This February, celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with a meaningful programme that honours the diverse stories, resilience, and histories of the LGBTQ+ community. Through film screenings, self-care activities, and opportunities for community engagement, the Showroom's events encourage participants to reflect on their personal journeys, connect with others, and envision a future built on pride and inclusivity.
Saving Face (20th Anniversary)
1 Feb / 14 Feb
A Chinese-American lesbian and her traditionalist mother are reluctant to go public with secret loves that clash against cultural expectations in this joyful cult rom-com by Alice Wu (The Half of It).
Emotional Wellbeing Workshop
9 Feb, 8pm
A 30-minute focalising practice followed by a 60-minute creative reflection session, exploring and expressing feelings and experiences.
Drag Bingo with Emma Maezin
12 Feb, 7pm
Enjoy a night of Drag Bingo hosted by local drag sensation Emma Maezin.
Young Programmers Festival 2025: But I’m a Cheerleader
13 Feb
Cheerleader Megan’s parents send her to conversion therapy camp. Megan denies that she’s gay until she meets cynical and rebellious Graham. Screening as part of Girls Who Strike Back: A Galentines Day Film Festival.
Moonlight
14 Feb
Celebrate Valentine's Day with a timeless story of human connection and self-discovery. Moonlight chronicles the life of a young Black man from childhood to adulthood as he struggles to find his place in the world.
Family Time: Young Hearts (Preview)
15 Feb
Celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with the whole family with this special preview of Young Hearts, a brand-new coming-of-age film which explores crushes and first love between two young boys.
The People's Joker
21–27 Feb
This revolutionary DIY parody film and hilarious autobiographical coming-of-age story follows an unconfident, closeted trans girl as she moves to Gotham City to become a comedian in a world where comedy has been outlawed.
Showroom Community: Best of Iris Prize 2024
22 Feb
Part of the Iris on the Move tour, this showcase of the standout films from Iris 2024 features award-winning stories that explore love, identity, and the human experience.
DocNights: This is Ballroom
24 Feb
On the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro, the city’s top ballroom houses convene in a sweaty, euphonic competition, in this electrifying portrait of contemporary queer Brazil.
