International Women’s Day 2012 – CONNECTING GIRLS, INSPIRING FUTURES

Each year around the world, International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated on March 8. Thousands of events occur not just on this day but throughout March to mark the economic, political and social achievements of women. IWD provides a common day for globally recognising and applauding women’s achievements as well as for observing and highlighting gender inequalities and issues. IWD 2012 Plymouth There...

March 2nd, 2012 by Pride in Plymouth 
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L-Fest 2012 – The UKs No. 1 Weekend Lesbian Festival

IT'S ONE 'L OF A WEEKEND! 13th - 16th July 2012 L-Fest returns to the Shropshire County Showground for another weekend of Life, Love, Laughs and Ladies. Camping is included in the fantastic weekend ticket price. If you want to bring a Camper, that’s fine, it won’t cost you a penny more. Tents, campers and touring caravans are all welcome to this large showground in Shropshire. Set...

February 24th, 2012 by Pride in Plymouth 
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Pride in Plymouth website updates February 2012

I have been squirrelling away on the Pride in Plymouth website bringing content up to date and doing a bit of general housekeeping. Theatre and Performing Arts page: A selection of shows coming up at the Theatre Royal are featured with a link to the Spring 2012 season brochure Ceri Dupree – ‘The Ladies I Love’ show added Barbican Theatre – Flourish Fridays http://www.prideinplymouth.org.uk/our-city/theatre-performing-arts City...

February 18th, 2012 by Mark 
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It Does Get Better – The L Project Charity Single is Out

  Buy the single now! iTunes Amazon   The L Project single “It Does Get Better” aims to help raise awareness and money for charities which work to prevent LGBT bullying among young people. The Charities: Diversity Role Models – http://www.diversityrolemodels.org Stonewall – http://www.stonewall.org.uk The song – words and music written by Georgey Payne, is...

February 11th, 2012 by Pride in Plymouth 
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Dolly Delights – Stocking Filler – 1st December

Dolly Delights returns to Annabel’s Cabaret & Discotheque for its christmas special and last one of the year! Bi-monthly sell out burlesque showcase. Expect comedic mayhem, Elves, Christmas cheer, toys, gifts, Santa, grinch, fairies, wonderful stocking fillers and a whole lotta fun! The Hostess with the mostess Lily Belle will be sharing the festive sparkle. Kitty’s Dolls Burlesque...

November 22nd, 2011 by Pride in Plymouth 
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Christmas in Plymouth 2011- The Barbican

Now that the lights have been switched on, the Piazza has been turned into a Winter Wonderland and there is a real buzz in the City Centre it must be Christmas. The Barbican Christmas Christmas on the Barbican is always quite special in Plymouth and this year is no exception, the lights may not be as bright (but they are funky blue) and the decoration more minimalist. The thriving atmosphere in the...

November 21st, 2011 by Pride in Plymouth 

13th Plymouth RESPECT FESTIVAL Sat 29th Sun 30th October 2011

Global musicians will be featuring at this year’s 13th annual Plymouth Respect Festival, taking place on Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th October at Plymouth Guildhall. The packed line-up promises to deliver that rich mix of music, cultures and experiences that the Plymouth Respect Festival is famed for. This year the event will kick off with Rhythms 4 Respect, an evening of dance and music, on...

October 19th, 2011 by Pride in Plymouth 
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Dolly Delights 9 to 5 – Annabel’s Cabaret 6th October 2011

Bi-monthly sell out burlesque showcase. What do these girls get up to at 9to5? Expect comedic mayhem, working girls, the daily grind, superheroes, goody two shoes, footballers wives, the rebels and a whole lotta fun! The Hostess with the mostess Lily Belle will be sharing the summer loveliness! Thursday 6th October Annabel’s Cabaret & Discotheque Vauxhall Street Plymouth, United Kingdom Featuring...

September 27th, 2011 by Pride in Plymouth 
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British Art Show 7 Opens this weekend in Plymouth

As the America’s cup draws to a close with more spectacular racing over the weekend and fantastic FREE entertainment including Seth Lakeman tonight (Fri 16th Sept 2011) at 8.30pm, the British Art Show 7 opens in the city. Seth Lakeman is widely regarded as the UK’s foremost folk singer songwriter. Having come to wider public attention following his Mercury nominated Kitty Jay album in 2005,...

September 16th, 2011 by Pride in Plymouth 
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The America’s Cup has arrived – Some amazing events going on in Plymouth

Live schedule Saturday 10 September 11am The Base shops, food and beverage stands, and the Simulator open on the Hoe 12 noon Ska/reggae band Too Hot 2pm Racing begins (time approximate and according to conditions) 6pm Singer/songwriter Ruarri Joseph 8pm Race highlights and athlete interviews from the stage 8.30pm Singer Newton Faulker Sunday 11 September 11am The Base shops, food and beverage stands,...

September 9th, 2011 by Pride in Plymouth 
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