Diamond Wave’s core and flagship program is THEYFRIEND, the first and only nonbinary performance festival in the world, dedicated to uplifting, centering, and celebrating nonbinary performers. In a cultural landscape where few organizations focus specifically on the needs of gender-expansive communities, THEYFRIEND provides a vital platform for nonbinary artists to share their work and a rare space for audiences to gather in recognition, visibility, and belonging.

Beyond the festival, Diamond Wave partners with queer and trans-led organizations to produce ad hoc performances, community events, and interdisciplinary artistic programming. These collaborations expand access to nonbinary-led cultural experiences while strengthening connections across LGBTQ+ communities. Through all of our work, we promote nonbinary, trans, and queer identities by fostering spaces where artists and audiences can be seen, heard, and engaged in meaningful cultural exchange.