Community Corner “What they do to one of us, they do to all of us” - Rainbow Chorus Summer concert On the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, Brighton’s Rainbow Chorus gave an emotional, defiant and joyful concert under the title Anthems In Colour. And they had a battle of their own with technical issues. No stage lighting because it had been stolen and a last-minute sound system didn’t By Brian Butler • 2 min read
Community Corner Sussex Cricket to host Pride Inclusivity Match and Sixes Cricket Taster Event on 5 July Sussex Cricket will be hosting a Pride Inclusivity Match and Sixes Cricket Taster Event at the 1st Central County Ground in Hove on Saturday, 5 July, which will celebrate “diversity and inclusion through the power of sport”. The aim of the event is to connect with as many people from By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community Corner Join 201 Dance Company for a powerful celebration of Pride and Trans Joy in Brighton! 201 Dance Company is once again teaming up with Brighton & Hove Pride and Trans Pride Brighton to create a bold and beautiful dance video celebrating our vibrant queer city. This year, as trans communities face increasing challenges, 201 Dance Company is making a powerful statement of support, strength, and By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community Corner New gays on the block, The Social Gays, to host 'Our First Mixer' at R-Bar on 28 July New gays on the block, The Social Gays, will be hosting ‘Our First Mixer’ at R-Bar in Brighton on 28 July. The event promises to be a relaxed and welcoming evening for gay men to connect, chat, and build genuine community. They say: “Whether you’re new to the area By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community Corner Out To Swim completes swim of the English Channel After months of dedicated training, members of LGBTQ+ swimming group Out to Swim completed a successful English Channel relay on Saturday, 21 June - the summer solstice. The swim had originally been scheduled for the following week, but with perfect weather conditions and after extensive cold-water training, the team was By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community Corner Masc and Mellow: peer-led space for trans masc and non-binary people to launch at London LGBTQ+ Community Centre Masc and Mellow, a gentle, peer-led space for trans masc and non-binary people to connect, rest, and feel less alone in 2025, is to launch at London LGBTQ+ Community Centre at 3pm on Saturday, 19 July. Are you seeking a calm and welcoming community where you can be yourself?Masc By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community Corner Mr Brighton Bear 2025: Get ready to roar for your favourites! Brighton Bear Weekend, which takes place in July, has announced the cohort of Bears taking part in the Mr Brighton Bear competition, which sees participants jostle to win the hearts of the bear community and, of course, the coveted title. Sponsored by Den Lounge Wear and Bear 107, the winner By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community Corner Actually Fabulous: Actually Gay Men's Chorus celebrates 20 years on top This year, Brighton & Hove's Actually Gay Men’s Chorus (AGMC) is celebrating its 20th anniversary, a milestone that will be celebrated with Actually Fabulous: 20 Years of Actually Gay Men’s Chorus. Over two decades, AGMC has not only been a beacon of joy and community for By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community Corner SCENE MEMBERS: Free tickets to Brighton Book Festival Up to five FREE tickets to giveaway to paid-members of SCENE By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community Corner The UK’s tastiest bear club BEEFMINCE is coming to Brighton! Supported by GROWLR and DEN Loungewear By Dale Melita • 1 min read
