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Manchester on 24 September 2022. Based at the popular Star & Garter with a slew of familiar
names, YDSA looks set to bring new heat to Manchester’s LGBT+ nightlife.
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Ali is a male go-go dancer and the organiser of this event. Having been branded “The King of
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George House Trust will be present and collecting funds on the night. There will also be a
spectacular 5,000mw laser show by laser specialists company MSL.

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decided to take matters into his own hands and created YDSA.

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paying them fairly and creating a safe space for everyone to dance and have a lovely time.

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