Tag: queer-stories
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Stronger Proposals” and Silent Shelves: The Reality of Being a Marginalised Theatre Artist in Manchester
By Sid Akbar I’m not writing this from a place of polish. I’m writing it from the shelf – where yet another piece of work, another application, another vital story has been quietly filed away as “unsuccessful”. Recently, my project Besharam [shame-LESS] was turned down for a Manchester commission. The feedback? It was “solid and…
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The Wrath of Khandan – The Shame Strikes Back!: The Family We Choose
As we dive into the next chapter of Dhamaka Arts, I’m thrilled to announce that The Wrath of Khandan – The Shame Strikes Back! is in full development! This show is the second instalment in a trilogy that explores the themes of coming out, family, spirituality, and queerness. Following the success of Besharam [sham-LESS] – Shame The Final…
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