What does it mean to carry the legacy of Latin American migration while living proudly as an LGBTQIA+ Angeleno? Queerceañera—Queerce, for short—creates space to explore this question through stories of displacement and re-rooting, of empowerment and belonging, of love without limits. Now in its third year, Queerce has become the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s signature celebration of queer […]
The Los Angeles LGBT Center held its annual graduation ceremony on Thursday, Aug. 21 celebrating the achievements of youth and senior graduates from the Youth Academy and vocational programs. “This event is one of my absolute favorite parts of my job,” said Kevin McCloskey, Director of Community-Based Programs. “In the face of the federal government […]
Circa: Queer Histories Festival is a month-long programming series showcasing the trailblazing histories and vibrant cultural contributions of LGBTQ+ communities through the lends of present-day challenges and triumphs. Circa features queer and trans artists, activists, and educators leading the movement for LGBTQ+ liberation. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: SUN Sept. 28 @ 4pm: The Sky Is Always Falling: […]
Since June, the Center alongside partners—Lambda Legal, Gender Justice LA (GJLA), FLUX, TransLatin@ Coalition, and REACH LA—gathered community members, advocates, and allies in a series of weekly rallies to demand that Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) reverse its decision to shut down its Center for Transyouth Health and Development and Gender-Affirming Care surgical program. The […]
The Los Angeles LGBT Center’s beloved Senior Prom returned this year with a disco fever theme for a night of nonstop sparkle and soul. Hosted by the incomparable Page Person, the evening celebrated the love and resilience that have distinguished the LGBTQ+ community for decades. Now in its 28th year, Senior Prom has become one […]
The Los Angeles LGBT Center, in partnership with Lambda Legal, Gender Justice LA, FLUX, the TransLatin@ Coalition, REACH LA, and others, is leading weekly rallies outside Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) to demand the hospital reverse its decision to permanently close its gender clinic on July 22. Join us every Thursday evening through July 17 […]
You’re Invited: Community Yoga & Wellness. Open to clients, staff, volunteers, allies, and the wider LGBTQ+ community. 🌿 Every other Thursday 🧘 Move, breathe, and unwind in a cozy, affirming environment ✨ Find your own rhythm—whether you’re seeking strength, softness, or a moment of stillness These classes are free of charge and open to all […]
You’re Invited: Community Yoga & Wellness. Open to clients, staff, volunteers, allies, and the wider LGBTQ+ community. 🌿 Every other Thursday 🧘 Move, breathe, and unwind in a cozy, affirming environment ✨ Find your own rhythm—whether you’re seeking strength, softness, or a moment of stillness These classes are free of charge and open to all […]
You’re Invited: Community Yoga & Wellness. Open to clients, staff, volunteers, allies, and the wider LGBTQ+ community. 🌿 Every other Thursday 🧘 Move, breathe, and unwind in a cozy, affirming environment ✨ Find your own rhythm—whether you’re seeking strength, softness, or a moment of stillness These classes are free of charge and open to all […]
You’re Invited: Community Yoga & Wellness. Open to clients, staff, volunteers, allies, and the wider LGBTQ+ community. 🌿 Every other Thursday 🧘 Move, breathe, and unwind in a cozy, affirming environment ✨ Find your own rhythm—whether you’re seeking strength, softness, or a moment of stillness These classes are free of charge and open to all […]
With a Pre-Show Celebration of LBQT Women & Queer JoyCollective Rage: A Play in 5 Betties follows five very different women—all named Betty—as they explore identity, anger, and desire through unexpected relationships and creative discovery. This fast-paced, incendiary Queer comedy blends raw emotion with biting humor to explore what it means to be a woman in the […]
Songs! Stories! Foul language! All inspired by late great jazz icon Sophie Tucker! Combining the pizzazz of Tucker’s risqué song catalog with raucous audience interaction, this cabaret-inspired show serves up the extraordinary life of one of the first adults-only female performers. Come enjoy the rollicking energy that made Tucker the most sought-after nightclub entertainer of […]
Roy, after twenty-five years happily married to Irma with two children, has decided he must live as his authentic self… as a woman. As he seeks counseling and begins to share his decision with his family and co-workers, the consequences of his step by step commitment to gender transition and its impact on everyone he […]
Fire Under Water is a personal and mythic story of transformation, inspired by the story of the Dragon King’s Daughter—a young girl who defies patriarchal doubt- to “become a Buddha in an instant”. Through this ancient tale, Jaxin explores their own complex journey through girlhood, tracing their evolution as a trans-masculine person and reclaiming their […]
Experience the Karen Williams: Live Comedy Show taping for her upcoming documentary, “I HAD TO LAUGH.” Known for her quick repartee, insightful commentary, and audience rapport, Karen Williams is unabashedly herself. The nation’s first openly lesbian black comic to include specifically lesbian material in her act, Karen Williams started building her career in the early 1980’s in […]
Latini-DUH!™, is a play in development – a high-octane, heartfelt solo comedy where one queer Latine actor takes the “therapy” couch and turns it into a stage for every version of himself. Through a whirlwind of outrageous characters, he untangles identity, artistry, and ambition while skewering the entertainment ecosystem’s lack of authentic Latine representation. This show celebrates […]
A cabaret showcasing the strength and unity of the trans and gender-diverse community through song. These performances are a potent act of resistance against injustices, simultaneously serving as a vibrant celebration of identity and resilience. Sharing their music with both their community and broader audiences, the Chorus demonstrates their unwavering determination in the face of […]
