It\u2019s inspired by Broadway favourites like Wicked and Fame. No dance experience is required, just a willingness to channel your inner musical theatre star.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, City Gym<\/a> is delivering a week of Pride-themed fitness classes.<\/p>\n Relive the glory days of neon and leg warmers with the 80s Aerobics Workout (Wed 24), challenge yourself with the strength-focused Pride-lates reformer session (Thurs 25), or jump in the saddle for the Pride Ride spin workshop (Fri 26).<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve ever wanted your workout to feel a little more fabulous, this is your moment.<\/p>\n Cabarets from around the country<\/p>\n Artists from all around the country hit Pride Fest\u2019s final week.<\/p>\n Jacqui Randa recieved high praise from Harry Connick Jnr in the ABC\u2019s The Piano, and the international cabaret queen returns to Pride Fest<\/a>, bringing two shows to Sydney this week.<\/p>\n A cabaret with singing and sequins, and a piano bar you won\u2019t want to miss.<\/p>\n Your Inner Diva Is Showing<\/a> (Fri\/Sat 26\/27) is \u201cequal parts healing circle, sex and diva,\u201d Jacqui told us, \u201cunpacking the messy art of figuring out yourself in a fabulously human way.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cAnd I am so excited for a piano bar night with a few special guests. It\u2019s always great to let loose and let the audience decide how the show is gonna go.\u201d<\/p>\n Jacqui Randa\u2019s no-rules Piano Bar <\/a>(Sun 28) party will have you come for the music, but stay because you\u2019re part of the show.<\/p>\n Following an incredible season at the Adelaide Fringe, Issy Coomber: Assigned Puppet At Birth<\/a> (Mon\/Tues 22\/23), shows Issy navigate life as a trans person in an often unaccepting industry.<\/p>\n (While simultaneously paying homage to a certain variety TV show hosted by a very charming (and deliberately unnamed) felt frog.)<\/p>\n It\u2019s a cabaret clusterf**ck of completely original music, joyfully camp and bitingly authentic.<\/p>\n And join South Australian award-winning artist Charlee Watt in Beating Up The Beatles (Thur\/Fri 25\/26)<\/a>.<\/p>\n This jazz-infused cabaret reimagines the songs of Lennon and McCartney through bold new arrangements and unapologetic musical curiosity.<\/p>\n Get creative and connect with the community<\/p>\n Some of Pride Fest\u2019s most rewarding experiences happen away from the spotlight.<\/p>\n At Mapping Queer Worlds<\/a> (Sat 27), participants are invited to explore their personal histories and queer connections through creative map-making.<\/p>\n Uncovering Queer Stories in Public Spaces <\/a>(Wed 24)\u00a0gives LGBTQIA+ people the chance to share memories and experiences that help shape the future visibility of queer lives in our cities.<\/p>\n Feeling crafty? Queer Collage <\/a>(Thurs 25) offers a relaxed evening of art, mindfulness and connection, complete with drinks and plenty of creative inspiration.<\/p>\n For those looking to explore a different side of self-expression, King For A Day<\/a> (Sun 28) invites you to discover your Drag King persona in a playful and affirming workshop led by The King Coach, Danica Lani.<\/p>\n And then there\u2019s the return of the Bobby Goldsmith Foundation Bake Off <\/a>(Sun 28).\u00a0Expect outrageous cakes, fierce competition, nostalgic camp and plenty of sweet treats, all while raising funds for people living with HIV.<\/p>\n Looking for a night out on the town?<\/p>\n The final week of Pride Fest is stacked with performances that celebrate queer talent in all its forms.<\/p>\n One of the biggest events is DRAGAROUND<\/a> (Sat 27), Sydney\u2019s first-ever daytime drag pub crawl. Four drag artists, five iconic Oxford Street venues and one audience voted winner. It\u2019s part drag show, part adventure and entirely fabulous.<\/p>\n For lovers of live entertainment, Big Gay Cabaret<\/a> (Sun 28) brings together an all-star lineup including Hannah Conda, Hans, Blake Bowden and Clio for an afternoon of musical theatre, comedy, drag and live music.<\/p>\n The celebrations continue on weekdays with the gloriously chaotic and femme Juicy Riot<\/a>\u00a0(Mon 29), a queer variety spectacular packed with cabaret, music and performance art, while Make It Queer <\/a>(Thurs 25) includes performances that reimagine beloved songs but make them a bit.. gay.<\/p>\n There\u2019s also plenty of sharp wit on offer.<\/p>\n Gender, Drugs & Rock \u2018N\u2019 Roll <\/a>(Fri 26) sees acclaimed comedian Courtney Maldo deliver a hilarious and heartfelt take on trans identity, while The Roast of Hannah Conda<\/a> (Fri 26) promises an evening of absolutely ruthless drag queen banter.<\/p>\n For those after something more intimate, The Damage Is Done<\/a> (Thurs 25) delivers an acclaimed and deeply personal exploration of queerness, family and identity, while Give It To Me Bi \u2013 Big Bi Night<\/a> (Tues 23) creates space for bisexual+ stories, visibility and community.<\/p>\n One last chance to celebrate<\/p>\n Qtopia Sydney\u2019s Pride Fest may be drawing to a close, but it\u2019s going out with a bang.<\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re dancing, crafting, baking, laughing, singing along or cheering on your favourite drag performer, the final week offers a reminder of exactly what Pride is all about: community, creativity, visibility and unapologetic joy.<\/p>\n For more information and the full list of events, head to Qtopia Sydney\u2019s Pride Fest website.<\/a><\/p>\n It\u2019s going to be one hell of a busy, glitter-soaked week!<\/p>\n For the latest LGBTIQA+\u00a0Sister Girl and Brother Boy\u00a0news,<\/a>\u00a0entertainment,<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0community stories<\/a>\u00a0in Australia, visit\u00a0qnews.com.au<\/a>. 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Image: Queer Collage<\/p>\n