The London Fringe Festival in partnership with the Pride London Festival is proud to bring comedian Paul Hutcheson back to his hometown for one night only on June 1st, 2012. With opening act, Kathleen Phillips, Paul will entertain crowds with his solo act that he has been doing for almost a decade. Representatives from each Festival will be on hand to provide information about their upcoming events and initiatives. All proceeds of the event will go to assist the Festivals to continue their efforts to raise awareness in the London community.
June 1st, 2012 McManus Studio, 471 Richmond Street Tickets are $20http://www.londonfringe.ca/events/paul-hutcheson-homecoming-ii
Paul has criss-crossed Canada and the United States entertaining crowds with his autobiography and story-telling style that surely will not disappoint since it premiered in 2003 at The Winnipeg International Fringe Festival. Paul has become a queer Ambassador whose humour can make us laugh but also reflect on some of the profound things he discusses. It is suggested that audiences be prepared because Paul creates a nuance of humour and sexuality that is not available in any regular theatre setting.
Paul produces of a number of diverse shows that include comedy and cabaret. Paul has a B.A in Drama in Education from the University of Windsor and is certified by the Second City Conservatory Program. It is the pleasure of the London Fringe Festival and the Pride London Festival to welcome Paul back to London for this one night only performance.
London Fringe Festival
The London Fringe Festival returns for our 13th year, June 6 – 17, 2012. With 45 theatre companies, 35 visual artists, and an all night contemporary arts extravaganza, Nuit Blanche London on June 16th, this year’s Fringe is not to be missed. Join us and Get Lucky at the Fringe! www.londonfringe.ca
The Rainbow Leadership Award for Youth honours an area high school student for accomplishments and contributions he or she has made to the community, whether this is at home, school, religious institution, athletic or academic team, or another social group.
Candidates must be on track to graduate in the 2011/12 academic year, balance being a student and a leader while demonstrating a commitment or significant contribution to developing tolerance and acceptance of London and the surrounding area’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and two-spirited people, their supporters, or any community group represented under the diverse Rainbow banner.
Consideration will be given to academic performance and personal or financial hardship. Nominations are being accepted on behalf of youth living within the regions of the Thames Valley District School Board; London District Catholic School Board, Conseil scolaire Viamonde, Conseil scolaire de district des écoles catholiques du Sud-Ouest, including other area educational institutions and youth organizations.
The recipient will receive a certificate accompanied by a monetary payment towards his/her tuition at a Canadian postsecondary educational institution. The award will be presented as part of Pride London 2012 festivities.
Award made possible through the Rainbow Youth Fund, a fund held at London Community Foundation.
Pride London Festival, the London Community Foundation, and members of London’s LGBT2 Community are pleased to present the Rainbow Leadership Award for Youth, please complete the application and send by mail to Rainbow Leadership Award for Youth Committee, c/o 188 John Street, London, ON, N6A 1P1, by Friday June 1, 2012
The fund that supports this award is a donor advised fund called the Rainbow Youth Bursary Fund. It is an endowed fund within London Community Foundation meaning that once a donation to this fund is received, the donation is endowed here. However, as a donor advised fund, the donors advise where the annual disbursements or grants, go. Donations to this fund can be received online or by cheque to Rainbow Youth Fund c/o London Community Foundation or cash. People can also name this fund as a beneficiary in their Will’s. We receipt any donation over $20.
Donate to the Rainbow Youth Bursary Fund: Donation Form
Donate to the Rainbow Youth Bursary Fund at the London Community Foundation: Donate Now
July 24, 2012
The Arts Project
203 Dundas St., London, ON
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Featuring: Sky Gilbert, Mel Bossa and Alison Wearing
That’s right folks! This Pride is moving out of the parking lot and into Victoria Park. While not all details have been finalized we can confirm that the Festival this year will be taking place in the Park and you can expect to see some great performers, participate in some great activities and have a whole lot of fun! Once we have details finalized we will share them with you and remember to follow us on facebook and twitter!
Watch for the Pride Guide which will be available mid-May.
Thank you!
“The Pledge is a community-wide initiative that seeks to raise the public consciousness about bullying – in schools, at work and at home.
With the support of our caring individuals – in schools, businesses, non-profit organizations and the media – we can have an impact. It really doesn’t take much to show kindness. Lend your voice. Take The Pledge and help bring an end to bullying!”
2011 – 2012 Pride London Festival Board of Directors
Secretary – Chad Callander – chad@pridelondon.ca
Congratulations to the new Board!!