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Divine Playhouse in Sydney ordered to cancel LGBTQ+ events after landlord cites religious objections
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Divine Playhouse in Sydney ordered to cancel LGBTQ+ events after landlord cites religious objections
A former church-turned-LGBTQ+ venue in Sydney has been ordered by its landlord to cease operations following protests from Christian groups.
- Divine Playhouse opened last Wednesday in a deconsecrated Sydney church as an inclusive arts space.
- The landlord sent a notice of breach claiming the venue engaged in "offensive trade" and ordered it to cease by Saturday.
- The venue cancelled weekend events and its Instagram accounts were taken down due to complaints.
- Religious groups, including the Prodigal Sons and Fit for the Kingdom, said the selection of a former church was deliberate and that the material "wounded a community of faith."
What happened since
Divine Playhouse considers legal action after landlord demands it stop 'offensive' LGBTQ+ performances
The former church turned Sydney arts venue received a breach notice after its opening night drew protests from Christian groups who said the performances mocked religious faith.
- Landlord KCSYD Pty Ltd issued a breach notice claiming the venue engaged in "offensive trade" that insulted Christian Australians.
- Venue promoter Kat Dopper said Heaps Gay Events remains committed to its obligations and is exploring legal options.
- Divine Playhouse's social media accounts were taken offline for four days after complaints to Meta, then reactivated on Wednesday.
- NSW Premier Chris Minns said government officials are investigating the venue's grant application and questioned its location.
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