BN1 Magazine

BN1 Magazine is the local publication with a national outlook. We have amazing interviews with the most exciting names in Theatre, Music, Comedy, Arts, Fashion Sports and Politics along with unashamed and unbiased looks at grassroots issues. Independent, unafraid and objective, everything we do is born out of passion, intelligence and good-humour. Whether it’s platforming the efforts of extraordinary community groups or exploring the work of the world’s most exciting creative talents, we believe everyone has a story to tell.

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ON THE RADAR

TOWNER EASTBOURNE ANNOUNCE 2022 PROGRAMME

Sustainable Christmas Shopping Guide • FOLLOW LINK FOR MAP GUIDE ON YOUR PHONE!

INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY THEATRE

AT ONE GARDEN BRIGHTON

TREVOR NELSON

YUSSEF DAYES • The UK’s most innovative young Drummer and Producer

BRIGHTON’S YAKUL ON THEIR DEBUT ALBUM ‘RISE INDIGO’

BN1 Chats with ALL BETTER

A LOCAL BAND THAT WON’T BE SADDLED DOWN WITH LABELS!

THE INTERVIEW

SMALL POND STUDIOS

FOXYWOMBAT GET THE SOUTH LANES STUDIO EXPERIENCE

CRAFTY CHRISTMAS WITH ARUNE DAUKANTAITE • I think what we like most about Christmas isn’t actually Christmas day, it’s everything around it - the hot drinks, the decorations, getting together indoors. We spoke to Arune Daukantaite - a film stylist and artist - about creating a more magical Christmas, one that’s cheaper, kinder to the planet and shared with friends.

BRIGHTON INTERIORS • Sussex, and in particular Brighton, is the amateur interior designer’s paradise, with shops stocking beautiful creations by local artists and antique treasures. So whether you want to browse a gallery space of curated and handpicked gifts, or rummage through battered furniture to find the perfect restoration piece, our selection has you covered!

BRIGHTON & HOVE • Culture Picks

LEWES AND EASTBOURNE • Culture Picks

CROYDON & LONDON • Culture Picks

HORSHAM, CRAWLEY, HAYWARDS HEATH • Culture Picks

SHOREHAM, WORTHING, CHICHESTER Shoreham, Worthing, Chichester • Culture picks

The Montezuma Chocolate-Tasting Extravaganza!

IT’S THE THOUGHT THAT COUNTS!

Who are Insulate Britain?

TECH IN THE CITY

A CITY POWERED BY CREATIVITY, DISRUPTIVITY AND COMMUNITY SPIRIT • In July this year, Brighton was featured as a shining star in the UK Tech Cluster Group’s “12 clusters of tech” report. The campaign, produced in collaboration with London Tech week, mapped out the UK tech scene, promoting the most exciting businesses in the industry.

AN EMERGING GLOBAL LEADER IN THE GAMING INDUSTRY • Consider yourself as a master Lizardman, Dark Elf or stalwart Dwarf? Fans of the Total War franchise may be excited to learn that the much celebrated games are made on our very doorstep. In February, we put together the 2021 Games report, showcasing the top expertise in our games industry in the city.

A FESTIVAL OF THE FUTURE • At Wired Sussex we have spent the best part of 2 years (im)patiently waiting for our live music scene to open back up. From our local pub band to headliners at Brighton Dome, for us and artists alike, the atmosphere, interaction and connection that comes from the shared experience of live music is second to none.

IMPROVING DIVERSITY IN THE DIGITAL SECTOR

TALENTFEST 2021 • Across November we hosted a series of online, in person and hybrid events to support both job seekers and employers on finding roles and talent. The jewel in Brighton’s digital events crown, Wired Sussex’s annual TalentFest connected a diverse range of job seekers, graduates, career switchers and returners to work to opportunities within our...