Launch Party

7 PM – STONEWALL Hotel

Free Entry

Hosted by Verushka Darling

Speakers:

Lord Major Clover Moore
Katherine Maver – board member SLGBA
Nic Parkhill – ACON CEO

Lord Major Clover Moore
Clover Moore is the first woman popularly elected Lord Mayor of Sydney and a champion for progressive policies.

As Lord Mayor, Clover has led the development and implementation of the City of Sydney’s internationally renowned long term plan – Sustainable Sydney 2030. The City is on track to meet ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse emissions and secure Sydney’s future as one of the world’s top green liveable and creative cities.

She pioneered a grassroots approach to politics, effectively side-stepping the traditional big political party way of looking at the world. By actively engaging with the community at a personal level, by listening to her constituents, and by working with integrity to represent the community’s interests in Town Hall, she has built strong community alliances to deliver substantial progressive reform.

Under her leadership, the City of Sydney has developed a global reputation for delivering award winning facilities, protecting open space, promoting design excellence, delivering new transport options, championing sustainability, supporting and encouraging creativity and initiating progressive solutions to complex city social problems.

Clover remains close to and part of the community she represents. She is fiercely independent, highly principled, and passionate about the city’s potential.

Katherine Maver
Katherine is highly respected in IBM as a person who is driven and can deliver projects without the compromise of quality.

Katherine also sits on the Board of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Association (SLGBA) as the President and chairs their Governance Committee.  The membership voted to appoint Katherine Maver, their first openly Trans Woman. This is a historic moment and is a move to ensure that the board and association is truly diverse.

Katherine is an active member of the Trans community since transitioning 25yrs ago, and she uses her standing in the corporate world to influence to effect change and continue the fight of equality in the workplace.

In 2017, Katherine also launched “The Diversity Shift” which is a public speaking and mentoring company, which sole aim is to shift the conversation around diversity from tolerance to acceptance.  In 2018, Katherine was one of the founding members of Trans Pride Australia, which promote visibility and awareness of Transgender and Gender Diverse matters in the greater community. Katherine has used her position as a leader to fight for LGBTI rights in the corporate sector

Nicolas Parkhill
ACON, CEO

Nicolas Parkhill has over 20 years’ experience in the public and community health sectors.
For the last nine years he has been the CEO of ACON, NSW’s leading health promotion organisation specialising in HIV prevention, HIV support and LGBTQ health.

bentART 2019 Exhibition

Opening Night – Friday, 7th June  6:30 – 9:30 pm

Saturday, 8th June 10:00 am – 4:00 pm  – Artist Talk 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Sunday, 9th June 10:00 am – 04:00 pm

Monday, 10th June  10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Calendar for Artists for Art Competitions and Exhibitions

http://calendarforartists.com/events/categories/art-competitions/

Get your Opening Night Tickets here Tickets $8 online or $10 at the door.

Tickets / Register

Hollywood Hotel in conjunction with Vivid Sydney and seasoned Sydney Drag Performers presents:
“Homage to Hollywood”

Encompassing a tribute to Sydney Identity, Doris Goddard, whilst bringing a Hollywood-esque theme to the show.

Doris Goddard a long time Sydney Identity and owner of Hollywood Hotel has raised the glass ceiling for women in Sydney.
Leaving Sydney as a young female, she broke into the film industry in England, performed cabaret around the world , returned to Australia and has become one of the oldest female publicans in the State.
Over the years she has written and performed her own music, and been published also.
This event is an ode to these original compositions and incorporates leading drag figures from Sydney.

Featuring resident showgirls Suzie St James & Connie Cartier hosting a variety of Cabaret, Comedy, impersonations and an array of special guest artists including resident DJ Miss Victoria Anthony. Culminating in a special finale Featuring the iconic legend, Carlotta.

Follow Suzie & Connie from Little Rock (aka Jane Russel and Marilyn Monroe ) to the Streets of Rio with a Kids from Fame classic “Carnival” – Madonna Vogue and the Priscilla highlight “I love the Nightlife”, the show is a mixture of Hollywood, Vegas and the amazing Sydney Drag Scene. Connie and I will have a meet and great moment on stage with our special guest performers during the show and take the audience down memory lane.

With costuming of sequin, feathers, organza and of course a lot of bling.
The room will be dressed as an old style cabaret room with images of various stars and artists hanging on the walls amongst velvet curtains to give the feel of an intimate cabaret room and of course pictures of the Lady we dedicate this show to, the Amazing Doris Godard the Owner of The Hollywood Hotel.
We will share some of Doris’s amazing life as a Singer and Performer so the audience get to know what an amazing career and life she has had.

Shows start at 8pm and 10pm

$20

Tickets:  https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/homage-to-hollywood-tickets-60392336103

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THICK ‘N’ JUICY returns on Queen’s Birthday Weekend for another massive party at the Burdekin with hundreds of hunky men ready to slay the throne!

HIGHLIGHTS
🔥 High-Profile DJs
🔥 Amazing Performers
🔥 Sexy GoGo Dancers
🔥 Incredible Lighting

THICK ‘N’ JUICY Sydney
Queen’s Birthday Weekend
Sunday 9th June
5pm-12am @ Burdekin

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

THICK ‘N’ JUICY parties are home to a big family of super sexy men and their LGBTIQ+ friends.
Everyone is welcome in our home!

PRIDE WINE TASTING

Join the  community at the legendary Stonewall Hotel’s DIVA Bar on 13th June at 6.30pm for an exclusive wine tasting by Robert Oatley Wines.

An official Stonewall Hotel and Darlo Darlings Pride Festival 2019 event.

Enjoy complimentary cheese and go into the draw to win a lucky door prize.
All funds raised go directly to help our homeless and marginalised community via Rough Edges Cafe for the homeless.

SOLD OUT

Trans Glamore is a night to celebrate transgender performers & friends.

Launched in August 2017, Trans Glamore is held every month upstairs at the Columbian Hotel on Oxford Street, Sydney.

Everyone is encouraged to join in the fun with a new line-up of amazing performers to entertain you each month!

Hosted by the fabulous Victoria Anthony, proud trans showgirl and Diva award winning DJ of the Year!

Come join Victoria and her fabulous guests to celebrate the transgender community.

And hey… you never know who you might meet on the dancefloor!

Free Entry from 8PM June 13th 2019.

Mama Mia! Your favourite swimsuit superstars are back, and this time our names are up in lights on Broadway!

Hosted by Portia Turbo and Maxi Shield

Our world famous Trivia Night returns for another year, and this June we are doubling the fun over TWO Wicked nights. So grab your Hairspray, put on your Kinky Boots and see if your team are the Beauties or the Beasts!

Chicago ahead and save the date in your diary, invite your friends and get ready for an incredible night of hilarity, tomfoolery and the occasional asking of questions! Be there or be (Times) Square!

Tickets priced at $35 per person + booking fee, sold exclusively in tables of 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12.

PS – Your generous support helps keep the Sydney Stingers running. Not only will you help us represent Sydney at IGLA New York, but your contribution goes towards coaching, pool hire and equipment costs to benefit all of our members throughout the year.

The Official MADAME X Release Party is on at Madonna Bar Friday June 14th.

Lots of Giveaways on the night plus Drag Shows by Madani, Indi Pedant, Deborah Hairy & Bella Rose!

Get Dressed up in your favourite Madonna Era and Dance to Non-Stop Madonna Music All Night Long.
We are the biggest & the best Madonna party in Australia so experience the fun!

Tickets Link: (please use this link below only)

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/madame-x-official-album-release-madonna-bar-sydney-tickets-60516162471?aff=Pride

Early Bird Price – $10

Door Price – $30

Mama Mia! Your favourite swimsuit superstars are back, and this time our names are up in lights on Broadway!

Hosted by Portia Turbo and Maxi Shield

Our world famous Trivia Night returns for another year, and this June we are doubling the fun over TWO Wicked nights. So grab your Hairspray, put on your Kinky Boots and see if your team are the Beauties or the Beasts!

Chicago ahead and save the date in your diary, invite your friends and get ready for an incredible night of hilarity, tomfoolery and the occasional asking of questions! Be there or be (Times) Square!

Tickets priced at $35 per person + booking fee, sold exclusively in tables of 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12.

PS – Your generous support helps keep the Sydney Stingers running. Not only will you help us represent Sydney at IGLA New York, but your contribution goes towards coaching, pool hire and equipment costs to benefit all of our members throughout the year.

Hollywood Hotel in conjunction with Vivid Sydney and seasoned Sydney Drag Performers presents:
“Homage to Hollywood”

Encompassing a tribute to Sydney Identity, Doris Goddard, whilst bringing a Hollywood-esque theme to the show.

Doris Goddard a long time Sydney Identity and owner of Hollywood Hotel has raised the glass ceiling for women in Sydney.
Leaving Sydney as a young female, she broke into the film industry in England, performed cabaret around the world , returned to Australia and has become one of the oldest female publicans in the State.
Over the years she has written and performed her own music, and been published also.
This event is an ode to these original compositions and incorporates leading drag figures from Sydney.

Featuring resident showgirls Suzie St James & Connie Cartier hosting a variety of Cabaret, Comedy, impersonations and an array of special guest artists including resident DJ Miss Victoria Anthony. Culminating in a special finale Featuring the iconic legend, Carlotta.

Follow Suzie & Connie from Little Rock (aka Jane Russel and Marilyn Monroe ) to the Streets of Rio with a Kids from Fame classic “Carnival” – Madonna Vogue and the Priscilla highlight “I love the Nightlife”, the show is a mixture of Hollywood, Vegas and the amazing Sydney Drag Scene. Connie and I will have a meet and great moment on stage with our special guest performers during the show and take the audience down memory lane.

With costuming of sequin, feathers, organza and of course a lot of bling.
The room will be dressed as an old style cabaret room with images of various stars and artists hanging on the walls amongst velvet curtains to give the feel of an intimate cabaret room and of course pictures of the Lady we dedicate this show to, the Amazing Doris Godard the Owner of The Hollywood Hotel.
We will share some of Doris’s amazing life as a Singer and Performer so the audience get to know what an amazing career and life she has had.

Shows start at 8pm and 10pm

$20

Tickets:  https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/homage-to-hollywood-tickets-60392336103

Rugger Bugger 2019: Locker Room

The Sydney Convicts, with Decoda Secret, are back in 2019 with our most revealing Rugger Bugger show yet!

Ever wondered what goes on in the Convicts locker room? Wonder no more.
For one night only, we take you behind the scenes and show you how the Convicts get ready to play.

Your tickets grant you access to the Sydney Convicts Locker Room, complete with an exclusive show by the electric Decoda Secret, a one-off superstar performance from our Convict Drag Queens, a naughty teaser to get you pumped for the Grand Finale where 30 brand new Convicts bare all.

We are back this year at Universal nightclub and we are eager to show off our new players to all of our fans and supporters.

Special thanks to Markham Lane for creating the images of our lovely players. https://markhamimages.com/

Bondi Badlands Historical Violence Walking Tour

Delivered by Greg Callaghan, author of the true crime novel Bondi Badlands, the tour provides an insight into the lives of four gay men who sadly went missing or lost their lives nearby Marks Park, Bondi.

The tour explores local and LGBTIQ history and sheds light on the circumstances that gave rise to the wave of violence during the 1980’s and 1990’s and pays respect to the many lives impacted.

WALK DETAILS:

Cost: FREE

Bookings: Essential https://www.bondimemorial.com.au/walking-tour

Date: Saturday 22 June, 3pm

Location: Mackenzies Headland, Bondi

Duration: 90 minutes

Distance: approx. 1.5kms easy walking with some steep steps (please advise if you require assistance)

Group size: max. 15 people

More info: meetings place and other details provided after booking

Contact: matkinson@acon.org.au

It’s that time of year again! The Aurora Ball is fast approaching and with this year being the milestone celebration of our 20th year – you can bet that it is going to dazzle and delight like none before.

This year’s theme is Creatures of the Night Sky!

We are inviting guests to cast their imagination to the night sky, to the Aurora Australis. Think of the heavens, of flight, match feathers with leather and lace. We want to see horns and beaks, goddesses and galaxy warriors. Open your minds and reach for the stars.

We’re certain the gods and goddesses themselves will be living for your creative interpretations of the theme and if you need some inspiration, check out our Creatures of the Night Sky Look Book.

Aurora’s Annual Ball is one of the most iconic occasions on the Sydney social calendar. By attending the Aurora Ball, you are giving a helping hand to terrific LGBTIQ community organisations and projects – from youth outreach, to counselling, inclusion, education, and creative projects.

As one of our generous supporters you know there is no better fun to be had anywhere, in support of such vital work. In 1999, a group of friends came together seeking to bridge the gap in the funding and support available to smaller organisations servicing the LGBTIQ community.

Our founders came together to raise funds, and have fun while doing it. It’s a simple remit, and we’ve held true to that aim ever since. This year, in their honour, we aim to outdo ourselves. Join us.

For all the updates, please follow the Ball on our Facebook page!

The Annual Aurora Ball aims to bring together Sydney’s LGBTI community members to celebrate pride and diversity while raising much needed funds for charities and programs that support LGBTI people.

Aurora is committed to providing a safe and inclusive space at all our events. All guests should familiarise themselves with Aurora’s Guest Code of Conduct prior to purchasing any tickets.

Tickets available at

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-aurora-ball-2019-tickets-59690061581

If you are purchasing a ticket on behalf of others, make sure that you remind them of this Code of Conduct as inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated by Aurora or the venue.

From the producers of Prada’s Priscillas comes Les Divas: An all-male revue!

Australia’s six-foot something songstress Prada Clutch plays the Goddess of Pop; Cher in her new show set on the Las Vegas Strip featuring an all-star line-up of her most famous friends.

The ninety-minute all-male revue includes some of the world’s greatest divas including: Barbara Streisand, Shirley Bassey, Tina Turner, Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Diana Ross & of course – Cher!

Relive their greatest hits including: If I Could Turn Back Time, Get The Party Started, Proud Mary, I Will Always Love You & I’m Coming Out.

The show is headlined by Prada Clutch; one of Australia’s most in demand live-singing drag queens. Prada has headlined stage shows across Australia, playing both major cities & regional towns.

The show is Creatively Directed by one of Australia’s original divas from Les Girls of Kings Cross, Monique Kelly. Monique was a cast member of Les Girls from 1973 to 1997.

The show features a cast of seven, choreographed by Stephen Clarke. Stephen has been Dancing and Choreographing professionally since 1985. Stephen’s experience extends to working with Aussie divas Kylie & Dannii Minogue, as well as international divas Cyndi Lauper & Diana Ross.

Witness the greatest divas being impersonated like never before as they tour Australia in 2019.

$35 on the door.

A true Diva Spectacular not to be missed!

‘Alpha Girls’ Book Launch with author, Julian Guthrie

The unforgettable and untold story of four women who braved the male-dominated world of venture capital in Silicon Valley to help build some of the foremost companies of our time.
The SGLBA is delighted to be hosting a very special event in June with acclaimed author and journalist Julian Guthrie. Special thanks to our Event Partner Atlassian for their support of this event.

Join us Tuesday evening, 25th June at Atlassian’s funky Sydney offices on George Street for a discussion focussing on women in Tech and more generally women in business.

Alpha Girls was released globally 30th April.
Alpha Girls is being published in Australia with Hachette Publishers.