HOMO PENTECOSTUS

Joel’s newest work Homo Pentecostus premieres at Malthouse Theatre, Melbourne on May 15, 2024.

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 dance floors, 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. 

Find out more and get your tickets here

Supported by Creative Victoria through Creative Ventures program, This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body. Commissioned and premiere season produced by Malthouse Theatre.

2024: May - Premiere Season, Malthouse Theatre.

2024: October - Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA).