The Divine Truth
Leo Herrera revisited his Easter homily at New York’s Cathedral of St. John the Divine, collaborating with the NYC Gay Men’s Chorus on a performance of his poem “The Unmistakable Softness.” The event drew roughly 1,000 attendees and was streamed online, blending sacred space with queer artistic expression. Herrera described overcoming intense stage fright and a personal reckoning with generational trauma. The homily and song were packaged for paid subscribers, linking cultural content to a membership model.
Cruising Diary: The Vale of Cashmere
Prospect Park’s Vale of Cashmere, a historic cruising spot for Black and Brown men, is slated for a $37.5 million renovation. The area has also served as a vibrant drag‑performance hub, drawing queer artists and audiences since the pandemic’s end. Community members...