'Join an odyssey of self-discovery and liberation. Actor, dancer and writer, Joel Bray invites you to an intimate exploration of his secret queer identity within the confines of a 1990s Pentecostal Church. Partake in a shared ritual that immerses you in the transformative power of music, movement, and collective ritual.
'Pentecostalism is Australia’s fastest-growing religion, and Joel will lead you through an insider’s perspective on the intersection of faith and sexuality. From the humble church halls to the vibrant disco dancefloors, Homo Pentecostus peels back layers of conflicting allure and hidden shame to illuminate our quest to embrace our true selves.
'Awaken your spirit. Shake up your perceptions. Homo Pentecostus is an ecstatic testament to resilience, love, and the pursuit of personal truth.' (Production summary)
Presented by Malthouse Theatre. Performed at Beckett Theatre, Southbank, Victoria : 10-25 May 2024.
Co-Director: Joel Bray.
Co-Director and Dramaturg: Emma Valente.
Cast: Joel Bray and Peter Paltos.
Set and Costume Designer: Kate Davis.
Lighting Designer: Katie Sfetkidis.
Composer and Sound Designer: Marco Cher-Gibard.
'A multifarious exploration of religion, history, culture and sexuality.'
'A multifarious exploration of religion, history, culture and sexuality.'