Queer Creatives

Houston DJ Athenz — a two-time Gayest & Greatest winner — is the official DJ for the Michelob Ultra Activation Zone at seven FIFA World Cup 2026 matches at Houston Stadium.

Houston’s Queer Book Club (QBC) highlights representation in literature with each meeting. Currently led by Abigail “Abby” Yesso (she/her), QBC offers opportunities for members to explore queer themes through reading several written works by various…

The tech industry has an image problem. It’s the image of the stereotypical tech bro—the affluent white guy with a startup who makes news headlines and is caricatured in TV shows and movies. Out in…

Houston Ballet dancer Augustin Lehner reflects on his journey to ballet, LGBTQ body-image advocacy, and performing his favorite ballet, Giselle.

Broadway stage manager and producer Cody Renard Richard reflects on his Houston roots, Queer visibility, and creating opportunities for the next generation of theater professionals.

The Black Like That Community Festival returns to Houston, centering Black LGBTQ voices through culture, performance, and community while addressing the layered realities of race, identity, and belonging.

Out actor Mark Ivy reflects on his longtime connection to Theatre Under the Stars, Houston audiences, and the enduring power of live theater.

Heather J. Taylor’s Pride This Way explores Pride celebrations worldwide, blending joy, justice, and LGBTQ storytelling with a pay-it-forward model supporting community organizations.

Photographer Chandrayee Soneja’s Show Your Pride campaign invites Houston’s LGBTQ community and allies to share their stories through portraits, fostering visibility, belonging, and authentic self-expression.

Michelle Heinesen brings personal experience and community-minded artistry to Empty Bowls Houston, using ceramics to support hunger relief while helping build more inclusive creative spaces.