Queer Theory: Govanhill Festival

Schedule

Fri, 14 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 am

UTC+01:00
Location

The Rum Shack | Glasgow, SC

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Come join us for another riotous cabaret celebrating Glasgow’s gorgest gaybourhood!


LINEUP:

Sally TM (high fashion diva of RPDR UK S7)

Niki Rush (unhinged hostess & hot mess)

Sean by Mercy (haunting & poetic pop rock from 6 piece band fronted by Sean Lionadh)

Simon Hot Mess (DJ serving disco, house, hi-nrg & more)

Mamoru Iriguchi (performance/theatre maker)

Siân Baxter (stand up comedian)

Lady Red Ego (spoken word) 

Maz Phantasm (solo set from Maz of psychedelic punk band the Phantasms)


~ SCHEDULE ~

7.30-11 Cabaret

11-1 DJ Simon Hot Mess


Govanhill International Festival & Carnival:

GIFC is a community-led, anti-racist civic celebration. It brings together diverse voices across cultures, languages and generations to nurture a fairer and more connected neighbourhood. For more information and to check the festival programme head to: https://govanhillbaths.com/what-we-do/gifc/

We're proud to be returning to the festival for our 4th year in a row with support from the Creative Neighbourhoods Grant.


Accessibility: The show is taking place in the basement venue which is only accessible by stairs. There will be a mixture of seating and standing; seats can be reserved if required. The Rum Shack doesn’t tolerate any discrimination or harassment. Venue toilets will be gender neutral. If you have any issues on the night please contact us, the door stewards or the bar staff. 

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Where is it happening?

The Rum Shack, 657-659 Pollokshaws Rd, Glasgow G41 2AB, United Kingdom, Glasgow

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