Tales From Your Queer Elder (Aberdeen Queer Arts Festival 2026)

Tales From Your Queer Elder (Aberdeen Queer Arts Festival 2026)

“If you need an hour of positivity, wonderful dancing, and lots of good laughs, this show is just for you.” The Edinburgh Reporter

Lucia is a vibrant, 70-something, plus-size lesbian artist with a dazzling 52 years of living proudly out of the closet. In her acclaimed performance, she blends captivating dance with heartfelt spoken word to share intimate, queer-centred stories drawn from decades of real-life experience.

Lucia creates a warm, exciting world where personal stories and artistic passion come together to make unforgettable magic. Whether you’re young or old, her message is one of pure celebration: break free from limitations, embrace your best self, and chase your dreams with everything you’ve got.

Come ready for smiles, laughter, and a powerful reminder that living authentically is the greatest art of all, because this is more than just a show; it’s an invitation to live authentically and create your own magic.

Lucia August/Everybody Can Dance is sponsored by Sanctuary Queer Arts and Edinburgh Performing Arts Development (EPAD)