The West London Queer Project (WLQP) is staging a special comedy evening to mark the finale of Lesbian Visibility Week. On 26 April 2026 the event will take place in the Boston Room at The George IV in Chiswick, offering a night of live performance intended to spotlight queer women, bisexual people and non-binary folks within the LGBTQIA+ community. This gathering combines entertainment with purpose: it is both a celebration and a chance to create visible, public space for voices too often sidelined. The organisers describe the night as an opportunity for people to connect, laugh together and reflect on the role visibility plays in building stronger local communities.
Practical details are clear and visitor-friendly. The doors open at 7:30 pm, and early bird tickets are currently priced at £12.50. Students with valid ID can use the code STUDENT50 to receive a 50% discount on tickets, making the evening accessible for younger audiences and community members on tighter budgets. Bookings are handled through the WLQP website at wlqp.org/events. The location—an intimate function room within a Chiswick pub—was chosen for its relaxed atmosphere and capacity to foster conversation after the performances, reinforcing the idea that comedy can be a catalyst for community building as well as a form of cultural expression.
Lineup highlights
The night’s roster brings together three UK-based comedians who each bring distinct perspectives and styles to the bill. The programme includes Twayna Mayne, Catherine Bohart and Sapphire Macintosh, performers recognised for mixing observational material with personal storytelling. WLQP has curated the evening to represent a range of queer experiences—across gender, race, region and sexual identity—so attendees can expect a varied evening of stand-up that moves between sharp social commentary and intimate, autobiographical moments. The lineup is designed to close Lesbian Visibility Week on a high, with laughter as a shared, connective experience.
Performers in focus
Twayna Mayne is a writer, stand-up comedian and LGBTQIA+ ambassador known for her ability to weave personal history into broader cultural critique; she is best known for the BBC Radio 4 series Twayna Mayne: Black Woman, in which she explores her upbringing and identity as a Black British woman. Catherine Bohart, an Irish comic who is openly bisexual, often mines coming-out stories and family dynamics in her work; she has produced solo shows such as Immaculate and Lemon, and her 2026 show AgainWith Feelings received critical recognition. Rounding out the bill, Sapphire Macintosh brings material shaped by life as a Black British Northerner and by navigating the queer comedy circuit, delivering observational and socially aware humour that resonates with diverse audiences.
Why this matters: WLQP’s mission and the role of cultural events
The West London Queer Project is a non-profit organisation focused on supporting and amplifying LGBTQIA+ voices across West London. Its work combines social activities, advocacy and cultural programming to create what the group describes as a safe, inclusive space where people can meet, organise and feel seen. Events such as this comedy night are practical expressions of that mission: they make visibility tangible by occupying public venues, attracting new allies, and providing performers from within the community a platform. For many attendees, the value of the evening will be as much about the social connection and solidarity that follows the laughs as it is about the comic set itself.
What to expect when you go
Attendees should arrive ready for a relaxed, communal atmosphere. The Boston Room’s layout supports informal mingling before and after the set, and organisers encourage respectful, supportive behaviour to maintain the event’s inclusive spirit. Whether you come for the performers, to support WLQP, or to mark Lesbian Visibility Week, the evening is meant to be welcoming: a place where humour helps people exchange perspectives and celebrate resilience. If you plan to attend, secure tickets at wlqp.org/events and remember the student discount code STUDENT50 if applicable; early purchasing is advised to guarantee a seat.