Monday, 8 May 2017
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Tuesday, 2 May 2017
Need Wood: Good Girls Don’t on the First Flight
Hey Woody!
I keep meeting these guys that sexually tease me and then at the last minute they play Sister Mary Magdalene and claim they’re “just not that kind of girl.”
Last month I met some flight attendant on the way home from a business trip and he agreed to spend the next weekend with me. We had a great dinner and then things got hot and heavy at my place. We’re kissing, scratching tonsils with our tongues and our hands are all over each other. I make my move and I guess he gets insulted that I tried to board him without the proper ticketing or something.
He was like, “I don’t have sex on the first date.” I’m thinking “Who is this Winged Wh-re kidding?” and I get even more forceful. I was like, “nobody spends the weekend with a stranger they picked up on a plane without wanting sex, you f–king Air Mattress.” And with that I hauled off and smacked him to the ground. I would have f–ked him right then and there but luckily I came to my senses and just threw him out of the apartment.
So I have two questions: First, why are all these guys such prick-teases? Second, how do I keep my anger about this in check? There’s something about a guy refusing to have sex after a heavy make-out session that makes me go berserk.
— Mad as Hell
Dear Mad:
Why are all these guys such prick-teases? Because they’re going out with such a prick.
If I were the Sky Witch I would’ve opened the emergency door at thirty thousand feet and pushed you off. And if that didn’t work I would have jumped out myself.
Clearly, you’re doing something wrong if you can’t get a flight attendant to f–k you. I mean, one kiss and it’s heels-to-Jesus with those guys.
The reason guys leave you boiling at the bedpost is because you have an odor of entitlement that stinks up the place. Nobody owes you sex even if they’ve kissed you or fondled your wallet at dinner.
Here’s why I think you’re doing it: You’re a spoiled little s–t who’s been catered to all his life. You’re not used to people saying no to you because you’ve always gotten what you’ve always wanted. Like a two-year-old, the word “no” ENRAGES you.
Make no mistake about it; you have a serious problem. You need a therapist to figure out why sex is the only thing that validates you with other guys. Their company, their kisses, their attention don’t seem to mean s–t to you. Only their willingness to have sex satisfies you.
If you’re not willing to get therapy then I have two options for you:
1) Wear a red neon sign over your head that blinks “Put Out or Get Out” whenever you go on a date so your victims at least know what they’re in for.
2) Make an attempt to change yourself. Ask yourself why you’re so angry. Learn a little empathy. How would you feel if you changed your mind about somebody and they tried to force you to have sex? As a formative exercise, ask guys out and YOU be the one to decline sex. Learn to enjoy a man’s company whether he puts out or not.
3) Get better at getting booty. The difference between rape and seduction is salesmanship. With your sales technique you couldn’t sell water to the rich and thirsty.
source https://hotspotsmagazine.com/2017/05/02/need-wood-good-girls-dont-on-the-first-flight/
MDGLCC’s “The Topaz Gala” Shines Light on Four Honorees
Networking enhanced by an innovative app and “pop-up” opportunities for interactive networking are two of the new surprises in store for guests at this year’s Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber Of Commerce (MDGLCC) 16th Annual Gala and Awards Celebration, “THE TOPAZ GALA.” In addition to networking, which is the primary mission of the MDGLCC, “THE TOPAZ GALA” promises an evening of specially curated silent auction items, a lavish grand buffet, entertainment and a Moonlight Networker, all while honoring four individuals and organizations for their long-term commitment to fostering diversity. The fundraiser will take place Saturday, May 13th, at the Hilton Miami Downtown, 1601 Biscayne Boulevard, and will once again be presented by Wells Fargo.
“As the Chamber’s most popular event, we work very hard to create experiences that surpass our guest’s expectations,” said Steve Adkins, MDGLCC president and CEO. “At its core, ‘THE TOPAZ GALA’ was created to unite and build relationships among the leaders of South Florida’s LGBTQ community and the community at-large. This year, we’re incorporating new technology and reviving tried-and-true one-on-one personal interaction opportunities so our crowd of 500 guests will be able to mix, mingle, party and make lasting connections.”
There’s an app for that. The MDGLCC is the only Chamber in Florida utilizing the SOCIO app technology. SOCIO enhances the networking experience by allowing attendees at the Gala to “shake and connect” by shaking their mobile devices and connecting with fellow attendees they would like to meet based on their SOCIO profile. The app also provides mechanisms to take notes, star, and arrange follow-ups to a guest’s favorite connections.
For attendees and organizations who prefer a more old-school personal touch, “THE TOPAZ GALA” will provide an exclusive 15 “interactive pop-up” opportunities. The pop-ups include a space near the ballroom to engage with guests during the evening. In addition to display materials and literature about the organization, each pop-up participant is encouraged to get creative and offer something interactive that will engage guests, make the experience more memorable and create buzz throughout the event about the interactivity. Cost for a pop-up space is $1,000 and includes two admissions to the Gala.
Next to networking, there’s nothing more fun at a gala than shopping. “THE TOPAZ GALA” will be no exception in offering a carefully curated selection of items at its silent auction. The premium items will encompass a wide range in categories — Arts & Culture, Food and Dining, Health and Wellness, Leisure, Retail, Sports, and Travel & Lodging. One of the most exciting items is a seven-night cruise for two aboard a Celebrity Cruises Solstice-class vessel in a verandah stateroom. Itineraries depart from either Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Tampa or San Juan and ports-of-call vary by departure port. Retail value of the cruise is $2,200, and is exclusive of taxes, gratuities and transportation to the ship.
The 16th Annual Gala and Awards Celebration, “THE TOPAZ GALA,” presented by Wells Fargo, starts at 6 p.m. with a reception, silent auction, and interactive pop-up displays which will be followed by a grand buffet, and the awards presentation. A Moonlight Networking soiree sponsored by Jackson Health System rounds out the evening and allows guests to continue making connections while enjoying the open bar by Bacardi, featuring GREY GOOSE® Vodka.
During the Awards Ceremony portion of the evening, “THE TOPAZ GALA” will pay tribute to four award honorees who were selected for their long-term commitment to fostering diversity, as well as for their efforts in contributing to the overall quality of life in South Florida. Being honored at “THE TOPAZ GALA,” will be:
“AT&T Business of the Year Award”
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.
“Regions Bank Business Person of the Year Award”
Bill Warren
MDGLCC “Non-Profit Organization of the Year Award”
ACLU Florida
“Morgan Stanley Bob Balsam Civic Achievement Award”
Joan Schaeffer
Tickets to “THE TOPAZ GALA” are all VIP again this year, Adkins said. Tickets are $2,000 for tables of 10 or $200 for individual tickets and are available online at www.gaybizgala.com, or by calling (305) 673-4440.
“THE TOPAZ GALA” is the MDGLCC’s principal fundraiser of the year which helps sustain operations and expand the ever-increasing demand for member programming. Presented by Well Fargo Bank, “THE TOPAZ GALA” is produced by the MDGLCC & GALRDON. Major event sponsors include GREY GOOSE® Vodka, AT&T, Morgan Stanley, Regions Bank, American Airlines, Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, Jackson Health System, Roots & Roots, Triverden Creative, DECO Productions, & Prestige Audio Visual. Media sponsors include Miami Herald, Palette Magazine, MY93.9 and Y100.
MDGLCC is the largest not-for-profit corporation in the county for LGBTQ businesses. With membership on the rise, the Chamber’s mission is to promote a unified and thriving, gay and gay-friendly, business and professional community throughout Miami-Dade County. Its goals are to promote networking within the existing gay and gay-friendly business and professional community, to promote business opportunities for Chamber members, to promote Miami as a year-round, gay and gay-friendly tourist destination, to provide resources for its members, and to provide outreach from the LGBTQ community to other organizations.
source https://hotspotsmagazine.com/2017/05/02/mdglccs-the-topaz-gala-shines-light-on-four-honorees/
An Interview with “The King and I” Star Kavin Panmeechao
“Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King and I”
Hit Broadway Musical Closes out Arsht Centers 2016/2017 Broadway in Miami season.
Ambassador Theatre Group and NETworks Presentations LLC announced that Laura Michelle Kelly (Anna Leonowens) and Jose Llana (King of Siam) will lead the national tour of the Lincoln Center Theater production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s THE KING AND I. The multiple Tony Award-winning Broadway hit will run at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami- Dade County for a limited time starting May 9 through May 14.
Additional leading roles include: Joan Almedilla will play Lady Thiang with Brian Rivera as Kralahome, Manna Nichols as Tuptim, Kavin Panmeechao as Lun Tha, Anthony Chan as Prince Chulalongkorn, Graham Montgomery as Louis Leonowens and Baylen Thomas as Captain Orton/Sir Edward Ramsey.
Director Bartlett Sher is reunited with the award-winning creative team from South Pacific and The Light in the Piazza. “The King and I” features sets by Michael Yeargan; costumes by Catherine Zuber; lighting by Donald Holder, sound by Scott Lehrer and choreography by Christopher Gattelli based on the original choreography by Jerome Robbins.
One of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s finest works, “The King and I” boasts a score which features such beloved classics as “Getting To Know You,” “I Whistle a Happy Tune,” “Hello Young Lovers,” “Shall We Dance” and “Something Wonderful.”
Set in 1860’s Bangkok, the musical tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna Leonowens, a British schoolteacher whom the modernist King, in an imperialistic world, brings to Siam to teach his many wives and children.
It was a pleasure to sit down with Kavin Panmeechao who plays Lun Tha for this exclusive Hotspots interview:
Were you always a performer, even as a kid or when did you get “the bug”?
I performed as a kid in local community theaters. In my teenage years, I quit acting for a while, and then I went to undergrad at UCLA for theater and I have been acting ever since.
What was your first professional/paid gig?
When I was 12 I did a Christian video series called the “Bible Man,” which is kind of like Barney meets the Power Rangers meets the Bible.
Other than this role, what has been your favorite role?
I have 2. I played Chip Tolentino in a national tour of Spelling Bee. I met the actor who plays the “King” in this production of “The King and I” on that tour. It was comedy, it was fun and it zipped along and was different every night. My other favorite role was Paul in a “Chorus Line.” It came in a time in my life when I was thinking about what I wanted to be and say as an artist and this role was very informative and good for me professionally and emotionally.
What is your Fantasy role to play?
George in “Sunday in the Park with George,” because it has always spoken to me as an artist. I understand it and I love it. Every time I see it, I learn something more about both the character and the show, and it allows me to focus on my experiences as an artist.
What should the South Florida audiences expect from this production of the King and I?
You are going to expect all the glorious costumes, beautiful music, and fantastic sets, but you will also come away with a show that’s right for everyone in the family. It’s about 2 different cultures trying to work together and finding common ground. We are really excited to come to Florida and our whole cast has been looking forward to this.
Tickets for THE KING AND I are on sale now. To purchase tickets, visit arshtcenter.org, call
305.949.6722 or visit Arsht Center Box Office 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33132. Ticket prices start at $29*.
For more information on Kavin, you can visit his Instagram or Twitter pages: /KavinDPan
source https://hotspotsmagazine.com/2017/05/02/an-interview-with-the-king-and-i-star-kavin-panmeechao/