Queer We Are for Pride

As well as tailoring the night to the crowd, Rapture also operates an inclusive policy welcoming all regardless of gender or sexuality. The result is one of the most exuberant and fun atmospheres around.

Rapture Club Night: Saturday 2nd Aug, The Carlton Club, 113 Carlton Road, Whalley Range, Manchester, M16 8BE. Doors 8.00 pm, until 1am. £4 in advance. Call 07958 642090 or 07854 346344 for further information.

Rapture Club Night - Queer We Are festival: Friday 22nd  August, Rapture DJs plus poet Steph Pike and music from Ajah: UK. Bangkok Bar, 40 – 44 Princess Street, Manchester, M1 6DE. Doors 8pm, bar until 6am. £4 in advance. Call 07958 642090 or 07854 346344 for further information.

Queer We Are is a five day festival style event hosting a wide representation of Queer & Alternative Culture. They have curated a varied program including live music from local bands; (Ajah UK, feminist collective ILL, African dance fusion band Djembeklan and many more), to club nights Black Angel, Rapture and Swing & Shout.

Plus there's poetry from Steph Pike & friends, Art Installations from 2 Koi Karp, TED style talks with The Queer Forum, literature from For Book's Sake and a mini film festival. In addition they also have kids' activities planned for Saturday after the main parade.

Queer We Are work closely with their partner Queerchester, who will be curating a series of art shows and trails throughout August. All events are totally inclusive; aiming to entertain regardless of age, sexuality or background. 

Published: 24-Jul-2014: (2538)