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Honoring Our History: A Special Screening of "The Lesbians of San Diego"

1/4/2026

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Saturday, Jan 10th
7 pm - 9:30 pm
Meeting House at First UU
Free event. Reserve your spot at Eventbrite.


​Community is built on the stories we tell and the songs we sing together. This month, we invite you to a very special evening dedicated to the struggles, triumphs, and enduring spirits of the women who paved the way for LGBTQ+ rights right here in our own backyard.

From Oral History to the Big Screen
Over the summer of 2025, Diversionary Theatre staged a powerful production titled The Lesbians of San Diego. This wasn't just any play; the script was meticulously crafted from real-life interviews with the women who formed the backbone of the San Diego lesbian community throughout the 1970s, 80s, and 90s.

The live run in August was a massive success, playing to sold-out crowds at every performance. For those who missed the live show—or those who want to experience the magic again—producer Kit Gately captured a professional recording of a performance. We are honored to host a special screening of this vital piece of local history.

A Night of Music and Memory
Music has always been the heartbeat of community life and activism. Before the screening begins, we are thrilled to welcome two legendary local voices back to the stage.

Pam Briggs and Maggie Beck, both of whom are portrayed as characters in the play, have brushed off their guitars and tuned up their voices to join us once again. Longtime locals may remember them from their regular performances at the San Diego County Fair, the Old Time Cafe, and various music festivals.
One of their most iconic moments was joining the San Diego Women’s Chorus in 1997 for a performance of "A Woman’s Anthem"—a song that remains just as relevant and stirring today as it was nearly thirty years ago.

Join Us
Come early to catch the music, stay for the history, and celebrate the incredible women who helped shape the San Diego we know today.
  • 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM: Live Music by Pam Briggs & Maggie Beck
  • 7:45 PM: Screening of The Lesbians of San Diego

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  • Programs
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      • Vocal Ensembles
      • Handbell Ensemble
    • Front Street Productions
    • Caring
    • South Bay Food Pantry
    • Larger UU Connections > >
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      • Friends of De Benneville Pines
      • Philippines Partner Church
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      • Social Justice Executive Team
      • Climate Justice
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      • Uptown Community Service Center
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