Award-winning singer, songwriter and BAFTA-nominated actor Olly Alexander interrupted a busy schedule on Saturday, February 8 to visit Brighton-based HIV charity the Sussex Beacon.
Having launched his debut solo album Polari the day before, Olly met with a number of staff and service users at the Beacon to find out more about the work done by the charity.
Announcing the visit, the Sussex Beacon’s CEO Rachel Brett said “We are incredibly honoured and thrilled that Olly and his management took time out, ahead of his performance in Brighton on Saturday evening, to come and see us. Olly’s activism, promoting equality, anti-bullying, anti-stigma and HIV awareness, reflects and helps address many of the issues encountered by people living with HIV”.
Olly’s visit coincides with the fourth anniversary of the screening of the hit Channel 4 series It’s A Sin, starring Olly and featuring Jill Nalder, who is a patron of the Sussex Beacon. Olly’s Up Close and Polari tour will hit the road across the UK and Europe this Spring. For details and to book tickets, CLICK HERE
Olly commented “It was so moving and inspiring to visit the Sussex Beacon and learn about the vital work the staff are doing. I loved meeting some of the service users who were so open and generous with sharing their journeys and how crucial the centre is for them. I can’t wait to visit again and I’m excited to work together in the future.”
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