Arts venue faces eviction from former Sydney church after religious groups protest LGBTQ+ events

An arts venue in a deconsecrated Sydney church is facing eviction after hosting LGBTQ+ events on its opening night. Divine Playhouse, which opened last Wednesday, was designed as a safe and inclusive space for artists. But the landlord has now sent a breach notice claiming the venue insulted and mocked the beliefs of Christian Australians. According to The Guardian, religious groups protested the opening, prompting the landlord's action.

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