# LGBT-Supporting Art Exhibitions This Cultural Event Kicks Off Pride Toronto 2016 By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-05-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pride-toronto-2016 References: [issuu](https://issuu.com/intorontomag/docs/official_pride_guide_2016?e=1858183/35588969) & [ago.net](http://www.ago.net/firstthursdays) To kick off Pride Toronto 2016, the AGO is hosting a special edition of its First Thursday event. With legendary Toronto-based artist Bruce LaBruce taking the reigns, the event will celebrate the inclusion, diversity and creativity of the LGBT community. The AGO event will take place on Thursday, June 2nd and it will serve as the launch party for [Toronto Pride 2016](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celebratingyou-campaign). The event is part of a partnership between the AGO and the LGBT Film Festival, with [exhibitions curated by LaBruce](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-in-motion-exhibition). With performances by Ron Athey, Narcissister and No Bra, the event will touch on issues of race, gender and sexuality. In addition to the artwork, legendary queer musician Gio Black Peter will be supplying lively music to keep party-goers entertained all night long. Dubbed "nn ambivalently hostile pride take-over over First Thursday that is designed to shake up the habitual," the party serves as a perfect opportunity to come out and support Toronto's LGBT community. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Live Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/livearts) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Inclusive Art Exhibitions:** Opportunity for art institutions to showcase and celebrate diversity and inclusivity through curated exhibitions. - **Collaboration Between Art and Film Festivals:** Partnerships between art institutions and film festivals to create immersive cultural experiences that explore important social issues. - **Inclusive Event Experiences:** Creating events that touch on issues of race, gender, and sexuality to provide a platform for open dialogue and celebration of diversity. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art:** Art institutions have an opportunity to disrupt traditional notions of art by curating exhibitions that showcase inclusivity and diversity. - **Film:** Film festivals can collaborate with art institutions to create immersive experiences that delve into important social issues and support the LGBT community. - **Event Management:** Event organizers can design inclusive event experiences that touch on social issues, providing a platform for open dialogue and celebration of diversity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Inclusive LGBTQ+ Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inclusive-lgbtq-event.md) - [Rainbow Pride Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exhibition-place.md) - [Fitness Club Pride Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benefit-auction.md) - [Prideful Toronto Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ink-the-rainbow.md) - [Fundraising Pride Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tds-pride-gate.md) - [Provoking Graffiti Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-ruggeri.md) - [Pride-Inspired Stamp Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/places-of-pride.md) - [Pride-Themed Beer Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-time-lemon-wheat.md) - [Toronto Culture Festivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-on-bloor-festival.md)