Festival

PRIDE 2025 at Dugdale Arts Centre

Dates and times

14 June-4 July

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This Pride season, we are diving into the rich world of queer performance, from drag and comedy to burlesque and cabaret, we explore how these art forms have long been spaces of liberation, resistance, and community. Created in collaboration with incredible Queer, Black and POC artists, our diverse programme centres the voices and experiences that have shaped and propelled the LGBTQ+ movement.

Sat 14 June 12-7:30pm 

Get Creative: Queer Performance

In partnership with Proud North London

A day of workshops celebrating the power of self-expression and the art of authentic storytelling. Queer performance isn’t just art – it’s a powerful act of visibility, reclaiming narratives and breaking boundaries. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just curious to explore, come connect, create, and celebrate the beauty of being unapologetically yourself.

Click here to book programme.


Fri 27 June 6-7pm 

Panel: Queer Performance with Harem of No One

Harem of No One, the drag and LGBTQIA+ performance collective of Turkish, Kurdish, Cypriot and SWANA heritages will be welcoming a panel of performers and community leaders to talk about how performance can be used to connect with cultural identities and build bridges between various communities. Click here to book your free ticket.

Fri 27 June 6-10pm

DAC After Hours: The Cocoa Butter Club's Sadie Sinner

Founder of award-winning performance company, The Cocoa Butter Club, Sadie Sinner hosts an evening showcasing and celebrating queer performers of colour at everyone’s favourite Friday night.
Featuring DJ Shafire. Click here to book your free ticket.

Fri 4 July 4-8pm

Pre-Pride in London Meet-Up

In partnership with Proud North London

If you’re heading to Pride in London and want to meet some friendly faces before the big day, come join Proud North London for a pre-Pride hangout! We’ll be making T-shirts, painting signs, and getting into the spirit before we hit the streets together. Whether you’re coming solo or with a few friends, this is a great way to find your crew, share some creative energy, and head to the march with confidence. Click here for more.