28/09/2016 – Scene Magazine – From the heart of LGBTQ+ Life

A Kickstarter campaign to fund the production of a new 90-minute documentary, Hating Peter Tatchell, has been launched by Chrysaor Productions.

Narrated by film actor and human rights campaigner Sir Ian McKellen, Hating Peter Tatchell is the inspiring true story of world-renowned human rights activist Peter Tatchell, his 50 years of human rights activism and the resulting immense personal price he has paid.

Peter Tatchell, Director of the human rights organisation the Peter Tatchell Foundation, said: “This documentary is not just my story, it is also a snapshot of the struggle for human rights over the last half century. Your support in getting this film made is greatly appreciated.”

Filmmaker Chris Amos, Director of Hating Peter Tatchell, added: “Having known Peter for 15 years, I have come to appreciate Peter’s eccentricities, his meticulous organisational detail and bravery defending human rights and witnessed his passion working around the clock on campaigns. Despite his efforts, he has come under severe criticism. He is the person who for decades the media and critics loved to hate. Through this documentary you have the chance to meet the real man and hear the true story.”

The Kickstarter campaign aims to raise at least £10,000 of the £80,000 budget.

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The Sussex Beacon ‘Autumn Leaves’ fete on Saturday, September 24, raised over £1,300 for the charity.

Mayor of Brighton & Hove opens the new Sussex Beacon summer house

The Mayor and Mayoress of Brighton and Hove joined Dame Margaret Bamford, Deputy Lord Lieutenant (West Sussex) and Mrs Caroline Nicholls, Deputy Lord Lieutenant (West Sussex), supporters, families and staff at the event, held in the garden of the Beacon, on Bevendean Road, Brighton.

There was entertainment throughout the day with performances from David Raven, Krissie du Cann, Molly Scott and David Hill as well as traditional stalls including a coconut shy, hook a duck, a tombola and a raffle.

The mayor officially opened a new summer-house funded through supporter Danny Dwyer’s generous request for donations rather than presents for his 41st birthday and a donation from Brighton and Hove Sea Serpents, a rugby team for gay and bisexual men.

Simon Dowe, Chief Executive of The Sussex Beacon, said: “The fete was fantastic! The sun was shining and we had an excellent turnout. I’d like to thank the Mayor and Mayoress, everyone who helped to organise the event and all those who attended and dug deep to support us on the day. The funds raised will go directly to helping people living with HIV in Sussex.”

The ‘Autumn Leaves” fete was supported by E3 entertainment agency and production company.

The Sussex Beacon provides specialist support and care for people living with HIV. The charity provides both inpatient and outpatient services to promote independence and improve health.