Submissions – WANTED: Bisexual Married Women

Posted in Uncategorized on April 10th, 2008 by

This message is from Jolie du Pre, a full-time freelance writer and an author and editor of erotica:

I am seeking essays by BISEXUAL MARRIED WOMEN for inclusion in a  nonfiction anthology proposal.  If you are interested, please send an email  to jolie@joliedupre.com and put BISEXUAL in the subject line.  I will contact you with the details.

http://www.joliedupre.com
http://www.myspace.com/joliedupre

Do You Know What Today Is?

Posted in Uncategorized on April 4th, 2008 by

It’s our anniversary–not Kuma’s anniversary. Today, Martina & I have been together for 11 years. On our first date, we went to see:


 

Time goes by quickly.

U People Podcast – Episode #21 “Got Questions?”

Posted in Uncategorized on March 31st, 2008 by

If you haven’t been watching the U People Podcast, you’ve been missing a treat.

Queer Black Cinema presents: The 3rd Annual FADES OF BLACK WOMEN FILM SHOWCASE (NYC)

Posted in Uncategorized on March 15th, 2008 by

Queer Black Cinema presents: The 3rd Annual FADES OF BLACK WOMEN FILM SHOWCASE

MARCH 27, 2008 8 PM – 10 PM $6 ONLINE $8@ The door

208 West 13th Street between 7th & 8th Ave. Trains: A,C,E, 1,2,3,4 to 14th street.

In honor of Womyn’s Month QBC will highlight the work of Cheryl Dunye. We will be screening Stranger Inside along with emerging lesbian filmmakers trailers and a short film. We will also premier QBC new trailer and programming for 2008. For the complete line-up and to purchase tickets, go to www.FOBW.queerblackcinema.org

Lite refreshments will be serve (while supplies last). Spread the word!

We hope to see you all out at the screening. Seats are limited so purchase online and be on time ;o)

Door open at 8 PM Screening starts 8:10 PM please have exact change. We appreciate it very much.

QUEER BLACK CINEMA.ORG

Creating Visibility in FILM MUSIC HISTORY

Contact: info@queerblackcinema.org

mailing list: qbcfilmseries-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

CALL FOR FILMS & MUSIC ARTIST

Posted in Uncategorized on March 15th, 2008 by

Queer Black Cinema presents the long awaited New York Black LGBTQ Film & Music Festival: QBC International Film & Music Festival October 23- 26, 2008

Queer Black Cinema International Film and Music Festival accepts film and video submissions produced, written and/or directed by filmmakers of African descent in the U.S and internationally. Films must be LGBTQ themed, highlight Black LGBTQ characters in leading roles that are seen in non-stereotypical light, forefront the significance of Black-on-Black/POC

LGBTQ love/relationships and preserve the culture and history through in-depth storytelling. More than half of the key crew positions must be filled by people who identify themselves as a person of color on a daily bases.

Music artist, submit your music today! We are looking for serious artist with a message behind their music to perform at our festival.

Regular Deadline May 1, 2008 (postmarked) $20 entry fee.

Final deadline July 1, 2008 (must be RECEIVED on or before date)

Enter early and higher your chances of getting a spot in the festival.

Regardless of the length all submissions requires a US postal money order $20 submission fee payable to W. Brown memo: QBC Film Submission (US postal Money only)

Download the submission form and requirements at:

http://www.queerblackcinema.org/index_files/festival.htm

http://www.queerblackcinema.org

http://www.myspace.com/queerblackcinema

info@queerblackcinema.org

Sponsorship packages available contact: Toni Smith info@queerblackcinema.org

Where My Girls At?: A Comedic Look At Black Lesbians (NY)

Posted in Uncategorized on March 14th, 2008 by

Nursha Project presents

Where My Girls At?: A Comedic Look At Black Lesbians

Written & Performed by Micia Mosely

Thursday March 20 through Saturday March 22

8pm doors at 7:30

WOW Café Theater, 59-61 East 4th St. between Bowery & 2nd Ave

Tickets $20.00 www.wmga.eventbrite.com

Micia Mosely’s, “Where My Girls At?: A Comedic Look at Black Lesbians,” reveals the issues that connect and separate myriad Black women’s communities. Through different personas, Mosely portrays the diversity of Black lesbian experiences, challenging the notion that there is only one way to be Black or Queer in the 21st century. Each performance is unique, as Mosely’s characters engage with the audience in an improvised Question & Answer segment. Fresh, hilarious, and insightful, this show is not to be missed. For more information go to www.miciamosely.com or www.myspace.com/miciamosely

Kuma Recommends: Tongues Untied

Posted in Uncategorized on March 13th, 2008 by

(As seen on Rod2.0)

Tongues Untied is a must have for anyone interested in black glbt history.

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Check it out on Wikipedia and IMDB.

Call For Submissions – Girl Crazy

Posted in Uncategorized on March 10th, 2008 by

(As seen on queerwriters.com – a great resource for lgbt writers)

Editor: Sacchi Green
Publisher: Cleis Press
Deadline: July 31, 2008??

For the erotic lesbian anthology GIRL CRAZY (Cleis Press, Summer 2009), I’m looking for sexual/erotic coming-out short stories (max 5,000 words) about “first times” — fiction (or memories from youth) recounting experiences of self-discovery, the first thrill of girl/girl erotic play, the first explorations of the wilder shores of sex; the first time experiencing everything from falling into bed to falling in love with another woman to feelings so intense you have to shout them to the world.

Give me characters to believe in, plots to intrigue me, settings to draw me in, and sex that makes me forget all the rest. I want a wide variety of stories, most with a positive slant, but a few dark pieces for contrast would work. Kink is always welcome. No obviously under-eighteen characters, please.

Payment: $50 pus two copies.

Deadline: July 31, 2008. Submissions (in Word or RTF format) and queries to Sacchi Green sacchigreen@gmail.com; please put “Girl Crazy” in the subject line. Original stories only.

Kuma Recommends… Dirty Laundry DVD

Posted in Uncategorized on March 5th, 2008 by

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I first saw this film at DC Black Pride and couldn’t wait to see it again. Bought my copy on Sunday. Oh, wait, have no clue what this is? See the trailer, visit the website, and then buy your own copy.

NYC Open Casting Call – Invisible Life, The Musical (3/3)

Posted in Uncategorized on February 29th, 2008 by

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NYC Open Casting Call – Monday, March 3rd in Harlem:
INVISIBLE LIFE, the Musical (Plz fwd accordingly)
INVISIBLE LIFE The Musical Based on the NY Times Best selling novel by E. Lynn Harris

AEA Showcase-approval pending
Rehearsal dates: April
Show dates: May
Venue: TBD

AUDITION DATE: Monday, March 3rd
TIME: 11:30am – 4:00pm
SIGN UP BEGINS: 11 am
LOCATION: Nubian Heritage, 2037 5th Avenue, Harlem, NYC (between 125 and 126th Street)

Executive Producer/Producer: Proteus SpannCo-
Producer: Sidra SmithGeneral Manager: Martian Entertainment

Book: Proteus Spann & Stanley Bennett Clay
Music: Valerie Simpson & Nickolas Ashford
Lyrics: Valerie Simpson, Nickolas Ashford & Stanley Bennett Clay

Director/Choreographer: George Faison
Casting Director: Rosen & Wojcik Casting

INVISIBLE LIFE: is an explosive story inspired by E. Lynn Harris’ novel of the same title, showcasing the impact of family, love, friendship, sexual desire, religion and AIDS in the African-American community.
Please Note: Singing is required. High quality voices that sing in aR&B/pop style of Stevie Wonder, Donny Hathaway and Whitney Houston.
Please bring a photo and resume and sheet music to sing. Accompanist provided.

Seeking:

Raymond Jr: 20’s African-American Male Lead. TENOR. Masculine. Extremely handsome and athletic. An attorney from Alabama. He is a mixture of Southern charm, layered with an acquired NY edge. He’s a true ladies’ man, until a series of events causes him to deal with a latent desire. He experiences an emotional roller coaster when he discovers that life is not perfect. STRONG ACTOR/MUST SING

Nicole: 20’s African-American Female. Lead. Jazz sounding SOPRANO. A former Miss America runner-up, aspiring Broadway actress, singer and Raymond’s love interest. She’s sweet, vulnerable, vibrant and a breathof fresh air. MUST SING/DANCE. A triple threat.

Kelvin: 20’s African-American Male. Lead. BARITONE/BASS. A dashing, arrogant football player who uses his good looks and charm to get whoever he wants, whenever he wants. Kelvin is a ladies’ man living a life on the “down low”. He is in love with and engaged to Candance, but he also loves Raymond. Must have a great body and killer looks. Must Sing or Rap.