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Tony Nominee Lorna Courtney Joins November Stephen Schwartz Benefit Concert

September 7, 2023

Lorna Courtney, who has been bringing the house down in the title role of Broadway’s “& Juliet,” a star turn that earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical, has joined the long list of performers for “Mazzoni Center Honors,” the November...

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Remembering O'Shae Sibley: Seeking Justice and Safety for Our Community

August 2, 2023

With a heavy heart and tearful eyes, I write this letter to honor the memory of my dear friend, O'Shae Sibley. O'Shae's light was bright, his spirit vibrant, and his talent for dance unmatched. We met in 2011 at Philadanco, where our shared love for dance forged an unbreakable bond...

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We’ve Been Here for 40 Years. They Were Here for 4 Days.

July 6, 2023

Last weekend, Philadelphia was the site, and for many (and I would venture to say most) Philadelphians the unwilling host, to the annual summit of Moms for Liberty – one of the organizations behind modern-day books bans, efforts to prohibit LGBTQ inclusivity in schools, and fights against...

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Afternoon Drag Teas at the Sofitel Philadelphia

May 31, 2023

Every Saturday throughout June, Afternoon Drag Teas at the Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square will benefit Mazzoni Center.

Hosted by the fabulous Brittany Lynn and her Philly Drag Mafia, these fun and elegant teas feature delicious tea sandwiches and pastries, and, of course, the...

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Lavender Queens: Love. Purpose. Community. - June 20

May 31, 2023

On Tuesday, June 20, drag performers will be showcasing their own art to benefit Mazzoni Center, as Manntrappe Productions and Franky Bradley's present Lavender Queens: Love. Purpose. Community., a special event that will bring together drag performers from both New...

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Vivid Art Auction - June 14

May 31, 2023

Colors and styles from across the spectrum will be on display – and up for bid – at Mazzoni Center’s Vivid Art Auction, presented on Wednesday, June 14, at Fringe Arts (140 N. Columbus Blvd) with the support and partnership of Free People. Artists from throughout the community...

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Interfaith Pride Service - June 25

May 31, 2023

Mark your calendars for Sunday afternoon, June 25 at 3:00 pm, as Mazzoni Center is coordinating Philadelphia’s Interfaith Pride Service, to be held at Arch Street Presbyterian Church (1724 Arch Street)

Mazzoni Center has been working with a diverse group of interfaith clergy to...

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Yoga Class Fundraiser - June 13

May 31, 2023

On Tuesday, June 13 at 6:30 pm, a new partner, Prana Collective, is hosting a special all-levels Pride month yoga class at Mazzoni Center. Proceeds from this class will go towards Mazzoni Center's comprehensive sexuality education program, ...

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Philly Pride 365 - June 4

May 31, 2023

On Sunday, June 4, as part of the Philly Pride 365 festivities, Mazzoni Center will be stationed throughout the day in front of our Washington West location (1201 Locust Street) with activations including HIV testing (12:00 pm - 4:00 pm), Ask the Provider (1:00 pm - 5:00 pm), a photo booth,...

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Building Bari: Finding my truth, and loving myself along the way

March 1, 2023

I never knew that the word transgender even existed, until I was sitting across from my therapist and she asked me if I ever thought I might be in the wrong body. I sat there in shock and had an instant realization that this was exactly how I felt. Prior to this, I thought that I was unable to...

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