Marilyn Manson’s Brighton Show Canceled After Protests Over Allegations of Abuse

Marilyn Manson’s planned concert at Brighton Centre, scheduled for October 29, 2025, has been canceled amid protests. The No Stage for Abusers campaign, which advocates against abusive figures performing on stage, led the charge calling for Manson’s show to be called off. The campaign was supported by local officials, including Green Party MP Siân Berry, who urged the Brighton and Hove city council to cancel the performance due to concerns about its impact on survivors of abuse. This cancellation follows years of controversy surrounding Manson (real name Brian Warner) after multiple women, including actress Evan Rachel Wood and model Ashley Morgan, accused him of abuse. Despite the charges, Manson has denied all allegations, and prosecutors dropped the case in 2023 due to the statute of limitations and insufficient evidence. Other venues, like Bournemouth International Centre, are also facing calls to reconsider hosting Manson’s performances. The growing protests reflect a larger discussion about the responsibility of institutions in giving platforms to controversial figures in light of abuse allegations.