The Queer Bash

Aim

The Queer Bash aims to raise awareness of issues facing the LGBTQ+ community through the medium of theatre.

Performed originally for Isle of Wight Pride 2017 and UK Pride 2018, ‘The Queer Bash’ now returns for its third iteration. An original, devised play by Carl Burch for RedTIE Theatre.

‘Queer’ has been a contentious word. For some, it is a reclaimed word - colloquial; a descriptor of identity - taken back from those who used it to inflict harm, discriminate and persecute groups and individuals and transformed into something positive. For others, the word cannot be separated from the heinous way in which it has been used to torment them. Make no mistake, words matter. 

The LGBTQ+ community has much to celebrate after decades of fighting to ensure our human rights are protected and respected. Equally, there is ever-growing trepidation and fear. 

On both sides of the Atlantic, the socio-political climate is becoming increasingly hostile to the LGBTQ+ community. 

The powerful speak with vitriol.

Misinformation spreads unchallenged. 

Legislations are being proposed that would see people out of public life.

After several strides in the right direction, progress has turned into regress. 

The Queer Bash is an in-depth exploration of the issues facing the LGBTQ+ community today and historical struggles that have never quite dwindled. It is also an unapologetic celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. A brutally honest and colourful emotional rollercoaster that is as funny as it is poignant. 

The Queer Bash aims to entertain and enlighten audiences. For those it represents, it is intended to celebrate the community and shine a light on hardships faced that some will be all too familiar with. For those who are not part of the community, it aims to show people the reality of being LGBTQ+ in the modern world. 

The upcoming performances of The Queer Bash will take place on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th May, 2026 at The Quay Arts Centre, Newport, Isle of Wight. 

In order to see these shows to fruition, and to see the vision executed, RedTIE Theatre is seeking money for: props, costume, set pieces, advertisement and transportation of equipment. 

No cast members or backstage crew will be paid for these performances. All donations would go towards acquiring/purchasing the necessary items to put the show on. 

This project successfully funded on 11th April 2026