Since its inception, Queer House Party has been pushing boundaries when it comes to accessibility in the club space. 

Now, partnering with CastRooms, their livestream experience revolutionises access to live music, allowing fans to participate in events from home. This immersive and high-quality experience is accessible to anyone with a computer or phone and an internet connection, no matter where they are in the world or the situation they are in. 

CastRooms has developed Videocrowd™ technology to allow fans not only to watch but also join on camera and truly participate in events from afar. It brings the online attendees into the room at the venue, blurring the lines between home and being in the heart of the action.

“During a time when many feel isolated, the platform offers a space to gather, celebrate, and share music experiences” says Mitali, Co-Founder and CEO of CastRooms. “It’s about more than just watching a show; it’s about being included, living the moment with others, and sharing your energy with your community.”

This edition, Queer House Party will be pulling no punches for their show at No.90 in Hackney Wick. On the lineup is; lauded drag troupe Pecs, who’ll be performing their show Black is King, QHP’s infamous selection of raunchy gogo dancers, and a live show from Giac De Castro, hot off a single release. DJs Princess Julia, UOKHUN?, Donnie Sunshine and a secret headliner. 

Highlights from previous broadcast collaborations include their recent Palestine Fundraiser with I. JORDAN taking to the decks, the first-ever live-streamed set from Body Movements, and a jaw-dropping number of ‘What’s Up?’ by Sadie Sinner, followed by an impromptu Haus of Telfar ball at their inaugural edition of their residency at No. 90. 

Initially developed as a social lifeline for isolated queer people during COVID, Queer House Party’s live streams quickly became infamous. They created memorable and special moments for 1000s of people each week. genius new kinds of drag performances,  

With the government announcing that on 1 April, it will treat COVID as any other acute respiratory infection and, more recently, that it plans to ‘cut down PIP expenditure’, which will severely affect the lives of millions of people across the UK. As the government withdraws this support, QHP will continue to provide its livestream service for those forced to isolate or for those who live outside of London.

Crucially, in a society with increasing transphobic violence in the streets, as well as a continued stigma and violence from the families of gay, queer and trans people, Queer House Party found that for many, being able to access queer spaces from the safety of someone’s own bedroom was vital for many queers across the world. For someone who might have been locked down with homophobic parents, a community was opened up to them where they could express themselves or for someone living in a country where being queer is punishable by death, there is a way to safely engage in an affirming experience. 

Sign up now in advance at castrooms.com/qhp to secure your spot and receive the join link! Tickets for the URL party are available for £5, and we also offer free tickets for community members who want to participate but can’t afford to. 

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