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![Album: SoJorn – When The Lights
Go Down (Progressive Global Records)
Sojorn are Hunter Williams and vocalist
Jennifer Morrison. The album is a mix of funky
break beats and house influenced tunes. Tinged
with Latin rhythms, this is quite a light album
with nothing too taxing or demanding. With
summer coming it’s a good one for the car, or
the beach. It’s classy in a way that a nightclub
is classy-shiny and polished, but in all
honesty, there is nothing really new
going on here. Lyrically uninspiring,
yet pleasant in a way that will please
trendy people with a head for chilled
hypnotic programmed sounds.
555 Release date: early April
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music>> lea andrews
film/DVD>> jennifer kilchenmann
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Album: The Little Willies –
The Little Willies
(Milking Bull Records)
Alert! Bad band name alert! Do NOT let
this put you off. This is bloody brilliant,
but you have to like jazz and country a
little to get into it. Imagine Norah Jones
infused with a bit of life and a whole lot
chirpier. Voila! She has! This five-piece
consists of Ms Jones herself, and four
friends from pretty much all over
America. They all missed old school
classic American music, and set up
this band to meet up and jam down at
The Living Room, a cool Lower East
Side club in NYC. So there you have it,
a real band, with a real desire to play
really good music. You can hear the
love of the music the second you put
the CD on. This is fantastic. Have it!
5555 Release date: March 6
Album:
Breaks Co-Op –
The Sound Inside
(Parlaphone)
You may not have heard of
Breaks Co-Op yet, but you
may be familiar with one
ofitsthreemembers,
Zane Lowe. He formed
the band with fellow
new Zealander Hamish
Clark in the mid 1990s
and released an album.
Zane has since become a hugely
successful DJ (currently at Radio One)
and an MTV presenter. Breaks Co-Op’s
second album was released last year
in New Zealand, to enormous acclaim –
they scooped a gold disc, a single of
the year and were top of the 2005
airplay charts. The album is very
beautiful, and well worth getting into.
It falls into a style
that happily avoids any particular
genre. Influenced by Marvin Gaye,
and more obscure acts like Tortoise
and Sebadoh, the melodies and break
beats create a sexy satisfying piece.
If you want something a bit different,
but still palatable, go get it.
Cinema: Basic Instinct 2
Sharon Stone is back as the
ultra-vixen Catherin Tramell.
She’s ditched the ice-picker
in favour of a new killer
of a toy. Expect the usual
amount of sex, bisexuality,
some decent car chasing,
some mind-fucking and
all that in dear old London
town! Who knew our city
was so ferocious.
555 Out: March 24
Cinema: Transamerica
Nominated for an Oscar and recently picking up the
Best Actress Golden Globe, Desperate Housewives’
Felicity Huffman stars as a pre-op male-to-female
who undertakes an unexpected
journey when she learns that she is
the father to a teenage son in a fix
ofhisown.IndieUSmoviesshowing
that once again they know how
to convey powerful stories much
better than big budget studios.
Tissues at the ready.
5555 Out: March 31
DVD: The Brothers Grimm
This shoot was so unpleasant that it made
Lena Headey – who stars here as a chick
who can skin rabbits and kiss toads – doubt
whether she still wanted to be in the movie
business. The Brothers Grimm is directed by
Terry Gilliam (12 Monkeys) and features Matt
Damon and Heath Ledger as two con brothers
lookingforadventure.Theyneedallthe courage
theycanget,andaspotoffemalehelp(Headey),
when they arrive in a village under the spell
of an enchanted forest. It ain’t great but it has
moments. Alcohol at the ready, it might help!
55 Out: March 13
Album: Lise Westzynthius –
Rock, You Can Fly (One Little Indian)
Lise W (can we call her that?) has been
celebrated in her native Denmark for a few
years now and rightly so. Brought up on Chopin
and Brahms, she began singing in chamber
choirs, and worked as a church soprano while
also studying contemporary music. This mix of
influences works emphatically on this stirring
album. When listening, I felt as though the Cocteau Twins had returned and
made a modern day album with more to look back on. Produced by legendary
Englishman Ian Caple (Kate Bush, Tricky, Ryan Adams) the album has got a
particular stamp of excellence that will make its ascension guaranteed.
5555 Release date: out now
music
5555 Release date: March 27
DVD: HEX Season 2
After the corking cliffhanger of Season 1, Cassie and Thelma
are back. Azazeal is still up to no good and things aren’t
looking too sunny for our heroine. On the brighter side
though, our only long-running lesbian character on British
TV – Thelma (the excellent Jemima Roper) – gets more lines,
more comedy moments, just more, more, more!
It’s pure entertainment, with a fantastic script.
5555 Out: March 6
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Smack: Gangsters & Molls Party @ Egg
Friday 27 January
Egg, York Way, King’s Cross, London N1
MARCH 2006 g3 27
Scene
Guide
Knowing you’ve got a good smack coming, in this case was something to look
forward to with three floors of music to suit the taste of every moll and her
gangst-her. Egg was on shell-cracking form as the venue filled with lovely ladies
(and a good few from Brighton too I noticed) along with several cute boys. With
De Kutt and crew cutting it up electro-wise in the middle room; sandwiched
between King K and the funky house French Kiss
females in the main room; and the Cock DJs
Yr Mum & Yr Dad and random poetry
readings in the top floor. For the second
Friday in a row here I was in Egg again
with the courtyard seeming to feel
more like my front garden, it’s so
familiar. Arms in the air as the music
played into the night and anyone with
enough energy to rise to the occasion was
treated to the special afterparty tunes of
Trade/Fiction DJ Fat Tony’s afterparty.
Roll on the Morning Glory.
Reviewed by
Jamie Norman
All photos by Jamie Norman, except top right pics 1 and 2 by Cleo Leng
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- 3. 10 LENA HEADEY &PIPER PERABO Resident film boffin Jennifer Kilchenmann meets Imagine Me & You stars Lena Headey and Piper Perabo, and finds out why their on-screen dynamic has set lesbian pulses pumping. 06*NEW*OPINION Welcome to our new opinion column, giving eminent women the chance to have a good old rant. This month, Sue Perkins bends our ear about GM food, vivisection and Pete Burns. 14 NEWS Alex Parks parts company with her record label, while lesbian tennis ace Amelie Mauresmo clinches her first Grand Slam victory. 20 PROFILE As multi-talented soul diva Beverley Knight prepares to release her Greatest Hits collection, she chats to Anna Nathanson about homophobia in the music industry. 27 SCENE GUIDE Discover what’s getting g3 in the mood for spring in our blossoming bar, club, gig and community listings guide. We have a new regional city guide, which this month showcases Newcastle as the gay hotspot of the North East. Geordies are very friendly, whey aye, man! contents >03/06 g3 magazine Oxford House, 49a Oxford Road, London N4 3EY Switchboard: +44 (0)207 272 0093 Fax: +44 (0)207 272 0092 Email: info@g3magazine.co.uk Editor: Jo Webber press@g3magazine.co.uk 020 7272 7782 Design: Helen Mathias design@g3magazine.co.uk Film Editor: Jennifer Kilchenmann Music Reviews/Photography: Lea Andrews SexPert: Ky Hoyle Guest contributors/thanks to: viv acious, Louise Ashcroft, Jo Bell, Zoe Burke, Lucy Chambers, Emily Chappell, Charlotte Hall, Nicole Hill, Amy Jacobs, Jambo, Rachel Mari Kimber, Cleo Leng, Amazin Le Thi, Liz, Katie McCrum, Jane Murray Photographers, Anna Nathanson, Jamie Norman, Keira Page, Charlotte Richardson, Jo Rosenblatt, Lucy Stein, Ben Summerskill, Christine Townsend, Venus Aphrodite Photography, Phoebe Zhang Managing Editor: Sarah Garrett sarah@g3magazine.co.uk Business Development/Accounts: Linda Riley linda@g3magazine.co.uk ADVERTISING Advertising Sales Manager: Linda Riley linda@g3magazine.co.uk 020 7272 0456 Senior Advertising Sales Executive: Luanna Coburn lu@g3magazine.co.uk 020 7272 0713 Advertising Sales Executive: Gemma Van Praagh gemma@g3magazine.co.uk 020 7272 0680 Publisher: Sarah Garrett/Linda Riley Square Peg Media Ltd ISDN: 1473-6039 The content of this publication, either in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, stored in a data retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise, without prior permission from the pub- lishers. Opinions expressed in g3 magazinearenot necessarily those of the publishers. © Square Peg Media Ltd 2000-2005. All advertising copy for April 2006 to be received before 17.03.05 g3 22 REBEL WITHOUT APPLAUSE Just why does Emily Chappell feel much the same about civil partnerships as she does about her mother’s cooking? Why doesn’t lifelong commitment stir her emotions? 24 KEEPING WATCH Household novelist Sarah Waters plunges into a 1940s era ravaged by war, hardship and, of course, lesbian misdemeanours in new novel The Night Watch. Jo Webber has a chinwag with her favourite novelist. 08 g3 IS 5! From its humble beginnings in Sarah and Lisa’s front room, March 2001 signalled the birth of g3 magazine as we know it! Come celebrate our fifth birthday in conjunction with Lounge on Thursday April 6 at Teatro. regulars… p1-3 Cover/cont.s 25/2/06 10:55 Page 3
- 4. 32% 26% 22%20% gspot Here at g3, we like to rant, rant, rant therefore it felt appropriate to change the name of this section! So let’s start the ranting with the joyous news that g3 has positively outgrown its 64-page waistline and has expanded into a snug 72-page fit. So what, I hear you cry, have the additional eight pages been filled with? A delicious helping of editorial as decadent quadruple whipped cream with brandy liquor (well everyone has a weakness!) We have a brand spankin’ new celebrity opinion section every month. This time around our favourite comedienne Sue Perkins (Opinion, page 6) has a good old chinwag about GM food, animal cruelty and everyone’s favourite Jackie Stallone impersonator Pete Burns. The Big Brother star recently said: “If you own a car, you change that every few years and that’s just what I’m doing with my appearance.” My next motor is a Boxster then! Other tantalisingly edible sections include a regular city guide. This month we head up to Newcastle (Pride on the Tyne, page 30) in an effort to spread our ladyfingers across the nation. So, if you think your town or city has the best gay scene with the hottest ladies this side of the equator, then get scribbling and show off your locality. We have also introduced a new business profile section (page 67), which this month highlights Jane Murray Photographers as g3 readers get advice on setting up a small business in the gay community. However, the piece de resistance is our flavoursome law store and Civil Partnership section, which is, undoubtedly, the most comprehensive legal database in LGBT media today. This month, we focus on making a Will and the rights you and your partner are entitled to. Butlegalitiesaside,it’stimetogetupandcloseandpersonal with Lena Headey and Piper Perabo, stars of the highly anticipated lesbian Rom-com Imagine Me & You. So popcorn at the ready and book out the back row with your current amour for some super-duper lovin’. We also have an exclu- sive interview with Sarah Waters, who is currently blitzing the bestseller list with scorching new novel The Night Watch. So grab a cup of gin and water and get involved. Remember if you can’t be good, be very, very bad... Over and out girlies... Sarah & Jo Great lesbian inventions!!! by Lea Andrews (a short series of factual facts for you to impress your date with!) 9. The Club. In 1913, Mabel Sparkbottom realised it was no longer feasible to encapsulate a whole evening of frivolity within the tiny front room of her Lower Botherington country cottage. Thus, she took to renting the local village hall on the second Tuesday of each month, and provided hot baked apple turnovers and special mulberry wine (trodden in by her own delicate feet). Mabel put balloons up, and invited the local invert community to gather round and bring their favourite 78rpm records to play. This wonderful idea continued for the next 60 years until its demise in the mid 1970s leaving only a collection of bleak dark rooms, full of scary people, playing even scarier music. 5ssttaarr lleetttteerrstar letter IfWomenRuledtheEarth Dear g3, If the lesbian population of the Earth were reduced to a small village with 100 women, it would look something like this: 80 fatties, 20 eating disorders 90 short hair, 10 hair everywhere 70 rough as fuck, 30 passive aggressive 1 good looking, 99 ugly as a dog’s arse 99 would have cats, 1 would think she was a cat 99 would get really uptight about how rude this poll is, 1 wouldn’t give a shit (me – I made it up!) In a lesbian bar, no one can hear you scream. Anon NewHorizons Dear g3, Thanks for your fab mag, however I have one complaint. Where are your reviews of the rest of the scene? Isn’t its time to spread wings and look at pastures new? Lezzy life is well beyond London, Manchester and Brighton. It’s Essex that marks the spot. There are some fab female-only venues, even for those that tick the over-25s box! So come on g3, let’s see some reviews of these venues so the rest of lesbian world can see what delights they are missing! Cosmic-al, 35, Disabled Entrepreneur FreeMoney! Dear g3, ever wondered how to find a beautiful apartment when some estate agents would rather sell you a shoebox? This gang of four gay Shoreditch residents have had enough of being sold short, and have come across a novel idea for publicising their needs in this regularly updated blog. Their needs? A sexy three-bed apartment in Shoreditch or surrounding areas. Whoever finds these gals the pad of their dreams within budget gets £100 cash! Up for the challenge? Visit: http://4foxyflatmates.blogspot.com/ Four gay ‘Ditchers gg33 5 Send your letters to jo@g3magazine.co.uk There’s a prize for the writer of our star letter each month. SUBSCRIBE TODAY>> Get g3 delivered to your home. It’s simple, just send us a cheque for £40 with your name and address on the back, or call us and we’ll take payment by credit/debit card over the phone. 020 7272 0093 To check out this month’s poll visit www.g3mag.co.uk On the cruise in a bar or club She was the friend of a friend On an introductory website A workmate who became a playmate Q: How did you meet your last/current girlfriend? 4 g3 MARCH 2006 Our Rant!Our Rant! Beyonce’s pre-stage warm up www.boreme.com/ lesbian0206/no1.php Not just restraints www.boreme.com/ lesbian0206/no4.php Wal Mart greeter New gimmick to get the shoppers in! www.boreme.com/ lesbian0206/no5.php lliinnkkss wwee lloovvee Supplied by www.boreme.com gg33oonnlliinnee poll results g3mailbag p4-5 g.Mailbag etc 24/2/06 21:28 Page 4
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- 6. BABESofthemonth Known as the“Spanish enchantress”, Penélope Cruz Sánchez was born in 1974 in Madrid to retailer Eduardo and hairdresser Encarna. After studying classical ballet for nine years at Spain’s National Conservatory, she began acting. She hit the big time in the wonderfully edible Jamón, jamón (1992). Cameron Crowe’s Vanilla Sky (2001) established her in Hollywood’s A-List opposite her on/off screen lover Tom Cruise. Quote: “I love Salma Hayek, we’ve been friends for a really long time. She never compromises to follow her vision and she is loyal.” New release Bandidas stars Penélope Cruz (Maria) and Salma Hayek (Sara) in turn-of-the-century Mexico, as a bank-robbing duo trying to combat a ruthless enforcer terrorizing their town. Large tor- tilla wrapped Thelma and Louise style girl-on girl action ensues, muy caliente! Salma was born in 1966 in the oil boomtown of Coatzacoalcos, Mexico. She freely admits that her wealthy Lebanese-Mexican businessman father and Mexican opera-singing mother spoilt her rotten. In late 2002 Frida was released, documenting the life of eponymous Mexican bisexual artist Frida Kahlo. The movie picked up two Academy Awards and six nominations. Both Hayek and Cruz have established themselves as two of the most popular and downright sexy Latin movie stars today. Quote: “I keep waiting to meet a man who has more balls than I do.” (Try a macho lesbian perhaps – Ed) Salma Hayek Penélope Cruz Salma Hayek Penélope Cruz opinion… gspot 6 g3 MARCH 2006 Single-minded and thoroughly truculent Sue Perkins rants about GM food, vivisection and that celebrity gorilla-skinned jacket. For me, the polarisation of food choice really represents the gulf between rich and poor in today’s society. Why should the option of being an ethical consumerist come at an economic premium? It pisses me off that good quality, natural food is only available to the affluent. Why are organic products so expensive, and therefore out of budgetary range for the average family? Surely, compassionate farming should be the norm, rather than the exception. Surely all sectors of society should be capable of enjoying produce that is free from hormones, antibiotics, GM and pesticides. Ooh, I am so full of ‘whys’ I could spit. As for Pete Burns and the gorilla coat... what an arse! Why would someone be gleeful at the thought of a dead, rare-breed animal hanging off their back? The only way I could have tolerated his outfit, was if that animal had been beaten fairly and squarely in a fight. One on one. Hand to paw.MrBurnsversusasilverback?Ireckonthe gorillawould have gone home wearing the pelt of an 80s pop singer. Mr Burns should, perhaps, be shown videos of dogs being skinned alive in China, maybe then he’d give monkey’s fuck about his choice of clothing and his active participation in the worst kind of pointless brutality. The older I get, the more furious I become about animal cruelty. I do not accept the arguments for using animals for medical experimentation, which are, at best, inconclusive. What kind of society are we, if our ‘advancement’ is based on the suffering and torture of other species? My father has battled cancer for many years, so I have been up close and personal with a serious disease. During his chemotherapy he participated in various drug trials and clinical studies. I had a health problem as a young adult, and spent the best part of five years road-testing every gastric medication under the sun. My point is this; if doctors are openly using US as guinea pigs – why not give the guinea pigs a break? Sue Perkins is on tour until the end of May for further details please visit www.rbmcomedy.com p6-7 g.Vitals/Opinion 24/2/06 18:32 Page 6
- 7. thismonth’svitals… FLOWERGRAM Charity bouquets for Mother’sDay Celebrate Mother’s Day on 26 March 2006 by sending out a beautiful bunch of flowers! Choosing Flowergram will make the right impression and help Macmillan Cancer Relief at the same time. £2 from each item ordered online at www.flowergram.co.uk will go to Macmillan to help people living with cancer in the UK. Ballerina – a pink and white hand-tied bouquet in water from £31.50 Harmony – a tall basket arrangement in shades of pink with a hint of mauve from £36.50 Tender Moments – a traditional presentation bouquet of pink and cerise flowers from £39.00 www.flowergram.co.uk Funk up your living space! Online interior display company Indelible Pink sells quality Aluminum or Perspex frames for you to display your favourite record covers as art. Most of us listen to music in digital format yet how many of us can’t bear to throw away our favourite LPs? Vinyl has an eternally cool and contemporary feel and with the aid of Indelible Pink’s frames, you can create original and striking interior design. Frames are custom-made to display 12” and 7” record covers and picture discs. So get those records out of storage and on to the walls! Prices vary. www.indeliblepink.co.uk or email info@indeliblepink.co.uk 0845 3913 708 gspot MARCH 2006 g3 7 Going for a song SingStar ‘80s could possibly be the most hilarious gadget ever invented. It features two CDs packed with 30 classic early 80s tracks that are guaranteed to throw you back to your school disco days. Unfortunately Big Scary Animal wasn’t one of the SingStar options, so we had to make do with Heaven is a Place on Earth. Boo. Also available with two mics to bleat your heart out. www.singstargame.com £39.99 (with mics)/ £19.99 (without mics) play… gift… gift… Ballerina Harmony Tender Moments singstar ‘‘8800ssParadise Walk Women’s Gym North London ladies need to be aware of the fabulous family-run ALL women gym with 500 members based in dyke central Finsbury Park. This is a place to lose the pounds, with great gym facilities, sauna, steam, treatment rooms and a fab exercise studio! It’s also a place where the ladies can support each other all the way. Forget spandexed dolly birds, these ladies get down to some hardcore work-outs, often go jogging and then relax in the chill out area! Owner Sharon Wickens is well-known for taking people that need extra help under her wing! 020 7272 6857 or info@paradisewalk.com fit… p6-7 g.Vitals/Opinion 24/2/06 18:33 Page 7
- 8. g3 is...g3 is... 8g3 MARCH 2006 MARCH: The first issue of g3 magazine is launched in March, causing mass controversy with its saucy front cover. JUNE: Angelina Jolie becomes an iconic lesbian figurefor her previous bisexual relationships and role as Double-E cup Lara Croft in Tomb Raider. JUNE: Girl meets girl rom-com Kissing Jessica Stein is released in cinemas throughout the UK. SEPTEMBER: ManNotIncluded.com is launched, selling fresh sperm online to lesbians and single women. OCTOBER: Sarah Waters’ Tipping The Velvet is aired on the Beeb in a TV adaptation that became a massive hit drama. The media inevitably go mad for the sex scenes. To celebrate five years of our free monthly magazine, we look at the changes that have taken place since 2001. Five years may seem like a flash in the pan, however half a decade is a long time in the eventful life of a lady lover. When g3 first emerged in the dark era of dungarees, long-haired lesbos with any more than a buzz cut were regarded as straight and gay and bisexual women faded into the background as gay men dominated the homosexual arena. Thanks to the Labour Government and tireless work of fervent campaigners Stonewall, we have far more legal and statutory rights. 11223344 However, how things have changed! Nowadays, we are at the cutting edge of fashion. We’re the movers and shakers in high-powered professions and have diluted our old stereotypes by being individually diverse rather than conforming to clichés. We are now legally recognised as equal to our heterosexual counterparts, and there are more lesbian parents happily bringing up children. Hell, lesbians are bloody cool! Female celebs try to imitate us with varying degrees of credibility and straight guys are fascinated by us (and in some cases titillated!) Even the Conservative Party would love to have a few more token dykes in their midst. g3 looks at the milestones throughout the past five years, helping to kick-start the trend setting revolution of the modern gay girl. 2001 WE FOUGHT THE LAW… JANUARY 2001 The age of consent for gay men is dropped from 18 to 16 in line with heterosexuals. SEPTEMBER 2003 Section 28, which had previously disallowed schools from ‘promoting’ homosexuality, was finally taken off the statute books. DECEMBER 2003 LGBT workers legally protected from discriminationandharassmentatwork. APRIL 2005 Changes were made to the Criminal Justice Act 2003 to recognise homophobic hate crime and abuse. 2002 5555 p8-9 Ed1 g3 is 5!! 24/2/06 22:19 Page 8
- 9. MARCH 2006 g39 MARCH: The L Word became the first lesbian drama series to hit our TV screens, and was instantly successful. Cue frisky, feminine girls and not a short-haired crop in sight. Every urban lesbian in the land adopts the Hoxton Fin replacing the skinhead as the locality’s token barnet. Gone fishing anyone? FEBRUARY: Sarah Waters’ new novel The Nightwatch is released to critical acclaim, with hardback copies selling faster than baby iPods. The story documented a 1940s romance in wartime London. AUGUST: At the MTV Awards Britney snogs Madonna who then snogs Christina onstage, creating a dykey domino effect. Media frenzy ensues. SEPTEMBER: Oscar-winning Monster is released on the big screen. Charlize Theron plays lesbian serial-killer Aileen Wuornos with Christina Ricci co-starring as her persecuted lover. OCTOBER: Alex Parks wins Fame Academy and subsequently releases her debut single Maybe That’s What It Takes. DECEMBER 2005 The Civil Partnership Act was greeted with elation throughout the LGBT community, enabling same-sex couples to have their union legally acknowledged, enabling equality on matters such as pension provision and inheritance. 2004 JULY: Channel 4’s adaptation of Sugar Rush, written by Julie Burchill, was another late-night smash, illustrating the hardships of teenage lesbian infatuation. DECEMBER: Eastenders’ Sonia Fowler and best bud Naomi Julien have a wee smooch, pulling at the gag reflexes of the nation. 2005 5555 2006 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO US! To celebrate our fifth year,g3 is teaming up with the super girl-promoters from Lounge at Teatro. We will be holding the social event of the year on Thursday 6 April, so put it in your diary, phone or Palm pilot. With drinks promos aplenty and lots of savvy, sassy chicks, what better way to lighten up those April showers! PARTY BONANZA! PARTY BONANZA! 2003 p8-9 Ed1 g3 is 5!! 25/2/06 11:00 Page 9
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- 11. Jennifer Kilchenmann sitsdown for g3 with the beautifully frank British star. Lena is one of Britain’s most talented actresses, yet somehow it’s best kept secret. “Maybe, when I was younger, I didn’t go for it as much as some. I was more interested in living my life and figured I’d make it in my own way!” She fell into the profession in her late teens, after being “discovered” performing in a school play at the National Theatre. She has since acted in over 30 films and a number of TV shows. Director of Imagine Me & You, Ol Parker, recently said of Headey: “She’s beautiful, truthful and hilarious, without vanity or affectation, exceptionally clever.” Based on this meeting, I couldn’t agree more. What makes Lena stand out is her instinctive approach, the way she will just blend into her character with honesty and realism. The most moving role she has played to date, and one that Lena herself is still passionate about, is that of Kaisa in Aberdeen. “I’m still upset Aberdeen was never released in the UK. I think I’m probably most proud of that. It was an awesome experience.” Amidst much excitement, March 31st sees the release of Imagine Me & You, a lovely Brit rom-com all about love at first sight. This is a movie dear to Lena’s heart: “Everyone in it is just so lovely. I hadn’t felt that way about a project in a long time.” Ol Parker has managed to blend romance, realism and comedy into one film. He’s also been very lucky with his two leading ladies who have incredible on screen chemistry. Headey and Perabo met on the set of The Cave, a movie that both would prefer to forget about. Lena fondly remembers how she and Piper grew their friendship out of a necessary bond on “a pretty awful and wet shoot in Romania”. She confesses feeling lost when Piper had to leave the set before her. “It was the longest two weeks. I was so pissed with her!” Lena has learned her lesson about working on big, generally male-centered productions. In reference to The Brothers Grimm she admits: “I’d rather stick an arrow through myself than go through that again! It was like a relationship where you know you’re not wanted!” As Lena slurps through a rather green health-fest of a soup, she tells me about going to casting calls in LA. “There’s always these really beautiful women lined up outside. And I’m like – oh my god I feel like the biggest tomboy in the world!” To be fair, she is a little tomboyish, I mean would these LA chicks take up boxing? “I went through a phase where I used to go pretty much every day! At one point I did think – Fuck, if it all goes tits up, I’ll be boxing my face in the ring! Maybe I’ll get more roles!” she jokes. Apart from being a boxer, she’s pondered the idea of being a doctor. “I thought, I’ve still got time. I could do something more useful for the world. But then I’m lazy, and that’s a proper job!” As the PR woman approaches the table I manage to get my last question in (for all of you who have now fallen in love with her). “So Lena,” I say, “any chance of ever falling for a woman?” A smile brightens across her face. “I would never say – never. I mean, it probably happened to me a few times...” Sorry girls, that’s lingo for I’m straight, but you’ve got to love her for keeping the door open, right. It’s a crisp, sunny morning in chic and fashionable Marylebone High Street. I am meeting Lena Headey, star of this month’s lesbian love-fest Imagine Me & You, in the healthy Aveda café. She greets me with a killer smile and a truly honest and firm handshake. Lena explains she recently got back from a trip to India and a series of press junkets in New York. Noticing her sun-kissed skin, and in true Brit fashion, our conversation begins with the weather, and how bloody freezing it is. “I was quite open to the idea of wrapping up a bit,” she says. “But now I’m over it.” HONESTLY LENA HEADEY MARCH 2006 g3 11 “I feel like the biggest tomboy in the world!” Above (all pics): Lena Headey and Piper Perabo in Imagine Me & You ***NEWSFLASH*** Headey to the rescue: Lena’s been cast as Penny, a single city-girl superhero in a US TV show called Ultra. Bring on the wardrobe! p10-13 Ed2 Lena/Piper 25/2/06 10:58 Page 11
- 12. 12 g3 MARCH2006 Q: What attracted you to Imagine Me & You? A: I really loved the script. The dialogue is so natural and quirky. I begged and pleaded to have the part! It’s progressive in that there is no hemming and hawing about “Does this make me gay?” We can just move on to the love and the story. Q: Do you think if Hollywood had made this film it would be different? A: In a Hollywood romantic comedy, the person you’re leaving behind is always slightly villainous. It’s so obvious to the audience who you should be with, that’s what is interesting and not Hollywood about it. Q: Was it a conscious decision to take on another lesbian role after playing Pauline in Lost & Delerious? A: Plain luck. I found two really well written characters, they happen to be lesbians... I didn’t care who they slept with. Q: How scared were you about getting your British accent right? A: It was frightening. Because if you fuck it up in a British film and they could have cast a number of genius British actresses, you look like an ass! 30 SECONDS WITH PIPER PERABO Lena’s partner in crime speaks up. As Pauline Oster in Lost & Delerious (2001)As Violet in Coyote Ugly (2000) p10-13 Ed2 Lena/Piper 24/2/06 21:51 Page 12
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- 14. The acid testfor anyone who thinks we’ve already achieved equality is to take a look around the real world. Stonewall’s recently published investi- gation into healthcare for lesbians in Brighton revealed that they were 20% less likely than straight women to have had a smear test. We uncovered a catalogue of disgraceful cases of poor treatment and widespread anxiety about sharing personal details with a GP. That’s hardly surprising given that, until our recently secured changes in the Equality Bill, GPs could strike off patients they didn’t like just because they were lesbian or gay. Sadly, if that’s true in a city like Brighton, things are almost certainly much worse elsewhere. We know from bitter experience that trying to change the law is very tough indeed. But changing the world is harder still. The NHS was set up to be free at the point of need to every single person in Britain. Not just to some people. We’re determined to make that vision a reality. Richard Littlejohn, the roly-poly veteran Sun columnist, has just returned to the pages of the Daily Mail. But Littlejohn’s firsteffortsinhisnewstableseemalittle lacklustre. Could the veteran gay- botherer be losing his touch? Only a coupleofyearsagooneofmycolleagues counted the number of references in Littlejohn’s columns to homosexuality. During the preceding 12 months he had referred to “gays” 24 times, “homosex- uals” 17 times, 15 times to cottaging, seventimestorentboys,sixtolesbians, six times to being “homophobic” and four times to “homophobia”. There were also two sneers at “poovery” and one to buggery. Any other newspaper columnist who referred 82 times in 90 columns to one particular subject might be thought to have an unhealthy obsession. Who knows what spurs Littlejohn on? Ben Summerskill is Chief Executive of Stonewall: www.stonewall.org.uk PARKS’ DEAL DRIES UP Outraged viewers have inundated the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) with protests over an ad showing a lesbian kiss. More than 50 people ThevalueofthePinkPoundwasrecently revealed, estimating that Britain’s three million-strong LGBT community earned around£70billionlastyear.Wesplashed outmorethan£3billionontourism,£1.9 billiononclothesand£1billiononmobile phonebills.Drawnupbymarketresearch firm Out Now Consulting for Gay Times and Diva magazines, the study was the first to include both lesbians and gay men. Spokesman Ian Johnson said: “The gay market is big business.” complained about the French Connection advert, mostly about the kiss and its ‘sexual’ nature. The advert shows two women Kung-Fu fighting while wet, then kissing before headbutting each other. According to press reports, viewers have said the advert is “offensive in its sexual nature” despite only being shown after the 9pm watershed. Although the ASA will rule on whether the advert breached guidelines in the coming weeks, it has recently shown support for same-sex displays of affection. The advert is part of the High Street giant’s attempts to redefine itself. In the pink Killers in custody What the FCUK? Two men appeared in court on January 21 charged with the murder of gay bar manager Jody Dobrowski on Clapham Common last year. Unemployed Thomas Pickford and decorator Scott Walker have denied murdering the 24-year-old last October. Pickford, 25, and Walker, 33, appeared at the Old Bailey by video link and were remanded in custody. Their trial will begin on 12 June 2006. Dobrowski was found unconscious in the early hours of the 15 October, after sufferinghead,neckandfacialinjuriesin a homophobic attack. He later died of his injuriesandwassobadlybeatenthathis family did not recognise him. Police believe that Dobrowski’s assailants may haveverballyabusedawomaninanearby street 15 minutes prior to the murder. DobrowskiwasassistantmanageratBar RisaJongleursinCamden,northLondon. newsg3news BEN’S BIT Former Fame Academy winner Alex Parks has blamed the media for poor sales after parting company with her record label, Polydor. Parks, 21, from Mount Hawke near Truro, has released two albums since winning reality TV show Fame Academy in 2003. Maybe That’s What It Takes, her first single, reached number three in the charts. The track was an anthemic piano ballad showcasing her haunting, far-reaching voice. However, her last album Honesty onlyclimbedtoadisappointingnumber 24. The first single Looking For Water alsomadeasmallersplashthanexpected. She said: “I’ve had almost no support from the media – hardly any coverage on the radio and TV or in the press.” Parks thanked Polydor on her website, but admitted: “It wasn’t really working for me or for them. A lot of you have asked if I’m disappointed with the way my record releases have gone and of course I am.” She didn’t understand why the media had apparently ignored Clapham Common Murdered: Jody Dobrowski An ‘outrageous’ French Connection her: “Whether that’s becausetheydon’tlike mymusic,ortheydon’t like me, or maybe because I came from a reality TV programme – I don’t know.” “All I want to do now is to develop my writing and recording and hope that every record I make will be better than the last. I’m going to take a break to work out the next step. There are a few offers but I really want to get it right this time! I promise that you will be the first to know my new plans.” Her father Stephen told BBC News: “She feels that Polydor was not the right company for her. They are a big label and need big sales.” He said she would be a looking for a deal with a smaller label. “She would be better off with an independent label. Alex never wanted to be famous. She just wanted to do the stuff she wanted to do.” www.alexparksofficial.com Inspired by the success of gay cowboy flick Brokeback Mountain, Pitt is said to be after a more challenging role that appeals to both men and women. “He wants it to be a story that appeals to both sexes and he wants it to be the edgiest work he’s done,” says an insider. “He’s seen the critical acclaim that Brokeback Mountain has won and wants a piece of it.” Left: Pitt wants a gay romp Do you have a news story that needs to be heard? If so, drop us an email to: press@g3magazine.co.uk Brad breaks tradition 14 g3 MARCH 2006 Alex Parks takes time out to ponder new possibilities p14-17 News/Revs 24/2/06 18:42 Page 14
- 15. g3 is fiveyears old this month and we’re learning to read and can nearly spell! We went to chat with the girls in the know, from the Candy Bar, the Friendly Society, and the Star At Night, to see what they liked best about everyone’s favourite freebie! Kay, 25, Candy Bar manager “I liked ‘bar wench’, bring it back, the girls love it! It’s such a small community, it’s fun to search for faces we know! Jess, 23, accountant “I love it for all the info it provides, and the cool little articles. I use it to help decide where to go, and it’s free too! Bargain! Kerry, 29, graphic designer “I like searching through the scene pictures, so I can see people that I recognise – happy birthday g3!” Carly 23, hairdresser “It really covers everything, and gives you a regular idea of where all the best nights are. And I like the original articles.” Kay, 30, student “I like the editorials the best, and because it’s free, you can just pick it up in the bar, and have a good read before the night kicks off.” VVOOXXPPOOPP::OurBirthdaybest… Kay Kerry Jess Carly Lesbian tennis star Amelie Mauresmo has bagged her first Grand Slam title, beating Belgian Justine Henin- Hardenne at the Australian Open. The French tennis player, who came out in 1999 during the Australian Open, took the first set 6-1 and was leading 2-0 in the second when Henin-Hardenne complained of stomach pains and was forced to retire from the match. Henin-Hardenne was later diagnosed as having a gastrointestinal illness. Mauresmo said: “It’s been such a long time, and yet I still don’t know what to say. All the people that still believed in me, after seven years. Not only myself, but also people who were working with me, believed me and pushed me, even when I was down. Maybe we found the way.” Amelie finally clinches victory in Grand Slam Mauressmo bags her first Grand Slam What women want Making babies? Lisa Snowdon has admitted having a crush on a girl while at school. She ogled a fellow classmate but never confessed her guilty secret. She said: “I can appreciate other women’s bodies and beauty. When I was younger I probably had a crush on a girl, but back when I was very, very young.” Despite growing out of her lesbian tendencies, Snowdon, who last year split from boyfriend George Clooney, admits she fancies actress Halle Berry and Madonna. Left: No bump showing yet for Hurley Kay MARCH 2006 g3 15 Model and actress Elizabeth Hurley is rumoured to be pregnant with her second child after she was seen leaving an antenatalclinicinLondon’sHarleyStreet.Whenaskedifshewas expecting,Hurley’sagentsreplied,“Nocomment.”TheEstéeLauder beautyhasbeendatingIndianbusinessmanArunNayarforthree years. Hollywood producer Steve Bing fathered her first child. p14-17 News/Revs 24/2/06 18:42 Page 15
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- 17. Album: SoJorn –When The Lights Go Down (Progressive Global Records) Sojorn are Hunter Williams and vocalist Jennifer Morrison. The album is a mix of funky break beats and house influenced tunes. Tinged with Latin rhythms, this is quite a light album with nothing too taxing or demanding. With summer coming it’s a good one for the car, or the beach. It’s classy in a way that a nightclub is classy-shiny and polished, but in all honesty, there is nothing really new going on here. Lyrically uninspiring, yet pleasant in a way that will please trendy people with a head for chilled hypnotic programmed sounds. 555 Release date: early April music>> film>> music>> lea andrews film/DVD>> jennifer kilchenmann ]] MARCH 2006 g3 17 Album: The Little Willies – The Little Willies (Milking Bull Records) Alert! Bad band name alert! Do NOT let this put you off. This is bloody brilliant, but you have to like jazz and country a little to get into it. Imagine Norah Jones infused with a bit of life and a whole lot chirpier. Voila! She has! This five-piece consists of Ms Jones herself, and four friends from pretty much all over America. They all missed old school classic American music, and set up this band to meet up and jam down at The Living Room, a cool Lower East Side club in NYC. So there you have it, a real band, with a real desire to play really good music. You can hear the love of the music the second you put the CD on. This is fantastic. Have it! 5555 Release date: March 6 Album: Breaks Co-Op – The Sound Inside (Parlaphone) You may not have heard of Breaks Co-Op yet, but you may be familiar with one ofitsthreemembers, Zane Lowe. He formed the band with fellow new Zealander Hamish Clark in the mid 1990s and released an album. Zane has since become a hugely successful DJ (currently at Radio One) and an MTV presenter. Breaks Co-Op’s second album was released last year in New Zealand, to enormous acclaim – they scooped a gold disc, a single of the year and were top of the 2005 airplay charts. The album is very beautiful, and well worth getting into. It falls into a style that happily avoids any particular genre. Influenced by Marvin Gaye, and more obscure acts like Tortoise and Sebadoh, the melodies and break beats create a sexy satisfying piece. If you want something a bit different, but still palatable, go get it. Cinema: Basic Instinct 2 Sharon Stone is back as the ultra-vixen Catherin Tramell. She’s ditched the ice-picker in favour of a new killer of a toy. Expect the usual amount of sex, bisexuality, some decent car chasing, some mind-fucking and all that in dear old London town! Who knew our city was so ferocious. 555 Out: March 24 Cinema: Transamerica Nominated for an Oscar and recently picking up the Best Actress Golden Globe, Desperate Housewives’ Felicity Huffman stars as a pre-op male-to-female who undertakes an unexpected journey when she learns that she is the father to a teenage son in a fix ofhisown.IndieUSmoviesshowing that once again they know how to convey powerful stories much better than big budget studios. Tissues at the ready. 5555 Out: March 31 DVD: The Brothers Grimm This shoot was so unpleasant that it made Lena Headey – who stars here as a chick who can skin rabbits and kiss toads – doubt whether she still wanted to be in the movie business. The Brothers Grimm is directed by Terry Gilliam (12 Monkeys) and features Matt Damon and Heath Ledger as two con brothers lookingforadventure.Theyneedallthe courage theycanget,andaspotoffemalehelp(Headey), when they arrive in a village under the spell of an enchanted forest. It ain’t great but it has moments. Alcohol at the ready, it might help! 55 Out: March 13 Album: Lise Westzynthius – Rock, You Can Fly (One Little Indian) Lise W (can we call her that?) has been celebrated in her native Denmark for a few years now and rightly so. Brought up on Chopin and Brahms, she began singing in chamber choirs, and worked as a church soprano while also studying contemporary music. This mix of influences works emphatically on this stirring album. When listening, I felt as though the Cocteau Twins had returned and made a modern day album with more to look back on. Produced by legendary Englishman Ian Caple (Kate Bush, Tricky, Ryan Adams) the album has got a particular stamp of excellence that will make its ascension guaranteed. 5555 Release date: out now music 5555 Release date: March 27 DVD: HEX Season 2 After the corking cliffhanger of Season 1, Cassie and Thelma are back. Azazeal is still up to no good and things aren’t looking too sunny for our heroine. On the brighter side though, our only long-running lesbian character on British TV – Thelma (the excellent Jemima Roper) – gets more lines, more comedy moments, just more, more, more! It’s pure entertainment, with a fantastic script. 5555 Out: March 6 /film/dvd/ Basic Instinct 2 Transamerica The Brothers Grimm p14-17 News/Revs 24/2/06 18:44 Page 17
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- 19. 4 1 Music: Xfm Local heroestake to the airwaves as Xfm Manchester goes live. Launching the new station at 8am will be the jewel in the crown of that line-up, Paul Tonkinson, hosting the popular Breakfast Show. He says: “Xfm is hitting Manchester and I can’t wait. I am made up to be bringing this radio station to one of the best cities in the world and am honoured to be hosting the breakfast show.” Confirmed DJs also include Tony Wilson and Andy Rourke. Tune into 97.7FM on 15 March 2006 or www.xfmmanchester.com for further info. Exhibition: Battling for a Place in History Opening at Discovery Museum in Newcastle upon Tyne this month, this exhibition is part of a project to affirm gay people’s place in the history of the North East. By coincidence the exhibition coincides with a recent survey published on the BBC’s website stating that the North East is the least gay place in England and Wales. The museum has worked with the Our Place in History project group from the LBGT community to reveal this hidden archived history. Battling for a Place in History @ Discovery Museum, Blandford Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4JA. Until March 5. Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 2pm to 5pm. FREE. www.twmuseum.org.uk/discovery Discovery Museum, Newcastle Paul Tonkinson 3 Comedy: Funny Women In a campaign to end violence against women, the Funny Women stand-up show is now an official fixture in the diary of essential events during International Women’s Day. Box office proceeds will be donated to the charity V-Day: Until the Violence Stops, which campaigns to end hostility against women. The final line-up (TBC) will be hosted by the fabulous Jo Caulfield and includes Sandi Toksvig, Janey Godley and the winner of the 2005 Funny Women Awards Debra Jane Appelby. Funny women @ Café Royal, Regent Street, London, W1. 8 March. Tickets cost £20 and include a drinks reception courtesy of Turner Road Wine. 0870 163 3408 or www.funnywomen.com or www.ticketmaster.co.uk. MARCH 2006 g3 19 2 Art: Vox Pop Vox Pop presents the work of 50 leading and award winning illustrators based worldwide who are promoted by début art. Each artist was asked to produce a new piece of work in response to a broad Vox Pop brief, namely to depict how they see their role as an illustrator in society. The artists exhibiting include Tim Ashton, Andy Baker and Barbara Bellingham. Vox Pop @ Coningsby Gallery, 30 Tottenham Street, London W1T 4RJ. Until 9 March. Monday to Friday 10am to 6pm. 020 76361064 or info@debutart.com Sarah Howell – Alex Cartana Single Matt Darford – Rolling Stone Magazine James Carey – Sean Penn for Carlos magazine Sophie Toulouse – personal piece p18-21 Prev/Prof/Slez 24/2/06 18:49 Page 19
- 20. Lucy Zoe Team Slez: Lucy, Brunette,21, Baron von Butch Zoe, Blonde, 26, Baroness von Bitch Definition: A cunning amalgamation of ‘sleazy’ and ‘lesbian’... the anti-suitcase lesbo brigade. This month: Lucy talks about her influence on her new flatmates’ love choices… 20 Profile PPrrooffiilleeBeverley Knight To read the complete interview with Beverley Knight, visit www.g3mag.co.uk Voice: The Best of BEVERLEY KNIGHT is out on March 20. As she prepares to release her long-awaited Greatest Hits collection, the UK’s most talented and enduring soul queen talks to g3 about homophobia in the music industry and why there’s more to her than meets the eye. Anna Nathanson finds out more. Despite the fact that you’ve been in the industry for over ten years, you’ve never become commercial to the point of losing credibility. Was this a conscious decision? It just worked out that way, and it’s the nature of what I do. My sound is not so mainstream-friendly that it’s in danger of becoming a mass pop thing. I don’t think it’s ever been that way. I’m completely happy with that. If I do become a bigger name than I am, I think I’ll always have one foot in the very well-known world and one in muso land. You’ve spoken out quite heavily against homophobia in music... Last year I was very vocal in wanting some of the dancehall artists to frankly shut the fuck up. But when I defended the LGBT community, I couldn’t believe the amount of stick I got! Most of the hostility came from the black media; they thought I was attacking black culture. People would say ‘It’s because her partner’s white, that’s why she thinks that way!’ But I had to take a stand against homophobia; I wouldn’t have been able to live with myself if I hadn’t. Particularly in the black community, people have such a tough time coming out. In Jamaica, being homosexual is against the law. That’s bullshit. People are under enough pressure without artists saying they should be hung from trees. How do you feel about having such a large lesbian fan base? I love it, I want more! It’s wonderful, if my music can translate through different ages, races, sexualities and cultures. It shows that real people get what I’m on about. I’ve always been completely comfortable in my own skin, so I embrace it. • When I moved to Scotland for University, I was placed in a flat with three other girls who were, for want of a better word, straight. Don’t get me wrong, they are fab friends and great company - they just love the cock! Or at least so I thought! On a trip to London, I took them along to my favourite gay London venues. On Saturday night we ended up at Club Motherfucker. After downing a few pints of cider and some sambuca shots, we began carving up the dance floor in typical drunk student fashion. All three of my flatmates were having a wild time and I decided it would be safe to leave them for a few minutes while I popped to the loo. On my return, I couldn’t believe my eyes! They were all making out with luscious lesbians. I spent the remaining 45 minutes of the night chatting to friends as my flatmates continued to get down and dirty with their same-sexconquests and, as the timecame to go home, I realisedthese girls were coming back too! Yes, it’s true; myinfluence had got my flatmates batting for ourteam. I didn’t know whether to laugh with joy orcry that I was the only one sleeping alone thatnight. The following morning, there weresome terrible hangovers and sheepishfaces, but back at University the girlsconfessed that they loved every minute.Although they still like a bit ofcock action, we are now known as the dyke flat! – Slez out OutonthetownwithTeamSlez! • • • • p18-21 Prev/Prof/Slez 24/2/06 18:53 Page 20
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- 22. Rebel Ifeel much thesame about gay marriage as I do about my mother’s cooking. Within the family it is generally and heartily agreed to be inedible, but woe betide any outsider who dare criticise it. Likewise, if I were writing this article for a more mainstream publication, I would defend civil partnership to the hilt and mean it – but here, among friends, I’m a lot more likely to pick on its weak points. To straight sceptics, I insist thatwehomosexualswillsalvagetheir dwindling marriage statistics; to fellow queers I joke that we’ll be just as much of a boost to divorce figures. Obviously, I’m fully in favour of legal equality and think that civil partnerships are an unadulteratedly marvellous idea, since they give us the best of both worlds – all the legal perks; none of the religious guilt – but I’m sure I’m not alone in having one or two personal regrets. The fact is, this is not only a big step forward, but also a big step further into the clutches of The Establishment. One of the things I love about dating women is that there’s no clear path that the relationship has to follow. We all, of course, have our patterns and bad habits, but these are nothing like as entrenched as they are for poor old heterosexuals. In my pre-enlightenment days, every single man I dated mentioned marriage and babies within the first two weeks. So far, none of my girlfriends has done so, and I find this most refreshing. People bring numerous expectations to a relationship, but for lesbians they tend to be more personal (‘Is she The One?’ or ‘When shall I move in?’) than social (‘Should I keep my own surname?’ or ‘What sort of veil shall I wear?’). But now marriage is all the rage, women’s magazines are queuing up to book ‘Hers’n’Hers’ wedding features, fertility clinics are full of lesbian couples and suddenly there’s just as much pressure on me as there is on my straight friends – if not more. I never quite fancied marriage, even when I thought I was straight. Quite frankly, I don’t see the point. If I fall in love with someone and want to share my life with them, the thing I’d most want to do is set up home and live happily ever after, not dress up and sign bits of paper. Perhaps after ten years or so we’d set up a civil partnership, alongside our joint bank account, just to keep things tidy, but honestly, it would mean a lot less to me than having someone to share the cooking and borrow underwear from. Like many of my contemporaries, I am cursed with the millstone of ex-hippy parents. They tend to be lovingly liberal and understanding, but they are exceedingly difficult to out-do, and out-doing them is necessary, unless one wishes to end up like Ab Fab’s Saffy. I spent most of my teenage years trying and failing to party as hard, drink as much, stay up as late and grow as much dope as my parents, but withlesbianism,Ireally thought I was onto something – here, at last, was an enjoyable, sustainable, alternative lifestyle that neither of them could claim to have done first. But now, if I’m not careful, I’ll end up married, with a mortgage, a couple of kids and no sex-life to speak of, by the time I’m in my 30s – and then I’ll be no different fromseveralmillionother foundering middle-class idealists. Gay marriage is by no means undermining thesanctityofmarriage – but it is making social rebellion more and more elusive. In fact, now the only way I think I can truly rebel is by remaining resolutely unmarried for the rest of my days. Rebel Without ApplauseEmily Chappell explains why she is jumping off the bandwagon. “TheonlywayIthinkIcantrulyrebelisbyremaining resolutelyunmarriedfortherestofmydays.” L: Julia Sawalha as Saffy in Ab Fab (alongside Jennifer Saunders as her mother, Edina) 22 g3 MARCH 2006 p22-23 Ed3 Rebel 24/2/06 19:01 Page 22
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- 24. Keeping Watch 24 g3MARCH 2006 g3: Why did you choose to move your setting from the Victorian era to the 1940s? SW: Well, basically I wanted a change and another challenge. I’ve done a lot on the Victorian period and I was anxious not to get stuck. I wanted to adapt my writing style and voice. There is something about the 1940s that was restricted under the surface. The historical research took me a while. It took four years from my initial research to the final copy. I had the best and worst of times, there were some awful points where I felt very depressed. There was a lot of publicity involved in the promotion of Fingersmith, and although I do quite enjoy PR, it can be frustrating when I want to write. g3: In your opinion, why does war do strange and capricious things to people? SW: War had an extraordinary effect on London and Britain. It really shook up the class system and gender relations. Women had more responsibility then ever before. Above all, ordinary life was suspended. Anything could happen and it was most liberating! As for the gay and lesbian community, war was a great facilitator. People must have felt like it’s now or never. Maybe lesbianism was rife – I’m not sure. There were so many young single women spread out, so maybe they were more susceptible to feminine wiles. g3: Have you intentionally hoped to bring lesbianism into mainstream British culture and media? SW: No, it wasn’t my desired agenda. I never expected my novels to be so successful. Tipping the Velvet was quite heavily focused around lesbian characters. I used to read a lot of women’s press before I begun writing. I like my books to reflect what I would read myself. I am a lesbian so it is perfectly natural for me to write about lesbians. g3: What are your three favourite London locations and why? SW: 1. South Bank – It’s always so romantic to have a city with a river. The South Bank allows you to think of the age of the city and the bustle of London’s traffic. Of course you have the National Film Theatre and the National Theatre, plus plenty of second-hand bookshops too. 2. Hampstead Heath women’s pond – I haven’t been there in a while as it’s a schlep from South London (Sarah is currently based in Kennington). It’s wonderful just to take in the views. There are still undiscovered bits of the heath that I’m yet to explore. It would be sad if I knew the whole park like the back of my hand. 3. St James’s Park – Just because it’s so central and there is a nice mix of people. The size is just right. F rom the remnants of an era overcast by war, hardship and suffering of insurmountable proportions, the 1940s sparked the emergence of a tangible sense of liberality and freedom that ‘ordinary people’ had never before experienced. Booker Prize Finalist Sarah Waters, whose previous works were set in Victorian England (Fingersmith, Affinity and Tipping the Velvet), plunges into a very different Blitz-ravaged epoch, creating another historical novel capturing the characters with her signature intimacy and understanding. The novel begins in London in 1947 and careers through air raids, blacked-out streets and illicit sexual liaisons to conclude with its final episode in 1941. The Night Watch vividly recounts the story of four Londoners locked in a complicated matrix of closeness. Androgynous, demure Kay drove a “night watch” ambulance in the Blitz and has been traumatised by what she witnessed. Then there is ‘onion-faced’ Helen, whose mystery novelist girlfriend Julia may or may not be having an affair. Helen’s work colleague, Viv, has a married military lover Reggie who won’t leave his wife for her. Finally Waters’ introduces fey Duncan, who holds a dark secret from his past. Jo Webber chats to the author. Keeping Watch “I like my books to reflect what I would r The South Bank Hampstead Heath St. James’s Park p24-5 Ed4 S.Waters 24/2/06 19:10 Page 24
- 25. MARCH 2006 g325 g3: What do you think is the most over-rated book of all time? SW: The Bible g3: What do you think about the advent of civil partnerships? SW: I think it’s fantastic for gay activism. This piece of legislation is something that you couldn’t have imagined even 10 or 20 years ago. In terms of my own per- sonal relationship, I’ve been with my girlfriend Lucy (Vaughan) for four years and we feel utterly committed to one another and are completely monogamous. Although I wouldn’t consider civil partnership in the foreseeable future, we’re not ruling it out. Lucy is younger than me (34), so if we both decide to make a com- mitment, we’ll see what happens. g3: What are your upcoming plans? SW: Well I’ve got a tour beginning in Britain, then I travel to New Zealand, Australia and the US. We’re going to be visiting 13 cities within two or three weeks, but no tour bus unfortunately! For details of upcoming appearances by Sarah visit her UK publisher Virago at www.virago.co.uk/virago/news/author.asp www.sarahwaters.com The Night Watch is available in all good book shops priced £16.99. To read the rest of this exclusive interview, check out www.g3mag.co.uk d read myself.” p24-5 Ed4 S.Waters 24/2/06 19:06 Page 25
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- 27. Inside s Reviews [29] sDJ Quickie [33] s Style [34] s Nights Out [36] s Boozer Guide [44] s Community [46] s London / s South / s Nor th / s Central S c e n e 0 3 : 0 6 Smack: Gangsters & Molls Party @ Egg Friday 27 January Egg, York Way, King’s Cross, London N1 MARCH 2006 g3 27 Scene Guide Knowing you’ve got a good smack coming, in this case was something to look forward to with three floors of music to suit the taste of every moll and her gangst-her. Egg was on shell-cracking form as the venue filled with lovely ladies (and a good few from Brighton too I noticed) along with several cute boys. With De Kutt and crew cutting it up electro-wise in the middle room; sandwiched between King K and the funky house French Kiss females in the main room; and the Cock DJs Yr Mum & Yr Dad and random poetry readings in the top floor. For the second Friday in a row here I was in Egg again with the courtyard seeming to feel more like my front garden, it’s so familiar. Arms in the air as the music played into the night and anyone with enough energy to rise to the occasion was treated to the special afterparty tunes of Trade/Fiction DJ Fat Tony’s afterparty. Roll on the Morning Glory. Reviewed by Jamie Norman All photos by Jamie Norman, except top right pics 1 and 2 by Cleo Leng NEXT SMACK EVENT: ‘Smackback Mountain’ Friday 31st March p26-33 Scene guide 24/2/06 21:23 Page 27
- 28. Blackeyed @ Ghetto Monday30 January 5 Falconberg Court (behind the Astoria), London W1 A new night has come to the Ghetto, promising to be the darker side of Redeye. It was definitely found at Blackeyed. DJs Metalchick, guest DJ Simon Price and Gang brought music that touched the darker side of the 80s with a couple of songs by Marilyn Manson alongside industrial and goth rock. There was a slight gotharama vibe, but the people looked pretty, the alcohol was cheap and the energy and vibe was fantastic. Free goth makeovers were also provided. It’snicetoseeanight thatreally is alternative and new and I would definitely recommend it again. It runs whenever there is a 5th Monday in the month (on that Monday), so rock on down. Reviewed by Cleo Leng Eats: The Quality Chop House, 94 Farringdon Rd, London EC1R 3ER Food & Drink 8/10 An impressive menu boasting hearty British cuisine with an ‘eloquent twist’. Munch on a selection of breads and anchovy butter while you wait for your meal. The starters comprise of eels, snails, potted shrimp and caviar for the adventurous or very rich. The mains offer a selection of traditional British foodfrom bangers and mash to ‘London’s noted salmon fish cake’. The honey and mustard glazedchickenwithcreamsweet corn is particularly good. The scrummy deserts include chocolate fondant and the raspberry sorbet is highly recommended. Atmosphere 6/10 The restaurant has maintained its original Victorian features. Its black and white chequered floor, oak table and pews gives it a shabby chic feel. Beware for long sittings though, the pews can be awkward if you’ve had a few vinos! Reviewed by Leilah Toogood Rating: 5555 Price rating: £££ (Mains from £7-20) Telephone: 020 7837 5093 www.qualitychophouse.co.uk Taste: Totally Turkish Delight – liquid version and very alcoholic too! Audience: Any Candy girl with a taste for something sweet! Situation: Definitely ‘a girl’s night out to get the party started’ shot! Tip: There is a secret ingredient that only Candy Bar staff knows – so you have to come to the bar where it was invented to treat yourself! Candy Bar, the UK’s original full-time Girl’s Bar and also now the first women’s venue with a licence to strip, opened its doors to the lesbian nation in October 1996. The venue’s impact has been undeniably crucial to the development of a vibrant social scene for gay girls and their friends in central London. And.. it’s giving away free entry to g3 VIP Card holders! www.thecandybar.co.uk Cocktail: Turkish Delight out & about reviews >>Drinks: Candy Bar 4 Carlisle St., Soho, London W1 28 g3 MARCH 2006 PhotosbyCleoLeng p26-33 Scene guide 24/2/06 21:16 Page 28
- 29. Lipstick @ CCClub Thursday 9 February 13 Coventry Street, London W1D 7DH “Los Angeles glamour comes to London,” claims the website and it’s true, this night certainly is more glamorous than many others. Located in the heart of Leicester Square, CC Club is a nightclub decorated with oak, glass and leather that give it an elegant, trendy feel. There is a large dance area in the main room, with a separate members’ bar called Bar M, serving champagne only. The night came complete with bunny girls and attracted a multitude of power lesbians, with music pumping out R ‘n’ B before veering towards House and Old Skool. The next dates are scheduled for March 2 and March 31. Doors open @ 9pm-3.30pm with entry priced at £8 before 10.30pm and £10 thereafter. Saunter your way down to the next event ladies! www.lipsticknightclub.co.uk Reviewed by Luanna Coburn Goodnight Sweetheart @ Southopia Tuesday 14 January 146-8 Newington Butts, Kennington, London SE1 4RN A fabulously decadent evening of fun: Flappers, Charleston Girls, Top- hatted hedonists, pleasure-seeking Bright Young Things... the most welcoming and friendly ladies I’ve met in a long time. Resembling a salon à la Natalie Barney, ‘twas like a fairytale imagination of Lesbo History times past – Vita snogged Virginia, Marlene tap-danced and flashed her breasts (Velcro came undone in a frenzied Charleston!), Lindy-hop tutor Julie gave explicitly lurid instructions as to where legs and other body parts should go! Cupid Karen flew around delivering love trysts, Jolly hand-bagged campère Sue of the Goblet chivvyed things along and we were treated to the fabulous voice of one of the best show divas around, the wonderful Ruby King. The whole evening was rounded off with a Charity Auction. A truly original benefit evening, in aid of Multiple Sclerosis. Reviewed by Vivien Renée For more info on MS visit www.mstrust.org.uk MARCH 2006 g3 29 GoodnightSweetheartpics©vivacious2006 To read the full review visit www.g3mag.co.uk p26-33 Scene guide 24/2/06 21:17 Page 29
- 30. 30 g3 MARCH2006 your city Newcastle >> This is the gay scene version of a local pub, with quiet music and cheap drinks. This bar is generally good for a chat and reasonably priced drinks. Cabaret features on various nights including comedy and drag. Late licence and free entry. A small bar popular with anyone who likes cheap drink and raucous cabaret. Late licence and free entry. This bar is one of the four venues owned by Trafalgar Leisure, the drinks are reasonably priced and the décor and atmosphere is generally like Wetherspoons. Normal licence and free entry. This bar is also owned by Trafalgar Leisure; it’s slightly more expensive but is decorated with fittings from an old church and makes a good place for lunch, or to have a pre-club dance and watch the cabaret such as I’m a Homosexual Get Me out of Here and Gay Idol. Late licence and free entry. This long-established gay club is open five nights a week from Thursday to Monday. Generally the club opens at 11 and shuts at 3am on a Thursday and Monday, 4am on a Friday and Saturday and 2am on a Sunday. The entry price varies, but is generally around £4/5 for students, with Saturday being £7 with a discount card from a Trafalgar Leisure bar (free card stamped when you buy a drink) or £10 without a card. Monday to Sunday nights are £1 a drink. Most nights are cheesy with just the main arena open but on Fridays and Saturdays the two other rooms (upstairs and the Zinc Bar) are opened to provide three music venues. Late licence and varied entry price. Corner of Westmorland Road and St. James’ Boulevard. The Loft is a new addition to the scene. Very popular with lesbians, it’s smaller than Powerhouse but offers more dance and R&B based music. The drinks here are reasonably priced and the entry is generally cheaper than Powerhouse. Late licence and varied entry price. Affectionately known as Geordies (people from the Tyneside region and adjacent areas of southeastern Northumberland), the North East prides itself on being the friendliest area of Britain. Newcastle Gateshead is a stylish, fashionable and vibrant city with a lively gay scene known locally as The Pink Triangle. Outlet Manager John Harrison owns four bars in the locality including The End, The Yard, Heavens Above and The Eagle. He says: “The Newcastle scene is really great for lesbians, there is something for everyone. We’re always looking to improve and expand the scene.” Browells solicitor Katherine Henderson, 43, tells g3 just why Newcastle has been so popular with couples planning to get hitched! “According to Newcastle-based superintendent registrar Lorraine Dewison, 30 ceremonies have alreadybeenconductedinNewcastle.ByDecember 5, 80 provisional bookings were made but that figure has increased. Lorraine anticipates that more will conduct their ceremonies in the summer. Newcastle is a great city to live and work in. It has a thriving arts and cultural sector and a lively gay and lesbian bar scene. The past image of Newcastle as an old fashioned industrial northern town with intolerant attitudes is completely redundant. Newcastle has a really beautiful coastline on our doorstep in Northumberland and good train links to Scotland and the other major northern cities.” Housed in a landmark industrial building on the south bank of the River Tyne in Gateshead, BALTIC is the biggest gallery of its kind in the world – presenting a dynamic, diverse and international programme of contemporary visual art. BALTIC has no permanent collection, providing instead an ever-changing calendar of exhibitions and activities that give a unique and compelling insight into contemporary artistic practice. The BALTIC programme ranges from blockbuster exhibitions to innovative new work and projects created by artists within the local community. BALTIC is a place where visitors can experience art, relax, have fun, learn and discover fresh ideas. For further information visit www.balticmill.com PRIDE ON THE TYNE Scene lowdown The Yard www.newcastlegayscene.co.uk The LoftThe Bank Twist The Baron and Baroness Gallery Powerhouse BALTIC gallery Civil Partnerships... Why Newcastle? p26-33 Scene guide 24/2/06 21:26 Page 30
- 31. >>01 Hard toBeat Hard Fi (Necessary Records) >>02 I Predict a Riot Kaiser Chiefs (B-Unique Records) >>03 Dare Gorillaz (EMI/Virgin Records) >>04 Jane Falls Down The Modern (Mercury Records) >>05 Mr Brightside The Killers (Island Records) SandraD’sTop5VinylChart>> Quickie WithSandraDInterviewedbyCleoLeng When did you get into DJing? I started going to Popstarz about seven years ago. I went to Miss Shapes when it was at Liquid Lounge. I started work- ing for Simon Hobart as a barmaid and eventually he let me play a set and then another and it kinda stuck. Does being a DJ make it easy for you to pull? I wish that myth were true. But when I’m playing, that’s what I’m concentrating on. I do get the odd girl come up to me though. Worst song you’ve had requested? Come on Eileen by Dexy’s Midnight Runners and I’m also not keen on Marc Almond. How does the gay alternative scene need to develop? Keep it new and fresh. I’d like more live PA’s at Popstarz. Miss Shapes is a great night in terms of playing with genres. Thing you love about DJing? The buzz. I still get nervous before a set sometimes but love it when the floor is packed and everyone is having fun. New nights for the scene? Definitely more nights like Redeye and Black eyed. Ghetto has recently featured guest DJs, Tairrie B of My Ruin and Simon Price of Stay Beautiful. Sandra D is lead DJ at Ghetto, Miss Shapes, the Popstarz main room and does PR for Trash Palace. www.ghetto-london.co.uk or www.popstarz.org Ghetto attracts a large variety of people, from Brian Molko, Boy George to even Will Young. It’s a diverse mix every night with something for everyone. music >> MARCH 2006 g3 31 PhotosbyCleoLeng club p26-33 Scene guide 24/2/06 21:20 Page 31
- 32. >>This month we’vegot some gorgeous women for you to ogle at, and some fancy outfits to match. Courtesy of the girls out and about on the scene – those who strive each day to seek out new things to make our hearts go woo-hoo! club >>05 Tanya (L), 34, and Roz (R), 35, Graphic Designers, Tanya: T-shirt from Camden Market, £30, Roz: Skirt, £32, tights, £8, both from Hennes,. >>04 Lori, 27, Sales Assistant, Jacket from Miss Sixty, £210. >>01 Anna, 26, Doctor, Top from Top Shop, £26. >>02 Lily, 20, Theatre design student, Hair by The Vidal Sassoon Academy. >>03 Gianna, 26, Psychologist All clothes from Top Shop. (Good thinking!) >>01 >>03 >>02 >>04 All pics by Lea Andrews 32 g3 MARCH 2006 p26-33 Scene guide 24/2/06 21:20 Page 32
- 33. >>06 Stacey, 26, Photographer, Hatfrom Two Seasons, £10, T-shirt from Rocket in Camden, £1.50, jeans by Tsubi’s, £150. >>07 Elena, 24, Works at First Out in London, Top from Women’s Secrets in Spain, £25. >>08 Sylvia, 21, Web Designer, Goggles from a market in Paris! Tattoo – “it’s make-up, so I can change it everyday!” >>08 >>07 >>06>>05 MARCH 2006 g3 33 p26-33 Scene guide 24/2/06 21:21 Page 33
- 34. London / South/ North / CentralREADER’S GUIDE>> Listings are listed by day and then by region, if you can’t find an address it’ll be in the Boozer Guide. If you’ve been to a listed event and it’s advertised incorrectly in the magazine, please let us know - g3 recommended events - ‘New Entry’ events PROMOTER’S GUIDE>> Listings must be sent by the 15th of the previous month. Listings are not guaran- teed and are to be supplied seperately from advertised copy. Please include: club/night name; venue and address; frequency and day/date; description of night - i.e. DJs, music policy etc; opening/closing times; contact/in- foline (optional), and female percentage expected. Send listings/pics, e: bars@g3magazine.co.uk; f: 020 7272 0092; by post to the usual address. Monday 1st:6thMarch 2nd:13thMarch 3rd:20thMarch last:27thMarch London Films 4 Free @ Glass Bar, 190 Euston Rd, Euston NW1. 020 7387 6184: Women and lesbian films, upstairs bar. From 8pm. £1 donation. F:100% Happy Mondays @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington: Free Pool, cheap drinks. 9pm-2am. FREE. F:95% Manic Mondays @ Trash Palace, 11 Wardour St, Soho. www.trashpalace. co.uk. 07956 549246: Pop-indie-lectro tunes. 6pm-3am. FREE. F:50% Musical Mondays @ The Green, 74 Upper Street, Islington. 020 7226 8895: Sean Pol, a well-known musician on the scene, will be on the piano playing a fabulous mix of showtunes and pop classics. £FREE. F:50% Revival @ Candy Bar, Carlisle St, Soho. 0207 494 4041: DJ Sol taking you back with Old Skool anthems & disco classics. FREE. F:90% Room 2 @ Heaven, Villiers Street, Charing Cross, WC2N. 020 7930 2020: Indie music in Room 10pm-3am. £2 b4 12am/£2.50. F:50% South Bar 150 @ Charles Street (Club), Brighton: Everything’s £1.50! 10.30pm- 2am. £1.50. F:40% DJ Will T @ Edge Nightclub, Southamp- ton: The right ingredients for a great musical recipe. F:30% Shibby Shabblers @ Candy Bar, 129 St James St, Brighton. 01273 622424: Polysexual student-themed night playing indie rock and trashy pop. 9pm- 2am. £3/£2 NUS. F:50% Central Live Music @ B5 Bar, Nightingale Club, Kent St, Birmingham: FREE. F:40% Pink Pounder @ Route, 139/147 Hurst St, Birmingham. 0121 622 3366: £1 drinks promo. £2 b4 10pm/£3 b4 11pm/£4. F:40% Quids In @ Innov8 Bar, Kent St, Birming- ham: Drinks at £1. 7pm-11pm. F:40% Tuesday 1st:7thMarch 2nd:14thMarch 3rd:21stMarch last:28thMarch London Bar Wotever @ Central Station, 37 Wharfdale St, Kings Cross. 07932 324373: Queer talent meet - Live music Karaoke @ Old Vic, Portsmouth: Sing-a- long. FREE. F:50% Karaoke Queens @ Magnum, South- ampton: Loads of prizes, all drinks are £2 (excluding cocktails, bottles of wine and Champagne). ‘til 2am. FREE. F:45% Student Social @ Marlborough, Brighton: Drink promos. FREE. F:55% North Poptastic @ Mutz Nutz, Princess St, Mancs: Kitsch Bitch, Si and Karl Lucas playing retro and camp pop. ‘til 3am. 11pm-3am. 07074 248 247. £4.50/£3.50 members. F:50% Dolly Mixtures @ Kampus, 45 China St, Lancaster: DJ Tween plays cheese from the 50s up. F:45% Central UniChoons@NightingaleClub,KentSt, Birmingham:PopChartanddancewith SimonH.10pm-2am£3after11pm.F:40% Wednesday 1st:1stMarch 2nd:8thMarch 3rd:15thMarch 4th:22ndMarch last:29thMarch London Bisexual Group @ Glass Bar, 190 Euston Rd, Euston NW1. 020 7387 6184: Group for bisexual women (upstairs). 7pm-9pm. £1 donation. F:100% Charlie’s Girls + Boys @ Charlie’s Bar, 124 Globe Road, E1. 020 7790 1007: An East-end night for the girls with DJs and Free pool.. ‘til 11am. FREE. F:40% Chicken Royale @ Push, 93 Dean St, Soho (1st Weds): The Fighting Cocks, Charlie and Asha. 8.30pm-1am. £3. F:30% Club Cynthia @ Trash Palace, 11 Wardour St, Soho. www.clubcynthia. info. 07956 549246: Electrorock, kitsch indie. 6pm-3am. FREE b4 11pm/£2. F:50% Cuckoo Couture @ Too Too Much, 5 Brewer St, Soho: House + Electro club- bing night. 10pm-3am. £5. F:40% Electric Youth @ First Out, Soho: Off- beat edgy electro, seedy twisted trash pop, riot bitch post-punk, dirty glam disco, naughty nasty 80s.7pm-11pm. FREE. F:88% Fruit Machine @ Heaven, The Arches (off The Strand), Villiers St, WC2N. 020 7930 2020: Garage + soul and camp classics. ‘til 3am. £2 b4 11.30 + flyer. F:25% Gay Bingo @ Southopia, Newington Butts, Elephant + Castle. 020 7735 5306: Lezza legs eleven, two butch dykes... Starts 8pm. 5pm-11.30pm. F:90% Nag Nag Nag @ Ghetto, Falconberg Ct, listings nights out g3 is 5 celebrating with Lounge To celebrate one year of pole-dancing, Candy Bar is holding a unique Pole-dancing tag party. Last seen in break dancing parties, this new version is much more exciting. Think Eminem and some rough rapper battling it out on their mics on stage and instead replace them with lush ladies and poles... yum! Raising the roof to celebrate one year of pole-dancing fever, all the most popular professional dancers stage a pole-dancing play-off to ensure it’s a night to never forget on Tuesday, 21st February. HOTPICK (1st Tues), Spoken Word (2nd Tues), Visual Art and Film (3rd Tues), Perform- ance (4th Tues), Bits n’ Bobs (5th Tues, if applicable). 6pm-12am. FREE. F:70% Between the Lines @ Glass Bar, 190 Euston Rd, Euston NW1. 020 7387 6184 (3rd Tues): Reading group. Starts 6pm. £1 donation. F:100% Comedy Camp @ Barcode, 3-4 Archer Street, Soho, London W1D 7AP. 08 700 600 100. www.comedycamp.co.uk: Weekly comedy night. £7 members/£9. F:40% Don’t Call Me Babe @ Ghetto, Soho: Bub- blegum pop fun with Dusty O. NUS £2 B4 12/£2 wt flyer B4 12/£3. F:30% Films 4 Free @ Southopia, Newington Butts, Elephant + Castle. 020 7735 5306: Free films from 8pm. 5pm- 11.30pm. £2. F:90% Firmed Up Flava @ Rush, 24 Old Compton St, Soho W1: DJ Kinky D, DJ Philly, MC Brandy and Joy on percus- sion. RnB, hip hop, ragga, house. 9pm- 1am. £3/FREE B4 9.30pm. F:60% Gingerbeer reading Group @ Glass Bar, 190 Euston Rd, Euston NW1. 020 7387 6184 (2nd Tues): Contact Anneli: anneli. carter@db.com for details. From 7pm. £1 donation. F:100% Hear Me Out @ First Out, Soho (1st /3rd Tues): Staff provide the PA and mic, you provide a guitar and three songs. 8pm- 11pm. FREE. F:60% Indie Grrrl @ Candy Bar, Carlisle St, Soho: DJ D’Jara plays alternative sounds; also Kinky Candy, erotic strip shows, auditions and amateur competitions. Happy hour: 5-7pm. 5pm-11.30pm. £3. F:97% Poker Night @ Blush, Cazenove Rd, Stoke Newington. 020 7923 9202: Learners welcome. F:90% Rubber Medusas @ Star At Night, 22 Great Chapel Street, Soho. 020 7727 5379. www.rubbermedusas.info: Wom- en’s bridge group. From 7.30pm. F:100% Shugs the Word @ Glass Bar, 190 Euston Rd, Euston NW1. 020 7387 6184 (last Tues): Reading group discussing the works of Black & Asian writers. 7 - 9pm. £1 donation. F:100% South Energize @ Edge Nightclub, Southamp- ton: DJ Alex F playing Powerful Dance and chart music. F:30% Gay Tuesdays @ JP’s, Elmwood Equestrian Centre, Elm Farm, Maldon Road, Essex CM0 8NT. 01621 787492. www.gaytuesdays.co.uk: Live on stage Nikki Nightingale + DJs. 7.30pm-12am. F:50% Pink Suga @ Suga Qube, Brighton (2nd Tues): DJ Hollie and Craig Woodrow. FREE. F:45% Twisted Karaoke @ Candy Bar, 129 St James St, Brighton. 01273 622424: Hostesses Cat + 3000 tunes. DJ Rocket. 9pm-2am. FREE. F:80% classics. £FREE. F:50% Revival 0207 494 4041: DJ Sol taking you back with Old Skool anthems & disco classics. FREE. F:90% Room 2 Charing Cross Indie music in Room 10pm-3am. £2 b4 To celebrate one year of pole-dancing, Candy Bar is holding a unique them with lush ladies and poles... yum! ensure it’s a night to never forget on Tuesday, Gaydar Girls launch London’s Gaydargirls launch and the Ultimate Girls Party will be a major event with Skin performing live on 2nd March at Cafe De Paris. Plus DJ Philly and DJ Slamma. 10.30pm-2am. The Brighton launch will be in collaboration with Wet Pussy at Envy on Saturday 4th March, featuring a fabulous LIVE PA by Mz Fontaine. VIP parties are held previously at each Candy Bar. scene NEWS listings 34 g3 MARCH 2006 club listings Mar.indd 2 24/02/2006 22:31:18
- 35. Soho: Flamboyant electro,new wave & sleazy disco. £5 or £3 NUS or flyer. F:30% Opportunity Knockers Karaoke @ Candy Bar, Carlisle St, Soho: Seduce that sassy sista with your soulful singing. With Hosts Naj + DJ Riki Rocket. Happy hour: 5-7pm. 5pm-11.30pm. FREE. F:90% Quiz @ Blush, Cazenove Rd, Stoke New- ington: Strict quizmistress Sexy Sue and her saucy questions, £30 prize. From 9.30pm-12am. £1 per entrant . F:70% W4W Bingo @ Upstairs at Theodore Bullfrog, 26-30 John Adam St, London WC2. www.women4women.biz. 0207 350 1651 (29 Mar): From 7.30pm. £4/£2 members (advance booking only). F:100% South Bring It On @ Candy Bar, 129 St James St, Brighton. 01273 622424: Open Deck and mic night, except last week of the month. 9pm-2am. FREE. F:80% Clairvoyant and Tarot @ Café 22, 129 St James Street: Brighton. 01273 626682: £15 for half an hour, with 10% being donated to charity. F:50% Colours Karaoke @ Beehive Pub (up- stairs), Kingswood Suites, Southernhay, Basildon, Essex. 01268 242031: F:45% RnB night @ Magnum, Southampton: DJ Dave, all drinks are £2 (excluding cock- tails, bottles of wine and Champagne). ‘til 2am. FREE. F:45% Shag Tag @ Riverside Tavern, Canal Rd, Strood, Kent: Easy way to pull. ‘til 2am. F:50% North DJ Angel Delight @ Kampus, 45 China St, Lancaster: Pre-sugarhouse with drag princess Angel Delight. F:50% DJ Lyndsay @ Vanilla, Richmond St, Manchester. 0161 288 2727: 80s and 90s classics. FREE. F:98% Central Urban Central @ Nightingale Club, Kent St, Birmingham: RnB + garage with DJ Felix. £3 after 10pm. F:40% Areyouabudding Photographer/Reviewer? CallSarahon02072720093/e:sarah@g3magazine.co.uk 2-4-1 tickets to matinee perform- ances for the London Lesbian and Gay Film Festival The festival runs between March 29 to April 12, just mention g3 VIP when booking. Book online: www.llgff.org.uk or call: 020 7928 3232. Free Entry for a limited number of people to Candy Bar, then half price entry thereafter London and Brighton on any night. Get into Pole-dancing nights on a Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday for free or half-price entry and enjoy the best girl DJs on the scene. The generous offer will save you a bomb on your favourite Soho bar or Brighton girl club. Candy Bar London and Brighton: www.thecandybar.co.uk. Free entry is on a first come, first served basis. ExclusivelyEve10%off With a potent desire to provide an exciting range of quality pleasure accessories for women. Check out www.exclusivelyeve. com, quote G31205 on purchase £2 off entry to Rumours Put Saturday 11 and March 25 in your diary, because the huge girl club will be giv- ing £2 off. Rumours is a great club night for the discerning girl or party child, with huge venue and DJs playing a cool mix of vocal house and familiar dance. Rumours @ Minories, London EC3: www. girl-rumours.co.uk Free entry to Liberte b4 11 pm Ladies RnB night are offering free entry with VIP card and the advert in this maga- zine (page 37). Liberte @ Dome, 178 Junction Road, Lon- don. www.liberte-club.co.uk Free entry to Yalla at Oak bar b4 11 pm Get some authentic eastern promise for FREE. The next monthly night will be on Saturday March 11, see the great belly dancers, smoke a Turkish pipe or try some yummy tapas. Yalla @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, London N16. 020 7354 2791. www. oakbar.co.uk ALSO A VIP CARD SELLER – ask at the bar!!! Free entry to Bling at Oak bar b4 11 in January Get some bling and come down to the fast- growing popular RnB night on Saturday, March 18 for FREE. Bling @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, London N16. 020 7354 2791. www.oakbar.co.uk ALSO A VIP CARD SELLER – ask at the bar!!! 10% off food and drinks at Essence I know most of you think this venue is the spiritual home of French Kiss and Wotever, but away from the early hours they are re- nowned for their great food. Voted the best food and drink establishment by Time Out, try their exotic tapas and great cocktails. Essence are giving 10% away on all food! Essence, 2-5 Carthusian Street, Barbican. 020 7253 6009: www.essence-bar.com Member entry rates at all French Kiss and Smack events Flash the card and get member rates at all Smack and French Kiss events. Smack is the hugest of huge women’s clubbing event in London held at super-club Egg. The next one will be on Friday, March 31. 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Call 07786 066597 Your Perfect Day 10% off Try Your Perfect Day for help on how to get your Civil Partnership underway or even to finalise the important points. Call: 07900 543200, email: spenro2000@yahoo.co.uk. www.yourper- fectday.uk.com Check www.g3mag.co.uk or g3 magazine each month for more offers! Easter VIP Hotlist The VIP bunny comes laiden with gifts, and this year our card holders will be get- ting more bonuses for venturing out on the scene. How to be a g3 VIP Get a year of being the closest thing to a celeb in Lesbo Land! Buy a VIP card for you, your friends and your bird, show off a lot and get £££’s off! Get your VIP card for only a fiver and save big £££s Just send in a cheque for £5 (payable to ‘g3 magazine’) with your name, address and telephone number enclosed, or alternatively phone 020 7272 0093. We accept all major credit cards. £5 incl. p&p Subscribe to g3 Get g3 magazine sent directly to your door each month for only a Tenner. No more dashing into your local to catch your latest copy of g3, instead be the first to receive it. + get a FREE VIP card Just send in a cheque (payable to ‘g3 magazine’) with your name, address and telephone number enclosed, or phone 020 7272 0093. We accept all major credit cards. £10 per quarter (3 months) MARCH 2006 g3 35 club listings Mar.indd 3 24/02/2006 22:31:44
- 36. London / South/ North / Central Thursday 1st:2ndMarch 2nd:9thMarch 3rd:16thMarch 4th:23rdMarch last:30thMarch London Back To School/Classic Candy Cabaret Strip @ Candy Bar, Carlisle St, Soho: DJ Minx plays house classics. Strip shows with a cabaret twist. Happy hour: 5-7pm. £3. 5pm-11.30pm. F:98% Dirty Red Ball @ Koko, 1a Camden High St, Camden. www.thedirtyredball. com (13th Apr): Live performance, fash- ion, dancers and filthy lesbians galore. DJs Uncle Jane, Philly, Lisa German. 9pm-3am. £15 advance/£20. F:99% Discotec @ The End, 18 West Central St, WC1. 020 7419 9199: 2 Rooms of house with top guest DJs and RnB. Firmed Up (2nd Thur). 10pm-4am. £6 b4 12am/£8. F:30% Codex @ AKA, 18 West Central St, Lon- don WC1A 1JJ. 020 7836 0110. www. thinkcodex.com (3rd Thurs): Stylish and metrosexual Electro house party. 9pm–3am. FREE b4 10pm/£5. F:50% g3 is Five with Lounge @ Teatro, 93 Shaftsbury Ave, Soho. www.lounge. uk.net (6th Apr): Socialise in style. £5 b4 10pm/£8. F:95 Gaydar Girls Launch London @ Café De Paris, London (2nd Mar): Featuring Skin, DJ Slamma and Philly. 10.30pm- 2am. £5 NUS/£9. F:95% I love Bingo @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington: Comedy bingo and easy listening with Lea Andrews (LTT). 9pm-1am. F:85% ‘til 2am. FREE. F:45% Contagious @ Honey Club, Brighton: DJs Dulcie Danger, Howie D and Ben Prok play classic house. 10.30pm - 3am. £1.25 b4 11pm/£4. F:40% Dynamite Boogaloo @ Audio, Brighton: Dynamite Sal plays an eclectic selec- tion and there’s the most outrageous cabaret in the city from Boogaloo Stu. 10pm-2am. £3 NUS/£4. F:50% F.E.K.R @ Candy Bar, Brighton (1st Thur): Featuring Daddy Fantastic live. Funky Techno, electro and break beats. 9pm-2am. £3 b4 11pm/£5. F:90% Free Pool @ The Marlborough, Brighton: FREE. F:80% Gaydar Girls Launch Brighton @ Envy, Brighton (4th Mar): With Wet Pussy. Featuring Mz Fontaine, DJ Kate Wild- blood and Queen Josephine. 10.30pm- 3am. £5 NUS/£7. F:95% Jimmy Sommerville @ Candy Bar, 129 St James St, Brighton. 01273 622424 (last Thur): Disco Classics with Jimmy Sommerville. 9pm-2am. FREE. F:70% Karaoke @ Old Vic, Portsmouth: Sing-a- long. FREE. F:50% Ladies Night @ Load of Hay, 207 Pinner Rd, Watford Heath (last Thur): Entertainment for ladies. 9pm-11pm. FREE. F:50% Lee’s Karaoke Roadshow @ Freedom Café Bar, Southampton: A shooter for every singer. F:50% Live Music @ Candy Bar, 129 St James St, Brighton. 01273 622424: 9pm-2am. FREE. F:70% Mad Cow @ Charles Street (Club), Brighton: £1 a drink. 9pm-11pm. £1. F:40% REALBrighton spring collection @ Candy Bar, Brighton (9th Mar): Un- leashes their portfollio with free booze. 9pm-2am. F:90% Sirens @ Candy Bar, Brighton. www. vavavavoom.co.uk (3rd Thur): Featuring Stella Starr, Burlesque Show with Special Guest Performers, Pole Dancing + Grrrl DJs. 9pm-2am. £5/£3.50 conc. F:90% North X-Offender @ Retro bar, Sackville St, Mancs: F:70% Poptastic @ Cruz 101: DJ kitsch Bitch, Si and Karl Lucas playing retro and camp pop. ‘til 3am. 07074 248 247. F:50% Central 99p Thursdays @ Subway City, 27 Water St, Old Snow hill, Birmingham: Promo drinks 99p. 10pm-4am. £3 b4 12/£4. F:40% Live Music @ B5 Bar, Nightingale Club, Kent St, Birmingham: F:40% Pre-DV8 @ Kudos Birmingham, 28 Horse Fair, Birmingham. 0121 666 6806: DJs play funky house hosted by Miss Maxi Malone + drinks promos. ‘til 2am. £4. F:40% Sweetie @ Route, 139-147 Hurst St, Birmingham. 0121 622 3366: Drinks promos. £1. F:40% Friday 1st:3rdMarch 2nd:10thMarch 3rd:17thMarch 4th:24thMarch last:31stMarch London Acoustic Lounge @ Glass Bar, 190 Euston Rd, Euston NW1. 020 7387 6184 (1st/3rd/last Fri): Live music and eclec- tic sounds. Starts 9pm. F:100% listings nights out Lounge @ Teatro, 93 Shaftsbury Ave, Soho. www.lounge.uk.net (3rd Thurs): Socialise in style. £5 b4 10pm/£8. F:95% Lipstick @ CC Club, 13 coventry street London W1 7HD (2nd/23rd Mar): Strictly women only, no trainers. £8 b4 10.30pm/£10, F:100% Kaleidoscope @ The Green, 74 Upper Street, Islington. 020 7226 8895: DJ Saint David (Canvas, Escape, Element) let his weave down, as he mixes everything from disco dolly to Dolly Parton, from Soul II Soul to Soulsearch- ers. . F:50% Miss-Chief @ Trash Palace, 11 Wardour St, Soho. www.trashpalace.co.uk. 07956 549246: Miss-Shapes warm up with Cowboy Kate. FREE. F:50% Miss-Shapes @ Ghetto, Falconberg Ct, Soho: Retro 80s + pop. ‘til 3am. £3 with flyer B4 11.30.pm/£4 Others £4. F:60% Open Mic Night @ Blush, Cazenove Rd, Stoke Newington (2nd Thurs): lots of acts. ‘til 11pm. FREE. F:70% Quiz Night @ Southopia, Newington Butts, Elephant + Castle. 020 7735 5306 (1st/3rd Thurs): 5pm-12am. F:90% Rip it up @ First Out, Soho: Queer alternative disco of lo-fi, new wave, grrl garage. 7pm-11pm. FREE. F:88% Singles Mingles @ Glass Bar, 190 Euston Rd, Euston NW1. 020 7387 6184 (last Thurs): Meet new people, make new friends and maybe more. F:100% Song Birds Live @ Southopia, Newing- ton Butts, Elephant + Castle. 020 7735 5306 (last Thurs): Live music by the singer-songwriters. 5pm-12am. F:90% South 70s & 80s night @ Magnum, Southamp- ton: Steve Lush (Revenge, Brighton), all drinks are £2 (excluding cocktails, bot- tles of wine and bottles of Champagne). Shola Ama Live Shola Ama, winner of two Mobo awards (Best RnB, Best Newcomer) and a Brit award for best British Female Artist is appearing at Bootylicious this month. This is a unique chance to see why she sold more than a million albums and to experience her vocal skill and personality at close quarters. The live performance is on March 10th at the London RnB club at Crash. Breakfast time The fourth party courtesy of the Coco Latté® Breakfast Club crew on Sunday morning 26th March sees Coco Latté resident DJ Mark Bambach playing a special 4-hour set at Brighton’s Ocean Rooms. scene NEWS 36 g3 MARCH 2006 club listings Mar.indd 4 24/02/2006 22:32:14
- 37. Bang @ Heaven,The Arches (off The Strand), Villers St, WC2N. 020 7930 2020: House + Karaoke. ‘til 5am. £4 b4 12am/ £6. F:45% Bootylicious @ Crash, 66 Goding St, Vauxhall SE11 (2nd Fri): London’s biggest gay RnB and garage night. ‘til 5am. £10/£7 b4 12am/£5 NUS. F:40% Club Kali @ The Dome, 1 Dartmouth Park Hill, N19. www.clubkali.com (1st/3rd Fri): The UK’s largest and original Asian music, lesbian and gay club. 10pm-3am. £8/£5 conc. F:30% DJ Kat @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington (3rd Fri): Plays a mix of commercial dance tunes. 9pm-2am, £5/FREE b4 10pm (F):80% Dyke Night @ Southopia, Newington Butts, Elephant + Castle. 020 7735 5306/07730 571808. www.iDyke.co.uk (28th Apr): Live performance. 8.30pm- 11pm. £3. F: 70% Fem Flirt @ Southopia, Newington Butts, Elephant + Castle. 020 7735 5306 (3rd Fri): DJ Shady Lady plays trash, pop, fiction and cheesy uplifting pop. £6. 9pm-4am. F:100% Fiction @ The Cross, Kings Cross Goods Yard, York Way. 020 7439 9009: Mixed polysexual night. ‘til late. £9 b4 11.30pm/£13 after F:45% Gender @ Freedom, 60-66 Wardour Street, Soho. 020 7734 0071: Disco music policy. Drink promos. 10.30pm- 3am. F:35% Girl Friday @ First Out, Soho: For min- gling and pre-club drinking. ‘til 11pm. FREE. F:95% Creme de la Femme @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington (1st Fri): DJ Shy plus guests playing RnB. 10pm- 3am. £5. F:95% Grind @ Candy Bar, Carlisle St, Soho: DJ Philly spinning RnB, hip hop + house with MC Brandy. ‘til 2am. £5 after 9pm. F:98% Hackney Women’s Football Club Ben- efit @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington (24th Mar): 1930s Chicago theme raising cash for the Chicago Gay Games 2006. 9pm-2am. £4 b4 10pm/£6 (F):80% HOTREVIEW Raiders on their way The Raiders Softball team literally had a ball rather than fielding last month. The team are doing everything they can to get their fit arses over to the Montreal Out Games 2006 and represent our queer country in the games. The evening included various fund-raising ball games and culminated in an auction where g3 won a night out at Little Italy! In all the Monday night at Candy Bar was a massive success raising £1000, which was topped up by a donation from Kim Lucas promoter of the Soho venue. MARCH 2006 g3 37 club listings Mar.indd 5 24/02/2006 22:33:10
- 38. funky. FREE. F:98% Central Campas Christmas @ Route, 139-147 Hurst St, Birmingham. 0121 622 3366: DJ Paul Bryant. F:40% Infusion @ Nightingale Club, Kent St, Birmingham: DJ Corey plays dance, RnB and old skool classics. 10pm-4am. £3 b4 11pm/£5. F:40% Karaoke @ The Fox, 17 Lower Essex St, Birmingham. 0121 622 1210: Karaoke, DJ Rita and The Shooter Girls. FREE. F:90% Saturday 1st:4thMarch 2nd:11thMarch 3rd:18thMarch last:25thMarch London Back in the Day @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington (1st Sat): DJ Biggy C and DJ Pranksta playing a unique array of original jazz, funk and rare groove. 9pm-2am. £5. F:80% Blessence @ Southopia, Newinton Butts (2nd Sat): All inclusive women’s gig playing reggae, RnB and soul. 9pm- 4am. F:98% Bling @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington (3rd Sat): DJs Destiny + Shy play RnB. FREE b4 9pm/£6. F:90% Club Motherfucker Live @ Garage (upstairs), 22 Highbury Corner, N7 (2nd Sat): Hedonistic hullabaloo playing grubby indie, dirty punk and bad taste rock n roll. 9pm-3am. £5. F:60% Club Wotever @ Essence, Carthusian St, Barbican. www.clubwotever.tk. 07932 324373 (2nd Sat): For all Darlings, Drag Kings, Queer Bois boasts a friendly atmosphere. 9pm-2am. £5. F:55% Curves @ Agenda (1st Sat): Attitude- free club with a 60ft bar for a funky sassy crowd, playing R ‘n’ B/soul 8pm- 2am. £7/£6. F:100% Dolly Mixtures/Club Candy Pole- dancing @ Candy Bar, Carlisle St, Soho: DJ Slamma plays house and soul, hosted by Crystal. Pro-pole-dancers at Club Candy Girls. ‘til 2am. £6 after 9pm. F:98% Duckie @ Royal Vauxhall Tavern, 372 Kennington Lane, Vauxhall: Cabaret- come-cheese club night with Amy Lamé. ‘til 2pm. £4. F:30% Eclectic Sessions @ Southopia, Newing- ton Butts, Elephant + Castle. 020 7735 5306 (3rd Sat): RnB, Nu-Soul, Hip-Hop, Reggaeton and Afrobeats. 9pm-3am. £6. 9pm-3am. F:100% Exilio @ LSE Underground, Houghton St, Holborn. www.exilio.co.uk. 07931 374391: Gay and lesbian Latino club - playing salsa & meringue. 10pm-3am. £9/£8 b4 11pm. F:40% Future Fusion @ Gramaphone (downstairs), 60-62 Commercial St, E1. 07989 978 362. www.futurefusion. co.uk (2nd Sat): Polysexual RnB, jazzy grooves and funky rhythmns with Nikki Lucas and Miss Bailey. 8pm-late. £4 b4 10.30pm/£7. F:50% G-A-Y @ Astoria, 157 Charing Cross Road, Soho. www.g-a-y.co.uk: Renowned for its high-profile pop acts. ‘til 5am. £10. F:25% Girl Lounge @ Glass Bar, 190 Euston Rd, Euston NW1. 020 7387 6184: Chilled vibes all evening. From 6pm. £1 dona- tion. F:100% Hoppa @ The Dome, 178 Junction Road, N19 (1st/3rd Sat): Turkish, Greek and Arabic music by Nikki Lucas, DJ Ritu, Cemi Magik, Apollo Flo’. 9pm-3am. £7/£4 b4 11pm wt conc/flyer. F:70% Liberté @ The Dome (downstairs). 178 Junction Road, N19. 07989 978 362. www.liberte-club.co.uk (last Sat): Soul, reggae and RnB tunes spun by promoter and DJs Nikki Lucas. 10pm- 3am. FREE entry b4 11pm with ad. F:100% London / South / North / Central Krazy Karaoke @ Blush, Cazenove Rd, Stokmenthole Newington: Hosted by Julie Stiletto. 5pm-12pm. FREE. F:70% Lower the Tone @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington (last Fri): Infa- mous kitsch party. 9pm-3am. £6. F:50% Menthol @ Mass, Brixton Hill, SW2. www. clubmenthol.net (3rd Fri): A night of uplifting & euphoric trance for a gay crowd, no attitude. 10pm-5.30am. F:50% Mingles Nite @ Vespa, Soho: Drinks promos. ‘til 1am. FREE. F:95% Popstarz @ Scala, 279 Pentonville Rd, Kings Cross. 020 7738 2336: Attitude free indie and alternative club with 3 floors of music (indie/trash/RnB). ‘til 5am. £4 NUS b4 11 or £5 after/£8 others. F:45% Popjustice @ Trash Palace, 11 War- dour St, Soho. www.trashpalace.co.uk: Pop disco. 11pm-3am. £3. F:50% Puzzle DJs @ Puzzle Pub, 25-27 Westow Hill, Crystal Palace. 020 8761 8771. www.puzzlepubco.com: DJ Obzee and Kure. 10pm-3am. F:50% Rox Ya Box @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington. www.roxyabox.co.uk (3rd Fri): Playing dirty punk rock, grubby indie and all the trash you can take. 9pm-3am. F:95% Shinky Shonky @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington (2nd Fri): For your lesbotic delight and delectation, DJs Boogaloo Stu and special guest DJ Albert Twatlock will whip up a delightful melange of your favourite top-pop sounds, old and new. 10pm-3am. £5. F:65% Slap n’ Tickle @ Glass Bar, 190 Euston Rd, Euston NW1. 020 7387 6184 (2nd Fri): Comedy capers upstairs with the cuddly blond bombshell Cathy P and assorted comics. £6. F:100% Slave to the Rhythm @ Rush, 25 Frith Street, Soho (last Fri): Kinky D, Mark Bambach (Shadow Lounge), Elliot J. Brown (Heaven, Salvation), Femi B(Discotec) + Guest DJs. 9pm-1am. £5/e: events@firmed-up.com for £3 guest list. F:65% Smack @ Egg, York Way, Kings Cross (31st Mar): Huge house night for girls. Smackback Mountain theme. 10pm- 5am. £9 b4 11.30 pm/£9 dressed up/£12. F:99% Snog @ Southopia, Newington Butts, Elephant + Castle. 020 7735 5306 (1st Fri): Music with large helping of electro pop. DJ Sadie Lee from Lower The Tone. 9pm-2am. £5. F:100% The Cock @ Ghetto, Falconberg Ct, Soho: Princess Julia + Tasty Tim. £5. F:25% Trailertrash @ On The Rocks, 25 Kingsland Rd, Shoreditch. www. clubtrailertrash.com (1st/3rd Fri): Dirty electro punk. 10.30pm-XXlate. £3 b4 11.30pm/£5. F:40% W4W Paddy’s Night @ Upstairs at Theodore Bullfrog, 26-30 John Adam St, London WC2. www.women4women.biz. 0207 350 1651 (17 Mar): Ireland’s his- tory is reflected in the warm hospitality. From 7.30pm. £24/£19.50 members (advance booking only). F:100% South Camp Cabaret @ Riverside Tavern, Canal Rd, Strood, Kent: Live acts from 11pm. Commercial dance with DJs Flange, BJ + Little Miss. ‘til 2am. F:45% Cabaret night @ Magnum, Southamp- ton: Top class cabaret acts on stage at 12.15am. ‘til 2am. £4/£2 members. F:40% Pop Rocks V booty Call @ Candy Bar, 129 St James St, Brighton. 01273 622424: Party Play-off featuring DJ pookie playing rockin’ pop followed by DJ Rocket playing street beats and sexy RnB. £5 after 9pm. F:90% Dirty @ Queens Head: DJ Saint plays RnB + Chart. FREE. F:40% Diversity @ Edge Nightclub, Southamp- ton: Live act at 11.30pm. F:40% DJ Sounds @ The Marlborough, Brighton: DJ Dizzy D plays house. FREE. F:50% Funky Fridays @ Freedom Café Bar, Southampton: With DJ Ri (Martha’s & Gorgeous) playing Funky and uplifting house. F:50% Hed Kandi @ Honey Club, Brighton: Klassic Kandi in the main room, funky house in the Boudoir. 10pm-3am. £10 members/£13. F:40% Kinky Dangerous @ Charles Street (Club), Brighton: Dulcie Danger & King K play sexy funky house. 10pm-2am. £5. F:50% Krazy Bona Bingo @ Old Vic, Port- smouth: Bette Rinse hosts. F:50% North DJ @ Kampus, 45 China St, Lancaster: DJ Junior Jack + Miss Dee-monique from Blackpool on rotation. F:50% FunkiDiva @ Sub 101 (under Cruz 101) 07930 910653 (2nd Fri): DJ Missy Y plays cheesy classics + drink promos. 10pm-2am. £4.50 conc b4 10.30pm. F:100% PJ Friday @ Vanilla, Richmond St, Manchester. 0161 288 2727: DJ PJ plays an eclectic mix of RnB, pop charts house Panache @ Southopia, Newington Butts, Elephant + Castle. 020 7735 5306 (4th Sat): Live performances: poetry, open mic style, acapella singing. Chill out and meet new friends. 9pm- 3am. £6. F:100% Player @ Rush, 25 Frith Street, Soho (last Sat): New women’s night for she who dares, DJ Marky Mark (Popstarz). 7pm-1am. £3 b4 9pm/£6. F:95% Puzzle DJs @ Puzzle Pub, 25-27 Westow Hill, Crystal Palace. 020 8761 8771. www.puzzlepubco.com: DJ Amy. 10pm-3am. F:50% Rumours @ The Minories, 64/73 Minor- ies, Tower Hill EC3N. 07949 477 804. www.girl-rumours.co.uk (11th/25th Mar): Established women only night. £6. F:100% Satisfaction @ First Out, Soho: Team Fucked play upbeat retro, disco, indie & trash. 7pm-11pm. FREE. F:88% Saturdays @ Heaven, The Arches (off The Strand), Villers St, WC2N. 020 7930 2020: Hi-NRG tunes on the main floor and speed garage upstairs. ‘til 5am. £12. F:45% Shechic @ Hitbar, 14 The Broadway Hammersmith W6 (1st Sat): A new breed of club for women over 25, friendly, stylish and welcoming. Chilled out start, cocktails available, then dance the night away to a mix of great sounds. 7pm to 1am, £6 entrance. F:98% Soul Naturelle @ Southopia, Newing- ton Butts, Elephant + Castle. 020 7735 5306 (1st Sat): Sister Isis plays soul RnB (think Angie Stone, Maze, Sade) and many smooth vibes. 9pm-2am. £6. F:100% Stardust 1969-1999 @ Trash Palace, 11 Wardour St, Soho. 07956 549246: 30 years of intelligent indie pop. 6pm- 3.30am.. FREE b4 11pm/£3. F:50% Unskinny Bop @ Pleasure Unit, 359 Bethnal Green Rd, E2 6LG. www.unskin- nybop.co.uk (3rd Sat): Dancing for the girls, the gays and the misfits. 9pm- 2am. FREE b4 9.30pm/£4. F: 50% Way Out @ Way Out Club, 9 Crosswall. Tower Hill: Attitude-free night for girls, boys and in-betweenies. 9pm-4am. £12/£10 b4 11pm/£7 X-dressing. F:50% Wig Out @ Ghetto, Falconberg Ct, Soho: Retro 80s hits, trash, kitsch anthems played for the disco lovers. ‘til 5am. £7/£6 + flyer/NUS £5. F:35% Wrist Action @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington (last Sat): Hard house night. 9pm-3am. £6. F:90% Yalla @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington (2nd Sat): Turkish, Greek + Arabic beats. 9pm-3am. FREE b4 10pm. £6. F:70% South Club 52 @ Leonards, Wennington, Essex. 07765 205170/07774480258 (Last Sat): Girlie night with DJ Jo. F:100% Club 52 @ The Prince of Guinea, Gillingham, Kent. 07765 205170/07774 480258 (1st Sat): Hosted by the crea- tors of Club 52. F:100% Colors @ Beehive Pub (upstairs) King- swood Suites, Southernhay, Basildon, Essex. 01268 242031: Large dance area + social space. Fri ‘til Sun - club nights. F:45% Destination Club 21 @ Freedom Café Bar, Southampton: DJs in rotation play- ing club anthems and pumping dance tunes. F:50% Fuck The Pain Away @ Candy Bar, 129 St James St, Brighton. 01273 622424 (1st Sat): Electro Homo Disco. 10.30pm-3am. £5 after 9pm. F:50% Fun Club night @ Fox and Hounds, Essex: DJs Missy B + DJ Tony. ‘til 2am. F:45% Funky Tunes @ The Marlborough, Brighton: Vocal house. FREE. F:80% Liberation @ Edge Nightclub, Southamp- ton: 3 bars, 2 dance floors, 1 extreme night. F:40% Motion @ Riverside Tavern, Kent: Com- mercial dance with DJs Flange, BJ + Little Miss. ‘til 2am. F:45% listings nights out HOTPICK Krazy Karaoke Stokmenthole Newington Julie Stiletto. 5pm-12pm. FREE. F:70% Lower the Tone Lanes, mous kitsch party. 9pm-3am. £6. F:50% Menthol clubmenthol.net (3rd Fri): A night of uplifting & euphoric trance for a gay crowd, no attitude. 10pm-5.30am. F:50% Mingles Nite promos. ‘til 1am. FREE. F:95% Popstarz Kings Cross. 020 7738 2336: Attitude free indie and alternative club with 3 floors of music (indie/trash/RnB). ‘til 5am. £4 NUS b4 11 or £5 after/£8 others. F:45% dour St, Pop disco. 11pm-3am. £3. F:50% Westow Hill, 8771. www.puzzlepubco.com: DJ Obzee and Kure. 10pm-3am. F:50% Rox Ya Box Stoke Newington. grubby indie and all the trash you can take. 9pm-3am. F:95% Lanes, your lesbotic delight and delectation, DJs Boogaloo Stu and special guest DJ Albert Twatlock will whip up a delightful melange of your favourite top-pop sounds, old and new. 10pm-3am. £5. F:65% Slap n’ Tickle Rd, Fri): Comedy capers upstairs with the cuddly blond bombshell Cathy P and assorted comics. £6. F:100% Frith Street, Soho (last Fri): Kinky D, Mark Bambach (Shadow Lounge), Elliot J. Brown (Heaven, Salvation), Femi B(Discotec) + Guest DJs. 9pm-1am. £5/e: events@firmed-up.com for £3 guest list. F:65% Smackback Mountain theme. 10pm- 5am. £9 b4 11.30 pm/£9 dressed up/£12. F:99% Elephant + Castle Fri): Music with large helping of electro pop. DJ Sadie Lee from Lower The Tone. 9pm-2am. £5. F:100% The Cock Princess Julia + Tasty Tim. £5. F:25% Trailertrash Kingsland Rd, clubtrailertrash.com (1st/3rd Fri): Dirty electro punk. 10.30pm-XXlate. £3 b4 Theodore Bullfrog, 26-30 John Adam St, London WC2. www.women4women.biz. 0207 350 1651 (17 Mar): Ireland’s his- tory is reflected in the warm hospitality. From 7.30pm. £24/£19.50 members Lashings of Lipstick New sophisticated girl club hits the capital on selected Thursday nights. Lipstick will have live dancers and DJs Kinky D, DJ Wild and Blair spin RnB. Next parties are on Thursday 2nd March and 23rd march at CC Club in central London. Club Mother fucker is 3! On Saturday 11th March Club Motherfucker Live celebrates its third birthday upstairs at The Garage in Holloway, London. Live acts include Help! She Cant Swim and Headless with DJs Lauren Flax (NYC), Nikki (Kaito) and residents Daughters of the Kaos. EuroPride comes to capital The European Pride Organisers Association have awarded the EuroPride licence for 2006 to London. The EuroPride festival will take place from 17th June until 30th June, with a parade through the streets of central London taking place on EuroPride Day, 1st July 2006. For further details of events, supporters and sponsorship opportunities, see www.pridelondon.org or check g3 for updates. Birthday Bonanza Miss-Shapes celebrates its 10th Birthday Party on Thursday 16th March at Ghetto. Special Guest JD Samson (Le Tigre) will join us once more to play top tunes. Also in March the venue The Ghetto celebrates its fourth birthday with a week of festivities from 20th. Leedshold queergathering A queer gathering is being organised by Queer Mutiny North in Leeds on Friday 10th to Sunday 12th March. The weekend will include a dress up banquet dinner, gigs, workshops, bondage and even Shamanic exorcism. Call 07763 754356 or check www.queermutiny-north.da.ru for more information. scene NEWS Brighton keeping it real REALBrighton.com unleashes a selection of their best photos from the last few months on Thursday 9th March. Candy Bar in Brighton will put a complimentary welcome cocktail in your hand if you are a REALBrighton member, so sign up on their site (it’s free!) It’s a great opportunity to meet other members and the team behind Brighton’s favourite website! 38 g3 MARCH 2006 club listings Mar.indd 6 24/02/2006 22:34:54
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- 40. London / South/ North / Central Party night @ Magnum, Southampton: Resident and guest DJs such as Karl An- drews (Heaven), Alan Thorn (Revenge) and Nick Denton (ToolBox Records). ‘til 2am. £5/£3 for members. F:45% Seven Sins @ Honey Club, Brighton: Polysexual, pumping house and techno. 10pm-4am. £10 b4 11pm/£12. F:40% Sugar @ Candy Bar, 129 St James St, Brighton. 01273 622424: Get a taste of the sweet sounds of DJ Miss Annik, DJ roster; Hollie, Queen Josephine and Rocket to ensure you indulge on the dancefloor! (except 1st Sat). 9pm-3am. £5 after 9pm. F:75% Wet Pussy Party @ Envy, 8 Marine Parade, Brighton. 01273 622424 (1st Sat): DJ Rocket and Dulcie Danger. Call for details. ‘til 2am. £8/£6 NUS. F:90% North F word @ Vanilla, Richmond St, Manchester. 0161 288 2727: DJ Furey. ‘til 4am. £1 after 9pm. F:98% Homiesexual @ Manto Lounge, Canal Street, Mancs: Hip hop + soul, funk. 9pm–2.00am. FREE. F:45% Jodies @ Sub 101, Princess St, Man- chester. 07930 910653 www.manches- terlesbianball.co.uk (3rd Sat): Missy Y plays charts, cheese, classic and happy house. 10pm-2am, £4. (F): 100% Central Botox @ Synergy, 9 Broad Street, Hockley, Nottingham. 0115 969 2328 (1st Sat): Funky house, electro and old skool classics. 8pm-1am. FREE b4 9.30pm/£2. F:30% Breakfast Club @ Kudos Birmingham: Funky house + drink promos. £10/£5 members/FREE b4 11pm. F:30% Eternity @ Rotunda, Royal Standard Place, Nottingham NG1. 0115 948 3262. (last Sat): DJs play popular music. F:100% I Just Can’t Wait For Saturday @ Route, 139-147 Hurst St, Birmingham. 0121 622 3366: ‘til 2am. FREE. F:40% Lifted @ Subway City, 27 Water St, Old Snow hill, Birmingham: 2 rooms; Hard, Funky + RnB. 10pm-9am. /£5 b4 4am/£10. F:40% Party @ The Fox, 17 Lower Essex St, Birmingham. 0121 622 1210: Chart, pop and handbag with Raving Rita. FREE. F:90% Saint & Sinners @ Nightingale Club, Kent St, Birmingham: special events & P.A’s. 10pm-6am. £4 b4 10pm/£8. F:40% Sunday 1st:5thMarch 2nd:12thMarch 3rd:19thMarch last:26ndMarch London Anti Social @ Crash, Albert Embank- ment, Vauxhall. www.yrmumyadad.info (last Sun): DJ Wanker is guest DJ at Yr Mum Ya Dad’s shocking south London shindig. FREE. F:50% Bump @ Sound, 10 Wardour St, Leicester Square: Commercial RnB. 9pm-2am. £3 b4 11pm/£5. F:40% Desire @ Rush, 24 Old Compton Street, London, W1D 5LB. 0207 734 9992. (2nd Sun): Women only (men as guests). Funky/electro house. DJs: Miss Bailey, DJ Philly and Marianne. Happy hour on selected drinks. 7pm til late. £5 Detox @ Ghetto, Falconberg Ct, Soho: Funky house night. ‘til 3am. £5. F:25% Dolce Latino @ Candy Bar, Carlisle St, Soho: DJ Slamma + DJ Steve M playing steamy Latino numbers, Salsa lessons and hot Latin strip shows. ‘til 11pm. FREE. F:90% DTPM @ Fabric, 77a Charterhouse St, EC1. 020 7439 9009: Big one for the clubbing enthusiast. ‘til late. F:25% Karaoke Club @ Ego, 82 Norwood High St, West Norwood: Hosted by Ava La Putain du Paris. FREE. F:50% Live Music @ Blush, Cazenove Rd, Stoke Newington. 020 7923 9202: Popular night with the girls, phone for details on acts. 7.30pm-12am. FREE. F:90% Puzzle Karaoke @ Puzzle Pub, 25-27 Westow Hill, Crystal Palace. 020 8761 8771. www.puzzlepubco.com: DJ Michael and Gemma. 10pm-3am. F:50% Slack Sabbath @ The Green, 74 Upper Street, Islington. 020 7226 8895: Easy DJ Beats & Great Eats. F:50% So-So Socials/Vagrant @ Trash Palace, 11 Wardour St, Soho. 07956 549246: Alternative nights with guest DJs. 6pm- 11pm. FREE. F:50% Big Hangover Brunches @ Southopia, Newington Butts, Elephant + Castle. 020 7735 5306 : Brunch, 12-4pm, roast dinner 6-9pm. F:100% Sunday Soiree @ Southopia, New- ington Butts, Elephant + Castle. 020 7735 5306 (1st Sun): Afternoon tea and cakes with live sublime acts. 2pm-6pm. £1. F:95% Superstars Karaoke @ Oak Bar, 79 Green Lanes, Stoke Newington: As pro- fessional as Karaoke gets. Tequilas are on the go at 50p a shot when you hear that tune! ‘til 12am. FREE. F:70% South Cabaret @ Old Vic, Portsmouth: call for updates. F:50% Cabaret @ London Hotel, Southampton. www.thelondon.info: F:40% listings nights out Cash Queen @ Kooklub, Savoy Centre, Brighton (2nd Sun): DJs Mick Fuller and Dulcie Danger. 10pm-2am. £5 b4 11pm/£6 Coco Latté Breakfast Club @ The Ocean Rooms, 1 Morley Street, Brighton (26th Mar): DJ Mark Bambach playing a special 4-hour set of dirty sexy house music. 4.30am-12pm. F:35% Quiz Night @ The Marlborough, Brighton: Quizmaster Cath. FREE/£1 per entrant. F:50% Sunday Sundae @ Audio, Marine Parade, Brighton. (last Sun): Dulcie Danger, Richard Jones and Kate Wildblood. 7pm- 2am. £2/£3/£6 F:40% The Bitch is Back @ Edge Nightclub, Southampton: Invites you to take Centre Stage. F:40% Wild Fruit @ Creation, Brighton (1st Sun): Huge party with top DJs. Afterparty at Arc. 10pm – 3am. £8 members/£12. F:40% North Laughing Cows @ Mint Lounge, Manchester (last Sun): Comedy night, check for line-up. Doors at 6pm, show at 8pm. Oldham St. www.laughing cows. co.uk. 07958 642090. £5. F:80% SM Dykes Manchester @ Retro Bar (basement), Sackville St, Manchester. 07952 237526 (1st Sun): SM workshops and social meeting for SM lovers and the curious. FREE. F:100% Sugar Pops @ Mutz Nutz, Princess St, Manchester. 07074 248 247: Hostess Viva La Diva. 10.30pm-2am. 11pm-3am. £4/£3 members. F:50% Central Comedy Club @ Nightingale Club, Kent St, Birmingham: Hosted by Mrs Barbra Nice, alongside some of the UK’s hottest comedians. £3. F:40% Get massive discounts off of bars, clubs and services. £5 after 9pm. F:75% Jodies Get some honey The HoneyClub in Brighton will be holding a grand re-opening on Saturday 18th March 2006. The night will be a Ice, Fire and Thunder theme party! With seven bars in five rooms including a brand new arch and bar, an opulent new VIP room and an extended balcony. Open to the public @ 10.30pm. Join in the celebration by visiting www. thehoneyclub.co.uk for details or call 07000 446639. Snog-licious Pop Tarts Sadie Lee and Jonathan Kemp (Lower the Tone) show they’re not afraid to go down (South) and present this New Party Night of Old-Fashioned Musical Mayhem. Featuring the very best ‘80’s electro, ‘70’s Pop Songs, Indie Anthems and Cheesey Wotsits, and introducing the Snog Smooch Classics. Snog Club - for girls, boys, and everyone in between on Friday 3rd March at Southopia, London. scene NEWS 40 g3 MARCH 2006 club listings Mar.indd 8 24/02/2006 22:36:28
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- 42. London / South/ North / Central listings boozer guide London Angel Cabaret (The): Traditional East End cabaret bar. 21 Church St, E15. 020 8555 1148. (T): Stratford (F): 18% Bar 68: Friendly Local bar, 68 Brigstock Rd, Thornton Heath, CR7. 020 8665 0683. (F): 50% Bar Aquada: Laid-back mixed bar. Open ‘til 11pm. 13 -14 Maiden Lane, Covent Garden. 020 7557 9891. (T): Covent Garden (F): 20% Black Cap: Mixed traditional bar + club with cabaret + disco. 171 Camden High St, NW1. 020 7428 2721. (T): Camden (F): 20% Bird Cage (The): 122 Chiswick High St, W4. 020 8995 4392. (F): 25% Bird in Hand: 291 Sydenham Road, Croydon. 020 8683 3104. Pool, darts, function room. www.birdinhand.info. (F): 50% Blush: Intimate, friendly bar, complete with various events + pool comps. 8 Cazenove Rd, Stoke Newington, N16. (F): 80% Brewery Tap: Community pub for South Londoners. 78 Lingham St, SW9. (T): Stockwell (F): 50% Box (The): Café bar. 32-34 Monmouth St, WC2. (T): Covent Garden (F): 20% Budda Bar (The): Budda Soho: 62 Frith St, Soho. 020 7287 9065. Ultimate cocktails. (T): Tottenham Ct Rd (F): 50% Candy Bar: Notorious Soho girl bar. Happy hour: Mon-Thurs, 5-7pm. 4 Carlisle St, Soho. 020 7494 4041. (T): Tottenham Ct. Rd (F): 98% Catch 22: DJs, pool and cocktails. Wel- lington Terrace, Turnpike Ln, N8. 020 8881 1900. (T): Turnpike Ln (F): 25% Charlie’s Bar: Stylish, cosy cocktail bar. Friendly, attractive mixed crowd. 124 Globe Rd, E1. 020 7790 1007. (T): Stepney Gn (F): 30% Club U Wish: 272 Muswell Hill Bdy, London N10 2QR. 020 8352 3860. www. clubuwish.com. F:50% Duke Of Wellington: Soho’s traditional pub. ‘til 11pm. 77 Wardour St, Soho. 020 7439 1274. (T): Piccadily (F): 15% Edge: 3-floors of tasteful décor. 11 Soho Sq, W1. 020 7439 1313. (F) 25% Ego @ Southern Pride: 82 Norwood High Street, West Norwood SE28. 020 8761 5200. www.egolondon.co.uk Large bar, club, cabaret experience (T): West Norwood BR (F): 50% Escape: Cosy venue, fun atmosphere. 8 Brewer St, Soho. 020 7734 2626. (T): Leicester Sq (F): 30% Essence: Modern club and lounge bar, with women’s nights on the weekend. Carthusian St, Barbican. (T): Barbican (F): 75% Flag (The): Traditional boozerie. 29 Crouch Hill, N4. (T): Finsbury Park (F): 20% First Out: Cosy vegan café and popular women’s bar with packed downstairs area. 52 St Giles High Street, Soho (T): Tottenham Ct. Rd (F): 80% Friendly Society: Bringing out the Lon- don-cool. Tilman Cr, Soho, W1 (adjacent to Ann Summers). 020 7434 3804. (T): Leicester Square (F): 25% G-A-Y Bar: Women’s bar in the basement with DJs + drinks promos. 7pm - 12am/10.30pm on Sundays. 30 Old Compton St, Soho. 020 7494 2756 (T): Leicester Square (F): 90% Ghetto: Gay clubbing venue with cheap drinks, open 7 days a week. Falconberg Ct, Soho. (T): Tottenham Ct. Rd (F): 40% Glass Bar: Offering a warm, friendly space for the discerning dyke. Members bar, last entry 11.30pm (except Sat: 12.30pm). West Lodge, Euston Gdns, 190 Euston Rd, NW1. 020 7387 6184. (£): £1 unless otherwise stated (T): Euston (F): 100% Green (The): 74 Upper St, Angel. 020 7226 8895. (T): Angel (F): 50% Joiners Arms (The): Up for it mixed crowd. ‘’til 2am. 116 Hackney Rd, Shoreditch. 020 7739 9854. (F): 30% KazBar: 10 High St, Clapham SW4. 020 7622 0070. (T): Clapham (F): 25% King Edward VI: Lively, friendly mixed bar, 25 Bromfield St, N1. ‘til 12am. (T): Angel (F): 15% King William IV: Traditional mixed pub near the Heath. Hampstead High St, NW3. 020 7435 5747. (T): Hampstead (F): 30% Larkin 2: 66 Boston Rd, Hanwell, West Ealing. 020 8579 6964. Traditional gay pub. (T): Boston Manor BR (F): 50% Little Apple (The): 98 Kennington Ln, SE11. (T): Vauxhall (F): 20% Oak Bar: ‘As diverse as the city it’s in.’ clubprofile Linda Morris gives us the low down on the long-running women’s club that has been filling our Saturday nights for nearly seven years. What nights do you do there? The second and last Saturday of the month is one of the greatest women’s nights ever! How would you describe the atmosphere? Very friendly with hot up for it girls. What sort of crowd do you get there? Different women from all walks of life, lesbians and bisexual, old and young, funky socialites and quiet drinkers on a night out. What is your club famous for? It is really established and known far and wide, we get women from all over the UK, plus it will be seven years old in April. Most famous person to visit the bar? We get news readers, singers and TV presenters but we are always discreet. Entertainment policy? We have a big mixture of music to suit our huge varied crowd. We get great DJs on rotation playing tunes including RnB, funky house, familiar dance hits and even some rare pop mixes. When did you launch? April 1999 Describe the bar in 5 words? Well- known, friendly, inviting, fun. Best night to pull? (women) Any night we’re on, we get a good range of top grade single chicks coming through the doors. What drink is your bar known for? Vodka Redbull special deals, 2-4-1 King William IV near the Heath. Hampstead High St, NW3. 020 7435 5747. (T): Hampstead (F): 30% Larkin 2 Ealing. 020 8579 6964. Traditional gay pub. (T): Boston Manor BR (F): 50% Little Apple (The) SE11. (T): Vauxhall (F): 20% Oak Bar Capacity: 500 Gay/straight:100% Gay girl/guy: 99% Entry: £6 entry all night but get there early to avoid the queues (£2 off with the g3 VIP card. £’s per pint: bottles there are 2-4-1 offers but varies Opening times: 8pm-2am Address: 64-73 Minories, East London (nearest Tube: Tower Hill/Aldgate) Tel: 07949 477 804 Website: www.girl-rumours.co.uk bar stats rumours London Advertise here from £30 per month.- Get an advert in g3 - Guarantee a listing in g3 magazine - and a page on www.g3mag.co.uk There is limited space allocation. For more information call Lu 020 7272 0093 Rumours are offering g3 VIP card holders £2 off entry to their events throughout March. Just flash your card, it doesn’t matter what your name is because you’re in! Get your VIP card! Just send in a cheque for £5 (pay- able to ‘g3 magazine’) with your name, address and telephone number enclosed, or alternatively phone 020 7272 0093. Check www.g3mag.co.uk for other VIP offers and more information on how to be a VIP. at minories £2 off entry with vip card 42 g3 MARCH 2006 club listings Mar.indd 10 24/02/2006 22:38:15
- 43. Multi-faceted venue: clubnights, pool table. 79 Green Lns, N16. 020 7354 2791. (T): Manor Hs (B): 73/141/341 (F): 85% Puzzle Pub: 25-27, Westow Hill, Crystal Palace, London SE19 1TQ. 0208 761 8771/0208 761 4396. www.puz- zlepubco.com Reflex: Fri + Sat, 10pm-3am. 184 London Rd, Kingston. 020 8549 9911. (T): Norbiton BR (F): 40% Retro Bar: Old Style gay bar. Popular pre-Heaven venue. 2 George Ct. WC2 (off Strand). 020 7321 2811. (T): Charing Cross (F): 20% Roebuck (The): Local mixed bar. 25 Rennell St, Lewisham, SE13. 020 8852 1705. (T): Lewisham BR (F): 45% Rush: 25 Frith Street, Soho. Bar and club in Soho, monthly women’s nights. F:65% Southopia: Large stylish, private mem- bers bar, day membership available (£2). Suns lunch and papers, 6-9pm. 146-148 Newington Butts, Kennington SE11. 020 7735 5306. (F): 92% Tonic: Food menu, live bands and DJs. 97 Stoke Newington Rd, N16. 020 7254 1967. (F): 50% Trash Palace: 2-floored late night bar/ club. Funky, mixed crowd. 11 Wardour St, Soho. (T): Leicester Sq (F): 35% www.trashpalace.co.uk Vauxhall Tavern: Cabaret come clubbers bar. 372 Kennington Lane, SE11. (T): Vauxhall (F): 18% Vespa Lounge: The Conservatory (up- stairs bar), St Giles’ High St. 020 7836 8956 (T): Tottenham Ct Rd. (F): 95% Yard (The): 57 Rupert St, W1. 020 7437 2652. (T): Piccadilly (F): 30% South Bar 11: Mixed straight + gay. 11 Burgate, Canterbury, Kent, CT1. 01272 478 707. (F): 50% Candy Bar Brighton: 129 St James St, Brighton. 01273 622424. Late opening, girl DJs, membership + cocktails. Open ‘til 2am, except Sun- days: 10.30pm (F): 95% Charles Street: Stylish large mixed bar. 8 Marine Parade, Brighton. 01273 624091. (F): 35% Coopers Arms: Cool tunes, beer garden, big screen TV - under new management. 55 Bute, St, Luton, Beds. www.thecoopers-arms.co.uk Colours: Beehive Pub (upstairs), King- swood Suites, Southernhay, Basildon. 01268 242031. www.colorsessex.co.uk. Weds - Karaoke, Fri ‘til Sun - club nights. Dr Brighton’s: 15 Kings Rd, Marine Parade, B’ton. 01273 328765. (F): 35% Charles Street/Envy: Bar + club. 7 Ma- rine Parade, B’ton, BN2. 01273 608133. (F): 20% Freedom Café: Lively bar. 132 High Street, Southampton. 02380-638999 (F): 50% Fudge: Disco bar/club. Regular events/ club nights. Redbourn Rd, St Albans, Herts AL3. 01582-794053. Kruze: Cocktail bar + restaurant. 7 Marine Parade, Brighton BN2. 01273 608133 Load of Hay: 207 Pinner Road, Watford Heath (nr Bushey) WD19. 01923 441113. Beer garden, Sunday roasts and BBQs. (T): Bushey BR (F): 50% London Hotel: Traditional pub. 2 Terminus Terrace, Southampton. 02380- 710652 (F): 30% Magnum Club: 113 St Mary’s Road, Southampton SO14. 023 8033 5049. ‘til 2am, closed Monday + Sunday (F): 45% Malborough (The): Busy bar for women, tasty staff + DJs who can mix. Sunday lunches. 4 Princes St, B’ton. 01273 570028 (F): 60% Old Vic: Popular gay boozer, friendly atmosphere. 104 St Paul’s Rd, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hants. 02392-297013. Queen Anne: 11 Queen Anne Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14. 01622 753 023. (F): 30% Revenge: Large gay club. 32-34 Old Steine, Brighton. 01273 606064. (F): 30% Riverside Tavern: Canal Road, Strood, Kent, ME2. 01634 719 949. (F): 40% Secrets: Regular club nights. 12 New Road Avenue, Chatham, Kent, ME4. 01634 832 433. (F): 30% Ship Inn: 347 High Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1. 01634 844 264. (F): 40% Tuesday evenings at JP’s for the Gay Community in Essex. Chill out in a great bar atmosphere. Elmwood Equestrian Centre, Elm Farm, Maldon Road, Essex, CM0 8NT. 01621 787492 For more listings and information on gay and lesbian bars and club nights check out our directory section on www.g3mag.co.uk North Bar 38: Popular mixed bar. Canal St, M1. 0161 236 6005. (F): 70% Bloom St Café: Popular mixed café bar. 39 Bloom St, Mancs M1. 0161 236 3433. (F): 70% Chad’s: Friendly gay pub. Huddersfield, W. Yorks, HD1. (F): 50% Kampus: 45 China Street, Lancaster LA1 1EX. 01524 847774. DJs, Quiz nights + more. (F): 50% Lancaster Lucy’s 2: Local gay bar with pool and darts. Abingdon St, Blackpool. 01253 753598 (F): 50% Manto: 46 Canal St. Manchester 0161 2362667 (F):40 Metz Café: Unique café bar + restaurant, open ‘til 2am. Thurs - Sat. 3 Brazil St, Mancs M1 3PW. 0161 237 9852. (F): 40% Poptastic: c/o Mutx Nutz, Princess St. Manchester, 0161 2270341 Queer: 4 Canal St. Manchester, 0161 2281368 (F) 35% Taurus: 1 Canal St, Manchester M1. 0161 236 4593. (F): 50% Spirit: 63 Richmond St. Manchester, 0161 2379725 (F) 40% Vanilla: Infamous Mancs women’s bar (now with men as guests). 39-41 Richmond St, Mancs M1. 0161 288 2727. (F): 95% Via Fossa: Classy bar! 28-30 Canal St, M1. (F): 30% Velvet: Mixed gay bar. 2 Canal St, M1 0161 236 9003. (F): 25% Central @D2: 74 Lower Parliament St, Notting- ham, 0115 950 2727 (F): 50% Diversion: Busy gay venue. 125 Railway Terrace, Rugby, Warwickshire CV21. (F): 50% D.V.8 Nightclub & Innov8 Bar: Essex St, Birmingham 0121 666 6366 Equator: Hurst St, Birmingham 0121 6225077 (F): 30% Fox (The): popular bar with the women. 17 Lower Essex St, Birmingham B5. 0121 622 1210 (F): 100% Greyhound: Popular bar with the ladies, food served, new 2am licence. 14 Bond St, Wolverhampton, WV2. 01902 420916. (F): 55% Kudos: 28 Horse Fair, Birmingham (F): 20% New Forresters: 18 St Ann’s St, Not- tingham NG1. 0115 9580 432. (F): 45% NG1: 76-80 Lower Parliament St. Not- tingham, 0115 9588440 (F): 40% Nightingales: Kent St, Birmingham. 0121 622 1718. (F): 40% Route: 139/147 Hurst Street Birming- ham, 0121 6223366: (F): 40% Rainbow & Dove: 185 Charles St.Leicester 0116 2547568 Sobar: @ NG1 7pm-late 7 nights a week 0151 9588440 (F): 40% Subway City Nightclub: Livery St. Birmingham, 0121 2330310 (F): 40% The Club: 14 Hillcrest St. Hanley 01782 201829 (F): 60% Village Inn: 152 Hurst St. Birmingham, 0121 6224742 (F): 35% MARCH 2006 g3 43 club listings Mar.indd 11 24/02/2006 22:38:35
- 44. London / South/ North / Central listings community Groups London Antidote: 020 7437 3523. Counselling, support groups, Thurs drop-in, comple- mentary therapies around alcohol & drug issues. Camden Adoption: 08000 281 436 ELOP: 020 8509 3898. Support and community events in Walthamstow. Youth, advice, counselling and groups. Outrage!: 020 8240 0222. Political group. Regular meetings. OutWest LGBT: Advice and support. 020 8892 5061. Meetings call for details. Chris on 07834483866 or email secretary@OutWest.org.uk. www. OutWest.org.uk Lesbian and Gay Immigration Group: 020 7620 6010. 3rd Sat of the month, 2pm. Legal advice Wed 6-8pm. Islington LGB Forum: An initiative be- tween local police, the council & victim support. Rachael: 07989 747824. Jewish Group: info 020 8952 0137. Jewish Women: Organise events and socials. For more information please contact judith@levitt.co.uk Kairos: 020 7437 6063. www.kairosin- soho.org.uk. 56 Old Compton Street, London W1D 4UE. Tuesday - Women’s Voice, Sunday - Meditation. Kenric: Events and member’s group for women in London. BM Kenric, London WC1 3XX. 0115 966 3638. Lesbian Discussion Group meets at Gay’s The Word, 66 Marchmont Street. 020 7278 7654. Every Wednesday. LGBT Choir: Call Michael for more info: 07980 023578 LGB Youth Group @ Step Out. New LGB Group for under 26s. Tues 5-7pm in Tower Hamlets. Scott: 020 7739 3082. London Friend: Groups in Islington. 020 7837 3337. Metro50+: Social group for older people. Last Tues of the month. 2-4pm. Metro Ctre. Jackie: 020 8265 3311. PACE Groups promoting lesbian and gay health and well-being. 020 7700 1323. Regard: Disabled LGBT. Regard, BM REGARD, London WC1N 3XX. e: secretary@regard.org.uk. www.regard. org.uk Women’s Voice: Friendly lesbian group. Tues. Kairos, Soho. £4. 020 7437 6063. South Brighton Lesbian Link: Over 150 members, who want an alternative to the scene. 01273 299711. Brightwaves MCC: Church for the LGBT community. Suns 5.30-6.30pm. St Mary’s church hall at top of St James’ St, Brighton. 01903 602434. GLAM: Gay & Lesbian Media in Brighton. Training, exhibitions. 44-46 Old Steine, BN1. 01273 707963. Women’s Social group: (based in Kent), offers variety of events, inc. walks, po- etry eves, golf, bowling and bi-monthly disco. 07960 627824. North Allsorts Youth Project: Drop-in for under 26s in Brighton. 8.30pm, Tues. 01273 721211. Asian LGBT: Greater Mancs support gp. 07931 252874. e: rangmanchester@hotmail.com Loving Me: Same-sex partner abuse project. Free support sessions. 0161 273 7128. LIKT: Project for young lesbian and bi women upto 25 in Manchester. Friends,volunteering and many opportu- nities. Come along! call 0781 398 1338. e: co-ordinator@likt.org.uk. w: www. likt.org.uk LYSIS: Lesbian Youth Support & Informa- tion Service. 0161 274 4664. Mancs Parent’s Group: Meetings 1st Sat in the month at Taurus Bar, 1 Canal St. Nicky 01565 733 891. Stepping Stones: Support gp in Mancs. 2nd/last Tues of the month. LGF 0161 235 8000. Central Lesbian and Gay Foundation: Sexual health, meetings etc. Helpline Mancs: 0161 235 8000 Rainbow Voices Choir: Tues eves, 8-10pm. Central Birmingham. Live performances Call: 07759 642410. Hatecrime London True Vision: Homophobic and transpho- bic harassment. www.report-it.org.uk. Galop Forums: Local LGBT forums Call Sam 020 7704 2040. Gay Police Association: Action Line 07092 700 000 (24hrs). e: info@gpa. police.uk Galop: 020 7704 2040. www.galop.org. uk.For victims of hatecrime. Central West Midlands Police: Reporting LGBT crime. Call 0845 113 5000. Sports London KB Kickboxing: Yoga, Kickboxing, Kung Fu & Self Defence. Get fit & Feel Great! Safe, non-intimidating training for all levels, shapes and sizes. www.kbfit- ness.co.uk 0207 681 0114 | 07881 957 977, Cruisers Basketball: Cath 079676 008832 Dynamo Dykes Volleyball: Need play- ers of ALL levels. www.dynamodykes. org.uk. Yvonne 07740 374307 Hackney Women’s Football Club: 07941 561 060. Hackney Women’s Table Tennis Club: Thursday’s from 7.30 at The Scout Hall, Bouverie Rd, Stoke Newington, N16. All welcome and we play to all standards. Linda 07940559366. Rubber Medusas Bridge Group. Friendly, women only, social bridge group, meets on Tues at a central Lon- don venue from 7.30 pm. All levels. For info call Ros on 020 7727 5379. North Gay healthy Alliance Project: Pro- gramme of activities from rock clumb- ing to yoga, promoting holistic health. 0161 835 9880. Jessies: Walking and cycling group for all levels of ability. Contact by e: manchesterjessies@yahoo.co.uk Manchester Stingers Football Team: Lesbian football. www.manchestersting- ers.net or contact Lisa 0161 273 7128. Albert Kennedy Trust: 020 7831 6562 (London) 0161 228 3308 (Mancs). Housing advice for under 21’s. Antidote: 020 7437 3523. LGBT drug and alcohol project. Brighton Lesbian and Gay Switch- board. 01273 204050 DASL: 020 8257 3068. London drug and alcohol support. Lesbian and Gay Immigration Group: 020 7620 6010 London Lesbian & Gay Switch- board: 020 7837 7324 Lesbian Gay Christian Movement: LGCM, Oxford House, Derbyshire St, London, E2 6HG. 020 7739 1249. e: lgcm@lgcm.org.uk w: www.lgcm. org.uk PACE: 020 7700 1323. Health and welbeing Peer Support Project Mancs Youthline: 0800 169 7384. Tel info/support on Sats, 1-3pm. Pink Parents: 08701 273 274 Monday - Friday 9am - 12pm (excluding public holidays) Quest LGB Catholics: 0808 808 0234. Stonewall Housing Advice: 020 7359 5767. Stonewall: Campaign group for LGBT rights. 020 7881 9442. Unison: Works with LGBT commu- nity about work and employment problems. 0845 355 0845/0800 0967 968 (minicom). HELPLINES Groups Antidote:Antidote: support groups, Thurs drop-in, comple-support groups, Thurs drop-in, comple- mentary therapies around alcohol &mentary therapies around alcohol & drug issues.drug issues. Camden AdoptionCamden Adoption ELOP:ELOP: community events in Walthamstow.community events in Walthamstow. Youth, advice, counselling and groups.Youth, advice, counselling and groups. Outrage!:Outrage!: group. Regular meetings.group. Regular meetings. OutWest LGBTOutWest LGBT 020 8892 5061.020 8892 5061. details. Chris on 07834483866 or emaildetails. Chris on 07834483866 or email secretary@OutWest.org.uk. www.secretary@OutWest.org.uk. www. OutWest.org.ukOutWest.org.uk Lesbian and Gay Immigration Group:Lesbian and Gay Immigration Group: 020 7620 6010. 3rd Sat of the month,020 7620 6010. 3rd Sat of the month, 2pm. Legal advice Wed 6-8pm.2pm. Legal advice Wed 6-8pm. Islington LGB Forum:Islington LGB Forum: tween local police, the council & victimtween local police, the council & victim support. Rachael: 07989 747824.support. Rachael: 07989 747824. Jewish Group:Jewish Group: Jewish WomenJewish Women socials. For more information pleasesocials. For more information please contact judith@levitt.co.ukcontact judith@levitt.co.uk Kairos:Kairos: soho.org.uk. 56 Old Compton Street,soho.org.uk. 56 Old Compton Street, London W1D 4UE. Tuesday - Women’sLondon W1D 4UE. Tuesday - Women’s Voice, Sunday - Meditation.Voice, Sunday - Meditation. Kenric:Kenric: women in London.women in London. WC1 3XX. 0115 966 3638.WC1 3XX. 0115 966 3638. Lesbian Discussion GroupLesbian Discussion Group Gay’s The Word, 66 Marchmont Street.Gay’s The Word, 66 Marchmont Street. 020 7278 7654. Every Wednesday.020 7278 7654. Every Wednesday. LGBT Choir:LGBT Choir: 07980 02357807980 023578 LGB Youth GroupLGB Youth Group Group for under 26s. Tues 5-7pm inGroup for under 26s. Tues 5-7pm in Tower Hamlets. Scott: 020 7739 3082.Tower Hamlets. Scott: 020 7739 3082. London Friend:London Friend: 7837 3337.7837 3337. Metro50+:Metro50+: Last Tues of the month. 2-4pm. MetroLast Tues of the month. 2-4pm. Metro Ctre. Jackie: 020 8265 3311.Ctre. Jackie: 020 8265 3311. International Women’s Day For the women of the world Wednesday March 8 is a day to celebrate. It marks the annual International Women’s Day, an occasion recognised by women’s groups all around the globe to review how far they have come in their fight for equality, peace and development. The idea of an International Women’s Day first arose at the turn of the century, which was a period of expansion, turbulence and radical ideologies. The first official IWD was then held on March 19 1911 in Germany, Austria, Denmark and further European countries. German women selected this date because in 1848 the Prussian king had promised the vote for women. Now IWD is always celebrated on the same day (March 8) and is also commemorated at the United Nations, designated in many countries as a national holiday. After the first IWD, rallies were then attended by women everywhere to demand the right to vote, hold public office and the right to work, ensuring their equal role with men. This is why IWD is a time to reflect on the acts of courage and determination by ordinary women who have played an extraordinary role in the history of women’s rights. For 2006 events taking place all across the country can be found at: www. internationalwomensday.com Brent Council support queers On 23 February Brent Council held “Outing Intolerance” a conference celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender History Month. The meeting was chaired by Cllr. Ann John who so far has proved herself to be empathetic towards the diverse needs of gay people, be it Homo- phobia support, Civil Partnerships, Fostering and Adoption and many other issues. Present also were 3 speakers, Sue Sanders from “Schools OUT” (www.schools-out.org.uk), Bob Hodgson of the LGBT Advisory Group to the Metropolitan Police (www.lgb- tag.org) and Hannaan Big of Imaam, the Muslim LGBT group (www.imaan. org.uk). The conference prooved extremely educational and gave the LGBT com- munity an important opportunity to make a change in Brent www.brent.gov.uk IWD: 10 March g3 recommends “Girl Diva is a Monday weekly youth group for young women aged under 26. Events include social trips, informa- tion and support and the chance to meet other young women. ”For more info call 020 8348 1785. www.outzone.org For more listings and information on com- munity groups and gay or gay-friendly businesses, check out our directory section on www.g3mag.co.uk A one woman show and a musical extravaganza. Singer Actress Marie Angel traces the story of her life from outback Australia to many of the world’s major opera houses accompanied by an intimate soundtrack; the songs which have accompanied her through her life. Her musical journey stretches from Piaf to Puccini, The Beatles to Brahms via Duke Ellington and a host of operatic divas that she has made her own. Showing at The Drill Hall, 16 Chenies Street, London. March 8-19. Box office: 020 7307 5060. www.drillhall.co.uk. Saturday £10 / £7 concessions / Sunday – all tickets £7 ‘Til the Fat Lady Sings showing now! 44 g3 MARCH 2006 club listings Mar.indd 12 24/02/2006 22:39:09
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- 47. partnerships>> wills>> the lawstorethe law store The Civil Partnership Act makes a great difference for same-sex couples in terms of inheritance tax laws. You need a Will to make the most of your allowances, reports Laura McCaffrey of www.gay-friendly-wedding-venues.com Over the next few months, we will be focusing on the laws and developments surrounding the Civil Partnership Bill. Although councils are inundated with same-sex couples inquiring about the romantic notion of registering their partnership, few really understand the legal implications that the consummation involves. Find out the facts each month, while we educate you on the intrinsic legal matters you need to know before tying the knot. Civil Partnership Law: WillsPart 3 Legal Surgery If you do not make a Will, “the State determines what happens to your estate, whereas you should decide yourself,” says Lesley Gaskell of Cooper Sons Hartley & Williams Solicitors. “On top of this there are tax advantages to having a Will,” adds Caroline Bates of Newsome Vaughan. “Particularly with the arrival of the Civil Partnership Act, it is vital for civil partners to obtain appropriate inheritance tax advice to make best use of all available allowances. For example, gifts between spouses or Civil Partners are exempt from inheritance tax. This can, rather oddly, mean that allowances can be lost or wasted.” So if you gift some of your assets in your Will to individuals other than your Civil Partner or a special form of trust With Rachel Woodd from Osbornes Solicitors Q: I have recently divorced the father of my two children and would like to enter into a Civil Partnership with a female partner. Can she get custody rights for my children? A: Once you have entered into a Civil Partnership with your partner she will have the same legal status as that of a step parent. She will be able to make applications to the court for a number of orders in relation to your children including custody, now called Residence, without having to seek permission from the court first. If you enter into a Civil Partnership with your partner, she will also be able to obtain Parental Responsibility for your children. This gives all the rights and responsibilities for a child that a parent has and enables her to be involved in decisions to do with the children’s health and education. She can either do this with your consent, and that of your ex-husband’s, by completing a Parental Responsibility Agreement form, which you can do at your local family court, or if you or your ex husband do not consent then she can make an application to the court instead. When deciding whether to grant an application in matters relating to children the court will consider what is in their best interests. If the application is opposed and an agreement cannot be reached then a report can be carried out which will go through a checklist of factors, considering amongst other things the children’s wishes and feelings and their particular needs. The author of the report (called a Court Welfare Officer) will make a recommendation to the court as to what should happen. If you decide not to enter into a Civil Partnership then your partner could still obtain legal rights in relation to your children. If you and your ex-husband agree she could apply for a Joint Residence Order which would also include Parental Responsibility. Your ex husband needs to agree to this order because he has Parental Responsibility for your children, as you do. If he does not agree you would have to apply to the court and a Judge will consider if your application is in the child’s best interests. Rachel Woodd is a Family Law solicitor at Osbornes: 020 7485 8811. Please write in with your legal problems to legal@g3mag.co.uk. MARCH 2006 g3 47 (under which your Civil Partner can benefit) up to the level of the exemption allowance (currently £275,000), these will not be part of the survivor’s estate and therefore liable to inheritance tax when the second partner dies. On present values this can avoid the potential for an unnecessary tax bill of up to £110,000 on the death of the surviving spouse. A basic Will costs around £50-200 plus VAT. This can be done by email or telephone. “If you make a DIY Will you may not get it right, I have seen such Wills and the cost of proving the Will has been much greater to the estate than if the deceased had paid for a Will in the first place,” says Gaskell. p46-53 Legal/CP 24/2/06 19:30 Page 47
- 48. lawthelaw store 48 g3MARCH 2006 Christopher McNeil of Anthony Gold solicitors offers two warnings: “Make sure both partners’ Wills match, or all the joint assets can end up with the family of the survivor and the ‘first’ family receives nothing. Rememberanyexistingagreementaboutjointproperty ownership/occupation may not stand; matrimonial law will now apply in the event of a later dispute.” “A well-drafted, properly thought out Will could last you alifetime.However,formostofusit’swisetoreconsider our Wills every time a major change takes place in our lives,” adds Eve Carlile of Burton Woods solicitors. And finally, it’s worth remembering that if you have a Civil Partnership, you need to draw up a new Will to reflect the change. www.anthonygold.co.uk www.burtonwoods.com www.cshw.co.uk www.newsomevaughan.co.uk • Who is to deal with your estate – an executor. • Who is to deal with any funds held in trust (e.g. for children) – a trustee. • Who is to be legally responsible for the day-to-day care of children – a guardian. • List of gifts, be they an amount of money or specific items. • The gift of the majority of your estate (or the largest / highest priority) after the payment of small gifts and debts – Residuary Estate. • Alternative gift recipients can be listed (in case any predecease you). • Funeral directions. 1. Everyone should have a Will. Regrettably solicitors such as ourselvesdealwithmany disputed estates each year. This usually involves same-sex couples who don’t bother to make Wills, or straight cohabitees. The Intestacy Rules which come into play if a Will is not in place are quite clear – if cohabitees are not mentioned then under these rules the estate would go to the next of kin. 2. Wills are revoked upon entering intoaCivilPartnership ormarriage unless made in anticipation of doing so. So you may need to update your Wills. 3. A beneficiary under a Will can’t witness it – if they do then the gift to them fails. 4. Executors of the Will can be beneficiaries. Indeed it’s a good idea if they are, as they have an interest in ensuring that the will is properly dealt with and that a grant of probate to enable the estate to be administered is obtainedfromtheprobateregistry. 5. Take advantage of the nil rate band for Inheritance Tax currently set at £275,000. Anything above this is taxable at 40%. Transfers on death between Civil Partners are exempt from the tax, as are gifts to charities and neither of these form part of the nil rate band. 6. Roughly work out the value of your assets before you see your solicitor. This will enable them to better advise you on tax planning. 7. Think about the following prior to attending the solicitors: • Who will be your executors? • Whom you want gifts to go to? • What happens if those people have predeceased you and whom you want the gifts to go to then. 8. Life insurance policies may go outside the Will if they are named to be paid out to a specific person – remember this! 9. Think about your animals. Who istohavethemanddoyouwant to leave anything for their upkeep. 10. Pensions. Unless there is a nomination for a partner the pension may die with you. Most pensions are discretionary and the trustees of the fund decide who they pay out to. If in any doubt nominate your partner with the pension fund and check the rules of that fund. Don’t leave it too late, as most won’t pay out to someone who is not a Civil Partner or nominee. 11. If you die and your children are minors, think about who will look after them. Also, think about advancing money for their upkeep, plus at what age they will receive their full share of the estate. 12. Be open and honest when making a Will with your solicitor. If ‘your friend’ is your partner then say so. Solicitors are not allowed to discriminate and this will allow them to speak more freely about planning your Will and reducing taxation. If you are unsure as to which solicitor to seeaskfriends forrecommendations or go to a gay or gay-friendly firm. What you can include in a Will: Top Tips when making a Will Bernard McKenna is a Gay Solicitor at B. J. McKenna & Co Solicitors specialising in Family Law, Wills and Probates. B. J. McKenna & Co, 182A Heaton Moor Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester SK4 4DU, 0161 432 5757 With Bernard McKenna from BJ McKenna & Co. Solicitors p46-53 Legal/CP 24/2/06 19:30 Page 48
- 49. lawthelaw store We areoften asked, “Why do you need to have a gay-friendly directory, surely everyone is cool these days?” I wish. The question always comes from straight people, and undoubtedly they mean well. They think that because the law has changed and our relationships are now legally recognised, the battle for equality is won. Sadly, there is still a long way to go. Some hotels do refuse gay custom, even for a double bed for the night, let alone a wedding. Others even take the time and trouble to email us unpleasant comments – one photographer felt the need to point out that civil partnerships are “against god and against nature.” What amazing arrogance – we certainly don’t need approval from prejudiced people like that! The vast majority of hotels and services we speak to are gay-friendly and are keen to cater to the gay community. They see the busi- ness benefits of a brand new market, for sure. But they are also committed to providing equal service to all. But the wider point remains. With attitudes like the bigots above still around, there is an obvious need for gay-friendly services. Nicola Hill is co-founder of wwww.gay-friendly-wedding-venues.com By Nicola Hill Opinion MARCH 2006 g3 49 Next month: Civil Partnership Law: Pre-nuptials & Pre-Civil Partnership Agreements Part 4 p46-53 Legal/CP 24/2/06 19:32 Page 49
- 50. lawthelaw store For themodern-day solicitor it’s not all work and briefcases at dawn. Each month we break up the brief and turn the tables by putting our favourite solicitors on trial. In the Spotlight Name: Haema Sundram Company: Lynch & Co. Solicitors – Family Law specialists Age: 41 Single/Civil Partner: I live with my partner and our four-year-old minx of a daughter! Are you affiliated to any gay organisations? I am a member of the Gay Business Association. I do outreach work with lesbian and gay organisations and I give lectures and workshops on how the law onchildren/parentingissuesandproperty ownership affects same-sex couples. What section of Law do you specialise in? I am a family lawyer – an accredited specialist in cohabitation law and children law. I am also a trained ‘collaborative family lawyer’ and I am able to deal with problems in a collaborative way to try to avoid cases going to court, which is expensive, time-consuming and emotionally draining for clients. Has there ever been new legislation that you haven’t agreed with? If so, what? Section 28 sent a terrible message to young people about their freedom to express their sexuality and it took far too long to be repealed . What is the hardest part of the job? I have practised family law for the lesbian and gay community for 12 years. Especially in the early years, there were elements of prejudice in the legal system and the clients suffered as a result. What do you love about the job? I have been very happy to see the advances that have been made in the law and in the judges’ comments on lesbian and gay rights which are getting more and more positive all the time. I hope that along the way I have made a small contribution. What has been the most successful achievement of your career? I was very proud to have been named The Times Lawyer of the Week in January this year as a result of a case I was involved in about same-sex parenting issues and donor fathers. I also found it a privilegetobeinvolvedinthecampaigning and the consultation process for the Civil Partnership Act through my involvement on the executive committee of the Lesbian and Gay Lawyers Association How has your firm prepared for Civil Partnership? I had a great deal of involvement in the Civil Partnership Bill as it went through the consultation process. As a family law practitioner,Ihavebeeninvolvedinadvising lesbians and gay men on issues as it affects same-sex relationships, children and property. As a practice, the majority of our solicitors are lesbian or gay and will have a sympathetic ear for you! What do you think is the biggest benefit legally to come out of Civil Partnership? Finally same-sex couples will be able to sign up to the rights and responsibilities that come with entering into a Civil Partnership and obtain recognition and support for our relationships and alternative family structures. I hope in due course that it will bring about more positive changes in societal attitudes Do you think you would ever register your partnership and in what circumstances? Hmm, I’ll have to see if there’s room on my ‘to do’ list... Can you also give us details about your company? Lynch & Co is a specialist family law practice. We have accredited family lawyers here with expertise in all areas of family law especially on how the law affects same sex couples in relation to property and children and parenting issues. We also deal with divorce and financial applications when marriage and relationships break down. We are a small friendly practice and we take a constructive and conciliatory approach to family law related issues. 50 g3 MARCH 2006 p46-53 Legal/CP 24/2/06 19:33 Page 50
- 51. MARCH 2006 g351 Theessentialguideto Civil Partnerships Nearly three months in and it seems more and more couples out there are ready to tie the knot. If interest in our site is anything to go by, the numbers are growing rather than tailing off as some pundits had predicted. Interestingly, the people we talk to all thetime–fromvenuestophotographers and registrars – tell us that female couples are catching up with men in registering their Civil Partnerships. On the first day Civil Partnerships became legal in England and Wales (Northern Ireland and Scotland were two and one day before respectively), some 687 couples registered their partnerships. The ratio was roughly two male couples to every female couple. Predictably, the Government can’t tell us the breakdown since then, or even the numbers, but anecdotally we hear that the girls are catching up, and the ratio is now around 60% to 40% in some London boroughs, for example. And it’s easy to see why. When all the dust of the publicity settles, the bottom line is that registering your Civil Partnership gives you all the rights of a heterosexual married couple such as pension benefits and parental, next of kin and inheritance rights. Islington Registry Office Marriages aren’t getting much of a look-in at Islington Registry Office, where some 60-70 same-sex couples have had their Civil Partnerships since December. The very first was Viktoria Kingsley and her partner Fiona Dunning who tied the knot at 8am on December 21. Viktoria has been the Registrar of Marriages and now Civil Partnerships there for two years, and was keen to be the first, largely to make sure her colleagues were able to come before they became really busy with the nine Civil Partnerships and one marriage taking place that day. After a wedding breakfast at Jamie Oliver’s restaurant 15, Viktoria went back to work because she didn’t want to miss out on such a big day. “It’s a real lift doing Civil Partnerships rather than marriages,” she says. “It’s been so long coming, and everyone is alwaysreallyhappy.Thereisalotoflove in the room. Everyone in Islington really enjoys them and is totally supportive.” Couples having Civil Partnerships at the Town Hall so far range in age from early 20s to a couple in their 80s who had been together for 58 years. The majority have been in their 30s and 40s. It is seven and a half years since Viktoria noticed Fiona “the second she walked in” to a bar in Sydney – Viktoria is from New Zealand and Fiona is Australian. “We always had confidence in our relationship, but now it does make us feel a more secure, more grown-up,” Viktoria concludes. www.islington.gov.uk Welcome to our new section on civil partnerships. Each month Laura McCaffrey of www.gay-friendly-wedding-venues.com will be looking at a different aspect of how the new legislation is affecting our lives – whether you choose to take the plunge or not! Pic©JaneMurrayPhotographers Pic©VenusAphrodite p46-53 Legal/CP 24/2/06 19:33 Page 51
- 52. 52 g3 MARCH2006 civil partnerships advice and Pink Friendly Wedding Service Providers who can help you organise and plan your perfect day. We pride ourselves on being an informative online wedding services directory created exclusively for the gay and lesbian community. Pinkweddingdays.co.uk promotes information on wedding venues, wedding essentials (cakes florists, cars, and photographers etc), honeymoons, gifts, wedding planners, Spartan stags and diva nights. Our plans also include the sponsorship of charities such as THT, Stonewall and Pink Parents to name but a few. If you are planning to hold your perfect wedding or would like more information or how to advertise with us please visit www.pinkweddingdays.co.uk. Civil Partnerships are here to stay Female same-sex couples formed 1,138 Civil Partnerships in England and Wales in just over a month of the new laws being passed. New statistics have been formed since Civil Partnerships began on December 21 up until January 31 2006 and reports suggest that this figure is going to grow exponentially. A total of 3,648 Civil Partnerships were recorded from December 2005 until the end of January. Legislation has now been passed allowing same-sex couples to celebrate their commitment to each other in a legally recognised ceremony. It has been estimated that more than 10,000 same-sex couples plan to marry in 2006. With this in mind, www.pinkweddingdays.co.uk was established early last year with the aim of supporting same-sex couples as a resource tool; offering useful tips, News just in... Pic©JaneMurrayPhotographers p46-53 Legal/CP 24/2/06 19:34 Page 52
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- 55. Key Workers Part2: Shared Ownership property>> interiors>> home & livinghome & living Many of us hear the phrase Key Workers and Shared Ownership schemes, but are not totally familiar with what they are and represent. In the upcoming issues, g3 is going to be taking an in-depth look at various schemes and we will be outlining eligibility criterion. If you applied for a Key Workers Shared Ownership a few yearsago when they first started,be aware that eligibility haschanged. Hackney-basedteacher Ruth Jones, 25 sent g3 an email saying she was turned down for a scheme in the past as she was living in a housingassociation flat at the time.David Campbell of ServiteHousing replies: “In relationto the question regarding theteacher, she would qualifyregardless of whether sheis a HA tenant or not.” Hot TipHot Tip MARCH 2006 g3 55 Key Workers and Shared Ownership is simply the only way for many people to get their foot on the housing ladder. If you have any questions please email linda@g3magazine.co.uk or if you recently entered a scheme and have encountered problems, let us know and we’ll look into them for you. Key fact Did you know that you could only need £2500 worth of savings to get on the housing market! Contact Key Workers is a government-led initiative. For more info please check out www. keyworkerliving.co.uk Shared Ownership Many schemes consider anyone earning over £20k per year to be a Key Worker and thus qualify. These schemes are generally known as Shared Ownership schemes. For example, if a property is worth £250k on the open market you could buy a 50% share for £125k and you would part-own the scheme you buy with. INplace is the sales team for the Hyde Group, responsible for the sale of shared ownership properties (part-buy, part-rent), intermediate market rent and outright sales. INplace assist first time buyers to purchase or rent affordable homes of their own that they might not have been able to access themselves. INplace also have a range of properties available to buy or let to Key Workers, helping in the retention and recruitment of this valuable work force. For further details of properties currently available please telephone the sales team on 020 8297 7591 or visit www.inplace.co.uk (part of Hyde Housing Association) by Linda Riley Sarah Train is a Football Development and Policy officer who has recently purchased a two-bedroom Victorian garden flat in Hackney through www.yourhomefinder.co.uk on a Shared Ownership scheme. Sarah points out that if you buy a flat under these schemes you are legally bound to sell to another Shared Ownership buyer. However, if no one comes through to buy within eight weeks, you can put your flat on the open market. Contact Katie or Danielle on 01622 695449 or visit www.yourhomefinder.co.uk p54-57 Property 24/2/06 19:42 Page 55
- 56. 56 g3 MARCH2006 home& living WithKatieMcCrum IT’S CARNIVAL TIME! Get ready for a colour explosion. Vibrant colours are the hottest new thing! There’s nothing like a bold splash of colour to brighten up any space. This season’s festival colour palette lets you decorate with a multitude of shades. It’s the colourful backlash against stark minimalism. Think of the vibrancy and life of Brazil and Mexico, both cultures use an array of colour on the home front and fashion catwalks with striking and dazzling results. Anything goes with this carnival theme. Stick to brightness rather than muted shades and introduce a clash of pattern, try multi-coloured barcode stripes painted on a wall. ARE YOU READY FOR OUR HOT CARNIVAL COLOUR ROUNDUP? Give this a go: Main wall in Prairie Gold Solo One Coat emulsion, £16.99, stripes in: Sleek Feature Wall High Sheen emulsion, £12.99, Aqua Source Kitchen and Bathroom emulsion, £15.99, Lulu matt emulsion, £13.99, Purple Heart Solo One Coat emulsion, £16.99. All from Crown Paint at www.crownpaints.co.uk. For design or building tips and a free consultation, call Katie at London Rooms Design Ltd. 07767 473444, or email: katiemccrum@londonroomsdesign.co.uk Key Workers Part 3: Other great schemes currently available Next month Buying a property in the Docklands area is becoming more affordable, thanks to new Shared Ownership developments at Albert Basin and Royal Victoria Docks. The Grainstore warehouse redevelopment is just one of these new schemes. Situated alongside the Excel Centre and Custom House DLR, the properties offer contemporary, secure living in the heart of this fast-growing area close to the 2012 Olympic sites. There are one-bed properties available at this site for part buy/part rent through Community Home Ownership (CHO). Prices start from £80,000 for a 40% share of a one-bed apartment. Over at Royal Quay, in Albert Basin, there are 29 Shared Ownership units available now with an additional 38 available in July 2007. Many have views over the docks and all are modern, spacious, light apartments with high quality kitchen and bathroom fittings and balconies. Prices start at £73,500 for a 35% share of a one-bed property on the fifth floor. CHO also has other properties coming up for sale in North and East London – on Kingsland Road, next to the Regents Canal – and in White Lion Street, close to Angel tube and all the amenities of Islington’s Upper Street. For details of these and other properties available through Community Home Ownership (CHO) please call 0207 428 1133 or visit www.home-ownership.org.uk Dr Design Dr Design If you have any property questions, contact linda@g3magazine.co.uk Redeveloping the DocklandsRedeveloping the Docklands p54-57 Property 24/2/06 19:46 Page 56
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- 59. beauty>> well-being>> hhealth &fitness Amazin’s Tip This massage can help to relieve back pain, tight muscles and can also stimulate your internal systems and bodily organs. Ayurvedic massage techniques offer relaxation, circulation and elimination of toxins. If adopted into a daily routine, these massage treatments can even help to rejuvenate and replenish the body. In ancient times, Ayuverdic clinics didn’t provide massages regularly, as everyone gave and received them. When patients required a special treatment, they were referred to masters in the field who could use the appropriate Ayuverdic techniques. MARCH 2006 g3 59 Kalari Marma Massage ThisisatraditionalAyurvedicmassageused by therapists to stimulate specific points on your body. The therapist applies pressure to your body via their hands and feet. Shirodhara Massage This is an Ayurvedic massage in which warm herbalised oil or sesame oil combined with sunflower oil is poured on to the centre of the forehead down into the scalp, while being gently rubbed into the hair. Abhyanga: Ayuredic Whole Body Massage A deep and relaxing Ayurvedic herb infused oil massage that brings harmony, strength and rejuvenation, as well as detoxifying your entire body. The massage also improves your lymphatic system and helps stimulate the immune system. Amazin’s Tip I regularly have this treatment once a month and can highly recommend it! There are too many benefits to list but above all, this mas- sage rejuvenates your scalp and hair by adding moisture, vitality and thickness. Amazin’s Tip If you lack energy and need a new lease of life this massage is for you. This treatment brings calmness and tranquillity to the body while strengthening your nervous system. Treatments today consist of herbal remedies, Ayurvedic massages, and diet and lifestyle planning tailored to individual needs. Massage Your Way into Health • Increases your bodily self-awareness and sensitivity. • Reduces your stress, tension and anxiety levels. • Calms and balances your nervous system. • Relaxes, focuses and clears your mind of clutter. • Helps to improve and maintain your posture. • Reconnects you with your mind and body. • Promotes a greater feeling of well-being and helps lift your self-image. Jambo is an Ayurvedic Specialist Massage Therapist and is available nationwide for treatments on 07861 306286 Amazin is a former international competitive bodybuilder. She has numerous radio programs in California and New York and is a renowned fitness television expert in America and many international magazines. Books available by Amazin LeThi, Get Fit Home Training and Total Strength Training For Women See www.amazinlethi.com for further info. Benefits of Massage Pics feature Jambo With fitness experts Amazin Le Thi & Jambo This year’s Pride season is set to be the biggest yet, and with summer fast approaching it’s time to think about shaping up your humps and those lovely lady lumps. Soho Gyms areknownfortheirurban chic,cutting-edge facilities and fun approach to fitness, attracting a diverse and cosmopolitan member- ship that loves to party. Their empha- sis is on friendly qualified staff, great classes and a full range of fitness equipment and services to help their members reach their physical and mental goals. With last month’s opening party for their fifth and biggest Central London Club, every- body who is anybody is talking about Soho Gyms. They offer flexible memberships to suit any London lifestyle without contracts or joining fees. See website www.sohogyms.com for gyms based in Clapham Common, Earls Court, Camden Town, Waterloo and Covent Garden. p58-59 Health 24/2/06 19:49 Page 59
- 60. Wild at Heart 60g3 MARCH 2006 African adventures If you’re looking for a full-service camping trip for a group of six to12 people, try Exodus – it’s one of the leading adventure travel companies specialising in small group holidays and the 19-night excursion is the jewel in the crown of camping holidays. It’s perfect for those who enjoy group holidays with a bit of extra excitement. You take in Kruger National Park, the pristine beaches of Mozambique, the Kingdom of Swaziland, mountains of Lesotho plus the famed Garden Route and the wonderful Cape Town. If you fancy being philanthropic rather than decadent, The Imaginative Traveller has introduced an Imaginative Volunteer programme for 2006 including a 13-night trip to Kenya that features a five-day home-building project in the Kalahari Desert combined with a traditional safari holiday, taking in the Samburu and Masai Mara National Reserves. No building experience is necessary, just a desire to help local Kenyans in need of simple and decent homes. It’s a great way to get out and about travelling while helping someone less fortunate. You need to be able to pay the fares as well as raising a local donation, which you can do by fundraising ideas at home. There’s nothing more exciting than the feeling of exploring the great wilds of Africa and now there are more and more packages aimed at women, there is no excuse for not being adventurous and heading out to snatch a peek of some big game. The thought of sleeping under the stars atop a great tree and dining in the open air could surely tempt anyone away from their usual annual jaunt to Gran Canaria and it really wouldn’t cost you much more. There is so much choice out there, that it would be difficult to make a decision without doing some research, but you will find that there are plenty of guided tours that will ensure you are safe while exploring some of the amazing sites that Africa has to offer. Whether you want a break that is value for money or feel the need to be treated like a princess, there is something for you. If you’ve ever fancied getting away from it all and taking in the great outdoors, there’s more to life than camping in Cornwall as Christine Townsend discovers. Kruger National Park, South Africa Masai women, Kenya Mozambique p60-63 Travel 24/2/06 20:12 Page 60
- 61. WILD WILD travelholidays>> travel>> MARCH 2006g3 61 Fancy climbing a rock face and being suspended from an overhang? Then scale up Mount Kilimanjaro. This trip offers a chance to climb to the top of Africa’s highest free-standing mountain, which logs in at a phenomenal 19,344 feet. Choose from one of the five routes to the pinnacle depending upon your ability – all offer breathtaking views over the landscape and the mountain’s three volcanoes – moving up from dry plains through rainforests and alpine meadows to the freezing summit. Few other places on earth deliver such varied and awe-inspiring landscapes. It takes less than a week to get to and return from the summit on one of these tours and you’ll need at least a day to acclimatise. It’s the perfect opportunity to trek or go on a safari in the Kilimanjaro Forest Reserve, offering you a real up-close and personal opportunity to see Africa’s athletic game. Whatever you choose, you are sure to experience some once in a lifetime sights, and you’ll be guaranteed something more exotic and exciting than many holidays on offer. What’s more, if you can spend it with a group of friends, it really doesn’t matter that you don’t have access to bars, clubs and pubs because you’ll be able to make your own fun wherever you go – and have some pretty interesting tales to recount when you get home. Exodus Holidays range from one-week cultural tours in Europe to exploratory trips to some of the most remote parts of the world. Exodus offers a wide range of trips including walking, trekking, biking, wildlife and cultural tours, along with adventure trips for families and exciting ‘multi activity’ itineraries. Visit www.exodus.co.uk for more information. The Imaginative Traveller trip has a May or August departure and costs £585, land-only, plus £300 donation and US$275 local payment. These costs include 13 nights accommodation (one hotel in Nairobi, seven camping on safari, five basic dormitory while house-building) with most meals. UK flights extra. 01473 667 337 www.imaginative-volunteers.com Mount Kilimanjaro is available from £1,499 per person including return flights from London Heathrow with BA, seven night’s accommodation (B&B in lodge and full board on climb), plus airport transfers. Valid until March 31 2006, or August 1 to October 31 2006 from www.blacktomato.co.uk Safari Pride offers small gay-led safari groups and bespoke safaris to the game reserves of Southern Africa. For more info contact one of the guys on 08700 723 274 or visit www.safaripride.co.uk Safari so good Mount Kilimanjaro p60-63 Travel 24/2/06 20:13 Page 61
- 62. With just fivemonths left, the organisation is proud to announce that Martina Navratilova has joined their Circle of Champions. Navratilova will actively participate in the International Conference on LGBT Human Rights, which will be held for three days before the Opening Ceremony of the Outgames. The world-renowned tennis champion and sports legend will present the Declaration of Montréal with Olympic medalist and Outgames Co-President Mark Tewksbury at the Opening Ceremony on 29 July 2006. Log onto: www.montreal2006.org/ concours/en_welcome.html Bonne chance! For more information: www.montreal2006.org 29 July-5 August 2006 To be in with a chance of winning a copy of the Lonely Planet Guide to Africa on a Shoestring, text the word SAFARI followed by a space to 81800. Good luck! Texts cost 60p each win!win! travel Montreal Outgames latest! 62 g3 MARCH 2006 IF you intend to photograph animals in the wild, invest in the largest lens you can carry. DON’T go in for a close up! As for people and places of interest make sure you smile broadly and get approval. The better prepared you are for your journey, the more you will enjoy the experience so learn a bit about where you are going first! NEVER buy goods made from endangered species like ivory carvings or crocodile boots. Supporting local arts and crafts is great. Bartering is expected in most places but don’t haggle lower and lower just because you can. Have some respect for the value of the goods and pay a fair price. SUNSCREEN. Wear It! Our climate doesn’t give us a chance to fight off harmful rays. We all want a tan but don’t make it your downfall. Sunstroke will loose you two or three very uncomfortable days of your holiday! IN HOT CLIMATES and on long flights, body parts have a habit of swelling and smelling. Wear loose cotton, a good deodorant and don’t skimp on a comfortable pair of shoes and a decent backpack. Jimmy Choos and Gucci just don’t work on this sort of holiday! Swap your lipstick for lip salve and keep those lovely lips soft (well you never know!) For further information, contact Jo Bell at Madison Travel on 0207 690 6878 or jo@madisontravel.co.uk Jo’s Travel TipsJo’s Travel Tips g3 are the Exclusive UK Women’s Media Partner to the Montreal Games p60-63 Travel 24/2/06 20:14 Page 62
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- 64. g3 directory travel FerrisWheel Hotel, Lynne & Sheena welcome you to a friendly & relaxed atmosphere. Tel. 01253 625817, www.blackpool-holidays.com Legends Hotel, quality accommodation for gay men and women. Close to station, town and gay scene. Tel. Jill or Angela 01253 620300, www.legendshotel.co.uk The Shaftesbury, for good food and friendly faces. Off Queen’s Prom. One- night stays welcome/mid week specials. Tel. Fiona or Jayne 01253 352453 The Village, gay-owned hotel. 2 minutes to sea and bars. Very competitive rates. Tel. 01253 622136, email: thevillagehotel@aol.com Ambassador Hotel, 24 en-suite rooms, sea views and minutes walk from all venues. Women especially welcome. Tel. 01273 676869, www.gayambassadorbrighton.co.uk Court Craven Hotel, exclusively gay and lesbian. 1 min from pubs, clubs and seafront. Tel. Vic 01273 607710 Sea Spray Boutique Hotel, lesbian-owned sea-front themed hotel. Non-smoking, veggie/vegan options. Tel. Karen 01273 680332, email: seaspray@brighton.co.uk. Cornwall, holiday accommodation for women only. B&B and self-catering. Rural, close to beaches. Brochure: 01852 822609 email: Sheila.gwyn@virgin.net Penzance, Glencree House. Relax and unwind. Large Victorian guesthouse with sea views. Fantastic for exploring West Cornwall, open all year. Tel. Helen or Kate 01736 362026, email: stay@glencreehouse.co.uk, www.glencreehouse.co.uk. St Ives, women-run vegetarian B&B with harbour views. Non smoking. Tel. 01736 794617, www.g-escape.freeuk.com. Lake District, holiday cottage, from £250pw. Non Smoking, pets welcome! Women’s B&B from £18pn. Tel. 01931 716638 Lake District, Georgian residence B&B from £14pp/pn. En-suite. Tel. Tom 01946 61860 South Lakes, 18th-century converted coach house near sea and lakes. W/E or longer breaks. Women only. Tel. Dot 01229 582399 The Knoll, Lake Windermere, country house, nestling in secluded woodland close to the shores of Lake Windermere. Women only breaks and house parties are our speciality! Tel. Jenny or Tracy 015395 31347, www.theknoll-lakeside.co.uk Rembandt Hotel, accommodation available from £35pn, including breakfast. Tel. 0161 2361311 The Millstone, gay friendly hotel just off Piccadilly, rooms from £25pn. Tel. 0161 839 0213 North Norfolk, The Old Chapel, affordable luxury in beautiful north Norfolk with Reiki, Reflexology & aromatherapy too. Tel. Paula or Fran 01328 878996, www.theoldchapelguesthouse.co.uk North Norfolk, delightful, contemporary self-catering cottage, sleeps 4. Very comfortable and well equipped, easy reach of stunning coastline. Tel. 01508 483992 Isle of Mull, Ardachy House Hotel, STB ***, self-catering also available all-year round. Lesbian-owned and run, beautiful quiet location, sea-views and beach. Tel. Cathy or Maggie 01681 700505, email: info@ardachy.co.uk, www.ardachy.co.uk. Edinburgh, contemporary guesthouse, lesbian owned. Close to all attractions. 10 mins walk to bars and clubs. Tel. 0131 5542187, email: acorn-guesthouse@talk21.com, www.acorn-edinburgh.com. Frog Marsh, Self-catering cottage, sleeps 2 in Alford Aberdeenshire. Welcoming, contemporary and relaxed. Tel: Louise & Cindy 019755 71355, email: stay@frogmarsh.com, www.frogmarsh.com. Aberdeen, lesbian holidays, spacious self-catering apartment. Sleeps 4. Easy access to the city. Tel. Anne 0772 9773918 www.lesbianholiday.clara.co.uk. Edinburgh, Mackenzie Guest House, gay-owned. Comfortable rooms. Close to city centre and gay scene. Tel. Scott or Ken 0131 5543763, email: info@mackenzieguesthouse.co.uk, www.mackenzieguesthouse.co.uk Cannich, Scottish highlands, small women’s B&B. 12 miles from Loch Ness. Tel. Mary 01456 415213 Shropshire hills, Just For 2, self-catering cottage. Wonderful walking, peace and privacy. Larger cottage also available. Tel. Jane or Jacky 01743 891117, email: jane.traies@btopenworld.com. The Georgian Guest House, 5 diamond grade II listed guest house. Close to Suffolk heritage coast. Tel. Maria & Claire 01728 603337, email: enquiries@thegeorgian-house.com, www.thegeorgian-house.com South Wales, Apple Cottage, Wonderful mountain and costal walking. Log fires, central heating and constant H/W, large garden. Sleeps 2-8. Tel. 01269 822186 / 07968 026475. www.cosywelshcottages.co.uk West Wales, Vegetarian B&B, 18th-century Georgian mansion, nestled amongst woodlands in beautiful West Wales. Tel. 01237 811155, email: info@overtherainbow.co.uk, www.overtherainbowwales.co.uk West Wales Cozy cottage for 2. C/Heated. Wood burner. Quiet rural location. Great for walking/cycling. Tel: Cath 01558 650695 Snowdonia, magnificent scenery & beaches. A friendly welcome all year round. Exclusively lesbian & gay. Tel Richard 01654 791209 The Grove Hotel, Lesbian-owned 4-star guesthouse. Within 40 minutes of Welsh coast, close to Snowdonia and Brecon Beacons. Tel. 01686 622591, email: thegrovenewtown@aol.com Bridlington, East Yorkshire, central, comfortable, friendly, licensed B&B. Over 16s only, en-suites, open all year round. Tel. Ruth or Jas 01262 676661, www.auldstrathavenhotel.co.uk. Blackpool Brighton Cornwall Cumbria Manchester Norfolk Shropshire Suffolk Wales Scotland Yorkshire >> 64 g3 MARCH 2006 p64-67 classifieds 25/2/06 12:27 Page 64
- 65. Hotel de laBretonnerie, Rural France 22 rue Ste-Croux-de-la-Bretonnerie. 33-1/48.87.77.63. 17th-century hotel with Louis Xlll decor. Enjoy a peacefull break near St. Emilion/Bergerac/Bordeaux. Accomodation for 2-8. Tel. 0033 553611014. www.volets-verts.com Arco Hotel, Berlin, Geisbergstr30.Gay-ownedandrunB&B, centrally located. Tel. 0049 2351480 Artemisia Women’s Hotel, Berlin Brandenburgischestr 18 (at Konstanzertr), the only hotel for women in Berlin. Quiet rooms, bars, sundeck with an impressive view. Tel. 0049 8738905 Galway, West Ireland. Side By Side, women-only B&B (owned and run by lesbians) Tel. 00353 91592760 Florence, Italy. Women’s B&B in central historical building. 4 rooms overlooking inner gardens. 0039 0552480056 Rome, Domus International, lesbian/ gay short-term apartment rentals in the heart of rome. Tel. 0039 6889 2918 Amsterdam, Clemens hotel. Small hotel in Amsterdam centre. Women- owned and run. Tel. 0031 6246089 Amsterdam, The Collector B&B, De Lairessestr 46 (in museum area). full breakfast and gay-owned and run. Tel. 0031 11010105 Amsterdam, Crowne Plaza, City Centre, NZ Voorburgwal 5, gay-friendly. Swimming pool. Tel. 0031 6200500 Barcelona, Aparts B&B, Gran Via de las Corts Catalanes. Gay-friendly hostel in city centre. Tel. 0034 688286263 Catalonia Barcelona Plaza, Plaza d’Espanya 6-8 (across from Montjuic Castle), swimming, jucuzzi, restaurant and piano bar. Tel. 0034 934262600 Gran Canaria, Canary Islands. luxury 1 bed apartment in Los Tilos complex, central Playa Del Ingles. Tel. Tina 01246 431948 or 07765 030303 email: christinawright40@hotmail.com Lanzarote, Canary Islands. La Molina, lesbian-run guesthouse in the rural heart of Lanzarote, within easy reach of all parts of the island. Tel. Isabel or Susana 0034 928529266, email: info@casalamolina.com, www.casalamolina.com Madrid, Pension HispaDomus, San Bartolome 4, gay owned and run. Tel. 0034 915238127 Spanish Holidays For Women in the stylish Hotel Los Olivos. 45 minutes from Malaga airport, 20 mins from fabulous beaches. Tel. 01934 626162, www.spanishholidaysforwomen.com. Cape Cod, country home, situated on the bay side of Cape Cod. Set in an acre lot with a secluded garden and swimming pool. Gay-owned, agent operated. Tel. 08700 780195 Highlands Inn, lesbian paradise! “one of the best gay/lesbian guesthouses in North America” – Planet Out. www.highlandsinn-nh.com. Long Beach, Beachrunners’ Inn, 231 Kennebec Ave. Lesbian and gay men B&B, near beach. Tel. 001 562 8560202 LA, West Hollywood, The Grove Guesthouse, 1325 N Orange Grove Ave (at Sunset) 1 bdm villa, hot tub, swimming pool, gay-owned and run. Tel. 001 323 6544600 San Francisco, 18th Inn Castro, Victorian guest house in the Castro for lesbians and gay men. Tel. 001 415 252 7192 San Francisco, Belvedere House, Popular gay and lesbian guest house, just up the hill from the heart of the Castro. Wall-to-wall books, art and style, gay-owned and run. Tel. 001 415 7316654 Miami Beach, The Century, 140 Ocean Drive, gay-friendly, restored art deco guesthouse – celebrity hangout Tel. 001 305 6748855 France Italy Germany Ireland Netherlands Spain/Spanish Islands USA To advertise on these pages call Gemma on 020 7272 0093 Skala Eressos on Lesbos has long been a place of pilgrimage for lesbians (after all where else can we find so many of our name sakes?), but like any other Greek holiday resort is subject to the winds of change. “In our way we are creating a new Eressos,” says Chris Preece, owner of Eresso’s first boutique holiday service, Purple Hat. “We want lesbians to realise that Eressos is a place for cultural stimulation and celebration as well as cocktails by the sea.” “Last year saw the most successful September Women’s Festival ever,” says Chris. “We had music, dance, theatre, poetry and club nights. What is not often realised by visitors is that the talented women who organised the festival are active all year round.” Currently in Eressos there are ongoing art workshops, a writers group, an improvisation theatre company, and a women’s band in rehearsal. This year the workshops and events that were in the festival will be offered throughout the summer. Local women have established an animal sanctuary, gourmet restaurants, a Beautiful Launderette, a new digital photography centre and internet cafe. Visitors can use the services of massage, reiki, shiatsu, astrology, osteopathy, and meditation practitioners and there are painters, photographers and a goldsmith all pro- ducing work in Eressos. “We need women to continue to come here,” says Chris. “The landscape is beautiful, the wildlife abounds, there is a gorgeous unspoilt coastline, a naturist beach and all this creativity. Plus, women have the chance to explore the island itself – the hot springs, archaeological sites and the Greek hospitality.” Eressos holidays includes the chance to socialise in the lesbian bars and on the beach and to stay in women-only accommodation at the Eressos House rooms, Heliotopos, Antiopi and Mascot hotels, but above all, to discover that the sub-Benidorm, lager-lout image portayed by the infamous Channel 4 documentary is history. Purple Hat Holidays, 0030 22530 53682 0030 6972687842 (Mobile), chrispreece1@hotmail.com Surprising Lesbos by Felicity Yates MARCH 2006 g3 65 p64-67 classifieds 25/2/06 12:29 Page 65
- 66. Electrician, no jobtoo small Tel. 07850 767283 Lambco Lighting, design and installation, electrical work. Tel. Richard 07917 221639 No Job too big, No job too small, carpentry, plumbing, electrics, painting, decorating, fitted kitchens, bathrooms, tiling, plastering. Tel. 07956 967418 (mobile) 020 8923 4268 (home) Women in Labour, odd jobs, carpentry tiling and decorating No job too small. Tel. 07740 656 617 Building & Decorating g3 directory business Introductions Bookshops Cleaning Design & Computing Photography Experienced Cleaner, Tel. 07704 606331 Microsoft Qualified Engineer, Got nightmares about what your PC is doing behind your back?! Don’t get mad... get even! Call the expert on 07843 250325 Ask for Adrian Danny’s Removals, Tel. 07956 448788 G-Removals, domestic and commercial removals. Professional service and competitive prices. Tel. 020 8466 5830, 0777 5772605 www.g-removals.co.uk Helpful Man, with large van Tel. Jim 07974 392829 Move4Less, removals & clearance. No job too small, Experienced and insured Tel. 0207 8670 6476, 07951 270267 Removals To be included in the g3 business directory, please call Gemma on 020 7272 0093 >> 66 g3 MARCH 2006 p64-67 classifieds 25/2/06 12:30 Page 66
- 67. Retail Counselling & Therapy Recruitment EventOrganisers MARCH 2006 g3 67 South Norwood Women’s Counselling Practice, London SE25 Person-Centred Individual, General and Transcultural Counselling, Dramatherapy and Supervision. Tel: Shirani or Maya 0870 1121 613 07903 598 324 g3: When did you begin your business? A: Jane Murray Photographers was established in 2001. g3: How did you get it up and running? A: Previously, I worked as an architectural photographer for English Heritage but when the organisation relocated to Swindon from Saville Row in London the job lost some of its appeal! My new home in the Cotswolds had scope for a studio and I’d often been asked to photograph weddings and portraits for family and friends. Requests grew and grew and, like most people starting their own business, I reached the point where I was juggling two jobs and just took a leap of faith. g3: What gave you the initial idea? A: Ironically, when I graduated in photography I said I would do anything except wedding photography. The thought of a cheesy, high street photographer in a tired old wedding suit overdoing the soft filter never really appealed. But I learned that I could do things differently by adding a more artistic and creative element to the images of the day. g3: Any disasters along the way? A: No disasters on my part, but late church arrivals, best men losing rings and ‘cold feet’ have made my job very stressful at times. g3: What encouraged you to target the gay market? A: Well, I’m gay, and it’s just so exciting to have the opportunity to be the photographer for same sex couples at civil partnership ceremonies where my creative style of photography will bring a fresh look to (gay) weddings. Jane Murray Photographers janemurrayphoto@aol.com 01451 844 523 07773 11807 g3 talks to Jane Murray Photographers on setting up a small business in the gay community. BusinessTalks p64-67 classifieds 25/2/06 12:31 Page 67
- 68. 68 g3 MARCH2006 Sextoys.co.uk, the UK’s biggest and award winning adult retailer has recently added a lesbian section to its website. The section was created due to popular demand and brings together a fantastic selection of sexy surprises and kinky thrills selected especially with ‘her’ in mind. New products will be added to the section daily so it’s definitely worth keeping an eye on! p68-69 Sex 24/2/06 21:02 Page 68
- 69. $$ Dear Ky, As muchas I enjoy having sex with my girl, she can’t seem to make me cum. Don’t get me wrong, she gives me great head and I am attracted to her, but the only way I can climax is by thinking about Pete Burns. I’m obsessed with the Celeb Big Brother contestant at the mo, and although I don’t wanna sleep with guys, he really does it for me and I think I’m going mad. Help! Carmen, 19, trainee lorry driver To Our Trainee Trucker, Whatever fantasy gets you off is OK with me and should be OK with you. Not only are women provided with very little visual erotic stimuli in this world, but we’re also made to feel bad about responding to it. Subtle sensuality is apparently more our bag than graphic action. This, of course is bullshit. The vast majority of us respond by compiling a whole series of secret fantasies in our heads (rather than in a plain paper bag under our beds), with images so hot and explicit they’d make the producers of XXXX porn blush. While Pete Burns as a fantasy object may seem like a perversity beyond nature, if s(he) does it for you, then sista, go with it. It’s not for me, or anyone else to make a judgement on your own private pornos. It’s always good to be open to new erotic ideas, so let me see if I can make Pete Burns do it for me too! First of all let’s consider the lips. Ok so they take up a third of the face and appear physically incapable of closing. However, imagine what they’d feel like in the southern hemisphere. They’d encompass your whole lady garden and then some! It’d be like having an almighty lip-glossed sucker-fish feeding on your clit, vulva, perineum, ass, and both thigh-tops all at the same time! There are not many girls, however well endowed in the lip department, who could manage that. Or some kinky, transgender role-play? Being barked to kneel before a 6ft mini-skirted Amazon wearing five-inch heels will probably do it. Maybe I can get where you’re coming from! Ky is MD of Sh! Women’s Erotic Emporium 57 Hoxton Square, London, N1. 0207 613 5458 www.sh-womenstore.com If you have a sexual dilemma then drop an email to our resident sexpert, ky@g3magazine.co.uk sexpleasure>> relationships>> Taboo HQ Who created the product? Those feline ladies over at Top Cat Products. It’s now available at www.exclusivelyeve.co.uk Why is it different from other devices? As if 12 volts of pure vibrating ecstasy were not enough, it’s a rabbit vibrator for complete satisfaction on the move! How do you use it? Simply pull over, plug into the socket and turn on your vibe. No need for batteries. Why is it ideal for lesbians? As the world’s most powerful rabbit vibe, it is purrfect for long trips in the car, truck, cara- van or boat. It will certainly brighten up your journey! Rabbit Travel Vibrator £12.95 Find this and a host of other pleasure accessories for women at our online store: www.exclusivelyeve.co.uk P.S. Don’t forget our special offer for g3 readers! Receive a 10% discount on your first purchase of any products from Exclusively Eve – just quote the code G31205 when prompted at the checkout! Rabbit Travel VibratorSex Toy of the Month Rabbit Travel Vibrator MARCH 2006 g3 69 g3: What is an intersex individual? That depends on the individual. There are so many definitions and debates about intersex. Loosely speaking, it’s a body that is made up of male and female physiological parts. There are no clear male and female characteristics. Try going to the Intersex Community of North America’s (ISNA) website www.isna.org for more information. My gender I.D is something that is both/and, male and female. I class myself as intergendered as I embrace both my beard and my breasts. I access ‘technologies of gender’ in order to amplify rather than erase the hermaphroditic traces of my body. g3: What aspects of the body do you find most aesthetically pleasing and erotic? Of course, it depends on the person. My current lover has a great (boy’s) arse. I also loved my last lover’s bum although posteriorly speaking they are very different. It turns me on for a woman to have a feminine gender expression in combination with big muscles, broad shoulders and small breasts. I am attracted to gender dissonance, that is, when things don’t quite fit, when they are queer. Almost any gender expression that doesn’t reflect the hetero-norm works for me. g3: Do you think lesbians typecast butch and femme roles too readily? Who knows? I don’t have my finger on the lesbian pulse anymore. I would like tothinkthatdykesandpeopleingeneral are less stereotyped than they used to be. Most of the time I think people take themselves too seriously and forget to play, forget to have fun. My next book Femmes of Power: Exploring Queer Femininities will, I hope, explore some of the stereotypes of what femme is, that she always needs to have a butch on her arm in order to be seen. g3: How has your new book Sex Works been received? Fantastic. It was standing room only at the Berlin launch last month. We packed in well over 100 people into a small space and had another 25 or so waiting in the snow. It was chaotic but we sold a lotofbookssothepublisherwashappy. Sex Works Reviewed If you are unsure of the true meaning of intersex or transgendered, this is the book for you. Immaculately shot images showcase a wide-range of scenarios and some very interesting characters in the process. Del explains: “Long before I came out asadyke,queer, trans or inter-anything, my first identity was as an alien sex probe.” This book certainly probes and challenges the reader to consider the roles of male and female sexuality while concurrently exposing a unique perception of les- bian lifestyles in the past 28 years. A must-see shocking, fascinating and absorbing piece of visual literature. Sex Works: £17.99 available at Prowler, Gays the Word, Fettered Pleasures, The Photographer’s Gallery and Libertas. www.dellagracevolcano.com Self-dubbed as a “gender variant visual artist” Del LaGrace Volcano is both an artist and cultural producer working with the body and gender/sexual identity notions for social, political and personal purposes. Del has produced four monographs and has also been cited and reproduced in numerous publications, journals and books on visual art and queer and feminist theory. Genderabolitionist p68-69 Sex 24/2/06 21:03 Page 69
- 70. Leo July 23 -Aug 22 Feeling more flexible of late? Well, from where you once felt strung out you’ve been left feeling like you can bend yourself better than Madonna. This month will see the return of the usual Leo traits – work hard, party hard, and become the belle of the ball. Virgo Aug 23 - Sept 22 You’re a busy beaver aren’t you! Forward planning, forward thinking. I bet your calendar already has different coloured bits highlighted. Still cut yourself some slack, and remember that you have a life and for- get organising. This is a great month for dating - some disorganised soul needs sorting out. Libra Sept 24 - Oct 23 Venus visited your sign in February and yes it was a cliché, but something tells me that a cliché can be pleasant occasionally. It may have made you feel that your eyes have opened to the world somewhat. Embrace it, take it out to dinner and next time you get drunk and spout euphemisms, try and remember one or two and use them. Scorpio Oct 24 - Nov 22 I think you’ve made me eat my hat with all that talk on career. You only went and stuck to what you said rather than gushing about your plans rather than your actions. The focused approach you are taking is working well. Now remember to take time for yourself, or you might start turning into one of those Virgo types! Sagittarius Nov 23- Dec 21 You may have been thinking of new plans or projects. Keep at them, but remember the practicalities and time it will take to achieve what you wish for. Keep on enjoying the romance you have been experiencing of late. If you’re single, don’t hunt anyone down, let her come to you and ensure your endear- ing qualities do not go unrecognised. Capricorn Dec 22 - Jan 20 If you have been panicking about finances – stop it! Take a deep breath, step back and look at the bigger picture. They will be paid, you will achieve what you want but you need some patience. Not everything happens now. You know this deep down so stop bucking your horns and smile. Aquarius Jan 21 - Feb 19 With influences from the Sun, Neptune and Mercury, this rush of energy is better than a three-for-two. How you use it is your choice. Throwing it away or yourself down the gutter isn’t the answer. Remember your friends... and foibles while you’re at it. Your energy levels are high so use them wisely. Horoscopes by Mystic Milo Gemini May 22 - June 21 This is the month to give your talking skills a good run. Networking, meeting new people and holding a more direct and prominent presence may be on your mind. You know the drill - face paint on, drink in hand, and a flounce of your bosom and that’s it. You’re there baby, working that room. Just remember to let someone else get a word in edgeways. Cancer June 22 - July 22 Hey you, stop it now with making eyes at, well, everyone. Passion is currently featuring prominently in your chart. This not only directly transcends to sex and good lovin’ but with everything else too. Where you might have been a little quiet, you’re now letting people know you are there and about time too! Aries March 21 - April 20 New friendships may be featuring high in your list of priorities right now. Go for it. There comes a time where you may want to expand your horizons and now is the time to begin. If you have been feeling more confident of late, start going to new bars, clubs or classes. Otherwise you’ll be forever referring to lost opportunities. Stop watching Trisha and do it. Taurus April 21 - May 21 From the high energy placed in your sign in February, now is the time to motor. There are things you need to do and change, so go on then. You have the right energy to do it. The only thing holding you back is your own stubbornness. PISCES STAR Feb 20 - Mar 20 Thora Birch Birthday: March 11 1982 Thora Birch was born on a Thursday (as in Thor’s Day) and named after the Norse God Thor, Thora being the feminine God of thunder. This petite green-eyed beauty had a major role in American Beauty (1999), which won five Oscar awards. A down-to-earth young woman in real life, she loves Italian food and diet root beer. Famous Pisceans: Drew Barrymore, Queen Latifah, Cindy Crawford What’s happening with you at the moment? Once you were a dreamer swimming about in your own little (but lovely) world, now you’re suddenly here, there and everywhere. Keep at it. Hold back your fully flung emotions from everything as it will only stress you out and hold you back. 70 g3 MARCH 2006 I went to Smack and it was fabulous. I was held in the breasts of many a beauty and was taken care of by the Mob. The mixture of rooms and music provided by Council, French Kiss and my personal favourite, Wotever, made for a great night. I also met cool DJ duo Your Mum and Your Dad. People kissed lots, chatted lots and my minder/ photographer fell down the stairs – what a plonker! But something tells me she wasn’t the only one. Mystic Milo out on the TownMystic Milo out on the Town p70-71 Horoscopes 24/2/06 19:51 Page 70
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