Innholdsfortegnelse for January 2023 i GAY TIMES

I have a bittersweet relationship with January, something I suspect many of us face. On the one side it’s short days, freezing temperatures and a never-ending want to hibernate, patiently waiting for the sun to spend more time with us on a daily basis. But on the other it offers a moment for renewed energy, a fresh outlook, and a psychological reboot on our hopes for the 12 months ahead. It can be a key opportunity to practice self-care, establish new routines and set ourselves goals. Last issue I reflected on it being a challenging 2022 for LGBTQ+ people – something that will undoubtedly carry over into the new year. So for this special Queer Guide to 2023, GAY TIMES wanted to focus on the brighter moments in store for…

From returning favourites such as Heartstopper, Heartbreak High and Young Royals to highly-anticipated new shows like Fellow Travelers, Glamorous and The Last of Us, 2023 is destined to be another successful year for the queers on television. Read ahead for all of the LGBTQ+ comedies, dramas and duck-related slashers that are heading onto our screens next year. Agatha: Coven of Chaos Limited Series Kathryn Hahn reprises her WandaVision role as sardonic spellcaster Agatha Harkness in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe series Coven of Chaos. Set to premiere in 2023 (we predict a Halloween release for this one), the series will also star Emma Caulfield Ford (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Joe Locke (Heartstopper), Aubrey Plaza (The White Lotus), Ali Ahn (Supernatural), Maria Dizzia (Orange is the New Black) and Sasheer Zamata…

HOMER Sphere Legs Pendant £1235 + £503 (Sphere Link Chain) Homer, Frank Ocean’s very own luxury jewellery brand and passion project, had been in the making for about 3 and a half years before it launched. In an interview with Financial Times, Ocean clarifies that his brand’s namesake is derived from the Greek poet. “Homer is considered the father of history and history is meant to endure – the same as diamonds and gold”, Ocean says. “I know Homer used papyrus, but I’ve always liked the idea of carving history into stone.” The line offers a vast selection of pendants to choose from, each displayed in a cute neon case. Options include an animated character that channels a hybrid look of Pikachu and Jigglypuff, butterflies that come in vibrant tones,…

Let’s be real, the LGBTQ+ landscape of books has never been better. From exciting real-time trans stories to our favourite fictitious enemies to lovers' rivalries, we’ve got the perfect variety of lit picks to get you through the year. At GT, we’re all about celebrating the highs, lows, and brilliance of queer voices, so get ready for our favourite red-hot reading recommendations…! Transitional by Munroe Bergdorf GAY TIMES cover star Munroe Bergdorf is known for being an outspoken activist and a pioneering voice in the LGBTQ+ community. In her debut book, Bergdorf steps further outside of herself to humanise the fight for trans rights and to reveal more of herself. The writer unpacks the nuances of transition and what this means for each of us. A powerful beginning, Transitional is…

No one can deny that 2022 was a stellar year for the queers when it came to music – but looking at what’s to come, 2023 has some pretty special moments ahead. From farewell performances and massive pop spectacles packed with Pride, to highly anticipated albums to long-awaited releases from some of our favourite LGBTQ+ allies, we’ve got 12 months of music magic ahead of us. Elton John will take to the Glastonbury stage for his final ever live show It’s the year one of the UK’s most famous openly LGBTQ+ icons comes to the end of his musical yellow brick road. Sir Elton John will play his final ever live show at Glastonbury in June 2023, finishing off the magical weekend in the Sunday night slot. It rounds off…