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Brighton Fringe Signs UK-First Agreement With Performers' Union Equity

Brighton Fringe and Equity have signed what they call the first agreement of its kind between the union and a UK fringe festival. Here is what it covers, from minimum wage and…

22 Oct

Performers in front of a seated crowd in the Pavilion Gardens, with the Royal Pavilion behind, during Fringe City at Brighton Fringe

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Rotunda Theatre Not Returning to Brighton Fringe 2027 as Venue Weighs Legal Action

Brighton Fringe says the Rotunda Theatre is not a registered venue for 2027. Its operator, Grist To The Mill, says it would consider legal action and plans to carry on independently. Here is what…

22 Oct

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Brighton & Hove Speakers Festival Brings Corbyn, Hunt and Jung Chang to Hove

Seven live sessions with Jeremy Corbyn, Jeremy Hunt, Jung Chang and Sam Freedman at The Old Market in Hove on Sunday 11 October 2026. Organiser Marc explains how a school speaker evening grew into…

5 Oct

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Brighton and Hove sets out a plan to strengthen its visual arts scene

Brighton and Hove has launched Re:Frame, a new report setting out how to protect and grow the city's visual arts scene. The council says creative industries contribute over £1.5 billion and support…

26 Jun