New Queers Block Folkestone

Are you looking for a unique and exciting cultural experience in Folkestone? If so, you might be interested in the upcoming New Queers on the Block event, a catalyst for queer culture and community that connects a network of arts partners across the UK. This event is part of the QUEERCALL festival, Folkestone's own LGBTQIA+ festival of art and performance, which features a range of live art and theatre performances, site-specific performances, exhibitions, and community events.

The New Queers on the Block programme has been supporting the artistic development of LGBTQIA+ performers for the past four years, and this event is a showcase of the exciting work that has been created. The programme is led by Marlborough Productions, one of the UK's leading producers of live art and performance, and is produced in Folkestone by Ash McNaughton. With a focus on embedding artists in local communities and establishing strong relationships with underrepresented groups, this event is an important part of the local cultural scene.

The event will take place on Monday, 22 March 2027, and Tuesday, 23 March 2027, at the Quarterhouse in Folkestone. Tickets are with the button beside the article. The full programme for the event is still to be announced, but with the involvement of Marlborough Productions and Ash McNaughton, it is sure to be an exciting and innovative celebration of queer culture and community.

The New Queers on the Block programme has a strong track record of commissioning artists working in a range of disciplines, including live art, performance art, experimental theatre, dance, cabaret, and visual art. The programme has also established strong relationships with local residents, ambassadors, producers, venues, and LGBTIQ+ support groups, making it a vital part of the local community.

With its focus on supporting LGBTQIA+ artists and performers, and its commitment to community development, the New Queers on the Block event is an important and exciting addition to Folkestone's cultural scene. Whether you are a local resident or just visiting the area, this event is a great opportunity to experience the best of queer culture and community in Folkestone, and to support the work of local artists and performers.