Tessera

Marlborough Productions

@marlboroughprods.bsky.social

A catalyst for queer culture and community. A leading U.K. producer of queer-led intersectional performances, parties, heritage and radical community gatherings. Brighton and beyond.

57 Posts394 Follower 286 Folgt

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · 5mo ago

GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT BACKLASH: A QUEER CULTURAL STATE OF THE NATION We’re delighted to share with you the first wave of brilliant guests who will be joining us on Wednesday 18th March for “Backlash: A Queer Cultural State of The Nation” 👀:

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · 6mo ago

Last year we collaborated with Diverse Alarums, to pair 5 LGBTQ+ cabaret artists with researchers to create rip-roaring new acts inspired by intersectional queer histories. Watch the short film about the process: marlboroughproductions.org.uk/project/dive...

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · 8mo ago

This night is shaping up to be pretty special… #queerculture #queermuseum #queernightathemuseum

Queer in Brighton / Queer Heritage South@queerinbrighton.bsky.social · 8mo ago

This February, prepare for A Queer Night at the Museum, taking place from 7:30pm at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery. 📆 Friday 6thFebruary ⏰ 7:30pm - 11:00pm 🎟️ From £12 👉 Find out more: www.queerheritagesouth.co.uk/s/queer-heri...

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · 8mo ago

In our 16th year of Marlborough Productions, 2025 marked out biggest year yet! We’ve worked with more artists and partnered with incredible organisations all over the country, commissioning projects up and down the UK.

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Queer archive folks, take a look 🤓

Queer in Brighton / Queer Heritage South@queerinbrighton.bsky.social · 8mo ago

The Queer Heritage South Live Archive is a pioneering digital community archive celebrating & preserving LGBTQIA+ life and culture in Brighton & Hove - and we want you to help shape it! Join our Archive Advisory Group today, visit www.queerheritagesouth.co.uk/s/queer-heri...

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · 8mo ago

We are joining forces with Curious Arts & Fatt Projects to launch the LGBTQIA+ Cultural Barometer, a new research project aiming to map and understand experiences of anti-LGBTQIA+ backlash across the UK.

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · 9mo ago

Fantastic and thoughtful new set of resources 👀😮‍💨💆‍♂️:

Producer Gathering@producergathering.bsky.social · 9mo ago

Contributions from Emma Wee, Evie Muir, Kim Simpson, Lou Platt, Nick Murray, Seyi Osi, The Black Wellbeing Collective and Toni-Dee Paul. Supported by Artsadmin & @marlboroughprods.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social 🔗 The Stage Article shorturl.at/Xq2ql #PauseGuide #ProducersCare

David Sheppeard @davidsheppeard.bsky.social · 9mo ago

Big week coming up for Harry Clayton-Wright and Marlborough Productions as Mr Blackpool finally comes to life with an extraordinary group of creative collaborators. It’s been quite the journey to get here, but I’m so proud and excited for this urgent and quite bonkers show to meet its audience ♥️💙💜

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · 10mo ago

So delighted to be part of this with our pals at @attenboroughctr.bsky.social 💕

Live Art Development Agency@thisisliveart.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Are you a live artist or practitioner eager to explore how and why you make? Applications for Do It Together are now open! tinyurl.com/49ce24w4 ⏰Deadline to apply: Wednesday 12 November, 5pm #DIT2026

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · 10mo ago

@coastisqueerfest.bsky.social 🌊is crashing into @attenboroughctr.bsky.social Oct 9th- 12th and the programme is buzzing with extraordinary queer writers, performers, thinkers + doers - tix are selling fast, check it out here: coastisqueer.com Delivered with pals at @newwritingsouth.bsky.social

9-12 October 2025

coastisqueer.com

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

We’re inviting applications for 6 roles in our company. We’d love for you to join our brilliant team. This is an opportunity to be part of a bold, collaborative organisation committed to pushing boundaries and platforming underrepresented voices. bit.ly/mpwearehiring @queerinbrighton.bsky.social

Harry Clayton-Wright @hclaytonwright.bsky.social · last yr.

Mr Blackpool’s Seaside Spectacular, an end of the pier show at the end of the world… 6th November, Northern Stage, presented with Curious Arts. 8th November, Southbank Centre. Commissioned by @marlboroughprods.bsky.social and @attenboroughctr.bsky.social. Supported by Arts Council England.

Four performers are on a stage in various positions. Two at either side of the image are dressed in drag as Mick Hucknall and are on go karts. One on the left of the image is pulling a face akin to a grimace and the other is giving fashion. They are in large wigs and black suits with white shirts. One performer at the back of the image in the centre left is stood up holding a CO2 gun and is dressed in drag as a stick of rock. The other performer at the front of the image centre right is laid on the floor in a giant lilac feather showgirl costume with one arm holding the headdress. Behind the performers is heras fencing, traffic panels and pyro. Throughout the image is confetti. The lights are lilac and it looks incredibly exciting.

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

Necessary work coming from Nassy and PG…

Nassy Konan@nassykonan.bsky.social · last yr.

I wrote my first piece for @artsprofessional.co.uk As Lead Producer at @producergathering.bsky.social (supported by @marlboroughprods.bsky.social & Artsadmin) I’m co-creating a self-care guide for producers with The Uncultured. the-uncultured.com www.artsprofessional.co.uk/magazine/fea...

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

Aaaand that's a wrap! The Big Give is over, and we're so thankful to everyone who supported our fundraising campaign this week. YOU'RE ALL ICONIC!✨ FINAL TOTAL: £10,230 📸Vic Frankowski #ArtsForImpact #BigGive

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

Every £ donated before Tues at midday will be DOUBLED, meaning more opportunities for queer creatives. We are so close to hitting our goal, and that's all thanks to you our amazing community. Donate now: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

Co-Creative Directors and CEOs Tarik Elmoutawakil and David Sheppeard FRSA have an update on the fundraising campaign so far! We only have THREE days left to reach our target. Donate now! lnkd.in/ev56WjSJ #TheBigGive #ArtsForImpact #MarlboroughProductions

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

Your support means we can carry on advocating for future changemakers. Emma describes the support Marlborough has given xyr as a trans performance maker and the impact of our work across the sector. Donate: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05... #TheBigGive #ArtsForImpact #QueerCreativity

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

We take queer culture to places it’s never been before. New Queers on the Block brings LGBTQIA+ artists to underserved communities across the UK, from Crawley to Blackpool. Help us continue this groundbreaking work by donating today: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05... #LGBTQIAArt #TheBigGive

A photograph of a performer on stage. The background of the stage is a orange curtain, softly lit with on stage lights. As a result, the performer is cast in a darker light, silhouetted against the lighter background. They are in the middle of a movement, with their arms raised to different levels and their hair braids lifted behind them as though moving their head around. They are raised slightly on their toes. They are wearing what looks like a pink cloth drapped around their body loosely, with leggings underneath. In the bottom left corner are the logos for Arts for Impact / The Big Give and Marlborough Productions.

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

To celebrate the #BigGive, we're looking back at the impact Marlborough has had. Here Ebony Rose Dark shares the importance of the inclusive space that Marlborough has provided in Brighton. Link in bio to donate! #TheBigGive #ArtForImpacts #QueerCreativity #MarlboroughProductions

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

Radical Rhizomes is the ONLY regular social programme for QTIBPoC in Brighton & Hove, creating spaces for connection and creativity. With your help, we can grow and thrive. Support us in The Big Give: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05... #QTIBPoC #RadicalRhizomes #TheBigGive

"A DJ leans over their decks, smilling as if in the middle of a performance. They are Black, with a short afro. Around them is music tech equipment, as they are in the middle of a set. The image is overlaid with a slight purple blur. Above the performer is overlaid a purple box with white writing inside. The writing reads:

“Radical Rhizomes is an immensely valuable and precious resource for QTIPOCs in Brighton. It's so rare to see spaces run exclusively by and for people of colour, and queer POC spaces are rarer still.”
- RR attendee

At the bottom of the image are the logos for Marlborough Productions, Radical Rhizomes and Arts for Impact/The Big Give"

"A group of people pose together around a framed certificate that one person near the front is holding. An intersectional pride flag hangs on the wall behind them. The image is overlaid with a slight purple blur. Over the faces of the group is a purple box with white writing inside. The writing reads:

“If Rhizomes didn't exist in Brighton and Hove so many of us would be left feeling unconnected and lonely. So many relationships have been nourished through Rhizomes events for me. The opportunity to do something wholesome, and eat something wholesome, in a wholesome atmosphere with other Black and brown queers helps me to feel more whole.”
- RR attendee

At the bottom of the image are the logos for Marlborough Productions, Radical Rhizomes and Arts for Impact/The Big Give"

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

We’re celebrating the work of our community and looking to the future. In their own words, members of our community will share what Marlborough Productions means to them. Here Subira talks about the power of theatre & queer creativity. Double your donation: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

Queer in Brighton / Queer Heritage South @queerinbrighton.bsky.social · last yr.

We are a programme of @marlboroughprods.bsky.social if you value the work we do to share and preserve #lgbtqia+heritage consider donating and sharing 🖤💚🖤 #gayhistory #lesbianhistory #queerhistory #brightonheritage #brightonculture #thebiggive

Marlborough Productions@marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

We’re taking part in the Big Give. From Tuesday 18th until Tuesday 25th, every pound donated to our projects will be DOUBLED! Let's make an impact on queer artists and communities across the UK together! Donate and share 💕 donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

We are a disabled-led organisation breaking barriers for multiple marginalised LGBTQIA+ artists. Your support means we can continue this work. Donate today via the link in our bio 📸Rosie Powell, Victor Frankowski & Mark Vessey #QueerArtMatters #TheBigGive #ArtsForImpact #MarlboroughProductions

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

It’s LIVE! The Big Give is here & every pound you donate is DOUBLED! Help us create spaces of joy, belonging, and empowerment for LGBTQIA+ communities. Donate: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05... Image credit: Akseli Muraja #TheBigGive #ArtsForImpact #QueerCreativity #MarlboroughProductions

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

The Big Give starts TOMORROW at 9am! From Tuesday 18th until Tuesday 25th, every pound donated to our projects will be DOUBLED! Let's make an impact together. For more information, please see the link in our bio. #QueerCreatives #TheBigGive #MarlboroughProduction #Brighton @biggive.bsky.social

A performer is spotlighted on a dark stage, with their arms slightly outstretched and knees bent, raised on their toes in the middle of a dance. Their head is tipped upwards, with closed eyes and open mouth, as if singing or shouting. They are wearing a shoulder covering of black feathers and a leathery corset. They have feathered coverings on their forearms and lower legs, as well as broze bracelets and anklets. Overlaid on the photograph are pink lines, radiating from the performer's head. White text runs sideways to the right of the performer, and reads "MAKE AN IMPACT". Logos for Marlborough Productions and the Big Give's Arts for Impacts are in the bottom right corner.

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

Was Kurt Cobain a trans woman? What if? @notyetarobot.bsky.social's No Apologies premieres at ACCA, Brighton on 16 April. A radical reimagining of Nirvana’s 1993 MTV Unplugged, blending internet discourse, myth & live music. 🎟️ Info & tickets: lnkd.in/eHz494VH #NoApologies #EmmaFrankland #Nirvana

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

Produced by Hannah Rose Fox & part of New Queers on the Block, Giddy Up is a 3-year programme bringing bold, boundary-pushing artists to Hastings. The 2025 programme is live! 👉 tinyurl.com/32h465x9 Supported by Home Live Art #GiddyUpHastings #QueerPerformance #Hastings #StLeonards #PerformanceArt

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

👀🗼✨

Harry Clayton-Wright@hclaytonwright.bsky.social · last yr.

Mr Blackpool is coming… My new show, Mr Blackpool, previews at ACCA in Brighton this Saturday (1st March). @marlboroughprods.bsky.social Production week is upon us. Let’s bring this thing to life! www.attenboroughcentre.com/events/5365/... 📷 Matt Crockett 💄 Blü Romantic 🗼 Ryan Dawson Laight

Mr Blackpool’s face, performed by Harry Clayton-Wright, is in the centre of a large clump of lilac feathers. They are wearing a giant headdress that resembles Blackpool Tower. A black beard, beauty mark, pale white powdered skin, dark eyeshadow and 70s aviator glasses.

Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social · last yr.

Some great queer histories being celebrated here #lgbthistorymonth

Queer in Brighton / Queer Heritage South@queerinbrighton.bsky.social · last yr.

Our Community Champion Kate spoke with @divamag.bsky.social about Brighton's first lesbian club night: “I wanted something that was about music as much as it was about sex and sass... It was ours... We wanted to not be an afterthought.” diva-magazine.com/2025/02/13/s...