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UK LGBT EVENTS JUNE 2017
Events Calendar: Our monthly LGBT guide & listings of What's On & Where to Go !! - UK LGBT social, sporting, networking & business events available to view on line by Members/Visitors also emailed to our Members/Subscribers.
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GaysTheWord: Event Neil Bartlett reads from Ready To Catch Him Should He Fall
On June 1st Serpent's Tail publishers are re-issuing Neil Bartlett's classic novel Ready To Catch Him Should He Fall, and...
On June 1st Serpent's Tail publishers are re-issuing Neil Bartlett's classic novel Ready To Catch Him Should He Fall, and...
01
Hay Festival Spies, Toffs and Queers
Film maker George Carey has spent the past five years exploring the interlocking worlds of spying and the British establishment...
Film maker George Carey has spent the past five years exploring the interlocking worlds of spying and the British establishment...
01
Hay Festival The Gender Games: Juno Dawson
Gender isnt just screwing over trans people, its messing with everyone. From exclusionist feminists to alt-right young men; from men...
Gender isnt just screwing over trans people, its messing with everyone. From exclusionist feminists to alt-right young men; from men...
01
National Portrait Gallery - Lunchtime Lecture: Coloured with Emotion: Shocking Pink, Hematite & Chrome Yellow
Immerse yourself in history, art and culture at our popular Lunchtime Lectures. Doors open at 12.45. Lectures begin at...
Immerse yourself in history, art and culture at our popular Lunchtime Lectures. Doors open at 12.45. Lectures begin at...
01 - 04
Above the Stag When Harry Met Barry
Forget about Sally! Love comes like a whirlwind into the lives of the lonely. Romance for trendy clubber Spencer with...
Forget about Sally! Love comes like a whirlwind into the lives of the lonely. Romance for trendy clubber Spencer with...
01 - 04
Hay Festival of Literature
It's our birthday and everyone is invited. Hay Festival Wales takes place 25 May 4 June in Hay-on-Wye, bringing writers...
It's our birthday and everyone is invited. Hay Festival Wales takes place 25 May 4 June in Hay-on-Wye, bringing writers...
01 - 04
Oxford Pride Festival
Oxford Pride is a celebration of lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer life in Oxfordshire. (27 May to 4 June)...
Oxford Pride is a celebration of lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer life in Oxfordshire. (27 May to 4 June)...
01 - 10
Snapshot @ The Hope Theatre
London, 2017. Anything goes if you can afford it. James, a photographer, is struggling to tell Daniel, his banker boyfriend...
London, 2017. Anything goes if you can afford it. James, a photographer, is struggling to tell Daniel, his banker boyfriend...
01 - 14
Tate Britain Workshop: The Black Flamingo Open Studio, Collaborate With
Collaborate with an artist and poet as they make new works exploring queer identity Poet Dean Atta and visual artist...
Collaborate with an artist and poet as they make new works exploring queer identity Poet Dean Atta and visual artist...
VIDEO SCREEN
01 - 17
Arts Theatre Judy ! (until 17 June)
Ray Rackhams extraordinary biographical musical about the life of iconic movie star and chanteuse Judy Garland comes to the Arts...
Ray Rackhams extraordinary biographical musical about the life of iconic movie star and chanteuse Judy Garland comes to the Arts...
01 - 18
National Portrait Gallery: Howard Hodgkin - Absent Friends (until 18 June)
This is the first exhibition of portraits by Howard Hodgkin (1932-2017), one of Britains greatest artists. Hodgkins paintings are characterised...
This is the first exhibition of portraits by Howard Hodgkin (1932-2017), one of Britains greatest artists. Hodgkins paintings are characterised...
01 - 22
The Graham Norton Show - Audence Tickets (1/8/15/22 June)
To apply for tickets, please complete IN FULL and submit the details below. We will process your application as quickly...
To apply for tickets, please complete IN FULL and submit the details below. We will process your application as quickly...
01 - 24
Ruby Wax: Frazzled @ Leicester Square Theatre
Drop dead gorgeous, sassy and smart, Ruby Wax brings her new one-woman show to the stage. Based on her number...
Drop dead gorgeous, sassy and smart, Ruby Wax brings her new one-woman show to the stage. Based on her number...
01 - 30
Albert Kennedy Trust; Skydive We Dare You Through Out The Year, Nationwide
Join the Albert Kennedy Trust on our 25th Anniversary year and help make a difference to the young LGBT homeless...
Join the Albert Kennedy Trust on our 25th Anniversary year and help make a difference to the young LGBT homeless...
01 - 30
Angels in America @ The National Theatre (until 19 August)
America in the mid-1980s. In the midst of the AIDS crisis and a conservative Reagan administration, New Yorkers grapple with...
America in the mid-1980s. In the midst of the AIDS crisis and a conservative Reagan administration, New Yorkers grapple with...
01 - 30
Kings Head 5 Guys Chillin
Following highly acclaimed, sell-out performances in Dublin, New York, Sydney and Edinburgh, 5 Guys Chillin returns to London for a...
Following highly acclaimed, sell-out performances in Dublin, New York, Sydney and Edinburgh, 5 Guys Chillin returns to London for a...
01 - 30
National Portrait Gallery: Speak Its Name .. I am the Love that dare not speak its name (until 29 October)
2017 sees the fiftieth anniversary of the partial decriminalisation of male homosexuality in England and Wales in 1967. This display...
2017 sees the fiftieth anniversary of the partial decriminalisation of male homosexuality in England and Wales in 1967. This display...
01 - 30
Shakespeare Globe: Twelfth Night (until 5 August)
How does he love me? With adoration, with fertile tears, With groans that thunder love, with sighs of fire. Synopsis:...
How does he love me? With adoration, with fertile tears, With groans that thunder love, with sighs of fire. Synopsis:...
01 - 30
Tate Britain: Queer British Art 1861-1967 (until 1 November)
Presenting the first exhibition dedicated to queer British art Featuring works from 18611967 relating to lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and...
Presenting the first exhibition dedicated to queer British art Featuring works from 18611967 relating to lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and...
01 - 30
The Philanthropist @Trafalgar Studios directed by Simon Callow (until 22 July)
Out in the real world the Prime Minister and his cabinet have been assassinated and Englands most treasured writers are...
Out in the real world the Prime Minister and his cabinet have been assassinated and Englands most treasured writers are...
01 - 30
V&A Museum: Balenciaga Shaping Fashion (until 18 February 2018)
This exhibition examines the work and legacy of influential Spanish couturier Cristbal Balenciaga, with over 100 pieces crafted by the...
This exhibition examines the work and legacy of influential Spanish couturier Cristbal Balenciaga, with over 100 pieces crafted by the...
03
Polari Salon hosted by Paul Burston @ Stoke Newington Literary Festival
Billed as one of the worlds best LGBT events by Art Info and cracking with ideas, energy and excitement by...
Billed as one of the worlds best LGBT events by Art Info and cracking with ideas, energy and excitement by...
03
Tate Britain Conference: From Then To Now Contemporary Artistic Perspectives On Making Queer Visible
Coinciding with the Queer British Art, 1861 - 1967 exhibition, this day-long conference looks at the powerful role of LGBTQ+...
Coinciding with the Queer British Art, 1861 - 1967 exhibition, this day-long conference looks at the powerful role of LGBTQ+...
03 - 09
Sir Ian McKellan with Shakespeare, Tolkien, Others & You @ Park Theatre
Come on a journey with multi-award winning, twice Oscar nominated star of stage and screen Ian McKellen, as he takes...
Come on a journey with multi-award winning, twice Oscar nominated star of stage and screen Ian McKellen, as he takes...
03 - 24
Elton John Summer UK Tour and "Behind The Piano" Backstage Tour ...
Elton John will be making a welcomed return to the UK as part of his highly anticipated Wonderful Crazy Tour...
Elton John will be making a welcomed return to the UK as part of his highly anticipated Wonderful Crazy Tour...
04
Stephen Sondheim: Smiles of a Summer Night at Cadogan Hall
A celebration of the music and lyrics of Stephen Sondheim. Join Alex Parker and his orchestra along with some of...
A celebration of the music and lyrics of Stephen Sondheim. Join Alex Parker and his orchestra along with some of...
06
Polari Literary Salon hosted by Paul Burston @ Southbank
Susan Wilkins headlines Londons beloved literary salon this evening, with the final instalment in her Kaz Phelps Trilogy, The Killer...
Susan Wilkins headlines Londons beloved literary salon this evening, with the final instalment in her Kaz Phelps Trilogy, The Killer...
06
RoofTopCinemaClub - Moonlight @ Kensington Roof Gardens
A timeless story of human connection and self-discovery, Moonlight chronicles the life of a young black man from childhood to...
A timeless story of human connection and self-discovery, Moonlight chronicles the life of a young black man from childhood to...
06 - 10
La Cage Aux Folles Woking - (Bill Kenwright Production UK Tour)
http://www.atgtickets.com/shows/la-cage-aux-folles-2017/new-victoria-theatre/ Audiences are standing and cheering, and the national critics are raving about Bill Kenwrights spectacularly stunning...
http://www.atgtickets.com/shows/la-cage-aux-folles-2017/new-victoria-theatre/ Audiences are standing and cheering, and the national critics are raving about Bill Kenwrights spectacularly stunning...
08 - 09
V&A Museum:Professional Development Course Working With Contemporary Artists/Designers in Museums
Museums and historic sites are working more closely with artists and designers to create site-specific works, temporary interventions, and festivals...
Museums and historic sites are working more closely with artists and designers to create site-specific works, temporary interventions, and festivals...
09
Paul Burston: The Black Path @ Northwich Literary Festival
Paul Burston was born in York, raised in South Wales and now divides his time between Hastings and London. His...
Paul Burston was born in York, raised in South Wales and now divides his time between Hastings and London. His...
09
V&A Museum Talks:Daniel Lismor Be Yourself in conversation with Hilary Alexander
Daniel Lismore is known for elaborate and extravagant ensembles that brilliantly combine haute couture with charity-shop finds, yards of vintage...
Daniel Lismore is known for elaborate and extravagant ensembles that brilliantly combine haute couture with charity-shop finds, yards of vintage...
09 - 10
London Gay Mens Chorus: Agit Pop at Cadogan Hall
http://www.cadoganhall.com/event/london-gay-mens-chorus-170610/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_content=agitpop With AgitPop, the LGMC marks the 50th anniversary of the Sexual Offences Act which saw the...
http://www.cadoganhall.com/event/london-gay-mens-chorus-170610/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_content=agitpop With AgitPop, the LGMC marks the 50th anniversary of the Sexual Offences Act which saw the...
09 - 11
Blackpool Pride Festival
It may have rained on the 10th anniversary parade . . . but that didnt stop Blackpool Pride 2016 being another massive occasion...
It may have rained on the 10th anniversary parade . . . but that didnt stop Blackpool Pride 2016 being another massive occasion...
10
Canterbury Pride
Pride Canterbury is a spectacular celebration of LGBT+ identity set in the heart of Canterbury. Featuring a parade through Canterbury...
Pride Canterbury is a spectacular celebration of LGBT+ identity set in the heart of Canterbury. Featuring a parade through Canterbury...
10
Gloucestershire Gay Pride
2017's Gloucestershire Pride is on June 10th in Gloucester Park. With so many acts ready to entertain you, you can't...
2017's Gloucestershire Pride is on June 10th in Gloucester Park. With so many acts ready to entertain you, you can't...
10
York Pride
York Pride - North Yorkshire's biggest and best LGBT+ celebration - takes place on Saturday 10 June 2017! This year's...
York Pride - North Yorkshire's biggest and best LGBT+ celebration - takes place on Saturday 10 June 2017! This year's...
10 - 11
Coventry Pride
Coventry Pride (Charity No. 1164035) became a registered Charity in October 2015, following the success of Coventrys first Lesbian, Gay...
Coventry Pride (Charity No. 1164035) became a registered Charity in October 2015, following the success of Coventrys first Lesbian, Gay...
11
Derby Book Festival Scorn: Matthew Parriss, a collection of insults/put downs
"He's 100% political herpes. Back in six months whatever you do. Or three days, like last time." Camilla Long...
"He's 100% political herpes. Back in six months whatever you do. Or three days, like last time." Camilla Long...
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Derby Book Festival Spymaster: Sir Maurice Oldfield by his nephew Martin Pearce
How did a Derbyshire farmers son rise to the highest rank in MI6, despite harbouring a secret that would have...
How did a Derbyshire farmers son rise to the highest rank in MI6, despite harbouring a secret that would have...
12
Out at Clapham: Whitney - Can I Be Me (with Director Nick Broomfield Introduction)
Here at 'Out At Clapham' we are HUGE Whitney fans. When we heard that this film was in the making...
Here at 'Out At Clapham' we are HUGE Whitney fans. When we heard that this film was in the making...
12 - 30
Twighlight Song by kevin Elyt @ Park Theatre (until 12 August)
Adam Garcia, Bryony Hannah and Paul Higgins star in the premiere of the final play by Kevin Elyot, writer of...
Adam Garcia, Bryony Hannah and Paul Higgins star in the premiere of the final play by Kevin Elyot, writer of...
14
Derby Book Festival Rev Richard Coles in Conversation
Presenter of BBC Radio 4s Saturday Live and TV show The Big Painting Challenge is just one of the many...
Presenter of BBC Radio 4s Saturday Live and TV show The Big Painting Challenge is just one of the many...
15
An Evening With Rev Richard Coles
In this ever popular evening, join Richard as he tells a story that is as real as it is unlikely...
In this ever popular evening, join Richard as he tells a story that is as real as it is unlikely...
15
GaysTheWord: Book Event: Trans Like Me with CN Lester
Trans Like Me: A Journey for All of Us. A Reading and Discussion with CN Lester Trans Like Me: an...
Trans Like Me: A Journey for All of Us. A Reading and Discussion with CN Lester Trans Like Me: an...
15
LGBT 's the Word Creative Writing Group, London
A creative writing group for anybody in the LGBTQ community to attend. Just bring a short piece of writing to...
A creative writing group for anybody in the LGBTQ community to attend. Just bring a short piece of writing to...
15
National Portrait Gallery Lecture with Simon Callow: Oscar Wilde: A Gay Man for All Seasons?
Simon Callow talks about his own relationship with Oscar Wilde in parallel with the worlds changing view of the Irish...
Simon Callow talks about his own relationship with Oscar Wilde in parallel with the worlds changing view of the Irish...
16 - 24
Dublin Pride Festival & Parade
Welcome to Dublin LGBTQ Pride! Here you will find out everything you need to know about the parade, our events...
Welcome to Dublin LGBTQ Pride! Here you will find out everything you need to know about the parade, our events...
17
THT Fundraising: Toughest 2017 - London
Toughest races are world renowned for their quality, with trademark obstacles including the Dragon's Back. They're packed with some of...
Toughest races are world renowned for their quality, with trademark obstacles including the Dragon's Back. They're packed with some of...
18
Queer Asia Film Festival
Queer Asia presents our first-ever film festival on expressing Queer Worlds from Asia. Drawing on the themes of the conference...
Queer Asia presents our first-ever film festival on expressing Queer Worlds from Asia. Drawing on the themes of the conference...
24
Essex Pride
Essex Pride 2017 is an annual celebration of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) life in Essex and beyond. This is...
Essex Pride 2017 is an annual celebration of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) life in Essex and beyond. This is...
24
National Portrait Gallery Walking Tour: Timberlina Bona Troll of Soho
To mark the beginning of Pride Festival 2017, join glamorous bearded drag lady Timberlina for a troll around some of...
To mark the beginning of Pride Festival 2017, join glamorous bearded drag lady Timberlina for a troll around some of...
24
Pride in Football #CallitOut Manchester
#CALLITOUT Join us from 10am till 3pm on 24th June at the National Football Museum Manchester for a programme of...
#CALLITOUT Join us from 10am till 3pm on 24th June at the National Football Museum Manchester for a programme of...
24
Tate Britain: Queer And Now: Launching The Pride in London Festival
Join us in a day long celebration of the LGBTQ+ community to launch the 2017 Pride in London festival Coinciding...
Join us in a day long celebration of the LGBTQ+ community to launch the 2017 Pride in London festival Coinciding...
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Pride in London: Pride Festival (24 June until 9 July)
The Pride Festival takes place from Saturday 24 June to Sunday 9 July 2017, with the Parade and main events...
The Pride Festival takes place from Saturday 24 June to Sunday 9 July 2017, with the Parade and main events...
26
Switchboard - Gala Fundraiser of Outings at the Lyric Theatre
The world's first show based on coming-out stories premiered to huge acclaim at the Edinburgh Fringe, and has since delighted...
The world's first show based on coming-out stories premiered to huge acclaim at the Edinburgh Fringe, and has since delighted...
27 - 01
All I Want is One Night
In the heady atmosphere of 1930s Paris, cabaret sensation and sex symbol Suzy Solidor thrilled audiences nightly with her performances...
In the heady atmosphere of 1930s Paris, cabaret sensation and sex symbol Suzy Solidor thrilled audiences nightly with her performances...
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Stonewall Education For All Conference 2017
Stonewall's annual Education for All conference, supported by Prudential, is Britains leading event on LGBT-inclusive education. Join us on 28...
Stonewall's annual Education for All conference, supported by Prudential, is Britains leading event on LGBT-inclusive education. Join us on 28...
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V&A Museum Lunchtime Lecture: Balenciaga - Shaping Fashion
Cristbal Balenciaga is one of the most revered fashion designers of the twentieth century. His revolutionary shapes and unrivalled craftsmanship...
Cristbal Balenciaga is one of the most revered fashion designers of the twentieth century. His revolutionary shapes and unrivalled craftsmanship...
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GaysTheWord: Book Launch: Is Monogamy Dead? by Rosie Wilby
Award-winning Radio 4 regular comedian Rosie Wilby launches her non-fiction debut Is Monogamy Dead? at Gay's The Word as part...
Award-winning Radio 4 regular comedian Rosie Wilby launches her non-fiction debut Is Monogamy Dead? at Gay's The Word as part...
30 - 30
Bourne Free (Bournemouth's Pride Festival (until 2 July)
Bourne Free is Bournemouths LGBT Pride Festival. It is an annual celebration of all diversities that live in Bournemouth and...
Bourne Free is Bournemouths LGBT Pride Festival. It is an annual celebration of all diversities that live in Bournemouth and...
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