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All of these examples point to the idea that the treatment of queer workers and storylines is improving. However, in moving forward, one must also look back to be sure to recognize the past, as wrestling and the world moves to its future. From its first steps out of sports and into entertainment, the squared circle has pulled from a multitude of theatre traditions, from soap opera to vaudeville. In fact, most of the time pro wrestling has turned and used that culture to denigrate the very people from whom it took. And historically because of that, wrestling became a space where LGBT characters were there to be reviled. The audience could boo and taunt the queer character to prove their machismo.

A year after high rents pushed it off Capitol Hill down to Montlake, Purr Cocktail Lounge abruptly closed its doors over the weekend. Meanwhile, new Capitol Hill gay bar Union made its debut. Roberts did not cite a specific reason for the closure. That space will now be empty again. The much anticipated opening was delayed by last-minute permit approvals which only encouraged the anxious enthusiasm of those ready for a new player in the Capitol Hill gay nightlife scene. The bar maintained a full patio and three lines at the bar through weekend with patrons wanting to check out the newly opened space — and stay cool. Always sad to see a gay bar closing, but what can you expect opening a gay bar in… Montlake?

King said that any new owner would have to apply for a liquor license rather than seek a license transfer from the current ownership since the license is dead. Politics Local D. Share Steve Charing.

Post a Comment. There are several characteristics that would describe a successful neighborhood gay bar: diverse crowds, high energy, entertainment, friendly bartenders and staff, tasty affordable food, ample off-street parking, and giving back to the community. Yup, put a check next to each one. It also happens to be the only gay bar in Howard County. The ownership takes that role seriously and is involved in a variety of activities that have advanced the visibility of the lgbt community as well as the viability of important lgbt organizations.