Brighton Vegan Fayre
Published 22nd Jan 2009 by Frank

Vegan celebs flock to Brighton’s biggest Vegan festival ever! Organisers of Brighton’s first ever Vegan Fayre on March 21st are thrilled to announce the first headline acts for what promises to be a superb family day out with entertainment on every level.

Macka B Plays Brighton

Fresh from his headline appearance at the Internationally renowned St Paul’s Carnival in Bristol last summer, reggae artist Macka B showcases his new vegan friendly single ‘Wha Me Eat’ during two performances at Brighton, including a short appearance in the Campaigns Room as well as a full acoustic set on the Main Stage. Truly a vegan champion as well as a master songwriter, Macka B and his band will bring a touch of magic and sunshine vibes to the whole occasion and we are truly blessed by his appearance! Greetings, Macka B, true reggae legend in da house!
www.mackab.com


The Clive Palmer Band plays Brighton!!

The Clive Palmer Band – including legendary co - founder member of The Incredible String Band Mr Clive Palmer – is set to play the Brighton Vegan Fayre!
The Incredible String Band were one of the most creative and influential original 60’s bands, and even played Woodstock! And now Clive Palmer, the Co – founder of this cult status outfit, is back on the road with his own band, and ready to play at the Brighton Vegan Fayre this year.


Robb Johnson confirms for Brighton

Robb is a singer songwriter with a deep interest in the vegan lifestyle and has kindly agreed to play at the first ever Brighton Vegan Fayre March 21st, with 3 short sets in the Campaigns Room, Kids Area & The Main Stage. Rob is Brighton based (well, Hove actually) and is guaranteed to draw a large crowd! In his own words….
‘I've played the London Vegan Festival (this year they kindly said i was the - ahem - headliner) & released an album with Ethical Wares called "MaximumRespect" (Irr047) entirely focussed on animal rights / vegan issues...I've been vegan for 19 years...and I have a new album out too…..
www.robbjohnson.co.uk
www.myspace.com/irregularrobbjohnson

David Straitjacket & Rubber Ritchie confirm appearances

World famous escapologist David Straitjacket and Contortionist Rubber Ritchie confirm two live shows each at the Brighton Vegan Fayre. Both vegan, and both completely amazing, we are thrilled to welcome these two extraordinary entertainers to our first ever Brighton Bash!
www.davidescapes.com www.flexinthecity.com

The Brighton Vegan Fayre is organised by Yaoh and sponsored by Bute island, Plamil, Off The Hoof, Infinity, The Vegan Society, Excellart, VeggieVision, Foods For Life, Mad promotions, Shakeaway, Vegeco and Arbonne International

The Brighton Vegan Fayre is on Saturday March 21st 09 from 11am – 7pm at The Brighton Centre
Admission £8 (£4 Kids under 12)

Much more to come!

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