The Church of Silence: Threats to Free Expression in Sydney's Queer Community The recent cancellation of the queer venue, Divine Playhouse, housed in a 158 year old deconsecrated church in Sydney's CBD, has sparked a heated debate about free expression and censorship.
At its core, this story is not just about the closure of a nightclub but about the erosion of safe spaces for marginalized communities.
Organizer Kat Dopper has faced constant death threats and homophobic messages following the opening of her experimental venue two weeks ago.