Queer Theatre’s Spring Party
For Queer Theatre-Makers

Friday 4 April 2025 | The Two Brewers, Clapham
Doors open 7pm | Cabaret from 8pm | DJ until 4am

Tickets: £15 (includes club entry)
(Only 200 Tickets Available)

Queer Theatre invites LGBTQ+ performers, creatives, and industry professionals to an evening of celebration, connection, and entertainment at our Spring Party—an unmissable gathering of the queer theatre community.

This special night will feature cabaret performances from outstanding LGBTQ+ artists, a glittering industry rafflefilled with exclusive prizes for theatre-makers, and an exciting auction in support of Queer Theatre’s work nurturing queer talent. The evening will be attended by VIP guests from across the industry, and as the night unfolds, a DJ will take over, keeping the party going until the early hours.

All profits from the event will go directly towards Queer Theatre’s projects supporting LGBTQ+ artists—championing queer voices, creating opportunities, and ensuring our stories are told.

This is more than just a party; it’s an opportunity to be in the room with fellow LGBTQ+ creatives, share ideas, forge new collaborations, and celebrate the thriving queer theatre community in a welcoming and electric atmosphere.

Special Guests

Sooz Kempner
Award-winning comedian, singer, and viral sensation Sooz Kempner is renowned for her sharp wit, vocal talent, and unforgettable characters. Graduating from the Royal Academy of Music, she was awarded an Associate Honour by the academy in 2022. With a prolific stage career, Sooz has performed ten critically acclaimed solo shows at the Edinburgh Fringe, collaborated with Olivier Award-winner Richard Thomas (Jerry Springer the Opera), and appeared as Doom in the BBC Studios Doctor Who spin-off, Doom’s Day. Her viral political impressions, including those of Liza Minnelli and Nadine Dorries, have earned millions of views and cemented her as a digital comedy icon.

"I'm so excited to perform at the Queer Theatre Spring Party, it's always an honour to do my vaguely-controlled yellings to the greatest audiences on the planet."

Karla Bear (Daniel Downing)
Australian-born Daniel Downing, performing as drag sensation Karla Bear, is celebrated internationally for his powerhouse performances and charismatic stage presence. A graduate from Australia's prestigious National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), Daniel's career highlights include starring roles in global productions of WICKED, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, and the West End smash hit Kinky Boots, in which he notably performed in the professional cast recording. His acclaimed one-man show “Almost Home - The Untold Stories of Judy Garland” earned rave five-star reviews at the Sydney Mardi Gras Festival and later at London’s Crazy Coqs at Zedel. In 2019, Karla Bear triumphed in Drag Idol UK, performing in front of 30,000 people at Pride in London’s Trafalgar Square alongside Renee Zellweger and Billy Porter.

Aura Gasm (Matthew Goodill)
Aura Gasm, originally from Cockermouth, is a rapidly rising star on both the UK and international cabaret circuits. Having reached the national semifinals of Drag Idol 2023, Aura is known for electrifying performances filled with sharp wit, compelling storytelling, and magnetic stage presence. Aura has quickly become a favourite at prominent venues nationwide, captivating audiences with a unique blend of glamour, comedy, and powerful live vocals.

"As a proud member of Queer Theatre, I’m thrilled to be part of this fundraiser. The space has become a vital source of community and really feels like a group of people that have come together to facilitate each other’s growth. It’s a space we can hold each other up and honour each other’s experience through queer storytelling."

How to Get There

The Two Brewers
114 Clapham High Street, Clapham, London SW4 7UJ

By Tube: The nearest Tube station is Clapham Common & Clapham North (Northern Line, South London), which is just a 5-minute walk from The Two Brewers.

By Train: Clapham High Street Overground station is approximately a 7-minute walk away.

By Bus: Several bus routes serve the area, including routes 35, 37, 45, 155, 137, and 345. The nearest bus stop is Clapham Common Station or Clapham High Street Station.