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Happy Mardi Gras! 1989: ‘I Am What I Am’

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This month Australia celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. The first one in 1978 ended in injuries and mass arrests when police attacked was had been a peaceful march. We’ve been through many things … Continue reading →

1983. Musical: La Cage Aux Folles

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The original inspiration for this Broadway musical was the 1978 French film of the same name which, in turn, was based on a 1973 stage play. The storyline centres around Jean-Michel, the 24-year old biological son of Georges, a gay … Continue reading →