Are you an 2SLGBTQIA+ performer? Do you need a safe space to showcase your talent, find community, and network with other queer artists? Bring your performance to our QUEER OPEN STAGE!!! Music, drag, poetry, dance, comedy or magic … if you can do it in 10 minutes or less, we want to see it! Our featured performer for January will be singer-songwriter Elbow Kiss! Show up at 6:30 pm to sign up, or e-mail queeropenstagevic@gmail.com for early sign-up. Performances will begin promptly at 6:45 pm. This event is presented by the Victoria Downtown Residents Association and is hosted by Sara Rose Hébert (they/them), a local queer, neurodivergent singer-songwriter and vocal coach who is passionate about community and accessibility. NOTE: Allies are welcome as audience members but performance spots are reserved for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks. We also need VOLUNTEERS! Just a little bit of set up, door, and tear down. The more hands we have, the lighter the workload for all of us! Here's a link to sign up: https://victoriadra.getcommunal.com/volunteer-opportunities/1441. This is a free event, however, we will be collecting donations to purchase items for the Lekwungen Community Toolshed, so bring cash if you are able: https://www.facebook.com/CommunityToolShed/ Accessibility details: - Light snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided! Yum - Bus tickets available for those facing financial barriers to attending - Sensory corner (with fidgets, and colouring supplies) - Ear plugs available - Elevator to 3rd floor, even floor throughout 3rd floor, no stairs - Bathrooms gender friendly (single stalls) - Reduced-scent space - Event space is carpeted - No peanuts - Masks recommended (provided at door if forgotten) For more accessibility and parking info, email us at queeropenstagevic@gmail.com