A new era for Umeå’s queer nightlife begins with Club Bisous
A grassroots initiative to create a safe space for Umeå’s LGBTQIA+ community and a stage for queer artists.
Umeå, Sweden – February 17, 2025 – Escarpin Productions is proud to introduce Club Bisous, Umeå's first queer-by-queer nightclub, an initiative designed to fill a vital gap in the city’s cultural landscape. More than just a party, Club Bisous is a community-driven effort to provide both a stage for queer artists and a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ people and allies. The debut event will take place on April 4, 2025, at Studion, Umeå Folkets Hus, and promises a night of electrifying performances, music, and celebration.
Event details
- Date: April 4, 2025
- Time: Doors open at 21:00, show starts at 22:00
- Location: Studion, Umeå Folkets Hus, Skolgatan 59, 903 29 Umeå
- Tickets: Early bird tickets available on OpenCollective un March 2; regular tickets on sale from March 3 on Billetto only
A space for queer artists and community
Umeå has long lacked dedicated spaces for queer performers and audiences, leaving both artists and community members without a home to connect, create, and celebrate together. Club Bisous is here to change that.
The event will showcase a lineup of diverse queer talent, including performances by burlesque star Lady Rivet and drag artist Misty May, with more artists to be announced. A dynamic DJ lineup will keep the dance floor alive throughout the night, ensuring a vibrant and inclusive experience for all attendees.
Supporting the future of queer culture in umeå
Club Bisous is more than an event; it is a movement. Escarpin Productions is committed to building a sustainable queer nightlife scene in Umeå, creating ongoing opportunities for artists, and fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and celebrated. But to make this vision a reality, we need the community's support.
To help cover production costs and ensure the success of this and future events, early bird tickets are available now via OpenCollective. Purchasing an early ticket is a direct investment in the future of queer culture in Umeå, helping to establish a platform for queer artists and a safe, joyous space for the LGBTQIA+ community.
A message from the producer
“We are building more than just a party—we are creating the space that has been missing in Umeå,” said Benjamin Sientzoff, Producer at Escarpin Productions. “Queer artists deserve a stage to perform, grow, and be seen. Our community deserves a place where we can come together without fear. The success of our first event, 'Everybody Say Love', which sold out three days before the event, showed us just how much this is needed. Right now, there is a real gap: no dedicated stage for queer performers, and no established safe space for the community. Club Bisous is here to change that. Our goal is to create a lasting, community-centered movement that extends beyond one night, with workshops, cabarets, and more.”
About Escarpin Productions
Escarpin Productions is a non-profit grassroots initiative dedicated to creating inclusive and inspiring queer events. With Massvis as its fiscal host and OpenCollective ensuring transparency, Escarpin Productions aims to build a sustainable future for queer culture in Umeå. Their first event, "Everybody Say Love", in collaboration with Ögonblicksteatern, sold out in advance, proving the demand for dedicated queer spaces. Club Bisous is the next step in this journey: a recurring queer nightlife event that uplifts performers and provides a home for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Join the movement
Be part of something extraordinary. Support the future of queer nightlife in Umeå by getting your early bird ticket now via OpenCollective. Secure your spot for an unforgettable night of entertainment, community, and celebration.
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