Culture

Sir Ian McKellen Backs ‘Nkoli: The Vogue Opera’: Iconic British star Sir Ian McKellen has urged theatre-goers to experience the remarkable Nkoli: The Vogue Opera, set to wow Cape Town soon.

Zanele Muholi Releases New Book of Photography: The 2nd volume of South African queer artist Zanele Muholi's self-portraits, Somnyama Ngonyama, Hail the Dark Lioness, has been released.

Angie Oeh’s Legacy Lives On In New Music A Year After Her Death: Monday 19 August marked the one-year anniversary of South African queer rapper Angie oeh’s tragic death from cancer. But her music lives on.

Meet the Mr Gay World 2024 Delegates: Representatives from twelve countries are competing for the title of Mr Gay World 2024, hosted this year in England. Meet them here!

The Boyfriend: An Innovative Japanese Dating Show Cleverly Tapping Into The Popular Boy’s Love Genre: Netflix reality show The Boyfriend is making waves in and outside Japan as viewers follow the story of nine gay and bisexual male housemates.

Out and Proud Actor Henri Strauss Wows “Diepe Waters” Audience: Out and proud SA actor Henri Strauss is making waves in Afrikaans soapie Diepe Waters, a performance he hopes will inspire young queer people.

Artist Luc de Muelenaere to Represent South Africa at Mr Gay World 2024: Mr Gay World South Africa has announced that Luc de Muelenaere will represent South Africa at the upcoming Mr Gay World contest in England.

Queer Audio Drama “Stripped” set to Break Podcasting Ground in South Africa: Stripped is groundbreaking South African audio drama that tells the true story of a young gay man who defied conscription into the apartheid military.

Here’s the SA Drag Reality Show You’ve Been Waiting For!: Meet the seven South African queens supreme who star in the new upcoming Showmax drag reality show Beaulah: Queens van die Kaap.

Embracing Diversity: Lagoon Beach Hotel in Cape Town Joins LGBTQ+ Inclusive Travel Program: Lagoon Beach Hotel in Cape Town has officially become part of the LGBTQ+ inclusive travel program on Booking.com.

South African Gay Country Star Orville Peck Teams Up With Kylie Minogue: Get ready to hit the dance floor! South African-born gay country star Orville Peck has teamed up with pop icon Kylie Minogue and DJ/producer Diplo for a new disco-country club banger, Midnight Ride.

Unveiling the Queer Odyssey of Lil Nas X: Identity and Liberation: In the world of music, Lil Nas X stands as more than just a chart-topping artist; he's an emblem of queer resilience and authenticity.

OUTtv Proud Shows its Colours on eVOD: OUTtv Proud, the popular channel dedicated to diverse and inclusive storytelling, is now streaming in South Africa on eVOD.

Meet Anastasia K Boney, The First Trans Miss Drag South Africa: A 33-year-old Northern Cape police constable has made history by becoming the first transgender woman to win the Miss Drag South Africa title.

Daniel Radcliffe “Sad” Over JK Rowling’s Transphobic Views: Former Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe has addressed JK Rowling’s increasingly anti-trans outbursts, asserting that he remains a committed ally.

SA Fashion Week: James Presents Wows with Upcycling Collection: James Moroeng of James Presents may not have won this year's SA Fashion Week Mr Price New Talent Search, but he certainly stole the show.

First African Roller Derby Team to Achieve International Ranking: Meet Johannesburg's very own rough and tough roller derby team, Golden City Rollers, who are making a name for themselves internationally.

President of Taiwan Congratulates RuPaul’s Drag Race Winner: The President of Taiwan herself has extended congratulations to Taiwan-born queen Nymphia Wind, the newest RuPaul’s Drag Race champion.

Queer Music: Pichi Keane, Thandiswa Mazwai, Olly Alexander & Umlilo: In celebration of queer music, here are recent releases from SA stars Pichi Keane, Umlilo, Thandiswa Mazwai, and the UK's Olly Alexander.

Hunky East London Cop Devan Cox Sets Social Media Ablaze: The sizzling sensation known as East London's finest, Officer Devan Cox, has ignited a wildfire on social media with a bathroom selfie.