City of Queer Hope: New creative space from the Partisan Collective

New group the Partisan Collective is launching a temporary creative space in the city centre. The group want this to be a place for culture, political activism and DIY art. To mark this launch, they are hosting City of Queer Hope, a day-long event in support of LGBT+ politics in Manchester. The day begins with a panel discussion on the role of art and culture in queer political life. This will be followed by a screening of the documentary Screaming Queens, which is about the transgender women who fought against police harassment in 1960s’ San Francisco. The evening’s entertainment will be Homerpalooza, a Simpsons-themed disco. Expect songs from the show, pop-up performances, burlesque and drag. The suggested donation for the event is £2 – £10, depending on your income. All proceeds will go towards paying the performers and also the establishment of a more permanent creative space. There will also be a separate after party at Hidden’s Homo Electric night.

Sat 28 May, Fourth Floor, 3Space Building, Mount Street, Manchester, M2 3NN, 2pm – 9pm, £2 – £10, www.facebook.com

After party: Sat 28 May, Hidden, DownTex Mill, 16-18 Mary Street, Manchester, M3 1DZ, 10pm – 4am, £12, www.skiddle.com