What's on in London: Queer Theatre

Queer Theatre invites you to join our weekly acting classes for queer people, held every Monday from 7pm to 9:30pm at the iconic LGBTQ+ venue, The Two Brewers in Clapham. Led by award-winning theatre director Andrew Keates, our classes welcome LGBTQ+ performers of all levels, from seasoned professionals to enthusiastic beginners. What matters most to us, is building a queer community of performers in a place where we can play and grow together.WHAT TO EXPECTOur acting classes serve as a queer theatre lab, a safe and creative space where LGBTQ+ theatre-makers can come together to:Hone Acting and Performance Skills: Engage in diverse performance styles and learn acting techniques to elevate your craft.Explore Through Play: Participate in creative games, exercises and improvisation exercises designed to foster self-discovery and collaborative play.Delve into LGBTQ+ Material: Work with scripts, themes and devise work that reflects LGBTQ+ people, experiences and themes.Build a Supportive Network: Make friends and join a nurturing community that supports your artistic and personal growth.Discover Opportunities: Gain access to Queer Theatre’s array of events, including queer play readings, comedy nights, networking events, shows, special workshops and performance opportunities. YOUR FACILITATOR AND ACTING TUTOROur classes are facilitated by Andrew Keates (He/Him), Queer Theatre’s artistic director and an award-winning theatre director. Andrew’s impressive portfolio includes directing critically acclaimed LGBTQ+ plays such as Bent and Passing By by Martin Sherman, As Is by William M. Hoffman, Dark Sublime by Michael Dennis, and the recent European premiere of Steve by Mark Gerrard (to name but a few. ). His experience directing in the West End and working with actors worldwide, along with his years of LGBTQ+ activism and experience of LGBTQ+ issues make these classes a unique sanctuary for growth, learning, challenges and of course, fun. To find out more about him visit www.andrewkeates.co.uk. CLASS DETAILSWhen: Mondays, 7pm - 9:30pm. Doors open at 6:30pm for complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits. 9:30pm we often socialise together until late after class.Where: The Two Brewers, Club Room, 114 Clapham High Street, Lambeth, Greater London, SW4 7UJTravel: Conveniently located just a five-minute walk from Clapham Common underground station, ten minutes from Clapham North underground station, and Clapham High Street overground.Cost: £20 per week (includes entry to The Two Brewers for post-class entertainment and bar access).Accessibility: Our classes are wheelchair accessible. If you have any specific needs, please reach out so we can accommodate you. WHAT DO I NEED?Clothing: Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes that allow you to move easily.Pencil Case: Bring a notebook, a pen, and a pencil. A pencil sharpener and an eraser may also prove helpful.Materials: We will provide ideas for various monologues, scenes, and plays to explore during our sessions. If you have specific pieces you’d like to work on, please bring a copy so your director can refer to it during your collaboration.

Outcast: Summer Showcase of Queer Actors & WritingWednesday, 26th November 2025 | The Two Brewers, ClaphamJoin us for our third OutCast showcase celebrating Queer voices and stories in 2025, brought to you by Queer Theatre.This exciting new showcase will feature a mix of emerging talents and seasoned performers, all exploring new, lost and classic LGBTQ+ writing.Directed by award-winning theatre director Andrew Keates, OutCast will highlight the work of actors from Queer Theatre’s popular 2B: Acting Classes, which take place every Monday at The Two Brewers. From first-time performers to industry veterans, this showcase promises a dynamic, diverse celebration of the comedy and tragedy of LGBTQ+ lives. CastTo be announced. Box OfficeTickets: £22.50 / £20 Concessions (Valid Equity card required on arrival)Doors Open: 7:30pmShow Starts: 8:00pmRunning Time: TBCIncludes entry to the Two Brewers main bar and cabaret until 4am Industry ProfessionalsWe’re offering a limited number of complimentary tickets to casting directors, producers, and directors. To claim your free ticket, email info@queertheatre.co.uk. However, if your agency or company can afford to purchase your own tickets, we encourage you to do so to help fund our other LGBTQ+ arts projects. How to Get ThereThe Two Brewers114 Clapham High Street, Clapham, London SW4 7UJBy Public Transport:By Tube: The nearest Tube station is Clapham Common & Clapham North (Northern Line, South London), which is just a 5-minute walk from The Two Brewers.By Train: Clapham High Street Overground station is approximately a 7-minute walk away.By Bus: Several bus routes serve the area, including routes 35, 37, 45, 155, 137, and 345. The nearest bus stop is Clapham Common Station or Clapham High Street Station. AccessibilityThe venue is fully accessible for wheelchair users.

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