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Centre Stage Brighton raises almost £1,000 for LGBTQ+ mental health charity, MindOut

Graham Robson December 20, 2024

MindOut has said a “huge thank you” to Centre Stage Brighton and “fabulous host” The Only Ruffles for its recent festive fundraising quiz. In just three events in 2024, Centre Stage has been able to raise close to £1,000 which will go towards the running of our the charity’s LGBTQ+ mental health services. MindOut said: […]

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Reviews

REVIEW: Brighton Family Panto is a “fabulous” treat

December 20, 2024

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, there was […]

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News

Brighton i360 enters into administration with staff allegedly told they will not be paid ahead of Christmas

Graham Robson December 20, 2024

Brighton & Hove City Council (BHCC) has announced that Brighton i-360 Limited will file to enter into administration today (Friday, November 20), leaving the council millions of pounds out of pocket. It is alleged that staff working at the venue, which has now closed its doors, will not be paid before Christmas. On November 27 […]

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Fundraising News

Shutterly Fabulous donates £1,700 to crowdfunder to secure the future of Brighton & Hove LGBT+ Switchboard

Graham Robson December 18, 2024

Shutterly Fabulous in Hove has donated £1,700 to a crowdfunder launched to secure the future of Brighton & Hove LGBT+ Switchboard. Switchboard said: “Shutterly Fabulous are donating £50 to us for every order in Brighton & Hove, and we couldn’t be more grateful.” For the past 50 years, Switchboard has offered vital support, connection, and […]

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LGBTQ+ News

Brighton Family Panto Theatre to be renamed to commemorate the remarkable life and legacy of Jason Sutton aka Miss Jason

Graham Robson December 17, 2024

In a heartfelt tribute to an infamous icon of the pantomime, the Brighton Family Panto Theatre, home of this month’s Brighton Family Panto, will officially be renamed the Jason Sutton Theatre at the DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole. This decision commemorates the remarkable life and legacy of Jason Sutton, whose roles as a drag queen and pantomime Dame delighted audiences […]

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LGBTQ Choirs

REVIEW: Brighton’s LGBTQ+ mixed choir Rainbow Chorus sparkles at Christmas concert

Andrew Kay December 16, 2024

Tis the season to be choral, tra la la la la… and throughout December you will find me at at least five concerts given by the city’s LGBTQ+ choral groups. See one, see them all has become my festive mantra and I do it with pride and a sense of joy. In all my six […]

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Community News

Brighton & Hove LGBT Switchboard launches crowdfunding project to raise £10,000 to secure its future

Graham Robson December 12, 2024

Brighton & Hove LGBT Switchboard has launched a crowdfunding project to raise £10,000 to secure its future. For the past 50 years, Switchboard has offered vital support, connection, and advocacy to the LGBTQ+ community. The funds raised will help ensure the charity can continue making an impact for decades to come. Switchboard said: “Every donation, […]

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LGBTQ Choirs

Brighton Gay Men’s Chorus serves up a feast of fun for Christmas

Andrew Kay December 10, 2024

You can always guarantee that Brighton Gay Men’s Chorus (BGMC) will deliver a fun packed evening of song and sketches and especially at Christmas time, and this year would prove to be no exception. Playing to what would appear to be a capacity audience in Brighton Dome Concert Hall, their reputation for serving up a […]

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News

Brighton Winter Fayre, which launched yesterday, will be closed this weekend due to high winds and adverse weather conditions

Graham Robson December 6, 2024

Brighton Winter Fayre, which launched yesterday, will be closed this weekend due to high winds and adverse weather conditions. The launch event brought together the Mayor of Brighton & Hove, local councillors, residents and visitors alike for festive entertainment, creative workshops, and seasonal cheer – all with a distinctly Brighton twist. Held at St Peter’s […]

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Community News

Allsorts Youth Project launches 12 days of Allsorts campaign to support vulnerable LGBTQ+ young people this festive season

Graham Robson December 4, 2024

Want to share a message of support to vulnerable LGBTQ+ young people across Sussex and help Allsorts continue its mission to empower LGBTQ+ young people? Join the 12 days of Allsorts campaign today!  According to the LGBTQ+ youth charity, this time of year can be incredibly isolating for LGBTQ+ young people. They may have to […]

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