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Recognize the impact of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people on our communities with these programs airing in June and streaming online.
WHRO TV 15
Friday, June 3, 9 p.m.
American Masters: Joe Papp in 5 Acts
Joe Papp, founder of The Public Theater, Free Shakespeare in the Park and producer of groundbreaking plays like Hair, A Chorus Line and for colored girls, created a "theater of inclusion" based on the belief that great art is for everyone.
Tuesday, June 7, 8:00 p.m.
True Colors: LGBTQ+ Our Stories, Our Songs
Celebrate Pride Month with music from Indigo Girls, Billy Gilman, Morgxn, Peppermint, Jujubee, Alexis Michelle, Trey Pearson, Breanna Sinclaire, Andre de Shields and more along with real-life stories of hope hosted by Jeopardy's Amy Schneider.
Sunday, June 26, 2022, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Prideland
Follow queer actor Dyllon Burnside on a journey across the South to meet diverse members of the LGBTQ community. From a lesbian rodeo champ in Texas to an African American mayor ally in Alabama, he discovers how LGBTQ Americans are finding ways to live authentically and with Pride in the modern South.
Radio
WHRO FM - Saturday, June 25, 5 p.m.
True Colors: Sounds from the Heart (from American Public Media)
In honor of Pride Month, join us for a special that celebrates musicians from the LGBTQ community. Five artists from the operatic world will share what Pride means to them, and how their stories impact their musical identities. Hear from mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton, librettist Aiden Feltkamp, tenors Russell Thomas and David Portillo, and director Francesca Zambello, with music by Ethel Smyth, Leonard Bernstein, Benjamin Britten, Aaron Copland, and more.
WHRV FM - Sunday, June 26, 9 p.m.
Acoustic Highway
Enjoy music from Tret Fure, Narissa Bond, Tom Goss, and others—all celebrating Pride.
Streaming Online
Story Corps: A Life Worth Living
“That was the first time that anyone was proud to say that they loved me.” MJ Seide never thought that she would live a happy, fulfilling life. Then she met her future partner, who at the time had been married to a man and raising children. The two fell in love and MJ got to know her new extended family — including her granddaughter, Genna Alperin.
Watch more Story Corps videos:
POV Shorts: Post-Colonial Queer
Stories about the LGBTQ experience around the world.
American Masters: Terrence McNally: Every Act of Life
(available through WHRO Passport)
Explore Tony-winning playwright Terrence McNally’s six decades in theater. The film delves into McNally’s pursuit of love and inspiration, LGBTQ activism, triumph over addiction and the power of the arts to transform society.
Outspoken
LGBTQ West Virginians assert the power and longevity of a small town queer community.
Stonewall Uprising
The Stonewall riots marked a major turning point in the modern gay civil rights movement.
Events
Writer's Block: Pride Edition
Writer's Block returns! Join us for a night of great performances from some of the area's most talented writers. This edition features the stories and poetry of the gay community sharing their triumphs and struggles. Learn how you could be selected to perform.
Watch more Pride programs at pbs.org.
