Brighton Fringe Shows

Have a look through our selection of shows... we hope we have something you'll want to see in Brighton!


List Shows: By Name | By Start Time

Listings for 8 May, sorted by Start Time

12:00

Best of Brighton Fringe for Kids

Best of Brighton Fringe for Kids

Childrens

Best of Brighton Fringe for Kids

Childrens

The Walrus / Basement Room
MAY 6-8, 13-14 at 12:15 (60 min) - Pay What You Can - Tickets from £3

A friendly fun-filled afternoon performance with a revolving line-up of the best children's and family-friendly performers from around Brighton and the Fringe. A show for all the family to enjoy together. "Music, comedy and magic kept the kids entertained... whizzed past and was perfectly timed for child attention spans... Left the kids wanting more... My eight-year-old absolutely loved it!" (Child Friendly Brighton) "Mums and dads will be onto a winner with this afternoon of delightfully immature comedy full of magic" (Melbourne Comedy Festival) "The kids had a great time" (Adelaide ...


The Queen, Shakespeare and Me

The Queen, Shakespeare and Me

Comedy

The Queen, Shakespeare and Me

Comedy

The Walrus / Raised Room
MAY 8, 13-14, 27-29 at 12:45 (60 min) - PAID - Tickets from £8

‘The Queen, Shakespeare and Me’ is an affectionate musical comedy tribute to a thoroughly modern, fully empowered female role model – a woman who headed up a country and united a commonwealth for more than 70 years, earning respect, admiration and affection from around the world. From the vantage point of her final year, we see how this colourful lady head of state defined the postwar era. In this show, Carole Shaw reflects on HM’s long life and reveals her ‘all’ to her people – her undying love for her corgis, the men in her life, her singlehanded success at forging peace processes, her sec...


13:00

Chloe Petts: If You Can't Say Anything Nice (Work-in-Progress)

Chloe Petts: If You Can't Say Anything Nice (Work-in-Progress)

Comedy

Chloe Petts: If You Can't Say Anything Nice (Work-in-Progress)

Comedy

The Temple Bar / Upstairs
MAY 6-8 at 13:00 (60 min) - PAID - Tickets from £7

Following her sellout run at the Edinburgh Fringe and London's Soho Theatre, Chloe Petts returns with a work-in-progress of her new show. As seen on Hypothetical, Pointless Celebrities and Richard Osman's House of Games, expect irreverent jokes about her newfound femininity in her trademark cerebrally laddy style. "Barnstormer of a fringe debut... luminously intelligent *****" - The I "A first show that was worth waiting for ****" - The Guardian...


PG Hits! Family friendly comedy club

PG Hits! Family friendly comedy club

Comedy

PG Hits! Family friendly comedy club

Comedy

The Walrus / Basement Room
MAY 6-8, 13-14 at 13:30 (60 min) - PAID - Tickets from £6

We choose the best comedians of the festival to perform their funniest PG-rated material. Low on the rude bits but big on laughs! A show that comedy fans of all ages can enjoy, with our rotating line up of hilarious up-and-coming stand-ups and surprise celebrity guests, you can be sure that your whole group will have a great time!...


14:00

The Brighton Fridge Show

The Brighton Fridge Show

Spoken Word

The Brighton Fridge Show

Spoken Word

The Walrus / Raised Room
MAY 6-8 at 14:00 (60 min) - Pay What You Can - Tickets on sale soon

Come and hear from SMEG, the most poetic fridge on the fringe! 45 minutes of comedy, poetry and the best props you'll ever see in your life! What's in the fridge? Everyone wants to know. The steaks could not be higher.... ...


15:00

Mark Bittlestone: Work in Progress

Mark Bittlestone: Work in Progress

Comedy

Mark Bittlestone: Work in Progress

Comedy

The Caroline of Brunswick / Upper Lounge
MAY 8 at 15:15 (60 min) - PAID - Tickets from £5

Stand-up comedian and social media sensation (in his own words, not in any objective description of the term) Mark Bittlestone brings a load of new and a few (or, hopefully for your sake, quite a lot of) old jokes. Most of them about being gay and a few of them about his parents being dead. Mark was nominated for the BBC New Comedy Award in 2022 and through his online skits highlighting funny aspects of gay life has gained 50,000 followers on Instagram, if that sort of thing interests you. ...


Mudfish: WIP

Mudfish: WIP

Comedy

Mudfish: WIP

Comedy

The Walrus / Raised Room
MAY 8, JUN 3 at 15:15 (60 min) - FREE and unticketed

This new Mudfish Work In Progress will showcase the ‘brilliant chemistry’ (Fringebiscuit) and ‘buoyant charisma’ (EdFringe Review) of Molly and Dan. They’ll bring ‘silly sketches galore’ (TheWeeReview) and a whole host of new characters to the Brighton Fringe. The show follows the lives of Molly and Dan, aka Mudfish, as they try to work out where it all went wrong. At the beginning of their new show, we learn that Molly and Dan are trying everything to make it in the industry, but which one they’re not sure. Because their sketch comedy careers aren’t going well, Dan is trying to poach a ne...


16:00

Acaprov: The Improvised A Cappella Musical

Acaprov: The Improvised A Cappella Musical

Musicals and Opera

Acaprov: The Improvised A Cappella Musical

Musicals and Opera

The Walrus / Basement Room
MAY 6-8 at 16:00 (60 min) - PAID - Tickets from £8

Hamilton meets Pitch Perfect: spontaneously improvised! Following in the footsteps of Olivier Award-Winning SHOWSTOPPER! with one of the largest casts in improv; consisting of professional singers, actors, rappers and improvisers - we give you: ACAPROV - The Improvised A Cappella Musical. Directed by Lisa Lynn (Award-Winning Actor, Singer, Improviser and Teacher for the UK’s Number 1 Improv School HOOPLA) comes a 5*, world renowned, groundbreaking Musical...that just so happens to be being improvised...completely a cappella. Acaprov take grounded, real relationships and expand them i...



Hostile

Hostile

Comedy

Hostile

Comedy

The Caroline of Brunswick / Upper Lounge
MAY 8 at 16:30 (60 min) - PAID - Tickets from £5

Matt Hutchinson is the son of Jamaican and English parents and is an NHS doctor. He is also a comedian - (Finalist Leicester Square New Comedian and Hackney Empire New Act competitions, Semi-finalist BBC New Comedy Award). In this stand up show he asks: "How hostile is the environment in Britain?". Who, is welcomed in the UK, and what does it mean to "integrate". As heard on Radio 4, as seen on BBC3. “An assured presence” – Chortle “Safe hands” – Chortle, and some patients ...


Best of Brighton Fringe Comedy

Best of Brighton Fringe Comedy

Comedy

Best of Brighton Fringe Comedy

Comedy

The Walrus / Raised Room
MAY 6-8, 13-14, 20-21, 27-29, JUN 3-4 at 16:30 (60 min) - Pay What You Can - Tickets from £3

A line-up of the best comedians from around Brighton and the Fringe hosted by international comedian Nik Coppin. 'The best thigh-slapping, cackling laugh of a time I’ve ever had. Something for everyone' ****½ (Fringefeed.com.au, Fringe World 2021). 'Fancy a bit of comedy but can’t quite decide who to see first? Want the best bang for your buck? Well, this show is for you!' **** (Fringefeed.com.au, Fringe World). "Charmingly hilarious host Nik Coppin’s comedy was effortless" (Rip It Up, Adelaide Fringe)...


A* In The Making

A* In The Making

Comedy

A* In The Making

Comedy

The Temple Bar / Upstairs
MAY 6-8, 13-14 at 16:45 (60 min) - FREE

Mark Row has had enough! After 17 years of teaching, he longs to escape the barrage of inane questions, the endless carousel of uninspiring classes, and the attitudes of kids that stink worse than their PE Kits. So whilst he taught, he toured, embracing a new life in the world of stand up comedy, and it turns out that a career built on having a laugh just to get through the class, has provided him with an 'outstanding lesson' in how to entertain! Whether you loved or hated your time I'm school, you're bound to enjoy an hour's detention with Mr Row. Grab your tickets early to be teacher's pe...


17:00

Self Actually

Self Actually

Theatre

Self Actually

Theatre

The Walrus / Basement Room
MAY 8 at 17:30 (60 min) - FREE

The play takes place in an interrogation room and inside this room; unconscious, are two men. They are both the same person but they do not look alike. They are called Anthony Hill. One of them is the original Anthony Hill, the other is just a clone/copy. They have been placed in this room as part of a science experiment, they have to work out which one is real and who is not. In this room, there is a table and in the middle of the table there is a red button. When pressed, the clone will be eliminated and the original can leave the room. However, if they can't decide who is the real Anthony H...


Aaaaaaaargh! It's a Bonanza of Comedy From Around the Fringe

Aaaaaaaargh! It's a Bonanza of Comedy From Around the Fringe

Comedy

Aaaaaaaargh! It's a Bonanza of Comedy From Around the Fringe

Comedy

The Caroline of Brunswick / Upper Lounge
MAY 6-8, 13-14, 20-21, 27-29, JUN 3-4 at 17:45 (60 min) - Pay What You Can - Tickets from £5

It's an early evening comedy bonanza! Back for a 4th year in Brighton, this stand-up comedy selection is an exciting mixed-pack of comics, with top headliners and the best up-and-coming performers selected from shows all around Brighton Fringe. See a bundle of comics visiting Brighton from the international comedy circuit, alongside a selection of great acts from around the UK and the very best in hilarious new and local talent. It's different at every show. You'll see something you weren't expecting, something new and maybe something extraordinary! The perfect start to your Fringe...


Farah Sharp & Sharon Wanjohi: Can (and will) Complain - Work In Progress

Farah Sharp & Sharon Wanjohi: Can (and will) Complain - Work In Progress

Comedy

Farah Sharp & Sharon Wanjohi: Can (and will) Complain - Work In Progress

Comedy

The Walrus / Raised Room
MAY 7-8 at 17:45 (60 min) - FREE and unticketed

Two comedians attempt to navigate the hell that is "existing" by performing an hour of fabulous stand up. Farah Sharp, a chaotic cat Mum with a concerning coffee habit, and Sharon Wanjohi, an energetic hot mess who collects notebooks she has no intention of using, bring you a slick work-in-progress show where they dismantle stereotypes, smash the patriarchy and become beacons of mental wellness. Or they may just talk about their exes, they haven't decided yet. Join them for a hilarious 60 minutes where they realise they can, and very much will, complain. Farah Sharp is a half English, hal...


18:00

Gerry Carroll - Young

Gerry Carroll - Young

Comedy

Gerry Carroll - Young

Comedy

The Temple Bar / Upstairs
MAY 8, 15, 22, 29, JUN 4 at 18:00 (60 min) - FREE

The Scotsman said his 2022 show was "Strangely sweet and raw, properly, honestly personal". Gerry’s got 70 years experience to play with and he was awarded an Arts Council grant to develop this show. He mashes up clown, stand-up and internal auditing in a unique show. He's "charmingly defiant", Chortle. Gerry starts by retelling the story of an old Irish legend who went to the Land of the Young and came back to find that many years had passed and he turned into a wrinkly old man. Come and see! ...


Acid Tongue (WIP)

Acid Tongue (WIP)

Comedy

Acid Tongue (WIP)

Comedy

The Walrus / Basement Room
MAY 8-11 at 18:45 (60 min) - Pay What You Can - Tickets on sale soon

32 isn't old, is it? Well in gay years you might as well be picking a retirement home. But things change after 30: Your friends settle down, your joints start to creak, and the hangovers get worse... actually, doesn't everything? Well, Anthony Gilét has a few more things to grumble about than his grey hairs (even if they're not on his head). 'Acid Tongue' is a sassy, sarcastic and brutally honest take on everything that's changed and why he absolutely hates it....



19:00

Viggo Venn: Club Comedian

Viggo Venn: Club Comedian

Comedy

Viggo Venn: Club Comedian

Comedy

The Caroline of Brunswick / Upper Lounge
MAY 8 at 19:00 (60 min) - FREE and unticketed

Norwegian comedian Viggo Venn has moved to London to follow his life-long dream of becoming a British Comedian. Viggo is Norwegian' (EdFestMag) 'Viggo is Norwegian' (Scotsman) 'Viggo is a... Norwegian' (BroadwayBaby) Winner of "Best Comedy" at the Brighton Fringe and NATYS "New Act of The Year 2022" A total sell out at this years Edinburgh Fringe Festival Viggo is doing his show “Viggo Venn: Club Comedian” for ONE NIGHT ONLY at The Bill Murray in London. Viggo will tell the single best Norwegian joke there is (Only a few Norwegian jokes actually exist. Most of them not funny,...


On the Edge presents Best of the Fest

On the Edge presents Best of the Fest

Comedy

On the Edge presents Best of the Fest

Comedy

The Walrus / Raised Room
MAY 5-8, 12-14, 19-21, 26-29, JUN 2-4 at 19:00 (60 min) - PAID - Tickets from £5

On the Edge is one of Brighton's longest-running and best-loved comedy nights, and we're using all our experience to bring you a selection of the best acts at the Fringe each show. Running each Friday-Sunday evening at the Post House throughout the Fringe, and our bonus Late Late Show at The Caroline of Brunswick at midnight each Friday night Edge will once again be the place to be during this fantastic Fringe. (Late show 18+ admission only)...


Borscht & B**ch*s

Borscht & B**ch*s

Comedy

Borscht & B**ch*s

Comedy

The Temple Bar / Upstairs
MAY 7-9, 14-16, 21-23, 29-30, JUN 4 at 19:15 (60 min) - Pay What You Can - Tickets from £3

Join brazen Steph & Mara plough the fields of their Eastern European heritage for jokes… and harvest the veg of their parents’ labour. When life gives you beetroots, just make Borscht.* *that’s a soup. No, we don’t know how to make it either ...


20:00

CHEAT: Work In Progress

CHEAT: Work In Progress

Comedy

CHEAT: Work In Progress

Comedy

The Walrus / Basement Room
MAY 8-9 at 20:00 (60 min) - £5
MAY 8-9 at 20:00 (60 min) - £5

A gutsy work-in-progress from an NYC-based rising star in standup. Chloe has been seen on Comedy Central, written for The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, and wrote on and stars in an upcoming Steven Soderbergh miniseries. “There’s a confidence and ebullience she exudes that suggests she’s been doing stand-up her entire life” -Thrillist...


The Horsies: A Character Comedy Night That Thinks It's An Awards Show

The Horsies: A Character Comedy Night That Thinks It's An Awards Show

Comedy

The Horsies: A Character Comedy Night That Thinks It's An Awards Show

Comedy

The Caroline of Brunswick / Upper Lounge
MAY 8 at 20:15 (135 min) - Pay What You Can - Tickets from £5

Join us for the Horsies - the award show filled with character comedians where everyone in the audience is nominated. Showcasing the best in emerging character comedy across London, expect wigs, costumes and absurdity. Hosted by duo Horseplay - Kathy Maniura and Derek Mitchell, between them Sketch Off Winner 2020, So You Think You’re Funny finalist 2021, 2NorthDown New Act semi finalist 2021. They’ve been called 'a cult-classic' ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (Mumble Comedy), ‘hilarious’ ★ ★ ★ ★ (LGBTQ+ review), and 'witty, fabulous’' ★ ★ ★...


Alex Kitson: Fired Up! Ready to Go! (Work-in-Progress)

Alex Kitson: Fired Up! Ready to Go! (Work-in-Progress)

Comedy

Alex Kitson: Fired Up! Ready to Go! (Work-in-Progress)

Comedy

The Temple Bar / Upstairs
MAY 5-8 at 20:30 (60 min) - FREE and unticketed

Alex Kitson is an award-winning comedian. He's just moved to London from his beloved West Country and despite his mixed feelings about it - he's still feeling optimistic. Come watch this ‘Incredible... So clever’ (BBC Radio Bristol) comedian work up material for his highly anticipated debut hour. "Fired Up! Ready to Go!" ‘A natural performer’ - Epigram ‘The Best of Bristol’s rising comics’ - Bristol 24/7 ‘Bristol Comedy Legend’ - The Kettle ‘..born to be on stage with his charismatic, energetic charm… he is a truly funny new comedian and one not to miss.’ - Boardmasters Festiva...


21:00

Ethnic Reveal Party (WIP)

Ethnic Reveal Party (WIP)

Comedy

Ethnic Reveal Party (WIP)

Comedy

The Walrus / Basement Room
MAY 7-11 at 21:15 (60 min) - Pay What You Can - Tickets from £4

Michael Welch is an ethnically ambiguous of unknown origin, a.k.a like most Scottish men doesn't know his father...You are invited to his ethnic reveal party were he will reveal his ethnicity, as well as exploring why we seem to care to so much about identity in general! As heard or seen on Union Jack Radio and a finalist in The New Online UK Comedian of the Year 2020 and Whine and Dine (A podcast), shortlisted BBC new comedy awards 2022....



Middle-aged madness.

Middle-aged madness.

Comedy

Middle-aged madness.

Comedy

The Walrus / Raised Room
MAY 8, 15-16 at 21:30 (60 min) - FREE and unticketed

The show offers three comedians, Simon Kelvick, Chris Blackburn, & Lance Carter, each offering a 15 minute set. Three middle-aged male comedians offer the perspective of broken men for your entertainment. Too old to be inexperienced, too young to be infirm; we see three individuals who have become the jokes they tell. Simon & Chris are Brighton based comedians who have developed their material on the local circuit. Epsom's Lance Carter has been performing comedy around London for two years. Lance runs the Basic Comedy website https://basic-comedy.com. The three of us will each offer...