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Rolling with Pride: The story of our floats
When the Manchester Proud Chorus marches in this year’s Manchester Pride parade, it’ll be difficult to miss us and our truck, blaring out our songs as we weave through Manchester city centre. But as Paul Johnson (Tenor 1, he/him) remembers, that wasn’t always the case: It started with “walk and no sing”. No wheels, but…
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Why celebrating LGBTQ+ month every February in the UK is important?
LGBTQ+ History Month, celebrated every February in the UK, is a time to reflect on the past, celebrate progress, and push for true equality. While society has made strides in LGBTQ+ rights, challenges remain, making this month as important as ever. Honouring the Past This month recognizes the struggles and victories of LGBTQ+ activists. From…
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Celebrating 25 Years of Harmony: A Milestone for our LGBTQ Choir and Our Community
As we celebrate our choir’s 25th anniversary, we honour its growth, the power of music, and the progress of the LGBTQ community. What began as a small gathering of people has become a symbol of unity and pride. For 25 years, the choir has provided a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQ individuals to express themselves…
Read updates from members of the Manchester Proud Chorus here.
