![]() When trans people and trans stories appear in the lives of mainstream society, it is the transformation which catches the eyes of cis viewers more than anything else. Visibility can be a trap in many ways because we never got to set the terms by which we are viewed. Etymologically, the term “trans” is a Latin prefix and adjective meaning simply “to cross over,” and apologies for pulling a move from some freshman’s first English paper but this definition is important, because it demonstrates that historically ‘trans’ often acts as a metaphor to signal a transition or change. Transness as it is represented in mainstream culture is almost never to the benefit of trans people, but rather uses trans qualities or characters for their metaphorical potential.Ĭis audiences have been trained to view transgender stories not as fully realized narratives but as stand-ins for some larger force. ![]() The only problem is that while we are being watched, we’re not being seen. These past few years, and this one in particular, Trans Day of Visibility feels less like a celebration and more a reminder of the ways we are under near constant surveillance. Who is seeing us? How do we want to be seen? And at what cost? You can read all essays from the series here. This Trans Day of Visibility, we’re publishing a series of essays from trans writers who pose questions about what being visible has meant for us. The 50 Best Lesbian, Bisexual & Queer Movies Of All Time.LGBTQ Television Guide: What To Watch Now.hyperrealfilmclub.ĭivina Hostess Tatiana Cholula and special guests serve an evening of Latinx queerness. Opens with local short film "Stiletto." Mon., April 4, 7:30pm. Knife + Heart Hyperreal's Monday movie series shows Yann Gonzalez's 2018 blood-and-neon-soaked queer giallo. Led by co-hosts Ayjshane and Raphaella the Swan. Poetry on Tea Leaves A workshop & open mic for Black, brown, and queer folks. No Bottoms Sunday A post-brunch drag show where the mimosas are bottomless. Gear Night Dress in full leather, a T-shirt and jeans, or anything in between – whatever gear is to you. Vintage Aerobics With Erica Nix Thu., March 31, 6:20pm. Mama Duke, Chucky Blk, BluMoon Presented by KVRX, this event's got a top-tier lineup of Austin artists: poet & rapper Chucky Blk, jazz fusion band BluMoon, and hip-hop artist (and now Grammy U mentor!) Mama Duke fresh off a hot SXSW run. Costumes (themes include Santa, grandma, cow, and edible) and a timely arrival get you in on the free samples. Presented by Pussy Power House, and hosted by Jade Fusco and Tressa Gilmer. Satisfy your sweet tooth with this dessert-themed interactive performance art dance party featuring local women, POC, and queer owned sweet shops. Time to show the jerks in power that a real Texan stands up for trans rights. This event's a collaborative effort from TENT, Equality Texas, Texas Freedom Network, Human Rights Campaign, Lambda Legal, and ACLU of Texas. Jessica González and Austin Music Awards Best Electronic Artist winner p1nkstar. ![]() In the interest of safety, the event's location will only be released following an RSVP through Eventbrite.įollowing close afterward is the All in for Equality Coalition TDOV rally at the State Capitol on Saturday, April 2, at noon. Free food will be on offer, but it's first come, first served so mind the 6pm start time. It'll also mark the org's first in-person event since the pandemic's start. Transgender Education Network of Texas rolls out a celebration of the trans community this Thursday, March 31. ![]() In any case, the day still stands as an important time to reflect on the myriad definitions of visibility in our trans community, whether it be selfies, rallies, legislative justice, or simply having the freedom to be trans and safe.Īustinwise, there're two shindigs up for your attendance during ye olde TDOV. For others, Trans Day of Visibility reveals the fundamental problem in the mainstream view of trans advocacy: that representation too frequently usurps direct action as our praxis. How you celebrate this March 31 is up to you – personally I take a halfway decent selfie and ride the brief online clout wave of being trans for about 20 likes on Twitter. ![]()
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