Controversial new plays Die Diana and Porno Chic shared the award for Best Drama at the Greater Manchester Fringe Awards 2016.
Die Diana by Stephen M Hornby at Bandit Mugger & Thief explored the conspiracy theories surrounding Diana’s death.
Porno Chic by Craig Hepworth and Adele Stanhope at the King’s Arms focused on Deep Throat and the story of Harry Reems and how he had to take on the US government.
The Best Comedy award was won by Ria Lina for her show Dear Daughter, which has now gone on to Edinburgh Fringe.
People Zoo Productions won the award for Best Newcomer after entering three shows at Greater Manchester Fringe 2016.
Most Innovative Use of Space was awarded to From The Mill Theatre Company for its staging of I’m Standing Next To You at Twenty Twenty Two. Their interactive performance explored themes of social media, loneliness and isolation.
Best Venue was awarded to Chapter One Books on Lever Street in the centre of Manchester.
David Chriscole won Spirit of the Fringe for attending 24 shows in 38 days, tweeting his progress and photographs.
Greater Manchester Fringe 2016 was bigger and better that ever before with more than 5000 pre-sold tickets sold online—some from as far away as China.