REVIEW: BE GAY, FOR GOD'S SAKE @ THEATRE DELI

🎭 Be Gay, For God's Sake

📍 Theatre Deli, 107 Leadenhall Street, London, EC3A 4AF

🗓 Friday 14th November 2025

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ENDEARINGLY CHEEKY HEAVENLY INTERVENTION!

Every now and then a piece of theatre comes along that is so full of heart and honest emotion that you can't help but be completely swept away by it, and BE GAY, FOR GOD'S SAKE from Oh My My is one of those shows.

This is no ordinary play. It's an ambitious, time-bending journey that tackles huge themes with a perfect blend of genuine pathos and laugh-out-loud comedy.

From the moment the action began, I found this to be a captivating ride. A religious mother with an unaccepting heart experiences a divine intervention that sends her all the way back to her daughter's queer past in Inner Mongolia. It's a bold premise that is absolutely nailed.

The writing here is sharp, witty, and deeply affecting, effortlessly moving between moments that make you belly laugh and scenes that catch you in the throat.

The performances here are nothing short of spectacular. The cast is energetic, charismatic, and completely committed, breathing vibrant life into every character. The chemistry is palpable, and they navigate the shifts in tone with remarkable grace. It's a masterclass in ensemble acting that makes this chaotic beautiful story feel incredibly real and deeply human.

This is a powerful, brave new piece of writing that demands your attention. It's a defiant and loving exploration of acceptance, and the importance of finding your own way home. It's the kind of show that inspires you, moves you and reminds you why you love theatre.

This production puts the East Asian queer experience right at its forefront and is unapologetic in its refreshing representation.

In my opinion this show is unmissable. If the audience reaction is anything to go by, this show has the power to change hearts and minds. This is divine intervention of the best kind.

BE GAY, FOR GOD'S SAKE is a show that takes big swings, but most importantly, it lands them with a generous heart and a cheeky smile. The way the talented creative team weaves everything together with impressive dexterity means that what could have felt messy is instead a charming, fast-paced, and genuinely funny journey.

This is a powerful exploration of generational silence and the universal struggle for acceptance, wrapped up in a package of playful theatricality.

If you're interested in watching an impressive and bold piece of new writing then there are two more performances remaining at Theatre Deli as part of the Voila Festival. Performances are Friday 21st November at 8pm, and Saturday 21st November at 7:30pm. Click here to grab yourself some tickets. You won't be disappointed.

Neill Kovacic-Clarke

All views are my own and I pride myself on being honest, fair and free from influence. Theatre is subjective and it is important to remember that all views expressed are just those of one person.

My ticket for this performance of Be Gay, For God's Sake was gifted by Oh My My who invited me to watch the show in exchange for my honest review. The fact that my ticket was gifted played no part in the content of my review or the star rating given.

CAST LIST:

Haoyu Wang as Lin Song; Tianxin Tian as Hu Yi / God; Hector T.J. Huang as Mrs. Lien / God / Church Member; Shanshan Wu as Shasha / God / Church Member

RUNNING TIME (approx):

1 hour 30 minutes, with no interval

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