Previous Shows
show me christmas
December 15th & 16th 2024
".... there was something extra last night, the choir embraced their audience not only socially by coming amongst us before the start but also embracing us with sound by using the whole space and exploring and utilising the resonant acoustic of St Mary’s."
Andrew Kay, The Latest
Reviews by The Latest and G Scene
Sussex By The Sea
June 23rd & 24th 2023
Celebrating the historic, heroic and, at times, hedonistic heart of the county, through anthemic numbers from famous residents’ past and present. Exploring the diverse literary and cinematic connections with the area and take pride in a musical celebration of our LGBTQ+ community, we presented a set list as colourful as the county itself.
Reviews by The Latest and G Scene
The coronation concert
May 7th 2023
We're proud to have been able to represent the chorus, Brighton and the wider LGBTQ+ communities at the BBC's Coronation Concert for King Charles III on the grounds of Windsor Castle.
"We are thrilled and honoured to have been selected to perform at the Coronation Concert," said Gavin Bennett, Chairman of the Actually Gay Men's Chorus. "This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our choir to showcase our talent on a national stage and to represent the vibrant LGBTQ+ community in Brighton and Hove."
Watch "Sing For The King: The Search For The Coronation Choir" and "The Coronation Concert" on BBC iPlayer.
Read more on Metro and Classic FM
Together For Christmas
Nobody does it better
Actually With Bells On
This Is The Hour
SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS
2020
Actually Fabulous
July 2020
We were sorry to announce that this concert was cancelled because of the pandemic. We had been really looking forward to sharing an exciting 15th Anniversary performance with you all, full of old favourites, iconic pieces and a really fun medley, but sadly it was not to be.
Let It Snow
2019
Showstoppers
2019
It's Actually Christmas
2018
True Colours
2018
Read more on G Scene
Ovation
2018
Let It Snow
December 2017
Love Actually
August 2017
Bring On The Men
April 2017
Let It Snow
December 2016
Welcome To My Nightmare
October 2016
It's Bound To Be Right On The Night
May 2016
Carnival of The Animals & H.M.S. Pinafore
January 2016
Ring Out The Bells
December 2015
Demons Are A Ghouls Best Friend
October 2015
Masquerade
July 2015
I Got Rhythm
April 2015
Twas The Night Before Christmas
December 2014
I Feel Love
July 2014
One Night Only
May 2014
TAINTED LOVE
August 2013
Music Of The Night
April 2013
Actually Gay Men's Chorus celebrated some of the classics from musical theatre both past and present.
Presenting the evening was Monty Python's very own Carol Cleveland.
Also featuring guest soprano Samantha Howard & conducted by Musical Director Jason Pimblett.
Somewhere For Me
Feb 2013
Actually Gay Men's Chorus performed some favourite numbers including an original arrangement of Albinoni's Adagio (with guest soprano Samantha Howard) and Rodriguez's Concerto De Aranjuez. There was a selection of songs from the hit musical Moulin Rouge featuring One day I'll Fly Away, Come What May and Roxanne. The first part of the performance will culminated in a teaser for their forthcoming April show The Music Of The Night - A Celebration of the West End which will be performed at St Andrew's Church, Waterloo Street in Hove on April 26 and 27. In part two the boys launched their new album, Somewhere For Me, which includes songs by David Bowie, Radiohead and Nine Inch Nails to name a few. The album was recorded last year for Universal Records and is now available from Actually Brighton Records - our very own label!
Chairman, John Hamilton said: “The chorus were delighted to be taking part in the new LGBT Arts Festival. It's a great opportunity to showcase favourite repertoire old and new in the wonderful setting of St Mary's Church, Kemptown, as well as a great opportunity to launch the long awaited album.”
Twas The Night Before Christmas
December 2012
As always, Christmas really started for Brighton and Hove's 'Actually Gay Men's Chorus' with our traditional annual production of ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas’, on Sun 23rd December. A real highlight of the festive season, it was a fun evening with both traditional and more unusual musical choices, featuring Actually Gay Men's Chorus and Actually Gay Women's Chorus.
We raised £516 for charity at this event!
'BEACONS' Requiem
December 2012
A celebration of Life for World AIDS Day.
Our Crowning Glory
August 2012
The Show Must Go ON
May 2012
Actually Gay Men's Chorus were once again proud to be performing as part of the Brighton Festival Fringe, in what was a real show to remember. A post war Parisian theatre bar which has seen grander times, was the setting for this story of deceit, laughter and of course love lost and love found - no matter what, The Show Must Go On! Inspired by ‘Moulin Rouge’, this story was set to a repertoire of old and new favourites, from musical theatre to operetta, sung in harmony by Actually Gay Men’s Chorus and featuring guest performers, Samantha Howard, Gerry McCrudden and Melanie Howard.
Twas The Night Before Christmas
December 2011
As always, Christmas really started for us with our sell out production of ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas’, on Thurs 22nd December, a real highlight of the festive season. It was a fun evening with both traditional and more unusual musical choices, featuring Actually Gay Women's Chorus in their first public performance.
If We Only Have Love
December 2011
A celebration of life for World AIDS Day.
Fly Me TO The Moon
August 2011
Can you imagine Dr Who and his tardis materialising at St Andrew’s in 2011, accompanied by not one but thirty handsome assistants? Well this was the case as Actually Gay Men’s Chorus and new chorus friend, Dale Who, flung wide the tardis doors to perform in Fly Me to the Moon. This was their sixth annual Pride show, which linked into the theme of this year’s Brighton Pride, Out of this World.
Il Trovatore
May 2011
As part of the Brighton Fringe the Chorus faced one of their biggest challenges to date - to appear in a full concert performance of Verdi's opera Il Trovatore, sung in the original Italian. Joining forces with Music Theatre 2000, a 45 piece orchestra and a host of incredible international opera stars, this was a hugely exciting and enjoyable performance!
O Magnum Mysterium
26th March 2011
We joined the Brighton Chamber Choir for this evening of 'music to lift the spirit'.
Twas The Night Before Christmas
December 2010
Our Finest Hours
November 2010
As part of our 5th Birthday Celebrations the Chorus staged their most ambitious show yet - a Gala performance at Hove Town Hall. We were joined on stage by some of our well-loved guests from previous shows, as well as an appearance by the acclaimed London Gay Men's Chorus. The evening was hosted by Simon Fanshawe, and all proceeds were donated to the Sussex Beacon.
Born FRee
August 2010
"magnificently dramatic" - The Argus 6/8/10
Our Pride Show this year was a celebration of the Golden Age of Cinema - classic movie clips, cheesey pre-show adverts and glamorous usherettes with their trays of interval ice-creams... and of course our feature presentation - music from some of the greatest Oscar-winning films of all time. Hosted by the wonderful Joanna van Gyseghem, the evening was a Box-Office smash!
This Morning
July 2010
The Chorus appeared live from Brighton Beach on ITV's 'This Morning' on Monday 19th July.
Chairman John Hamilton was interviewed by Christopher Biggins, followed by the Chorus singing "Impossible Dream". Although due to technical issues we didn't appear for as long as we would have liked, it was a fun morning and great publicity!
https://www.theargus.co.uk/news/8281060.this-morning-films-on-brighton-beach/
The Mikado
April / May 2010
'TWAS The Nightmare Before Christmas
December 2009
You'll Never Walk Alone - The Three Choirs Concert
October 2009
In a special concert to raise money for Brighton's AIDS Memorial statue, all three LGBT choruses appeared on stage together for the first time. BH(a)GMC, supported by soprano Samantha Howard and saxophonist Nick Warr, were followed by the BGMC and the Rainbow Chorus in a night of remembrance and hope. All three Choruses then joined together for a rousing finale of "You'll Never Walk Alone".
On The Beaches
July 2009
The Chorus were honoured to welcome Dame Vera Lynn, residents of St Dunstan's, and members of the Royal British Legion as our very special guests to our fourth annual Pride show - a celebration of the music and community spirit of WW2, and a commemoration of the D-Day landings and all those who were lost in the conflict. The Chorus were joined on stage by soprano Fiona Baines, saxophonist Nick Warr, WW2 veteran Dorie Steward and Sam Beard.
Coming Out Of Make-Up
May 2009
As part of the Brighton Fringe festival the Chorus produced Coming Out of Make-Up. Our very special guests - David Raven, Dave Lynn, Scott Burey, Robert James and Jason Sutton - are best known for their drag performances, but for the frst time together on stage, they "came out of make-up" to appear as themselves. Music, chat and humour combined to create a thoroughly entertaining show. Special thanks to Josh Mills who stepped in to conduct at the last minute!
'Twas The Nightmare Before Christmas
December 2008
Our Christmas show this year was hosted by Doctor Who star Jacqueline King, and we were also privileged to be joined by guest soprano Fiona Baines. It was held in the presence of the Lord Lieutenant of East Sussex, the High Sheriff of East Sussex and his wife, and the Mayor and Mayoress of Brighton; and the mix of carols, seasonal songs and festive readings, followed by mulled wine and mince pies, got us all in the Christmas spirit!
Click here for a review from GScene magazine
In The Pink Midwinter
December 2008
The Brighton and Hove (Actually) Men's Chorus made a guest appearance at this performance by the Pink Singers.
The Best of The West End
25th November 2008
The Brighton And Hove (Actually) Gay Men's Chorus were the special guests at this performance by the Royal Academy of Music Musical Theatre Company.
The Roses Of Success
16th November 2008
A one-off gala performance to celebrate our third birthday, with a selection of our favourite songs from previous shows, The Roses of Success was our first appearance at the Old Market. This was our most ambitious show to date, featuring GIs, sailors, French revolutionaries and cowboys - as well as opera, pop ballads and a few comedy numbers! Mr David Raven once again hosted the evening in his inimitable style.
Click here for a review from the Argus newspaper, or visit our galleries for more pictures.
Do You Hear The People Sing?
August 2008
Our Pride 2008 show Do You Hear The People Sing? was a huge success! A selection of songs from the musicals, opera favourites and highlights from Les Miserables was heard by a packed house on both nights! Joining us on stage were members of the recently formed South Wales Gay Men's Chorus, and the evening was hosted by Mr David Raven. A total of £1000 was raised for charity, split between Pride, the Friends of St Andrews' and the Diabetes Society.
We Sail The Ocean Blue
May 2008
'Twas The Night Before Christmas
December 2007
With the new heating system installed, it was back to St. Andrew's for our Christmas Show, with a blend of traditional carols, festive show tunes and seasonal readings, with a Victorian feel. The evening was rounded off with mince pies and mulled wine, to get everyone in the festive mood!
Whip Crack Away!
August 2007
WhipCrackAway! was the Chorus' second Pride show and featured a selection of songs from Miss Saigon, as well as our usual mix of opera, show tunes and comedy numbers. The evening finished with a medley of songs from the shows on a Western theme in a Cowboy Extravaganza! The evening was hosted by Chorus patron Dame Margot Hamilton.
Ring out The Bells
December 2006
In The Mood
August 2006