The Kentucky Theatre is welcoming Pride month with a special screening of "Steel Magnolias" at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday, May 28.

Former poet laureate and bestselling author Silas House will serve as the host for the evening, which includes a costume contest with prizes from Lussi Brown, The Willow, Wylie Caudill, and others. (We predict several Dolly Partons in the running.)

"I suggested we do this screening for our annual Pride showing because it's such a beloved film," said House. "We all need the joy and shared community of nostalgia right now, and this film certainly delivers on that front, with so many iconic performances and memorable lines. This screening is a chance for the LGBTQ community and their allies to gather and to celebrate our shared love for this 1989 classic. As always, the Kentucky serves as a community center for all of us."

In addition to "Steel Magnolias," the Kentucky has two other Pride-related showings in the next week:

"The Rocky Horror Picture Show" | Saturday, May 30 | 11 p.m. | Part of Pride After Dark's lineup of events, it will feature the shadow cast of The Master's Affairs.
"Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" | Monday, June 1 | 7:15 p.m. | This screening celebrates Marilyn Monroe's birthday with special guest Uma Jewels. A portion of the evening's proceeds will be donated to the Lexington Pride Center.