With support from the California Arts Council, Diamond Wave will present dynamic creative programs centering the experiences of diverse queer and trans people, including: the THEYFRIEND nonbinary performance festival, the soft defiance project exploring queer mental health, and the Artists’ Adaptability Circles program putting historically marginalized artists, arts workers and culture bearers to work creatively addressing issues arising in their lives and communities.
Diamond Wave currently offers two programmatic thrusts. The THEYFRIEND Nonbinary Performance Festival and events uplift, center and celebrate nonbinary identity through dynamic performances and community-building events. Our community-centered consulting services center peer exchange and artist-to-artist learning focused on professional and creative development as well as creating economic opportunity for creatives.

