Lazy Susan is heading to the Coastal Twist Festival, returning to the NSW Central Coast, transforming the region into a vibrant celebration of LGBTQIA+ arts, culture and community.
Running from September 27 to October 4, this year’s Coastal Twist theme is Radical Radiance.
The festival invites locals and visitors to experience a packed program of cabaret, dance parties, visual art, storytelling, live music, youth events and community celebrations.
Radical Radiance is a call to shine boldly, celebrating individuality while uplifting one another through shared creativity and care.
“Radical Radiance is about both individuality and collective energy,” producer and creative force Glitta Supernova told QNews.
“It’s about expressing personal truths, political ideas, identity, passion — but also reflecting the power of unity and togetherness.”
Local talent and nationally recognised artists will perform throughout the festival.
2026 Coastal Twist talent: Lazy Susan, Gusta Mara, Kitty Obsidian, King Cuntessaa, King Fine ChinaImages Supplied
Including RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under Season 4 winner Lazy Susan, internationally acclaimed aerial circus and cabaret artist Empress Stah, and multi-award-winning First Nations burlesque performer Kitty Obsidian.
A host of emerging and established LGBTQIA+ creatives from the Central Coast and across Australia will join them for the eight-day celebration.
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Events for all ages
The festival program spans storytelling, visual arts, cabaret, live music, youth events, social gatherings and late-night celebrations.
Highlights will include Bravewords Live: Coastal Twist Edition; the annual Coastal Twist Group Art Exhibition; and the spectacular Love Club Cabaret hosted by Lazy Susan.
Dance Party Bauhaus Electric is headlined by Stephen Allkins and includes an outstanding lineup of DJs and performers.
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Indigenous dancer and ballroom artist Gusta Mara, performance artist King Cuuntessa, drag king violinist Fine China, and queer cabaret comedian and vocalist Frock Hudson will also be among the festival’s illustrious performers.
The program will also include events for under-18s, including a youth-led showcase with performances from some of the Central Coast’s most exciting emerging queer creatives, as well as a dedicated dance party for LGBTQIA+ and allied youth aged 12 to 17.
Image: Lisa HaymesThe festival brings opportunities for visibility, connection and celebration to regional Australia.
Creating space for LGBTIQA+ people and allies to come together, share stories, experience diverse perspectives and foster a stronger sense of belonging.
You can be sure there’s something for everyone, from literary events and visual arts exhibitions to social gatherings, live music and a host of family-friendly activities.
Coastal Twist Festival offers a mix of free and ticketed events and runs from September 27 to October 4.
Find out more and get your tickets here.
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