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VADA VADA LAUNCHES NEW MONTHLY LGBTQIA+ COMEDY NIGHT IN MANCHESTER
VADA HAHA to bring inclusive stand-up nights to the city every fourth Wednesday Manchester’s newest independent queer venue, Vada Vada, is launching a brand-new monthly comedy night this summer, with VADA HAHA taking place on the fourth Wednesday of every month. Hosted by acclaimed Manchester comedian Chloe Reynolds, VADA HAHA has been created in partnership with Vada Vada’s values of inclusivity, accessibility and community. The night will provide a welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ audiences, allies and comedy lovers of all backgrounds to come together and enjoy some of the UK’s most exciting stand-up talent. Having opened only a month ago, Vada Vada has quickly established itself as one of Manchester’s most exciting independent queer venues. The launch of VADA HAHA marks the venue’s first regular comedy residency and further strengthens its commitment to creating diverse cultural events within a fully accessible space. Each event will feature five carefully selected comedians spanning established television performers, critically acclaimed Fringe artists, viral sensations and emerging local talent. While line-ups will remain a closely guarded secret, audiences can expect appearances from some of the most exciting names currently working on the UK comedy circuit. Alongside Vada Vada’s food and drinks offering, the evening has been designed as a social event as much as a comedy night, with an upbeat atmosphere encouraging audiences to connect during the intervals. Resident host…
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