You're one of the many stars in Homo for the Holidays. Hang on—Jesus, are you gay?
Yup, you hit the nail on the head with that one, so to speak.
What's the best part of being gay during the holidays?
Spending time with my chosen family, of course! Bringing everyone together around the supper table to drink wine and break bread is such a delight.
Has your dad ever given you any advice about being gay?
Well, he's never explicitly given me advice about it, but he has taught me so much about being a good person (or prophet, as the case may be). Going about the world with love and forgiveness will get you pretty far.
Is it a lot of pressure, you know, being the reason for the season?
Oh, not at all! I mean, it's all I've ever known, so it's just what I do. Still, each year I work on improving myself as a role model—being open to change, speaking out for those who cannot, and asking myself "What would I do?" As crosses to bear go, it's really not that bad!
Jesus (who looks a lot like dancer/choreographer ilvs strauss) performs in Homo for Holidays through December 27 at Oddfellows West Hall.