HALIWOOD QUEERS

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A hilarious quiz show featuring some of Haliwood’s most famous faces.

Join host Anna Mona-Pia and a slew of queer Halifamous celebrities in a classic game of trivia tic-tac-toe. Contestants from the audience will compete for glamorous local prizes, wading through campy questions and hilarious answers to determine who is telling the truth, and who is bluffing.

This hilarious night includes performances by Elle Noir and Rouge Fatale, and features sociologist Robert S. Wright, MLA Dr. Lisa Lachance, and more!

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Haliwood Queers, 2024

(Photo by Daniel Wittnebel)

HALIFAMOUS CELEBRITIES

" The image features a performer in dramatic drag makeup and attire, set against a bright blue background that creates a vibrant contrast. The individual has a large, voluminous, curly blonde wig that frames their face, enhancing the theatrical aesthetic. Their makeup is bold, with prominent eye shadow and striking eyeliner, adding an element of glamour and artistry. They wear a colorful, flowing garment that appears to have a swirling pattern of rich hues, suggesting a dynamic and playful character. The outfit is adorned with tulle or netting, which adds to the flamboyant nature of the look. The performer strikes a playful pose, with one hand on their hip and a flirtatious expression that suggests confidence and charisma. This portrayal could symbolize self-expression, freedom, and the celebration of identity within the drag culture, showcasing the artistry and performance inherent in this vibrant community.

Anna Mona-Pia

Triple Threat

Anna Mona-Pia (they/she) is a triple-threat performer/producer with the goal of creating a more inclusive and diverse drag community. They strive to make space for queer artists to explore and thrive while also tackling gender and sexuality issues through their art. She holds a B.Ed from Acadia University, specializing in Drama and English. She is the Gold Winning Best Drag Performer of 2024 in the Coast, the Silver winner for Best Drag Performer of '22/'23 & and the Silver Award winner for up-and-coming Community Leader of '23/'24.

@anna.monapia

Rouge Fatale

Drag Legend & Halifamous Queer

Rouge Fatale, renowned as a legendary drag performer of Atlantic Canada, possesses a heart as immense as her outspoken personality. With over 20 years of experience in the realms of drag and theatre, Rouge's journey began when she fell in love with drag on a dare during a Pride drag competition, emerging victorious. Captivated by the drag world, she transformed it into her life's passion. Her influences span a diverse spectrum, with Dame Edna and Phyllis Diller playing significant roles in shaping her comedy and overall aesthetic. Drag mother Deva Station has been instrumental in molding Rouge into the captivating performer she is today. Rouge, a glamour camp drag entertainer, specializes in stand-up comedy, monologues, and improv. Acknowledged for her exceptional contributions, Rouge was inducted into The Coast Hall of Fame after securing the title of Best Drag Performer for an impressive ten consecutive years. A Halifamous Queer, she stands as the Most Halifamous Person, leaving an indelible mark on the world of drag and entertainment.

Elle Noir

Activist & Drag Legend

Chris Cochrane is a Trans Black activist and public speaker. She speaks and educates about her lived experience through her intersectionality . Chris works toward creating spaces for QTBIPOC people, as well as working with 2SLGBTIQIA+ youth to ensure those spaces will be upheld for years to come. Chris is the former Vice Chair of Halifax Pride (2020-2022) where she uses that platform to ensure equity for all of the community ,while focusing on our marginalized and racialized communities .Chris is also the Recipient of The YMCA Peace Medal for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion. Known for her drag persona Elle Noir, where she is as fierce on stage as she is her activism .Elle Noir is a 19 Year veteran of Drag . Known as a local legend and Winner of The Best Halifax Drag Performer for the last 6 years consecutively .

Dr. Lisa Lachance

ML(G)A(Y), Halifax Citadel-Sable Island

Lisa is a proudly queer community advocate, youth mental health expert, policy nerd, and parent of two who calls Halifax home. Their latest role has been proudly serving as the MLA for Halifax Citadel-Sable Island in the Nova Scotia Legislature.

Lisa is a strong believer in equitable access to health care and housing for all, and is no stranger to making noise on behalf of those most affected by wide-ranging social policy issues. Prior roles saw them founding a social enterprise and leading queer organizations at a national level. Lisa is a proud three-time Dal alumna, with a BA in International Development, an MPA, and a PhD in Health.

lisalachance.ca

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Robert Seymour Wright

Sociologist

Robert Seymour Wright is a queer, African Nova Scotian Social Worker and Sociologist whose 36 year career has spanned the fields of education, child welfare, forensic mental health, trauma, sexual violence, and cultural competence. He served as the founding Executive Director of both the Peoples’ Counselling Clinic (Nov. 2017 - March 2024) and the African Nova Scotian Justice Institute (Fall 2021 - March 2024, March 2025 - Present) and continues at the Peoples’ Counselling Clinic as Director Emeritus, Consultant and Therapist. Robert’s identity and work are grounded in his integrated and activist spirituality.

Robertswright.ca

Tara Thorne

Filmmaker & Local Legend

Tara Thorne (she/her) is a triple Virgo and recovering journalist who does a lot of things in the arts for not very much money, including writing and directing the feature films Lakeview (2024) and Compulsus (2022). She occasionally fronts the rock band Dance Movie and lives in Halifax with her two cats (not pictured).

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Rosie Porter

Real Estate Royalty

Rosie is an avid thespian and can most often be found in a theatre seat taking in local shows - theatre, music, dance or readings are all on the bill. She has served on the boards of both the Halifax Fringe Festival and Live Art Dance and puts her money where her mouth is, sponsoring many local productions. She is a lover of social justice, good food & wine, books, and great friends. In her spare time, Rosie has been helping locals buy & sell homes for the past 23 years and having a lot of fun doing it!

Truly Madly Adam

Comedy Cutie

Truly Madly Adam (they/them) is a stand-up comedian, writer, curator and artist from Halifax, Nova Scotia. They were long-listed in the CBC Comedy Next Up competition, and won Gold (2019) and Silver (2023) in the Best Of Halifax reader’s poll for Best Comedy Show. Their first stand-up album was recently released on Comedy Records.

April Hubbard

Disability Darling

April Hubbard is a performer, arts administrator, accessibility consultant, and a Mad, Disabled, Queer, white & Mi'kmaw woman based in Halifax.

She is proud to create space for those with unseen bodies and unheard voices. April is the former Chair of the Halifax Fringe Festival and Kinetic, the co-founder of disabilityX Halifax, the author of the Eastern Front Theatre Accessibility Project Report, and recipient of the Ramon John Hnatyshyn Award for Volunteerism at the 2025 Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards. She is a contributor and host on AMI-tv, a collaborator with the JRG Society for the Arts, a circus artist, & drag performer as her alter ego Crip Tease.

April encourages others to be leaders in designing the society in which they wish to live by challenging assumptions and normalizing the presence of Disabled people in our everyday world.

Sara Graham

Improv Clown

Sara (she/they) is a deaf and disabled comedian, activist, improviser, and workshop educator. Sara uses her work to advocate for wholeness in accessibility. Sara’s goal is to create art and spaces that acknowledge and address the need for inclusivity and accessibility for all. Sara graduated from Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and minor in Gender and Women’s studies. Through her work Sara hopes to create theatre, art, and creative spaces that are radically accessible.

ACCESS NOTES

RUNNING TIME

Roughly 90 minutes plus an intermission.

AUDIENCE WARNING

This performance will be largely improvised and we would be surprised if there was no mature content! There will be projections and moving lights.

AUDIO

Performers will be amplified with individual microphones.

ASSISTIVE LISTENING DEVICES

Phonak Roger FM/DM System available at Alderney Landing Theatre. Automatically connect via Wall Pilots or borrow a Telecoil device to sync with hearing aids and cochlear implants. Devices with headphones are also available. Please see the Box Office for assistance onsite.

ACCESSIBLE TICKET PRICES

All performances have pay-what-you-can-afford pricing. If cost is still a barrier, please email info@EasternFrontTheatre.com. Volunteers see shows free of charge! Sign up here.

TICKETING FEES

Our tickets and passes are sold through Tixr, which adds processing fees for both Tixr and Alderney Landing as well as HST. Tickets are also available to be purchased at the door, pending availability.

COVID

Masks are available on site and encouraged/appreciated but not required. Seating is by general admission and social distancing may not be possible. Alderney Landing Theatre achieves 8 ACH (Air Changes per Hour).

TRANSIT ACCESS

The Halifax Transit Dartmouth Ferry arrives directly at Alderney Landing, and Alderney Gate is serviced by Halifax Transit buses #5, 6A, 6B, 6C, 53, 54, 55, 62, 158, 159, 161, 165, 168A, 168B.

PHYSICAL ACCESS

The Theatre is on the second level of Alderney Landing, accessible by passenger elevator and stairs. Parking is available onsite, with curbside dropoff and automatic doors at the main entrance to the building. Alderney Landing is connected to Alderney Gate by pedway, accessible by elevator, escalator and stairs.

STADIUM SEATING

Fixed stadium seats fold down and are 16.5 inches deep and 20 inches wide from the inside of each (shared) armrest. Front row seating is on the same level as the entrance and can be reserved in advance by emailing info@EasternFrontTheatre.com. There are stairs leading to the rest of the rows, 7 inches high and 17 inches deep. There is no handrail. Armless chairs are available upon request and will be placed in the front row, they are 16 inches deep and 15.5 inches wide. For assistance, or to request priority seating before the house is opened, please check in with EFT Staff or Volunteers.

BATHROOMS

There are two all gender bathrooms in the rotunda lobby, one with toilet stalls only, and one with toilet stalls and urinals. Both bathrooms are equipped with various hygiene products.

ENVIRONMENTAL SENSITIVITIES

We aim to provide a scent-free environment, and make every effort to use products that are scent-free where possible (including alcohol-based hand sanitizer). We encourage all patrons to be mindful of the effects of strong scents, and ask that patrons avoid wearing or using scented personal products while onsite.

STREAMED PERFORMANCE

If you are unable to physically attend this performance, please email info@EasternFrontTheatre.com for a YouTube link to the livestream.

COMMENTS, QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS?

If you have any questions about the accessibility measures in place, please email access@easternfronttheatre.com.