Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for The Ministry of Lesbian Affairs at Kiln Theatre

A Celebration of Identity, Community and Harmony

The Ministry of Lesbian Affairs follows the UK’s only lesbian choir as they navigate life, love, and the chaotic journey to perform on the Pride mainstage. Rehearsing in a crumbling church hall under the guidance of an OWL (Older, Wiser Lesbian), the choir of misfits wrestle with song choices, internal politics and shared dreams.

Playwright Iman Qureshi described the cast as “an absolute tour de force” and expressed joy at the show’s revival in the current political and cultural climate. Director Hannah Hauer-King added, “It really is a dream cast,” praising the blend of returning and new performers bringing fresh energy to the story .

The production combines sharp comedy and heartfelt drama to explore themes of identity, marginalisation, and solidarity with warmth and wit.

Creative Team

• Writer: Iman Qureshi

• Director: Hannah Hauer-King

• Designer: Anna Reid

• Lighting Designer: Zoe Spurr

• Sound Designers: Nicola T Chang & Tingying Dong

• Composer & Co-Musical Director: Nicola T Chang

• Co-Musical Director: Viki Calver

• Casting Director: Stuart Burt CDA CSA

• Assistant Director: Yael Elisheva

• Costume Supervisor: Danielle Levy

The play is co-produced by Kiln Theatre, Antic Productions, and Damsel Productions, continuing the companies’ commitment to platforming new writing and underrepresented voices.

Performance and Booking Details

• Venue: Kiln Theatre, 269 Kilburn High Road, London NW6 7JR

• Dates: 13 June – 12 July 2025

• Press Night: Friday 20 June, 7pm

• Access Performances:

  • Audio Described: 10 July

  • Captioned: 3 July

  • Relaxed: 9 July

• Special Events:

  • Alcohol-Free Performance: 30 June

  • Post-Show Q&A: 26 June

Returning with new voices and renewed purpose, The Ministry of Lesbian Affairs offers an uplifting and unapologetic portrayal of queer community and creative resilience—an essential ticket for summer 2025.