and cultivating scholarship the previous hits “That’s Not My Name” and chairs), Palabras Dulces, Palabras Amargas surrounding digital archiving. She participat- “Shut up and Let Me Go” left off. The pair will be (which focuses on a group of latina mulit-cul- ed in two panels; one was on reclaiming his- at The Metro, 3730 N. Clark St., on Tuesday, April tural, multi-generational lesbian or straight- tory and queer activism in the Midwest where 3. Sadly, drummer Jules del Martino loses some ally performing artists), Amigas! 15 Years she showed Thresholds, and she was a part of Steven Brinberg. of his hotness factor with his overgrown beard of Amigas Latinas (about the organization) a Chicana plenary where she did a multimedia and cigarette-smoking. and most recently The A Word (marginalized presentation about her filmmaking journey. Although I thought it was a known matter, women in the reproductive-justice movement (While working on this project, Merchant has Gillian Anderson confirmed that she has had through the Chicago Abortion Fund). thought of three documentary ideas that she with the medley “Funny Girl/Don’t Rain on My relationships with women. What does this have The A Word—also shot by cinematographer plans to explore.) Parade.” Her award-winning role in Wicked is to do with music? In 1997, the X-Files actress Lemieux-Jordan, who been with Merchant Of their film and independent filmmaking, revisited with a magical rendition of “Defying provided vocals on the electronic masterpiece throughout all of her films—focuses on the Barrera said “Go see our movie whenever it Gravity.” Live: Barefoot at the Symphony is out “Extremis” by HAL. The video finds Anderson “My Voice My Choice Leadership Group” at the is in your town.” Merchant added, “Support now via Concord Records. Menzel performs with dreaming that she plays a voyeur while a couple Chicago Abortion Fund. “The women agreed independent films because a lot of blood, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra at Ravinia, 418 covered in metallic body paint grinds and kisses. to do this project without hesitation. They sweat, tears and hard work goes into these Sheridan, Highland Park, on Sunday, July 8. In the wake of Rush Limbaugh calling Sandra are not public speakers by trade but they productions without much compensation for In case Streisand does not want to make a Fluke a slut, advertisers have pulled out of spon- went on camera to share their stories,” said the people involved. There are some really big deal of her looming 70th birthday, Steven soring the conservative’s show. Peter Gabriel and Merchant. “The fight is ramping up and I good independent films being made by people Brinberg will handle the honors with a tribute Rush are insisting that their music will not be wouldn’t doubt that we will be doing a follow from a variety of cultures.” to the diva Thursday, March 29, at Davenport’s used again on Limbaugh’s program. Gabriel’s up documentary to reflect the current climate Flores added, “Everything we have done Piano Bar, 1383 N. Milwaukee Ave. Female im- “Sledgehammer” was playing in the background surrounding women’s reproductive rights.” surrounding Thresholds has been done with- personator Brinberg does a hilarious version of when the host hurled insults at the Georgetown Merchant is currently working on a project out a budget. We have used our own resources “You Don’t Bring Me Flowers Anymore,” whereby Law student. Similarly, Rage Against the Ma- called Chicana Por Mi Raza: Uncovering the for the entire project including the film festi- he singlehandedly delivers both the male and chine’s Tom Morello responded once his band’s Hidden History of Chiana Feminism (1965- vals we have entered over the last year.” female vocals on this standard. Brinberg’s keep- track, “Sleep Now in the Fire,” was featured on 1985) with Dr. Maria Cotera, associate pro- See www.vocesprimeras.com and find sake, Simply Barbra Live in London, is out now Limbaugh’s show. Morello tweeted, “To Rush fessor of the department of women’s stud- it on Facebook. To view the trailer for on Jay Records. Limbaugh: Hey Jackass, stop using our music on ies and program in American culture at the Thresholds, visit www.vimeo.com/chan- When a singer with a voice like Javina Mag- your racist, misogynist, right wing clown show. University of Michigan. They are conducting nels/305079, and to view trailers from ness’ makes a demand, heed the call. Her lat- Sincerely, Rage Against the Machine” March 8. interviews and gathering materials to create Voces Primera, see www.vimeo.com/chan- est, Stronger for It, opens with the fiery “There a virtual history museum about the work that nels/305072. It Is,” where she shows her vocal chops. On “I WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 31 NUNN ON ONE: MUSIC

All-American Rejects The All- American Rejects. Photo by guitarist dishes on Piper band’s name, ‘Secret’ Ferguson BY JERRY NUNN We will all get together and flesh it out then hit record. The All-American Rejects have a “Dirty Little Se- WCT: Do you record in Oklahoma? cret” and it is how to make top-40 hits while MK: We ended up recording in L.A. for the past still keeping true to their sound. This rock band few records. It is usually the producer who de- has sold more than 10 million albums with such cides where he wants to go. We are easy. We will WCT: Well, there are lots of gay fans, myself WCT: “Beekeeper’s Daughter” is the first vid- memorable songs as “Swing, Swing,” “Move work anywhere. included. I noticed the band tours with a lot eo off the new album. It looked like a really Along,” and “Gives You Hell.” The members WCT: The new CD Kids in the Street came of equipment. fun one to make. formed the group in Oklahoma with Tyson Ritter; out March 26. It has taken a while to get re- MK: We have a lot of gear, more than the aver- MK: It was and a crazy production. I don’t lead guitarist and backing vocalist Nick Wheeler; leased, correct? age band. It definitely makes touring more ex- think we have made a production that big for rhythm guitarist and backing vocalist Mike Ken- MK: We always tend to take a while when we pensive than the average band. The past couple any video. We shot it all in one long, hectic nerty; and drummer and percussionist Chris Gay- write stuff. We don’t feel the pressure to capi- of records have had more instrumentation than day. We had so many extras, dancers, and even lor making up the current line-up. talize on current success thereby shooting out just standard bass, guitar, and drums. It takes a had Wayne Newton there. I don’t know how we Windy City Times talked with Kennerty before a mediocre record. We like to take our time and lot to pull it off live. It is a fun challenge. pulled it off but I am really happy with it. the Rejects swung into town. do it right. It will hinder us at time because WCT: Where did the name “Rejects” come WCT: I didn’t even catch Wayne Newton, Windy City Times: Hi, Mike. Guess where I we have to start over like a new band at the from? there was so much going on. was last week? Oklahoma! time because people have forgotten. We have MK: It originally started as “What should we MK: He is the parade master at the end. Mike Kennerty: Small world! the songs there to help us get over that hurdle. name the band?” It was a random name that WCT: Are you doing more with your side WCT: The band is all from Oklahoma? This is probably our best record so I am really sounded cool. I feel like we have grown into project band, These Enzymes? MK: Yes, everybody. excited for people to hear it. We are very excited it over the years. We have maintained success MK: No; that was something some friends and WCT: How did the Rejects get together? to get back on the road. It has been way to long but we have never been the band that has been I did a few years ago. It was a one-off thing. MK: Nick and Tyson started the band in Still- to do that. fully embraced. Every time we are out doing our WCT: So it was just something to do on water, Okla., when they were in high school. WCT: Who is the bear-looking person on the thing there is a band in a similar genre that gets downtime. They played for a couple of years and things cover for the single “Somebody’s Gone?” super-huge; then we are on the backburner as MK: Yes, exactly, because I have no other hob- developed. They met Chris and I who are from MK: That is our drum tech. His name is Gravy. second-mentioned. But we have stood the test bies but music. Whether I am on the road or in the Oklahoma City area. We joined on and it has We had a blast making that. We all got together of time as far as longevity so I am not going to the studio I always have to find something else been a decade now. and made all of these masks and had everyone complain. The tortoise wins in that case. to do with music! WCT: The group has had a lot of radio hits. wear them. We took a bunch of pictures so we WCT: “Dirty Little Secret” covers a lot of The All-American Rejects rock out Monday, MK: We have been very lucky. are all in there. bases, and contestants at our singing contest April 9, at the Metro, 3730 N. Clark St., at 7 WCT: Who does the writing on the songs? WCT: Are there any gay members in the Windy City Idol have sung that with a whole p.m. Tickets are $26 and can be purchased at MK: All the songs start with Tyson’s melodies. band? This is for a LGBT publication. new meaning. It is a great song. www.metrochicago.com or 773-549-4140. Him and Nick will create a skeleton to the song. MK: No, there is not but that would help, MK: Well, thank you. though.

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NUNN ON ONE: MUSIC Singer MNDR on Mark Ronson, Patty Hearst BY JERRY NUNN

Amanda Warner, now known as MNDR, is com- ing to town with supergroup The Ting Tings. The songwriter was featured on Mark Ronson song “Bang Bang Bang” then broke out on her own. MNDR’s electronic music is currently a part of Ultra Records stable of artists. Her single “#1 in Heaven” is inspired by the story of Patty Hearst. Find out about that her bear following in this Nunn on One interview. Windy City Times: Hi, Amanda. Where in the world are you? Amanda Warner: Right now, I am in Los An- geles. I just got done with a photo shoot. I am driving to San Diego for a show at House MNDR. PR photo Alabama Shakes. Photo by Nick Browning of Blues. WCT: What does MNDR stand for? AW: It is a play on my name, Amanda War- SXSW and Brittany of The Alabama Shakes told the interest of the entire music industry, being ner. I used it when I was a DJ in the Bay Area her captor, this was the quote that she gave us that “[SXSW] is an endurance test.” After named one of the top 25 bands on MTV Iggy. and have kept it. to the media: “Tell everybody that I am smil- spending five 13-hour days at concerts with They are slowly being recognized in the United WCT: It is very confusing, with Madonna ing and I send my greetings”—while she in everyone from Santigold to Skrillex and Jimmy States as one of the pre-eminent musical groups using MDNA [as the title of her new CD]. handcuffs. I thought that was rad. She was Cliff, we couldn’t agree more. to come out of South America since CSS; dur- AW: I know. Even though she is the “Queen in a zone where she believed in what she was Check out the gold we’ve gleamed from this ing the band’s March 15 showcase at the Red 7 of Pop,” I will have to say that I did it first, doing at such a level that she didn’t give a extraordinary experience, which took place stage, Carson Daly introduced the group, and its just on that one… shit about anything. Whether it was negative March 9-18 in Austin, Texas. (All of the acts’ performance was recorded and broadcast on his WCT: You are a solo artist. You fell into or positive, that was an awesome space to be performances can be seen on YouTube.) show. the biz from being a songwriter, correct? in.

AW: I was a bass player for hire, keyboard- WCT: Is the name of the album going to Alabama Shakes Wild Belle ist and songwriter. I just fell into doing this. be Feed Me Diamonds? The Alabama Shakes have been the rare over- Attention Chicagoans: Go to the nearest Peter was the one that thought I should do an AW: Yes, it is an homage to [performance night sensation that deserves all the hype. In computer, find Wild Belle’s “Keep You,” light a artist project. artist] Marina Abramovic. It is also a song on the past month, they’ve been everywhere from candle and pretend you’re sitting by a fire on WCT: Have you met The Ting Tings be- the album, which I am really psyched about. Conan O’Brien to NPR and Rolling Stone. Having Molokai. What you will hear is a careful blend of fore? It tells the story of the album. It is deca- formed in high school in Alabama, the Shakes traditional island rhythms backed by unique and AW: No, I just met them last night and they dent at points, then tragic. They used to kill are a tour de force of the music industry, with organic electro synth sounds as well as strong are sweet. Katie had appendicitis and now aristocracy by crushing up diamonds, put it powerful blues riffs; gritty vocals reminiscent of female vocals. she is much better. They put on a great show in their food, and their insides would bleed Janis Joplin; and steady, catchy bass lines. The group is fronted by Chicago natives, last night. internally. One of the hardest songs I have It is this organic sound that they brought out brother and sister duo Elliot and Natalie Berg- WCT: How was it working with Mark Ron- ever written came out of that. My manager March 15 at Stubb’s BBQ to a packed house; ev- man. Natalie recalls having been around music son? told me to call the record Feed Me Diamonds, erybody was there to bask in the stripped-down, all their lives: “We grew up in a very musical AW: It was awesome. I love Mark. There are and I agreed. rock-blues sound that is currently taking the household—I played the violin and Elliot the not words to describe what Mark Ronson is WCT: Do you know when the album is country by storm. Headed by lead vocalist Brit- clarinet.” This musical union is evident, as they like. He is a truly lovely individual. With a coming out? tany Howard, the band takes vocal dynamics to carefully blend what Elliot referred to as “man producer of that level it is usually more for- AW: It will be out on Ultra Records this another level, and that is reflected when you see and machine” with both man-made sounds and mal. He is very casual and it is like making summer in the U.S. With the second single I them in concert. With its highly anticipated first natural instruments being run through proces- music with a friend. Often times we would will be making a video with Cody Critcheloe album, Boys and Girls, due April 10, fans and sors. The music is rooted in “earthly sounds” and just call each other and swing by the studio. again, who did the first video. He designed critics alike will be singing the band’s praise. is unmistakably innovative. After SXSW, they are It probably makes him very relevant and in- artwork and the merch, so he is visual cre- off on an eight-date West Coast tour with Ten- volved with new artists. ative director. Grimes nis, then over to Sweden and London—and Wild WCT: Your song “#1 in Heaven” has a fun Don’t miss MNDR and The Ting Tings With a legit musical background, this 21-year- Belle’s first album hasn’t even been released yet. energy, although it’s about Patty Hearst. Tuesday, April 3, at Metro, 3730 N. Clark old Canadian has really started to make a name Keep an eye out for this band. AW: The chorus actually takes her quotes St., at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, visit www. for herself. Grimes was a prominent figure in the See www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EtYBbPH- after she was arrested for the bank robbery/ metrochicago.com or www.jamusa.com; for illegal DIY loft culture of Montreal at a place kw&sns=em. murder incident. After she sympathized with more on MNDR, see www.mndr.com. called Lab Synthèse—a 4,600-square-foot re-ap- WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 33 NUNN ON ONE: MUSIC a press release. Produced by the celebrated Matt Alber at Mark Ronson, this will be Wainwright’s sev- Nneka: Revealing her ‘Soul’ Jackhammer enth studio album. Wainwright calls Out of the Game “the most April 14 pop album I’ve ever made,” while Ronson re- be Oxford English but we kind of abandoned it. On Saturday, April 14, The Flesh Hungry Dog cently stated, “It’s the best work of my ca- WCT: Last time I saw you was at Lollapaloo- Show will present “An Evening With Matt Al- reer.” za and the afterparty with Perez Hilton. ber” at Jackhammer, 6406 N. Clark St., at 10 Musicians on the album include the Dap- Nneka: Oh, yes—at the Hard Rock Café. Lady p.m. Kings, who Ronson used for the Amy Wine- Gaga was there, too. Alberis a gay Seattle-based singer/song- house album Back To Black; Wilco’s Nels WCT: Yes, that was the gayest Lollapalooza writer touring a new acoustic album titled Cline; Nick Zinner of Yeah Yeah Yeahs; Andrew we have had. I noticed you played at Lilith Constant Crows. The album debuted at No. Wyatt from Miike Snow; Sean Lennon; and Fair in the past, which is mainly a women’s 2 on the iTunes Singer/Songwriter Chart and Martha Wainwright. event. You must have many lesbian fans now. was recorded and produced at his home on See www.RufusWainwright.com or www. Nneka: Oh, good. I have so many! It is true Vashon Island in Puget Sound. DeccaRecords.com. and it is all good. He may be best known for the song “End WCT: Your big single “Heartbeat” I cannot of the World” and the accompanying video of get enough of. two men dancing. New Adam Lambert Nneka: Thank you. by jerry nunn See www.fleshhungrydog.com for more in- WCT: The new record is called Soul Is Heavy formation. CD out May 15 Adam Lambert will release his second al- but it seems lighter in some respects. Nigerian singer Nneka recently performed in bum, Trespassing, on RCA Records/19 Record- Nneka: I was inspired from a dark place in my Chicago. Born in Warri, Nigeria, she moved to ings May 15. personal life. I was questioning a lot, includ- Rufus and Germany at age 18. After working with DJ Farhot Lambert has described the album—which ing myself. I moved up to Nigeria in between. in Hamburg, Nneka slowly grew to public notice Ronson team for he executive-produced—”an exciting jour- I needed to tackle the situation in Nigeria and as an opening act for Sean Paul, Nas and Lenny ney through the past two years of my life. cope with it. There were things happening Kravitz. ‘Out of the Game’ It’s been a transformative period and I really around me, kidnappings, it all inspired me to sit Rufus Wainwright will release the CD Out Her style has been described as Lauryn Hill wanted to make music from what I’ve expe- down and write this album. of the Game May 1 on Decca, according to mixed with Erykah Badu. Although she recites rienced. All these songs honestly explore the Songs such as “J” and “Restless” seem calm and sings in both English and the Nigerian lan- ups and downs of my reality.” but they were created when I was in a dark state guage of Igbo, at the show the crowd chanted His debut CD, For Your Entertainment, has of mind. They were written in Lagos with DJ Far- right along with her—no matter what language. sold more than 2 million copies worldwide. Her latest album, Soul Is Heavy, continues her hot, who I work with most of the time. He came journey in politics and hip-hop with a mix of down to Nigeria for the first time to complement sounds from reggae to pop music. the whole vibe on the record. People may say Melanie Fiona at We spoke the day of her live show at the Dou- the record does not sound indigenous as it was ble Door, where she spread the message that we recorded in Africa but that is the funny thing The Mid March 29 React Presents & The Mid are welcoming are all connected. about it. The album doesn’t sound typical Nige- rian. It is a blend of everything. two-time Grammy-winning Canadian R&B Windy City Times: Good morning, Nneka. songstress Melanie Fiona to the Mid, 306 N. Nneka: I am so tired. We arrived in Chicago at I needed to let the record out the way it is. Halsted St., March 29. 2 a.m. I had some problems with the record company putting it out but I had toured with one record See www.Clubtix.com. WCT: I’m sure there is a time change. Do you for three and a half years and I had to get it live in Nigeria? Nneka: Yes; I moved to Nigeria from Germany out, even if it was a premature birth. I was preg- five years ago but I do go back and forth. nant and needed to let it go after nine months! [Laughs] WCT: How many languages do you speak? Nneka: I speak English, a little bit of French, WCT: It was time, then. Igbo and German, so four languages. In Nigeria, Nneka: Yes. I am already inspired by traveling English is the major language. It is supposed to around to write new songs on the road. It will be a totally different sound of what you know on Soul Is Heavy. WCT: Tonight at the show it will be cover- ing your albums, Concrete Jungle and Soul Is Heavy. Nneka: And some little remixes… WCT: Fun! Is the song “J” inspired by a spe- cific person? Nneka: How do I put it? The name itself is a person’s name, but the content of the song ap- peals to many people. When people confront you with hatred, then you need to be able to convert that energy into something good for yourself. It needs to be the opposite of what you have been given. I was in Nigeria when I wrote it and there is a lot happening in the streets of Lagos. You can be stuck in traffic for five hours. It is a colorful, crazy, chaotic place. Speaking negative about people although coming from a negative place is not going to change my future. I want to live a good life with no complaining. WCT: So there is some positivity. Nneka: Exactly. WCT: You have a song with Ms. Dynamite called “Sleep.” Nneka: She is amazing. I have been following her career for a while now. WCT: She is finally putting out new music. Nneka: She does quite well in England. WCT: How was touring with Lenny Kravitz? Nneka: He was amazing. He is a humble per- son. Usually smaller artists like me go on tour with someone like him to broaden your horizons. He blew me away. It made me think about the way to create music. I learned to use my heart onstage by watching him. He came to say thank you to me instead of the other way around! Discover why the whole world is thanking Nneka these days with her music and perfor- Nneka. Photo by Jerry Nunn mances at www.nnekaworld.com. 34 March 28, 2012 WINDY CITY TIMES NUNN ON ONE: COMEDY WCT: Would you ever do a reality show, like WCT: You would be Paula Poundless, then! Celebrity Apprentice? Sherri Shepherd is on there to do that this PP: One of those? Yes, I would. I wanted to do season. Dancing With the Stars. They didn’t want me. I PP: Who is that? Paula Poundstone: pursued it to a degree. Somebody even started WCT: She is from The View. a Facebook page. It was a running joke with my PP: That show is horrible. If that is The View, On Alaska, her act and Twitter followers for a while. then give me a room with no windows! Someone told me the list had come out and WCT: Hilarious. The weather is going to be Nancy Grace was on it. I thought it is one thing perfect for you the week you are here in Il- reality shows to turn me down but to have Nancy Grace’s face linois. on television for one more millisecond contrib- PP: We live in southern California and it has by jerry nunn uting to the destruction of the world has made been so cold. I wear that jacket from Alaska to them tainted! They could ask me but I would bed with me at night! I am looking forward to Paula Poundstone has been performing stand-up no longer doggedly pursue trying to get on the going to Skokie for the warmth. most of her life. Since her first open-mic nights show. Bring the heat to Skokie and see Paula at in 1979, the comedian has kept audiences roll- My children and I watched it last night but the North Shore Performing Arts Center, 9501 ing in the aisles. Dressed in a suit and tie, her they were horrified by the notion that I would Skokie Blvd. on Friday, March 30, at 8 p.m. funny observations have led her to write a book do that—as if there were anything else I could For tickets and information, visit www.north- and make a comedy CD entitled I Heart Jokes. do to embarrass our family more! I would do it shorecenter.org. For more Paula, try www.pau- We talked to this classic funny woman before strictly for the weight-loss factor and to drop a lapoundstone.com. her upcoming show in Skokie. pound or two. Windy City Times: Hey, Paula. Good to see you are coming to town. Paula Poundstone: Me, too—I love playing in Skokie. Bruce Vilanch, David WCT: I am glad to see that the show is clos- er to Chicago this time out. PP: Skokie moved? Moretti added to WCT: No (laughs), but your other shows have been farther out in the suburbs. I will gay Christmas film cast definitely be at this show. PP: Oh great, come up and say hi! WCT: Will do. I saw you recently went to Alaska. PP: I did, last weekend. It was fantastic. I am still recovering. It was a whirlwind trip to say the least. WCT: It is daylight for a long time there, right? PP: It wasn’t at this time. I was working a lot Paula Poundstone. PR photo and I had brought my daughter with me. Nor- mally during the day I am fairly sedentary when I am on the road. I travel, I eat, I do some writ- PP: That is fresh sometimes. … When I first ing, I take shower, I go to work, I take nap, but started out I took a Greyhound bus around the because she was with me more was expected of country to see what clubs were like in differ- me. We did dog sledding and stuff like that. It ent cities. I ended up in San Francisco at The was cool. We went to the glacier. I summited a Other Café. It was very small and I was desper- rock. ate for money so I got a job working behind WCT: Wow. the counter. I didn’t want to wipe my hands on PP: Not that big of a rock, honestly. my apron and come out onstage. I decided to WCT: Well, you did it. work at night as a standup comic and during the PP: I stood on it. day work behind the counter. I did open mic on WCT: How did your show go there? Wednesdays. PP: The audiences were great. I had a blast When I opened the place in the morning I talking to the people. They were all rugged indi- would hear people bitching about the comics David Moretti. Photo by Dexter Brown Bruce Vilanch. Press photo vidualists. from the night before. The number-one com- WCT: They are very Republican there, aren’t plaint was [that] people always did the same they? thing. I became very sensitive to the waitresses’ CHICAGO—Hollywood legend Bruce Vilanch PP: I don’t know, but I made some jokes about Moretti and Vilanch join several other actors opinions. I was very liberal about mixing it up and acclaimed actor David Moretti have the Republican primary. One can’t help oneself. already cast in the film, including Megan Ca- after that. I guess I still am. If you came to the joined the cast of a feature film being shot in It is like in the Roger Rabbit movie when they vanagh (A League of Their Own, Robin Hood: two nights in Anchorage, Alaska, there would be Chicago this May. lured him out saying, “Knock, knock.” You can’t Men in Tights, Exes and Ohs); Rusty Schwim- a few things that I repeated from one show to Scrooge & Marley is a modern-day varia- throw this Republican field in front of me and mer (North Country, Perfect Storm, A Little the other but much of it is unplanned. So in that tion on Charles Dickens’ classic story of the have me resist saying stuff about it. It is just Princess, Drop Dead Diva, Bones, Louie); Ron- way, it regenerates itself. I don’t do the same holidays, A Christmas Carol. Recounted from too damn funny. It has been a boon. nie Kroell (Bravo’s Make Me a Supermodel, thing that I just did because I grew up doing it a gay sensibility, Dickens’ tale of a man’s re- WCT: The jokes write themselves, I am sure. Eating Out: Drama Camp and Into the Lion’s that way. demption at the holidays—thanks to the help PP: It kind of does—Santorum, my heav- Den); and Becca Kaufman, a renowned Chica- WCT: Lily Tomlin just performed at the same of three ghostly spirits—has a fresh perspec- ens! Newt Gingrich said he was going to do go-area vocalist. place in Skokie. She took questions from the tive. something with Israel his first day in office. I Final casting of the film’s major roles will be audience. Do you do something like that? Two-time Emmy winner Vilanch is a writer, thought, “Wouldn’t he just put up his pictures complete by April 1. PP: I ask people where they are from and what songwriter and actor, well known for his four- and his little tchotchkes on his desk first?” Scrooge & Marley is based on an original they do for a living. I love talking to the audi- year role on Hollywood Squares and as a head WCT: I liked reading your Twitter posts. Lisa script by Ellen Stoneking, Richard Knight, Jr. ence. It is my favorite part of the night. I ran- writer for the Oscars. Lampanelli told me once if she could get two and the late Tim Imse. Knight and Peter Nev- domly ask people questions. In this way little Moretti is best known as Thom Etherton, jokes a day on there, then she is happy. ille will direct. biographies are developed. That is how I set my the intrepid reporter on here! TV’s acclaimed PP: I am about the same. It is interesting be- Executive producers of the film are Tracy sails for the night. Depending on what one per- vampire series, The Lair. Moretti led the series cause for my act I never really push myself that Baim (Hannah Free) and David Strzepek son says then I will talk about a certain topic. I for three seasons between 2007 and 2010. hard. I never wrote two jokes a day for my act. (Foodgasm), who are joined by several co- will talk to a different person and follow that. It His character also crossed over into the net- I also do it differently onstage. A lot of things producers (Knight, Neville, Stoneking, Kroell is like being a pinball I guess. I let the conver- work’s sister show, Dante’s Cove. I have developed by talking onstage. I certainly and Etta Worthington) and experienced crew. sation with the crowd dictate where I go next. “I am beyond excited to be a part of never sat down with a piece of paper and said, Line producer is Thavary Krouch. It seems to work pretty well. Scrooge & Marley,” Moretti said. “Christmas “Now I am writing jokes.” When I am on Twitter, The film is being financed by investors WCT: Have you played Provincetown before? movies hold a very special place in my heart I sit at my computer and think of things to say. and an IndieGoGo campaign under the name PP: I have and I love it. as I have a handful of favorites I’ve watched I also tell people where I am going to be Scrooge & Marley film has also been launched. WCT: I thought you would have a huge gay every single Christmas since I was a little boy. although I never thought of that when I first They hope to raise $15,000 by April 4, to add crowd for that. My hope is that Scrooge & Marley becomes started using it. I hate to do that without giving to the investor funding. See www.indiegogo. PP: I have been doing it for several years now that for the gay community. It’s a sweet, clas- them more enjoyable content. com/Scrooge-Marley-film?a=396864. with a night or two. It is such a great place like sic story of redemption … with a little glit- WCT: How do you keep your act fresh after a carnival. There is the natural beauty of the ter.” performing for so long? It has to be hard be- place and the wacky beauty too! I like both. ing away from your kids. WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 35 NUNN ON ONE phor. The lyrics are “You are my last drag.” It is doesn’t like pretty girls? The rest of it… being addicted to something that you love. You WCT: Not your thing? have to do it one more time. The whole idea of TL: It is not that it is not my thing but I don’t the video is to walk into a den of my tempta- know about that title of it. I don’t know. Don’t Traci Lords: tions and sins. To see them whether it was girls all girls kiss other girls? or whatever. It was meant to go together and WCT: I don’t know. I wish all boys kissed On John Waters, her name flirt with that. People have asked me a lot about boys, but they don’t! it because they consider it very bi-curious. Lots more of Lords can be found at www. WCT: Do you feel you were bisexual at any tracilords.com. and new song point in your life? By JERRY NUNN TL: I have played with girls. I like girls. Who

Traci Lords turned the porn world upside down at an early (illegal) age before breaking into main- BOOKS stream movies such as John Waters’ Cry-Baby. She went on to gain “Control” of her career Now-sober gay with a dance track of the same title that reached #2 on the Billboard chart. Lords wrote an autobiography about her life author recounts days entitled Traci Lords: Underneath It All that made the New York Times best-seller list. of wine and doses Currently with a new movie called Excision and By JON PUTNAM new song “Last Drag,” we caught up with her Mark when she was recently in the Windy City. Waking up one afternoon after a long night Rosenberg. Windy City Times: Hi, Traci. Have you been of drinking, Mark Brennan Rosenberg found Photo able to try out some food in the city yet? himself curled up on the bathroom floor of from TL: I had some salmon downstairs in the hotel. a stranger’s apartment. He vaguely remem- Rosenberg It had capers and onions. bered meeting a guy at a bar and going home WCT: I have some gum if you want. with him. However, upon venturing out of TL: Is that a hint? Traci Lords. PR photo the bathroom, Rosenberg discovered that the WCT: No! apartment was completely empty; his trick TL: At first, he fed me gum… about me. Don’t look on the Internet! had moved out, furniture and all. WCT: How does it feel to have the new hair WCT: You had the name legally changed. This is just one of the true stories that color? TL: It has been mine since 1986. It does feel Rosenberg recounts in his memoir, Blackouts TL: I have been red before; it was about 10 like forever but I am not quite that old thank and Breakdowns, a series of vignettes chroni- years ago. I have been blonde most of my life. you. cling his drug-and-alcohol-fueled adventures Rosenberg has discovered that the most We were getting ready to go to Sundance about WCT: Life seems good for you right now. in the New York City dating/hookup scene. memorable destinations to be off the beaten a week ago. I have a film called Excision there. TL: I feel great. I have been having fun. I am The author’s penchant for drama no doubt track. “It’s been the places that you wouldn’t [As a] homage to its bloody ending, I need some here now and not in the past. Where I am is a owes something to his lifelong love of ABC expect that have had the best turnouts, the fire! good place. That was just part of the journey. soaps, especially All My Children. (He even most fun,” he said. “The response has been WCT: Tell me about this movie. WCT: I played “Control” all the time back in dedicates his book to Erica Kane, Susan Luc- unbelievable. TL: It is intense and a trip. Richard Bates Jr. the ‘90s when I was going out to clubs. ci’s character on the show.) “One of our best events was in Fayetteville, directed and wrote it. He is a kid out of NYU who TL: You were dancing. I was, too. It was all Now sober since 2008, the twentysomething where the University of Arkansas is, and it did it as a short film for his final. He expanded about the black latex—those rubber dresses you Rosenberg—groaning when asked about his was amazing. ... Fayetteville is a wonderful it into a feature that he has worked on for many couldn’t get off when the sweat was going. age, like all misguided youth who can’t see community, a very liberal town in a very con- years. It fell into my hands early on. My agent WCT: That CD had a great cover. how young they really are—will read from his servative state, and they have so many inter- sent it over to me. The casting is really good in TL: Thank you. book April 3 at the Center on Halsted. This is esting things going on there! I would move it. My friend John Waters is in it. WCT: Your new song, “Last Drag,” is number the latest stop on his “Blackouts and Break- there in a heartbeat. Oklahoma City was an- WCT: I heard! one on the dance charts. It is not techno, like downs Bar Crawl Book Tour,” a four-month other place—a fun, quirky little town. Tempe, TL: He plays the reverend, which was fun for past songs. nation-spanning odyssey that began in Janu- Ariz., was really fun. us to get to work together since he is not mak- TL: No, I think my music has evolved also. My ary. Google is sponsoring the Chicago reading; “When you live in New York for 11 years, ing as many movies as he should; this was one first album was really electronic and techno- Rosenberg guaranteed that it will be “a shit you don’t think there’s anywhere else to live. way to do it. AnnaLynne McCord [star of the TV based but had rock elements to it. I think if it parade” as well as “a great networking event.” But I’ve found at least 12 cities I want to live series 90210] plays my daughter in it. She is had been slightly delayed it would have done Although the tour has included many non- in already.” quite deranged and delusional. She wants to be- better. Madonna had it right to wait for Ray of bar venues, it still might seem surprising that In addition to Blackouts and Breakdowns, come a surgeon and practices on the neighbors Light. She has been a lot better with her timing someone in recovery would promote a bar Rosenberg will offer Chicago audiences a and animals in the neighborhood. My younger than me. I am proud of that album because I crawl in the first place. Rosenberg isn’t con- preview of his new book Eating My Feelings, daughter is played by Ariel Winter from Modern hear it now and it still feels current. It doesn’t cerned. “If someone else has a problem with which hits bookstores April 19: “I think it’s Family. She has cystic fibrosis. feel dated. me being in a bar, that’s not my fault,” he more relatable because it’s all about food and WCT: That sounds intense. WCT: No it doesn’t. said. “I don’t drink, but I’m perfectly com- body image … how we view ourselves, and TL: I play this very religious uptight mom that TL: I am making a lot of great music this year. fortable going to a bar. That’s where people how the things that we’re told as children af- had a perfect life on the outside and married the I am signed to Sea to Sun Records. Creatively, a hang out, where communities gather. … It’s fect our decision-making process as adults. right guy with the right house with the white lot of things are just juicy, with the film out and very hard to get people to come to a book “When I was younger, I was very over- picket fence. I was homecoming queen that now the music all happening. My son is now 4 years reading at a bookstore. I wanted to think of a weight, and I still, to this day, view myself has two beautiful girls. None of it works. The old so I can walk away from the sandbox for a unique way to get to know the audience and as heavier, even though I’m not any more … older one is really crazy and messy. The younger second. That is my biggest most important job: new fans.” when we get older, especially being gay, you one is dying. I try to hold it together but it being a mom. It truly is. It is difficult, time- His addictive tendencies were on display have to live up to this standard of how you’re slowly comes unraveled. The whole family sort consuming and all-consuming. early. Hooked on coffee by age 10, he moved supposed to look, how you’re supposed to act, of implodes. WCT: Some gay fans were writing me about on to harder stuff, although the serious par- how you’re supposed to present yourself so WCT: This sounds like a good part for you. you. tying didn’t begin until he relocated to New that you are the perfect gay man.” TL: It is a juicy role. I am hoping it will bring TL: Good! What do they want to know? York City for college. “After college, the party As he approaches the fourth anniversary of more The Hand That Rocks the Cradle roles. I WCT: They talk more about the music. ended for everyone else,” he admitted. “I just his sobriety, Rosenberg reflected on his jour- want smart, feisty and layered roles. No kitten TL: Love it! My gay following is just not into kept going.” That didn’t happen for much lon- ney. “There are days that I miss drinking so roles! I am not a kitten anymore. I am a fierce my vagina. They appreciate the boobs, but ger, though; he became sober at age 25. much,” he conceded. “I had fun, I got myself feline. There is a difference. whatever. [Laughs] Did you see the new video? Rosenberg was quick to point out that his into these crazy adventures that I will cherish WCT: And a mother now. WCT: Yes, I did, kissing girls. It is a hot goal as writer and public speaker is not to for the rest of my life, but at the end of the TL: Yes, I am a red-hot momma! video. lecture audiences about the dangers of sub- day I’ve totally changed my life around for WCT: Explain the name Traci Lords. I have TL: You think? Zalman King directed it; he stance abuse, or even to encourage sobriety. the better. I’m having the most fun I’ve ever heard conflicting stories. did Red Shoe Diaries and 9 1/2 Weeks. The only He’s simply telling his story: “I talk about a had.” TL: It is not from The Philadelphia Story. If thing I regret was not getting the guys naked. lot of the crazy-ass shit that I used to do and “Blackouts and Breakdowns: An Evening I had known that I would have just been Tracy What do you think? how I overcame that. It’s not supposed to with Mark Rosenberg” will take place at Lord. I think that is cooler. I wasn’t that to- WCT: You should have. be preachy [or] about you getting sober. It’s the Center on Halsted’s Hoover-Leppen gether then. Traci was the name of a close friend TL: Or more shirts off, something. What was I about how I got sober. Theatre, 3656 N. Halsted St., Tuesday, April when I was little. Lords came from Jack Lord on thinking? Originally targeting the East Coast, the tour 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m. The suggested donation Hawaii Five-O. WCT: From the title you think drag queens, has expanded to more than 40 cities nation- is $5. WCT: Good to get the real story. There are but it is about smoking. wide. The lineup includes the expected mec- Rosenberg’s books can be ordered at all kind of things out there. TL: It all ties into it. It is not meant to be an cas like San Francisco and Los Angeles, but www.blackoutandbreakdowns.com. TL: There are all sorts of weird things out anti smoking thing at all. It was really a meta- 36 March 28, 2012 WINDY CITY TIMES Queer Bronzeville: A History of African American LGBTs on Chicago’s South Side, 1900-1985 Part III: Constructing Black Homosexuality on Chi- cago’s South Side: The Black Press, Queer Identities, and the Civil Rights Movement, 1950-1965 By Tristan Cabello ator shows. Jet’s editorial board gave a special place to news briefs, allowing the magazine to This is the third of a multi-part series. add, for example, reports of domestic violence in homosexual couples, in the section entitled During the 1950s, Chicago’s most important “Mr. and Mrs.” These articles did not mention Black publications redefined African American homosexuality openly. They did, however, cre- sexuality and acceptable sexual behavior in ate a discourse on Black sexuality, reflecting the Black communities. An original discourse aimed middle class’s morality and desire to counteract at explaining the limits of certain sexual behav- the visibility of homosexuality in large cities. iors was created. Beginning in 1952, Ebony, Jet When describing homosexuals, Ebony and and the Defender engaged in a discursive shift Jet implicitly confirmed dominant discourses; describing homosexual behavior as a contradic- homosexuals were not living in line with their tion to the values of Black society. gender identity. Queer men presented feminine In the 1950s, important figures in African characteristics, and homosexual women present- American music and literature did not hide their ed masculine traits. homosexual identity. James Baldwin publicly ac- Reporters from both publications were not at knowledged his homosexuality. In 1953, Bayard a loss for examples. Thus, Beatrice Calloway, a Rustin spent 60 days in prison for “consensual Detroit lesbian who killed her lover because the sodomy,” which was at the time a crime in the lover had fallen in love with another woman, State of California. stated that her rival wore “pants, a rumpled Queer African American culture was popular shirt, and men’s shoes.” in working-class Black neighborhoods. In De- Ebony emphasized female impersonators’ troit, the Paradise Valley, a local gay club, held feminine traits, which were described in articles drag shows which brought in the country’s most on drag balls. The editors reminded readers that popular drag queens, such as Janis L Cava, Baby “the female impersonators were often more In “Boy Meets ‘Girls’ at Hallowe’en Ball,” published Nov. 10, 1951, the Defender described a Jean Ray, Zorina La Crosse and Caledonia An- feminine than real women, but many more were drag ball. derson. In New Orleans, the most popular drag merely grotesque caricatures of femininity.” The queen was “Princess Lavonne,” and would come process of feminization was often highlighted, to be known as Little Richard in the late 1950s. with reporters noting that participants had to Around the country, Black Americans were or- shave and wear makeup, stating that a female ganizing and rising up against racial discrimina- impersonator had a tough job because “walking tion. In this struggle for civil rights, access to in high heels” was a hard task, as was “making full citizenship was at the very heart of activists’ sure that fake breasts did not fall out.” At no concerns and would lead to many shifts in Afri- time, however, did reporters from Ebony or Jet can American identity. Access to full citizenship explicitly reference the “abnormality” of this be- regulated the ideal image of the Black American havior. community. It set out acceptable norms for so- Ebony Magazine never mentioned queer sub- cial behavior, including sexual behavior. Homo- jects’ sexual preferences when reporting artistic sexuals were criticized by leaders in the struggle performances and activities. Ebony refused to for civil rights, who saw them as hurdles to full categorize those who were present at drag balls. citizenship for African Americans. Photographs suggested that at the dances, hug- During the early 1950s, queer festivities in ging and kissing were innocent. Chicago’s Black neighborhoods reached their Jet was more explicit regarding its queer sub- hour of glory. jects. In articles about drag balls, reporters used Eddie Phlique continued to host fashion shows direct terms to describe the participants’ sexual- at the Show Lounge Easter on Sunday; the mayor ity. The words “gay” and “queen” were preferred of Bronzeville continued to crown the Queen of terminology. Competitors were part of a “gay the Night at drag balls; the Roberts Show Lounge affair” which presented “gay entertainment.” housed the largest U.S. drag queen troupe, the Men pranced “gaily down the runway,” or the Jewel Box Revue; and the Defender begged Joe MC would elect the “queen of queens,” making Hughes to return to the nightlife. Drag balls “queenly bows.” organized by Jerry “Talent Scout” Jones at the In order to access full citizenship, Blacks had Casino Moderne officially opened their doors to to accept the societal norms created by white male cross-dressers. Reverend Clarence Cobbs communities, in order to acquire the “traits was publicly a friend of queer DJ Eddie Phlique. highly regarded by white Americans.” This cam- The Defender always dedicated a large part of paign to regulate sexual behaviors began during its publication to queer events taking place. In the 1950s, and was led by political and religious the early 1950s, it published a two-page article leaders. Adam Clayton Powell published an arti- about drag balls, the longest coverage of the cle entitled “Sex in the Church” in Ebony Maga- events since the newspaper’s creation. In “Boy zine, in which he described unacceptable sexual Meets ‘Girls’ at Hallowe’en Ball,” published Nov. behavior in the Black clergy. Powell particularly 10, 1951, the Defender described a drag ball, criticized the relationship that Prophet Jones of complete with five large photographs of drag Detroit maintained with his assistant. couples, drag queens on stage, and men danc- Beginning in 1953, Jet and Ebony Magazine’ ing with female impersonators. That year, the editorials began to reflect these shifts in dis- event had brought 5,000 people to the Pershing course. The editorial coverage of drag balls dis- Ballroom. The 1952 edition was also described appeared from the magazine’s columns in 1953. in detail in a Defender article, along with four In 1954, Jet redefined these popular events in large photographs. The reporter still noted the an article entitled “The Truth about Female Im- “interracial” nature of the event. personators,” describing them as the “obscure Tasked with relaying important events in the causes of homosexuality.” Black community, Jet and Ebony naturally re- The first step of this campaign was seen in an lied on the news from queer sources, particu- article about the life of a famous lesbian, Blues larly in Chicago. In Ebony Magazine, articles singer Gladys Bentley, who claimed to have been Drag Ball Attracts 3,600 was published in Jet magazine Nov. 11, 1954, page 15. on homosexual behavior mainly focused on en- Turn to page 37 tertainment, drag balls, and female imperson- WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 37

Jet Magazine, April 15, 1954, Jet Magazine Aug. 7, “Kiss for loveliest female “Are Homosexuals 1952, “Is There Hope male” was published in Becoming for Homosexuals?” Jet magazine Dec. 11, Respectable?” 1952, page 26.

BRONZEVILLE from page 36 In August 1953, Ebony published “The Woman discussion of the Biblical story of Sodom and cording to Patterson, 50% of all incarcerated Who Lived as a Man for Fifteen Years,” which Gomorrah, the article focused on Greek and Ro- African Americans and 75% of all incarcerated “cured” of her homosexuality. described the life of an African American woman man history. whites were “gal-boys.” If Ebony Magazine’s message was confusing in Ohio who had lived as a man for 15 years, Encouraged by very positive letters from its The fourth article was entirely dedicated to the during this stage of the campaign, the shift in and was less sympathetic than the article about readership, the Defender published the second history of lesbians, and placed them in another discourse toward criminalization and the per- Georgia Black. Throughout the article, Jim, in article in the series, in which it defined homo- category, which was “twice the size of the male ception of homosexuality as a medical issue was contrast to Georgia, was described as a criminal. sexuality as a psychological condition exclusive homosexual population.” The article informed its already evident. In an August 1952 article enti- Jim had carried out many affairs with women, to whites. The article concentrated mainly on ho- readers that lesbians, often “frigid in heterosex- tled “I am a Woman Again,” Bentley told Ebony was engaged to a woman he had met in high mosexual personalities and reiterated the idea of ual relationships,” married men who were homo- Magazine readers about “how she found happi- school, and became the “deacon” of the Kos- homosexuality as an obscure affliction. The main sexuals, and that “some were African Americans.” ness again after a medical treatment to correct ciusko church. He had moved from town to town, example, Oscar Wilde, was used to support Al- Gladys Bentley’s story was recounted in detail; her strange condition.” Indeed, Bentley stated, hiding his identity, smoking cigarettes, speak- fred Duckett’s theory of a psychological disease. highlighting the problems she faced, particularly “For many years, she had lived a personal hell,” ing like a man, and holding “male” jobs such as [Duckett was a Chicago Defender journalist who regarding the failure of her transition therapy. a sort of “no man’s land, a dark place that ex- a taxi driver, cook, fireman, and preacher. The wrote the series on the “Third Sex”.] According While African American gays continued to orga- isted between the limits of the two sexes.” residents of Kosciusko were profoundly shocked to Duckett, Wilde had become a homosexual only nize queer events and be visible in Bronzeville’s For the first time in the magazine’s history, by the entire affair, and particularly angry with after the age of 35, following an unhappy mar- bars, a change in discourse on homosexuality was the article analyzed the psychology of the ho- the preacher who appeared to be aware of Jim’s riage and attempting to escape the domination beginning to take root in Chicago’s Black press. mosexual individual, described as “mentally ill, identity. of his overbearing mother throughout his life. Homosexuality came to be seen as a medi- suffering deeply.” On the first page of its Feb. 16, 1957 edi- Homosexuality was therefore seen as the result cal and psychological problem, alien to African In October 1953, Ebony Magazine published tion, the Defender announced a series of articles of a traumatic situation with one’s mother, or a American communities. Homosexuals were thus the story of Georgia Black, a female imperson- about the “third sex,” in which the newspaper romantic disappointment with a person of the marginalized. Not only were homosexuals viewed ator who had recently passed away in Florida. cast aside its longstanding relationship with opposite sex. No African American gay man was as mentally ill, but also they could be cured with According to Ebony, Georgia Black was an Afri- Bronzeville’s queer community and female im- included in this description. psychotherapy. can American woman who should have died “hu- personators, and redefined homosexuality, de- The third article also focused on prisons rein- With this new definition, Black homosexuals miliated and in disgrace” as a “pervert, a sissy, a scribing it as a medical phenomenon that was forcing the idea that homosexuality was a result would have to struggle to be respected during monster.” Black had lived as a woman for nearly both obscure and foreign. of a specific environment. Prison was a place the 1960s, after a period of wide acceptance. 30 years, fooling everyone around her, as she In the first article of the series, the Defender of transformation, where heterosexuals became Tristan Cabello is the Andrew W. Mellon was actually a man. ignored the newspaper’s long historic relation- homosexuals. Duckett’s main source was Hay- Postdoctoral Fellow in African American Stud- Georgia Black’s adopted son, Willie Saab, pub- ship with the South Side queer and female im- wood Patterson’s book, Scottsboro Boy (1950), ies at Bowdoin College. He is currently com- lished his version of his mother’s biography in personator community, as well as the multitude which detailed his stay in prison. Patterson’s pleting his first book Queer Bronzeville: Race, an article entitled “My Mother was a Man” in of articles on African American drag queens book proved that one could find “gal boys” and Sexuality and Urban Boundaries in Black the November 1953 Ebony. Saab described his from New York, Chicago, and Detroit that had “wolves” (masculine men) who “engaged in amo- Chicago, 1900-1985. His exhibit “Queer mother as “a generous soul, who always came to appeared in the publication since its creation. rous relations, and that some even married.” Bronzeville’ is available on the Website www. the aid of others,” who “worked tirelessly in her The first article emphasized the “novelty” of this Prisons encouraged homosexuality by pairing off outhistory.org . Tristan can be reached at tca- church,” and who “always followed the law,” but topic for the newspaper. The first article laid out possible partners. “Wolves” protected the young [email protected]. emphasized his feminine attributes. the history of homosexuality. Following a brief boys; young queers prostituted themselves. Ac-

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ment, will be the focus of a conference at the University of Illinois at Chicago, March 30-31, organized by UIC’s Gender and Sexuality Center. It will bring together artists, scholars and community organiz- ers to examine Rustin’s legacy and discuss contemporary social justice issues. Mandy Brought to you by the combined efforts of Carter, National Coordinator of the Bayard Rustin Centennial 2012 Project of the Na- WINDY CITY tional Black Justice Coalition will speak. A DOCTOR, DOCTOR reception opens the event at 6pm and the TIMES program begins at 6:30pm; 6:30pm, UIC Education, Performing Arts, Social Work Saturday, March 31 Building, Room 060, 1040 W. Harrison St. Canadian writers Farzana Wed., March 28 Wonka Ball About Face Theater presents Your Prom, The ReMix benefiting About Doctor and Vivek Shraya HIV Research & Black Gay/Bisexual Men SCHOOL DAZE Face Theatre and About Face Youth The- HIV Research and Black gay/bisexual men, will hold a book-reading atre. Revisit the best of the ‘70s, ‘80s, and research trends and partnerships, public Thursday, March 29 at Gerber/Hart, 1127 W. ‘90s and dance the night away. Take a new health policy and community outcomes. Candace Gingrich-Jones will prom photo, celebrate the crowning of a Granville Ave. Free and open to the public. All elcome. speak at Northeastern Illinois prom king & queen, enjoy decadent des- RSVP online. 12pm-5:30pm, Univ of Chi- serts and open bar. 7pm VIP admission, Photo from Doctor cago, Chicago School of Social Service University, 5500 N. St. Louis $250 per ticket. 8pm general admission, Administration, 969 East 60th St., www. Ave. $150 per ticket; The Chicago Illuminating chiblackgaycaucus.org Co., 19 E. 21st St., www.aboutfacetheatre. and women who meet the first Sunday LGBT Brazil in Film Screening of two short com of every month to socialize and make documentaries, “The Butterflies,” and “I’m Photo by Kate Sosin Paula Poundstone After fabulously unfor- new friends. There is no membership fee. a Woman, I’m a Brazilian, I’m a Lesbian.” gettable sold-out performances in past Brunch is under $8.00, pay at the door; 5pm-7pm, Forum Roon, Northwestern Uni- seasons, Paula Poundstone returns to the 10am-12pm, Old Country Buffet, 8780 W. versity, Evanston, www.northwestern.edu North Shore Center stage by popular de- Dempster, Niles Brother Outsider: The Life of Bayard Rus- Madonna Album Release Party Win copies 3027) provides youth grades 6-12 with starts at 6:30pm and the performance at mand. 8pm, North Shore Center for the tin Out writer-director-producer Bennett of MDNA, the new one from Madge herself. complete, accurate and age appropri- 7:30pm Tickets are $25 for the public and Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skok- Singer will attend this screening of the Part of Madonnarama with DJ Riley York. ate sexual health education necessary to $20 for museum members. 6:30pm, Chi- ie, www.northshorecenter.org documentary portrait of openly gay Civil 10pm, Berlin Nightclub, 954 W. Belmont prevent sexually transmitted diseases. cago History Museum, 1601 N Clark St., Rights activist Bayard Rustin (in honor Ave, www.berlinchicago.com of the 100th anniversary of Rustin’s birth Transportation and participation are free. www.chicagohistory.org Saturday, March 31 Spring Men’s Flag Football Open Registra- Marriage Equality Forum Explore the sub- date) followed by a complimentary dessert Lunch provided. Questions to Aramide Ola- AfterWork Karaoke Thursday Singing starts tion Party Teams, groups and individual ject of marriage equality and civil unions reception in the G.A.R. Rotunda (courtesy deinde at [email protected]. 10pm, State at 7pm. Always a secret song for $25 bar players welcome at all skill levels. Season in Illinois, the current status of the move- of Ann Sather). Co-sponsored by Affinity Capitol (6:30am bus pick up from Chicago tab! Hosted By Karaoke by Creagh. Beer begins Sat., April 28. 2pm-5pm, DS Te- ment to legalize gay marriage, and the Community Services. 6:30pm, Chicago Cul- location TBD) Where: State Capitol Build- bucket specials all day - but order by 10p quila Company, 3352 N. Halsted St., www. legal difference between civil unions and tural Center, 78 E Washington St., www. ing, 401 S. 2nd St., Springfield and get a basket of fries from our friends chicagomsa.org marriage. Speakers will include Sen. Don explorechicago.org at Burger Philosophy. Weekly themes. So Trikone Chicago Reading Canadian authors Harmon, Representative Camille Lilly, and Hello Georgeous, Happy 70th Birthday Thursday, March 29 who are you gonna sing? 7pm-11:30pm, Farzana Doctor and Vivek Shraya will read Equality Illinois CEO, Bernard Cherkasov. to an Icon Premier award-winning Barbra Birth to Buyout: The Seminar Lawyer and 773-334-2525, The Call (Chicago), 1547 from Six Metres of Pavement and God 10:30am, Oak Park Temple, 1235 N. Har- Streisand impressionist Steven Brinberg, author Coco Soodek has created a day- W. Bryn Mawr Ave. Loves Hair. Fawzia Mirza will open the lem Ave., Oak Park, www.oakparktemple. one night only, singing Streisand song long seminar, based on her book “Birth Candace Gingrich-Jones Gingrich-Jones— afternoon with introductions. 3pm-5pm, com classics. Just as mega-superstar Barbra to Buyout: Law for the Life Cycle of Your the lesbian half-sister of Newt Gingrich— 773-381-8030, Gerber/Hart Library, 1127 Streisand lands her 31st Top 10 album Business.” How to avoid some of the le- will speak as part of the school’s Presiden- gal tricks and traps. Lunch provided, and tial Lecture Series. She will talk about The W Granville Ave., www.gerberhart.org Monday, April 2 on the Billboard charts. Reservations are CROSSwalk Walk Against Violence Four- all will get a copy of the book. Members Accidential Activist, her autobiography, Vital Bridges’ Annual Bowling event: highly recommended by calling 773-278- mile interfaith procession through Chi- and non-members $30. 9:30am-4:30pm, among other topics. The event is free and Strike Out Hunger The 9 to 12 Bowling 1830 or online. 8pm, Davenports, 1383 N. cago’s streets to remember the murdered Chicago Area Gay & Lesbian Chamber of open to the public. 7pm, Northeastern Il- League and River Rand Bowl holds its 15th Milwaukee Ave. www.davenportspianobar. youth and find opportunities to protect Commerce Headquarters: 3179 N. Clark linois University, 5500 N. St. Louis Ave., annual bowling benefit for Vital Bridges. com/home.swf children. 5:30pm, 773-348-3434, St. St., www.glchamber.org www.neiu.edu $35 per individual bowler, $180 per team Health and Access Advocacy Day The Ac- James Cathedral, Huron and Wabash, www. “Come Sail Away: Chicago Rock in the Austin Armacost’s Birthday Bash Star of (up to 6 bowlers). Highlights: X-X-X raffle, curate Sexual Health Education Bill (HB crosswalkchicago.org 1970s” Styx and Cheap Trick. The lecture Logo’s hit reality show The A-List: New 7-10 Split the Pot, Bowling Bingo, No-Tap A Night Of Elegance: Benefit for Sheri York and former runway model Austin Ar- & Cosmic Bowling, DJ & refreshments. For Payne Join Stella Productions for this macost will be celebrating his birthday more information about Strike Out Hunger benefit gala for Continental Elite bound at Scarlet Bar Chicago’s famed Frat Night and Vital Bridges Center on Chronic Care, Sheri Payne. Entertainment includes Chili party; 9pm, Scarlet Bar, 3320 N Halsted please contact Makara Fairman at mfair- Pepper, Maya Douglas, Victoria Le Paige, St., www.scarletbarchicago.com [email protected]. 7pm-10pm, Tajma Hall, Dida Ritz and many, many Drag Idol Hydrate Nightclub presents sea- 773-271-5140, River Rand Bowl. 191 S. more. Great raffles, free sandwich and des- son two of Drag Idol! A winner is chosen River Rd., Des Plaines, www.vitalbridges. sert bar. $10. 8pm, Baton Show Lounge, every week to take home a cash prize of org 436 N. Clark St., www.stellaproductions2. $100 and secure a spot to compete in the Joan Rivers TV Taping Joan will be per- com Drag Idol Finals to win a prize package forming her uncensored, uninhibited worth over $10,000! 9pm, Hydrate, 3458 standup comedy. Second show 9pm. N. Halsted St., www.hydratechicago.com/ $39. to $125.00; 7pm, The Arcada The- Tuesday, April 3 Blackouts and Breakdowns: An Evening home/ atre, St. Charles, Tickets: www.oshows. with Mark Rosenberg Rosenberg’s book Steampunk Thursdays Elate is taking its com/#!showlists/vstc5=joan-rivers is a no-holds-barred look into the life of eco-friendly philosophy to new heights, Battle Of the Bulge Contest A CLAW Nation a 20 something very gay, very fabulous, on Thursdays, by re-inventing itself as the party. Raffle prizes, live and silent auc- very alcoholic, young man. $5 suggested Steampunk center of Chicago. 9:30pm, tions, hosted by MCL 2012 Angel Velez. donation at the door. Info from mross@ 312-202-9900, Elate, 111 W. Huron St., VIP (Very Indecent Pervert) reception centeronhalsted.org; 6:30pm-8:30pm, www.elatechicago.com 9-11 in the Club room. Hosted bar, gift bags and more. $25 per person/$40 per Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St., Friday, March 30 couple to benefit Chicago House. 9pm, www.centeronhalsted.org Bisexual Social/ Discussion Group An “25 Years of Pride” A Multimedia Photo Touche, 6412 N Clark St, Chicago, www. evening for bisexual, bi-curious, and al- Event In 2012 PrideFest Milwaukee will touchechicago.com lied individuals to form community, share celebrate a milestone, as the festival turns ideas, and connect with peers. 7pm, Cen- 25. In celebrating this major event, the Sunday, April 1 ter on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St., www. people of PrideFest Milwaukee invite you Urban Village Church: Andersonville ser- centeronhalsted.org to join them for a stroll down a digital vice Andersonville is a neighborhood full memory lane, with a fundraising event of passion, art, diversity, and eclectic unlike any other. 6pm-10pm, Milwaukee energy, all which makes Urban Village Wed., April 4 Windy City Gay Idol Windy City Gay Idol, Gay Arts Center, 703 S 2nd St., Milwaukee, Church thrilled to be joining the commu- now in its 10th year, kicks off the 2012 Wis., www.pridefest.com nity! 10:30am-11:45am, 1602 W. Ainslie search for the best amateur GLBT singers LAGBACs Meet the Bar For LGBT law stu- (at Ashland), www.newchicagochurch.com in the Chicago area. Singers sign up at dents and friends to network with practic- Urban Village Church Spiritual worship 8pm. Learn more online. 9pm, The Glen- ing LGBT lawyers and judges. Times and is about coming together as community wood, 6962 N Glenwood Ave, www.windy- final info: John Litchfield at jlitchfield@ to make space for God to move in us. GAME OF THRONES citymediagroup.com/lgbt/windy-city-gay- lagbac.org. 6pm-8pm, Sidetrack, 3349 N 10:15am-11:30am, Urban Village Church, idol-kicks-off-10th-year-/36745.html Friday, March 30 Halsted St., www.lagbac.org Spertus Institute, 610 S. Michigan Ave., Life and impact of Bayard Rustin Rustin, a www.urbanvillagechurch.org key figure from the U.S. civil-rights move- Rainbow Brunch North Shore LGBT men About Face Theatre’s annual Wonka Ball will take place at the Chicago Illuminating Company, 19 E. 21st St. Get WindyCityMediaGroup.com Photo from 2011 by Kat Fitzgerald : online ChicagoPride.com WINDY CITY TIMES March 28, 2012 45

BILLY MASTERS Friday, March 30 FroM 9pM @ Sidetrack

“I’m totally for it. ... I think there was a time in call for the show to also play the United King- my life, probably in college, that I wished every dom and United States, making mandatory stops guy was gay because it meant more women for in London’s West End and New York’s Broadway. me! I don’t know what everyone’s problem with Obviously paying homage to fellow Aussie Dame it is. I wish everyone was gay. That’s always the Nellie Melba, this farewell tour will last two way I thought about it. I have no issue with it. If years—which leaves her two years short of her I have to suffer through marriage, why shouldn’t operatic predecessor, but certainly leaves the they?”—Donald Trump Jr. shares his opinions on door open for a second farewell—à la Cher! Af- gay marriage. By the way, he’s also pro-choice. ter all, they’re roughly the same age ... give or Obviously, I have to start with the big trial take. that has changed us forever—Nicollette Sheri- From Australia we go to London, where our dan’s suit against Marc Cherry and ABC for favorite “AbFab” girls turned up for “Sport Re- wrongful termination from Desperate House- lief,” which is a sort of telethon where popu- wives. I don’t even know where to start. Most lar athletes and various other luminaries come people probably would start with the difference together and raise money for charity. For the between a slap and a tap, but not me. I’m start- event, Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley put ing with a section of Cherry’s testimony where together a mini-episode. In a nutshell, Patsy’s

Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley stay “Absolutely Fabulous.”

S I D E T R A C K T H E V I D E O B A R 3 3 4 9 N O R T H H A L S T E D S T. he recounts breaking up a fight between Sheri- magazine offers to do a spread of models and S I D E T R A C K C H I C A G O. C O M dan and Teri Hatcher. Nicollette allegedly called Olympians wearing Stella McCartney’s clothes. /SidetrackBar Hatcher “the meanest woman in the world.” It’s Eddy actually set up the meeting in Patsy’s name not the first time I’ve heard Teri described this so that she could then get free clothes. The plan way. is thwarted by Baby Bunton, who intends on As to his own altercation with Sheridan, Cher- keeping Eddy busy working out with various fa- ry admitted he “tapped her head” while trying mous athletes and away from the meeting. It’s THE KICKOFF to demonstrate how he wanted a scene acted. all rather fun, as you’ll see on BillyMasters.com. She claimed, “He hit me and he hit me hard.” Ul- It must be the unseasonably warm weather timately, the judge threw out the assault charge. that brought in a summer rerun question to EVENT! Cherry also said he never considered Edie Britt our “Ask Billy” box. Patrick in Chicago asks: “My a main character on Desperate Housewives. She God—who is the hot Latino on Dancing with the was never in the opening credits and he thought Stars? He’s STUNNING! Tell me you’ve got some of her as a “spoiler to complicate the other nude shots of him. Or even shirtless. Anything!” women’s lives.” Of course, she was always in Sometimes all I have to do is sit back and the group promotional photos, and she’s on the wait for you to catch up with me. When I told DVD covers with the other four ladies. The jury you about William Levy months ago after he did wrestled to make sense of it all while the judge that music video with Jennifer Lopez, most of tried to get both sides to agree to a settlement. you couldn’t place him. So you probably didn’t ABC refused. Ultimately, it was a hung jury with bother going to www.BillyMasters.com to see eight out of the 12 jurors siding with Sheridan. the full-frontal nude photos of him—yes, penis A mistrial was declared and Nic promises to have and all. But something tells me you’ll be rush- the case retried. I don’t doubt her for a second. ing over now to get a piece of him. And what a While I was in Florida, I saw an ad in one of mighty fine piece it is. the gay papers for “Genital Perfecting Cream.” When I’m praying for Levy to have a wardrobe What is that? It is apparently a skin lightening malfunction, it’s definitely time to end yet an- cream that men use to bleach their nether re- other column. As you all know, I’ve met lots of gions. I believe the Kardashians are developing celebrities and don’t have many names left on a similar product. my wish list. But you know who would be at Some truly tragic news rocked the entertain- the top of it? Dame Edna. Oh, I’ve met her wily ment industry. After 56 years, Dame Edna Ever- manager, Barry Humphries. He forced me to take WED., APRIL 4 age, arguably the most famous woman in the some photos with him at Edna’s opening night world, will be retiring. Well, retiring is such an on Broadway. But I think maybe he was just try- Sign-up begins at 8pm ugly word—right up there with the word “ugly,” ing to keep me away from his famous client. I Show begins at 9 as a matter of fact. But she is bidding farewell guess I only have two years left to fulfill that to the live theatre (while reserving the right to goal. While I’m busy plotting, you can keep up $6 Smirnoff and Ketel One tall cocktails pop up occasionally on the telly). with the latest gossip on www.BillyMasters.com. This announcement was made despite medi- If you have a question or perhaps an idea that $5 cover/$10 contestant sign-up fee cal assurances that she is in tip-top shape. In doesn’t involve kidnapping an Aussie gigastar, fact, just last week her gynecologist gave her drop a note to [email protected] and I two thumbs up, which I suspect the Dame en- promise to get back to you before Nicollette of- joyed heartily. Her final tour, “Eat Pray Laugh!,” fers to be the face of genital perfecting cream. will debut in June on a lovely stage in the city (Hey, a gig’s a gig.) So, until next time, remem- of Canberra (that’s in Australia, for those of you ber, one man’s filth is another man’s bible. who are somewhat geographically challenged) Note: The views expressed in this column are and will wind its way throughout Edna’s home- not necessarily those of Windy City Times. 6962 N. GLENWOOD land before venturing abroad. Tentative plans www.TheGlenwoodBar.com 46 March 28, 2012 WINDY CITY TIMES did not heal at the normal rate. I have had to came into town for the surgery and anytime I miss about two [more] weeks from the follow-up was in the hospital. My sister checked on me Former Force player surgeries. During the entire 18 months, I never everyday and made sure I had lots of texts felt like I was in this fight alone. My wife, family and messages from my niece and nephews. My and friends were always there for me in a million friends were great for moral; they never let me beats a bigger foe: ways. It started with them throwing a ‘Bye Bye get down or bored. They were also there to sup- Boobie’ party for me and several other gather- port Demie and give her some time as well.” Breast cancer ings during my reconstruction and recovery. Duffey’s drive and determination paid off Feb. “Since my reconstruction started the same day 24, when she met with her plastic surgeon for a By Ross Forman as my mastectomy, I never had the ‘flat chest check-up connected to what she hoped would scar.’ I really didn’t think I would be bothered be her last surgery. The healing was good, with The tattoo tells the tale. by losing a breast; it was never something I no crazy scarring or additional wound issues, the On the backside of her left shoulder, Kim Duf- considered a central feature of mine. As I got doctor reported. fey has a new tattoo with the Ford Warrior in through the initial treatment, drains, bandages, She then was moved from medical patient to a Pink logo and the word “Survivor” emblazed in suture removal, I thought I had come to accept follow-up patient. She went from meeting with red and pink. “It is a battle and because of the my ‘new look.’ I looked pretty normal in a bra her oncologist every month to once every three massive number of people affected by breast and shirt. It wasn’t until my last surgery, when months, and now, every six months. cancer, it is very much like a tribe of people bat- Dr. Stefan Szczerba did a skin graft and created “I beat it,” Duffey said with pride. tling a common enemy,” Duffey said. “The first a nipple and areola that I realized how much Duffey, Demie and Kim’s sister will participate walk we did after my surgery I saw the symbol having the surgery had affected me mentally. in the annual Susan G. Komen 3 Day, a 60-mile and commented that once I beat this I am going Once all the bandages came off, I was so ex- walk to support breast cancer. to get that as a tattoo.” cited; I was normal again. When I got out of the “I have to be on a cancer-inhibitor drug for Duffey, 45, who lives in Crystal Lake and works shower, I now saw myself with two breasts, not five years and have to have regular mammo- as and eighth-grade teacher at Dundee Middle one breast and a reconstruction.” grams every year now,” Duffey said. “Other than School, has truly had one wild, emotional, life- Duffey said the hardest part of her journey was that, [it’s] just healing and getting my strength changing two-year journey. the number of setbacks. Her abdominal incision, back. Life-wise I have had a change of priorities. In July 2010, she had a routine mammo- for instance, split open after three weeks, re- It made me evaluate what and who is important gram and doctors noticed an irregularity in the quiring a wound VAC (vacuum-assisted closure) in my life, how I want to spend my time. Demie screening, so they ordered an additional mam- attached to her for two weeks. “Just as I would and I have some trips planned; I am trying to go mogram. Doctors ultimately found two affected start to gain some strength back and feel better, and visit my family more, and eliminating things areas, and Duffey was scheduled for a biopsy. it was time for another surgery,” Duffey said. “At that don’t bring positives to my life. one point, I realized that I had not been suture, “It’s been crazy. You don’t really realize it She then had to wait a week for the results. Kim Duffey. Photo courtesy of Duffey On July 27, 2010, Duffey was at the Terrapin packing or drain-free for one year.” when you are in the middle of it. You just try 5K Run with her wife, Demie, waiting to start. Duffey attended Sycamore High School locally and keep moving forward and then, when you The call came. nus myocutaneous) flap. Duffey said she was and then Augustana College (undergraduate) get to the end of the chapter, you look back and “I wasn’t really surprised; my mom had breast “extremely lucky” that no lymph nodes were in- and Northern Illinois University for her master’s. say ‘How the hell did I get through that?’” cancer, and as serious and quickly as people volved and she did not have to have radiation or “After each surgery, there was a new set of With support of friends, family and even some were moving [after the mammograms,] I knew chemotherapy. But she did have five reconstruc- wound care procedures; she did them all and relative strangers. It’s been a team battle for they were concerned. Still, hearing that you tion surgeries. never winced, and many were pretty gross,” Duf- Duffey—just like her playing days for the Force. have cancer is scary as hell and definitely life- “It has been a very long 18 months,” said Duf- fey said. “My family was wonderful. My parents changing,” said Duffey, who played for the Chi- fey, who had her number retired after the 2011 cago Force (offensive and defensive line) from season. 2002-2006 and was a co-owner from 2005-2011. “I was off work for eight weeks,” she said. “I She had a single mastectomy and reconstruc- had anticipated being back in five, but due to Gay floor-hockey league takes off the massive amounts of surgery I had, my body tion using a TRAM (transverse rectus abdomi- By Ross Forman what we think is a really great and fun sport,” he said. “I think the highlights come when we ADVERTISEMENT The gay floor-hockey league has really taken have some really strong competition building When experience counts... off this winter, with 50 percent more players and game play picks up. Plus, there are usu- than last year and three more teams. In total, ally some fun times had at North End, the In service to the community for over 30 years. there are about 80 players, with 11 teams in sponsor of the league, after the games.” two divisions. Players can join at any point in the season. The Law Offices of There are five competing in the recreational “Come check it out. It’s more fun than you Roger V. McCaffrey-Boss & Associates division and six in the competitive division, might expect,” Sobotka said. and the league has more than 20 women play- ing this season. DUTY TO DISCLOSE DEFECTS WHEN SELLING YOUR HOUSE “The league is going really well,” said An- drew Sobotka, who, with Tony Tiet, are also Q. My lover and I are in the process of selling our house. When we bought the house we discovered after members of the Chicago Gay (Ice) Hockey the closing that the house had asbestos around the basement heating pipes. We had the pipes wrapped by a heating contractor to prevent any flaking or peeling of the asbestos. What is our legal obligation to Association. (They also serve as the co-coor- inform the buyer of our house of the asbestos? dinators of the floor league.) “Center on Hal- sted is the perfect venue; we can run three A. Most experts agree that residential asbestos in good condition is usually not a health risk. For one thing games at a time and each team gets to play asbestos in homes is usually in minimal amounts and is unlikely to become airborne. However, asbestos two games a night.” can impair the resale value of your home as some mortgage lenders are requiring that the asbestos be The season runs through April 29, with removed from a home. With older homes the four things that a buyer is concerned about is mold, the roof, games played Sunday nights 6-8 p.m. the furnace and the presence of asbestos. What has been this season’s highlight? The residential asbestos problem is also a bigger issue for sellers because of the Illinois Residential “Well, there haven’t been any fights, yet,” Real Property Disclosure Act. Under the law all home sellers are required to complete a disclosure sheet Sobotka said with a smile. “The only differ- advising any potential buyers of problems or known defects with the house. Question number 15 on the sheet asks if the seller knows there to be any “unsafe concentrations of or unsafe conditions relating to ence [from past seasons] is that we have asbestos” in the home. All home sellers will have to answer this question yes, no or not applicable. three games running at a time, which brings My advice for the couple in the question is to make a complete disclosure of everything known about a new level of excitement to the atmosphere your house. Such lawsuits can be avoided by using the following safeguards: in the gym.” * Sellers should insist that the buyer have the house inspected. If the buyer knows about a defect and Sobotka, 26, plays on the gray team; most there is written evidence such as an inspection report, the chances of a lawsuit decrease. teams just go by shirt color. The only team * At the time the seller signs a listing agreement with a realtor the seller should provide the realtor name this season is Hustla’s. with a list of all known defects in the house. The list should be shown to prospective buyers so they will Players range in age from 21 to 50-plus, So- be aware of any known defects. The realtor will present the defects to the prospective buyer in a neutral botka said. Each team has a roster of about way and at the same time stress the positive aspects of the house. 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