Arts REVIEW: Breach Theatre: After the Act @ Corn Exchange Overall, After the Act is a powerful and timely theatrical experience that shines a light on a dark chapter of LGBTQ+ history while celebrating the resilience and activism of the community. It is a must-see for anyone interested in queer stories and the ongoing fight for equality, just don’t go expe By Eric Page • 5 min read
Sphinx Virtuosi & EXIGENCE at Carnegie Hall, Sterling Elliott – cello Arts CLASSICAL REVIEW: London Philharmonic Orchestra @ Congress Theatre The London Philharmonic Orchestra: A Celebration of Joy at Congress Theater with a stellar performance of rising cellist virtuoso Sterling Elliott By Eric Page • 2 min read
Arts BOOK REVIEW: ‘Manboobs’ by Komail Aijazuddin Finding Your Wings: A Queer Journey from Lahore to Liberty from Komail Aijazuddin a visual artist and writer based in New York City serves up a very Queer memoir By Eric Page • 3 min read
Arts REVIEW: Hairspray @ Theatre Royal Brighton With its celebration of uniqueness and community strength, Hairspray is not just a musical – it’s a high energy showstopper By Eric Page • 3 min read
Books BOOK REVIEW: ‘Gender Explained’ by Diane Ehrensaft and Michelle Jurkiewicz In a world saturated with misinformation about gender and identity, Gender Explained by Diane Ehrensaft and Michelle Jurkiewicz is a beacon of clarity and compassion and an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of gender beyond the binaries. By Eric Page • 3 min read
Arts REVIEW: No Fit State – ‘Sabotage’ at The Level, Brighton So alive, so vibrant, so utterly unforgettable. By Eric Page • 3 min read
Arts BOOK REVIEW: ‘DeadEndia Volume 3: Divine Order’ by Hamish Steele DeadEndia is more than just a fantastic graphic novel – it’s a cultural touchstone that pushes the boundaries of queer representation in media. Steele has created a work that will undoubtedly inspire a new generation of LGBTQ artists and storytellers to share their own unique voices with the world. By Eric Page • 5 min read
Arts BOOK REVIEW: Freakslaw by Jane Flett Freakslaw is an candyfloss tinged exploration of the concept of chosen family. In a world that often feels alienating and hostile, the characters in Flett’s novel find solace and support and redemption within this makeshift community. By Eric Page • 3 min read
Arts REVIEW: The 39 Steps @ Theatre Royal Brighton The 39 Steps is a production that honors the legacy of Hitchcock and reimagines it with a joyous, irreverent spirit. By Eric Page • 3 min read
Arts Dive into the Depths of Emotion: A new exhibition by Brighton Artists By The Sea Check out the mesmerizing abstract seascapes of Shanni Collins. Collins, a celebrated lesbian painter, who infuses her pieces with profound emotional resonance, capturing the ethereal beauty and tumultuous spirit of the sea By Eric Page • 1 min read
Arts INTERVIEW: Alison Child and illustrator Shanni Collins on their new collaboration Local author Alison Child and artist Shanni Collins talk about the story behind the story of their new book “Gwen & Norah, Stoll & Moss: A story of music and love” By Eric Page • 4 min read
Arts BOOK REVIEW: Karen McLeod’s ‘Lifting Off’ Let Karen McLeod’s ‘Lifting Off’ take you on a journey you won’t soon forget. This is one flight where you’ll want to savor every moment, from the thrilling takeoff to the heartfelt landing. By Eric Page • 3 min read