Rancour, road trips and revival: tale of battle for Brighton’s future hits the stage
New play spotlights fans’ tortuous trek from the Goldstone Ground, via Gillingham and an athletics stadium
TL;DR
- A new play and exhibition, 'Stand or Fall', are highlighting the fight for Brighton & Hove Albion's future, including the battle to save the Goldstone Ground.
- Fans, including a diverse group from various professions, protested the sale of the stadium which led to the club's exile in Gillingham and the Withdean Stadium.
- The club faced near relegation and lost fans during this difficult period, but a supporter-led consortium and new ownership eventually led to their revival.
- Brighton & Hove Albion now plays at the Amex Stadium, has reached the Premier League, and is competing in European competitions.
- The play aims to capture the highs and lows of the club's journey, emphasizing that the triumphs are more meaningful after overcoming adversity.