Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterOn October 13, 2018, the Canadian Opera Company presented the highly anticipated world premiere of Hadrian by composer Rufus Wainwright and librettist Daniel MacIvor. The opera recounts the epic love story of Roman Emperor Hadrian and his young lover, Antinous. Erased by history, their story is reclaimed for the 21st century by its creators in a … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterNothing says PRIDE MONTH better than listening to Rufus Wainwright and Kristin Chenoweth belt out HAPPY DAYS ARE HERE AGAIN, It’s a track from Wainwright’s new album Rufus at Capitol Studios that he recorded to celebrate MIss Garlands 100th Birthday this month. For more details of the album and Wainwright’s tour check out https://queerguru.com/rufus-wainwright-and-guests-celebrate-judy-garlands-100th-birthday/ … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterThis year marks the 100th Birthday of Judy Garland and who better to celebrate it than Rufus Wainwright. Back in 2006 the singer/songwriter recreated Garland’s April 23, 1961, concert, often considered “the greatest night in show business history”. Garland’s 1961 double album, Judy at Carnegie Hall, a comeback performance with more than 25 … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterIf you have been following QUEERGURU closely recently, you will know that this is PTown’s annual Bear Week. It’s one of the largest, busiest theme weeks in Provincetown, attracting tens of thousands of men and hosting dozens of parties and shows. It is also one of the friendliest crowds to invade the town that even people … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterOur favorite queer Canadian/American singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright’s about to do the final installment of his virtual tour with Rufus Does Judy at Capitol Studios! He’ll actually be performing the classic 1961 Judy Garland concert in the same Hollywood studio Judy herself recorded in. On the same microphone too. You simply cannot possibly get more … Continue reading
