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Innocence and Wisdom: The Path to Joy

Innocence and Wisdom: The Path to Joy

Brighton: A city of spontaneity and vibrance – the very name implies shining brightness and exudes the childlike qualities of innocence and wisdom that attract seekers of truth. 

Piano Playtime with John Mann

Piano Playtime with John Mann

The Max Miller Appreciation Society presents John Mann, Britain’s No. 

Afternoon in Paris featuring Mike Hatchard

Afternoon in Paris featuring Mike Hatchard

Afternoon in Paris featuring Susanna Warren (clarinet, bass clarinet, vocals and melodica), Mike Hatchard (piano, vocals and violin), Jeremy Young (guitar) and Oz Dechaine (bass). 

Jazzy Jewels & Peppery Poems

Jazzy Jewels & Peppery Poems

Jazz vocalist & poet Lou Beckerman, with composer & pianist Joss Peach, invite you to sit back and allow the songs and poetry to take you on a journey. 

Rhapsodising in Blue - the music of Gershwin

Rhapsodising in Blue - the music of Gershwin

Kate Daniels has a beautiful voice perfectly suited to the elegance of Gershwin, as well as an enchanting way of dropping nuggets of biographical detail. 

Water From An Ancient Well

Water From An Ancient Well

​​A stellar jazz sextet performs a musical tribute jazz composer and pianist Abdullah Ibrahim. 

Beau-Events: Artisan Makers Market

Beau-Events: Artisan Makers Market

Brighton’s best makers and creatives have come togehter under the Beau Events umbrella to showcase and sell their wonderful wares. 

Emotion in Motion

Emotion in Motion

Prepare to be captivated by the enchanting world of EMOTION IN MOTION, a spectacular showcase of circus acts, dance, and live percussionists brought to you by ARCANIC. 

When Judas Met John: Songs of Dylan & Lennon

When Judas Met John: Songs of Dylan & Lennon

Brothers Broke bring their popular and well-reviewed 2021 Edinburgh Fringe “in-person” show to debut at this years Brighton Fringe. 

An evening of Piano Music : Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Schumann, Janacek and jazz pieces.

An evening of Piano Music : Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Schumann, Janacek and jazz pieces.

Yosi will be playing an exciting programme of classical music to herald the start of summer including Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata ,Partita no. 

An evening of Piano Music at Brighton Unitarian Church by Yosi Marshall : Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Schumann, Janacek and jazz pieces.

An evening of Piano Music at Brighton Unitarian Church by Yosi Marshall : Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Schumann, Janacek and jazz pieces.

Yosi will be playing an exciting programme of classical music to herald the start of summer including Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata ,Partita no. 

An evening of Piano Music : Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Schumann, Janacek and jazz pieces.

An evening of Piano Music : Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Schumann, Janacek and jazz pieces.

Yosi will be playing an exciting programme of classical music to herald the start of summer including Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata ,Partita no. 

When Judas Met John: Songs of Dylan & Lennon

When Judas Met John: Songs of Dylan & Lennon

Presented in a blues / folk style with tight sibling harmonies, this Irish duo performs songs around a story of the influence, envy and respect that each artist had for the other. 

Sitting on a Cornflake: Songs of Lennon & McCartney

Sitting on a Cornflake: Songs of Lennon & McCartney

Presented in a blues / folk style with tight sibling harmonies, this Irish duo performs songs around a story of the influence, competition and respect that each artist had for the … 

Sitting on a Cornflake: Songs of Lennon & McCartney

Sitting on a Cornflake: Songs of Lennon & McCartney

Presented in a blues / folk style with tight sibling harmonies, this Irish duo performs songs around a story of the influence, competition and respect that each artist had for the … 

WOMXN TALKING

WOMXN TALKING

A night of monologues celebrating all womxn and raising awareness of mental health, wellbeing and community inclusion. 

WOMXN TALKING

WOMXN TALKING

A night of monologues celebrating all womxn and raising awareness of mental health, wellbeing and community inclusion. 

Water From An Ancient Well

Water From An Ancient Well

A stellar jazz sextet performs a musical tribute to the jazz composer and pianist, Horace Silver. 

The Sahaj Path of Self-Knowledge and Creativity

The Sahaj Path of Self-Knowledge and Creativity

Join us on an enlightened journey of live performance, music, dance, poetry, and guided meditation. 

The Sahaj Path of Self-Knowledge and Creativity

The Sahaj Path of Self-Knowledge and Creativity

Join us on an enlightened journey of live performance, music, dance, poetry, and guided meditation. 

Festival of Europe Presents: Vocal Explosion & Friends

Festival of Europe Presents: Vocal Explosion & Friends

Festival of Europe presents: Vocal Explosion & Friends Featuring the Ukrainian Voices Brighton Choir and award winning guitarist Geoff Robb! An afternoon of music and song to lif… 

Festival of Europe Presents: Vocal Explosion & Friends

Festival of Europe Presents: Vocal Explosion & Friends

Festival of Europe presents: Vocal Explosion & Friends Featuring the Ukrainian Voices Brighton Choir and award winning guitarist Geoff Robb! An afternoon of music and song to lif… 

A Fine Way to treat a Steinway

A Fine Way to treat a Steinway

Known especially for his legendary Jazz Breakfasts on the South Coast (particularly at the Ropetackle, Shoreham) Mike Hatchard is a formidable pianist with an almost unpararelled c… 

A Fine Way to treat a Steinway

A Fine Way to treat a Steinway

Known especially for his legendary Jazz Breakfasts on the South Coast (particularly at the Ropetackle, Shoreham) Mike Hatchard is a formidable pianist with an almost unpararelled c… 

Ode to Joyce

Ode to Joyce

Joyce Grenfell was a pioneer in British theatre, comedy and song. 

Ode to Joyce

Ode to Joyce

Joyce Grenfell was one of the greatest female entertainers of the twentieth century, loved the world over for her hilarious and beautifully observed monologues and songs, as well a… 

Out of the Frying Pan

Out of the Frying Pan

‘My daughter had a party. 

Out of the Frying Pan

Out of the Frying Pan

‘My daughter had a party. 

Festival of Europe presents...

Festival of Europe presents...

A MINI FESTIVAL IN SUPPORT OF DEMOCRACY AND PEACE chaired by Caroline Lucas. 

Festival of Europe presents...

Festival of Europe presents...

A MINI FESTIVAL IN SUPPORT OF DEMOCRACY AND PEACE chaired by Caroline Lucas at 3pm at Unitarian Church, New Road, Brighton, BN1 1UF Featuring live music, debate, and poetry on the… 

A Journey through the Chakras

A Journey through the Chakras

Join us on an enlightened journey of live performance, music, dance, poetry, and guided meditation. 

A Journey through the Chakras

A Journey through the Chakras

Join us on an enlightened journey of live performance, music, dance, poetry, and guided meditation. 

When Judas Met John: Songs of Dylan & Lennon

When Judas Met John: Songs of Dylan & Lennon

Brothers Broke bring their popular and well-reviewed 2021 Edinburgh Fringe “in-person” show to debut at this years Brighton Fringe. 

Geoff Robb: The Music of Trees

Geoff Robb: The Music of Trees

Join Geoff Robb, winner of the 2018 Brighton Fringe Live Music Award, for an evening of magical storytelling and virtuoso guitar that promises to transport you out into the forest. 

Geoff Robb: The Music of Trees

Geoff Robb: The Music of Trees

Winner of the 2018 Brighton Fringe Live Music Award, Geoff Robb is back with new stories inspired by trees. 

Prima Time by The Soultastics

Prima Time by The Soultastics

Sensational Brighton swingers The Soultastics are returning to Brighton Fringe 2022 with a brand new show celebrating the icon musician Louis Prima and his sidekick Keely Smith. 

King of the Swingers

King of the Swingers

Sensational Brighton swingers The Soultastics are returning to Brighton Fringe 2022 with a brand new show celebrating the icon musician Louis Prima and his sidekick Keely Smith. 

Prima Time by The Soultastics

Prima Time by The Soultastics

Sensational Brighton swingers The Soultastics are returning to Brighton Fringe 2022 with a brand new show celebrating the icon musician Louis Prima and his sidekick Keely Smith. 

Martlets screening of ISLAND

Martlets screening of ISLAND

As part of Dying Matters week, local hospice, Martlets will be screening the acclaimed documentary - Island by Director Steven Eastwood. 

Martlets screening of ISLAND

Martlets screening of ISLAND

As part of Dying Matters week, local hospice, Martlets will be screening the acclaimed documentary - Island by Director Steven Eastwood. 

Good Grief

Good Grief

We’d like to invite you to come along to our ‘Good Grief’ event on Wednesday 18 May 2022, 11:00 –17:00. 

Good Grief

Good Grief

We’d like to invite you to come along to our ‘Good Grief’ event on Wednesday 18 May 2022, 11:00 –17:00. 

UpRoar People’s Ceilidh Featuring Bird in the Belly

UpRoar People’s Ceilidh Featuring Bird in the Belly

Singing, dancing, feasting! ‘UpRoar People’s Ceilidh’ is a monthly Sunday soiree - a smörgåsbord of community connection and celebration; part concert, part singing workshop, … 

UpRoar People’s Ceilidh Featuring Bird in the Belly

UpRoar People’s Ceilidh Featuring Bird in the Belly

Singing, dancing, feasting! ‘UpRoar People’s Ceilidh’ is a monthly Sunday soiree - a smörgåsbord of community connection and celebration; part concert, part singing workshop, … 

Sian Philipps: Violin Concert

Sian Philipps: Violin Concert

Violin and piano concert with discussion 

Sian Philipps: Violin Concert

Sian Philipps: Violin Concert

Violin and piano concert with discussion 

Blow Away Them Blues: A Tribute to Horace Silver

Blow Away Them Blues: A Tribute to Horace Silver

A stellar jazz sextet performs a musical tribute to the jazz composer and pianist, Horace Silver. 

Abstract Source

Abstract Source

Soundscape. 

Abstract Source

Abstract Source

Soundscape. 

William Bishop: Live and In Person

William Bishop: Live and In Person

Performing songs from the critically acclaimed album Waves on Wire. 

William Bishop: Live and In Person

William Bishop: Live and In Person

Performing songs from the critically acclaimed album Waves on Wire. 

The French Connection

The French Connection

This Anglo-French musical extravaganza follows the life of Nicholas Lanier, a French lutenist who fled to England escaping religious persecution and went on to gain the title ‘Mast… 

The French Connection

The French Connection

This Anglo-French musical extravaganza follows the life of Nicholas Lanier, a French lutenist who fled to England escaping religious persecution and went on to gain the title ‘Mast… 

Dance of Awareness

Dance of Awareness

A Dance of Awareness experience where you decide which role to take, mover or witness. 

Dance of Awareness

Dance of Awareness

A Dance of Awareness experience where you decide which role to take, mover or witness. 

Living Songs

Living Songs

Mixing old songs with new and funded by the RVW Trust, soprano Jessica Summers and pianist Jelena Makarova bring their Living Songs project to Brighton Fringe! Songs and music by … 

Living Songs

Living Songs

Mixing old songs with new and funded by the RVW Trust, soprano Jessica Summers and pianist Jelena Makarova bring their Living Songs project to Brighton Fringe! Songs and music by … 

A Scattering of Jazz Jewels!

A Scattering of Jazz Jewels!

An intimate performance of song, story, musical mischief and jazz with a theatrical twist – each song drawing you into the world of its characters. 

Chopin: Polish Songs, Opus 74

Chopin: Polish Songs, Opus 74

Jean-Pierre Brzechwa (countertenor) and Joe Ward (piano) are delighted to present an entertaining evening featuring extremely beautiful songs and pieces by Chopin. 

Music and Meditation

Music and Meditation

An invitation to take part in this unique evening featuring uplifting and meditative musical performances from the Indian spiritual tradition. 

Cellophane Flowers: The Beatles Revisited

Cellophane Flowers: The Beatles Revisited

After a sell-out show last year, Cellophane Flowers are back. 

Son of an African

Son of an African

In 1868, a rescued 10-year-old African slave boy, Tommy, is whisked away to Brighton to a lodging house and the home comforts of Eliza and Henry Thompson who become his guardians. 

Sing for Better Health!

Sing for Better Health!

Come and discover the joy of singing together, with the Brighton and Hove ‘Sing For Better Health’ groups. 

Good Grief... Living with Loss

Good Grief... Living with Loss

The Good Grief event is for anyone who has ever experienced loss or for those who would simply like to understand more about grief. 

An Evening with the Sussex Musicians' Club

An Evening with the Sussex Musicians' Club

An evening of brilliant music-making with soprano Valeria Guidotti, flautist Karen Rash, violinist Sophia Bartlette, guitarist Sebastian Goodwin-Day, and pianists Jon Byrne, Joe Wa… 

Round Midnight: The Magic & Music of Thelonious Monk

Round Midnight: The Magic & Music of Thelonious Monk

A stellar jazz sextet performs a musical tribute to the jazz composer and pianist, Thelonious Monk. 

Lewes Chamber Music Festival Launch Concert

Lewes Chamber Music Festival Launch Concert

Musicians appearing in the 8th Lewes Chamber Music Festival in June 2019 will perform chamber music by Mozart, Faure and the little-known Lekeu in this special Festival Launch conc… 

Conscious Light documentary film

Conscious Light documentary film

“Conscious Light” is an award-winning documentary film on the extraordinary life of Adi Da Samraj, one of the great spiritual realizers of our time. 

Tales from the British Isles

Tales from the British Isles

The Wandering Bard is an ensemble that merges qualities of early music with delights of immortal folk music. 

Pride to Youth: Drag it Out

Pride to Youth: Drag it Out

A fun, fabulous and flamboyant cabaret-style drag event in the heart of Brighton to celebrate the young LGBTQIAPP+ community. 

Brighton: Symphony of a City with Voyage to the Moon

Brighton: Symphony of a City with Voyage to the Moon

This cinematic portrait of Brighton, in all its bohemian, and campaigning glory, darts between past present and is set to a sumptuous orchestral score. 

Of Heart and Homeland

Of Heart and Homeland

‘Of Heart and Homeland’ is an exploration of the nationalist musical movement at the beginning of the 19th Century. 

Music for Meditation

Music for Meditation

A unique blend of meditation and music performance to enlighten the soul and lift your spirit! Come and experience a mix of live Eastern and Western vibrational music to help brin… 

If I Catch Alphonso, Tonight!

If I Catch Alphonso, Tonight!

If I Catch Alphonso, Tonight! Billy Merson took London Music Halls by storm in1909. 

Stabat Mater

Stabat Mater

We are delighted to bring alive this exquisite masterpiece for all music lovers. 

Sing for Better Health!

Sing for Better Health!

Come and discover the joy of singing together with the Brighton & Hove ‘Sing For Better Health!’ groups! All welcome, no need for any singing ability, just join in! We will combine… 

Yoga for all!

Yoga for all!

Come and enjoy the benefits of yoga, open to all. 

Stories of the Sword: The Second Stab

Stories of the Sword: The Second Stab

So much history, so little time. 

An Intimate Piano Recital

An Intimate Piano Recital

In an intimate piano recital Jean Angliviel returns to Brighton Fringe to celebrate the centenary of Claude Debussy. Playing the Preludes Book 2, plus works by Schumann and Chopin. 

Banners for Brighton

Banners for Brighton

To mark the 100 year anniversary since women first got the vote, Digital Drama will be running three immersive banner making workshops. 

Chasing Rabbits

Chasing Rabbits

Brighton-based singer and songwriter, Rachel de Cock, launches her new album, ‘Chasing Rabbits’, with an evening of some of the most evocative pop ballads of all time; celebrating … 

Philippe Guyard Saxophone Quartet

Philippe Guyard Saxophone Quartet

The PGSQ returns to the Unitarian Church for the group’s first appearance at Brighton Fringe, bringing an eclectic mix of music arranged for the unique sound of the Saxophone Quart… 

Fandom Undivided

Fandom Undivided

We are slowly falling apart, we are stagnating. 

Anniversary Concert: Federico Mompou

Anniversary Concert: Federico Mompou

2017 marks the 30th anniversary of Catalan composer Federico Mompou’s death. 

Sacred Music Sessions

Sacred Music Sessions

Music can nurture us, music can uplift us. 

A Light Classical lunch

A Light Classical lunch

Join Classical Folk for a lunchtime concert of beautiful and fun music - Classical, Folk (English and around the world) and gypsy - with a seasoning of parlour songs. 

Good Grief... Living with Loss

Good Grief... Living with Loss

A day offering people the opportunity to step into our experiences of living with loss and bereavement. 

Swingporium

Swingporium

Vintage swingin’ music and dance in thoroughly postmodern style with The Soultastics band and dancers I Charleston Brighton. 

Studio 9 Orchestra: Tribute to Kenny Wheeler

Studio 9 Orchestra: Tribute to Kenny Wheeler

The 19-piece Studio 9 Orchestra pays tribute to the late composer, arranger and trumpeter Kenny Wheeler, with an evening of beautiful arrangements written for alarge Jazz ensemble. 

Yoga for Everyone!

Yoga for Everyone!

Curious about yoga? Come to our free event with yoga classes (mats provided), meditation, talks and Q&As about yoga, music, special guests, fun and much more! Suitable for both… 

Sir Duke: Tribute To Ellington

Sir Duke: Tribute To Ellington

A tribute to the classic big-band music of Duke Ellington. 

The Folk side of Classical

The Folk side of Classical

Join Classical Folk for another evening of Schubert, Paganini, Massenet, Boccherini; gipsy and folk songs; tales of composers. 

Maxx Silver

Maxx Silver

Maxx Silver writes and performs all of his own music. 

Kianja

Kianja

Kianja is an emerging young singer/songwriter making waves on the live London scene, fusing jazz and urban flavours with a twist of vintage style. 

Ocean Deep, Mountain High

Ocean Deep, Mountain High

A musical journey from the shores of the British Isles to the Appalachian Mountains. 

Stories of the Sword: The Second Stab

Stories of the Sword: The Second Stab

So much history, so little time. 

Brazil: Encounter of Cultures

Brazil: Encounter of Cultures

Brighton-based percussion and dance group, Maracatu Cruzeiro do Sul, brings you a colourful and exciting array of dances and sounds from the North East of Brazil with a British tou… 

Good Grief... Living with Loss

Good Grief... Living with Loss

A day offering people the opportunity to consider living with loss and bereavement. 

Kings of the Jazz Trumpet with The SNC Big Band and Steve Waterman

Kings of the Jazz Trumpet with The SNC Big Band and Steve Waterman

The trumpet in the history of jazz featuring compositions and arrangements by the kings of jazz as well as new works. 

Magdalena Reising and The Blue Cafe Jazz

Magdalena Reising and The Blue Cafe Jazz

Singer/harpist Magdalena Reising is back with her unique blend of jazz/folk fusion with a hint of tango with her international Blue Cafe Jazz Ensemble. 

Folk and Classical Fusion

Folk and Classical Fusion

Join Classical Folk for an evening of folk and classical musical fusion. 

Boj's Musical Storytime with Dave Benson-Philips

Boj's Musical Storytime with Dave Benson-Philips

Join us for an hour of Boj-a-boom fun with Dave Benson-Philips! Read, make and play in this musical themed family event featuring Boj (as seen on CBeebies)! 

Fun Time: Count Basie for Big & Small Bands

Fun Time: Count Basie for Big & Small Bands

Soak up the swing. 

The Flaming Galahs

The Flaming Galahs

The galah is a bird found in large numbers across Australia. 

You Only Die Once

You Only Die Once

For everyone who wants to find out anything about end of life, death and bereavement. 

Laura and Jason's Love Flow Concert

Laura and Jason's Love Flow Concert

Join Laura and Jason for an inspirational evening of their live song and music, meditation and chant. 

The Stories of the Sword: Truths, Secrets & Lives

The Stories of the Sword: Truths, Secrets & Lives

Once the European martial arts were the equal of any in the world and the sword is the symbol that has stayed with us through story, play and film. 

An Opera of Daniel

An Opera of Daniel

The biblical story of Daniel is well-known: the writing on the wall at Belshazzar’s feast, Daniel’s rise to power, his fall at the hands of conspirators - and the lions’ den. 

Blue Cafe Jazz

Blue Cafe Jazz

An atmospheric candlelit cafe-style setting for the captivating vocals and harp of Magdalena Reising with the impeccable musicianship and versatility of Loius Durra (piano) and Gra… 

Blue Cafe Jazz

Blue Cafe Jazz

Singer/harpist Magdalena Reising is back with her unique blend of jazz/folk fusion with her international Blue Cafe Jazz Ensemble. 

Greater Expectations

Greater Expectations

Greater Expectations was an exciting play to attend. 

Just So!

Just So!

Ever wonder how the elephant got his trunk? Or the leopard got his spots? Then don’t miss ‘Just So!’; a brand new play based on the famous stories by Rudyard Kipling. 

Sahaja Yoga Presents: Sacred World Music

Sahaja Yoga Presents: Sacred World Music

Sitting in the pews of Brighton’s Unitarian Church and readying myself for an evening of devotional music largely centred on Hindu and Sufi traditions, I felt slightly dubious. 

King & Country World War 1 Opera

King & Country World War 1 Opera

The King and Country World War I Opera is a show presented in a rather strange format at the Brighton Fringe Festival. 

Xperiment/Publik

Xperiment/Publik

‘Observations, Obsessions and Objects’ is a suite of works that have been written over the past year, incorporating the use of live instrumentation, musique concrete, integrated li… 

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