MAN UP, the biggest and boldest Drag King battle in all of Europe is BACK!
It’s time to explore our glorious KINGDOM once again, this time at THE DIVINE, Dalston’s queer hotspot.
Join us for Season 8 as we throw down the gauntlet and search for our heroic new leader over a muscle-bound 8 weeks.
Expect to witness show-stopping talent including performance art, comedy, song, spoken word, clowning and, of course, lip-synching! The winner will be awarded £1000, but as always, the contest is a great springboard for new talent to perform at The Divine and the grand finale at The Clapham Grand!
Each week we invite performers, journalists, Man Up Alumni, and celebs to judge and celebrate the contestants along with your hosts Chiyo & Cyro, who will preside over the proceedings.
Get your show, get your costume, and get on that stage… it’s all down to you to MAN UP!
To register your interest in competing, receive full instructions and to book your place in one of our heats please email: drag@thedivine.co.uk
HEAT DATES:
Heat 1: 13th March
Heat 2: 20th March
Heat 3: 27th March
Heat 4: 3rd April
Heat 5: 10th April
Heat 6: 17th April
Heat 7: 24th April
Heat 8: 1st May
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Doors: 5pm
Show: 8pm sharp
FREE ENTRY
Please note: there is very limited seating so arrive extra early
ACCESS:
Sadly, The Divine is currently not fully accessible.
The heats for Man Up will be in the basement club space because we do not have a licence for performance in the main bar which is on the ground floor. There will be approx. 20 seats for customers and competitors to watch the show. The rest is standing only.
There are 17 wide steps with slip resistant treads down to the space with sturdy handrails either side. There are two steps up to the stage.
If you need further information, please refer to our about page.
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Poster @joshquinton
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THIS EVENT IS IN THE DIVINE BASEMENT
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