To The Bearded Tit community,
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After 11 incredible years, The Bearded Tit will be closing its doors in November this year.
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This decision comes from a deeply personal place. I am at a stage in my life where I want to expand my horizons and explore a career outside of hospitality. It has been the privilege of a lifetime to be part of this community, to witness the joy, creativity, and resilience that has filled this space night after night.
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The Bearded Tit has been so much more than a bar. It has been a sanctuary for queer, POC, and other historically underrepresented communities. Through our arts, performance, and cultural programs, we've had the honour of showcasing Sydney's most exciting emerging creatives as well as artists from beyond our shores. Every performance, every gathering, every moment of connection has been held by this community's unwavering support.
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As we approach the next 6 months together, I would like to note the following:
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•  While I deeply appreciate the love and support of the Tit community, I am not looking for the venue to be ‘saved’. Comments of love and appreciation are welcomed however, the business will not be for sale. This decision is final and I ask that you respect this.
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•  Please be kind to our staff and any questions can come directly to me, not to our hardworking staff. Let's use these next few months to celebrate what we've built together. Come in, share your stories, create new ones and celebrate this special place while we still can. We’ll be hosting regular events and parties until November, check our instagram for updates.
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•  For those of you that want to keep a piece of The Tit, we will have a market day shortly after closure. You will be able to purchase pieces of our fit-out or memorabilia for those of you that want to take a tangible piece of this space with you.
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I want to thank the hundreds of artists, performers, DJs, producers, party makers and arts workers who have contributed their talents and energy to this space. You have been the heartbeat of The Bearded Tit, bringing life, creativity, and magic to every corner of this venue.
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I want to thank the incredible staff and managers who have worked here and contributed to helping me steer this ship. Your dedication and care have made this place what it is and you've been my partners in creating something truly special.
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And of course, to all the drinkers, merry makers and party goers, whether you were a regular or a traveller passing through, thank you for your patronage, laughter and support. You've filled this space with joy, stories, and unforgettable moments.
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I know how much this venue means to a lot of you. The community and spirit that has lived within these walls doesn’t end here. We are part of a beautiful ongoing story of people who believed in the power of creating space for our community and I hope it inspires others to do the same.
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My deepest thanks to you all for 11 years of magic. I hope this ending will usher in new beginnings for all of us and I am excited to see what the next iteration of Sydney’s queer nightlife looks like.
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Love and eternal gratitude,
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Joy  x