Friday September 16
ALIVE AND SWINGING WITH MARILYN MONROE
KOMEDIA/BRIGHTON
Brighton's Komedia comedy club plays host to a Marilyn
resurrection this weekend. Watch as the iconic blonde is reunited
with the likes of Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra to dance away
their final night on Earth. It's an entertainment act, not a
séance, so expect cabaret, showbiz and swing in a night of epic
performance.
bit.ly/ALIVESWING
Saturday September 17
ALTERNATIVE FAMILIES SHOW
COVENT GARDEN/LONDON
Where do I start? What are my rights? What will the children
call their parents? Unmissable for any gay couple looking to have
their questions on starting a family answered, this event will give
you a chance to demystify the process of starting a family. In
partnership with gay charity Stonewall, the seminar has a line-up
of expert speakers and exhibits.
www.alternativefamiliesshow.com
THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK
VANILLA/MANCHESTER
Join Murray & Tink at one of Manchester's leading lesbian
venues, Vanilla, for a night of space odyssey. With two drinks only
setting you back a fiver, it look sure to be a messy night!
www.vanillagirls.co.uk
Sunday September 18
SUPERLOVERS
PROFILE/LONDON
Alexis Houston (pictured), Whitney's
less-famous-but-more-beautiful sister, makes a guest appearance as
a live act at this loved-up bash. Lo-han and Logan Presents have
joined forces to bring you this Soho Pink Sunday special. Expect
DJ's, booze and lots of fun. And maybe a rendition of big
sister's 'I will always love you.'
bit.ly/oX3hCb
OUT AT THE PICTURES
BFI SOUTHBANK/LONDON
The gay and lesbian film season continues this week with
Silkwood, a film based on the true story of a woman who blew the
whistle on safety practices at a nuclear power plant. Meryl Streep
plays Karen Silkwood in the title role while popstar Cher shines as
Dolly, the lesbian best friend with a crush on Karen.
bit.ly/SILKWOOD
