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UK LGBT EVENTS - Polari: A Very Polari Christmas – London Southbank Centre
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Polari: A Very Polari Christmas – London Southbank Centre

Paul Bailey heads the bill at a seasonal edition of our LGBT literary salon. The award-winning author's many books include The Prince's Boy, Chapman's Odyssey and biographies of Quentin Crisp and Arthur Marshall. The evening features readings from Andrea Stuart, Paula Varjack and VG Lee, and live music from Marcus Reeves. Expect festive sparkle for the final Polari outing of 2015. Tonight also marks the end of the Polari National Tour, funded by Arts Council England. Level 5 Function Room at Royal Festival Hall For ages 18+ Please note that Polari contains adult themes.

Tickets : £ 5 Tickets

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SE1 8XX

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