Pride in Trafford

Pride in Trafford listings

An exploration and celebration of identity and LGBTQ+ life in Trafford.

Tue 17 – Sat 21 May ‘22

prideintrafford.org

 

Waterside and Trafford Council presents

IDAHOBIT FLAG RAISING

Tue 17 May | 11:00

Free

To coincide with IDAHOBIT and the beginning of Pride in Trafford 2022, we’ll be raising the rainbow pride flag and celebrating this special day.

 

The event marks the International day against homophobia, transphobia and biphobia (IDAHOBIT).

20 mins

Sale Town Hall

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VAMPIRE HUNTER JESS:

READ BY AUTHOR EMMY CLARKE

Tue 17 May | 16:00

Free but booking essential

Vampire Hunter Jess is a funny and heart-warming story for children that follows 10-year-old Jess, an autistic girl who is determined to find proof that her neighbour is a vampire. Told through a mix of prose and unanswered text messages, this story has light LGBTQ+ themes, and also explores grief, friendship, and found family.

 

Written and read by Emmy Clarke, Vampire Hunter Jess is one of eleven brand-new original tales featured in Stories Of Care's upcoming children's anthology, Tales of the Brave, the Bold and the Beautiful'.

 

Stories of Care is a Manchester-based writing co-operative, founded by Sophie Willan, who work exclusively with exceptional new writers, from diverse backgrounds, whose voices need to be heard and whose stories need to be told. 

Age 5+ | 45 mins

Sale Library

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TECHNICOLOUR ARRANGEMENT

Wed 18 May, 17:00 - 20:00

Gorse Hill Studios + Rainbow Reflections

Two of Trafford’s brilliant youth organisations come together to create a special Pride event for young people in Trafford.

 

There’ll be cooking sessions with Rainbow Reflections and Cooking Club, followed by loads of activities, including bingo, quizzes, music, arts activity, all curated by young people.

 

The event is free, but you do need to book in advance - more info prideintrafford.org/youth

Age 13 - 19 | 3 hours

Gorse Hill Studios, Cavendish Road, Stretford M32 0PS

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Rowena Gander presents

BARELY VISIBLE

Wed 18 May 20:00

£12 / £10 / £8

Barely Visible is an empowering physical solo performance that brings focus to common issues that queer women face, including sexualisation, (fe)male gaze and what it feels like to live in the shadows. The performance incorporates the use of a 100-kilo vertical pole, of which the performer actively deconstructs and manipulates to show the audience how they can also become visible and in control.

Age 13+ | 50 - 60 mins (no interval)

Robert Bolt Theatre, Waterside

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KD Theatre Productions presents

WITH ONE LOOK: VIVIENNE DE VIL

Thu 19 May, 20:00

£12

Musical Theatre diva Vivienne de Vil presents a brand-new show for a brand-new world. Featuring music from the stage and screen, and icons such as Judy Garland, Barbara Streisand and Diana Ross, Vivienne will sing you through life’s ups and downs and fill you with joy and hope as we embrace the future.

Age 16+ | 60 mins no interval

The Chambers, Waterside

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Waterside and Creative Industries Trafford present

ALLIE CREWE: YOUR OWN LIGHT

Fri 20 May – Sat 30 Jul

Free entry

An ongoing series of portraits of transgender and non - binary people. Allie’s portraits have been met with critical acclaim. Described as "highly rated, sincere, poignant and classical..." (Magnum) and "...a terrific body of work filled with heart and empathy" by LensCulture, her work was shortlisted for the prestigious BJP Portrait of Britain award in 2017, which she won in 2019 with “Grace.”

The exhibition is supported by Arts Council England and curated by Castlefield Gallery in partnership with Creative Industries Trafford.

 

A preview event for the exhibition will be held on Thu 19 May, 17:30 - 19:00. This is a free event but booking is advised.

 

Open Mon - Sat 10:00 – 17:00

Lauriston Gallery, Waterside

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PAUL SCOTT BULLEN: INTERSTICE

Fri 20 May – Sat 30 Jul

Free entry

Interstice is an autobiographical embodiment of Paul’s experience of homophobic resistance. Through movement, sound and spoken word the artist explores memory and reflect through retrospect regarding shifts in an ever changing political landscape. 

 

Our Screenlight display is dedicated to supporting the work of moving image artists, working with video, film and animation, curated by Creative Industries Trafford.

Open Mon - Sat 10:00 – 17:00

Screenlight (in the foyer), Waterside

DIGITAL EXHIBITION

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LAUGH RIOT: COMEDY NIGHT

Fri 20 May, 20:00

£15 / £10 low income

Bethany Black + Red Redmond + Kate McCabe + MC Jonathan Mayor

An evening of the very best in alternative comedy. This fabulous line-up includes MC Jonathan Mayor - a huge cult figure in comedy; comic and improviser Kate McCabe; and stand-up, drag queen and live streamer Red Redmond.

 

The evening will be headlined by critically acclaimed stand-up Bethany Black - a stalwart of the scene who can be seen performing up and down the country, as "one of the UK circuit's finest night-time raconteurs" (British Comedy Guide).

 

This event will be raising money for the awesome charity; the Proud Trust - a life-saving and life enhancing organisation that helps LGBT+ young people empower themselves, to make a positive change for themselves, and their communities.

Age 16+ | 2 hours, 30 mins (includes two intervals)

Robert Bolt Theatre, Waterside

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PORTRAIT SESSIONS WITH ALLIE CREWE
Sat 21 May, 10:00 – 12:00

Free

To celebrate the launch of the Your Own Light exhibition by award-winning photographer Allie Crewe, Waterside invites individuals from the LGBTQ+ community across Greater Manchester to sit for a portrait photo session with Allie.

Individuals taking part then have the choice to have their picture featured on a community wall within the exhibition, which remains on display until Sat 30 July ‘22 at Waterside (please note, this is optional not mandatory).

 

We are keen to gather a range of subjects, particularly those who are often under-represented such as trans, non-binary, people of colour.

 

If you would like to apply for a free portrait please register your interest at: prideintrafford.org/portraitsession

Please note places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Waterside

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Curious Arts presents

WILDFLOWER

Sat 21 May, 11:00 | 13:00 | 15:00

Free event

What does it mean to be a Wildflower?

 

Blooming wherever you're planted.
Being your vibrant, colourful self, sometimes under the harshest conditions.

 

Join the Wildflowers as they ride by for a fun, floral pop-up performance. Creating a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive!

 

This is an outdoor event and will be subject to change depending on weather conditions.

All ages | 20 mins

Stanley Square & Waterside Plaza, Sale

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Pride in Trafford and Mano a Bocca present

PRIDE ON THE PLAZA

Sat 21 May, 12:00 – 16:00

Free

Brand new for 2022!  Pride in Trafford and local pizzeria Mano a Bocca will host a free outdoor celebration on Waterside Plaza, with family friendly activities and a chance to find out more about some local organisations.

All ages

Waterside Plaza

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