Danny Beard one of the key names heading to Gateshead as town celebrates Pride events
Drag Race star Danny Beard is set to be one of the celebrities heading to Gateshead as Tyneside’s Pride celebrations continue.
This year will see a series of events taking place across the town throughout August as LGBTQI+ events continue on Tyneside after the success of Northern Pride in July.
Kicking off at the Metrocentre on Saturday, August 2, the series of events will culminate with a live show at Baltic Square on the banks of the Tyne on the final Saturday of the month.
The final event will see performances from RuPaul's Drag Race winner Danny Beard, Union J’s Jaymi Hensley, Betty Boo and more.
Event organisers are telling visitors to expect glitter, glam, and a massive pop-fuelled soundtrack - all hosted by the legendary drag queen Ophelia Balls with help from Pride Radio.
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While the event is completely free to attend, advance ticket registration is advices due to the limited capacity of the site.
The line-up also features powerhouse vocalist Lorraine Crosby, show-stopping local talent The Tipsy Divas, acclaimed tribute act The UK’s number one Olly Alexander, and rising stars The Future is Queer.