FRONTIERS SUGGESTS: Our top picks for the next 14 days

Fri., Oct. 10

Conference on Queer

The Los Angeles Queer Studies Conference celebrates 10 years in a two-day event that promises to deliver an assortment of plenary panels and performances like Adelina Anthony, L.A.-based artist, and Cheryl Dunye, lesbian filmmaker, who will be showcasing her work. UCLA Royce Hall. Fri., Oct. 10 (12-6 p.m.) and Sat., Oct. 11 (9 a.m.-6 p.m.). Free admission. humnet.ucla.edu/humnet/ lgbts/events/current.html

Sat., Oct. 11

A Night of Diva

One night to touch a million lives. The most talented women in the entertainment business unite in the 18th annual Divas Simply Singing!, a benefit concert to continue the courageous battle against HIV/AIDS, to raise their voices in song and commitment to awareness and prevention—each performing one song with the sole accompaniment of a concert grand piano. Wilshire Theatre Beverly Hills. Sat., Oct. 11. 7:30 p.m. $25-250. 323/936-8951; divassimplysinging.com

Wed., Oct. 15

Operas and After-Parties

Join Frontiers and IN Magazine on a special night "Out at the Opera" in Madama Butterfly, a heart-breaking tragedy of unrequited love incapable of bridging the cultural divide between East and West illuminated in new ways in this singular production by Robert Wilson. Afterwards, continue the festivities at our exclusive after-party at East Third Steakhouse with free drinks and hors d'oeuvres. LA Opera. Wed., Oct. 15. Tickets start at $20 and include party. 213/972-8001; losangelesopera.com

Thurs., Oct. 16

Hollywood Movers and Shakers

HOMOtracker, an industry networking group whose membership is exclusively gay and lesbian, holds its fifth major social event, FallOut '08, one L.A.’s most talked about and anticipated events. Join young gay Hollywood's upwardly mobile professionals gather to network and raise money—100 percent of the proceeds will go to support the NO on 8, Equality for All campaign. Cinespace. Thurs., Oct. 16. 7:30 p.m. $20 donation. homotracker.org

Fri., Oct. 17

America’s Next Top Choreographer?

This two-day event should prove a must-see for dance lovers. Three acclaimed choreographers participate in “Master Dance Maker” to present a new reality TV show-based dance presentation: 11-minute score, nine dancers, 12 hours—for a cash prize! Exciting? We think so. Pasadena Dance Theatre. Fri., Oct. 17-Sat., Oct. 18. $20 advance, $25 day of. 626/683-3459; pasadenadance.org

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Sat., Oct. 18

Milkin’ It!

The L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center celebrates its 37th anniversary by honoring openly gay director Gus Van Sant, whose newest work brings pioneering gay politician Harvey Milk to the silver screen in Milk, among other notables advancing the queer cause. In addition to great food and great company, guests will enjoy an evening of superb entertainment hosted by actress and entertainer Joely Fisher (‘Til Death, Ellen). Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel. Sat., Oct. 18. 6 p.m 323/993-7638; lagaycenter.org

Sun., Oct. 19

Every Child Needs a Home

If you’ve ever considered becoming a foster or adoptive parent, join the gay friendly Southern California Foster Family & Adoption Agency for an afternoon filled with information, a photo exhibit and a live performance by the Gay Men's Chorus. This event could change your life. RSVP soon as seating is limited. Metropolitan Community Church Los Angeles. Sun., Oct. 19. 3:30 p.m. Free admission. 213/365-2900; heartgalleryla.org/events.aspx

Walk for a Cure

Thousands will traverse the streets of West Hollywood to raise money for AIDS Project Los Angeles and other AIDS service organizations in the 24th annual AIDS Walk Los Angeles. Last year, 30,000 walkers and 2,500 volunteers made it the largest AIDS fundraiser in Southern California, raising more than $3.8 million for HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and advocacy programs. WeHo. Sun., Oct. 19. 9:15 a.m. 213/201-WALK; aidswalk.net

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