QX Magazine

There will an LGBT+ protest on Monday 11 March, 12 noon to 3 pm, outside of Westminster Abbey. The Commonwealth's 75th anniversary service at Westminster Abbey will be attended by the leaders of thirty Commonwealth countries that criminalise queers. Shamefully, they'll be welcomed by the Church of England and the United Kingdom Government. But that's no surprise!  The Peter Tatchell Foundation...

The Queer Men's Retreat on the Greek Island of Mykonos isn't just a holiday get away; it's an adventure in to the heart of self-discovery! Over a period of 7 days, from 16 to 23 June 2024, you'll get the chance to dive into the crystal-clear waters of the Aegean, feel the sand underneath your feet, find new friends,...

A teenage boy disappears to a secluded cave to escape social discrimination and bullying in an award-winning Italian drama. Written by Tobia Rossi, translated and directed by Carlotta Brentan, Hide and Seek plays at Park Theatre, 12 - 30 March. Gio's never felt accepted. Not really. Not by his parents, his teachers or his peers... so, would anyone care if...

Breeding returns to King's Head Theatre, 21 March – 14 April, following its critically acclaimed debut in 2023. Written by Barry McStay and directed by Tom Ratcliffe, the play premiered at the King's Head pub theatre in 2023 as part of Guest Artistic Director Tom Ratcliffe's A Queer Interrogation season. Breeding will be the third show in the King's Head's...

HIR starring Felicity Huffman has received rave reviews. Huffman plays the radical matriarch Paige in this original comedy directed by Steven Kunis (who has recently directed very successful LGBTQ+ themed productions in London - Afterglow and F**cking Men). Written by Pulitzer/Tony-nominee Taylor Mac, this family drama has prodigal son Isaac returning from a war to discover his family home has been transformed...

A courageous and inspiring trend is emerging in a world where coming out stories are often dominated by younger voices. Women in their prime, often in their 40s and beyond, are boldly embracing their lesbian identities, rewriting the script on self-discovery and authenticity. This growing phenomenon, resonating across communities, is not just about coming out but about becoming one's...

THE DRESS is an exhibition of photographs by Bari Goddard at the newly reopened Bonnington Gallery in Vauxhall from 1 to 31 March. The exhibition comprises a collection of photographs in which each subject has been posed in the same discarded wedding dress. Each 'tableau' has its own unique mood, and the characters in the story of THE DRESS include...

New data highlights that IV use of chems, known as slamming, is increasing in London, with more gay men seeking help for issues relating to chemsex. New data released by Controlling Chemsex provides some compelling insights into the impacts of the use of chems on people in London. The London-based charity has released a report that analyses the support that it...

The devil is in the detail! Most of us do it and many of us love it, self-pleasure. In my various years at esmale I have seen how we love to treat our bodies for pleasure. Whether it is some heavenly bum-fun, BDSM fantasies or intensifying a session with some of the best poppers in the UK many of us...

The Rainbow Lottery's Journey: From Concept to Unlocking Dreams for the Community. In the heart of a challenging year, amidst uncertainties and hardships, emerged a beacon of hope, a testament to resilience and unwavering belief. Meet Tom Gattos and David Murray, partners for over four decades, whose steadfast commitment to positive change created a ground-breaking initiative - The Rainbow Lottery! Fuelled...