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Estefan Musical On Your Feet! Tells Immigrant Saga in Hugely Entertaining Fashion

Michael Cooper
“This is what an American looks like!” Emilio Estefan, producer extraordinaire, husband to Gloria Estefan and Cuban immigrant, shouted this to a record executive in the 1980s when he was told that his last name wasn’t American enough. Thirty years later, the same phrase is still unfortunately being shouted by Latino immigrants (but now it’s to the “leader of the free world” rather than to the leader of a record company)....
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From Bigfoot to the Formosa, 1933 Group Is Moving L.A. Nightlife Forward by Looking Back

Michael Cooper
The 1933 Group has been reshaping and elevating nightlife in Los Angeles with its venues, now numbering nine, that buck the trend of tearing down old buildings and erasing the city's history and instead celebrate the beauty of old so we never forget. 1933's newest project, a reverent renovation of the famous Formosa Cafe in West Hollywood, will be the latest addition to the group when it reopens next year....
Will Drag Race usher in an age of Aquaria in naming its next superstar?; Credit: Carlos Borja

A Behind-the-Scenes Sneak Peek at RuPaul's Drag Race Season 10 Finale

Michael Cooper
Drag Race is in its 10th season but this edition proved the franchise is anything but stale. The show is more than just a reality show to fans, so when they show up for the live finale, it's more than just a regular TV taping. After a drama-filled and tumultuous reunion last week, the final four contestants (Aquaria, Asia O'Hara, Eureka O'Hara and Kameron Michaels) are ready to "plead their cases" as they prepare for "a herstoric sudden-death lip sync for the crown."...
Pride's closing party ended with a bang last year.; Credit: Iggy Lopez

Party Proudly: The Best Pride Week Parties and Events in L.A.

Michael Cooper
With a full music festival Friday and Saturday, and the return of the parade on Sunday, there's definitely plenty to do at L.A. Pride this weekend. But if you're a glutton for gay-themed gatherings, there's even more happening throughout the city, day and night. From sporting events to educational discussion to art shows to pool and dance parties, here's where to party proudly in L.A. this week....
Tove Lo; Credit: Laura Haber/Ciulla Management

L.A. Pride: Tove Lo Aims High

Michael Cooper
Swedish artist Ebba Tove Elsa Nilsson, known by her stage name Tove Lo, may be one of the most appropriate artists to headline Los Angeles Pride. Sure, her songs are catchy, fun and emotional, but more important, she's an artist who has advocated for LGBT inclusion and female empowerment both on- and offstage. Identifying as bisexual herself, she's ready to celebrate with her people on Sunday, June 10, as the second female headliner of this year's L.A. Pride Festival (Kehlani headlines Saturday night)....
Joan Smalls at Revolve Fest; Credit: BFA + GettyImages

Coachella 2018: Snoop Surprised Revolve Fest

Michael Cooper
There may be plenty to see on the Coachella grounds, but that's only half the story — every year there are countless parties outside the festival as well. For the third year in a row, online retailer Revolve hosted its own festival on Saturday and Sunday of weekend one....
Haim at Coachella 2018; Credit: Amy Harris/Invision/AP/REX/Shutterstock

Coachella 2018: Haim, First Aid Kit

Michael Cooper
Saturday at Coachella was all about girl power when two bands comprised of sisters brought their unique talent to weekend one of the music festival. First up on Saturday afternoon at the Outdoor Theatre was Swedish folk duo First Aid Kit. Haim took the main stage later in the evening....