Martha Plimpton Promotes Queer Open Mic Night At London’s Cock Tavern
Acclaimed actress champions friend Josh Leuner's monthly LGBTQ+ event in heart of London.
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Acclaimed actress Martha Plimpton is shining a spotlight on London’s vibrant queer community, encouraging her followers to attend a monthly open mic night hosted by her friend Josh Leuner.
In her recent Instagram post, Plimpton shared details about the upcoming event at The Cock Tavern in London this Sunday.
Supporting The Queer Open Mic Scene
“My very sweet and talented pal @joshleuner hosts a brill #openmic every month and it’s happening this Sunday!” Plimpton wrote in her enthusiastic post.
She urged her followers to connect with Josh and his project, “Josh and the Jumpstarts,” and attend his monthly Queer Open Mic at The Cock Tavern.
The event appears to be part of a regular series aimed at providing a platform for queer performers in London, with Josh Leuner serving as the host and organizer. Open mic nights like these offer vital spaces for artistic expression and community building within the LGBTQ+ community.
This promotion of queer cultural events aligns with Plimpton’s long-standing advocacy work. The Emmy Award-winning actress has been an outspoken supporter of various social causes, including LGBTQ+ rights, reproductive rights, and political activism.
Plimpton, known for her roles in films like “The Goonies” and TV series such as “Raising Hope” and “The Good Wife,” has utilized her platform to amplify progressive voices and community initiatives. In recent Instagram posts, she has been vocal about political issues, reproductive rights, and has shared content criticizing various political figures and policies affecting vulnerable communities.
Working On Sondheim At The National Theatre
Beyond her activism, Plimpton is currently working on a theatrical production at London’s prestigious National Theatre. In recent social media posts, she shared her excitement about rehearsing for “Here We Are,” a production featuring work by Stephen Sondheim and David Ives.
In another post, she shared a video from the rehearsal process with the caption: “Cannot. Wait. #hereweare #sondheim @nationaltheatre @jessetyler #rhythmchanges #quitealotofcounting.”
The production appears to feature a notable cast, with Plimpton tagging fellow performers including Jesse Tyler Ferguson, known for his role in “Modern Family.”
Balancing Art And Activism
Plimpton’s career has long balanced artistic pursuits with passionate advocacy. Born to actors Keith Carradine and Shelley Plimpton, she began her career as a child actress before establishing herself as a versatile performer across film, television, and stage.
Throughout her career, which spans over four decades, Plimpton has earned critical acclaim for her work, including Tony Award nominations for her performances in Broadway productions and an Emmy Award for her guest appearance on “The Good Wife.”
Her promotion of the queer open mic night at The Cock Tavern represents the intersection of her artistic community and her advocacy work, using her platform to boost visibility for LGBTQ+ cultural spaces in London.
The Queer Open Mic event hosted by Josh Leuner offers a welcoming space for performers and audience members within London’s LGBTQ+ community, continuing the vital tradition of queer cultural spaces that foster connection, expression, and celebration.
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