Showing Up in SLC Community Events: March and April 2017

Showing Up in SLC Community Events: March and April 2017
By

If you follow SLUG’s Daily Calendar, then you already know that there’s always something happening in Salt Lake—whether it be music, art or the community rallying behind a cause. As spring approaches, there are are many events organized for those who wish to use their voice and become more involved with their community. … read more

Creature Feature: The Harlot

Creature Feature: The Harlot
By

Outspoken and unapologetic, Wade Leavitt, aka The Harlot, is making waves in the Salt Lake drag community with her big personality and even bigger brows. This beautiful and bearded, Las Vegas–grown queen gives us a glimpse into her fabulous life of inclusivity and self-love. … read more

Cakes da Killa: Spitting Truth and Fire

Cakes da Killa: Spitting Truth and Fire
By

Since making his debut, Cakes da Killa has proven to be much more than just a rapper, but a true queer performer advocating for equality and body positivity with his provocative lyrics, sexual candor and impeccable style. … read more

Taylor Mac: Manifesting Our Future Through Performance

Taylor Mac: Manifesting Our Future Through Performance
By

On Jan. 14, the exceptional talent of Taylor Mac makes its debut in Salt Lake City at Kingsbury Hall. One of the greatest theater artists of our time, Mac (who uses “judy” as a gender pronoun) is known for judy’s talented performance pieces and playwriting. … read more

Heathen Ass Worship: Ass Antics and the Duality of Man

Heathen Ass Worship: Ass Antics and the Duality of Man
By

Heathen Ass Worship, Utah’s local band of miscreants from Uranus, hit Metro Music Hall’s stage on Nov. 19. … read more

Indestructible Review

Indestructible Review
By

Indestructible: Growing up Queer, Cuban, and Punk in Miami is a captivating illustrated novella that makes audience feel like a part of Cristy C. Road’s experience. … read more

Queers in Comics

Queers in Comics
By

On Sept. 10, Black Cat Comics and the 1 to 5 Club teamed up to host an impromptu comic book panel. … read more

Creature Feature: King of Drag Loke

Creature Feature: King of Drag Loke
By

Tori Loke is a bi-structured creature who flawlessly represents both ends of the gender spectrum of drag. She’s beautiful—long and strong, boasting a smile and a gentle aura. I’m instantly intrigued by how captivating her look is. It almost perfectly reflects the blend of femininity and masculinity that exudes from her as she opens up about herself and her art. … read more

Damn These Heels Film Review: From Afar

Damn These Heels Film Review: From Afar
By

Venezuelan director Lorenzo Vigas’ Golden Lion–winning feature debut is a terse and gripping story of two men and their relationship’s shifting dynamics of power, affection and closeness. … read more