With the political parties under starter’s orders for May’s local elections, HOTs election commentator Chris Connelley previews the field. Following recent developments at Hastings Borough Council, the outcome is unusually hard to call.
Victoria Kingham reflects on some outstanding performances during the 10 days of pianistic excellence which constituted the 17th Hastings International Piano Concerto Competition, and concludes that more than a few contestants were worthy of winning a prize. Photos by Peter Mould/HIPCC.
This Saturday, to mark International Women’s Day, Hastings-based singer Sarah Jane Morris is launching a very special album with a concert at London’s Alexandra Palace. Erica Smith caught up with her to find out about the Sisterhood project which is coming to fruition after four years.
Three local residents were arrested last week during a peaceful protest outside an arms factory in St Leonards. Gabriel Carlyle reports.
Curtis Phill Hsu from the USA proved the jury’s choice as winner of the Hastings International Piano Concerto Competition when it reached its climax in the White Rock Theatre last night. Report by Nick Terdre.
Crunch time at the Hastings International Piano Concerto Competition is upon us, with five remaining participants seeking to impress the jury at the finals on Friday and Saturday evenings. Nick Terdre reports, photos by Peter Mould unless otherwise stated.
Esther Springett, live illustrator, graphic facilitator and filmmaker, talks to Jude Montague about her practice.
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