Uganda: Police Storm Premiere of Gay Theatre Production

Armed police officers stormed Kampala's National Theatre late Wednesday, bringing a premature end to what was meant to be a premiere performance by the Talented Ugandan Kuchus, TUK for short. 'Kuchu' is a traditionally derogatory word for 'homosexual', which has recently become a proudly self-epithet in the local gay community.

The evening began on a high note. Troupe members and visitors gladly posed for pictures in front of the TUK logo, as human rights activists, artists and foreign diplomats entered the theatre via red carpet. All seats in the house were full.

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