Smalltown Boy Exhibition

Smalltown Boy is an art exhibition and rave to celebrate the song by Bronski Beat on its 40th anniversary.

QUEER HOUSE - WAREHOUSE
Josh Caffe (Phantasy Sound)
Boys’ Shorts
Bonzai Bonner (Shoot your Shot)
Bosco Loco (live)
Fred Alexander (Vita Nova)

ZINC BAR DISCO
Jonbers Blonde (Rupaul’s Drag Race UK)
Bosco (Let’s Go Back)

Launching in Glasgow on 23rd August 2024 at SWG3, the project is a dark yet euphoric tale that delves deep into the experience of LGBTQ+ individuals during a time marked by homophobia and oppressive social norms. Against the backdrop of Thatcherism and a conservative government, Smalltown Boy chronicles the journey of a queer individual forced to leave their hometown due to prejudice and discrimination.

Artists taking part include Scottish artist & designer Charles Jeffrey, Irish Sculptor James Horan, Poetry from London poet Barney Ashton-Bullock and fine art photography from Scottish / Filipino artist Csian Canave.

The exhibition includes the original photographs of Bronski Beat from Steve Rapport, which have been painted over from Scottish artist Joe Henry, adding a layer of colour and nostalgia.

Smalltown Boy launches at SWG3 Zinc Bar on Friday 23rd August at 6pm (Free Entry), continues in the Warehouse (Ticketed)