West London Queer Project (WLQP) is hosting a comedy event to mark Lesbian Day of Visibility on 26 April, the final day of Lesbian Visibility Week.
The lineup includes UK-based comedians:
● Twayna Mayne – A comedian who has reached the finals of competitions such as Leicester Square Theatre New Act of the Year and Up The Creek’s One to Watch.
● Catherine Bohart – An award-winning comedian, writer, and actor. Her show Again With Feelings was nominated for Best Show at the 2024 Edinburgh Comedy Awards and received five-star reviews from The Guardian.
● Sapphire Macintosh – A comedian, actor, and writer known for observational and socially focused material developed over the past decade.
What is Lesbian Visibility Week and Day of Visibility?
The show takes place on the final day of Lesbian Visibility Week, a week dedicated to increasing the visibility of lesbian, bisexual, queer women, and non-binary people within the LGBTQ+ community.
The acronym LGBTQ+ refers to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, with the “+” encompassing a broader range of gender identities and sexual orientations.
The positioning of the “L” at the beginning of LGBTQ+ is often linked to historical recognition of lesbian activism during the AIDS crisis of the 1980s and 1990s. During this period, many lesbians were involved in caregiving, advocacy, fundraising, and support efforts for those affected, particularly gay and bisexual men who faced significant stigma and barriers to healthcare.
“Comedy is a means of bringing people together and providing a shared social experience.”
West London Queer Project
Importance of Lesbian Visibility
Research and advocacy groups have highlighted that LGBTQIA+ women and non-binary people are frequently underrepresented in media and research, and may face disparities in areas such as healthcare access, safety, and mental health outcomes. Visibility initiatives aim to address these gaps by promoting awareness and inclusion.
Students with a valid ID can use the code STUDENT50 to receive a 50% discount.
Lesbian Visibility Day Comedy Show is on Sunday 26 April at 7:30pm at The Boston Room, George IV, 185 Chiswick High Road, London W4 2DR, United Kingdom
