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Xtra is an online magazine and community platform covering LGBTQ2S+ culture, politics and health. We aim to break boundaries, think outside of binaries and build bridges within our communities and beyond.

Monthly Tune-Up

New tunes from Sleater-Kinney and Kevin Abstract

Plus drag queen Pattie Gonia’s environmental anthem performed with trans Indigenous singer-songwriter Quinn Christopherson and acclaimed cellist Yo-Yo Ma

By Jordan Currie

Face to face with ballroom star Jazmine Miyake-Mugler

Following last year’s win at the World AIDS Day Ball in Toronto and an impressive showing in NYC earlier this fall, Jazmine’s home is the runway

By Mikelle Street

Why Angelica Ross jumped at the chance to guest star on ‘Sort Of’

Playing a gender-affirming specialist inspired the multi-talented star to share her insights on transitioning: “The more comfortable you get with change, the more beautiful the experience becomes”

By Daric L. Cottingham

Queer Culture Catch-Up

Miss Chief’s memoirs, ‘Next Goal Wins,’ drag kings, gay bar history and more

Looking for a happy cry? S. Bear Bergman has you covered

By S. Bear Bergman

Queer Culture Catch-Up

Hot thrills from João Dall’Stella and a sexy musical with Baby Tate

Plus Kareem Khubchandani, W.A.W. Parker and a queer theatre series online

By S. Bear Bergman

Rapper Tea Fannie speaks up for trans kids with smooth rhymes

“My path is through my voice,” says the brashly articulate rapper based in Calgary

Queer Culture Catch-Up

Mashed-up historical romance from Lex Croucher, ‘Yesterqueers’ on TikTok and musicians Kaien Cruz and Moe Reen top our calendar this week

Plus national treasure Walter Borden is onstage in Toronto

By S. Bear Bergman

‘Sort Of’ to end after Season 3 drops later this year

Star and co-writer Bilal Baig discusses the messy “human” quality at the heart of their groundbreaking series, and why it’s time to call it a day

By Sanchari Sur

Queer collective care, one pansy tattoo at a time

Non-binary tattoo artist Cedre Csillagi is mobilizing tattooers to give back through a project called A Thousand Pansies

By Lindsay Lee Wallace

Queer Culture Catch-Up

Put music from Sister Wife Sex Strike, Venezuelan film ‘Bad Hair’ and a Coyote Joe Stevens musical on your culture calendar

Plus Danny Ramadan’s new children’s book and more

By S. Bear Bergman

Comedian Jes Tom on the art of being horny online

They bring their Elliot Page–presented show “Less Lonely” to Just For Laughs Toronto later this month

‘Golden Delicious’ offers a sweet, fresh take on the classic coming-of-age sports story

Young intimacy is rarely portrayed so beautifully—plus there’s a meet-cute moment for the ages. Xtra talks with the film’s director and star

Queer Culture Catch-Up

Book your date with queer country love from Tyler Childers and trans advocate Chanel Lopez

Plus two great fiction choices for tweens and teens

By S. Bear Bergman

Monthly Tune-Up

New hits from Claud, APW, Troye Sivan and more

Plus the glorious return of Anohni and the Johnsons

By Jordan Currie

Queer Culture Catch-Up

‘Dungeons and Drag Queens’ and country music without the gun-toting hate top the QCC playlist this week

Plus Caitlin Metz, gay science, C.A. Tanaka and more

By S. Bear Bergman

Sabrina Wu, star of ‘Joy Ride,’ isn’t quite ready for their closeup

The film’s breakout star shares their comedy and acting journey and how they navigate career, relationships and imposter syndrome

Queer Culture Catch-Up

‘International Male’ documentary and ‘Vibe Check’ podcast top the catch-up this week

Plus diverse, ethical porn, a “Fast and Furious”-themed trans zine and a breathlessly funny YA title from Jason June

By S. Bear Bergman

‘Glamorous’ star Damian Terriquez talks fashion, politics and being starstruck

The Mexican-American non-binary actor takes Xtra behind the scenes of Netflix’s newest queer-led comedy

By Ursula Muñoz S.

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