A taught thriller with a surprising amount of humour, Man or Bear asks you to come face to face with the potential threat of violence that could lurk in the shadows - or be right in front of you. Katie Hurley. Photo credit: Hugo Glendinning. Co-created by Katie Hurley and Sarah Hehir, Man or Bear... Continue Reading →
When Amy's hair starts to fall out, she loses something else in the process - her confidence, her connection with her femininity and her ability to show her real self to those around her. From facing her trauma, and discovering the power of drag, she begins to explore a new identity - reclaiming words used... Continue Reading →
Lucas Kad's semi-autobiographical play, Pimm's Without The Cucumber, is a coming-of-age story that examines queer masculinity and the pressures on today's young men. Lucas Kad. Photo credit: Second Law Theatre Company. Kad comes bursting onto the stage as Jordan, a young man with main character energy who addresses the audience in the style of a... Continue Reading →
Michael Reid's new solo play, Safety, is a taught thriller about a psychotherapist and his relationship with a patient who discontinues treatment. Cleverly written and expertly performed, the piece explores the erosion of boundaries and where the line is in a professional context. Michael Reid. Photo credit: Philip Vukelich. Reid's play is informed by the... Continue Reading →
Like a moodboard of masc ancestors, Rebels, Criminals, Pioneers: Masc Heroes of the QPA Queer Photo Archive (1906-1976)—curated by Leo Vargha and Jenni Olson—offers up dozens of images across various categories. From the “passing” men of a century ago, to the brave butches across the decades, to two amazing trans man heroes of the 1950s... Continue Reading →
This weekend's Arts Project of Cherry Grove (APCG) Art Show, on view to the public on Saturday, August 22nd and Sunday, August 23rd, will feature photography by Steven Menendez. This year's reimagined event will take place inside the air conditioned Cherry Grove Community House with artists and artisans from the Grove, Fire Island communities, and New... Continue Reading →
Intro Para 1 Para 2 Para 3 Conclusion By Deborah Klayman A Foot is Not an Appropriate Prize for the Tombola plays at Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh until August 31st 2026.
Fusing absurdist theatre, contemporary dance and creative captioning, Stop Playing Jacob’s Ladder With My Spine puts a spotlight on unseen habits and rituals, and how being observed can cause an intense sense of shame. Stop Playing Jacob’s Ladder With My Spine plays at Zoo Southside, Edinburgh until August 30th 2026. HotCat Collective credit the image... Continue Reading →
Thoughtfully researched by historian Marcus Collins, and with special permission from the BBC, Dr Stephen M Hornby's new play about the making of the BBC's first documentary on homosexuality is both a excellent theatrical work and an important reflection on queer history. Max Lohan and Andrew Pollard. Photo credit: Kelsea Knox. Based on a historic... Continue Reading →
With the 51st edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) fast approaching, we uncover the LGBTQ+ highlights, section by section, in this year's eclectic lineup of features, series and special events. Kicking off on Thursday, September 10th and running until Sunday, September 20th, the program features the Canadian premieres of All of Us Strangers... Continue Reading →
