The Star by Hackney Downs played host to an all-female cast of poets, musicians and performers to mark the 100 year anniversary of the women's right to vote.
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Before 1918 no women were allowed to vote in parliamentary elections.
The Representation of the People Act 1918 allowed women over the age of 30 who owned property to vote in national elections.
This was the first time in the history of the UK, women were allowed to vote.
An all-female variety show that used art to celebrate the anniversary but also to highlight the fact that there is still more to fight for.
‘We’re tired of being cat-called so now we’re going to be whistle-blowers. We’re here to reclaim pussies, vixens, b*tches, cows, birds, and chicks. Everyone is invited to this event however only women can perform. This is our small attempt to level the playing field.’
The East London variety show invites creative women to get together and share their performances.
Last night the first of a series of events that welcome a host of women take to the stage. It will now run once a month at The Star.
Profits from the £5 ticket price will be split between the performers.
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Before 1918 no women were allowed to vote in parliamentary elections.
The Representation of the People Act 1918 allowed women over the age of 30 who owned property to vote in national elections.
This was the first time in the history of the UK, women were allowed to vote.
An all-female variety show that used art to celebrate the anniversary but also to highlight the fact that there is still more to fight for.
‘We’re tired of being cat-called so now we’re going to be whistle-blowers. We’re here to reclaim pussies, vixens, b*tches, cows, birds, and chicks. Everyone is invited to this event however only women can perform. This is our small attempt to level the playing field.’
The East London variety show invites creative women to get together and share their performances.
Last night the first of a series of events that welcome a host of women take to the stage. It will now run once a month at The Star.
Profits from the £5 ticket price will be split between the performers.
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