Rich Arenschieldt

Rich has written for OutSmart for more than 25 years, chronicling various events impacting Houston’s queer community. His areas of interest and influence include all aspects of HIV treatment and education as well as the milieu of creative endeavors Houston affords its citizenry, including the performing, visual and fine arts. Rich loves interviewing and discovering people, be they living, or, in his capacity as a member of the Society of Professional Obituary Writers, deceased.

Features

Rich ArenschieldtNovember 7, 2025
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Dr. Gordon Crofoot’s Lifelong Leadership in the Fight Against HIV

For more than 40 years, Dr. Gordon Crofoot has advanced HIV care through groundbreaking research, compassionate medicine, and unrelenting advocacy, helping lead the world toward a future free of the…
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Community News

Rich ArenschieldtNovember 7, 2025
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Remembering Lilly Roddy, Houston’s Beloved Astrologer

Astrologer and teacher Lilly Roddy, who wrote OutSmart’s monthly column for more than three decades, is remembered for her brilliance, compassion, and trailblazing role in Houston’s LGBTQ community.
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Health & Wellness

Rich ArenschieldtJuly 8, 2025
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FDA Approves First Twice-Yearly PrEP for HIV Prevention

Lenacapavir, the first FDA-approved, twice-yearly injectable PrEP for HIV prevention, shows 96% efficacy and offers unprecedented convenience, marking a major milestone in global HIV prevention efforts.
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Art

Rich ArenschieldtMay 29, 2025
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ISHIDA Contemporary Dance Company Offers World Premieres at Asia Society

Nationally recognized ISHIDA Dance Company returns to Houston with a bold new program, featuring a world premiere by Brett Ishida and powerful works by Stephen Shropshire and Andonis Foniadakis.
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Local News

Rich ArenschieldtMay 28, 2025
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Andrew Edmonson, Arts Professional, Activist, and Writer, Dies at 59

A beloved figure in Houston’s arts and LGBTQ communities, Andrew Edmonson is remembered as a tireless advocate, brilliant communicator, and devoted friend who made an enduring impact through his activism,…
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Front Page A&E

Rich ArenschieldtNovember 4, 2024
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Exploring Trans Narratives Through Opera

HOPERA presents Laura Kaminsky's groundbreaking opera As One, exploring the journey of a trans woman to self-realization.
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Arts & Entertainment

Rich ArenschieldtApril 2, 2024
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Harmonizing the Cosmos: Houston Symphony Showcases Jimmy López Bellido’s “Eclipse”

Jimmy López Bellido’s cosmic composition Eclipse premieres at the Houston Symphony.
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Front Page News

Rich ArenschieldtMay 2, 2022
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Blake Weisser, Driving Force Behind PFLAG Houston, Dies at 102

May 7 memorial service for the LGBTQ activist is planned.
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Arts & Entertainment

Rich ArenschieldtApril 18, 2022
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Renowned Lesbian Composer to Premiere Two New Works in Houston

Pulitzer Prize-winner Jennifer Higdon reveals her musical inspirations and approach.
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Features

Rich ArenschieldtJune 4, 2021
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A Voice of the Arts

Media guru Eric Skelly helps the Houston Symphony reach new audiences.
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