Reviews REVIEW: Brighton Family Panto is a “fabulous” treat This month’s Brighton Family Panto was always going to be the most important one ever for David Hill. As co-writer and producer, David lost his Dame when the phenomenal Jason Sutton, aka Miss Jason, died in April. Jason had already been cast as Dame Nurse Nelly for Sleeping Beauty – so for David, th By Contributor • 2 min read
Arts REVIEW: Slava’s SnowShow @ Theatre Royal Brighton A Whimsical Winterscape of Wonder: Slava’s SnowShow Enchants and Transforms By Eric Page • 2 min read
Arts BOOK REVIEW: ‘Isaac’ by Curtis Garner An unflinching exploration of queer coming-of-age in the digital era, offering a meditation on masculinity, desire, and the complex choreography of first love By Eric Page • 2 min read
Community News REVIEW: Brighton & Hove’s LGBTQ+ choirs shine at the annual World AIDS Day concert December 1 is World AIDS Day – a global day of remembrance, the time when we remember those who died, and celebrate those scientists, doctors, the countless volunteers and the unceasing work that collectively they do to make the lives of those living with HIV increasingly better. Earlier in the even By Andrew Kay • 3 min read
Arts BOOK REVIEW: ‘Queer Rites’ by Enfys J. Book A radiant cartography of spiritual becoming which frames queer milestones as inherently magical experiences. By Eric Page • 2 min read
Arts Book Review: Art, Annotated by DK The book’s unique strengths lies in its annotations, which decipher the often-obscure language of visual art. Providing readers with the tools to understand each artist’s technique and intent. Turning appreciation into active participation, making even the most intricate or elusive works accessible. By Eric Page • 3 min read
Arts Book Review: Trans Bear Diaries: Calling My Deadname Home by Avi Ben-Zeev His journey reminds us that to fully embody our truth, we must first make peace with every chapter of our story—even the ones we may wish to leave behind. By Eric Page • 2 min read
Arts REVIEW: Breach Theatre: After the Act @ Corn Exchange Overall, After the Act is a powerful and timely theatrical experience that shines a light on a dark chapter of LGBTQ+ history while celebrating the resilience and activism of the community. It is a must-see for anyone interested in queer stories and the ongoing fight for equality, just don’t go expe By Eric Page • 5 min read
Sphinx Virtuosi & EXIGENCE at Carnegie Hall, Sterling Elliott – cello Arts CLASSICAL REVIEW: London Philharmonic Orchestra @ Congress Theatre The London Philharmonic Orchestra: A Celebration of Joy at Congress Theater with a stellar performance of rising cellist virtuoso Sterling Elliott By Eric Page • 2 min read
Arts BOOK REVIEW: ‘Manboobs’ by Komail Aijazuddin Finding Your Wings: A Queer Journey from Lahore to Liberty from Komail Aijazuddin a visual artist and writer based in New York City serves up a very Queer memoir By Eric Page • 3 min read
Community News REVIEW: Dave Lynn and Allan Cardew bring ‘John and Thomas’ to life There’s many a double act that split – through ill health, retirement or death – and there’s sometimes a sense of not knowing how the remaining partner feels. And that’s a central theme of Andrew Kay’s latest play John and Thomas. But this 50-minute gem is so much more than that. John (Allan Cardew) By Brian Butler • 2 min read
Arts REVIEW: Hairspray @ Theatre Royal Brighton With its celebration of uniqueness and community strength, Hairspray is not just a musical – it’s a high energy showstopper By Eric Page • 3 min read
