The Age of Consent

**Bronski Beat’s defiant debut album, live and reimagined through the voices of ground-breaking queer and trans contemporary artists including Planningtorock, Tom Rasmussen and Bishi.**

A piece of musical and political history from 1980s Britain, The Age of Consent is presented as you’ve never heard it before. This show features a powerhouse line-up including Planningtorock, Tom Rasmussen and Bishi, plus more to be announced. Backed by The Chateau Collective; a specially curated queer house band performing bold new arrangements of the record, including Smalltown Boy and Why.

An unashamed portrait of radical queerness in 1980s Britain, this record marked a pivotal moment in LGBTIQA+ cultural history, acting as a beacon of hope for a generation of disenfranchised youth. Originally staged in 2024 to celebrate the record’s 40th anniversary, The Age of Consent is now back by popular demand, re-energised and revitalised.

Join us for a musical celebration, and a collective call to action for the work still to be done in the fight for queer and trans liberation.

Presented by Brighton Festival.

Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult. (18+)