LGBTQ+ News Welsh County LGBTQ+ Timeline Collection – the queer history of every county in Wales Welsh historian and author Norena Shopland, who specialises in researching, recording and promoting LGBTQ+ history, has announced the complete Welsh County LGBTQ+ Timeline Collection, which shares the queer history of every county in Wales, is now available. In 2021/22 and 2023 the Welsh Government By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News “I wish I could come out 20 times.” Ricky Martin reveals coming out “felt amazing” Latin singer Ricky Martin has revealed coming out to his fans in 2010 “felt amazing”. “I wrote a letter, and I tweeted it,” Martin told Andy Cohen on SiriusXM. “I wish I could come out 20 times. It felt amazing. Of course, I started crying like a baby. You know, I pressed send, and I […] By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Music Even Still: non-binary indie artist Noah Elliott releases sophomore EP, which delves deep into mental health and queer identity Non-binary indie artist Noah Elliott invites listeners on a deeply personal journey through themes of connection, loneliness, and self-discovery with their highly anticipated sophomore EP, Even Still, which is unique blend of intimate melodies, minimalistic arrangements, and introspective spoken wor By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Cabaret “Yes, dear!” Fundraiser for Hastings Pride with iconic Miss Jason at Forbidden Fruit Forbidden Fruit Hastings is to host a glamorous fundraiser for this year’s Hastings Pride with the iconic Miss Jason on Thursday, May 23. All proceeds from the event, which is hosted in partnership with Forbidden Fruit and RBE Associates, will go to Hastings Pride so whether you chose to donate or a By Graham Robson • 1 min read
International News Two arrested in Russia’s first LGBTQ+ ‘extremism’ criminal case A Russian court has ordered a bar administrator and its art director to be placed in custody, accusing them of organising an “extremist organisation” under new legislation criminalising the LGBTQ community. They will remain in custody until May 18 and face up to 10 years in prison, according to the By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Out & About R-Bar announces first ever QUEER RUM FESTIVAL Brighton’s famous LGBTQ+ hotspot R-Bar has announced its first ever QUEER RUM FESTIVAL for 2024 will launch on Good Friday (March 29) and run until April 15. Rum enthusiasts can enjoy over 40 different rums, plus exclusive rum-based cocktails and shooters, and pop-up tasting sessions. Customers can By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Rhize Up Fest: Radical Rhizomes to open its doors to general public for the very first time at Brighton’s Ironworks on Sunday, March 24 To celebrate 5+ years of creative QTIBPoC communities in Brighton & Hove, Radical Rhizomes is to open its doors for the first time to the general public at Brighton’s Ironworks on Sunday, March 24, showcasing and sharing some favourite activities from its regular programme. Rhize Up Fest is a QTIBPo By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Brighton LGBTQIA+ History Club invites participants of Brighton Trans*formed to celebrate 10th anniversary of the groundbreaking project Picture by: @alonglines In 2014 Brighton Trans*formed set off to record and document the lives and experiences of Brighton & Hove’s trans community. Using writing, memories, oral histories and photography, the project captured a snapshot of the rich variety of trans lives in Brighton & Hove at a mom By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Arts Between the Capes: ‘Superman Kissing Batman’ by pop artist Rich Simmons Batman and Superman are two of the most iconic superheroes of all time. In many ways, they are at opposite ends of the hero spectrum. By Contributor • 5 min read
LGBTQ+ News OPINION: Robert Brown, a gay man selected as Liberal Democrat candidate for Kemptown Ward by-election, talks to Scene Gay man Robert Brown, who has has been selected as Liberal Democrat candidate for the Kemptown Ward by-election, talks to Scene magazine about the state of Brighton’s ‘gay village’ and the future of Brighton & Hove Pride street parties on St James’s Street. Since standing in the May 2023 local elect By Graham Robson • 3 min read
Pride Chase Pride postponed until 2025 due to “financial difficulties” Chase Pride has announced that their event for 2024 will be postponed until 2025. The event, which should have been held in Hednesford Park on Saturday, August 31, will be postponed until 2025 due to financial difficulties. In a post on social media, Chase Pride organisers explained: “The current st By Catherine Muxworthy • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Speak Out: protest at Russian Embassy in London against Putin’s increasing persecution of LGBTQ+ communities On Saturday 16 March, protestors attended the London Speak Out against Putin’s increasing persecution of LGBTQ+ communities and in solidarity with Russian LGBTs who are fighting back. The rally, which took place outside the Russian Embassy in London and was jointly organised by All Out and the Peter By Graham Robson • 1 min read
