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Queer South Asians Theatre & Diwali Party

SAT

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SAT

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Nov

Date: Saturday 1 November, 2025

Time: 7.30p.m. – 9.30p.m.

Address: Dance House, 150 Princes Street, Carlton North, VIC 3054

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As part of Thorne Harbour Health’s Pride & Culture program, we’re celebrating queer South Asian creativity and connection with three events to choose from — two performances of Act Like a Man, and the QSAM Diwali Party that follows.

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Act Like a Man:

When culture, queerness, and chaos collide in suburban Melbourne, the result is Act Like a Man — a bold, funny and heartfelt new stage production by Keon Saidd.

At the centre of it all is Kabir, a young South Asian actor navigating the expectations of family, faith and authenticity — not to mention an aunt determined to find him the “perfect bride.” With infectious dance numbers and powerful performances, Act Like a Man celebrates love, identity, and the courage to live your truth.

🎟️ Saturday 1 November – 7:30pm–9:30pm
Act Like a Man — Opening night performance

🎟️ Sunday 2 November – 6:00pm–8:00pm
Act Like a Man — Final performance

🪔 Sunday 2 November – 8:00pm–midnight
QSAM Diwali Party — Celebrate after the final show!

All Sunday show tickets include complimentary entry to the Diwali Party.

Prefer to skip the show and head straight to the dance floor? Select the “Diwali Party Only” ticket option.

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