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QUEER CULTURAL FESTIVAL

2000 Festival Schedule

Friday, October 6, 7:30pm

CULTURE CLUB

$36.50/$21.50 Akron Civic Theatre

Tickets available at Ticketmaster:

330-945-9400 Akron, 216-241-5555 Cleveland

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Thursday, October 12, 7:00pm Candlelight Vigil observing the 2nd Anniversary of the death of Matthew Shepard On the green between Ocasek State Office Bldg. & Summit County Courthouse. Co-sponsored by Akron Pride Center, Stonewall Akron and P-Flag, Akron.

Friday, October 13, 8:00pm

Queer Comedy Jam,

Starring: Bob Smith &

Karen Williams

Emcee: Lorne Newman

$10 general admission at the door

Highland Theatre

An evening with three of the hottest queer comics in America. Additional sponsorship provided by the International Institute of Humor and Healing Arts, and the HaHa Institute. Doors open 7:00pm.

Saturday, October 14, 2:00pm

The 2000 Out in Akron Forum:

One More River to Cross:

Black and Gay in America

A Conversation with Keith Boykin

Free Admission

Highland Theatre

A frequent presence on television, Keith is author of One More River to Cross: Black and Gay in America, and Respecting the Soul: Daily Reflections for Black Lesbians and Gays. Following the keynote speech, local community members will join him on stage for a panel discussion. Afterward, Keith will sign copies of his books. Books will be available for purchase or bring your copy. Support provided by Borders Books and Music.

Saturday, October 14, 8:00pm Queer Shorts 2000:

An evening of new short GLBT films

Free Admission

Highland Theatre

A one-night festival of the finest new GLBT short films from around the world. Afterward, vote for the Audience Favorite Award.

Out in Akron Queer Cultural Festival 2000 is made possible by :

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Sunday, October 15, Noon 2:00pm Community Celebration Brunch $10 advance tickets required

Greystone Hall, 103 S. High

For our community, our families, friends and allies, this first ever Out in Akron event will guarantee "your place at the table." Enjoy a complete brunch buffet, beverages and strawberry mimosas. Advance tickets available at

Angel Falls Coffee Company, 792 W. Market Street.

Sunday, October 15, 2:30pm "There's Naught So Queer as Folk" Gallery Talk

Thomas Sokolowski, director of The Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh

Free Admission

Akron Art Museum

With Andy Warhol as a reference point, Sokolowski will explore the new impact of gay and lesbian artists at the end of the 20th century and as the 21st century begins.

Sunday, October 15, 7:00pm Cabaret Q 2000:

The Out in Akron Variety Show

Host: Shelley McConnell

Free Admission

PFLAG NOCI Highland Theatre

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It's time again for the best night of local entertainment in the city! (Performers happily accept your tips)

www.outinakron.org

OIA is a non-profit 501c3 organization. Donations are tax deductible.

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