Nina Antonia & the Lunar Moths

If you are looking for something a bit different to do on the evening of April 30th, there is an intimate performance happening at the Hotel Pelirocco that might catch your interest. Nina Antonia & the Lunar Moths are taking the stage, bringing together a mix of poetry and rock 'n' roll. The show centres around the material from 'Dropping Like Butterflies', an album where Nina Antonia’s spoken word pieces are set against music composed and performed by Neal X and Chris Musto. It is a specific kind of collaboration that blends literary performance with a rock aesthetic, which feels quite fitting for the setting of the Pelirocco.

The venue itself, located at 10 Regency Square, is well-known in Brighton for hosting events that lean into the city's alternative culture. Given the nature of the performance—a blend of poetry and live music—it is set up to be a seated or at least a more focused listening experience rather than a high-energy gig. The doors open and the event kicks off at 19:30, so it is a straightforward plan for a Thursday night if you are in the area and want to catch something a bit more low-key.

For those who follow Nina Antonia’s work, you probably already know her background as an author who has spent years documenting the lives of rock figures like Johnny Thunders and the New York Dolls. Her writing often touches on the intersection of music, culture, and the supernatural, which gives a bit of context to the tone of this performance. Tickets for the evening are priced at £11.00. It is a fairly accessible price point for a night out that combines live music with a literary edge, and it offers a chance to see this specific project live in a space that suits the intimate format.