Advertising Gay Off: Instinct vs. Maxim

Seanbaby compares and contrasts advertisements from Instinct and Maxim to decide which ones are gayer(est?).

Tax tips for gay couples

Without the right preparation, gay couples can end up paying more than their fair share of taxes. The New York Times Bucks Blog has some important tax tips you'll want to check out before you get yours done this year.

Matter of fact, they've got a whole category of articles called 'What If You're Gay?'

How funny - and informative - is that?

Denver Restaurant Week: Dazzle Restaurant and Lounge

Denver Restaurant Week is in full swing and I'm looking forward to heading over to gay-owned-and-operated Dazzle Restaurant and Lounge tonight as a guest of the management for some tasty grub and a fabulous show by the Ken Walker Sextet.

Named “One of the Top 100 Jazz Club in the World” by Downbeat magazine and “Best Jazz Club” by Westword, Dazzle features live performances seven nights a week as well as a variety of culinary and cocktail specials.

Starving musicians can even earn a free lunch by playing a song or two with the house band during Dazzle's Friday Lunch Club. How cool is that?

Clay Aiken to speak at HRC Carolinas gala

Clay Aiken will return to Raleigh, N.C., to speak at the Human Rights Campaign Carolinas gala alongside lesbian actress Meredith Baxter.

The pop star, who was given a politically focused speech to read, instead prepared his own remarks. "My goal is to be hopeful, that it's time for everyone to have equal rights," Aiken said.

Meet three out candidates for Congress

Congress now has an out population of three -- but that could change this year, if three more openly gay candidates are elected.

In the running are David Cicilline, the Providence mayor running for a Rhode Island seat; Ed Potosnak of New Jersey; and Steve Pougnet, former mayor and city council member of Palm Springs, Calif.

MMA fighter Chuck Liddell's naked workout + Joe Rogan's naked locker room adventure

He wouldn't be my first choice of MMA fighters to see naked but I'll take what I can get (pixelation and all).

See Chuck Liddell's naked workout viral video campaign for Reebok here (NSFW-ish).

In other naked MMA news, UFC commentator and recent Colorado transplant Joe Rogan has been having some naked adventures of the voyeuristic kind in his gym locker room.

Video below, NSFW for language.

Free food at BD's Mongolian Grill

Print and bring in this coupon for a free appetizer at BD's Mongolian Grill in LoDo through March 28. - via Future Gringo

Today is the last day to take the One Colorado Education Fund GLBT Survey

The One Colorado Education Fund is creating the first-ever comprehensive account of Colorado LGBT lives and they need your input to better understand the collective experiences of GLBT Colorado.

If you’re a lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender Coloradan, take the survey and urge other LGBT persons within your personal networks, whether it be by email, Facebook and/or Twitter, to take it today.

The survey will only be online through Friday, February 26th so be sure your voice is heard.

MilehighGayGuy Advertiser Shout Out: Denver Center Theatre Academy

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts offers acting instruction year-round through the Denver Center Theatre Academy. Led by professional actors and teaching artists, classes are offered for both the beginning and advanced actor. The Denver Center Theatre Academy offers intensive one- or two-day sessions as well as multi-week courses.
Remember, when you shop local gay and gay-friendly businesses, the money you spend remains in, and benefits, the LGBT community.

Books: Ganymede Stories, One

Ganymede Stories, One, the first annual anthology of gay short stories published in the gay men’s lit/art quarterly Ganymede. It collects 18 short stories that appeared in the first six issues and combines those stories into one beautiful volume, complete with stunning black and white art photography.

Tell Logo what you think and you could win $500

Logo wants you to help make their channel even better. The "suits" from Logo will be looking to the online community for input and feedback on current and future programming and the network as a whole. And just for filling out this quick survey, you'll have the chance to win $500!

Computer coupling

A recent university study found 61 percent of gay and lesbian couple participants met their mate online.

From Connexion.org and Gay.com to Manhunt.net and Daddyhunt.com, PlanetOut wants to know all about your experiences with online dating.

Get your tickets for Jokers, Jewels and Justice

The Center will host its annual Jokers, Jewels & Justice event on Thursday, March 11, at The Curtis Hotel in downtown Denver. The VIP reception begins at 6 p.m., with general admission at 6:30 p.m.

This year, The Center is proud to honor Denise Maes, general counsel for the White House Office of Administration. The silent auction this year features an Africa trip, fine art and special packages, such as a pet lovers package and makeover package.

JJJ directly benefits The Center's Legal & Advocacy program so get your tickets today and support the only legal program in Colorado dedicated solely to the equality and dignity of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender people, and people living with HIV.

2010 Colorado Official State Vacation Guide

The Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) has released the 2010 Colorado Official State Vacation Guide to assist travelers in planning the ultimate Colorado vacation or to help residents experience Colorado in new ways.

The 2010 Colorado Official State Vacation Guide provides accounts of unique Colorado experiences through feature stories and departments, which highlight "What's Now, What's Surprising and What's Timeless."

The "What's Timeless" department covers everlasting Colorado activities that must not be missed such as whitewater river rafting, golf and trips on scenic and historic trains. "What's Now" focuses on summertime in Colorado ski towns, camping, craft breweries and beer festivals. For out-of-the-ordinary Colorado activities, the "What's Surprising" section highlights Colorado bird watching, the robust wine country, relaxing hot springs, high altitude regattas, revered concert and theatre venues, and the state's irresistible shopping.

MilehighGayGuy Advertiser Shout Out: Elitch Lanes

Please support the local businesses that help support Colorado's gay community with their advertising dollars.

Remember - when you shop gay and gay-friendly businesses, the money you spend remains in, and benefits, the LGBT community.

So why not hit up Elitch Lanes Tuesday or Thursday nights for Quarter Mania? Just pay a $5 entry fee and then get your games, shoes, and hot dogs for just a quarter each from 9 p.m. to close!

Mary Poppins begins limited engagement in Denver

Denver’s most eagerly anticipated stage production, 'Mary Poppins', will begin performances at the Buell Theatre on Thursday, March 4 for a limited engagement of five weeks through April 4. Opening night is Friday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m.

The entire original creative team has reunited to bring this magical story of the world’s most famous nanny to audiences around North America. Since the tour’s launch in Chicago in March 2009, 'Mary Poppins' has earned continuous critical praise and box-office success.

Original UK Tour star Caroline Sheen will reprise her role as 'Mary Poppins' while original London and Broadway star Gavin Lee will assume the role of Bert.

Grindr hits 500,000 members

Today Grindr, the largest all-male mobile location-based networking service reached its landmark 500,000th member and is still growing.

Since the inception of this innovative social networking application in early 2009, approximately 1,000 to 2,000 new users have been signing up every day.

Joel Simkhai, Grindr's founder and CEO, says, "Grindr's growth has come from one source, our users. Grindr users are telling their friends about Grindr, they are blogging and Twittering about Grindr, and posting their success stories on their Facebook status updates."

The app, which runs on iPhone and iPod touch, uses location-based technology like GPS, cell towers and Wi-Fi to determine the user’s location. A quick tap delivers profiles, photos, and information of nearby guys. A user’s profile is available in seconds, as are chat functions and sending additional photos or even a user’s map location.

21st Annual GLAAD Media Awards nominees announced

The GLAAD Media Awards recognize news coverage and entertainment media who are doing an exceptional job at bringing LGBT stories into the living rooms of America - and set the 'fairness benchmark' for the news and entertainment industry.

Joy Behar to be honored at 21st Annual GLAAD Media Awards

The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) announced today that Daytime Emmy award-winning talk show host and comedian Joy Behar will receive the Excellence in Media Award at the 21st Annual GLAAD Media Awards Presented in New York by IBM and Prudential on March 13, 2010 at the Marriott Marquis.

The GLAAD Media Awards elevate and promote fair, accurate and inclusive stories of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) issues, people and allies that have increased awareness, understanding and respect for the lives of LGBT people. The GLAAD Media Awards also fund GLAAD’s work to amplify stories of LGBT people and issues that build support for equality.

“For bringing stories of our community that build understanding and acceptance into the homes of millions of Americans, we are proud to honor Joy Behar this year with the Excellence in Media Award,” said GLAAD President Jarrett Barrios.

Only 24 more hours to take the One Colorado Education Fund GLBT Survey

The One Colorado Education Fund is creating the first-ever comprehensive account of Colorado LGBT lives and they need your input to better understand the collective experiences of GLBT Colorado.

If you’re a lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender Coloradan, take the survey and urge other LGBT persons within your personal networks, whether it be by email, Facebook and/or Twitter, to take it today.

The survey will only be online through Friday, February 26th so be sure your voice is heard.

Daddyhunt.com is back and better than ever

Founded in 2005, Daddyhunt.com offers free signup and unlimited messaging and profile views, and recently introduced a new, sleek look, as well as features such as status updates, to help its 200,000+ users better connect with other members.

Over the past decade, a new generation of men has embraced the daddy identity as a way of owning their age. At the same time, there’s also been an increase in men who appreciate a more “natural” and rugged look. Daddyhunt.com is the online gay community offering dating and socializing services to men who identify as "daddy," as well as "hunters" interested in meeting sexy, older men.

Repeal Don't Ask, Don't Tell now

HRC is looking for current and former service members and their loved ones to take their Don't Ask, Don't Tell survey to help repeal Don't Ask, Don't Tell now.

Advocate premieres The Advocate On-Air

The Advocate, the world’s leading gay news source, announces the premiere of its new television newsmagazine, The Advocate On-Air. The first installment is currently available on Advocate.com.

“The Advocate remains committed to leading the conversation on issues important to gay people,” said Editorial Director Jon Barrett. “The Advocate On-Air expands the reach of the growing Advocate brand by engaging new consumers. We are thrilled to have esteemed newsman Thomas Roberts hosting this exciting new program.”

Like the 42-year-old print publication, The Advocate On-Air is dedicated to examining current news, politics, lifestyle, and cultural trends. Veteran news correspondent Thomas Roberts hosts the inaugural episode, and The Advocate’s Editorial Director, Jon Barrett, offers his particular thoughts in a special segment called “I Advocate.” Additionally, contributing journalists will lend expert commentary and opinion.

Gay couple in the runnning for Crate & Barrel's Ultimate Wedding Contest

Cuties Gregory and Jonathan are friends of a friend of mine and one of two gay couples in the running to win Crate & Barrel's Ultimate Wedding Contest.

They describe their love story as "Boy meets boy, boy falls for boy, and boys get engaged. ... We knew that we were right for each other from the start, we knew that we would always be by one another’s sides and that as best friends we could truly experience our love openly."

Aw, how cute is that?

Voting goes until March 31 and the top 50 vote-getters will move to the next round. Vote today and give Gregory and Johnathan a shot at that $100,000 dream wedding.

Hamburger Mary's fundraiser for Lucia Guzman

A fundraiser to elect openly gay Lucia Guzman to Colorado Senate, District 34 will be held on March 3 at Hamburger Mary's.

The event is hosted by Anthony Aragon, Martha Eubanks, Nita Henry, Tish Maes, Dave Montez, Jesse Ogas, Peggy O’Neill, and Carl Schmidt and will feature special remarks by Mayor John Hickenlooper.

There is a suggested donation of $50 (make checks payable to: Lucia Guzman for Colorado). This would be a wonderful opportunity to add another important LGBT voice to the Colorado State Senate.

Denver March Powwow

The 36th annual Denver March Powwow takes place this year from March 19-21 and will feature arts and crafts, song, dance, storytelling, and a parade.

Things to do in Denver when you're gay: Ninth+Lincoln Orchestra at Dazzle

The Ninth+Lincoln Orchestra bridges the gap between jazz tradition and modern musical forms.

The band features the finest performers in Colorado's music scene including members of Future Jazz Project, The Czars, Hamster Theatre, and Jazz Faculty from all of the fine jazz college programs in the region.

Their 2007 debut CD 'Ninth+Lincoln' received 3.5 stars in Downbeat Magazine and you can see them live this Sunday, February 28 at  Dazzle Restaurant and Lounge.

Out on DVD: Tales From the Gods

From the people who brought you last year's hugely popular 'Pirates Booty' comes the latest and greatest in animated male erotica, 'Tales from the Gods' (link NSFW).

Enjoy an animated journey through sexual history as five of mythology's most powerful gods tell tales of love and lust throughout the ages.

From the stunning spectacle of the Roman Coliseum to the sultry and sweaty bath houses of ancient Greece, you've never seen hardcore animated action quite like this.

I was a big fan of 'Pirate's Booty' (what can I say, I've always been a fan of both porn and animation so it was like the proverbial "two great tastes that taste great together") and I have to say that I like 'Tales from the Gods' even better. The animation is smoother and the characters are sexier and more lifelike than ever. Thumbs up!

Sign the Voices of Honor petition to repeal Don't Ask, Don't Tell

Ask your representative to sponsor legislation to repeal Don't Ask, Don't Tell and to move the bill swiftly by signing the Voices of Honor petition today.

Military leaders support repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell

The highest-ranking leaders of the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines appeared before Congress this week and testified in support of the strategy to repeal the discriminatory “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” law that was laid out by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen and Secretary of Defense Robert Gates.

Army Chief of Staff General George Casey; Secretary of the Army John McHugh; Air Force Chief of Staff Norton Schwartz; Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley; Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Gary Roughead; Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus and Commandant of the Marine Corps General James Conway all supported the implementation review announced earlier this month and now under way at the Pentagon.

Throughout this week, the service secretaries and service chiefs have been testifying before the U.S. House and Senate Armed Services Committees regarding defense authorization requests for Fiscal Year 2011.

“The leaders of our military service branches told Congress that they back Adm. Mullen and Secretary Gates’ roadmap for repeal and would absolutely be capable of carrying out orders abolishing “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” when Congress and the president send those orders their way,” said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese. “The testimony given by the service chiefs this week only furthers the belief that whatever orders are handed to them by their superiors, our men and women in uniform will have no trouble carrying out those orders with honor and professionalism.”

More after the jump.

“Every shred of evidence shows that on the battlefield, sexual orientation doesn’t matter. Our country’s top military leaders and the overwhelming majority of the American public and active-duty service members all believe that the most important consideration isn’t whether a patriotic American fighting for our freedom is gay or straight, but whether they have the ability to perform their mission. The time to repeal ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ is now,” continued Solmonese.

On Monday, Senator Joseph Lieberman (I-CT) announced that he will introduce a bill in the U.S. Senate to repeal the discriminatory “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” law. Representative Patrick Murphy (D-PA) is the lead sponsor of similar legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives. Since President Obama delivered his State of the Union address last month, during which he called for ending the ban on openly lesbian and gay Americans from serving in the military, there has been a nearly unanimous and diverse group who have spoke out in support of doing away with the law. Some of those include:


* Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Mike Mullen and Defense Secretary Robert Gates voiced their supportduring their congressional testimony before a Senate Armed Services Committee.



* General Colin Powell, former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, stated, “I fully support the new approach presented to the Senate Armed Services Committee this week by Secretary of Defense Gates and Admiral Mullen.”



* A New York Times/CBS News national poll conducted on February 5th – 10th, 2010, shows yet again that a majority of Americans support repeal.



* The largest organization of retired U.S. military reserve officers in the nation voted to end its decades-long position in support of excluding lesbians and gays from the U.S. military. The association, founded in 1922 and chartered by Congress in 1950, also rejected the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” law.



* Former Vice President and Defense Secretary Dick Cheney threw his support behind the effort to repeal “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” by stating, “When the chiefs come forward and say, ‘We think we can do it,’ then it strikes me as it’s time to reconsider the policy, and I think Adm. Mullen said that.”


Now is the time to repeal “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” To be part of the effort to ensure that “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” is repealed this year, please write your member of Congress.

Gays are in the moral majority

The number of Americans who don't think homosexuality is a moral offense, for the first time since 1978, is higher than the number of those who consider being gay to be wrong, according to a new CNN-TIME survey.

The poll revealed a narrow split on the issue, with half saying being gay was not an issue of morality and 48 percent claiming it was.

Study proves lifting Don't Ask, Don't Tell quickly won't be disruptive

Foreign countries that lifted their military gay bans without much advance notice did not see any negative impact on troops, a new study from the Palm Center at the University of California, Santa Barbara, has found. The conclusion of the report, "Gays in Foreign Militaries 2010: A Global Primer," is at odds with the stance of U.S. military officials, who claim a process of a year or longer is needed to end the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy.

A message from Tim Gill about marriage equality

In a statement released today about marriage equality and the Gill Foundation's newly redesigned website, Tim Gill writes, "Only five percent of Americans live in states that extend marriage to same-sex couples. Contrast that number with the fact that 50 percent of Americans say they support marriage equality.

Personal stories often make a tremendous difference in changing attitudes and laws. That’s why the newly redesigned Gill Foundation’s website features the story of Stephanie and Mary Evans-McFarland, an Iowa couple that married following the historic decision of that state’s Supreme Court. Take a look at their story. Pass it along. And do whatever you can to support marriage equality."

Adam Lambert talks personal style with VH1

http://www.vh1.com/video/misc/485564/personal-style.jhtml#id=1632327

VH1 TV Shows | Music Videos | Celebrity Photos | News & Gossip

VH1.com recently interviewed the fabulously flamboyant Adam Lambert on his fashion sense, the fashion in his videos and his style influences.

Sign the Freedom to Marry Pledge

Freedom to Marry has a plan to win marriage equality for the gay community - a step-by-step plan to win marriage nationwide.

Freedom to Marry encourages everyone to sign the Freedom to Marry Pledge as a first step in promoting a national discussion around gay people and marriage. These conversations will influence public opinion and help build support among a majority of Americans for marriage.

Take a minute right nowto add your voice to the growing number of people supporting the freedom to marry.

Visit Israel with Michael Lucas

The notorious Michael Lucas is going to Israel and he wants you to come along.

Says Lucas, "In May, I will be taking my first group trip to Israel and I want you to come with me on this exciting, fun, and action-packed journey. Everybody is talking about it, and you can be a part of it!"

I bet it'll be an interesting trip.

Meet the Rocky Mountain Rainbeaus

The Rocky Mountain Rainbeaus are Colorado's all-inclusive, all levels, high energy square dance club. Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to enjoy some high energy fun.

Countdown to Denver PrideFest 2010

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Denver PrideFest turns 35 this year!

Only three more days to take the One Colorado Education Fund GLBT Survey

The One Colorado Education Fund is creating the first-ever comprehensive account of Colorado LGBT lives and they need your input to better understand the collective experiences of GLBT Colorado.

If you’re a lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender Coloradan, take the survey and urge other LGBT persons within your personal networks, whether it be by email, Facebook and/or Twitter, to take it today.

The survey will only be online through Friday, February 26th so be sure your voice is heard.

Things to do in Denver when you're gay: Black Eye Ball at Denver Eagle

Check out the Black Eye Ball at the Denver Eagle on the last Saturday of every month. This men's dance party promises an edgy, testosterone-soaked new theme every month and features DJ Jens Irish (left), sexy dancers and shot specials.

Next one takes place March 27.

Click the pic to embiggen for details.

Gay travel association to hold Denver reception

IGLTA is pleased to announce its next Membership Networking Reception here in Denver. Being held at the Aloft Hotel Denver Airport, the event will be a great way to network with other professionals in gay tourism, media and business. Come meet an IGLTA staff and board member and learn about the association and enjoy $5 cocktails and light hors d'oeuvres.

Founded in 1983, with 25 founding members, the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) is today a 1500 plus member strong and growing organization of gay, lesbian and community friendly travel professionals in 65 countries.

Books: 2010 Damron Men's Travel Guide

The Damron Men's Travel Guide has been providing gay travelers with listings, news, and information about gay and gay-friendly destinations since 1964. The 2010 edition boasts over 12,000 listings of gay-friendly businesses throughout the world and quick facts on everything the gay traveler on the go needs, including accommodations, bars, bookstores, gyms, restaurants, men's clubs and more.

Madonna's Revolver release party/DJ Shane going away party at Mo's

Come out and celebrate the release of Madonna's 'Revolver' on Friday, March 5 at Mo's.

Sadly, this will also be the last time that DJ Shane Stiel will be spinning as a local boy.

I'm going to miss him. And his pecs.

There will be drink specials, lots of boys, and free cover all night long so there is no excuse to miss it.

But wait, there's more! Here's a link to a coupon you can print out for a free drink at Mo's (if it happens to be snowing, that is): Mo's Drink Coupon

Lieberman to introduce Senate Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell repeal bill

The Human Rights Campaign today responded to Senator Joseph Lieberman (I-CT)’s statement that he will introduce a bill in the Senate to repeal the discriminatory “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” law that bars openly gay and lesbian Americans from serving in the military. Lieberman made his intentions public this morning in a statement and during an interview with the New York Daily News,where Lieberman stated, “What matters is not the gender of the other person in your unit or the color or the religion or in this case the sexual orientation. It's whether that person is a good soldier you can depend on. And that's why I think it's going to work."

Read more after the jump.

“Senator Lieberman’s announcement of the introduction of a Senate repeal bill is a welcome development following what has already been a historic several weeks in the campaign to end “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,’” said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese. “As a member of the Armed Services Committee and a longtime leader on issues of national security and foreign policy, Senator Lieberman’s leadership on this bill is another positive sign that ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ can end this year.”
Senator Lieberman’s public stance calling for the end of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” is one that is shared by a growing consensus of military leaders, public officials and the American public. Since President Obama delivered his State of the Union address last month, where he called for ending the ban on openly gay and lesbian Americans from serving in the military, there has been a nearly unanimous and diverse group who have spoke out in support of doing away with the law. Some of those include:

· Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Mike Mullen and Defense Secretary Robert Gates during their congressional testimony before a Senate Armed Services Committee.

· General Colin Powell, former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, states, “I fully support the new approach presented to the Senate Armed Services Committee this week by Secretary of Defense Gates and Admiral Mullen.”

· A New York Times/CBS News national poll conducted on February 5th – 10th, 2010, shows yet again that a majority of Americans support repeal.

· The largest organization of retired U.S. military reserve officers in the nation voted to end its decades-long position in support of excluding gays and lesbians from the U.S. military. The association, founded in 1922 and chartered by Congress in 1950, also rejected the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” law.


· Former Vice President and Defense Secretary Dick Cheney threw his support behind the effort to repeal “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” by stating, “When the chiefs come forward and say, ‘We think we can do it,’ then it strikes me as it’s time to reconsider the policy, and I think Adm. Mullen said that.”

Now is the time to repeal “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” To be part of the effort to ensure that “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” is repealed this year, please write your member of Congress by going here: https://secure3.convio.net/hrc/site/Advocacy?cmd=display&page=UserAction&id=673

Check out the progress on The Center's new digs

Construction is underway on the GLBT Community Center of Colorado's new home at 1301 E. Colfax Avenue and if everything goes according to plan it should all be finished up by the middle of this year.

Check out what it's gonna look like. Is that rooftop patio awesome, or what? I can see myself blogging from there in the summertime and working on my tan.

DCPA closing down National Theatre Conservatory

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) announced on Saturday that it will phase out its National Theatre Conservatory (NTC) over the next two years. The Conservatory is a three-year, accredited Master of Fine Arts program in acting. Founded in 1984 and chartered by US Congress, it currently has 28 students.

Considered one of the leading MFA programs in the country, its graduates have been successful in the professional world. To name a few recent examples, January LaVoy (Class of 2002) has been cast in the London West End transfer of Enron to Broadway, set to open April 8. John Behlmann (Class of 2006) will star in the off-Broadway transfer of the Tony Award-winning The 39 Steps, opening
March 25. Mat Hostetler (Class of 2009) recently began filming in Martin Scorsese's new HBO series, "Boardwalk Empire."

"Our mandate at The Denver Center first and foremost is to produce world class theatre on our professional stages," said Daniel L. Ritchie, Chairman and CEO. "With the prevailing economic conditions and their impact on our operations, we have decided to concentrate our resources on that principal endeavor."

The Denver Center will expand the highly successful educational programs of the Denver Center Theatre Academy which serve more than 50,000 students each year.

Pet of the Week: Burt

Hi there, my name is Burt. I am a 10-month old, 26-lb. Shar-Pei mix who was brought to MaxFund from another shelter.

Right now I tend to be fearful of men and am trying to learn to be more trusting of them. True to my Shar-Pei heritage, I need a confident, consistent leader. If you are uncertain or inconsistent, I may try to fill the leadership vacuum myself. Obedience training will help me greatly! I'm very intelligent and already know such basic commands as "sit" and "shake."

Find out more about Burt or any of the other wonderful animals available for adoption at MaxFund No-Kill Animal Shelter and Adoption Center.

Outsports: Coming out stories

Outsports.com has a wonderful archive of coming out stories from gay athletes on every end of the  spectrum from high school and college athletes to current and retired pros.