Manchester Pride 2024 is officially underway with the Gay Village party kicking off proceedings
lit up with a congregation of celebration as revellers flocked into the city early to enjoy what is now one of the country’s biggest
Addressing the situation, he said:"There’s been quite a lot of noise as we run up to Pride this year, and there is always a lot of noise as we run up to Pride every year - we are proud, passionate people who have an idea of how Pride should be, what Pride should be, and how Pride can be better. Following the section, RuPaul’s Drag Race UK star Banskie brought the glamour with their curated runway fashion show in the Indoor Arena, with what they described as ‘the biggest show of my career'. Over on the Alan Turing Stage, in Sackville Gardens, Lady Bushra hosted a line-up of local musicians and drag performers like OneDa and Violet Blonde, whilst bringing her own slice of comedy and wit to proceedings before Keala Settle wowed crowds with the poignant This Is Me.
Following up, headliner Jessie J took to the stage in a dark blue number as she opened with the attitude-packed Do It Like A Dude. Informing the crowd of her show rules which involved enjoying yourself, taking pictures , and being nice to your neighbours, she continued the impressive set with the likes of Laserlight and Burnin' Up as well as fan favourites Price Tag and Bang, Bang.
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