The Secret Public: How LGBTQ Resistance Shaped Popular Culture. Jon Savage in conversation with P6.

We’re really excited to announce our re-scheduled Jon Savage / Secret Public event in collaboration with The Glad Cafe. Jon will be in conversation with P6 (Phil Eaglesham) discussing one of the books of the year, The Secret Public: How LGBTQ Resistance Shaped Popular Culture 1955-1979.

The Secret Public is an electrifying look at key moments in music and entertainment history between 1955 and 1979. From the secret sexuality of stars such as Little Richard in the 1950s through to the ambiguity of David Bowie, glam rock and Sylvester’s ‘You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)’. Jon reflects on the figures and events that helped move gay culture from the margins to the mainstream and changed the face of pop forever. The Secret Public is a searching examination of the fortitude and resilience of the gay community through the lens of popular music and culture; it reflects on the freedom found in divergence from the norm and reminds us of the need to be vigilant against those seeking to roll back the rights of marginalised groups.

Jon Savage is not only a brilliant cultural historian, he’s a fabulous raconteur, one minute in-depth and precise, the next off the cuff and hilariously bitchy. He will be joined by P6 (Phil Eaglesham) - in his own words, a retired Public Servant and Private Dancer. Phil is a queer artist - his uncompromising musical activities include Stretchheads, DeSalvo, Security and VIDIV. He currently also works as a music tour guide.

Jon will also be running images from his own archive. Unmissable.

Access Guide and Tickets for Personal Assistants

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