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Why is G-A-Y so S-T-R-A-I-G-H-T?

Why is G-A-Y so S-T-R-A-I-G-H-T?

The Mancunion discusses the nuances of the presence of straight people in Gay Village, and the potential appropriation of the historic queer space
Manchester on the Screen

Manchester on the Screen

“…this is set in Manchester!”
Canal Street and beyond: The highlights of Manchester’s gay scene

Canal Street and beyond: The highlights of Manchester’s gay scene

Manchester is home to the world famous Gay Village with various hotspots for a fabulous night out. Get the rundown on the gay scene and what bars to dance the night away to
Review: Stump (UMDS)

Review: Stump (UMDS)

The Mancunion reviews Stum, performed by the University of Manchester Drama Society at The Brewers in Gay Village
Live Review: Marlon Williams dazzled with a surprisingly theatrical show

Live Review: Marlon Williams dazzled with a surprisingly theatrical show

New Zealand native Marlon Williams gives a show to remember at his latest Manchester gig. Alongside confessions of love, and support from fellow kiwi artists, Williams is one to look out for
Are you G-A-Y enough?

Are you G-A-Y enough?

A Mancunion investigation has revealed that G-A-Y’s bouncers are allegedly judging clubbers on whether they are ‘gay enough’ to enter the club
Council commisssion review of Gay Village

Council commisssion review of Gay Village

In a bid to better understand the significance of Gay Village to the community, Manchester City Council have created a survey to establish its significance
Review: El Camino at The Cotton Factory, Whitworth Locke

Review: El Camino at The Cotton Factory, Whitworth Locke

El Camino is new, in a good location, relatively cheap, and not without its faults
Manchester Pride Bosses uphold decision to escalate ticket prices following backlash from fans

Manchester Pride Bosses uphold decision to escalate ticket prices following backlash from fans

Supporters are facing ticket prices of over £70 for weekend passes
Manchester Pride adds Mayfield to roster

Manchester Pride adds Mayfield to roster

The site has been expanded and new events added
A new Queer-a? The loss of place for Manchester Pride

A new Queer-a? The loss of place for Manchester Pride

Sam Brougham discusses the relocation of the Pride festival in Manchester away from Canal Street due to planned redevelopments and what this means for the LGBTQ+ communities who have celebrated there for decades.

Can language eliminate discrimination?

With the word ‘cisgender’ established in the dictionary, does the term help or hinder the cause for transgender and other LGBT+ people?