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Factory: Pride Stages at Aviva Studios

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Factory: Pride Stages

Aviva Studios, Manchester
21 August 2024

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Factory: Pride Stages at Aviva Studios
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We’ve got the perfect event to get you geared up for Manchester Pride. Pride Stages takes over Aviva Studios’ Social for a packed night of music, drag and cabaret, steered by your incomparable host, Wolfy.

Prepare to be dazzled with performances from this year’s Pride Stage commissioned artists. Singer/ songwriter, Bennettiscoming brings Late Bloomer, a show built upon his emotive music, sensual tone and honest, soul-baring lyrics. Incidentally, Pride celebrations also coincide with Bennett’s new EP releases.

Next up is Violet Blonde, member of the Family Gorgeous, cabaret host and performer, with Special Effects. Expect live piano, drag greatness, and (yes, you guessed it), lots of special effects in this one-woman show.

The night’s antics are further bolstered by support acts, AJ LeRoy and Canal St Kings. And there’ll be a post-show DJ set from Kim Lana – so definitely stick around for that.

We think Pride Stages is the perfect Manchester Pride warm-up event. We wouldn’t wait around though – snag your free tickets now.

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