Thorne Harbour Health, Victoria's LGBTIQ+ & HIV community health
organisation, is proud to partner with Naarm’s emerging Ballroom
house, House of DIESEL, renowned for their exceptional talent on the
runway and their impactful contributions to community building. In
celebration of International Trans Day of Visibility, House of DIESEL
and Thorne Harbour Health have come together to host a two-day event
focused on empowering and uplifting the Trans/Femme Queen community.
Join us at Howler for an intimate and empowering conversation with
Legendary Overall Mother Jaycee Tanuvasa of the House of Iman, as she
sits down with Tinkerbell Diesel for an exclusive panel discussion in
celebration of International Trans Day of Visibility. A pioneer of the
Aotearoa Ballroom scene, Jaycee is a multi-disciplinary artist,
choreographer, and community leader of fa’afafine, femme queen, and
trans experience, born and raised in South Auckland, Tāmaki Makaurau.
Her work is deeply rooted in community, autonomy, and story
sovereignty at the core of each of her projects. She
celebrates young, queer, brown communities through a range of
artistic mediums. Over the past decade, she has dedicated herself to
shaping the Ballroom culture in New Zealand and across Oceania,
fostering safe and empowering spaces for self-expression. She has
produced a variety of events for the scene with Iman Ball, 2021, held
at the ASB Tennis Arena, being a most significant culmination of her
work across the decade. In theatre, she recently premiered her
production ŌVAH ŌVAH as part of the 2023 Sydney World Pride core
programme and acted as co-creative director for FEVER-Return of the
Ula, for Auckland Live Cabaret Festival and Nelson Arts Festival. As a
legend notably for pioneering people of the Aotearoa (New Zealand)
ballroom scene and mother to the House of Iman, join us as we explore
Jaycee’s journey as a trans femme creative and Ballroom icon,
delving into the intersections of identity, survival, and artistic
expression. Doors open at 6.30pm with the talk starting at 7.00pm.
Tickets for the second event, community workshop taking place on the
5th of April 5-8pm can be found HERE This project has been supported
and funded by the Merri Bek Council. VENUE INFO Howler Bar & Grill The
kitchen will be serving a full menu from 5pm till late including vegan
and vegetarian options. You can view the delicious offerings available
by clicking here. Booking are not essential but recommended here.
Accessibility Howler is Accessible. Both Garden and Theatre are 100%
accessible for patrons including a central restroom and easy curbside
access for car services. This venue accepts companion cards. Simply
purchase your ticket and contact Moshtix to arrange access for your
Companion. Parking A park and ride, council operated carpark is
located immediately outside of Howler's doors. Public Transport Howler
is conveniently located just a two minute walk from both the Route 19
Coburg tram (stop 21), and Jewel train station on the Upfield line.
Bicycle We adjoin the Upfield Bike Path and have many designated bike
parks on site.
culture
869
Views
04/04/2025 Last update