Queer East’s Performing Arts Industry Day brings together theatre artists, programmers, producers, community makers, and other industry figures from across the UK for an energising day of community discussion and collaboration. Featuring an exciting line-up of speakers and innovators, the event includes panel discussions, an open-mic pitching session, and a networking party replete with games, gogo dancing, and a DJ. Throughout this day-long programme, we will tackle the most urgent challenges facing the performing arts sector while exploring shared opportunities, as our guests open up about their processes and discuss the inspirations behind their artworks.

12:30 – 14:00 – Beyond the Ecochamber: Innovation in Live Performance

This talk takes a closer look at how artists are bringing their unique lens to live performance; where they draw inspiration and how they challenge the traditional cannon and contribute to contemporary live art with their practice.

Pear Nuallak London-based artist and writer published by Hajar Press, Little White Lies, and Montez Press.

José Socrates Delos Reyes is a Filipino playwright whose work has been presented in the UK and the Philippines.

Frey Kwa Hawking is a theatre critic and dramaturg, and currently the Associate Dramaturg at the Bush Theatre.

Vinna Law from Hidden Keileon is an actor and interdisciplinary artist working across performance, poetry, and sound.