Sochi Olympics Put Spotlight on Moscow’s ‘Gay Ghetto’

An acclaimed gay performance artist talks about living in fear and secrecy

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While the world’s eyes are on Russia for the upcoming Winter Olympics, gay activists are hoping the Games will also put a spotlight on Russia’s recent ‘anti-gay’ propaganda law.

Pavel Petel, an internationally renowned gay performer, gives insight into what some call the “gay ghetto” of Moscow’s LGBT scene.

While the world’s eyes are on Russia for the upcoming Winter Olympics, gay activists are hoping the Games will also put a spotlight on Russia’s recent ‘anti-gay’ propaganda law.

Pavel Petel, an internationally renowned gay performer, gives insight into what some call the “gay ghetto” of Moscow’s LGBT scene.