Tuesday, 13 May 2014

Ex-Corrie producer debates LGBT media characters

Ex-Coronation Street producer Phil Collinson is one of the panel members discussing the portrayal of lesbian, gay and transgender people in the media.

The event is part of events to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT) on Saturday May 17 2014.
The event will be held at The Lowry, Media City:UK on Wednesday 14 May. The Panel includes former producer for Dr Who and Coronation Street; Phil Collinson and human rights activist; Peter Tatchell.

Forming part of Manchester Pride’s 2014 programme for International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT), Discuss with Pride is a  lively debate around the representation of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people in the media.

We welcome special guest speaker Peter Tatchell to open the discussions and then a number of other key media figures will join the panel and invite questions and comments from the audience.

The talk is free but donations are very welcome. If you’re up for some verbal jousting, you can register your attendance at the event here.

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