SpringOUT November 2024 is more than just Canberra’s annual LGBTIQA+ pride festival—it’s an unapologetic explosion of queer creativity, resilience, and raw self-expression. If you’re looking for a feel-good, sanitised event hidden behind corporate rainbows, this is not your scene.
Matthew Lopez's The Inheritance is a sweeping, epic two-part play, inspired by E.M. Forster’s 1910 novel ‘Howards End’. Now playing at ACT Hub in Kingston, the production transports us to contemporary New York, where it follows a group of gay men navigating contemporary life a generation after the AIDS crisis.
Yes, it’s true! Kylie Minogue is on the cover of FUSE Magazine! You may have noticed that after 16 years of publishing, this is our first issue with only one cover! well... that’s because... Kylie!
The 2024 SpringOUT Media Launch started with President Lynne O’Brien introducing Mama Mad B, who gave a heartfelt Acknowledgement of the Country and statement performance charming the audience, including recently re-elected Chief Minister Andrew Barr, with their rainbow outfit, bouffant red hair and deliciously oversized black glitter scarf.
Showing Now! The Kaleidoscope III LGBTIQ+ exhibition celebrates queer art and all its uniqueness and diversity. Brought to you by Belco Arts and supported by FUSE Magazine.
Wellbeing experts, mental health practitioners, celebrities and influencers are endorsing breathwork’s benefits world-wide, while corporations and organisations have started hiring breathwork practitioners for employee programs. Researchers have taken notice too.
Italy's parliament has recently passed a controversial law making it illegal for couples to seek surrogacy services abroad, a move that has sparked debate across Europe and raised concerns about LGBTIQ+ rights. The legislation, which extends an existing domestic ban on surrogacy, imposes penalties of up to two years in prison and fines of up to €1 million for those who travel overseas to pursue surrogacy arrangements.
This article is a lead on from: Breathwork. A Path to Healing & Connection. By taking the time to practise mindful breathing, you empower yourself to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and resilience. Remember, your breath is a powerful healer and guide, always available to support you in your journey.
Jamie, a finalist in Canberra’s Kaleidoscope III exhibition, is known for his vibrant and quirky paintings and sculptures that often carry a social or political message. With a background in photography, illustration, and graphic design, Jamie’s work speaks to the power of art to challenge, inspire, and delight, all while celebrating the vibrant, multifaceted communities that shape his world.
