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Zubrick Magic Theatre celebrated five years in St. Petersburg's EDGE District with an intimate gathering featuring local leaders, special recognitions, and a preview of upcoming projects.
PHOTOS: Zubrick Magic Theatre celebrates 5 years in St. Petersburg - Watermark Out NewsZubrick Magic Theatre celebrated five years in St. Petersburg July 29, marking the milestone and previewing the magic yet to come.watermarkoutnews.comFlorida primary candidates address LGBTQ+ concerns in our current issue, including David Jolly. See what the gubernatorial hopeful and more have to say by finding a print copy shorturl.at/PJKgK and read the digital edition at shorturl.at/SKzcV.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth threatened to end the Pentagon's century-old partnership with Scouting America unless it refocused away from diversity initiatives. The organization subsequently scrapped several inclusion spaces at its West Virginia jamboree.
Scouting America drops diversity initiatives from event after pressure from the Pentagon - Watermark Out NewsOne of Scouting America's biggest gatherings has eliminated dedicated spaces for gay youth, women and scouts of color.watermarkoutnews.comReggie White has officially launched his first season leading Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company. Get the details on his background, his artistic goals, and what lies ahead for the venue.
Reggie White relishing first season as artistic director of Woolly Mammoth - Watermark Out NewsReggie D. White, 38, is about to launch his first season as artistic director of D.C.’s boundary-pushing Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company.watermarkoutnews.comA proposed amendment in Kansas would replace governor appointments of high court justices with statewide elections. Critics warn that judicial races in other states have drawn record political spending.
Republicans want voters to elect Kansas Supreme Court justices and move court to the right - Watermark Out NewsKansas voters will decide Aug. 4 whether to elect state Supreme Court justices rather than have the governor appoint them.watermarkoutnews.comA federal judge sentenced former Orlando and Tampa nightclub co-owner Richard Kowalczyk to 14 years in prison. The sentencing follows an investigation by federal law enforcement into child sexual abuse material.
Richard Kowalczyk sentenced to 14 years in federal prison - Watermark Out NewsRichard Kowalczyk, a former owner of Southern Nights Orlando and Tampa, was sentenced to 14 years in federal prison July 31.watermarkoutnews.comIWith voting underway, Equality Florida Action PAC weighs in on Florida's Aug. 18 primary in our new issue. Hear from candidates across Central Florida and Tampa Bay by finding a copy near you at shorturl.at/PJKgK and in the digital version at shorturl.at/SKzcV.
A performance collective in Germany brought diverse audiences together after a tragic attack near Berlin's Pride parade. Members of Queens Against Borders took the stage to support immigrant and refugee artists while demonstrating community resilience.
A gay belly dancer turns grief into joy after fatal attack on Berlin's Pride festival - Watermark Out NewsHaidar Darwish, a Syrian belly dancer and artist, took the stage after a fatal attack on the city's Pride celebrations that has plunged the LGBTQ+ community into mourning.watermarkoutnews.comAriana Grande explores understated vocals and somber R&B textures on her newly released album, "Petal."
Review: Ariana Grande's 'Petal' displays a pop star at her most restrained - Watermark Out NewsGone is the big-belter Ariana Grande. On “Petal,” her eighth studio album, the pop powerhouse looks inward across 12 tracks of real restraint.watermarkoutnews.comMadonna delivered a headlining performance at the WorldPride Music Festival in Amsterdam over the weekend. The show anchored the entertainment lineup for WorldPride 2026, which drew visitors from around the globe to the Dutch capital.
Madonna headlines World Pride Music Festival in Amsterdam - Watermark Out NewsLGBTQ+ icon Madonna on Aug. 2 headlined the final night of the World Pride Music Festival in Amsterdam.watermarkoutnews.comPoland's top court blocked government plans to recognize same-sex marriages performed in other EU nations. The unanimous decision sets up a legal clash with the European Union, which previously ordered member states to recognize foreign same-sex unions.
Poland’s top court rejects recognition of same-sex marriages from other EU countries - Watermark Out NewsPoland’s top court last week rejected the recognition of same-sex marriages legally performed in other EU countries.watermarkoutnews.comThe annual Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade brought vibrant celebrations and message-driven floats to the Dutch capital on Aug. 1. Organizers, advocacy groups, and global visitors gathered for the centerpiece event of WorldPride 2026.
Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade draws hundreds of thousands - Watermark Out NewsHundreds of thousands of people lined Amsterdam’s canals on Saturday for the city’s annual Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade.watermarkoutnews.comFor many LGBTQ+ people, finding inclusive end-of-life care can involve fear of discrimination or misgendering. Funeral director Michael Moloney reflects on almost four decades of experience and why he built a space in Pinellas County dedicated to respectful, compassionate service.
St. Petersburg Funeral Home & Memorial Chapel serves everyone with dignity - Watermark Out NewsThe Good Page features positive LGBTQ+ news. In this issue, we detail the inclusive St. Petersburg Funeral Home & Memorial Chapel.watermarkoutnews.comOrlando will host the 2026 Golden Crown Literary Society conference Aug. 5 through Aug. 9 at the DoubleTree by Hilton near Universal Orlando. The annual gathering features panels, book signings and networking for sapphic literature creators and fans.
Sapphic literary conference to bring joyful queer space to Orlando - Watermark Out NewsA literal golden opportunity arrives in Orlando with the annual Golden Crown Literary Society Conference on Aug. 5-9.watermarkoutnews.comThe U.S. Department of Education opened probes into Denver Public Schools and Washington's Bethel School District over alleged parental rights law violations. Investigations center on a former Denver teacher's classroom assignment and a June Pride display featuring vials of testosterone.
Trump officials launch probe of 2 school districts over alleged testosterone vials, kissing exercise - Watermark Out NewsThe U.S. Department of Education said July 28 it was investigating allegations that a high school teacher in the Denver school district.watermarkoutnews.comThe finale of Netflix's "Heartstopper" series explores the growing pains of young adulthood, addressing relationship challenges, mental health, and life after high school.
‘Heartstopper Forever’ delivers satisfying conclusion - Watermark Out NewsWhen I wrote my review of the first season of “Heartstopper,” I said that if the series could only be summed up in one word, it would be “adorable.”watermarkoutnews.comThe nation relies on an administrative directive requiring psychiatric diagnoses and surgical procedures for legal ID changes, leaving applicants in legal uncertainty.
Taiwan’s government has failed to update process to change gender markers on ID documents - Watermark Out NewsMore than four years after Taiwan began formally studying legislation to overhaul its legal gender recognition system.watermarkoutnews.comEvolve Tampa Bay, Justice Over Everything and Magnified Voices are partnering tonight for an LGBTQ+ Town Hall at The Bricks in Ybor City. Running from 7 to 9 p.m., the discussion will focus on healthcare, education, and voting rights.
Tampa Bay organizations partner to host LGBTQ+ Town Hall - Watermark Out NewsEvolve Tampa Bay, Justice Over Everything and Magnified Voices will partner for an LGBTQ+ Town Hall July 31 in Tampa.watermarkoutnews.com