Southend Pride starts on Saturday

SOUTHEND Pride begins this Saturday with a whole series of events that will take place all week, the main message being "everyone is welcome".

Dan Turpin, president of Southend Pride, explains that this is the first time the festival will be held locally in 15 years!

He returns as part of the Southend Festival presented by the Southend BID, who has won a number of events established under his umbrella name in an effort to raise the profile of the city and "put it on the cultural map ".

Dan said, "We have a great positive and diverse community in our city and we want Southend Pride to be inclusive and positive, no matter what your sexuality – no matter – everyone is welcome!

"We are really excited that we have a whole week of brilliant events and acts, we are focusing on local artists, but we are also delighted to say that special guests from the world are here. Outside come to the parade, even though I do not have the right to say who they are still.

"There have been negative reports about the events that took place at London Pride, about the extremist groups that targeted the event, Southend could be a target, but we hope not! And show That's not what Southend means! Southend is open to all and concerns inclusion at all levels! Everyone is welcome to Southend!

The week will include poetry, film, festive evenings and many others, culminating in a parade and festival to be held on Saturday, July 21 in Southend and will end at Warrior Square.

All Southend Pride events are free, but a donation basket will be distributed for the Southend Pride 2019 collection.

Saturday, July 14

20h – 01h

Proud opening night

The Railway Hotel, Clifftown Road, Southend

"For our opening night, we go back in time to celebrate 50 years of culture, nightlife and LGBT music. Think Fire Island, New York, San Francisco, Miami, London … Disco ! Funk, Soul, High Energy, Electronica 80s, House and Techno There will be two floors of music with disco and dance music in the bar and something a little tougher on the upstairs.

DJs in the bar are Gavin Page, Adrian Pel, Rob T and Sean Moriarty (doing a disco ensemble).

Proudly presenting a live set in the bar, electronic legends of the 1980s, Marlow!

The top DJs are Tony Pontius (Spatial Awareness) and Steve Zorro.

Drag queen hostess and MC is Sofonda Cox.

We will have a sound at the forefront of technology, whatever the lighting that we can do and surprise … "

Sunday, July 15th

5:30 pm – 10 pm

Pride Sunday Cinema

Kings Road URC Crowstone Road, Westcliff

"A special Southend Pride Sunday cinema at Kings Road URC, a screening of two great LGBT + Moonlight films and a Fantastic Woman with a round table afterwards."

Monday, July 16th

19: 30-22: 30

Pride Poetry Evening

Utopia Coffee Shop, The Royals, Southend

"Southend LBGTQ + poets and writers will do their job in a relaxed and welcoming environment.Everyone is welcome – allies included.Enjoy a tea or coffee, listen to poetry and celebrate the rainbow of our community.

Up to now, Line Archer, Alexa Barrett, Rachel Dalton, Emy-Lee Parsons, Jake Penny, Ren Stedman and Toska Wilde, led by Cat Howe and sponsored by Utopia.

Tuesday, July 19th

6.30 pm – 10.30 pm

You make yourself – the event under 18 years old.

Twenty-one, approaching the pier, Southend

"Figuring It Out is pleased to announce that it will host a blender event as part of the Southend Pride Week! Please note that this event is open only to those aged 11 to 17 years old. July 17, 2018. "

Wednesday, July 18th

19: 30-22: 30

Park Inn by Radisson Palace, Church Rd, Southend

Pride Comedy Night in association with Southend Comedy Festival.

"The British Got Talent 2018 Runner Up Robert White spends only one night at the head of the Southend Pride Comedy Special at Park Inn Palace, a show that is part of our Free Fringe. Joey Bambino and John Pendal join the bill.

The seat is not allocated. Tickets must be reserved. "

Thursday, July 19th

8 pm-9pm

Inclusive Church – Baptist Church Avenue, Southend

"Baptist churches of Southend set up a special Pride service open to all at Baptist Church Avenue."

Friday, July 20th

8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Drag Kings against Queens

The Alex Alexandra Street, Southend

Over 18 years old only

"The Liberal Army needs its best and brightest stars – but who will make the cut? Join Joey Bambino and his lovely co-host Jessica Rammit for a night of the most beautiful kings and queens fighting for their right to be disgusting!

"Line up: Representative #TeamKing is Pride Got Talent 2018 Runner-Up, Max Legroom Max was alternately described as" What did I just watch? "And" Oh my god " I think I started laughing. "This drag prince serves you six feet of silliness and a reminder that when life goes down, spread your legs and fly away.

Our secret weapon for #TeamKing is the sensational Don One. Don One of Bir-ming-ham will lead you through a collection of hymns that you will not be able to stop singing. Finished with some funny one-liners for a lot of laughs and a show-stop performance that you will not forget!

Joining #TeamQueen is the wonderful Asia Thorne. Miss Asia Thorne is an exotic beauty from the Philippines. She burst onto the Singapore drag scene as part of the Vajayjays girl band and is part of Singapore's legendary Haus of Stars. She is the current winner of the Miss Posh contest.
[#19659002] In closing #TeamQueen, Essex was born and raised Queen of Spice, Saffron Slayter – a high energy camp, a high camp, all the singers, dancers and synchronizing killer of Chelmsford's lips. After starting to slide a little over a year ago, she is already a force to be reckoned with, performing concerts around Essex, Kent and London. It can often be found by usurping the identity of your favorite characters and TV cartoons or by spicing up the way of a live cabaret. However, she can still be found on Instagram under @saffronslayter. So join the "Saffans" and get ready for #StaySpicy. So which side are you on? "

Saturday, July 21st

12h-12h30

Pride Parade

Southend High Street

"Our Pride Parade will be formed on Place Royale and will go up the High Street and disperse into the gardens of Warrior Square, waiting for color, pride and joy."

Saturday, July 21st

12h – 20h

Festival of Pride

Gardens of Warrior Square, Southend

"A fun family day to celebrate Southend's first pride, with a main stage, a bar, food vendors and community organizations, and a party with choirs, singers and special guests."

Saturday, July 21st

5 pm – 3 pm

Official closing evening of the Southend pride,

The Cliff Pub, Hamlet Road, Southend.

"The only full-time pub in Essex LBGT The Cliff Pub is proud to support Southend Pride 2018. Welcoming the post-party party of Southend Pride after a period of celebration of the freedom of the city. Equality and a spirit of pride of sharing Love and respect for all! The doors open at 5pm and will stay open until 3am, celebrating equality for all! With all Gay classic hits, the latest tunes and floor fillings will be a night not to be missed! "