Queerde Palestine Belfast to host Alt- Eurovision party featuring Distracto, Tailtiu and the Funeral Rose

The queer bloc of Cairde Palestine, Queerde has announced their line up for their Belfast Alt Eurovision party on Saturday May 11 from 6pm onwards.

Taking place at St Comgall's - Ionad Eileen Howell, the event has been described by organisers as "Celebrating culture through music, in our own version of Eurovision, and protesting Israel’s propagandist entry to the competition".

Forming the line up is Producer Daniel K, aka Distracto as well as another set from Belfast-bound soundmason Tailtiu.

Guitars will be provided by queer Belfast-based four-piece post-punk band The Funeral Rose.

Other musician include art pop artist J Shields, six piece rock outfit Ginger Fingers and Improdeuce.

There will also be a comedy and dance section of the night, featuring performances from Palestinian Dabka Belfast, Las Flamencas and spoken word from Mailíosa NicÉadaoin.

Stand up comedy will be performed by Derry comedian Leann Tolan.

The night will host a series of raffles, with all money raised going towards helping families evacuate Gaza and the Muslim Alliance for Sexual & Gender Diversity.

Tickets for Alt-Eurovision party are priced from £17 and are available for purchase here.

Further information regarding the event can be found below: 

 

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