Birmingham Pride Guide 2018

Cover - Pride Guide.qxp_Layout 1 23/04/2018 18:29 Page 1

BIRMINGHAM PRIDE GUIDE 2018 WWW.BIRMINGHAMPRIDE.COM

Alexandra Theatre F/P Pride 2018.qxp_Layout 1 23/04/2018 18:55 Page 1

Contents - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 10:04 Page 2

Welcome to Birmingham Pride

#Brum GET THE LATEST INFORMATION: www.birminghampride.com FOLLOW US: TWITTER: @BirminghamPride FACEBOOK: fb.com/PrideBirmingham INSTAGRAM: @BirminghamPrideOfficial LIVE TWITTER FEEDS THROUGHOUT THE FESTIVAL Get handy tips during the festival and artists’ timings as they happen

Y P

Forward Carnival Parade Route Festival Map Ticket/Wristband Info Main Stage Dance Arena Cabaret Marquee Future Stage Women’s Arena Street Party Gay Nightlife Community Events Culture Shopping Staying Over Eating Out VIP Tickets Competitions Volunteers Disabled Access How To Find Us Useful Information Sponsors & Partners

5 7 8 11 14 19 25 31 35 37 38 41 43 49 52 53 55 57 59 61 63 65 66

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 03

Be You/Forward p5 - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 16:18 Page 1

Be You/Forward p5 - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 16:18 Page 2

A very warm welcome to Birmingham Pride 2018.

It’s incredible to think how far Pride has travelled since 1997, particularly in more recent years.

Be You

The event continues to bring together the LGBTQ community with the wider community, and has a strong resonance in the city, the region and beyond.

Birmingham is a city truly proud of its cultural diversity. The Pride festival is a golden opportunity to recognise the rich tapestry of races, cultures and communities which come together to celebrate our equality and freedom. And so, it’s fitting that, this year, our theme is simply ‘Be You’.

This year we’re delighted to present our most diverse Pride Festival main stage artists to date, plus the introduction of the new Future Stage, new locations for both the Cabaret Marquee and Dance Arena, and the introduction of a new food court area - see our Pride map on page 8 for all the locations.

May I wish everyone who attends Birmingham Pride 2018 a very happy, safe and memorable time.

Lawrence Barton Birmingham Pride Festival Director With every passing year, the role of Birmingham Pride within the fabric and cultural offer of this place becomes ever powerful.

This event bringing tens of thousands of people from far and wide to Birmingham as part of the biggest two-day celebration of the LGBTQ community in the country.

It’s now difficult to imagine how the city’s cultural calendar would look without the eye-opening colours, the welcoming and friendly atmosphere, the cabaret, the music and revelry that the festival brings to our streets each year.

For me, the truly great thing about Pride is the way that different parts of our community – a community that is diverse in ways no other place in this country can match – join together in this celebration.

It brings together businesses, community groups, charities, voluntary organisations, families, young people, elderly people and everyone in-between to share in the fun.

For this is truly a celebration for everybody to join in. A celebration of the tolerant, diverse region that West Midlanders call home.

For this is a region that is very much on the up, and that really should bring about a sense of Pride.

Congratulations to everyone who works so hard to make Birmingham Pride a success. Enjoy yourselves, stay safe and have a great weekend.

Andy Street Mayor of the West Midlands

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 05

Carnival Parade - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 09:55 Page 1

Carnival Parade - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 09:56 Page 2

‘Be You’ Birmingham Pride

Carnival Parade

Victoria Square, Birmingham City Centre Saturday 26 May 2018 Assemble from 10.30am Sets off at 12 noon

Saturday 26 May

This year’s theme...

Be You Following Birmingham Pride’s official opening ceremony, the parade sets off at 12 noon precisely, along the best parade route ever!

It will wind its way around the city centre and then down to the top of Hurst Street, by the Birmingham Hippodrome.

The Parade Route 2018 VICTORIA SQUARE

VICTORIA SQUARE

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 07

Pride Map Final MM- Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 10:13 Page 1

Venue Map Key A big thank you to these highlighted venues for supporting and helping to make the production of this guide possible!

Have a safe and happy Pride everyone!

1 Glamorous (See advert on page 30)

2 Birmingham Hippodrome (See advert on page 42)

3. Clone Zone (See advert on page 48)

4 Missing Bar (See advert on page 26)

GLAMOUROUS BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME

CLONE ZONE

MISSING BAR

5 The Loft (See advert on page 28/29)

6 The Village Inn (See advert on page 22/23)

7 Eden Bar

THE LOFT

(See advert on page 24)

8 The Fox (See advert on page 34)

9 Nightingale Club (See advert on page 12/13)

10 Amusement 13

THE PENTHOUSE VIP LOUNGE

HSBC UK

MAIN STAGE

ALSO OTHER GAY VENUES INCLUDE Bar Jester, Boltz, Chic, Equator, Fountain Inn, Sidewalk, The Core, and The Wellington,

AMUSEMENT 13

08 www.birminghampride.com #Brum

Pride Map Final MM- Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 10:13 Page 2

PERSHORE ST MULTI-STOREY CAR PARK

Pride Map

ARCADIAN CAR PARK

MANCHESTER AIRPORT

CABARET MARQUEE NEW! BEER GARDEN NEW! FOOD COURT THE NIGHTINGALE THE VILLAGE INN

FUTURE STAGE THE FOX

WOMEN’S AREA

N! NEW LOCATIO

DANCE ARENA

EDEN BAR

OUTSIDE DANCE ARENA PLEASE NOTE: NO GLASS or ALCOHOL are ALLOWED to be taken into the pride site There are lots of bars and food outlets on site

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 09

Ticket/Wristband Info - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 14:57 Page 1

Ticket/Wristband Info - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 14:57 Page 2

Ticket & Wristband info Buying DISCOUNTED ADVANCE TICKETS Save £££s and get your tickets in advance: ONLINE: www.birminghampride.com IN PERSON: Clonezone Birmingham

Ticket/Wristband Exchange If you have purchased a ticket either online or from a ticket outlet, you will need to exchange your ticket for a wristband when you arrive...

TickeT/WrisTband exchange in adVance:

TickeT/WrisTband exchange booThs:

Ticket/Wristband Exchange will be available a couple of days in advance from The Nightingale Club on Kent Street, from: 4pm until 12 midnight on Thursday 24 May and also from midday to midnight on Friday 25 May.

This is ONLY available at the top of Hurst Street (just down from the Birmingham Hippodrome theatre on Inge Street) at the following times: Sat 26 May from 9am until 10pm Sun 27 May from 11am until 8pm

Please note: Delays are expected between 1pm and 2pm on Saturday 26 May due to the volume of people so try and avoid these times if at all possible.

If you’re a member of the Pride crew, staff or a Southside resident and you’ve been sanctioned with a wristband, your ticket/wristband exchange is ONLY on Bromsgrove Street/Essex Street.

Buying a WRISTBAND on the day If you haven’t purchased a ticket in advance, you will still be able to buy a Wristband over the Pride weekend.

PAYING BY CASH: Day and Weekend Wristbands over the Pride festival can be purchased by cash at all entry/exit points - see the map on page 8 for the locations of the different wristband pay booths.

PAYING BY CREDIT CARDS: If you want to buy WRISTBANDS over the Pride weekend using a Credit/ Debit card, this facility is available at all pay booths.

NO CONCESSIONS: But please note that there are NO CONCESSIONS available for children, seniors or family Wristbands if you buy at the gate -

Important Wristband info...

Wristbands must be securely fastened or may be void.

Wristbands must be intact, in one piece and worn at all times.

Torn or ripped wristbands will not be

accepted for entry.

Lost wristbands will not be replaced under any circumstances, and if you are not wearing a valid wristband, you will be asked to leave the festival site.

these tickets are ONLY available in advance online.

Wristbands ‘at the gate’ will cost more than buying in advance.

Under 5s !

E E R F o g ied an When accomp by an adult

Wristbands are not transferable between visitors.

Wristbands are required for drink purchases at all venues and outdoor bars within the main festival site. #Brum www.birminghampride.com 11

Nightingale DPS Pride 2018.qxp_Layout 1 30/04/2018 10:16 Page 1

Nightingale DPS Pride 2018.qxp_Layout 1 30/04/2018 10:16 Page 2

Main Stage Sat 26 May - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 14:59 Page 1

JAX JONES

BETH DITTO

STEFFLON DON MNEK

14 www.birminghampride.com #Brum

Main Stage Sat 26 May - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 14:59 Page 2

The HSBC UK

Main Stage

NADINE COYLE

Saturday 26 May

LOUISE

12 noon - 3pm Samba Band DJ Set KIM PETRAS

3pm - 6pm Kelli-Leigh MNEK Nadine Coyle Louisa Johnson AUSTIN ARMACOST

6pm- 9pm Beth Ditto Louise Kim Petras Stefflon Don 9pm - Midnight Jax Jones Local DJs Guest Host:

The Cabaret Marquee Austin Armacost is organised by The Village Inn

LOUISA

The Main Stage is sponsored by

KELLI-LEIGH #Brum www.birminghampride.com 15

Main Stage Sun 27 May - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 10:58 Page 1

HOWARD JONES RUDIMENTAL

COURTNEY ACT JAKE SHEARS

Main Stage Sun 27 May - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 10:59 Page 2

The HSBC UK

Main Stage

RACHEL McFARLENE

ROZALLA

Sunday 27 May

2pm - 3pm We Love Pop Glittersh*it 3pm - 6pm KYM MAZELLE Baby D Diva Explosion ft: Kym Mazelle, Rachel McFarlene & Rozalla Livin’ Joy Courtney Act 6pm- 9pm ANDREW BRADY

LIVIN’JOY

Howard Jones Jake Shears Rudimental (DJ SET) 10pm - Midnight DJ Paul Morrell Guest Host: Andrew Brady

The Cabaret Marquee is organised by The Village Inn The Main Stage is sponsored by

BABY D

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 17

Dance Arena Sat - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 10:44 Page 1

Dance Arena Sat - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 10:44 Page 2

Dance Arena

FLAVA D

Saturday 26 May

LOW steppa

12 NOON - 3PM Lisa Sharred & Yan Davey Boy WSF 3pm - 6pm Clinton & Antix Joe Hunt Felton & Kaisha 6pm- 9pm The Acid Experiment Low Steppa Tom Shorterz

REDLIGHT

9pm - Midnight Redlight Flava D

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 19

Dance Arena Sun - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 10:46 Page 1

Dance Arena Sun - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 10:46 Page 2

Dance Arena

DJ ZINC

Sunday 27 May

1pm - 3pm Jamie Bull JAMIE BULL

3pm - 6pm Love Muscle Hooker Club 6pm- 9pm Gorgon City DJ Zinc

GORGON CITY

9pm- Midnight Sum Cellar 02.31 Ft Trudos

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 21

The Village DPS Pride 2018.qxp_Layout 1 30/04/2018 10:47 Page 1

The Village DPS Pride 2018.qxp_Layout 1 30/04/2018 10:47 Page 2

Cabaret Marquee Sat - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 15:03 Page 1

Cabaret Marquee Sat - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 15:03 Page 2

MISS THUNDERPUSSY

The Manchester Airport

TANIYA HYDE

Cabaret Marquee Saturday 26 May LOLA LASAGNE

MISS MARTY BAGA CHIPZ

SANDRA

12 noon - 3pm DJ Miss Penny Sandra Miss Jason Lorraine Bowen

SUM TING WONG

3pm - 6pm

GINNY LEMON

6pm- 9pm Baga Chipz Tanya Hyde Sum Ting Wong

DAVE LYNN

THE DE EXPERIENCE

MISS JASON TWIGGY

KELLY WILDE

Ginny Lemon Shania Pain Kelly Wilde Miss Penny Lola Lasagne

9pm - Midnight Dave Lynn Twiggy Miss Thunderpussy The DE Experience

Hosts: Sandra and Miss Marty

MISS PENNY

The Cabaret Marquee is sponsored by

LORRAINE BOWEN

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 25

Cabaret Marquee Sun - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 15:04 Page 1

Cabaret Marquee Sun - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 15:04 Page 2

The Manchester Airport

SANDRA

Cabaret Marquee

drag with no name

Sunday 27 May DIVINE MISS M

TOTALLY TINA champagne shirley

12noon - 3pm DJ Miss Penny Sandra Martha D’Arthur

DAVID DALE

AMY LA QUEEFA

MARTHA d’ARTHUR

6pm- 9pm Glitter Lips Drag With No Name Kelly O’Brien: The Dolly Show

GLITTER LIPS KELLY O’B

RIEN: THE

VICKY JA CKS AS PINK ON

3pm - 6pm Myra Dubois Divine Miss M Amy La Queefa Miss Marty Rose Garden

DOLLY SH

OW

9pm - Midnight Champagne Shirley David Dale Totally Tina Vicky Jackson as Pink

Miss Marty

ROSE GARDEN

The Cabaret Marquee

is organised

by The Village Inn Marty Hosts: Sandra and Miss The Cabaret Marquee is sponsored by

MYRA DUBOIS #Brum www.birminghampride.com 27

Loft Lounge DPS Pride 2018.qxp_Layout 1 01/05/2018 15:08 Page 1

Loft Lounge DPS Pride 2018.qxp_Layout 1 01/05/2018 15:08 Page 2

Future Stage Sat - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 15:01 Page 1

Future Stage Sat - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 15:01 Page 2

The Barclays

Future Stage

JAMAAL MONARCH

Saturday 26 May KARTEL BROWN

UnpronounceabLe

1pm - 3pm KillGlass I’m Not Okay Unpronounceable Jaydon Clover & Jamaal Monarch JAYDON CLOVER

3pm - 6pm Allie X Kartel Brown 6pm- 10pm Ms Banks Big Freedia DUPES DEN HCL

Big freedia MISS JASON

MS BANKS

The NEW Future Stage is held in The Nightingale Club The Future Stage is sponsored by

ALLIE X

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 31

Future Stage Sun - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 15:00 Page 1

Future Stage Sun - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 15:00 Page 2

The Barclays

Future Stage Sunday 27 May

1pm - 3pm Shout Festival / Knickerbocker

ALICALI HARLEY

MIKE Q

3pm - 6pm Alicai Harley Beep Me Gay Garage 6pm- 10pm Mike Q Le1f Pxssy palace + Fraser Bone

The NEW Future Stage is held in The Nightingale Club LE1F

The Future Stage is sponsored by

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 33

Women's Area - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 11:01 Page 1

34 www.birminghampride.com #Brum

Women's Area - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 11:01 Page 2

The

Women’s Area Sat 26/Sun 27 May

AMY LA QUEEFA

LAUREN HOYLE

FAYE BAGLEY

SASKI

REYNA WASHBROOK

Sat 26 May

Sun 27 May

12 noon - 3pm

12 noon - 3pm

DJ Daddy & Nora

DJ Daddy & Nora

3pm - 6pm Lauren Hoyle Saski Amy La Queefa DJ Roq Biatch & Junior

3pm - 6pm Jack Strap Oedipussy Reyna Washbrook DJ Little L

6pm- 10pm

6pm- 10pm

Adam All Faye Bagley DJ Bee

DJ Dell Adam All & Apple Derrieres DJ Sally

9pm- Midnight DJ Dell & Laurel DJ Lisa Sharred DRAG KING ADAM ALL

9pm- Midnight DJ Bee DJ Shorty

DJ ROQ BIATCH & JUNIOR

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 35

Street Party - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 11:08 Page 1

Street Party - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 11:07 Page 2

Let’s party everyone!

Street Party

There aren’t only FIVE stages to enjoy this year - our Street Party features a great NEW Streetfood Court and Beer Garden plus fantastic funfair, market & community stalls, and of course, all your favourite gay bars and clubs!

NEW! StreetFood Court!

Yes! There’ll be a host of different streetfood outlets in our NEW Streetfood Court area located down Hurst Street - serving up delicious grub.

Thrill-seekers’ funfair!

Community & market stalls!

There’s plenty of adrenalinepumping white-knuckle excitement to be enjoyed at this year’s funfair.

Pop by the stalls over the weekend and see what the various community groups are getting up to.

And who knows, you might just end up having the best ride of your weekend!

You’ll also be able to pick up a bargain or several from the numerous market stalls.

Whether you want a simple burger, a hotdog - perhaps some noodles - or maybe some vegetarian or vegan food, and gluten-free choices too we’ve got it covered!

If you haven’t already booked a stall, you might still be able to get one!

Email christina@eventmen.co.uk for more information.

NEW! FOOD COURT

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 37

Gay Nighttime - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 15:59 Page 1

KATRINA OF THE WAVES

Mike Emery

Enjoy a great night out over the Birmingham Pride weekend at many of the gay scene’s 16 bars and clubs where you can party into the early hours. Here’s some of the highlights...

SANDRA

Fri 25 May Highlights include: l Sandra

at The Village at The Nightingale l MidBears at Eden l Mike & Blanche at Glamorous l Hit Man & Her at Missing l Saathi

Sat 26 May

pam catz

Miss M

alfie ordinary

Highlights include: l Katrina

of The Waves, Jake Quickenden, Mary Mac, Danny Beard, Brenda LaBeau & Fanny Burns at Eden l Pam Catz at Glamorous l Live DJs at The Loft l DJs Mike Emery, Wanda Why & Miss M at Missing l Cabaret with Divine Miss M, Martha D’Arthur, Twiggy, House of Allure, Crystal Lubrikunt, Cherry Liquor, Donna Trump & Alfie Ordinary in the Missing Marquee

Danny Beard

wanda why

twiggy JAKE QUICKENDEN 38 www.birminghampride.com #Brum

Gay Nighttime - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 15:59 Page 2

Enjoy all the Gay Venues

Gay Nightlife

BEVERLEY KNIGHT

Party into the early hours!

TIGHT FIT

Sun 27 May Laqueefa

Highlights include: DENISE PEARSON Giggle Pride

Gavina

THE VENGABOYS AT THE NIGHTINGALE

l The

Vengaboys at The Nightingale l Beverley Knight, Denise Pearson, Tight Fit, The Sundaes, KY Kelly, La Voix, Vicki Vivacious & La voix The Fleurettes at Eden l Gavina at Glamorous l Live DJs at The Loft l DJs Mike Emery, Wanda Why & Laqueefa at Missing l Divine Miss M, Laqueefa, Gavina, Twiggy, House of Allure, Boyonce, Shania Pain, Crystal Lubrikunt & Cherry Liquor in the Missing Marquee

Mon 28 May Highlights include: l Giggle

Pride at The Fox l Ministry of Pound at Missing

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 39

Bham LGBT Communtiy Pride 2018.qxp_Layout 1 01/05/2018 16:05 Page 1

Community LGBT - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 11:03 Page 2

FREE ACTIVITIES

Community Events at Birmingham LGBT Centre

FREE

ESTHER TURNER

FAYE BAGLEY

SOPHIA BLACKWELL

Sat 26 May

Sun 27 May

from 1pm Acoustic Musicians featuring:

from 1pm

Zara Sykes Faye Bagley Esther Turner Baff-Off Competition in Holloways Cafe Film Screening: CALL ME BY YOUR NAME at 4pm Pride day quiet space FILM SCREENING: Call me by your name ZARA SYKES

LGBT ACTIVI TIES

LGBT Lit ‘ Fest in a day with writing sensation Sophia Blackwell featuring: Scott Campbell RJ Arkhipov Matt Cain Concluding with a Spoken Word Open Mic Salon for local poets, writers and performers... just turn up!

The Birmingham LGBT Centre is located at 38-40 Holloway Circus, Birmingham, B1 1EQ. #Brum www.birminghampride.com 41

Culture - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 11:07 Page 1

Unforgettable performance, powered by you 0844 338 5000* birminghamhippodrome.com Prices and discounts subject to change, where applicable a 5% transaction charge (6% from 2 Jul 2018) may apply (excl. cash sales inperson), postage from £1.50.

Wishing Birmingham Pride a Happy 21st Birthday!

Wed 20 Sat 23 Jun

Tue 29 May - Sat 2 Jun

Mon 4 Sat 9 Jun

From £15

From £17

Tue 26 Jun - Sun 1 Jul

Tue 3 Jul Sat 8 Sep

Tue 11 Sat 15 Sep

£18

From £30

From £12

Wed 10 Oct - Sat 3 Nov

Mon 5 Sat 10 Nov

Mon 11 Sat 23 Mar

From £29.50

From £18

From £26

Polarity & Proximity

From £10

Culture - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 11:08 Page 2

What’s On across the city...

Birmingham Pride takes place in the heart of the city’s Southside district, in and around the Gay Village and alongside one of the UK’s largest theatres, the Birmingham Hippodrome.

Just a short stroll from the Gay Village are numerous other theatres/arts venues that are well worth a visit. These include the New Alexandra Theatre, the Birmingham REP, Birmingham Town Hall and the prestigious Symphony Hall.

For art enthusiasts, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery is a must, while those in need of sustenance can check out some of the city’s ever-popular restaurants, cafes and cocktail bars.

City of Culture

Ginger Johnson presents Glamorous Gran And Other Tall Stories Symphony Hall, Sun 27 May One for younger Pride audiences, this Symphony Hall gig sees ‘nightmare in nylons and drag superstar’ Ginger Johnson recount a series of ‘hilarious’ stories for switched-on kids, all of which just happen to feature a host of queer characters.

Legally Blonde New Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham, Mon 21 - Sat 26 May X Factor finalist Lucie Jones takes the lead in this tonguein-cheek musical based on the hit movie starring Reese Witherspoon. If you’re not familiar with the storyline, the toe-tapping production follows the story of college sweetheart and homecoming queen Elle Woods, a girl who just doesn’t take no for an answer...

Giggle Pride The Fox, Mon 28 May What better way to round off your Pride weekend than by enjoying a night of comedy at The Fox. Hosted by everpopular stand-up comedian, actor and ‘globetrotter’ Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, Sat 16 June Maureen Younger, this year’s BGSO is one of the UK’s most vibrant non-professional offering promises plenty of orchestras. This landmark 10th anniversary concert sees laughs courtesy of Jayde Jack Lovell picking up the baton to present a programme Adams, Chloe Petts and Isma. of iconic soundtracks, with John Williams’ score to The evening also includes a Jurassic Park, the theme tune from Spartacus and unique performance from The Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake all featuring.

Ukelezzas. #Brum www.birminghampride.com 43

Birmingham Gay Symphony Orchestra 10th Anniversary Concert

Culture - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 12:06 Page 3

44 www.birminghampride.com #Brum

Culture - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 12:06 Page 4

City of Culture Romeo & Juliet Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon, until Fri 21 September The world’s most famous love story is given a contemporary setting in this new Royal Shakespeare Company production starring Midlands lad Bally Gill as Romeo.

Audiences can expect plenty of strobe lighting in a story that sees love at first sight explode into an intense passion and an irresistible desire for change.

Goldilock, Stock And Three Smoking Bears Old Joint Stock Theatre, Wed 23 - Fri 25 May This well-reviewed alternative comedy takes the much-loved fairytale about a blonde girl’s run-in with a family of bears and adds in a liberal dose of inspiration from Guy Ritchie’s 1990s gangster movie, Lock, Stock And Two Smoking Barrels. Blending songs and in-jokes with rude’n’racy humour, the show finds silver-tongued heroine Goldilock on the run from a pack of bears and a far-from-happy gangster. Expect multiple plot threads and plenty of cockney chit-chat...

Concubine

Titanic The Musical

Birmingham Hippodrome, Mon 4 - Sat 9 June Based on real people aboard the most legendary ship in the world, Titanic The Musical is described as ‘a stunning and stirring production focusing on the hopes, dreams and aspirations of her passengers, who each boarded with stories and personal ambitions of their own.’

This new production is helmed by the Birmingham-born artistic director of Charing Cross Theatre, Thom Southerland. It visits the Midlands as part of a UK tour.

To find out what else is on during the Birmingham Pride weekend, check out whatsonlive.co.uk/birmingham

Birmingham Repertory Theatre, Thurs 31 May - Sat 2 June Human trafficking and female oppression are at the forefront of this powerful production from REP Foundry alumni Amarha Spence. Directed by Daniel Bailey, Concubine contemplates how women can still be ‘owned’ in modern society, and asks how much we are to blame. #Brum www.birminghampride.com 45

THT DPS Pride 2018.qxp_Layout 1 30/04/2018 11:16 Page 1

THT DPS Pride 2018.qxp_Layout 1 30/04/2018 11:16 Page 2

Shopping in Birmingham MM - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 16:06 Page 1

Shopping in Birmingham MM - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 18:20 Page 2

Birmingham’s Miss Penny highlights where to shop in the city

Miss Penny’s Shopping Highlights

Let’s Shop

Let the winner of ‘Best Cabaret Act’ selfridges’ in this year’s Midlands Zone Readers’ shoe gallery Awards guide you around the fantastic shopping scene in Birmingham!

The city offers everything you could want from a shopping destination. As well as its three major shopping centres Bullring, Grand Central and The Mailbox - the city also boasts a wealth of independent shops and boutiques, with Corporation Street featuring some of the biggest names on the high street. Just a short bus ride away is the iconic Jewellery Quarter, home to British jewellery.

Bullring Selfridges - East Mall One of the city’s most iconic landmarks, Selfridges comprises four floors of style, beauty and food. A haven for any men’s fashion devotee and a heaven for those wanting to look their best, Selfridges showcases the ultimate in luxury, with Valentino, Louis Vuitton and Balenciaga among key brands in store. If you have a shoe addiction, you can visit ‘The Shoe Galleries’ - a new addition to Selfridges 4th floor and a key destination for shoe lovers everywhere!

Barber Barber- LinkStreet If you’re in need of a ‘riah zhoosher’ for Pride weekend, then look no further than Barber Barber on LinkStreet (the walkway between Bullring and Grand Central).

The popular barbers offers a range of treatments, including precision beard sculpting, a traditional cut throat shave and the full works courtesy of The Ultimate Barber Barber Experience.

Heck, they may even have enough hairspray to sort Miss P’s bouffant!

kidswear, beauty and homeware across four levels, Debenhams’ must-visit attractions include the Make-Up Forever boutique on Level Three and Maisons du Monde which has just opened on Level 3

Diesel - Upper East Mall Need some new jeans? Then head for Diesel and check out the full apparel and denim range. Keep them tight - I like to see everything!

G-Star RAW - Upper West Mall Here’s another fab destination for anybody who’s into denim. G-Star RAW has a huge range of men’s and womenswear across two floors. They have great celeb collabs too, including the G-Star RAW Elwood X25 collection, designed by the hunky Pharrell Williams.

bullring

Irregular Choice - LinkStreet If you’re looking to put your best foot forward and stand out from the crowd, a visit to this shoe emporium is an absolute must.

Smashbox - Upper West Mall Primers, lipsticks, mascaras, contour kits - the list is endless and Smashbox has it all! The cosmetics store now has a new home in Birmingham, on Upper West Mall.

Swatch - Upper East Mall Keep an eye on the time with a new watch from Swatch! They have a huge range of styles and designs available in-store!

Debenhams- West Mall Featuring womenswear, menswear,

MISS PENNY

bullring

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 49

Shopping in Birmingham MM - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 16:06 Page 3

Shopping in Birmingham MM - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 16:06 Page 4

Miss Penny’s Shopping Highlights

Let’s Shop

JOHN LEWIS IN GRAND CENTRAL harvey nichols

Grand Central John Lewis Be sure to pop into this giant of a department store in Grand Central!

There’s something for everyone - and it’s right above Birmingham New Street train station, too!

Pylones This colourful retailer stocks delightful homeware, gifts and gadgets to please any shopper. Its unique French styling features quirky items for the outdoors and kitchen, as well as a range of children’s items.

The Mailbox Harvey Nichols The upmarket department store stocks many designer brands to help you look and feel great for Pride, including Gucci, Alexander McQueen, Tom Ford & Chanel.

Calvin Klein Looking for some new underwear for Pride weekend? Then check out the

BARBER BARBER IN THE BULLRING

latest ranges from the world’s leading designer underwear brand. There’s no shortage of sexy, cutting-edge products and innovative designs from which to choose.

Tommy Hilfiger Button-down shirts and time-honoured classics are the staple trend of this popular American brand. Collections include men’s and women’s sportswear, footwear and accessories.

Flint + Flint Looking for ‘a new you’? Or maybe you just fancy a bit of pampering over the Pride weekend? If so, check out this family-owned business. Boasting a wealth of experience in innovative skin treatments, their services include Microdermabrasion, skin peels and laser hair removal.

Elsewhere Urban Outfitters - Corporation St The American multinational lifestyle retail brand helps define fashion trends for today’s young adults. A great place to shop for affordable, quirky and retro items.

The Mailbox

H&M - New Street One of the brand’s flagship UK stores, this newly opened outlet, located in the city’s old BHS building, brings the best budget fashion to Brum. Did you know that H&M offers a garment-collecting scheme? Take along your unwanted clothes and textiles, and they’ll make sure everything is recycled.

Clonezone - Hurst Street No shopping feature would be complete without mention of Clonezone! It’s situated on the Birmingham Pride site, so be sure to pay a visit! #Brum www.birminghampride.com 51

Eating Out - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 17:05 Page 1

Staying Over

Over 8,000 beds to suit every taste!

Are you visiting Birmingham from elsewhere in the country? If so, there’s plenty of accommodation available in the city centre, with over 8,000 beds to suit every taste and budget.

Amongst the best places to stay is the stunning Radisson Blu, a 39-storey glass skyscraper or the totally refurbished Holiday Inn - both located on the outskirts of Birmingham’s gay village and just a fiveminute walk away from the weekend’s action.

Other nearby accommodation includes the luxury Staying Cool penthouse apartments at the top of the Rotunda, providing stunning views across the city.

If you’re on a tighter budget, the Ibis, Travelodge, Ibis Budget and Nite Nite are all just a stone’s throw from Birmingham’s gay village.

staying cool at

52 www.birminghampride.com #Brum

raddison blu

For a full list of Birmingham’s hotels and for more information about the city itself - visit www.visitbirmingham.com

Eating Out - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 17:05 Page 2

Eating Out comptoir libanais

No need to go hungry during Pride...

chung ying

the ivy

Birmingham offers plenty of choice when it comes to cuisine.

Over the past decade, Birmingham has earned itself an impressive reputation as a fantastic destination for foodies. Attracting both national and international food chains, the UK’s second city recently appeared in the New York Times’ top-20 list of international cities to visit based on culinary reputation.

Boasting four Michelin-star restaurants - Purnell’s, Simpsons, Adams and Carters - Birmingham recently became the destination of choice for iconic brand The Ivy to set up shop outside London.

The city also offers an abundance of choice when it comes to international cuisine, including Chinese, Indian, Italian, French, Spanish, South American and North American. Lebanese restaurant Comptoir Libanais, located in Grand Central, is the latest addition to Brum’s ‘flavours of the world’ offering.

Southside is home to Chinatown and provides plenty of options for those

wanting to grab food on the go.

Alternatively, why not bag a table at the award-winning Chung Ying, regarded as one of the most popular Chinese eateries in the Midlands.

on site, many of which will be offering healthy options.

For more restaurants, head to BirminghamWhatsOn.co.uk

The Loft on Bromsgrove Street is another Southside favourite. In addition to delicious homemade burgers, pizzas and a popular specials menu, the venue offers an extensive range of premium spirits, craft beer and cocktails. However, The Loft won’t be serving food on the Saturday or Sunday of Pride weekend.

If you fancy mixing a spot of weekend shopping with a bite to eat, head up to Grand Central, where you’ll find a host of well-known brands, including Pho, Giraffe, Tapas Revolution, Mowgli Street Food, Ed’s Easy Diner and Yo! Sushi.

Don’t worry if you don’t fancy venturing too far from the Pride festival action - there’ll be plenty of food outlets

the loft

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 53

VIP TICKETS - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 14:56 Page 1

VIP TICKETS - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 14:57 Page 2

Treat yourself to...

Get the VIP experience...

If you fancy attending Birmingham Pride in style, take a look at our fantastic VIP tickets! There’s a whole host of benefits that come with the tickets - check them out below:

l Meet-and-greet opportunities with selected artists PLEASE NOTE: meet-and-greets cannot be guaranteed

l A complimentary drink and also food served in the VIP lounge at the Penthouse (see map for location)

VIP and Premium Tickets

VOUCHERS for this are given to you at WRISTBAND EXCHANGE

l Main Stage & Cabaret Stage viewing areas at the front of the stages with bars for VIP/Premium Ticket Holders There’s a limited number of VIP tickets available - so grab yours while you can, as they’re proving popular!

or Premium tickets...

Want to be right at the front of the stage in our inner circle viewing area? Then this is the ticket for you!

l Main Stage & Cabaret Stage viewing areas at the front of the stages with bars for VIP/Premium Ticket Holders

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 55

Win a holiday for 2 - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 14:53 Page 1

PROUD TO BE THE OFFICIAL MEDIA PARTNER TO BIRMINGHAM PRIDE EVERY YEAR SINCE 1997!

C

B

THE UK’S BIGGEST REGIONAL GAY LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

PICK ME UP I’m FREE

THE UK’S BIGGEST REGIONAL GAY LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

WONDERFUL

PICK ME UP I’m FREE

THE UK’S BIGGEST REGIONAL GAY LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

PICK ME UP I’m FREE

WOMEN

MARCH 2018 ISSUE 251

Celebrating some of the Midlands’ most influential women

APRIL 2018 ISSUE 252

MAY 2018 ISSUE 253

Your winners revealed!

INSIDE! Your 68-page Birmingham Pride Guide

Flop or not?

How will the UK fare in 2018?

ds brings new show to the Midlan

First artists announced!

You reveal your Y Pride memories!

+

VIRAL SCENE GADGETS WHAT’S ON COMPETITIONS OMPETITIONS

Paloma Faith

+

Let’s talk about

Rob Ward talks about his gay boxing play

winner to and m Pride...

Birmingha appear at

The double platinum singer chats to Zone ahead of her Midlands tour dates

VIRAL SCENE GADGETS WHAT’S ON COMPETITIONS

The Gossip star headlines Birmingham Pride!

MIDLANDS

ZONE THE UK’S BIGGEST REGIONAL GAY LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

@midlandszone

/midlandszone

@midlandszone

www.midlandszone.co.uk

+

VIRAL SCENE GADGETS WHAT’S ON COMPETITIONS

Win a holiday for 2 - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 14:53 Page 2

A great chance to...

Manchester Airport, the UK’s third largest, is back on board with Birmingham Pride to be one of the sponsors for the next three years.

As part of the sponsorship, the UK’s global gateway in the North will be offering Birmingham Pride fans the opportunity to win a holiday of a lifetime to San Francisco, which is served by Virgin Atlantic and Thomas Cook Airlines.

The Prize includes a £2,000 travel voucher which can be redeemed for a Holiday to San Francisco from Manchester Airport for two people, including flights and accommodation.

The competition closes at midnight on Saturday 30 June, 2018.

All entries are subject to T&C's (see website for details).

WIN!

A holiday for 2 to San Francisco TO ENTE R:

Simply e nter you r name and ema il addres s on our website to be in with a chance o f winnin g at www.bir mingham pride.com Competitio n closes on Sat 30 June 2018

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 57

Volunteer p59 - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 17:07 Page 1

Volunteer p59 - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 17:07 Page 2

Volunteer at Pride Can you help and support Pride?

Volunteering provides people with an opportunity to shine, to make new friends, and also to play a part in ensuring that the Birmingham Pride festival is inclusive and open to all.

Our Pride Ambassadors scheme has been a huge success in recent years -

everyone who gets involved feels a real sense of community and achievement.

There are plenty of opportunities to participate, whether it be as a Parade Steward, a Wheel Marshall, a Registration Volunteer, part of the clean-up crew, or by Fundraising throughout the festival.

Be part of something that’s fun and varied, and show the Midlands how we pull together for Pride.

So if you’ve got a few hours to spare during the event and would like to find out more, register your interest now by emailing: simon@birminghampride.com

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 59

Access/Disabled info - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 16:21 Page 1

Access/Disabled info - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 16:21 Page 2

Disabled facilities at Pride

Accessible to all We’re fully committed to ensuring that Birmingham Pride is accessible to every visitor, all the time.

If you have any queries, or need assistance during your visit, just get in touch with a member of staff who will be happy to help.

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS DISABLED FACILITIES Birmingham Pride is accessible to wheelchair users.

Wheelchair users who have purchased a VIP or Premium Ticket will be able to admit one ticketed carer, which need to be applied for prior to the festival.

ASSISTANCE DOGS Assistance dogs are welcome at Birmingham Pride, however we strongly recommend not exposing animals to any arenas that could be particularly noisy.

You’ll find gender neutral, wheelchairaccessible toilets throughout the festival site. See our Pride Map for details of the location of the toilets.

ACCESSIBLE BIRMINGHAM It’s important to us that everyone visiting Birmingham Pride has the best possible experience the moment they arrive in Birmingham.

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES

For more information on blue badge parking, public transport guides and more, visit:

In the event of a medical emergency, please notify a member of security or any member of staff, steward or festival volunteer for assistance.

visitbirmingham.com/travel/accessiblebirmingham/

GAY VENUES ACCESS There’s a huge choice of venues to visit throughout the Pride weekend. All of them have their own accessibility policy.

Some offer elevators as well as ramps, disabled toilets and easy access to the outdoor and smoking areas. Please refer to each venues website for updated information on accessibility at their venue.

Alternatively, give them a call directly to find out how they can assist you.

A full list of ‘Gay Venues Supporting Pride’ with contact details can be found at www.birminghampride.com

For further information, visit www.birminghampride.com #Brum www.birminghampride.com 61

How To Find Us - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 11:35 Page 1

How To Find Us - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 11:35 Page 2

LOCAL TRAVEL ADVICE:

How to find us

If you are visiting the city, Network West Midlands provides journey planning and information for all public transport in the area. They have travel and ticket advice available at www.networkwestmidlands.com/birminghampride

BY COACH

Sat Nav Postcode B5 6RD

National Express www.nationalexpress.com National Express operates coach services to Birmingham from all major towns and cities across the UK. Please use the journey planner for cheap ticket deals and travel times.

BY BUS National Express West Midlands and other operators provide frequent bus services into Birmingham city centre from across the West Midlands.

To plan your bus journey visit http://journeyplanner.networkwestmidlands.com

BY TRAM Midland Metro operates up to every 6 minutes and provides fast and frequent journeys from Wolverhampton, West Bromwich and the Jewellery Quarter into Birmingham City Centre. http://nxbus.co.uk/the-metro/

BY TRAIN National Rail Enquiries www.nationalrailenquiries.co.uk West Midlands Railway www.westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/ Virgin Trains www.virgintrains.co.uk Chiltern Railways www.chilternrailways.co.uk ENGINEERING WORKS Please note there are rail improvement works between Birmingham and Coventry on Saturday 26 until Monday 28 May.

FROM NEW STREET TRAIN STATION • Exit the station onto Stephenson Street (new exit/entrance).

• Walk approx 300 yards to the road junction.

For the Gay Village: • Take a left at the road junction. Walk down to the traffic lights. Cross straight over onto Hurst Street.

• The Pride site entrance point and wristband exchange is 50 yards after you pass the Birmingham Hippodrome theatre.

For the parade: • Take a right at the road junction • Walk up to the top of Hill Street.

• Take a left and Victoria Square is on the right, in front of the Council House.

See if you can spot the Birmingham Pride coach around the city!

It’s kindly sponsored by National Express - our Official Travel Partner.

FROM THE M6

FROM THE M5

• From Junction 6 of the M6 follow the signs for Birmingham Central.

• Follow the A38 (M) for two miles (signs for the city centre).

• At the end of the motorway, take the flyover signed M5 South West.

• Coming off the flyover, pass under the tunnel, following signs for Inner Ring Road South.

• Take the next tunnel (Queensway).

• Follow signs for Bromsgrove A38, which takes you to a third underpass.

• On surfacing, get in the left-hand lane, take the 2nd left (Wrentham Street).

Go to the bottom, take a left, then third left. The Arcadian car park is on your left.

• From Junction 4, follow the signs for Birmingham along the A38 through Northfield and Selly Oak. • Going over the traffic lights at Bristol Street (McDonalds on your left), move into the left lane (signed BR New Street).

• Passing the 02 Academy on your left, move into the right-hand lane.

• Turn full circle at this roundabout (Holloway Circus).

• Take fourth left (Wrentham Street).

Go to the bottom, take a left, then third left.

The Arcadian car park is on your left.

Directly outside the car park is one of the entrances to the Pride site.

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 63

Useful Event Info - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 11:37 Page 1

Useful Event Info - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 30/04/2018 11:37 Page 2

Please read the following information carefully to get the maximum festival experience...

Do you have to buy a ticket/wristband to enjoy Pride?

You will need to purchase a TICKET/ WRISTBAND to enter the Birmingham Pride festival site. Children under five don’t need a wristband but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

If you don’t have a ticket/wristband, you will still be able to enjoy the Carnival Parade completely FREE of charge.

Do you have to be gay to attend?

No, you don’t! Birmingham Pride is a celebration of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community - but everyone is welcome to join in the fun.

However, any individuals who’re found to have been homophobic or transphobic will be ejected from the Pride site.

Anti-social or homophobic or transphobic behaviour Birmingham Pride operates a ZERO TOLERANCE policy towards antisocial or homophobic/transphobic behaviour. We reserve the right to eject anybody from the festival site.

Can we take alcohol and drinks into Pride?

No alcohol or glass can be taken on to the festival site.

Sealed plastic bottles of water are allowed. There will be lots of bars and catering within the site.

Are children welcome?

Pride at night from 9pm: 18+ ONLY After 9pm on both Saturday and Sunday, only visitors who’re over 18 will be permitted entry. We operate a Challenge 25 policy - so if you’re lucky enough to look under 25, please ensure that you bring appropriate ID. Anyone who’s under 18 is welcome to stay on the site after 9pm - but if they leave the site, they will not be able to gain re-entry after 9pm.

Wristbands will be required for access throughout the night. A Pride at Night Wristband is available to purchase at the entry gates after 9pm

Wristband information If you’ve purchased a ticket prior to the festival, you will need to exchange this ticket for a wristband on the day - please see the Site Map to find out where you should do this.

Wristbands must be securely fastened or may be void.

Wristbands must be intact, in one piece and worn at all times.

Torn or ripped wristbands will not be accepted for entry.

Lost wristbands will not be replaced under any circumstances - and if you aren’t wearing a valid wristband, you will be asked to leave the festival site.

Wristbands are not transferable between visitors.

Wristbands are required for drink purchases at all venues and outdoor bars within the main festival site.

We encourage families to attend Pride. Children under 14 must be accompanied at all times by an adult.

Disabled visitors

Children under 5 get FREE ENTRY so do not require a wristband (maximum of two children per parent or guardian).

The organisers of Birmingham Pride wish to make the festival inclusive for ALL and recognise the need for easy access throughout the event for

Useful Info disabled visitors.

There are various features in place to cater for those with accessibility needs who are coming to Birmingham Pride.

Visit our website below for further information.

VIP/Premium tickets Benefits to the holder of a VIP wristband include: > Meet-and-greet opportunities with selected artists. However, these cannot be guaranteed > VIP bar at The Penthouse > Main Stage: inner circle viewing area with a separate bar at the front > Cabaret Stage: inner circle viewing area with a separate bar at the front Benefits to the holder of a Premium wristband include: > Main Stage: inner circle viewing area with a separate bar at the front > Cabaret Stage: inner circle viewing area with a separate bar at the front

Where do any profits go?

Birmingham Pride is a very costly festival to stage and basic infrastructure costs spiral every year, which is one of the main reasons why we charge an entrance fee for the event.

However, Pride is a NOT-FOR-PROFIT organisation, and profits raised go to local LGBTQ and other charities and projects.

For further information, visit www.birminghampride.com

#Brum www.birminghampride.com 65

Thank You acknowledgements - Pride Guide 2018.qxp_Pride Guide RH 01/05/2018 14:58 Page 1

Thank You

Sponsors, supporters and friends A big thank you to all our principal partners and sponsors, without whose financial support Pride couldn’t go ahead, and to our in kind supporters and friends, who’ve made a significant contribution.

Principle Sponsor

Cabaret Marquee Sponsor

Sponsors, Partners and Friends

Midlands

ZONE

BIG THANKS to our sponsors, friends, supporters and the team HSBC UK Manchester Airport National Express West Midlands Diageo Capital Radio Barclays Arnold Clark Southside BID Midlands Zone Holiday Inn BBC WM Style Birmingham The Ticketsellers West Midlands Police West Midlands Fire Service

West Midlands Ambulance Service St. Johns Ambulance Festival Director Lawrence Barton

Security Mac Clarke More Secure Dave Thompson

Festival Administrator Simon Baker

Parade Floats Marty Smith Jason Green Tim Kavanagh

Entertainment Stages Programming David Nash Daniel Brown Simon Baker Conrad Guest Michael Felton Andrew King

Communications: Martin Monahan Brian O’Faolain Ryan Humphreys Sue Jones Aaron Child Twenty First Century Media Group

Birmingham LGBT Centre Community Programming Steph Keeble Contractors Eventmen Dynamite FX Fews Marquees Good with Wood Robert Green Tommy Wilson Funfair Events Team/ Health & Safety Terry Runcorn Garry Peal Clive Thompson Traffix

Volunteers & Pride Ambassadors A very big thank you to Tom Dallaway, Bobby Allen-Ford and our team of fantastic volunteers who have volunteered their time to this year’s festival Parade Participants A massive thank you to everyone who will be taking part in what is our BIGGEST ever Carnival Parade in our 21 year history - with

over 125 community groups, organisations, and companies taking part.

Supportive gay venues And finally, to the gay venues/business owners and managers highlighted on the Pride Map who have been supportive, and helped make this Pride Guide possible.

DATE FOR YOUR DIARY: Birmingham Pride 2019 will be held on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 May 2019 66 www.birminghampride.com #Brum

THSH F/P Pride 2018.qxp_Layout 1 23/04/2018 18:55 Page 1

Bullring F/P Pride 2018.qxp_Layout 1 23/04/2018 18:54 Page 1