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Friday, May 18, 2012
MDGLCC’s Support our Cultural Arts Members
(SOCAM) Event — Miami Beach
“Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks” at Miami Beach Stage Door Theatre.
What happens when a Baptist Minister’s widow hires a gay ex-Broadway
chorus boy to give her private dance lessons at her beachfront condo?
War! This odd couple transforms their acrimony into a dance of intimacy,
as they learn to overcome their differences and create a poignant
connection to each other. Starring Larry Buzzeo and Phyllis Spear and
directed by Dan Kelley, Richard Alfieri’s writing is sparkling, witty, touching
and laugh-out loud - all performed against a panorama of ageism and
bigotry. The play will begin at 8:00pm. Meet & Greet with the cast
following the performance. Miami Beach Stage Door is located at 500
71st St. Special rate for MDGLCC, $30 per person. For tickets, call (305)
397-8977, and use code MDGLCC.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Women’s Empowerment Luncheon — Downtown
MDGLCC’s popular Women’s Empowerment Luncheon series continues at
the Hyatt Regency Miami, 400 SE 2nd Avenue, Miami with special guest
speaker Hedy Goldsmith, Executive Pastry Chef at Michael’s Genuine
Food & Drink & James Beard Awards nominee and author of “Baking
Out Loud: Fun Desserts with Big Flavors” speaking on “Women in the
Restaurant Industry” 11:30am Registration; 12:00pm - 1:30pm Lunch.
Cost: MDGLCC Members ($35), Potential Members ($45, $10 applied
to new MDGLCC membership). A full sit-down luncheon with a Q&A to
follow. RSVP required: 305-673-4440 or RSVP@gaybizmiami.com. Co-
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EDITOR IN CHIEF’S NOTE
WAKE UP TO THE REALITIES OF HIV IN SOUTH FLORIDA
ot too long ago, HIV used to be a death sentence for people
who contracted the disease. I vividly remember watching
Ryan White and so many other people fight for their lives
and lose the battle against a powerful disease for which treat- Rafa Carvajal
ment seemed such a far-fetched possibility. I also remember hear-
Publisher/Editor in Chief
ing about people I knew that contracted the disease and thinking,
“OMG how long will they have to live?”
Associate Publisher
Fortunately, new HIV medications and treatments have saved mil- Jesse Spencer
lions of lives and what used to be a death sentence has become a
life sentence. Unfortunately, too many people, especially in South Editor
Florida, are still getting infected with HIV and putting their lives James Cubby
and those of others at risk. The specter of HIV, although present in my mind, seemed some-
what distant until about four months ago when a good friend told me that his test results Associate Editor
had shown a positive result, but that he thought it had to be a false positive. I could only Antwyone Ingram
hope and pray for him that he was right and the test result was wrong. Unfortunately, the
opposite was true. He was in fact HIV positive and the test, not him, was right. Design & Production Director
Jose Gonzalez
Never before had I had been confronted so closely with the realities of HIV as when I saw
my friend agonize over getting the “mistaken” results and watching him anxiously await Columnists
for the results of the new, comprehensive test hoping that the initial quick test was just a Alfredo Barrios
false positive. When my friend got the new test results confirming he had HIV I tried to do Alyn Darnay
everything I could to help find out as much information as possible regarding treatment, Dane Steele Green
organizations, and doctors who could help him turn a potential death sentence into a life Ken Hunt
sentence. It was a really scary time for my friend and I wanted to alleviate his pain and Dr. Gregg A Pizzi
help him deal with the new reality of living with HIV. Yes, there is treatment, but Richard
Michael Sasser
Burton Jr. explains in this week’s cover story that the medications cost him about $75,000
per year. What would you do, if you contracted a disease that will require you to spend
Kevin Wynn
that much money every year just for the medication needed to stay alive?
Writers
It was during the process of helping my friend that I realized how little he, many of my Neil Andrew Frias
other friends, so many of my acquaintances, and I really knew about this deadly disease.
I then set out on my mission to use Wire Magazine as a platform to publish a compelling Staff Photographer
cover story that would help everyone in South Florida and, anywhere else the story is Henry Perez
read, wake up to the very scary realities of HIV and the treatments and programs avail-
able to help those who contract the disease. I put a lot of thought into a possible cover Official Photography Studio
story and considered what should be included from the perspective of several stakehold- Image1stmiami.com
ers, including people at risk of contracting HIV, people living with HIV, people who run
organizations doing prevention and helping those living with the disease, and healthcare Photographers
professionals helping patients survive a life sentence by living a healthy and productive Javi Giovanni
life. Frank Leon
Luis Santiago
This week’s Wire Magazine cover story entitled “Living With HIV: Not a Death Sentence, Dale Stine
A Life Sentence,” is my attempt to reach out to so many people who may not be aware
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And I want people living with the disease to know that there is hope and great treatments
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ON THE GO TRAVEL: BELGIUM SHOPPING BAG
STAYING HEALTHY
THE POWER OF MEN’S GUMMY MULTIVITAMIN BY VITAFUSION
PROPAGANDA Critical but sometimes excessive, taking a plethora of medica-
tions can be both tiresome and bothersome. Staying on top of
your health should always be a priority. Many may recall being
lured to take vitamins as a child via gummy bear or Flintstones
chewable vitamins. Put the fun back in nutrition by taking adult
gummy vitamins. Vitafusion has created gummy vitamins specifi-
cally for men that supports bone health and energy production,
helps support prostate health and the immune system, and received the ChefsBest
Award for Best Tasting. The multivitamin is inexpensive, priced at around $11.99
and can be found at your local grocery or nutrition store.
AIRBORNE CHEWABLE TABLETS
Whether a short getaway, or an international vacation, we
have all picked up a basic cold in the process of commuting
that progressed into an antagonizing flu or worse. Airborne
has created chewable tablets that help support your immune
system by providing your body with 1,000mg of Vitamin C
in addition to 13 vitamins, minerals, and herbs to keep your
BY DANE STEELE GREEN immune system at its highest defense or to tackle a minor
cold you many have picked up during your travels. One bottle contains 32 chew-
able tablets and comes in Berry and Citrus, both of which taste great in comparison
hat whirring sound you hear is Lenin spinning in his grave. Back in the day, the to other immune support tablets on the market. One bottle runs around $5.
hammer and sickle, the very symbol of “godless Russia,” struck fear in the hearts
of men. That it is now the logo of Propaganda, one of the largest, hardest, gayest
techno-circuit events in the world…well, let’s just say that today, of all of the parts of
a man’s body, his heart probably won’t be the one you’ll be striking. V-FUSION SMOOTHIES
When thinking of Belgium, the two lone subjects that usually come up are chocolate Not everyone has ample time to chop up fruits and
and waffles. Antwerp, in the north of the country, is painfully aware of this; it isn’t vegetables to prepare a nutritious smoothie, and some
exactly the first place that comes to mind when people think of European party people are simply not fans of consuming vegetables at
towns, despite the fact that Euro-techno was practically born here. In response, the all. V-Fusion smoothies provides you a healthy and tasty
supposedly demure city purposefully overcompensated. Hard. alternative with its new fruit & vegetable smoothies.
Containing one full serving of vegetables and one full
You gotta love hard overcompensation. Antwerp’s party scene today is so infamous, serving of fruit, the smoothies are a great source of Vitamin A, C, and E and come
so anything-goes, so spectacularly out of this world, it makes London and Paris look in an assortment of flavors such as Strawberry Banana, Wild Berry, and Mango.
like nap-time at an Ambien beta test. In the words of Propaganda, “where porn Furthermore, the smoothies contain no added sugars, preservatives, or artificial
meets humor, sexual freedom can be found.” Obey the freedom. flavors and run for about $25 for a pack of eight 48-ounce bottles. More compact,
individual bottles may also be purchased for around $5 each.
Obey, in fact, for three full days. Falling in mid-June, the 72-hour Propaganda Week-
end/orgy nails Antwerp to the world circuit party calendar, with no less than five
bacchanals occurring all over the city, some simultaneously. Like its neighbor, the
Netherlands, Belgium has the rep of being a nation of horn-dogs. That rep is hard- EGG PROTEIN
won and defended at every opportunity. No baby steps here; things take off with the
two parties on June 15, the free “Carnivale: Dance on the Fair” party (it’s free!) at Many patients living with HIV/AIDS have a difficult time grow-
Antwerp’s Gedempte Zuiderdokken neighborhood, and the Bear-Necessity blow-out ing accustomed to their medication regime and the correlating
at the legendary Red & Blue club. On June 16, the party either goes sky-high with diet. Many patient’s favorite foods and drinks may be difficult
the Rooftop Party at the city’s uber-stylish Linder Hotel or into the dark with Lovechild, to consume depending on how their medication interacts with
again at the Red & Blue and DJed by London power-players Tony English and Rob their diet. Dairy products in particular seem to pose a problem
Harris. Things officially end on June 17 with the BOATPARTY, a techno-infused cruise for many who are new to antiretroviral medications. This can
on the Scheldt River hosted by spinners Elof de Neve and Jimmy Stokes, but several present a problem for those who work out regularly or want to
officially-sanctioned after-parties keep things going around the clock. consume protein shakes to stay fit. Trying lactose and dairy free
alternative proteins may be your best bet. Soy protein, as well as egg protein, pro-
One way or another, you’re going to be walking funny by the end of it all. vides the same nutritional benefits of any other protein, if not better. Optimum has
an egg protein available that provides 25g of protein while supplying you with 8 es-
Go to www.propagandabelgium.com/weekend for more information. sential amino acids, as well as a digestive enzyme system that will aid in the already
easily digested and absorbed egg protein (making it easy on your stomach). One
Contact Steele Luxury Travel to help you get to Belgium in style at 646.688.2274 or 2lb jug, complete with 27 servings, cost about $25 and comes in both chocolate
visit us at www.SteeleTravel.com! and vanilla flavors.
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DINING BY RAFA CARVAJAL
QUATTRO: SCRUMPTIOUS
ITALIAN ON LINCOLN ROAD
BRUNCH
say “bravo” to our weekend
taly is one of my favorite countries in the world.
A few years ago I took my mom to Italy on vaca-
tion and rented a car so we could drive throughout
many parts of the country, visit small towns, and truly
enjoy all the wonderful things it has to offer, including
its delicious cuisine. Mamma mia! – what a wonder-
ful experience it was to visit many of Italy’s different
regions and sample their culinary delights and wines.
Our journeys from Florence, to the hills of Tuscany, to
ancient Rome, to the Amalfi Coast, and to every large
city and small town in between afforded us the op-
portunity to dine on delicious food that was as unique
as the places we visited.
My dining experience at Quattro Gastronomia Itali-
ana on Lincoln Road brought back some great memories of dining throughout Italy. featuring
This romantic 170-seat indoor/outdoor restaurant has become a Miami Beach staple
Botomless Bloody Marys, Nutella
for anyone who loves Italian food and dining on Lincoln Road – two of my favorite
Pancakes & Signature Benedicts
pastimes. Alessandria born and raised identical twin chefs Nicola and Fabrizio Carro,
Saturday & Sunday 11am — 4 pm
transported the luscious flavors of Northern Italy to South Beach by creating an Italian
trattoria that also reminded me of some of the best Italian restaurants I have dined at
in New York. Quattro’s stunning inside design and décor include custom Murano glass
chandeliers suspended from antique mirrored coffers in a beautiful setting where Old
World meets New World through the use of imported Italian materials and weathered
original terrazzo floors. The piece de resistance of the room is a gorgeous Calacatta Please call for reservations and information 305.534.9600
marble bar with a brick-shaped mirrored back-drop flanked by floor-to-ceiling wine
towers that showcase Quattro’s award-winning collection.
Mediterraneo su Tortino di Patate Prezzemolate (Mediterranean octopus with lemon
From their mouth-watering pastas to so many other regional dishes, Chefs Carro’s dressing, served over potato and parsley salad). Their Primi Piatti ($18-$24), pastas
made in-house daily in an imported La Monferrina™ machine rarely used in the United
delightful creations are inspired by their homeland and infused with ingredients from States, are definitely a must-try. Chicche Tre Colori Con Salsa Di Burrata Pugliese (tri-
Alessandria in the Piemonte region, which is known for its fine cheeses such as Robi- color gnocchi with creamy burrata cheese sauce), and Ravioli Di mozzarella Di Bufala
ola, Caprini and Tumin, porcini and exotic white truffle mushrooms, hearty local game Con Pomodoro Fresco, Basilico E Pinoli (Buffalo mozzarella ravioli with fresh tomato,
dishes, and famous Asti and Barolo wines. They also have an award-winning all-Italian basil and pine nuts) are two of many yummy dishes. Quattro’s imported Mediterranean
wine list that is hand-selected by partner Nicola Schon, who is also the owner and seafood is the centerpiece of secondi ($25-$42) plates with delicious choices, such as
vintner of Colle Manora vineyard in the countryside of Monferrato in the north-western Branzino Intero In Crosta Di Sale Marino (Mediterranean sea bass, baked in salt crust,
corner of Italy, between the Alps and the Riviera. The wine list features the region’s with sautéed vegetables), and the Orata Al Cartoccio (Mediterranean sea bream filet,
most famous wines for you to pair with Quattro’s flavorful dishes. The Fonduta Tartufata cooked in parchment paper with white wine, taggiasche olives and capers), to name
con Crostini is a perfect example of such a dish: a rich and comforting fontina cheese a couple. You can also enjoy great meat selections that include Ossobuco Di Vitello In
Gremolata Con Risotto Alla Milanese (braised veal ossobuco gremolata with saffron
fondue with poached egg, shaved truffles and perfectly toasted Biova croutons. Other risotto), and Saltimbocca Di Vitello Alla Romana Con Pisellini Novelli (seared veal
dishes on Quattro’s regular menu that pay homage to the Carro’s former home region scaloppini, topped with prosciutto and sage with green peas). Plus, Quattro’s dessert
include: Preparazione Casalinga Dei Ravioli Di Casa Savoia Tartufati (fontina ravioli selection is heavenly!
drizzled with white truffle oil), and the Agnolotti Piemontesi Allo Stufato (braised beef
ravioli with Piedmontese sauce). Quattro will expand internationally with an opening at the J.W. Marriott in Mexico City
on May 18, 2012 and is located at 1014 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Open for lunch
Chefs Carro’s menu also pays homage to several regional styles of Italian cuisine. and dinner daily. 305.531.4833
Their sophisticated yet earthy menu starts with over ten different types of antipasti
($13-$19). Two examples include Parmigiana di Melanzane in Forma (baked organic Visit www.wireweekly.com/dining for more information about great
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COVER STORY: LIVING WITH HIV: NOT A DEATH SENTENCE, A LIFE SENTENCE
FLORIDA RANKS FIRST in the country in the number of people diagnosed with HIV (6,120
in 2009). Florida ranks first in the country in the rate of new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2009). Florida ranks third
in the country in the rate of new AIDS diagnoses per 100,000 (2009). Florida ranks second in the country in the rate
of HIV prevalence (2008). Florida ranks fourth in the country in the rate of AIDS prevalence (2008). Miami ranks first
in the country in the rate of new HIV diagnoses per 100,000. (2010) Miami ranks second in the country in the rate of
new AIDS diagnoses per 100,000 (2010) Florida has the third longest ADAP (AIDS drug assistance program) waiting
list in the country. (Facts from Care Resource)
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WITH HIV:
NOT A DEATH SENTENCE, A LIFE SENTENCE
By James Cubby
he facts are shockingly clear, HIV and AIDS are still infect- At one time a HIV positive diagnosis was considered a death
ing and killing thousands of people a day, but the good sentence, leading to AIDS. Today, it’s not a death sentence but
news is that it’s now a manageable disease. “It’s sad that it’s still not welcome news. “I’m scared to tell people, but you
people believe that it’s a death sentence,” says Dr. Steven have to accept it,” said Quilvio Rodriquez a 26-year-old Miami
Santiago, Medical Director for Care Resource, a nonprofit, mul- dancer who has been HIV positive for just over a year. Ro-
ticultural, community based AIDS service organization. “Today driquez, at first reluctant to go public with his news offered to
it’s a manageable disease. In some ways its easier to manage share his story. “I thought I was doing the right thing by protect-
than diabetes.” With the reports of a new drug that will pre- ing myself. I was in a relationship and had unprotected sex.”
vent HIV infection in healthy people there is hope, however, Not realizing that his partner had HIV, Rodriquez contracted
according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention the virus and it has changed his life. His relationship ended
there are approximately 1.2 million people in the United States and he was hesitant to share the news with friends. “It’s scary
living with HIV infection and 1 in 5 are unaware of their infec- to tell people but you find out who your real friends are and
tion. In fact, Care Resource has shared a report that states that friendships grow stronger.” Part of the stigma of an HIV posi-
every 9.5 minutes, someone in the U.S. is infected with HIV. tive diagnosis is being shunned by friends, family and work. “It
The war against AIDS is a battle that has not been won yet took me a long time to be able to talk about it without being
and there have been many casualties. An estimated 717,025 emotional,” says Rodriquez. Still healthy, Rodriquez does not
people with AIDS have died in the U.S. since the beginning take any medications. Working as a waiter and a dancer, his
of the epidemic (according to Advert-international HIV &AIDS financial history prevents him from qualifying for support from
Charity). programs like Ryan White and AHF and without insurance he
can’t get a case worker. Rodriquez, who recently performed
In 1981 when the first cases of AIDS were reported in the U.S. with Dance NOW! Miami, remains hopeful and tries to keep
the cases rapidly increased, as did AIDS deaths. The numbers healthy. “I’m trying to stay positive about being positive.”
continued to grow dramatically until 1996 with the widespread
use of combination antiretroviral therapy. While people with Pioneer Winter, dancer/choreographer who choreographed
AIDS are surviving longer and the numbers of those living with Reaching the Surface, a performance piece mixing contempo-
AIDS are steadily increasing, the disease is still out there. Re- rary dance, spoken word and live music, offered to share his
ports say that an estimated 21% of people living with HIV in views on HIV/AIDS. Winter, who holds a Masters Degree in
the U.S. are undiagnosed. Prevention has always been a major Public Health and Epidemiology, has worked with several artists
weapon in the battle, acknowledging the infection and control- who have been infected and affected by HIV/AIDS – including
ling it is one of the utmost concerns of health organizations Rodriquez who performed in Reaching the Surface and worked
today. The infected continue to spread the disease, unknowing with health care programs like Alert Health and Care Resource.
that they have it, and many who are infected are in denial, not Winter has become an activist hoping to “serve the community
taking responsibility for their own life or the lives of others. by demonstrating that one cannot live in the shadow of unde-
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served stigma, as well as the shadow of ignorance.” before
Winter, who has since left health care behind to focus
more on dance, emphasizes the importance of educa- KEY STEPS TO GETTING
tion, not just with those at risk but the whole world.
“People don’t realize how hard it is to get. You can’t PROPER HIV TREATMENT
IN MIAMI:
get HIV from someone by casual contact.” As some-
one who has worked in the health care system, Winter
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also stresses the importance of getting help. “Don’t do
it by yourself. You need a case manager. Check out Contact Care Resource and request that they assign you a
the programs like AHF (AIDS Healthcare Foundation), case manager to assist you with treatment 3510 Biscayne
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pensive and without insurance or a program like the
Ryan White Foundation it is difficult. If Care Resource is not able to assist you with treatment
contact the Ryan White Foundation and request they assign
Diagnosed with HIV 22 years ago, Richard Burton Jr., you a case manager to assist you with treatment Office of
a Miami Beach resident, actor and AIDS activist, vol- Grants Coordination Ryan White Program
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ton wasn’t always the picture of health as he is today, treatment.
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Burton has struggled with many health problems during the years, including liver failure, but has survived
and considers himself lucky. “I feel like a soldier that has walked through a battlefield, scared and bruised
yet stronger. I have contributed to the care and attention of an ongoing life.” Like many who first were diag- The following centers offer services to
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years ago. It made me feel worse. I’ve been on a brutal regime since ’94.” Offering Wire Magazine before
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but a life sentence. You have to make a life plan to take care of yourself every day.” Burton volunteers for Acción: 305.672.1704
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92,738 96,241
er, there should be no reason why they can- P.E.T. Center: 305.538.0525
80,000 not live to their normal life expectancy. I have PWAC: 305.573.6010
several patients who acquired HIV via perinatal
60,000
46,996 48,924 50,644
45,597
51,183
46,795 transmission, and now they are 25 years and Planned Parenthood: 305.441.2022
43,814
40,000
40,642
older. Patients are living longer and therefore
it is imperative that they adhere to their regi- S.H.E. Center for Women: 305.895.5555
20,000
men to achieve a continuous viral suppression.
Veterans Administration (Spec. Imm. Clinic):
0
Maximal viral suppression results in lowering 305.324.3267
2007 2008 2009 2010 of the transmission and therefore an important
public health concern.” Village South: 305.573.3784
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Every healthcare worker, pharmacist or doctor interviewed stressed the importance of seeking
immediate medical care. “First and most important, always seek medical care from an HIV
specialist,” stated Shafig. “You can go on the American Academy of HIV Medicine’s website
and locate an expert in your area. The second key person in your care is a medical case
manager. You must have a case manager to help you apply for various State and Federal
funding available. There is no reason for a patient to be HIV-infected in the United States of
Below:
America and be without HIV therapy. Depending on their income, they can qualify for straight Austin Head
Medicaid, Medicare part B, ADAP (AIDS Drug Assistance Program), PAP (manufacture’s pa-
tient Assistance Programs), or co-payment assistance programs. Please always make sure
you have a case manager so you can benefit from all of these services.” Michael Kahane,
Southern Region Bureau chief for AIDS Healthcare Foundation stressed that the most important
step after discovering that you are HIV positive is “to get into care as soon as possible with a
competent doctor they like and trust. The doctor and the patient need to have a “partner in
care” attitude.” Of course treatment is necessary but Kahane also stresses the importance of
“getting tested” in the fight against HIV/AIDS. “HIV is at epidemic levels throughout the South
and this is an area where there is significant stigma attached to the disease and a lack of
providers. The most important strategy is to test as many people as possible for HIV, identify
those who are positive and get them into care. 20% of people living with HIV do not know
they are positive and that 20% is responsible for 75% of the new infections. The only way to
manage this disease is to expand testing programs and link those who are positive into care.
This year AHF plans to test 50,000 people in Florida.”
Above:
Charlie David
With a disease that has been around since 1981 the public should be more informed and
educated with the facts about HIV/AIDS. When asked what was the reason that South Florida
numbers were higher than anywhere else in the country, the doctors were mostly at a loss for
answers. “A lot has to do with continued denial,” said Dr. Santiago. “There are lots of minori-
ties engaging in unprotected sex. Bi-sexuals still engage in lots of unprotected sex. There are
a lot of young people with STDs. My patients admit to having unprotected sex. People don’t
realize that getting an STD increases your chances of getting HIV.” Florida ranks first in the
country in the number of people diagnosed with HIV and first in the country in the rate of new
HIV diagnoses per 100,000. Dr. Santiago believes the reason for this is denial, bi-sexuals who
engage in unprotected sex and minorities with a lack of education and denial. “Many minori-
“HIV is not a death sentence,
but a life sentence. You have to
make a life plan to take care of
yourself every day.” - Richard Burton, Jr.
ties are diagnosed and already have AIDS.” The majority of doctors and healthcare workers
agreed that education is key to stopping the HIV virus.
Filmmaker Charlie David hopes his new documentary Positive Youth will help educate the
masses. “Positive Youth features four young people who bravely share their personal stories
in living with HIV,” says David. “They offer a raw, uncensored look into their daily lives: the
shock of receiving an HIV positive diagnosis, what it’s like on the dating scene, battling stigma
within their work, social and family life, and coming to the realization that life is not over –
there is a future for them.” One of the purposes of making Positive Youth was to help change
the perception of how the world views HIV. “HIV transmission is rapidly rising among our
youth,” adds David. “There seems to be an apathy towards it and a safe sex fatigue going on
that’s simply dangerous. The challenge is of course multifaceted and different socioeconomic,
racial and sexual orientations are riddled with their own unique complexities and potential
triggers. I don’t pretend to know the answers, but what I think is paramount is that the discus-
sion is started and perhaps spearheaded by our youth.” When asked why he thought the
youth of today were so uninformed about HIV, David replied, “I think we live in a society that’s
terrified to tell the truth or to cause unease or to potentially offend. So we place the blame on
schools, we place the blame on parents; we place the blame on rock ‘n’ roll. We’ve strayed
so far from an inclusive and supportive place for the human mind, body and spirit to thrive
and are immersed in our individuality. The problem is that the youth infection rate is rapidly
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DEALING WITH HIV-RELATED
EXCESS ABDOMINAL FAT
“Because of EGRIFTA® is a new medication approved to help HIV-
the lack of infect ed patients reduce their excess abdominal fat from
the disease.
education on 1) What are the benefits of EGRIFTA®?
AIDS, discrimi- EGRIFTA® (tesamorelin for injection) is an injectable pre-
scription medicine to reduce the excess abdominal fat in
nation, fear, HIV-infected patients with lipodystrophy. It was approved
by the FDA in November 2010 and was made available to
panic, and lies patients in January 2011.
surrounded 2) Is EGRIFTA® the only medication on the
market that reduces HIV-related excess bel-
me.” ly fat?
Yes, EGRIFTA® is the first and only treatment indicated to
- Ryan White
reduce excess abdominal fat in HIV-infected patients with
lipodystrophy
3) Are there any major side effects associ-
ated with EGRIFTA®?
rising. The education and message driven campaigns are either absent or largely not effective. There are For full-prescribing information including side effects, you
many individuals and organizations doing incredible work and we need to continue to support them. It’s should visit www.egrifta.com/Patients/AboutEgrifta.aspx
also time we give youth the voice they deserve and listen to the remedies they suggest.”
4) What’s been the success rate of patients
Austin Head, a DJ/entertainer/musician appearing in Positive Youth, says he was prompted to participate
taking EGRIFTA®?
in the documentary because of the world’s ignorance on the subject of HIV, especially young people. “The
In two separate clinical trials, at six months, EGRIFTA® re-
director of a local youth group told me that they have 16 year-olds coming in and testing positive. Their
duced HIV-related excess belly fat by an average of 18%
youngest so far was 15, and when he found out his reply was, “Was it something I ate?” Head, who was
in the first trial, and by an average of 14% in the second.
less open about his HIV status before Positive Youth now seems to be on a soapbox and is using his vis-
This reduction in visceral adipose tissue (VAT) showed an
ibility to help get the word out. He has created a website called PositivelyFrisky.com, a social network for
approximately 1-inch reduction in waist size. On average,
people that are HIV positive. “It’s a place on the web where they can find a safe, stigma free community,
patients on EGRIFTA® did not lose weight. Like HIV, HIV-re-
stay updated on HIV advancements and meet others with shared life experiences.” While Head hopes
that Positive Youth will help educate the youth his campaign doesn’t stop there. “My hope and mission lated excess belly fat is a chronic condition, so people who
is stopping this severe oversight and injustice in the education of our youths. We must bring to light the used EGRIFTA® continuously for 1 year maintained their
advances we have made with HIV, show that life does not end when diagnosed and update all those who results over this time period. People who stopped using EG-
may still live in fear or ignorance of this affliction - that this is not something to be afraid of or ignore, but RIFTA® after 6 months had VAT come back. In clinical tri-
to conquer! I was not even born when HIV was discovered and yet, today, many people under 30 are als of EGRIFTA®, a greater percentage of people who took
wholly uninformed about HIV.” EGRIFTA® reported an improvement in belly appearance
distress than people who did not take EGRIFTA®.
When those interviewed were asked for advice to share, the unanimous answer was prevention. “Use
protection to prevent all diseases,” stated Dr. Santiago. “Hep C can be transmitted sexually. HIV and Hep 5) Is there any assistance avail-
C – together are the number one cause of liver failure.” HIV/AIDS is still here and the issue should not be able for patients who would
ignored. The miracle drug is still a myth even though symptoms are controlled with fewer pills today. While like to take EGRIFTA®?
Richard Burton Jr. admitted to taking 17 pills a day, Dr. Santiago revealed that some of his patients take With the availability of EGRIFTA®, EMD
only one pill a day but that pill is expensive. “The one pill costs $2,500 per day,” says Dr. Santiago. While Serono launched both a co-pay and
medical breakthroughs are improving HIV/AIDS medications, there still is no cure. BBC News reported this patient assistance program, in addition
week that a panel of US health experts is now backing a drug called Truvada, which will prevent HIV infec- to the AXIS Center which provides dedi-
tion in healthy people. This pill, which will also be expensive, is not yet on the market. Austin Head, whose cated reimbursement, teaching and
documentary Positive Youth makes its television broadcast premiere on LogoTV on May 19 at 8 p.m., had adherence support for patients on
the best advice to share. Both Positive Youth and PositivelyFrisky.com are small steps toward the change EGRIFTA®. If you have been pre-
we need to make in the HIV education and prevention efforts. We have the tools to turn HIV around and scribed EGRIFTA® and have ques-
stop it dead in its tracks. Unfortunately, with the estimated 1 million people in the US who have HIV, 20% tions about product support, you
don’t even know. And, by the way, 30% of those million are heterosexual. This affliction affects everyone can call the AXIS Center toll-
- not just the gay community.” Austin went on to share advice from his friend Mitch. “Know your status, but free at 877.714.2947.
also act as though everyone is positive by engaging in responsible sexual activity, and you will drastically
reduce your risk of contracting any STD, let alone HIV.”
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Retro Riot
@ Queen Lounge
photos by Henry Perez, Wire Magazine
Thursday night, Edison Farrow hosted his new-
est weekly party, RETRO RIOT at Queen Lounge!
Guests got glammed up and decked out with
fabulous attire for this retro bash, that also cele-
brated Rob Davidson’s birthday with outrageous
guests and a fashion show. DJ Troy Landon was
spinning the best tracks mixing up the decades
with music from the ‘70s, ‘80s, & ‘90s.
GET YOUR
HEART ON
or years, health promoters have been racking their brains trying to come up
with persuasive reasons for Americans to be more physically active. Well here’s
a new one that’s sure to get some attention: Men who exercise are less likely to
experience sexual dysfunction as they get older.
Analyzing data from surveys of nearly 32,000 men ages 53 to 90, researchers
concluded that men who were the most physically active were least likely to be-
come impotent. According to Eric B. Rimm, (no kidding) an associate professor at
the Harvard School of Public Health, men who ran at least three hours per week
appeared to have the sexual functioning of men two to five years younger. But
even moderate activity proved beneficial: Men who briskly walked for 30 minutes,
most days of the week, had a 15 to 20 percent reduction in the risk of erectile
dysfunction.
Fewer than 25 percent of Americans get enough exercise, so it is not surprising
that sexual dysfunction is a common complaint, particularly among older men.
However, some doctors believe that impotence could be considered an early warn-
ing sign of what could happen to the heart. Exercise appears to benefit the small
arteries that control erections, which is the same reason that exercise is good for
the heart – it benefits the arteries that feed the heart. And while many men appear
unconcerned about heart health, chances are they may be more motivated to do
something about the health of their sex lives.
Ken Hunt is an AFI-certified trainer and fitness expert who owns New York and
Miami’s Steel Gym. Steel Gym has been named the No. 1 gym in New York two
years in a row by the American Fitness Institute. In Miami, Steel Gym is located at TO VIEW ADDITIONAL PHOTOS
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FLIX BY KEVIN WYNN
A PAINLESS POSITION
Directed by:
Bess Kargman
Friday Night Fun
Cast:
@ TWIST
Aran Bell photos by Henry Perez, Wire Magazine
Gaya Bommer Yemini
Michaela Deprince A night out in South Beach would not be com-
Jules Jarvis Fogarty plete without TWIST, and Friday nights have
Miko Fogarty no shortage of fun, scandals, and outrageous
Rebecca Houseknecht surprises. Guests of all kinds couldn’t wait to get
Joan Sebastian Zamora some late night fun with great beats, hot dancers,
and a variety of bars for their choosing. “Never
t feels -- good to be worked that hard and to be in that sort of mindset and then A Cover… Always A Groove.”
have everything hurting when you come home,” says Aran Bell, a stoic, imper-
turbable eleven year old, reflecting on his ballet training.
If Aran, one of a handful of top-flight young dancers profiled in Bess Kargman’s
documentary First Position, is feeling any pain, it doesn’t show as he hops on his
skateboard and glides through a crowded corridor after class.
But then ballet dancers live with pain, dance though pain, do the impossible and
never stop smiling. And Kargman isn’t about to start tearing off the bandages that
hide the scuffs and sores – a gentle, soothing backrub is more her style.
First Position follows about half a dozen young dancers – they’d be in middle school
and high school if they went to school – as they work toward the finals of the Youth
America Grand Prix, a make-or-break international dance competition.
Kargman’s film is the real-world opposite of the bizarro-world TV reality shows about
dancers; it’s warm and admiring where reality TV is distanced and depraved. First
Position’s dancers are dancing because they want to; their parents are portrayed not
as monstrous stage moms and dads but as harried enablers of their children’s dreams,
bending their lives, careers and finances like their kids bend their infinitely flexible
limbs.
The dancers themselves are almost too good to be true. Joan Sebastian Zamora,
16, from a village near Cali, Colombia, lives a life of saintly sacrifice in New York,
focused on winning a scholarship to the Royal Ballet School in London. Michaela De-
Prince, orphaned by the brutal civil war in Sierra Leone and adopted by an American
family, dances past obstacles that would stop most people in their tracks and provides
First Position’s only real suspense when she injures her foot during the finals. Rebecca
Houseknecht, a high school senior, has the most ordinary life – she was even, briefly,
a cheerleader! But there’s nothing ordinary about her dancing.
First Position could use a few reality-show rough edges; its stupefied admiration of its
subjects gets monotonous. Then again, there might not be much backstage scandal
to exploit. The stars of First Position are young, their personalities still forming. And
their schedules are full to bursting – they hardly have time for youthful indiscretions.
That said, Kargman’s craft is formidable. First Position is almost as focused as the
dancers it documents. It’s sharply shot, perfectly paced and features plenty of perfor-
mance footage. Unlike the dancers in First Position’s spotlight, the film’s audience is
never in danger of feeling any pain.
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MAY 17 - 23
CONCERTS
Lang Lang, international renowned pia- Arsht Center’s “Theater Up Close” se-
nist, returns for another solo recital at ries continues with Death and Harry
the Arsht Center on May 17. Houdini, a play with magic about the
life of Harry Houdini, at the Arsht Cen-
Jane’s Addiction, the ‘90s alternative ter thru May 20.
rock band, brings their Theatre of the
Escapists Tour to the Fillmore Miami Actors’ Playhouse presents Becky’s
Beach on May 18. New Car, a comedy about the perils of
middle age, at the Miracle Theatre thru
June 3.
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks, a com-
edy about a Baptist minister’s widow
who hires a gay ex-chorus boy to teach
her to dance, continues at Miami Beach
Stage Door thru May 20.
DANCE
Miami Dance Festival continues with
Willy Chirino, with special guests The performances at venues throughout Mi-
Celia Cruz All Stars plays at the Magic ami and Miami Beach. Visit www.mo-
City Amphitheatre on May 19. mentumdance.com for schedule.
Rusko, the English dubstep record pro- David Zambrano presents The Soul
ducer and DJ, brings his music to the Project, a dance piece with an interna-
stage of Fillmore Miami Beach on May tional cast, at The Light Box at Goldman
19. Warehouse May 17 – 19.
Miami Civic Music Association presents Miami City Ballet’s Annual Student
a series of duos and trios with violinists Showcase will run at the Miami City Bal-
Bela Horvath and David Lisker, with pia- let Studio Theater from May 18 – 20.
nist YinJia Lin at Gusman Concert Hall
on May 20. COMEDY
The infamous Joan Rivers brings her
THEATRE acerbic comedy to the stage of Hard
Stage Door Theatre presents All Night Rock Live on May 17 at 8 p.m.
Strut, a musical celebration of the ‘30s
and ‘40s, at the Byron Carlyle Theatre
thru June 10.
Time Stands Still, hailed as one of the
best new plays on Broadway, plays at
the GableStage at the Biltmore thru June
3.
Spring Awakening, winner of ten 2007
Tony Awards including Best Musical,
plays at Area Stage from May 18 –
June 3.
Disney’s long running Broadway hit,
The Lion King, runs at the Arsht Center
thru June 10.
Visit www.wiredonthearts.com Submissions for Wired on the Arts
to view the contact information for should be sent to:
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by Antwyone Ingram
he lifespan of any great gay reoccurring party in this day and age is usually short-
lived. Edison Farrow, a local legend with over a decade in the party promoting
industry, has produced a plethora of parties and events that have certainly stood
the test of time. HYPE was born two years ago, and while many competitors fell flat
with their delivery of a weekly party that in fact lived up to “the hype,” this Edison cre-
ation is still here and living up to those expectations. Two years, and a venue closing
later, HYPE is still pumping the beats, and giving partygoers exactly what it did upon
its birth two years ago – a great time. Unbothered by mild roadblocks that could have
ultimately been the demise of one impeccable Friday night party, HYPE Fridays have
stood their ground. In recognition of HYPE’s 2nd year anniversary, Wire Magazine
spoke to Edison about the growth and future of HYPE, as well as his thoughts on the
evident evolution of Miami’s gay scene.
Are you surprised with the success of HYPE? Did it meet your expecta-
tions or surpass them?
This has been a fun night since the launch two years ago at Bar 721. It took off as soon
as we launched it. We had to remove the furniture from Bar 721 every week due to the
overwhelming attendance. Now, at MOVA, we are still going strong!
What do you hope to accomplish with HYPE in the near and distant
future?
We will be adding more performances on Fridays, Pussila is our host every week and
it would be fun if she performed. Plus, many local singers are interested in performing.
Edison, you’ve been around for some time and have a reputation
for throwing amazing parties. Do you think the scene has drastically
evolved, and if yes -- how so?
Absolutely. The scene has changed EVERYWHERE. First big clubs went away, not just
in Miami, but in most cities. The small venues and lounges became more popular. Then,
when the recession hit, people stopped going out as often.
What suggestions can you give to young and new promoters seeking to
accomplish the amount of success you have with your parties?
People do not realize the work and expense that it takes to get an event going when
done properly. It’s not just a matter of making a Facebook invitation! You really need to
put a lot of work and publicity into starting an event - especially these days.
Your parties present a very fun and laid-back atmosphere, with very
little attitude and judgments. Do you feel some clubs/promoters take
themselves too seriously – ultimately resulting in the demise of their
events?
Absolutely. I have always treated the events as if I am hosting a party in my home and
welcoming people. If you are not nice to people, they will not want to go to your event.
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THIS WEEK
THURSDAY, MAY 17 her gaggle of guest entertainers! Get ready
for the biggest show on South Beach at 6 p.m.
ANGLERS: Tonight don’t miss LOCO 4 Locals
Thursdays at the Anglers. Enjoy 2-4-1 Well SCORE: Tonight the Penny Back Boyz host
Drinks and $15 Beer Bucket specials. Sit back one of the hottest parties in South Beach, Filthy
with a live DJ and enjoy 20% off the menu Gorgeous Fridays celebrating the premier of
tonight from 5 – 8 p.m. 660 Washington Ave. the new film Battleship. Doors open at 10 p.m.
EROS LOUNGE: Presenting Latin Fuego TWIST: Enjoy a fabulous night at TWIST. Get
Thursday nights! Get ready for an outrageous in for the free Happy Hour BBQ at 6 p.m.
night hosted by Teresita La Caliente with Tonight get in the house for some delicious
shows starting at 11 p.m. Free parking and beats by DJ Scott Mann and a crowd that’s
$6 Cuba Libres all night long. 8201 Biscayne sure to please. Enjoy seven different bars, stiff
Blvd. drinks, beautiful dancers, and, of course, the
only place where there’s “Never a cover...
MOVA: Stop by for happy hour from 3
Filthy Gorgeous Fridays
Always a groove.”
to 9 p.m., followed by Vanity Girl. Vanity
Girl Thursdays gives you gorgeous girls, SATURDAY, MAY 19
@ SCORE great music by DJ Zehno, $4 Miller Lites,
$6 Finlandia cocktails, and a free Miller Lite DISCOTEKKA: Downtown’s only gay dance
photos by Henry Perez, Wire Magazine when you buy the shot of the week. 1625 party brings you “We Love Brazilians,” with
Michigan Ave. sounds by DJ/Producer Just Oliver. Enjoy
shows by TP Lords and Gina DiAngelo, hosted
Absolut stopped by Filthy Gorgeous Fridays at PALACE: Palace hosts Stiletto Nights with by Athena Dion & Vegas Dion. $5 OR-G shots
SCORE to bring partygoers “Go-Go Fantasy fierce drag shows by host Missy Meiyakie all night long! 950 NE 2nd Ave.
Night,” complete with sexy dancers, little BIG and special diva cast members. Show starts at
men, aerialist and a night filled with many spec- 6 p.m. Enjoy weekly drink specials all night. MOVA: Stop by for happy hour from 3 to 9
1200 Ocean Drive. p.m., followed by FLASH Saturdays with the
tacles and invigorating beats. hottest music videos and visual entertainment
QUEEN LOUNGE: Edison Farrow hosts by VJ Chris Racine till 3 a.m. with $9 Grey
RETRO RIOT tonight at Queen Lounge! Don’t Goose cocktails all night.
hesitate to get glammed up and throw on your
most fabulous attire for this retro bash with DJ PALACE: Enjoy a special day of drag shows,
Troy Landon spinning the best tracks mixing great food, and stiff cocktails, as The Palace
up the decades with music from the ‘70s, Bar hosts Drag Gone Wild with Tiffany
‘80s, & ‘90s. The party starts at 10 p.m. 841 Fantasia and her gaggle of performers! Heels
Washington Ave. hit the pavement at 6 p.m. sharp!
SCORE: Enjoy cocktails out on the patio and SCORE: Don’t miss Score’s BIGGER Saturdays
watch the famous Lincoln Road traffic pass party tonight – PLAY Men featuring the sounds
by. Later in the evening Score hosts Pop Fever of Mexican DJ/Producer Isaac Escalante,
Thursdays, celebrating the release of Adam with opening set by DJ Alex Infiniti! Expect
Lambert’s new album Trespassing, with fab the hottest men and most hypnotic beats that
beats by DJ Daisy D & AJ Reddy paired with will keep you moving at Saturday’s largest
an incredible crowd of delicious partygoers. gay dance party on the Beach. Enjoy $6
Take advantage of $6 Long Islands all night. Chambord vodka all night. Hosted by Alex
727 Lincoln Road. Prieto.
TWIST: Don’t miss out on a fabulous night at TWIST: Happy Hour 2-4-1 with Tommy and
TWIST with seven different bars, DJ Sushiman, the locals from 1 to 9 p.m. on everything.
stiff drinks, and beautiful dancers. And if Come tonight for MUSCLE BOY Saturdays
you’re looking for some hot papis, DJ Adora and enjoy a full house of hot men and
will be hosting Sabroso in Bar 5! Don’t miss some incredible beats by DJ Mika. “Never a
the 2-4-1 Special on everything till 2 a.m. cover...Always a groove.”
“Never a cover... Always a groove.” 1057
Washington Ave. SUNDAY, MAY 20
FRIDAY, MAY 18 ANGLERS: If you are looking to nurse that
hangover with some unlimited mimosas and
JOHNNY’S MIAMI: Get in tonight for Towel Bloody Marys, look no further than 660 at
Night Fridays! Snag your taste of locker room the Anglers. Enjoy great food and delicious
fun tonight with 30 dancers in nothing but tow- libations in one of the most beautiful bou-
els. Steamy live shows all night, and private tique resorts Miami Beach has to offer. 660
VIP rooms available. Hosted by Josie Love. 46 Washington Ave.
NE 14th Street.
CHALK LOUNGE: Get out of the house with
MOVA: Edison
MOVA: Edison Farrow
Farrow presents
presents HYPE
HYPE Fridays
Fridays Edison Farrow at SMASH Sundays. Hop on a
2nd Anniversary
2nd Anniversary Party
Party atat MOVA.
MOVA. EnjoyEnjoy an an Ping-Pong table, shoot some billiards, or chill
outrageous show
outrageous show byby Pussila
Pussila with
with sounds
sounds byby DJ
DJ out as DJ Smeejay works the turntables. The
Bryan Zero.
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an album
album release
release party kicks off at 8 p.m. with no cover and
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POPular7 featuring
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the first vodka drink specials all night.
first 100
100 guestsguests will receive
will receive an album
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giveaway.
away.$7
Enjoy Enjoy $7 Finlandia
Finlandia and $8and $8vodka
Stoli Stoli vodka
cock- MOVA: MOVA hosts the most scandalous
cocktails
tails all long.
all night night Snag
long.a Snag
bottle ofa Finlandia
bottle of party in South Beach, Out-n-Ugly Sundays
Finlandia
for $100 to forparty
$100 in to party in style.
style. with DJ Latrice. Beginning at 9 p.m. with drag
TO VIEW ADDITIONAL PHOTOS shows 11 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. Enjoy $4 Miller
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