During the promotion of Melbourne stage production Mr BIG aka Tatay, A Transwoman and That Tiring Tune!, Trevor Santos, Dax Carnay-Hanrahan, and Ayril Borce share their experiences growing up Filipino in Australia and personal stories that resonates with the play's queer theme.
Key Points
- Filipino-Australian theatre artist Ayril Borce reflects on growing up as one of three gay siblings in his family, sharing how those deeply personal dynamics shaped his perspective for the upcoming Melbourne stage production Mr BIG aka Tatay, A Transwoman and That Tiring Tune!.
- Ayril notes that because his eldest brother faced the initial, highly emotional reaction from their parents when coming out, it paved a smoother path for him and his other gay brother to be open about who they are.
- The production touches on the paradox within Filipino culture, where queer individuals are often embraced as entertainers and public figures, yet still face significant barriers and lack of serious recognition within their own families and legal systems.
With a Filipino family its okay to be gay, but not in the family.Melbourne-based Threatre Artist Ayril Borce
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