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Manchester Pride: New report reveals staggering amount owed to performers and suppliers

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A new report has revealed the large sum of money owed to the unpaid Manchester Pride artists and venues. Back in October, the charity behind the long-running LGBTQIA+ festival made headlines after various performers revealed that they hadn’t been paid for this year’s event, including Drag Race UK star Saki Yew. “It’s gone too far. As performers, we’re used to waiting for money, but there’s no communication and no answer. A lot of performers are starting to give up hope of being paid,” Saki told BBC Newsbeat in October. Drag Race UK star Zahirah…

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Manchester Pride officials issue statement announcing “voluntary liquidation”

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Manchester Pride officials have shared an update regarding their financial difficulties. Earlier this month, the LGBTQIA+ festival made headlines after various performers revealed that they hadn’t been paid for this year’s event, including Drag Race UK star Saki Yew. “It’s gone too far. As performers, we’re used to waiting for money, but there’s no communication and no answer. A lot of performers are starting to give up hope of being paid,” Saki told BBC Newsbeat in October. “We put in the hard work with weeks and weeks of rehearsals. We…

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Jsky to headline Manchester Pride, teases new music project Karanciaga

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Manchester Pride has announced more acts for this summer’s lineup, and joining already-announced headliners including Billy Porter, Olly Alexander and Leigh-Anne, Jsky will return for a headline set at the brand-new Mardi Gras stage at Mayfield Depot on Saturday 23rd August. This will be the fifth time the BBC Introducing star, Channel 4 host and Gaydio presenter has taken centre stage at the festival. “To be invited back to perform at Manchester Pride for the 5th year in a row honestly means so much to me,” Jsky said. “I never…

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“We did history proud”: Lucky Roy Singh on Manchester Pride’s first Queer Asian Takeover

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The post “We did history proud”: Lucky Roy Singh on Manchester Pride’s first Queer Asian Takeover appeared first on GAY TIMES. Go to Source Author: Conor Clark

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Maldron hotel review: The perfect place to stay during Manchester Pride

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Whether you’re there for business or pleasure, Manchester is a city that has something for everyone – so the place you’re calling home during your trip needs to do the same. Rest assured, the Maldron hotel in the city centre is as welcoming as it is premium and, as we found out during a stay over the Manchester Pride bank holiday weekend in August, has everything you need to take your trip to the next level. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by the staff who make an…

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‘We pushed the needle culturally’: Jake Shears looks back at the legacy of the Scissor Sisters

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The post ‘We pushed the needle culturally’: Jake Shears looks back at the legacy of the Scissor Sisters appeared first on GAY TIMES. Go to Source Author: Conor Clark

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8 in 10 LGBTQ+ travellers consider their safety before travelling somewhere, study finds

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Safety considerations continue to be at the forefront for LGBTQIA+ people when planning a trip somewhere, a new study from Booking.com has found. The data comes from the company’s most extensive LGBTQIA+ travel research to date and was the source of discussion at a roundtable held at the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel during Manchester Pride on 25 August. The event, which was moderated by Conor Clark, Senior Reporter at GAY TIMES, saw Coronation Street star Antony Cotton share his own experiences of travelling as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. Also…

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Manchester Pride reveals final headliners and surprise special guest

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Manchester Pride has revealed the final two headliners set to take the stage at this year’s festival, as well as a surprise special guest. Co-created with Manchester’s LGBTQ+ community, this year’s roster puts representation and inclusivity at the forefront. The Gay Village Party boasts its most diverse line-up to date, as 96 per cent of performers are queer, 54 per cent are women, 51 per cent are people of colour and 42 per cent are from trans and non-binary communities, according to the event’s organisers. Previously announced headline acts include…

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Manchester Pride 2023: Pabllo Vittar, Danny Beard and Jake Shears to perform

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Manchester Pride has unveiled further details of its 2023 line-up for the festival that will take place over the August Bank Holiday weekend. Co-created with Manchester’s LGBTQ+ community, this year’s roster puts representation and inclusivity at the forefront. The Gay Village Party boasts its most diverse line-up to date, as 96 per cent of performers are queer, 54 per cent are women, 51 per cent are people of colour and 42 per cent are from trans and non-binary communities, according to the event’s organisers. Headline acts include Brazilian drag icon…

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Manchester Pride 2023 announces most diverse line-up in event’s history

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Manchester Pride has announced the line-up for its beloved Gay Village Party which will take place over the August bank holiday weekend. This year’s headline acts include Brazilian drag icon Pabllo Vittar, Scissor Sisters frontman Jake Shears and Drag Race UK winner Danny Beard. Takeovers include the Queer Asian Takeover, Trans Filth & Joy, Black Pride MCR and the Queer Women’s Takeover. The Gay Village Party boasts its most diverse and representative line-up to date, as 96% of performers are queer, 54% are women, 51% are people of colour and…

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