Live Theatre gets curious to celebrate LGBTQIA+ culture and creativity!
- Alex (they/them)
- Oct 21, 2024
- 2 min read
GET CURIOUS for an evening of live performance and entertainment celebrating LGBTQIA+ culture and creativity at Live Theatre this November.
Live Theatre is Curious Cabaret is a collaboration between the venue and Curious Arts, a North East arts charity and producers of the award-winning Curious Festival. Taking place on Friday 8th November at 7:30 pm, the event offers a dynamic mix of cabaret, comedy, art, and drag, hosted by legendary avant-garde performer David Hoyle.
David Hoyle, known for his sharp satire and fearless critiques of society, first rose to fame in the 1990s as the Divine David. His bold, captivating performances have graced venues such as the infamous Royal Vauxhall Tavern, Soho Theatre in London and Manchester’s flagship arts venue Factory International. Hoyle’s recent shows include Diamond and Ten Commandments, and he continues to tour internationally.
The evening will be BSL interpreted, and feature a lineup of North East talent presenting new work. This includes Mama Rhi, a cabaret artist known for bold feminist lip sync and burlesque performances exploring body acceptance, female sexuality, and joyous celebrations of love. Mama Rhi is quickly building a name for herself through her satirical, sexy, and rebellious style.
Also performing are WhatsApp Ross & Johnny the Biblical Rapper, played by Rosa Postlethwaite and Tessa Parr. This hilarious duo brings subversive, norm-challenging energy with humour and socially engaged performance.
Veggie Stripper, a high-energy black drag king from Newcastle, adds to the mix with his campy, dramatic performance style, bringing visibility for queer people of colour and AFAB drag artists to the North East.
Sweet Boy, an eccentric, camp non-binary drag artist, will showcase new work full of clownery, blending drama, comedy, and playful chaos.
Drag Artists Veggie Stripper & Sweet Boy
Mimi, a self-described "lanky, witchy" poet, will deliver a spoken word piece, blending classical theatre with contemporary stories, reflecting today’s diverse world.
Queer dance artists Jesse Salaman and Toi Guy will present a new durational movement piece, using sound and choreography to transform the theatre space.
Live Theatre’s JD Stewart said, “Live Theatre is Curious is a platform for diverse voices, shining a spotlight on extraordinary talent within the LGBTQIA+ community. Audiences can expect an unforgettable evening filled with joy, defiance, and artistic brilliance.”
The event is supported by Arts Council England.
Don’t miss out on this incredible night of experimental and entertaining performances, book your tickets now:
Live Theatre is Curious Cabaret
Venue: Live Theatre, Newcastle
Date: Friday 8 November, 7.30 pm
Tickets start at £6.
Age recommendation: 16+ (Under 18’s accompanied by an adult)
British Sign Language Interpreted event.
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