For five years, Tommy spent every Sunday in Brighton, gathered around Aunt Nells table as they regaled him with stories whilst cooking a roast dinner. However, when Nell suddenly vanished from his life, Tommy was left asking himself: how do you grieve for someone who hasnt died?My Dear Aunty Nell is the latest work from award-winning disabled, queer, working-class writer Tommy (also known as The Queer Historian), premiering this May. The work unpacks how LGBTQ+ history is documented through local gossip, distant memory and hearsay, produced in collaboration with national charity Opening Doors who connect LGBTQ+ people over 50 with activities, events and support. The show promises to be a poignant exploration of queer history and the legacy left by our elders.Join Tommy and Aunt Nell (played by Anthony Psalia) as they explore themes of isolation, prideand queer family over their nightly dinner conversations. Following each performance, there will be a Q&A session featuring a special guest from the LGBTQ+ community who will join Tommy and Aunt Nell to discuss the themes raised in the play.

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