Queer Blak+ Deadly Gala Event

Join us for a Cabaret-style evening of celebration, connection, and performance, featuring some of the most talented Queer First Nations artists on stage.

Enjoy a night of drinks and show as we showcase emerging and established Blak queer excellence, bringing together powerful voices and unforgettable performances in one space.

Hosted by legendary guest host Steven Oliver, the evening shines a spotlight on some of Melbourne’s most exciting up-and-coming First Nations queer FAboriginal performers.

A night of glamour, laughter, and celebration honouring culture, creativity, and community through cabaret.

We start the night with a public Welcome and a Special Rainbow Smoking Ceremony.

Location: The Titanic Memorial Bandstand, 128 Sturt St, Ballarat Central VIC 3350.

Times:

5:30pm - Public Welcome & Smoking Ceremony.

6:00pm - Gala Doors Open.

6:30pm - Performances Start.

Our Performers:

+ Special Guest Steven Oliver.

+ Mx Kitty.

+ Motherless Collection.

++ A Special debut performance from the new local Cultural Dancers “Warrior Skin”.

Everyone is Welcome

Queer Blak+ Deadly is an inclusive party -an accessible event for all genders. Including a sensory room provided.

// No one turned away for lack of funds. // Gender Neutral Toilets Available. // Straight Friendly. // Allies Welcome.

Queer Blak+ Deadly gives our deepest thanks to Bunjil, the Creator Spirit of the Wadawurrung People, the spirit who shaped this stunning Country and the people. We pay respects to Wadawurrung Elders, past, present, and future. With deadly pride, we acknowledge all our Mob over this vast Nation. We stand proud in spirit as First Nations people. We pay our respects to our Elders, past, present, and future. Sovereignty was never ceded. This always was, and always will be, Aboriginal Land.