Fear & Self-Loathing in Philadelphia

East Passyunk Opera Project kicks off the Philly Pride Arts Festival with Fear & Self-Loathing in Philadelphia, a Pride cabaret that examines how queer communities respond to fear, hatred, and erasure, not by shrinking, but by transmuting those forces into protest, radical joy, love, and perseverance.

Too often, that hatred is born from unresolved self-loathing and fear of difference or is projected upon us. This cabaret traces how our community meets that violence, the forces that seek to silence queer people, and the responses that keep us alive. It explores the ways queer communities transform pain into connection, humor, and joy. The program moves through protest and anguish toward celebration and catharsis.

Fear & Self-Loathing in Philadelphia is hosted by . Starring soprano , mezzo-soprano , tenor , pianist , and DJ and beatmaker . whose work has been heard on stages including The Philadelphia Orchestra, Carnegie Hall, Lyric Opera of Chicago, the Sydney Opera House, Alice Tully Hall, Wigmore Hall, and venues throughout Europe.

Location
Franky Bradley's
1320 Chancelor Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Showtime for the Live Performance
Saturday, June 6, 2026
7:00 PM

General Admission- $28
General admission tickets are Standing Room Only.

VIP Ticket- $54
A VIP ticket includes reserved seating near the stage, a show poster signed by the cast, and a limited edition Top Dog Cocktails Pride can.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this show appropriate for children?

This show includes some adult themes and language. For this reason, this show is most appropriate for ages 14+. Parental discretion is advised.

What time is check-in?

Doors open at 6:30 PM. Guests are welcome to grab a cocktail and mingle while they wait for the performance to begin. Admission closes at 7:00 PM sharp for the show. Refunds for late arrivals or no-shows will not be given.

Is this a seated performance?

VIP Tickets guarantee a reserved seat. Please note that General Admission tickets are Standing Room Only.

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