Marilyn Manson’s Brighton Concert Cancelled Amid Campaigners’ Pressure

Marilyn Manson’s first UK concert of his ‘One Assassination Under God’ tour, scheduled for October 29 at the Brighton Centre, has been cancelled due to pressure from activists and local MPs. The cancellation follows a campaign by No Stage for Abusers, urging Brighton Centre and Brighton and Hove City Council to cancel the event. Manson, whose real name is Brian Warner, faced accusations of rape, sexual assault, and bodily harm from four women. However, the case was dropped earlier this year due to the expiration of the statute of limitations. Despite the dismissal of the case, public figures like Green Party MP Siân Berry raised concerns about the implications of hosting Manson, citing the potential harm to survivors and the city’s values. Supporters of Manson argue that the artist has not been convicted of any crime, and some view the cancellation as an infringement on free speech. The debate over the concert raises broader questions about cancel culture and the responsibility of public venues in protecting community welfare.