Are you a Deaf Queer performer, artist, or creative looking for a platform to showcase your talent, share your story, and connect with the community? The Deaf Queer Festival invites you to be part of our exciting 2025 program!
This is your stage to shine in an environment that celebrates Deaf artistry, Queer identity, and accessibility. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or emerging talent, we want to hear from you!
Who Can Apply?
We welcome all Deaf and hard-of-hearing LGBTQIA+ performers and artists across different creative disciplines, including:
- Theatre & Drama – Solo or group performances, monologues, storytelling, and stage plays.
- Music & Visual Music – Deaf-friendly performances using sign language, movement, and rhythm.
- Dance & Movement – From contemporary to drag, voguing to Auslan-infused dance performances.
- Comedy & Spoken Word – Stand-up, poetry, or storytelling in Auslan or visual storytelling formats.
- Visual Arts & Digital Media – Exhibitions, live art, installations, photography, and digital works.
- Drag & Cabaret – Celebrate Deaf Drag culture, burlesque, and theatrical queer performances.
- Short Films & Multimedia – Showcasing Deaf Queer filmmakers, content creators, and video artists.
- Other Unique Acts – We’re open to any innovative, experimental, or boundary-pushing performances!