Moulin Rogue The Musical Pop-Up, Oxford Street Tour: What’s On In Queer Sydney
As usual, there’s a lot happening in queer Sydney this week, but our picks for what’s on are a healthy mix of the large and the local.
October Dragfest
You are invited to join Nina and her Divas for a drag performance anchored by a famous bottomless brunch. While you’re sipping Mimosas and eating up delicious pastries, enjoy the show put on by a group of certified drag queen divas.
Shows are running every Saturday until the end of the month, with the 29th’s show being specifically Halloween-themed. Come celebrate this union of drag and classy food on an October weekend of your choice.
When: Saturday 15th, 22nd, 29th October, 12pm
Where: Bar Nina, 85A Stanley Street
Tickets: $79
Discover The Secrets Of Oxford Street
Maybe you’ve just arrived in Sydney, maybe you’ve been here your whole life, but one thing’s for certain – you know that Oxford Street is the gay capital of Sydney.
Few know as much about its long and storied history as Wonder Mama, who regularly runs guided tours of the Oxford strip telling stories of the people and places that made this stretch of Sydney what it is. Regardless of your familiarity with Sydney, this tour is a surefire way to learn about local queer history.
When: Saturday 15th October, 12:30pm
Where: Meet at Hyde Park, Elizabeth Street
Tickets: $65
Moulin Rouge The Musical At Circular Quay
Whether you’ve seen or are yet to see the show putting Sydney entertainment back on the map, the Moulin Rouge! musical pop-up is bringing the glam and glitz to Circular Quay for the weekend.
Enjoy professional photo opportunities, mini makeovers by MAC Cosmetics, barista coffee and painting sessions – all completely free! Furthermore, prizes to the musical are waiting to be won by a few lucky guests, making the pop-up a great event with potentially huge reward.
When: Saturday 15th October and Sunday 16th October, 11am-5pm
Where: Overseas Passenger Terminal, Southern Forecourt, The Rocks
Tickets: All activities free, but bookings essential for ‘Pinot and Picasso’ sessions
Weekly Trivia At The Imperial
If you’re looking to work your brain and have a bit of fun midway through the week, look no further than the Imperial Erskineville’s weekly trivia night.
Your alternating hosts are local Sydney queens Fran Giapianni and Dakota Fann’ee who promise to provide a night of hearty laughter and entertainment. Plus, cash prizes are up for grabs and the prices of slices of pizza have been cut in half. This might just be the push you need to get over hump day.
When: Wednesday 19th October, 7pm
Where: The Imperial Erksineville, 35 Erskineville Rd, Erskineville
Tickets: Free, but bookings encouraged
Queers Of Joy
Come to Marrickville’s Red Rattler Theatre this Thursday for the latest installment of Queers of Joy, a safe and inclusive space for queer and trans performers to freely express themselves.
The line-up for this performance includes Cassandra the Queen, Manish Interest, Beauty Baby and Fantasia Towers and will offer Auslan interpretation and full accessibility. Any and all are welcome to come and be themselves, all the while supporting trans artists.
When: Thursday 20th October, 7pm
Where: Red Rattler Theatre, 6 Faversham Street, Marrickville
Tickets: $35
