Cover I Am What I Am: A Pride Musical Celebration is an event organised by ITS (Impact Theatre Saigon) in collaboration with the British Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City, marking Pride Month 2025
I Am What I Am: A Pride Musical Celebration is an event organised by ITS (Impact Theatre Saigon) in collaboration with the British Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City, marking Pride Month 2025
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From vibrant musical performances to intimate spaces for heartfelt conversations, here are some of the most exciting events to experience this Pride Month.
June returns, inviting us to celebrate the vibrant spectrum of human identity and reflect on the tireless efforts of the queer community through the years. It’s a time to honour progress, acknowledge ongoing challenges, and stand together in solidarity, affirming our shared commitment to equality, inclusion and dignity for all.
Pride Month unfolds with a rich tapestry of events from dazzling musicals and insightful panels to intimate, affirming spaces where voices can be heard. Not sure where to begin? Here are five Tatler-approved events to help you embrace the spirit of Pride this year.
Honey’s Drag Cabaret: This is LGBT+
This Pride Month, drag queen Honey presents a captivating show that explores the meaning behind the LGBT+ acronym. Audiences will be guided through definitions of gender identities in a bid to challenge misconceptions and celebrate all expressions of love.
Through live vocals, playful interactive games and a touch of glitter, Honey's Drag Cabaret: This is LGBT+ promises an experience that is not only educational, but delightfully entertaining – all within a safe and welcoming environment.
Time: 9pm, 13 and 27 June
Location: Bebop Saigon – 38 Ly Tu Trong, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
WeEngage 2025: Self-management to develop community
WeEngage is an annual initiative by the CSAGA Centre, with financial backing from FRI, the Norwegian Gender and Sexuality Diversity Organisation. Created to empower emerging LGBTQIA+ leaders, the programme equips participants with the tools to create meaningful impact within their communities.
This year’s theme, “Managing yourself to develop the community,” aims to provide practical knowledge and motivational insights, encouraging young queer individuals to become catalysts for positive change.
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Beyond a training course, WeEngage 2025 is also a platform for like-minded LGBTQIA+ youth to connect and exchange ideas, fostering a strong, inclusive network that values diversity and promotes equity in society.
Above WeEngage 2025 is also a platform for like-minded LGBTQIA+ youth to connect and exchange ideas
WeEngage 2025 is also a platform for like-minded LGBTQIA+ youth to connect and exchange ideas
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Time: 4–6 July 2025
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Registration deadline: 23:59, 20 June 2025
LOUD & PROUD: The Pride Musical Celebration
If your heart belongs to musicals like The Prom, Rent, or Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, then LOUD & PROUD should be at the top of your Pride Month itinerary.
With a joyful atmosphere and an uplifting message of self-acceptance, the event invites audiences to revel in a musical journey of queer identity. Familiar faces from the community, including drag queen Honey Gluttony, William Nguyen, Minh Bach and others, will also take to the stage.
Blending song, dance and storytelling, LOUD & PROUD offers a moving tribute to love, authenticity and the beauty of difference.
Time: 8pm–10.30pm, 20 June 2025
Location: Bebop Saigon – 38 Ly Tu Trong, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Dare to Celebrate: Barson Twilight
Dare to Celebrate offers a sanctuary for those seeking to share their truths in a compassionate and non-judgemental setting.
Hosted by Dustin Phuc Nguyen, with guest speaker Dang Phuoc Thang, founder of the Grindr Therapist project, the event opens a safe dialogue for queer individuals who may struggle to express their identities or relationships openly.
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In this space, the queer community is invited to listen to genuine stories of love and courage, and perhaps find strength in solidarity to move toward a more open future.
Time: 6pm, 19 June 2025
Location: Le Méridien Saigon (ground floor) – 3C Ton Duc Thang, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
I Am What I Am: A Pride Musical Celebration
In honour of Pride Month, ITS (Impact Theatre Saigon), in collaboration with the British Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City, presents I Am What I Am: A Pride Musical Celebration, an event that champions sexual diversity. All proceeds will support community initiatives and charitable causes.
Above This event welcomes the queer community into a vibrant, musical space
This event welcomes the queer community into a vibrant, musical space
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This event welcomes the queer community into a vibrant, musical space with special appeal to fans of Lady Gaga, a global icon of LGBTQIA+ pride. Audiences can also expect stirring renditions of hits by Queen and the Spice Girls, as well as musical numbers from Moulin Rouge, Rent and The Greatest Showman.
Time: 7pm, 22 June 2025
Location: British Consulate General – 25 Le Duan, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
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