The Art of Becoming… Daddy

Join us for a warm, intimate, and thought-provoking conversation about identity, reinvention, and the journey of becoming your most authentic self. Hosted by Ali Orchard — author of the celebrated memoir The In-Between — this special Mardi Gras + event at Better Read Than Dead invites you to explore what it means to embrace your inner ‘daddy’ in all its forms: nurturing, guiding, grounding, and yes — sometimes a little cheeky.

Whether you’re a new dad, a daddy adjacent, a future daddy, or simply someone curious about the layers of identity we carry, this session is for you. Ali will be joined by Petria from Late Blooming Lounge and Grace for a candid, inclusive, and gently humorous chat that’s equal parts reflective and empowering.

The setting — cozy, book-lined, and deeply welcoming — is the perfect backdrop for this kind of heartfelt dialogue. With tea, laughter, and maybe even a few tissue moments, ‘daddy’ becomes less about biology and more about heart.

This event is part of Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras’ Talks & Ideas program — bringing space for meaningful conversations in the heart of the festival.

Featuring:

• Ali Orchard
• Petria (Late Blooming Lounge)
• Grace

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