LGBTQ+ pop-up in former Sydney church ordered by landlord to cancel events after religious protest

Published July 14, 2026 · Category: News

Overview

Landlord of deconsecrated building sends notice of breach to Divine Playhouse, claiming it ‘insulted and mocked’ beliefs of Christian Australians

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A deconsecrated Sydney church newly transformed into an LGBTQ+ venue has had to cancel events and been ordered to stop “engaging in offensive trade” by its landlord after religious groups protested against its opening night.

Details

Divine Playhouse opened last Wednesday with the intention of being a safe and inclusive space for artists to work and connect with audiences, its organiser said.

Source

Originally published at www.theguardian.com.

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