Sydney queer arts venue forced to close after Christian protests
A queer arts venue in Sydney has been forced to close following protests from Christian groups and a notice of breach from its landlord. The venue's founder reports that social media accounts were also suspended, complicating communication with their community.
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This incident highlights ongoing tensions regarding cultural expression, religious protest, and the role of digital platforms in moderating community spaces.
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Share A A A The organiser of a new LGBTQ Sydney nightclub housed in a 158-year-old deconsecrated church has closed the venue and cancelled all events after Christian groups protested on opening night and the developer landlord issued a tenant’s notice of breach.
Last Wednesday, the Divine Playhouse – renamed from the Unholy Playhouse the day after Christian community backlash – held its opening event on Kent Street in Sydney’s CBD.
Photos from the Divine Playhouse opening night last Wednesday. Anna Hay for the Divine Playhouse Attended by Arts Minister John Graham, 24-Hour Economy Commissioner Michael Rodrigues and City of Sydney councillor Jess Miller, the experimental nightclub was slated to host live music, cabaret shows and performances – most of it adopting Catholic themes and names.
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