The biggest names amongst Melbourne’s LGBTI community will star in three forums following nightly performances of “8” the play – Dustin Lance-Black’slandmark play about gay marriage.

“8” explores the debate around gay marriage in a unique 90-minute play. Each performance will be followed by an ‘Equality Forum’ hosted by JOY 94.9’s Dean Beck for an informative Q&A with a host of community leaders, personalities and antagonists including Jason Ball, Fiona Patten, Tony Briffa, Carl Katter and many more.

“8” the Play is on for 3 shows only this Midsumma at Chapel Off Chapel, with all profits raised to be donated back to the community, benefiting Minus 18, the ENUF HIV Stigma Campaign and JOY 94.9.