Writer-Performer Justin Sayre Ponders 'What Kind Of Gay' He Is

In his latest clip for HuffPost Gay Voices, Justin Sayre explains "what kind of gay" he aspired to be in the years before he became an established writer and entertainer.

He cites Elaine Stritch and New York cabaret duo Kiki and Herb as his personal inspirations, quipping, "That's why I never wear pants anymore!"

Ultimately, though, he doesn't think it matters "what kind of gay" you are, because "you can be any kind of gay you want, because we'll all be there for you, in on the joke."

Sayre's "International Order of Sodomites" (I.O.S.) gathers once a month for "The Meeting," a variety show honoring an artist or a cultural work that is iconic to the gay community. The next installment of "The Meeting" hits Joe's Pub at the Public Theater in New York on Nov. 22 and features performances by Tonya Pinkins, Nathan Lee Graham and Natalie Douglas, among others. He'll head to the West Coast for a show at San Francisco's Oasis on Dec. 12.

Also in December, Sayre returns to Joe's Pub for the holiday edition of "The Meeting" on Dec. 20 and 21.

In other news, "Sparkle & Circulate with Justin Sayre," the official I.O.S. podcast, has just released its latest episode featuring an interview with David Thorpe, the writer and director of the documentary, "Do I Sound Gay?"

Meanwhile, you can also view some previous performances from "The Meeting" on Sayre's official YouTube page. For more Sayre, head to Facebook and Twitter.

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