Arts Brighton & Hove Pride supports new LGBTQ+ work for Brighton Fringe 2022 Brighton & Hove Pride has awarded five bursaries to performers/producers in the LGBTQ+ community or allies creating work with an LGBTQ+ narrative for Brighton Fringe 2022, which takes place in May. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
In The South Brighton landmarks to light up in support of International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination The Royal Pavilion, Brighton Town Hall and the Mazda Fountain are to be lit in purple on Saturday, March 19 in support of the World Against Racism day of action, and the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on Monday, March 21 By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Business News Ask For Clive announces the return of Pub Pride in May The scale of Pub Pride 2022 is set to be even larger, with 2021’s inaugural venues returning, many new sign ups, major partners and iconic venues getting onboard. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community News Cabaret at Affinity Bar Brighton raises £1,200+ for Ukraine Cabaret stars and the community came together at Affinity Bar in Brighton last night to raise funds and collect essential items for the people of Ukraine. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Arts Drag and cabaret royalty take over Ironworks Studios with Vada Cabaret Features performances from Miss Jason – UK drag queen and everyone’s favourite pantomime dame; Kara Van Park – all round entertainer who’s all about the bass; Ophelia Payne – big hair, big personality; and host, vocal powerhouse Billie Gold. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
In The South The Ledward Centre is ready to welcome new volunteers The Ledward Centre is well on the way to completing the first phase of the fit out, the Cafe-lounge which will be open for drop ins and meet-ups during the day, and for events (Supper Clubs, Quizzes, talks, films, cabaret) in the evenings. While the build proceeds, The Ledward Centre is open Fri-Sun By Chris Gull • 1 min read
Arts Marlborough Productions to present Live Art Social on Friday, April 1 Marlborough Productions is to return with its first live performance event since 2020 at Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts on Friday, April 1 from 8pm By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community Themed sessions with LGBTQ+ mental health charity, MindOut These sessions are a great opportunity to chat to trained volunteers and staff about specific issues and identities though the instant message service on the MindOut website. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News The Ledward Centre launches ‘Make Your Mark’ CrowdFunder campaign The Ledward Centre, the new LGBTQ+ centre in Jubilee Street, has launched a campaign to raise funds to complete the first phase of the fit out, the café-lounge, kitchen and servery. By Chris Gull • 2 min read
In The South Brighton & Hove City Council to ‘make public art a priority’ New guidance to encourage developers to incorporate public art into new city developments at the earliest design stages, is being considered by Brighton & Hove councillors this week By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Arts Brighton-based Parable Dance launches across the pond Parable Dance, which provides inclusive dance workshops and weekly classes for people with disabilities in South East England and training worldwide, will now be known as Parable Dance UK, with the newly launched company named Parable Dance NY. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community News Brighton & Hove LGBT Switchboard to host LGBTQ+ Women Survivors Writing Workshop Brighton & Hove LGBT Switchboard’s domestic abuse project is to hold a FREE writing workshop in collaboration with LGBT Partnership on Friday, March 11 from 6pm, exploring the theme of recovery and a ‘return to normal’. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
