Ten Dances, Two Golds, One Unforgettable Journey
By R. Lee Ingalls I can hardly believe it has been 29 years.At this point 29 years ago, my dance partner, Bob Pavey, and I were deep into rehearsals for…
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August 22, 2026
I Get to Be 73
By R. Lee Ingalls Time is a very odd thing.To borrow an old cliché, when you’re young, time seems to move at a snail’s pace. Birthdays take forever to arrive,…
August 21, 2026
The Scars We Carry: Living Through the AIDS Crisis
By R. Lee Ingalls I would be remiss if I did not write something about the AIDS crisis during Pride Month. After all, preserving our history and telling our stories…
June 19, 2026
Who Are the Mansion-Men?
How It All Began — Part One By R. Lee Ingalls People often ask where the name Mansion-Men came from. The answer is simple, but the story behind it is…
June 5, 2026
Happy Pride: Why Pride Is Still Needed
“Is Pride still needed?” When I hear that question, one word immediately comes to mind: duality. Duality is at the heart of why Pride continues to matter. In fact, the…
May 22, 2023
In Loving Memory of My Aunt Joyce
June 2nd, 1934 is the birthday of my Dad’s sister, Aunt Joyce. This photograph of my Aunt Joyce, taken around Christmas in 1959, captures what anyone who knew her would…
May 22, 2023
Gary and Bryant: Building Community, Changing Lives
Gary and Bryant are two dear friends of mine whom I have known for decades. During that time, I have had the privilege of watching not only their relationship grow,…
May 22, 2023
Brett Cullum – Co Author
One of the many advantages of living in Houston is access to one of the most vibrant and diverse theater communities in the country. From world-renowned institutions such as the…
May 22, 2023