Marriage decision legal boon for LGBTs
Last week's decision by the state Supreme Court not only legalized same-sex marriage, it was also the first time a U.S. court ruled that sexual orientation must be afforded the same legal standing as that given to a person's sex, gender, or religion.
Experts see windfall from marriage ruling
The state Supreme Court's ruling in favor of gay marriage is not only a boon for same-sex couples. The decision is also seen as an economic windfall for government coffers, tourism destinations, and all manner of businesses catering to wedding needs, from formalwear designers and planners to jewelers and florists.
Marriage decision may matter less in '08 race
A pollster opined this week that the California Supreme Court's decision on same-sex marriage would help Republican John McCain and hurt Democrat Barack Obama.
SF faces $3M in AIDS cuts
People living with HIV and AIDS can expect to see more cuts in services including delivered meals, legal help, and emergency financial assistance as the city's HIV/AIDS agencies face about $3 million more in reductions than they had expected.
More than the usual suspects: Theatre Rhino unveils its 31st season
Fresh from collecting a GLAAD Media Award at the recent SF ceremonies, and a kiss on the cheek from presenter Mayor Gavin Newsom, Artistic Director John Fisher is announcing a new season for Theatre Rhino with a variety that he likens to an amusement park's attractions. In fact, there is an official title for the 31st season: Take a Ride on the Rhino!
It's Murder, Mary!
With Agatha Christie's <italic>The Mousetrap</italic> still running in London after 56 years, there have been plenty of opportunities to parody the theatrical form it has come to epitomize. The movie <italic>Murder by Death</italic>, the musical <italic>Something's Afoot</italic>, and the infamous Broadway play <italic>Moose Murders</italic> are just a sampling.
Moving companies: Dandelion & Axis dance companies
Two local dance companies known for innovative work will share a bill at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts this weekend as part of the San Francisco International Arts Festival. Dandelion Dance Theatre performs Artistic Director Eric Kuper's <italic>Oust (Part 1)</italic> in collaboration with Spanish Compa??a Y. Oakland-based Axis Dance Company performs a commissioned work by local choreographer Joe Goode, <italic>the beauty that was mine, through the middle, without stopping</italic>, its Bay Area premiere.
Frameline fabulosity
Catch up on the film festival!
Lauper to lead Pride
Singer Cyndi Lauper has confirmed as a celebrity grand marshal for the San Francisco LGBT Pride Parade.
LGBT aid group gets help to Burma
The world is still watching as horrible pictures continue to emerge sporadically from Burma, where a powerful cyclone hit May 3, killing over 28,000 people instantly, according to media reports. As many as 1.5 million people have been affected by the crisis, left without food, clean water, or homes.
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