{"id":13398,"date":"2026-07-24T14:50:01","date_gmt":"2026-07-24T14:50:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/groupfun.com\/events\/?post_type=event&#038;p=13398"},"modified":"2026-07-24T14:52:22","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T14:52:22","slug":"screen-queens-kinky-boots","status":"publish","type":"event","link":"https:\/\/groupfun.com\/events\/event\/screen-queens-kinky-boots\/","title":{"rendered":"Screen Queens: Kinky Boots"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Settle in for an evening of laughter, inspiration, and classic cinema at <strong>Screen Queens: Kinky Boots<\/strong> at <strong>Electric Chapel<\/strong> in Hinckley. As part of the venue&#8217;s popular <strong>Screen Queens<\/strong> film series, this special screening celebrates the much-loved <strong>2006 British comedy-drama <em>Kinky Boots<\/em><\/strong>, a feel-good story that has become a favourite within the LGBTQ+ community and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Based on true events, <strong><em>Kinky Boots<\/em><\/strong> follows struggling shoe factory owner <strong>Charlie Price<\/strong>, whose business takes an unexpected turn when he forms an unlikely friendship with the charismatic drag queen <strong>Lola<\/strong>. Together, they embark on a mission to design stylish, sturdy footwear for drag performers, creating a heartwarming story about acceptance, resilience, friendship, and embracing individuality. Packed with humour, memorable characters, and powerful messages, the film later inspired the award-winning Broadway and West End musical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grab some freshly prepared <strong>popcorn from the bar<\/strong>, find a comfortable seat, and enjoy this uplifting cinematic classic in the welcoming surroundings of Electric Chapel. Whether you&#8217;re revisiting a favourite film or watching it for the first time, it&#8217;s the perfect opportunity to relax with friends and enjoy a community movie night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in the heart of Hinckley, <strong>Electric Chapel<\/strong> is one of Leicestershire&#8217;s leading LGBTQ+ venues and community hubs. Alongside regular drag performances, live music, karaoke, quizzes, and themed events, the venue hosts inclusive social evenings like <strong>Screen Queens<\/strong>, bringing people together through entertainment, culture, and community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Event Details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Event:<\/strong> Screen Queens: <em>Kinky Boots<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Electric Chapel, 10 Waterloo Road, Hinckley, LE10 0QJ<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Date:<\/strong> Thursday 6th August 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Screening Time:<\/strong> 8:00 PM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Age Rating:<\/strong> 12A<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Admission:<\/strong> <strong>\u00a35<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Refreshments:<\/strong> Popcorn available to purchase at the bar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join Electric Chapel for a relaxed evening of cinema, community, and one of the most uplifting LGBTQ+-friendly films ever made.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Screen Queens: Kinky Boots at Electric Chapel in Hinckley. 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