If you’re yearning for an evening of sharp wit, lush glamour and a masterclass in unapologetic queerness, we’ve found just the tonic. Legendary cabaret star, icon of trans visibility and singular force of nature, Justin Vivian Bond is descending upon Soho Theatre this summer with their brand-new show: Sex With Strangers.
Running from Friday 11th – Saturday 12th of July, this is your chance to bask in the glow of one of cabaret’s most dazzling and dangerous performers — and perhaps leave questioning everything you thought you knew about love, lust and the strangers we’re all shagging on apps these days.
What’s the show about?
In true JVB style, Sex With Strangers is equal parts cabaret, confession, and champagne-fuelled philosophy. This latest creation draws on v’s own exploits and observations — part memoir, part mischief — to explore the mess, hilarity, and occasional transcendence of hooking up in the modern age.
Expect songs (of course), stories you’ll want to steal for your own dinner parties, and a healthy dose of truth-telling about desire and connection. Delivered with that trademark Bond blend of acerbic humour, vulnerability, and sheer stage presence, it’s bound to leave you grinning, thinking, and probably a little flushed.
Why you don’t want to miss this
Justin Vivian Bond has been commanding stages and redefining cabaret for over two decades — from Tony-nominated turns to world tours, they’ve captivated audiences with their spellbinding voice and wickedly sharp tongue.
In an age where queer culture is being commodified by brands faster than you can say “limited edition Pride tote bag”, Bond’s presence feels refreshingly authentic. This is queer artistry as it should be: uncompromising, provocative, and full of heart.
Whether you’re a long-time admirer or a curious newcomer, this show promises to be a highlight of London’s late-summer calendar — and a damn sight more memorable than your usual Wednesday night on Grindr.
The need-to-knows
📍 Where: Soho Theatre, 21 Dean Street, W1D 3NE
🚇 Nearest Tube: Tottenham Court Road or Leicester Square
📅 When: 2–6 September 2025
🎟 Tickets & info: sohotheatre.com
So grab your favourite stranger, or come solo and find a few new ones. Either way, you’re in for a riotously entertaining night with a true queer icon.
See you in the dark, darling.
