In The South Forty-four community food groups call for immediate action on the cost of living crisis in Brighton & Hove A coalition of 44 community food groups in Brighton & Hove is this week calling on Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak to implement a 12-point package of measures to address hunger in the city By Graham Robson • 3 min read
George and Somchai get married on the eve of Brighton Pride 2015 Community News George Montague, the ‘Oldest Gay in the Village’, has died George Montague, who rose to national and international prominence when he took to his mobility scooter and appeared on the Brighton & Hove Pride parade as the ‘Oldest Gay in the Village’, has died 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
LGBTQ+ News Call for businesses to share experiences of supporting LGBTQ+ staff Iain Anderson, the UK Government’s LGBT Business Champion, is calling on global and UK employers to share their stories of making workplaces welcoming for LGBTQ+ staff By Graham Robson • 2 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
Arts NETTA to headline InterPride’s ‘Silence to Solidarity’ Global Concert on Saturday, March 19 The concert is to support the needs of global LGBTQ+ communities and queer activists in Ukraine By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community News Peter Storrow, former publisher of Gscene, has died Details of his funeral are not yet available, but we are putting a tribute article together and would love to have contributions from his many colleagues and friends in Brighton, Spain, Thailand and beyond By Chris Gull • 1 min read
Arts In the Key of Q, the UK podcast series featuring music and conversation with queer musicians from around the world, returns for a second series over the next 13 weeks This week, presenter Dan Hall’s guest is DJ, music artist, producer, rapper, and dancer QBoy who has five independent releases under his belt, and has helped lead the way for diversity and inclusion within the LGBTQ community and hip-hop. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
