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27-28 May 2025

Happy Hype

Collectif OUINCH OUINCH x Mulah

From Geneva to Bowling – OUINCH OUINCH bring carnival culture to the Beacon!

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Date 27-28 May 2025
Times 7:30pm
Location The Beacon – Bowling Park
Ages 16+

Happy Hype is a joyous explosion of a show – a vibrant dance production inspired by the energy of carnival, the diversity of queer club culture and the joy of being alive.

Mixing afrobeat and hip hop tunes, Mulah provides a soundtrack for a show that fizzes with energy – helped by the Ouinches, mischievous little fairies who’ll invite you to join them on the dancefloor. Join them and us for a joyous carnival of liberation, where everyone is free to dance, celebrate and be themselves.

Content warning

Some nudity (performer is topless in last 2 mins)

High volume music, small amount of smoke, few moments with strobe

Visit The Beacon in Bowling Park

The Beacon is a custom-made touring venue for Bradford 2025.

From Thursday 22 May to Sunday 22 June 2025, The Beacon will be in Bowling Park.

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Bowling Park
Bowling Hall Rd
Bradford
BD4 7TL

Credits
Images © Jennifer Scherlier
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Image © Jennifer Scherlier
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