How to Start a Rumour

In 1993, Tom Luscombe was the photographer for a Sydney Queer newspaper, Capital Q.

He documented the vibrant and decadent nightlife on the ‘Golden Mile’, Oxford Street.

Thirty years later, he published many of these images in his book, Folly of Gossip.

Tom’s book is his love letter to those far off days, that last feverish, glittering, hysterical dance before our lives changed forever.

Join Tom at the Substation for ‘How to Start a Rumour’, where he will dish the dirt, pull back the curtain and grant you access all areas, in a candid and poignant jaunt down memory lane.

Duration: 60 minutes

Content Warning: This show contains nudity, coarse language, drug themes and graphic content.

Accessibility: The Substation can only be accessed via a steep flight of stairs. Should you have any concerns about accessing this venue, please contact jlowrencev@qtopiasydney.com.au

Find out more about How to Start a Rumour. Presented as part of QTOPIA Sydney Pride Fest 2025.

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