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The 2025 coming out monologues

Thanks to presenting partner RBC, Calgary Queer Arts is calling for submissions to the 2025 Coming Out Monologues!

The powerhouse collective behind last year’s magic is back and excited to offer bold, playful, and personalized workshops designed to help participants craft and share their stories on stage. Led by series partners’ Reckless Daughter Creative and Calgary's 7th Poet Laureate, Shone Thistle, and grounded by the talented and deeply thoughtful Marshall Vielle joining who returns as Circle Keeper for this year’s cohort.

Ready to tell your story?

The call for submissions is now open! If you’ve got a coming out story — quiet or loud, joyful or messy — we’ve got a stage.

The application deadline is June 30th so don't delay!

 

The incomparable NOBLE ONEY literally coming out of a closet as part of their 2024 Coming Out Monologue!
Photo Credit: Shannon Johnston - @Me_OnlyLouder

 

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“Openness may not completely disarm prejudice, but it’s a good place to start.”
— JASON COLLINS
 

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