Malvern LGBTQ+ Life Stories is a short film made by Mobilise Arts in partnership with Malvern Pride for LGBTQ+ History Month in memory of Nick Houghton former Mayor of Malvern and Founder of Pride who passed away in December 2024.

This project has been led by Malvern-based queer writer, director and producer, Dr Hannah Phillips alongside local queer photographer and videographer Rachel Jones.

We thank our partners and allies Malvern District Council, Severn Arts, Malvern Theatres and Malvern Town Council for funding and supporting this community project.

Phillips said “Diverse forms of love, identity and family have always existed but LGBTQ+ stories are often left out of history or rewritten. Malvern LGBTQIA+ locals have shared their own queer life stories and journeys that began or brought them to the hills. Stories characterised by resilience, a quest for authenticity and love. We celebrate our community in Malvern this LGBT History Month.”

“We have made the bold decision to be visible all year round over the next couple of years. Further engagement and meaningful cultural projects with our LGBTQIA+ community here in Malvern working in partnership with Malvern Theatres, Malvern Town Council and Malvern District Council. Partnership working is key in this difficult climate. This also gives us time to fundraise. Pride is a free event and so we are always looking for sponsors.”

Tickets can be found here – https://malvern-theatres.co.uk/event/malvern-lgbtq-lifestories/

Links to other resources relating to LGBTQ+ History Month:
Stonewall – https://www.stonewall.org.uk/resources/lgbtq-hubs/lgbt-history-month
LGBTQ+ History Month (Schools Out) – https://lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk/
Malvern Pride – https://www.instagram.com/prideinmalvern/?hl=en
Unison – https://www.unison.org.uk/about/what-we-do/fairness-equality/lgbt/lgbt-history/