At the Rainbow’s End
November 24 - 2:00pm
Location: The Old Courtroom, Brighton, 118 Church Street, BN1 1UD
Queer Heirtage South and Coast is Queer are excited to present At the Rainbow’s, a special edition History Club
At the Rainbow’s End by Clare Summerskill, performed by Artemis Theatre Company
At the Rainbow’s End by Clare Summerskill is a moving, original and powerful piece based on interviews with older LGBTQ+ people who have experienced homophobia and transphobia in care settings or in their own home when receiving care. The script-in-hand performance by members of Artemis Theatre Company carries a strong ‘ring of truth’ owing to the authenticity of the voices of the interviewees. The performance will be followed by a post-show discussion between the writer, the cast, audience members and invited guest panellists.
Although some of the content of this play makes for somewhat upsetting and uncomfortable listening, this work is intended to raise awareness of forms of discrimination that LGBTQ+ people fear and have experienced in care homes or in their own homes. It shines a light on the importance of understanding the specific challenges faced by older LGBTQ+ people. This play also seeks to engage with the social care sector and encourage dialogue to develop learning, skills and confidence to address these challenges so that LGBTQ+ people can feel safe and able to be themselves in whatever place they live in and wherever they receive care.
At the Rainbow’s End by Clare Summerskill is a moving, original and powerful piece based on interviews with older LGBTQ+ people who have experienced homophobia and transphobia in care settings or in their own home when receiving care. The script-in-hand performance by members of Artemis Theatre Company carries a strong ‘ring of truth’ owing to the authenticity of the voices of the interviewees. The performance will be followed by a post-show discussion between the writer, the cast, audience members and invited guest panellists.
Although some of the content of this play makes for somewhat upsetting and uncomfortable listening, this work is intended to raise awareness of forms of discrimination that LGBTQ+ people fear and have experienced in care homes or in their own homes. It shines a light on the importance of understanding the specific challenges faced by older LGBTQ+ people. This play also seeks to engage with the social care sector and encourage dialogue to develop learning, skills and confidence to address these challenges so that LGBTQ+ people can feel safe and able to be themselves in whatever place they live in and wherever they receive care.
The event is free/Sliding Scale - but spaces are limited and we always sell out, so please make sure you book your space. And please let us know if you are no longer able to make the event so we can reallocate your ticket.
The event is a sober space, tea, coffee and light refreshments will be provided.
The Old Courtroom is wheelchair accessible. If you have any accessibility needs you would like to discuss ahead of the event, please get in touch at info@queerinbrighton.co.uk
The Old Courtroom is wheelchair accessible. If you have any accessibility needs you would like to discuss ahead of the event, please get in touch at info@queerinbrighton.co.uk
The Old Court room is located at:
118 Church St, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1UD
Please look for the Queer Heritage South banner at the SIDE DOOR
118 Church St, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1UD
Please look for the Queer Heritage South banner at the SIDE DOOR
