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La Lucha - Latino Gay Pride begins tomorrow

Mexican wrestlers at 2009's La Lucha. Photo by Stephen Casselll

It seems the gay high holidays are officially upon us. Tomorrow begins some events, brunches and celebrations caliente with 2010’s La Lucha – Latino Gay Pride week. As you can see, last year was a blast, and I’m sure this year’s parties at Boxxes and the Jupiter Hotel will be equally filled with hip-swinging, Mexican wrestler masking wearing, rainbow orgullo y divertido. Here’s a schedule of heritage happiness.

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Voz Alta, Wednesday, June 2, 6pm – 9pm

Miracle Theatre, 525 SE Stark, Portland OR

Voz Alta or “loud voice” kicked-off the 2009 Portland Latino Gay Pride Celebration. Partnering with Miracle Theatre, approximately 100 individuals enjoyed an evening of poetry, song, dance, and dramatic performances.  For La Lucha 2010, be prepared for another powerful presentation of music, drama, and song. Suggested Donation: $5.00

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Papis, chicas y mas presentan La Lucha: Latino Gay Pride PDX 2009

laluchaflyer1Pride season is pretty much upon us. The guides have been printed, the month declared by our president. And this weekend begins the first of the actual Pride celebrations with Latino Gay Pride PDX’s La Lucha, which launches tomorrow, Thursday June 4th, with its opening reception at Miracle Theatre (525 SE Stark).

Friday takes off with VIP and dance parties (to be covered by a brand new qPDX contributor so stay tuned!) and culminates with Sunday’s fest from 4 to 8pm.

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