Justin Vivian Bond - One Night in Trans Vegas

Trans pioneer and icon of the cabaret scene, Justin Vivian Bond (or Viv to friends) has toured worldwide – headlining the likes of Sydney Opera House and New York’s Carnegie Hall.

For one night only, Viv touches down in Manchester with a raucous and seductive evening of songs and stories – along with some very special guests.

A true master of their craft, expect wit, warmth and gorgeous vocals, dotted with backstage anecdotes and tall tales straight from the streets of New York – and anywhere else Viv has whipped up a storm.

One Night In Trans Vegas sees MIF team up with Trans Creative, the UK’s leading trans arts company, for the grand finale of their 2023 Festival. Culminating in a trans-led takeover of Festival Square, Viv’s appearance is the jewel in the crown of a night of trans joy and excellence.

As a performer, both on and Off-Broadway, Viv has received some of the highest accolades in theatre – winning an Obie and a Bessie, as well as being nominated for a Tony Award. The New Yorker didn’t call them ‘the greatest cabaret artist of their generation’ for nothing. A tireless campaigner for trans rights, they also pioneered the use of the title Mx.

Slip into something comfortable and come and pay your respects to this bona-fide living legend.