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Vol.19, MAY 1998 No. 5
v A Publication of the Lexington Gay and Lesbian Services Organization
, the male and female lines of descent. The
ACTOUT @ﬂt‘ﬂﬂatlﬂﬂ controlling body of the organization is its
Mark June 7, 1998 on your calendar, Board of Directors, made up of high ranking
PLAY CHOSEN On that date the Royal Sovereign Imperial past title-holders and past Monarchs. The
TRYOUTS SCHEDULED Court otAII Kentucky will hold its 17th annual day to day operations are overseen by the
A0191“ has been very fortunate Coronation Bali in the Grand Ballroom of the reigning Monarchs (the Emperor and
to land the rights to a. very powerful, Radisson Plaza Hotel in downtown Empress) and their Council.
relatively new play, EIeg/es, Stones ”0’" Lexington. This event is always one of the The most important activity of the
112353320 ngeﬂieydﬁféﬁflﬁgthﬁhlévseﬁot: most spectacular evenings in the Lexington Coronation week takes place during the
' gay community, as Monarchs and other Coronation Ball, when the public elects new
encompasses humor and sorrow, harmony d' 't . r m across the continent M h d C 'l T
and discord, tragedy and hope. 'gm aries ro B t k t onarc 5 an ounCI members. he
Elegies was inspired by the AIDS geseelld onto the luegrass fora ull wee 0 results of the election are announced at the
Memorial Quilt and has a cast of 33 actors estrvrties. . . end of the evening, and the new Emperor
and four singers. Each character recounts The theme 0f the Coronation Ball this and Empress are crowned. '” order to V019!
his own story to the accompaniment of an year '5 0’? The/r Majest/es’ Secret 89’ me" one ””151 possess a valid Kentucky
original score of blues, jazz, and gospel. An Evening of Intrigue at the Royal identification, avalid Coronation ticket and
Elegies has been performed in New York, Masquerade Ball. So, don'ttorget your mask be at least 18 years old.
Los Angeles, London, and most recently and spying abilities 85 YOU join Empress 16, This year, three candidates are seeking
,sr. Louis as part of the World AlDS Day Chanda List and Emperorte. Elvin Harklns. the office of Empress (Leigh Angelique,
celebration. to celebrate their fund raising successes of LaToya BaCai, and Mika Milano), and one
Auditions will be held.Tuesday, May the past year. candidate (John Moses) is seeking the office
5th and Wednesday, May 6th at the Pride The Court, as it is called, was formed of Emperor, Dig into your closets and pull
Center starting at 6:00 each evening. With seventeen years ago by Greg Butler and out your beaded gowns, high heels and
a need for 33 actors and actresses, we Marlon Austin. who were seeking an tuxedos and join Empress 16, Chanda Lier
hope a '0t 0? YOU Will be .interested in innovative way to provide charitable and Emperor 16, Elvin Harkins for a
showcasing your thespian talents. Don't be assistance to the Lexington gay community. memorable and exciting conclusion to Reign
afraid t0 W OUT- A” the parts are small, 30 From the Coronation of Empress l, Julie 16!
rehearsal commitments will be as minimal Vaughn, the Court has been an active
as possible.” . member of this community by donating
in addition to actors, we W'” need thousands of dollars to local charities and Sponsor of the
volunteers to form a stage crew. providing social events for the community. Mouth
We planto present lE/egres near the One of the most recognizable
end Of our Pride celebration on Thursday, characteristics of the Court is its extensive
June 18th at the State Theater. Proceeds . .
. . . . . use of royal titles, which are bestowed by the
from play admission wrll benefit the Pride . .
Center, so please consider getting involved reigning Emperor and . Empress upon R. I . S . C .
with this production. If you would like more members 0‘ the community who give the" -
intormation, call Bill at 255-5469. time to fund raismg efforts and who comprise