Universal Sydney drag competition Slay 4 Pay, the brainchild of drag queens Charisma Belle and Carmen Geddit, has been axed after six years.
Arts & culture
Dive into the creative heartbeat of Sydney’s LGBTQIA+ scene. From theatre reviews like Titanique’s camp voyage, to information on Qtopia’s yearly Pride Fest and music news such as Joanne’s return to the Beresford, we cover art exhibitions, queer cabaret, and cultural events worth seeing. Whether it’s a major festival or a hidden-gem performance, we spotlight the creativity shaping our city’s culture.
The Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras organisation has lost its license to host the Bondi Beach Party during the Sydney Mardi Gras festival for up to five years, dealing a significant blow to the non-profit.
The dates are set for the biggest LGBTQIA+ celebration Down Under to return next year.
Australian singer-songwriter Troye Sivan will attend the Mardi Gras after-party, Gay Sydney News has confirmed – but whether he performs might just depend on the night’s vibe.
Sydney Mardi Gras Fair Day is set to make a vibrant return this Sunday, bouncing back with gusto after last year’s cancellation due to asbestos concerns.
Australian R&B singer-songwriter Becca Hatch has joined the all-star line-up of Sydney Mardi Gras’ Blak & Deadly First Nations gala concert.
A new rainbow intersection has been officially completed at Taylor Square.
Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras has unveiled the line-up for its exclusive Taylor Square Takeover – a premium viewing area for parade night – as it enters the final release of ticket sales.
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras has appointed a treasurer for the first time in three years after it was criticised by members at the organisation’s recent annual general meeting for not having one to provide it with financial guidance.
Sydney queer museum and cultural centre Qtopia has been granted a five-year lease extension by the City of Sydney for its exhibition spaces within the Taylor Square Substation No.6 and underground toilets.