Events
A range of vibrant events are happening throughout 葫芦影业 celebrating Pride Month. Experience events that recognise, encompass and highlight the rich diversity of LGBTQ+ identities.
Dan Glass in Conversation with Jake Hall and Steel City Queer History
Date: 20 June 2023, 6pm - 8pm, Juno Books 24 Chapel Walk S1 2PD
Experience an evening of enlightenment at Juno Books as Dan Glass unveils the captivating tales of London's untold queer past. Prepare to embark on an extraordinary adventure through the pages of his exhilarating new book, "Queer Footprints."
Join Dan Glass and Jake Hall, author of "Art of Drag鈥, as they dive deep into thought-provoking discussions about movement building, nurturing queer solidarity, and delving into the distinctive elements that set 葫芦影业's queer history apart from its London counterpart.
Feeling Fabulous Workshop
Date: 20 June 2023, 6pm - 8pm, The Montgomery 27 Surrey St S1 2LG
Andro and Eve and Ghetto Fabulous are bringing you an incredible queer dance workshop suitable for all skill levels. In this workshop, you will have the opportunity to explore the art of queer movement and learn how to confidently showcase your unique style.
From perfecting your runway walk to mastering picture-perfect poses, this workshop offers a fun and supportive environment to express yourself.
Queer East Presents: Lotus Sports Club + Panel Discussion
Date: 20 June 2023, 5:30pm, Showroom 15 Paternoster Row S1 2BX
Visit the Showroom to watch Lotus Sports Club; a compelling coming-of-age documentary, captured in Cambodia over a span of five years. The film revolves around Leak, a courageous transgender teenager who excels in football as a member of the under-21 women's team in Kampong Chhnang.
Following the screening, an engaging panel discussion will take place, delving into the themes of queer individuals in sports, trans visibility, and the significance of independent queer filmmaking.
Wild Dances: Eurovision and Belonging with William Lee Adams
Date: 24 June 2023, 7pm - 8:30pm, Juno Books 24 Chapel Walk S1 2PD
Join William Lee Adams at Juno Books where he will talk about his fabulous, moving debut "Wild Dances."
The book is described as "A memoir of race, glitz, glamour, geopolitics, and the power of pop music, following a misunderstood queer biracial kid from small-town Georgia who became the world's foremost Eurovision Song Contest blogger."
Laura Kay and Lily Lindon: Queer Rom Com Queens in
Date: 29 June 2023, 6pm - 7:30pm, Crookes Social Club Mulehouse Road S10 1TD
Laura Kay and Lily Lindon, two exceptional rom-com writers, bring a delightful blend of queerness and humour to their craft.
Take a trip up to Crookes and Join Laura and Lily as they discuss their latest books, delve into the complexity of flawed protagonists, and emphasise the significance of queer representation in the realm of romance writing.
Queer Diary
Date: 29 June 2023, 7pm - 9:30pm, DINA, 12 Fitzalan Square S1 2AZ
Experience the captivating event, Queer Diary, where a courageous group of LGBT+ individuals fearlessly share their teenage diaries with you.
This event welcomes people from all walks of life to escape cis-het-normativity by immersing themselves in the authentic firsthand accounts of grown-ups who once navigated the complexities of being LGBT+ as teenagers through the medium of old diary entries, fanfiction stories, tumblr posts, and poetry!
The Kingdom Come #7- Pride is a Protest Edition
Date: 29 June 2023, 7pm - 10:30pm, Crookes Social Club Mulehouse Road S10 1TD
Indulge in a powerful evening of unity and love within the LGBT+ community. This event is a testament to the collective strength and resilience of individuals, asserting their right to live their truth without seeking anyone's permission.
Allies are warmly welcomed to join in this joyous occasion, where the vibrant spirit of queer pride fills the air!
A Maezin Pride
Date: 30 June 2023, 8:30pm - 11:30pm, The Vault (The Yorkshireman) 10 Arundel Gate S1 2PP
Emma Maezin presents "A camp 葫芦影业 celebration of Pride."
Get ready to embrace the spirit of Pride season by joining forces with fabulous local drag sensations!
Experience an unforgettable celebration filled with captivating drag performances, live vocals, side-splitting comedy, and plenty of whimsical mischief.