The Importance of Being Earnest - Olly Alexander. Photo by Danny Kasirye Theatre Olly Alexander to join cast of The National Theatre’s production of 'The Importance of Being Earnest' This ‘bold and brash Wilde reboot’ will run for a limited season at the Noël Coward Theatre from 18 September 2025 until 10 January 2026. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Culture Introducing lesbian Liverpudlian soul singer Lois Levin Rising British soul & jazz singer returns with new single By Dale Melita • 2 min read
The Liberation bath bomb Trans Rights Now Lush terminates partnership with Download Festival amid controversy surrounding the festival’s anti-trans toilet policy By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Pride Liverpool Pride cancelled Liverpool Pride, billed as one of Europe’s largest free Pride events, which was scheduled to take place on Saturday, 26 July, has been cancelled. Organisers of the event, LCR Pride Foundation, announced the sad news that Liverpool Pride, which was to bring LGBTQ+ communities and allies together, would not By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Brighton & Hove Pride Brighton & Hove Pride on the Park announces Hayu as headline sponsor for 2025 Brighton & Hove’s Pride on the Park has announced that Hayu, the all-reality streaming service from NBCUniversal, is headline sponsor for the two-day event taking place on Saturday, 2 August and Sunday, 3 August at Preston Park in Brighton. This sponsorship announcement comes alongside a star-studded line-up of performers, By Graham Robson • 3 min read
Trans Rights Now The Equality and Human Rights Commission is “silencing trans rights activists” Good Law Project (GLP) has said it plans to intervene after revealing the landlord of the offices of the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has sought an injunction against protests outside its London offices at Tintagel House, Vauxhall, for the entire period for which the EHRC has a licence By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Trans Rights Now Trans pop star Samsara to tour UK schools to talk about how she survived school At a time when trans rights are under threat, Samsara is to break new ground by becoming the first trans pop singer to tour UK schools to talk about how she survived school. Through her tour, she’s speaking directly to students who feel like they don’t fit in, By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Fundraising News Tom Daley partners with Reiss for new collection, with all proceeds donated to LGBTQ+ charity British high-street favourite Reiss has launched a special collection with Tom Daley, the diving champion known for his love of knitting, with all proceeds going to Rainbow Railroad, a charity that helps provide support and safety for LGBTQ+ people around the world. Launched to mark Pride Month, the 15-piece unisex By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ NEWS Non-binary and gender non-conforming people in Puerto Rico now be able to select 'X' as gender marker on birth certificates “At a time when non-binary, gender nonconforming and trans communities are under attack, this historic decision opens the door to the full recognition of their dignity." By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Production photo of Toxic by Nathaniel J Hall, photo taken by Dawn Kilner Brighton & Hove The Old Market named Audience Choice Best Large Venue at the Brighton Fringe Awards 2025 This year, TOM hosted a variety of events that included Toxic, written by and starring Nathaniel J Hall and presented by Dibby Theatre, as well The Black Cat Cabaret, a showcase night which featured performances by Joanna Woodward, Le Gateau Chocolat, Carol Cates, Chi Chi Revolver and Aurora Starr. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Out & About R-Bar, Brighton’s iconic seafront LGBTQ+ venue, announces 20th Birthday Celebration For two decades, R-Bar has proudly served as a safe and vibrant space for the queer community and its allies. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community News Rose Garden's Swap Shop raises £700 for Sussex Beacon The event, which was even more wild and wonderful than last time, saw an enthusiastic crowd come together to swap, donate and get into the spirit of things, under the watchful eye of Ms Garden. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
