This event is being held on the stolen, ancestral territories of the Musqueam, Skxwú7mesh-ulh, and Tsleil-Waututh nations. As we live and organize queer space as settlers on these lands, we have an obligation to continuously work to repair harms perpetrated upon Indigenous communities, presently and historically. Settler colonialism has brought (and continues to bring) untold violence to these lands, via unlawful resource extraction, racism in medical and foster care systems, and the intergenerational trauma of residential schools. One way we will strive to give back to and support these communities is by donating a portion of proceeds from this event to Healing in Colour, a resource platform for BIPOC and directory of BIPOC therapists with anti-oppression values.

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Never fear, May Musicals is here!!

It's been THREE YEARS since these throbbing thespians have thrown down the Broadway theatre theme, and the they/thems are BACK!

Because even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise... so look on the bright side of life, and let's rise and seize the gay day!

Follow every rainbow till you find your dream- especially if your dream is relentlessly queer renditions of famous (and infamous) musicals! All this and more, at Eastside Studios!

Man Up ~ May Musicals

hosted by Ponyboy!

WITH THE SLICKEST LINEUP THIS SIDE OF BROADWAY!!

🎼 Rose Butch

🎼 Maiden China

🎼 Toddy

🎼 Batty Banks

🎼 Continental Breakfast

🎼 Rich Elle

🎼 Shanda Leer

🎼 PM

🎼 Dong Ganisa

🎼 Count Caligula Von Cupid

🎼 Carrie Oki Doki

and music by Paisley Eva & Kota!

Artwork by Maya Bar-Élan

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Location: 550 Malkin Avenue

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>>> TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

⭐️ $15 Earlybird

⭐️ $22 Advance

⭐️ $25 at the door

⭐️ PWYC tickets are available in advance (limited quantity) AND at the door ~ capacity permitting

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19+

Bring 2 pieces of ID (1 must be gov't issued) and proof of vaccination

Cash bar!

ATM on site!

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Double vaxx status is still required at Eastside Studios!

**IF YOU HAVE OUT-OF-COUNTRY VAX DOCS, A COMPLICATION WITH YOUR RECORD OF VAX, OR ANY REASON WE MAY QUESTION YOUR STATUS, PLEASE CONTACT US IN ADVANCE TO EXPLAIN/CHECK IN. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THE PROVINCIAL REGS RE: VAX STATUS, BUT WE MAY BE ABLE TO WORK WITH YOU TO VERIFY YOUR RECORDS IF GIVEN ADVANCE NOTICE. Email manupdrag@gmail.com 🙂

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SAFER SPACES POLICY:

We have a zero tolerance policy for oppressive behaviour in all its forms -- including but not limited to cultural appropriation, misogyny, transphobia, racism, fatphobia, and ableism.

*We have a house policy against culturally appropriative hairstyles, which is currently in Beta. We are working with community members and professional equity consultants to develop this policy further. In the meantime we ask that guests with hairstyles that could be interpreted as appropriative reach out to us (manupdrag@gmail.com) to check in before buying tickets/attending our events. Please be aware that any guest in attendance may be approached by a buddy or event manager to inform them of our policy.*

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BUDDY SYSTEM:

The Buddy System is a grassroots effort to combat rape culture and enhance the safety of our queer events. CONSENT IS SEXY -- AND MANDATORY! Buddies will be wearing **NEON T-SHIRTS**. Our Buddies are NARCAN trained, and are carrying sealed water bottles, condoms, lube, granola bars, tampons, and more. They will run interference if someone is receiving unwanted attention, can help folks in need find a way home, and generally serve as go-to support people should any problems arise.

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COVID INFO:

This event will be in compliance with the with the BC coastal health region guidelines. Advance sanitation and cleaning protocols will be in effect. Attendees are required to show proof of double vaccination status at the door before entering. If this event is forced to reschedule due to Covid restrictions, tickets will be honoured at the next Man Up event. If you have any questions about our Covid safety plan, please reach out at manupdrag@gmail.com.

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ACCESSIBILITY INFO:

Entrance ramp is located on the north side of the warehouse parking lot, and is 38in wide with a handrail to the left 41in high. Accessible door has a clearance of 45in. Inside entrance is 81in wide. Due to a structural inability to renovate this venue that is out of our control, we are sadly unable to provide an accessible washroom stall, so instead we have an accessible portable onsite. Washrooms are all genders. If you need more information about venue accessibility, please contact Ryn at ryn@eastsidestudio.ca.

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MORE ABOUT PAY WHAT YOU CAN / COMMUNITY PRICING:

No one will be turned away for lack of funds! Please don’t hesitate to inform door staff if you will be paying a sliding scale rate- there is no need to explain your financial situation. It will be granted upon request, no questions asked.

We ask that folks bear in mind the disproportionate financial challenges facing BIPOC folks, our trans siblings, and those living with disabilities and other barriers to employment, before they access PWYC.

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QUESTIONS/FEEDBACK:

We'd love to hear from you! manupdrag@gmail.com