Komedia

Brighton’s premier live entertainment venue presents one of the largest, most diverse arts and entertainment programmes in the UK. With over 700 performances of comedy, music, cabaret and children’s theatre, the programme features the very best of international and national performers and includes Komedia’s all conquering resident comedy shows: Komedia Comedy Club, Comic Boom and Bent Double. Whilst winning the Chortle Comedy Award for Best Venue in the South a record 17 times, Komedia Brighton is also an important music venue in the city. A regular feature of The Great Escape, Komedia aims to be at the forefront of new music. Komedia Productions is Komedia’s charitable arm which supports the regular kids programme at Komedia, Sundae Club, and run creative workshop programmes for young people; working with local schools and communities to deliver creative events and collaborate with venues across the city to produce special seasons of events for children & families plus much more. For more information about Komedia Productions and Komedia Kids, click here. Komedia incorporates two exciting, vibrant performance spaces with flexible set-ups and a kitchen serving freshly prepared food at most seated shows. And with Picturehouse operating the Duke’s at Komedia Cinema upstairs, Komedia can justifiably claim to be at the cultural, as well as geographical heart of Brighton.

What's On @ Komedia

Comedy Club 4 Kids

12 Dec 2026 - 31 Jan 2027

Since 2005, the Comedy Club 4 Kids has been getting the best stand-ups and sketch acts from the international circuit to do their thing for an audience of children (aged 6+) and their families… but without the rude bits! It's just like a normal comedy club, but it's on in the day, kids are allowed in, and thus there is a higher than usual chance of heckles like "why is that your face!?" Age recommendation: 6+

Comic Boom

26 Nov 2026 - 29 Jul 2027

A feel-good, fast-paced night of fantastic new comedy! Our fabulous MCs bring you a whole host of comedy’s current rising stars plus a top headline comic. Expect a warm, friendly, upbeat atmosphere suitable for comedy lovers of all ages – there’s something for everyone at Comic Boom! Will you see the next big thing in comedy? You might! Past acts to have graced Comic Boom’s stage on their rise to stardom include; Seann Walsh, Angela Barnes, Romesh Ranganathan, Sara Pascoe, Sarah Millican, Nish Kumar, Sofie Hagen, Maisie Adam, James Acaster, Rachel Parris, Harriet Kemsley, Dan Tiernan, Mark Simmons, Esther Manito and many more!

Spellbound

31 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

The ’80s club night for people who hate ’80s nights, with alternative classics by the likes of Siouxsie, Soft Cell, Stray Cats, Smiths and Specials (and that’s just the eSSes!)

Bogan Bingo Bottomless Brunch

21 Nov 2026 - 24 Apr 2027

Bingo, bottomless brunch & the Bogan Bingo boys! What could be a better way to spend a Saturday afternoon than a gloriously chaotic bingo and bottomless brunch session with Brighton’s no.1 comedy bingo show, Bogan Bingo! Tickets include: - 90 minutes (12:30-2pm) of bottomless selected drinks - Delicious brunch meal – 4 to choose from including vegan and vegetarian options - Bogan Bingo show – includes bingo cards, prizes & a whole lotta good times! - After show DJ set from the Bogan Bingo boys with plenty of mullets, mayhem and 80s/90s anthems PLEASE NOTE: If you are a large group booking individually, please send us an email to let us know your total group size so that we can reserve you a table and take a food pre-order from your group. Strap in and prepare to experience the simmering chaos of the comedy game-show, Bogan Bingo. An undeniably unique night of entertainment mixing classic 80s anthems, spectacular prizes, appalling choreography and two mulleted Aussie bingo callers – all tentatively held together by an eye watering version of the classic game of bingo.

Down the Hatch

1 Nov 2026 - 4 Jul 2027

Dive down the rabbit hole at Down the Hatch, Komedia’s newest off-the-wall comedy club. On the second Sunday of every month in our intimate Basement space, delight in a world of inclusivity and unconventionality, full-to-the-brim with the very best in alternative comedy and drag.

Story Magic

6 Nov 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Award-winning children’s theatre company Fideri Fidera presents a season of classes offering music, movement and story telling fun for young children from 9 months to 4 years old. Join Fideri Fidera performers Natasha and Jack in an entertaining and engaging lesson that will ignite the magic of storytelling. Each 40 minute session will explore a children’s story and include original songs, classic nursery rhymes, games and puppets.

Komedia Comedy Club

30 Oct 2026 - 21 Aug 2027

Discover the best in live comedy, featuring three top acts and an MC, at Komedia Comedy Club!

Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote

13 Nov 2026 - 19 Mar 2027

Cult hit event Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote comes with an interactive screening of a classic Murder, She Wrote episode. Watch as JB Fletcher gets caught up in murder and mystery in a murder mystery only she (or you!) can solve! Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote is a unique and hilarious night featuring games, prizes and audience participation, with special permission from NBC Universal Television. See the show Time Out rated one of 2019's 50 Great Nights Out in London that has played to sell-out audiences across the UK and Australia.

New Act Night

1 Dec 2026 - 1 Dec 2026

Join us every Sunday for one of the Northwest's longest running and most established new act night. You'll regularly find new comedians performing their first ever stand up routines on our beautiful stage. With a core following of die hard comedy fans, this is always a lovely supportive night. If you like your comedy raw then this is the show for you.

The Brighton Moon-Hop

28 Nov 2026 - 28 Nov 2026

Brighton’s new Reggae Dance Party monthly club night held in The Studio. Expect the best of Reggae, Roots, Ska, Rocksteady and Lovers rock!

Moving Pictures - A Tribute To Rush

5 Nov 2026 - 4 Jul 2027

Hailing from Scotland and the Lake District, 3-piece Moving Pictures play classic rush using a serious amount of gear. They've played in front of Rush producer Terry Brown, headlined RUSHfest Scotland and appeared on the tribute albums Songs For Neil Vol.1 & 2.

Olga Koch: Fat Tom Cruise

4 Nov 2026 - 24 Jan 2027

Olga Koch has one good story. Only it’s not really her story. Do you wanna hear it? In Fat Tom Cruise, see the Melbourne and Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated star comb through recent history in an immersive and genre-defying new show. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ - The Telegraph ★ ★ ★ ★ - The Guardian ★ ★ ★ ★ - The Observer “one of the most densely packed informative and joke-heavy 5 shows at the Fringe”one4review “This is the big show Koch has always seemed capable of making.. one of those important shows that doesn’t sacrifice the joke count”Have You List “Koch is at her funniest, most poignant and most polished”Comic’s Comic 15 Best Comedy Shows To See At The Edinburgh FringeTime Out This event is 18+ Directed by Jet Vevers.

Funny Women: Brighton Nights

28 Nov 2026 - 27 Nov 2027

Funny Women fills the house again. As always we will feature the newest and most exciting female stand up in the UK, from the Funny Women Awards and beyond! This comedy show provides something for everyone! […] This is not an anti-male gathering, and everyone is welcome. This show supports the work of the brilliant local charity RISE, which provides essential services for women and children who have experienced domestic violence.

The Maydays: Confessions! & Guest Improv Superstars

4 Dec 2026 - 4 Dec 2026

Confessions takes audience stories and secrets written down before the show starts and turns them into songs, sketches and beguiling stories. Expect, secrets, lies and guilt.

Murdoch's Crazy Eyes

27 Nov 2026 - 27 Nov 2026

The sensational Murdoch's Crazy Eyes are back, fully armed with a stellar brass section. Journey through all of your favourite smash hit Rock, Pop, Funk, Soul and Dance bangers from the 1960's up to present day, backed with a full 7-piece band.

Confessions!

6 Nov 2026 - 4 Dec 2026

Award-winning improvisers and Brighton legends, The Maydays, take your anonymous tales to inspire a night of hilarious sketches, spontaneous songs and unexpected stories. Mischievous, imaginative and completely unscripted, no two shows are ever the same.

Sergi Polo

1 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 2026

Join multi-award-winning comedian Sergi Polo as he brings his sell-out show! With razor-sharp wit, brilliant storytelling, and laugh-out-loud observations, Sergi delivers a fast-paced, unforgettable night of comedy. Fresh from sold-out tours across the UK and Europe, he’s back with new material, big laughs, and his signature charm.

Battle Of The Bingo

12 Nov 2026 - 12 Nov 2026

Battle of the Bingo is a live entertainment experience, bringing togethertwo of the UK’s top bingo brands- Musical Bingo and Dabbers Social Bingo - for one fun, fast-paced evening. Blending music-led rounds with classic number play, the event keeps the energy high with plenty of chances to win along the way. Buzzing hosts, silly prizes, and challenges that get everyone involved makes it bingo like you’ve never played before. Ideal for groups, celebrations, or anyone looking for an alternative night out, Battle of the Bingo delivers a lively,full-on bingo experience in one of Brighton’s best-loved venues.

Scummy Mummies - Christmas Show

8 Dec 2026 - 8 Dec 2026

This Event will take place in the komedia basement Unreserved seating Ages 18+ Snack menu available (at the 7pm show only, please note the kitchen will be closed for the 9:30pm show) Ho, Ho, Ho...it's the Scummy Mummies Christmas Show! Due to popular demand, comedians Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson are bringing their special Christmas themed comedy show back to Komedia Brighton! Expect scummy carols, yuletide sketches, festive stand-up and very scummy Santa stories! Book your tickets now, before it sells out! Follow on socials:

The Men They Couldn't Hang

6 Nov 2026 - 3 Dec 2026

The Men They Couldn't Hang came together in 1984 to perform at the alternative music festival in Camden town alongside the legendary Pogues and the Boot Hill Foot-Tappers. Paul Simmonds, Philip 'Swill' Odgers and his brother Jon, veterans of the Southampton based pop-punk band 'Catch 22', met Pogues roadie Stefan Cush whilst busking in Shepherds Bush in London. Their early line up was Stefan Cush (Vocals, Guitar), Paul Simmonds (Guitar, Bouzouki, and Keyboards), Philip Odgers (Vocals, Guitar, Tin Whistle, and Melodica), Jon Odgers (Drums, Percussion) and Shanne Bradley (Bass, Flute). Championed by the late John Peel their first single, a cover of Eric Bogle's 'Green Fields of France' (1984), became a big hit on the UK Indie charts and a staple of Peel's festive 50. Their first album, Night of a Thousand Candles, was released in 1985. It includes the singles 'Ironmasters' and 'Greenback Dollar'. Signing for MCA the following year, they recorded their second album, How Green Is the Valley, produced by Mick Glossop. Included on this album are thesingles 'Gold Rush', 'Shirt of Blue' and 'Ghosts of Cable Street'. In 1987 Shanne Bradley left the band and was replaced by Ricky McGuire, famous for touring with punk legends the UK Subs at the tender age of 17. With their third release in 1988, Waiting for Bonaparte, The Men They Couldn't Hangwere starting to achieve recognition across Europe for their political comment and raucous live shows.

Jim Moray

27 Jan 2027 - 13 Feb 2027

Jim Moray is an English folk singer, multi-instrumentalist and record producer.

Blow Up

7 Nov 2026 - 13 Nov 2026

Blow Up returns to Colchester for the first time since the 1990s. Colchester was the first town to hold a Blow Up event outside of the weekly London events way back then. We look forward to the return.

Joan As Police Woman

5 Nov 2026 - 23 Feb 2027

Acclaimed Brooklyn songwriter Joan As Police Woman announces rescheduled tour dates for 2022 with her trio featuring drummer Parker Kindred (Antony & The Johnsons, Jeff Buckley) and bassist Jacob Silver (Lee Fields). Joan has spent lockdown making and releasing new music including her second album of covers and her first live album. Joan also appeared on the Afel Bocoum album "Lindé" (World Circuit) and wrote and recorded "Simplicity" with Damon Albarn for the recent Gorillaz "Song Machine" album. A new Joan As Police Woman studio album is expected Autumn 2021 via PIAS. Sessions for the new record began in Paris in November 2019 with Dave Okumu and Afrobeat legend Tony Allen, who we lost 5 months later. For the 2022 tour, Joan and her trio will perform music spanning her career, including songs off the new albums and reworked classics.

Steve Knightley

5 Nov 2026 - 6 Dec 2026

As a long-serving troubadour of the folk and acoustic music scene, master songwriter and storyteller Steve Knightley has spent much of his life on the road, collecting songs, stories, anecdotes and observations with the odd disaster along the way. Best known for his work with the award-winning acoustic roots group Show of Hands, Steve has performed in venues from the Albert Hole in Bristol to the Albert Hall in London. His impressive back catalogue of songs are modern classics, still filling the folk clubs and festival fields, and forever influencing the next generation of folk artists. Steve says, 'A life on the road certainly has its challenges, but I can't say I'd do it differently if I had to start all over again. The format of 'Songs and Stories', and now 'Roadworks' allows me to share the stories I've collected over the years, along with plenty of observations along the way. It's just me, a radio mic and a couple of guitars which is daunting and liberating in equal measures, and it's enabled me to build elements into my shows which I've never been able to before.'

Will Wilde

29 Oct 2026 - 18 Mar 2027

Will Wildes intense harmonica style steals the spotlight from the traditional blues rock guitar, with a sound that owes as much to Gary Moore as it does to Sonny Boy Williamson. "Im always looking to make new sounds with the harmonica, pushing its boundaries, trying to change peoples perception of it. In fact Will has gone one step further and created his own signature "Wilde Tuned" harmonicas so he can play licks that werent possible before. They enable me to hold my own with any blues rock guitarist.

Maureen Younger: Be More Maureen

15 Nov 2026 - 15 Nov 2026

Single, child free and from working class stock, Maureen reflects on life (her own) romance (or rather lack of it) and ageing (lie about it) and why it's never a good idea to underestimate a middle-aged woman. Often described as opinionated, always seen as uniquely herself and never seen as a walk over. An hour in her company and you too will want to BE MORE Maureen.

Rob Newman: 21st Century Survival Guide

24 Jan 2027 - 24 Jan 2027

Hot on the heels of his new novel, INTELLIGENCE, Rob Newman returns to offer a Survival Guide to the 21st Century. How do we defend ourselves from oil shocks, chatbots and billionaire Tech Bros inciting civil war? Or stop AI stealing half our water, and water companies poisoning the rest? In a whistlestop tour of new ideas, Newman explores what clues history offers us for when the rich and powerful go ape.

Von Hertzen Brothers (Acoustic Enough)

31 Oct 2026 - 3 Nov 2026

Celebrating 25 years of music with unique reimagined performances from across the band’s celebrated catalogue Acclaimed Finnish progressive rock band Von Hertzen Brothers have announced a special run of UK theatre dates. Taking place in intimate seated venues across the country, the shows will celebrate the band’s 25th anniversary with a unique concert experience unlike anything they have presented in the UK before. The band wryly describe these performances as acoustic ‘enough’ - while the songs may be reimagined beyond their usual electric rock set-up, these shows are anything but stripped back. Far from a simple “unplugged” set, they interpret the band’s music in a way that feels intimate, expansive and more immersive than ever before. The three brothers, Mikko, Kie and Jonne von Hertzen are joined on stage by their bandmate, multi-instrumentalist Markus Pajakkala whose impressive array of instruments goes far beyond a traditional acoustic set-up. The brothers themselves also show off their insane musical skills, each playing multiple instruments and taking turns on drums, keyboards, guitars, vocals, percussion and whatever else happens to be at hand. Presented in seated theatre and cabaret-style venues, these evenings are designed to bring audiences closer to the songs and stories at the heart of the music. Spanning the band’s rich 25-year catalogue, audiences can expect fan favourites, deep cuts and rarely performed material presented in brand new arrangements created especially for these shows.

Boast in Show

2 Dec 2026 - 2 Dec 2026

Boast in Show is the hilariously uplifting comedy showdown where comedians battle with compliments instead of insults. Created by host and comedian Carl Carzana, and produced by comedian and producer Dawn Williams, this one-of-a-kind show has taken the comedy scene by storm, earning the Chortle Award for Best Live Comedy Format 2025 and 2026! Unlike traditional roast battles, Boast in Show flips the script. Challengers face off using elaborate compliments, grand gestures, and creative "boasts" to celebrate their opponent. From heartfelt poems and original songs to extravagant gifts - even a national day officially registered in a contestant's name; Comedians go to extreme lengths to outshine each other with kindness and win the hearts (and high scores) of the panel of expert judges. The only rule? Anything goes - apart from hurting each other's feelings! Watch as the circuit's best and brightest knock ten shades of self esteem in one another and battle it out to be crowned the Boast in Show.

Amelia Coburn

3 Dec 2026 - 24 Feb 2027

BBC Radio Young Folk Awards Nominee, UKE Magazine Best Newcomer winner and now English Folk Expo Mentor Scheme participant, Amelia Coburn is a truly stunning solo performer who bears comparisons to Kate Bush and Nick Drake with beguiling original folk and jazz influenced songs. Amelia has performed at Cambridge Folk Festival, Costa Del Folk in Ibiza and numerous other national and international events including sell out solo shows in her native North East and elsewhere as well as supporting a diverse range of artists including The Wedding Present, Steve Harley and the late folk legend Vin Garbutt.

Ben Poole

31 Oct 2026 - 27 Feb 2027

Inspired by the blues, infused with a hard hitting, 'in-yer-face' rock approach and topped-off by virtuoso musicianship, Ben Poole is being talked of as the new up-and-coming uk blues guitarist; one of the finest to have emerged in europe for years. having already played with, and received critical acclaim from some of his heroes; legendary blues artists including Jeff Beck, Gary Moore and John Mayall, it appears that there is no stopping this young and incredibly gifted musician. Touring to promote his new live album which will be available at the gig.

James Phelan

3 Nov 2026 - 10 Apr 2027

Star of The Greatest Magician, and the BBC’s most broadcast magician of the last decade - the award-winning James Phelan - debuts this breath-taking new magic show. Most infamous for jamming the BBC switchboard after correctly predicting the lottery, and described as ‘Joel Dommett meets Derren Brown’ - The Dreamer is a celebration of the impossible becoming possible. With ‘heartwarming story-telling’ (The Standard) and unparalleled ‘mind-blowing magic’ (Herald) - you’ll find yourself swept into a wonderful world of amazement, laughter and mystery. The Dreamer is an astonishing, enigmatic, five star rated spectacle that will leave you aching with laughter and dizzy in disbelief. You can’t afford to miss it.

Reece Kidd - 1 Irishman

12 Nov 2026 - 12 Nov 2026

Irish comedian Reece Kidd returns with a brand-new stand-up comedy show. Reece’s style is Irish fish-out-of-water: big storytelling, sharp characters, and the chaos of being an Irishman abroad. Expect playful dark humour (he’s Irish after all), fast improvisation, and crowd interaction that celebrates cultural differences Originally from Belfast, Reece now lives in London, performing at top comedy clubs during the week and touring internationally every weekend. He has spent the last two years travelling the globe, bringing his comedy to more than 30 countries. Every year he performs at the Edinburgh Fringe, the biggest arts festival in the world, where he has sold out his entire run for the last three years.

Lovers II Friends – 90S/00S Day Party

19 Dec 2026 - 18 Dec 2027

Finally! A day party for the millennial generation! Playing nothing but the best of 90s and 00s R’n’B and pop bangers. Still want to hit the club but be home by the time doors are usually open? We got you. Limited tickets, be quick! Playing Ja Rule / Ashanti, Usher, Britney Spears, Destiny’s Child, Nelly, Kelly Rowland, J-Lo, Cassie, Kelis, Dr Dre, Pink, Mary J Blige, Ludacris, Ne-Yo and loads more.

Myndstate: Deep Breath

15 Jan 2027 - 15 Jan 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved Seating Ages 16+ myndstate is a spoken-word artist known for blending hard-hitting, vulnerable performances with wit and humour. His words - full of emotion, storytelling, and rhyme - have made him a national poetry slam winner, got him featured on BBC, Sky, and Attitude, plus have amassed millions of views online. His new show takes you on a journey of hope & survival through his debut collection, deep breath. Exploring themes of sexuality, identity, love, and shame, it beautifully narrates the struggles of finding yourself, and your place, in a world that often doesn’t want you to belong. Having spent much of his life holding his breath, hiding who he is, myndstate's latest performance has him fully exhaling - and you can’t help but do it too. Follow on socials:

Late Night With Terry Wogan

5 Nov 2026 - 5 Nov 2026

This Event will take place in the komedia basement Unreserved Cabaret seating Ages 16+ Snack menu available Terry's back from the dead and he's brought a chat show with him. Featuring interviews with "real" celebrities and accompanied by a live band. Previous guests include: George Lucas, Ray Parker Jr, Sir Anthony Hopkins, Liza Minelli, DB Cooper, Tim Henman, Scarlett Johansson and several different Michael Caines. Terry Wogan is a recipient of a KBE / dead. 'A clever late-night romp' (Telegraph). (Mervyn Stutter's Pick of the Fringe). Winner of the 2026 Komedia Award for Alternative Comedy with the Nest

The Zangwills

18 Nov 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Indie-pop four-piece from the Cheshire area.

A Christmas Cracker!

5 Dec 2026 - 5 Dec 2026

Oh, we wish it could be Christmas every day….! And for one evening only, this December, you shall experience the wackiest, most wonderful, and sensationally sparkling Christmas event of your year! Yes! The Sassy Cabaret Club are back, and we’ve got permission to borrow Santa’s Special Sass Pants for this one! Expect all the usual Sassy shenanigans and craziness you’ve come to know and love… with a bittersweet ending… this will be our last show before we go on another well-earned hiatus. We need our 27-year rest you know. SO… miss this one at your peril… Santa’s elves will know (they always do!) and you’ll be off that Christmas card list forevaaaar! Let’s make this a Christmas Cracker Show to remember… and then some!

The Witchcraft and Vagrancy Act: a Horror Folk Christmas

17 Dec 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

This event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved seating The Witchcraft and Vagrancy Act returns to Komedia with A Horror Folk Christmas, a celebration of festive folky frights and creepy Christmas carols. Expect the usual mix of magic, murder, and misery as TWAVA makes this midwinter especially bleak. The Witchcraft and Vagrancy Act blends elements folk horror, dark cabaret, and the gothic, mesmerically unearthing the sinister side of traditional music with spooky sensibilities and a wicked sense of humour. The ghostly folk trio revel in exposing the horrors of our collective past, and Christmas offers a surprising wealth of upsetting songs and distressing folklore. Content warning: This show features flashing images and content some might find distressing, with references to murder, incest, infanticide, and suicide.

Do All The Christmas Things

9 Dec 2026 - 23 Dec 2026

Consider this your official invite to the most unhinged Christmas party in town. Part cabaret, part house party,Do All The Christmas Things wraps up, chaos, and pure joy in one big sparkly bow-and gives a glittery middle finger to festive burnout and winter gloom. If you’ve been naughty and nice crack open the dopamine, sip the serotonin, and get stuck in. With nightly special guests and big prizes. (no peeking before Christmas).

Kemah Bob: Love Child

1 Mar 2027 - 3 Apr 2027

Kemah Bob: Love Child Giraffes. VHS porn. Ketamine-infused breast milk. Acclaimed stand-up Kemah Bob (The Guardian's 10 Best Comedy Shows of 2024) returns with her much anticipated second show. Love Child is an intimate yet rowdy, personal yet electric, high-energy stand-up show from the “chest-achingly funny” Kemah Bob. Join her on a hilariously unhinged tour through what it’s like to be a woman with your dad’s lips, a chaotic childhood with questionable parenting, the very real science of epigenetic baggage, and her attempts at navigating the relentless pressure to be a Good Grown Up. ISH Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominee 2024. As seen on QI, Richard Osman's House of Games, Jonathan Ross' Comedy Club, Comedy Central Live, Don't Hate The Playaz and Guessable. As heard on the Off Menu podcast.

Longnose Puppets Presents: Penguin

19 Dec 2026 - 24 Dec 2026

Long Nose Puppets' show PENGUIN is based on the award-winning book by Polly Dunbar. Ben is delighted when he rips open his present - inside is a penguin. "Hello Penguin!" says Ben. Penguin says nothing. Ben tickles Penguin; he pulls his funniest face; he puts on a happy hat, sings a silly song and does a dizzy dance. Penguin says nothing. So Ben fires Penguin into OUTER SPACE... and Penguin comes back to earth without a word! It isn't until a passing lion intervenes that Penguin finally speaks...and when he does, Ben discovers something that was really worth the wait. Penguin is exciting, surreal, and full of surprises, full to the brim with lively songs by Tom Gray of Gomez that will have everyone joining in! It’s a spectacular theatre experience for all ages-especially 2-8 year olds!

The Witchcraft And Vagrancy Act Halloween Party

31 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2026

The Witchcraft and Vagrancy Act invites you to the Marginalia Halloween Party, a night of odd-folk and musical curiosities. Celebrate the spooky season with a special showcase of folky frights to make you wiggle-while-you-weep, with a Halloween fancy-dress competition! The Witchcraft and Vagrancy Act unearths the sinister side of folk music, exposing the horrifying underbelly in traditional music with the sensibilities of dark cabaret, folk horror, and the gothic. Draw back the Veil with Fae as Folk, the all-female bards who combine captivating folklore, ethereal harmonies and compelling instrumentation to take you on a journey of song and story.

Swiftogeddon: The Taylor Swift Club Night

13 Nov 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

A night dedicated to worshipping at the altar of Taylor Swift: non-stop Swifty all night: deep cuts, extended mixes, fan favourites and all the hits. Do you have a Blank Space in your diary? Then this night is Taylor-made for you! Join fellow fans in a celebration of the genius of the Swift - because she'll never go out of Style.

Robert White: 'THAT' Gay Autistic Keyboard Tanktop Comedy Guy!

18 Nov 2026 - 18 Nov 2026

Robert White is going on tour with a brand new show! Whether you're a fan from his series of Britain's Got Talent, or you're one of his millions of online viewers but only just realising that Robert is ‘THAT' Gay Autistic Keyboard Tanktop Comedy Guy, you'll want to see his mix of songs, stories, stand up, gags, props, improvisation, interaction and all sorts of other engaging naughty nonsense besides!

Nicola Mantalios: Zoe Explains it All

19 Nov 2026 - 19 Nov 2026

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved Seating Ages 16+ Zoe is a socially obtuse, dog loving, edge dweller, free from the constraints of charm she explains...it all. A chaotic hour of stand up, puppetry and lip sync, Zoe will take you on a ride through a truly original way of viewing the world and a truly immersive comedy experience. Nicola Mantalios is one of those wonderfully esoteric comedians with natural funny bones, whose transcendent sense of humour is near-impossible to quantify with cold analysis- chortle Follow on socials:

Zelt And Tashkezar + Support

14 Nov 2026 - 14 Nov 2026

You are cordially invited to an aural indulgent feast on a November Saturday evening (the 14th) at the ever so welcoming Komedia. We are excited to host Tashkezar and Zelt for the first time and reunite with Mazaika. Zelt ZELT is a London-based, Anglo-Turkish 3-piece. A SWANA-inspired, post punk/electronic chimaera. It takes in everything from acid house squelch to the twang of surf - reflecting love of artists as diverse as vintage 70s Djelimady Tounkara and early B-52s to the eardrum busting new wave electronic of Holy F★ck and Factory Floor. ZELT regularly play live shows in London and further afield. Tashkezar Egyptian Psych Funk from London/ Bristol/ Brighton. Combining Egyptian 80s/90s Pop, Balkan folk, and Turkish 70s Psych. Mazaika MAZAIKA is he incredible Igor Outkine on Vocals, Accordion and his genre defying, mind blowing Midi Accordion, and versatile and virtuosic violinist Sarah Harrison, who also brings her vocal talents to the proceedings and plays a mean Russian Domra! Known for their dazzling virtuosity, intoxicating passion and spontaneous theatricality and humour Mazaika have spent two decades enchanting audiences from the Cadogan Hall to the Crazy Coqs, Glastonbury to The Green Note and far beyond. The duo ignite the stage with Gypsy fire and Tango passion, operatic melodrama and classical virtuosity plus some hot club and hillbilly mayhem! Guaranteed to transport you from the fairytale Russian Steppe to the flickering Romany campfire, from the elegance of the Concert Hall to the glitter of The Moulin Rouge. The duo have also brought joy, romance and touch of the unexpected to hundreds of weddings, parties and special occasions. Wherever the celebration no venue is too eccentric, no destination too remote. Expect a unique, humorous and uplifting take on Russian Folk and Gypsy, Classical, Opera, Tango, Gypsy Jazz, Latin, Italian, French Chanson, Balkan Beat, Klezmer and evocative original material inspired by all of the above.

Red Richardson: Premium Economy

9 Nov 2026 - 7 Apr 2027

Red Richardson is an internationally renowned stand up comedian, writer, and actor. His ‘Stay Toxic’ videos and stand up clips have well over 250 million views on Instagram alone and subsequently his shows sell out theatres and comedy clubs across the globe. In 2023 his stand up show ‘The Best of Red Richardson’ sold out the Leicester Square Theatre in under 24 hours. In 2024 Red embarked on his Bugatti live tour, which he took to America and sold out the legendary Comedy Store in LA twice, with venues selling out months in advance and extra shows being added in every city of The UK and Ireland. He sold out London’s iconic Shepherd’s Bush Empire and added Australian and New Zealand dates due to demand in what became a 90-date global sell out tour. He is a regular performer at ‘Ricky Gervais and Friends’ live stand up shows with comedian Ricky Gervais and appeared in numerous comedy sketches with Gervais for Ricky’s ‘Dutch Barn’ vodka company. He was picked by Deadline as one of the top twenty new comedians in the world to watch for 2026 and shortly after appeared on Jimmy Fallon’s Tonight show. Reds special ‘Bugatti Live’ has been a smash hit on You Tube and is one of the biggest ever released by an English comic on the platform. He is about to embark on his second World Tour – The hotly anticipated Premium Economy Tour.

Killian Sundermann: Killian Dollar Baby

5 Nov 2026 - 22 Nov 2026

One of Ireland's most exciting new comedy stars returns with a brand-new show. After his sell-out UK and Ireland tour in 2025 including a total sell-out run at the Edinburgh festival Killian is back with Killian Dollar Baby.

Lawrence Chaney: Weight A Minute

25 Feb 2027 - 22 Apr 2027

Lawrence Chaney, the Scottish drag superstar best known for winning RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, is back with a brand new tour next year and has announced Aberdeen & Dundee shows! Scottish BAFTA winner Lawrence is best known for taking jabs at others but with the new show, the table has turned.. In his brand-new solo stand-up show WEIGHT A MINUTE, the Scottish drag superstar serves up razor-sharp wit as he deep dives into weight loss, dating and current affairs with zero shame and even less filter. Lawrence made history as the first Scottish and the first plus-size winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK. This led her to release her very own TV Show ‘Tartan Around with Lawrence Chaney’ which was broadcast globally, and on BBC 3 in the UK as part of her Drag Race victory. Since her Drag Race UK success, Lawrence has also written a book and partnered with many well-known brands whilst appearing back on your screens on some of the country’s favourite programmes including The British Sewing Bee, Celebrity Gogglebox, Saturday Night Takeaway, The wheel. She is even the face of IrnBru. Lawrence picked up a BAFTA Award in 2021 in the ‘Best Scot on Screen’ category. Age Guidance: 16+

Komedia Christmas Party

3 Dec 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

Unwrap the laughter this holiday season! Join in the Christmas fun with Komedia’s month-long run of festive parties featuring a three-course Christmas dinner, award-winning comedy show, and dancing until late – all under one roof. ‘I really can’t think of anything that could be improved. The food was great, the comedians so funny, and the DJ played some bangers!’ – Komedia Christmas Party Audience Member 2025 Whether you’re organising an office Christmas party or going out with a couple of friends, you can count on the Best Comedy Venue in the South to put on a night of cracking comedy! ‘The compere, Thanyia Moore, was fantastic and really got the audience laughing before the comedians came on. Both comedians were great! They coped well with the hecklers. Some of our group have already bought tickets to see them again.’ – Komedia Christmas Party survey 2025 WHAT’S INCLUDED? - A seasonal three-course Christmas meal freshly prepared in our own kitchen. - A festive edition of Komedia Comedy Club, the Best Pro Comedy Night in the South. You’ll be laughing all the way with Thanyia Moore, Maureen Younger, Rob Deering, Laura Lexx, Gbemi Oladipo, Emmanuel Sonubi, Keith Farnan, Michael Odewale, and Dana Alexander (line-ups are subject to change). - An after-party to dance to the best Christmas songs, party anthems, and your requests until late. Prices depend on date, ranging from £60 - £65. 18+

A Dinner With the Slts

6 Dec 2026 - 6 Dec 2026

This event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved seating Ages 16+ A Dinner with the SL★TS brings together two of the UK comedy circuit's tastiest talents, Laura Moss and Amelia Fritz. Join the irresistible duo for a delectable hour of stand up comedy. The show is a whimsical blend of religious upbringings, eccentric families, and bizarre dating dynamics, with a focus on celebrating ‘sluts’ and everything they encompass. YOU are also part of the show! Submit your dilemmas, and let the sl★ts give you their best, naughtiest advice, live on stage! Following a series of sold-out runs, A Dinner with the SL★TS is ready to feed YOU! As featured on: Comedy Central, Sky TV, Channel 4.0, Top Secret Comedy Club, Backyard Comedy Club, Big Belly Comedy Club.

ABBA Re-Bjorn at Christmas

16 Dec 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

This event will take place in the komedia basement CABARET SEATING (all seating is allocated on arrival) Voted UK’s TOP ABBA tribute act Get ready for one of the most authentic-sounding ABBA tribute acts around! With Swedish accents, high-energy performances, replica costumes, and tight harmonies, you’ll be thankful for the music. 'You truly made the event special and memorable for everyone that was lucky enough to attend' - ABBA in the Arctic, Sweden 2024 Join ABBA Re-Bjorn at Christmas to for a night of delicious food, free-flowing drinks, and faithful live music, reliving the iconic and much-loved songs of the legendary Swedish quartet in a festive setting. Waterloo, SOS, Dancing Queen - these and more are recreated by ABBA Re-Bjorn for a night of endless hits. Your ticket includes a three-course festive dinner! We will contact you closer to the show date to take your party’s food pre-order.

Ania Magliano: Peach Fuzz

11 Nov 2026 - 3 May 2027

Fresh from starring in the latest series of Taskmaster, Ania Magliano (Live At The Apollo, Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Show Nominee) brings a brand-new show full of jokes, confessions, and occasionally unhinged observations to venues nationwide. From the quirks of her own body to the legend that is Eve (yes, from Adam and), to her newly discovered boundaries, Peach Fuzz is Ania at her most relatable - and most funny.

Rhiannon - The Fleetwood Mac Show

27 Dec 2026 - 27 Dec 2026

Rhiannon comes to Brighton for the first time, one of the worlds leading tributes to Fleetwood Mac play a 2hr live set full of all the hits and classics.

Caitlin O'Ryan: at What Point

25 Nov 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

This event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved seating Ages 16+ Caitlin O’Ryan is an actor and poet from Greater Manchester, now based in London. Her poetry is known for being vulnerable, confronting and deeply relatable. Her debut poetry collection, At What Point, published by Burning Eye Books, will be available to purchase after her performance. The collection takes its name from her viral poem about the cost of being a woman in today’s society, which has amassed over 18 million views online and led to an appearance on BBC Woman’s Hour. Her work has been shared by the likes of Jameela Jamil, Natasha Bedingfield, Deborah Frances-White (The Guilty Feminist) and Sara Cox. She launched the collection at the Edinburgh International Book Festival in 2025, appearing in conversation with Hollie McNish. Caitlin has headlined some of London’s leading spoken word nights, including Spitnights, Groove Verse, Poet’s Palace, VERSES x Roundhouse and the international franchise Voices in Power, and performs regularly as part of Sofar Sounds. She has been commissioned by the British Heart Foundation, Refuge, and Amnesty International, performing on the latter’s behalf at Glastonbury Festival 2025. Best known on screen for her recurring role as Lizzie Wemyss in Outlander, she also hosts the podcast Have You Got Your Sh★t Together?, a warm, honest celebration of not having your sh★t together, featuring poets, musicians, politicians and actors

Uk Queen

20 Dec 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

UK Queen bring their sensational 2 hr live show packed with all the hits and classics, a must for any Queen fan.

The Music Of Wes Anderson Performed By Wes Banderson

19 Feb 2027 - 19 Feb 2027

The music of Wes Anderson performed by Wes Banderson Come and enjoy a celebration of the original score music and deep cut needle-drops from the films of Wes Anderson. Dressed in Team Zissou uniforms, and accompanied by live visuals, the five piece ensemble effortlessly switch between instruments as they move between the soundtracks of Rushmore, The Grand Budapest Hotel, The Royal Tenenbaums, The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou, Moonrise Kingdom, The Darjeeling Limited, Fantastic Mr. Fox and beyond. The group performs pieces from composers Mark Mothersbaugh, Alexander Desplatt, Sven Libaek, Shankar-Jakishan, Maurice Ravel and more. Don't miss it, because you won't hear this music performed anywhere else! (And don't forget to bring your red hat). Presented by Love Thy Neighbour. This is an 14+ event

Mark Simmons: Jest to Impress

6 Nov 2026 - 3 Jul 2027

Mark is back on tour in 2026 with Jest To Impress, a brand new show packed with even more expertly crafted one-liners, alongside his trademark off-the-cuff jokes based on random audience suggestions. Mark is enjoying further success with his podcast, Jokes With Mark Simmons, where he invites a fellow comic, such as Gary Delaney, Sarah Millican, Milton Jones, and Penn & Teller to discuss jokes that they’ve written but for whatever reason couldn’t get to work.

Cardiac Comedy 13

4 Nov 2026 - 4 Nov 2026

This event will take place in the komedia basement Unreserved cabaret seating Ages 16+ Snack menu available Cardiac Comedy Retuning for our 13th instalment as Brighton’s best charity stand up comedy night. 4 amazing comedians Roger Monkhouse, Dan Evans, Sarah Roberts and Dinesh Nathan all ably assisted by your MC Dave Blood. This will be a brilliant night of fund raising for the British Heart Foundation and The Sommerville foundation while having a dam good time.

Christian Jegard’s Christmas Bedsit Party

10 Dec 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Spend a warm festive evening in the bedsit of award-winning comedian Christian Jegard (as seen / heard on BBC3, Radio 4 Extra) with this unpredictable all-new alternative comedy show! Featuring Christmas-themed sketches, special guests, landlord avoidance, parlour games, music, mistletoe and merriment.

Thomé

13 Nov 2026 - 13 Nov 2026

In this intimate show, Thomé celebrates the release of his third album, Quero Ser Tudo, with a performance that engages in dialogue with the tradition of the Brazilian songbook. Accompanied by voice and acoustic guitar, the artist revisits hits from his solo career and interprets works by Milton Nascimento alongside MPB (Popular Brazilian Music) classics that have shaped his musical journey. Alternating between delicate and vibrant moments, the show reveals the power of the song in its purest form, guiding the audience through his Latin American emotional landscapes.

Mystery Musicals Day Party

14 Nov 2026 - 14 Nov 2026

Your ticket includes: - Movie musical sing-along show hosted by Lee Peart - Audience games with prizes for best dressed, best singers, and Dancing Queens - Mega-mix afterparty with the biggest musical theatre hits - Themed decorations by Flamingo Styling Turn this Day Party into a Bottomless Brunch with delicious eats from our Snack Menu and a glass or two of prosecco. Sing-along show The Mystery Musicals Day Party features an electrifying sing-along show hosted by comedian, presenter, and podcaster Lee Peart. It’s the songs you know and love with on-screen subtitles for you to raise your voice. You may even find yourself taking the stage to compete in a dance off or lip-synch battle! You can’t stop the beat with our Musicals Megamix playlist! Expect classics from Grease, Mamma Mia!, Hamilton, & Juliet, Waitress, Funny Girl, Six: The Musical, High School Musical, Singing In The Rain, The Greatest Showman, Heathers, Wicked, Dreamgirls, Hadestown, Hairspray, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and Disney hits too. We bet you could’ve danced all night, but this day party ends at 4pm.

Shovel Dance Collective

4 Feb 2027 - 14 Mar 2027

Shovel Dance Collective are a group of nine musicians brought together by a communal passion for the folk musics of the British Isles, Ireland and beyond. They nurture and synthesise this material with sensibilities drawn from drone, free improvisation, contemporary classical and metal, weaving this through with a deep sense of the ways in which traditional music holds queer histories, proto-feminist narratives and the voices of those who by their labour create the wealth of the world. They are simultaneously traditional and experimental, seeing folk music not as an archaeological artefact to be unearthed, but as a living communal activity, inviting and generous to those it speaks to.

Komedia New Comedy Award

17 Jan 2027 - 10 Feb 2027

Komedia New Comedy Award - Semi-Finals Komedia is thrilled to announce the return of the Komedia New Comedy Award in 2025, in association with Comic Boom comedy club and arts journalist Victoria Nangle. This is your chance to see the best of the next big things in comedy as they break through in this competition’s semi-finals, hoping for a coveted place in the KNCA Final. Hundreds of aspiring stand-ups submit clips in the hope of making it into a Komedia New Comedy Award semi-final heat. Each heat features eight of the exciting new comics we choose. Come along and cheer for your favourites! MCs and judges set to take part during the run of the competition include award winning television comedians and leading respected figures from the comedy industry. Due to the high standard of the comics who make it into these semi-final heats they sell out fast! Komedia New Comedy Award – the Grand Final After four fantastic semi-final heats, some difficult decisions for the judges and some wildcard contenders, 32 semi-finalists will have been whittled down to 12 finalists in our Komedia New Comedy Award competition. Headlining (while the judges make their decision) will be our Komedia New Comedy Award 2024 Winner Andrew Fox, who continues to go from strength to strength and make us very proud. We cannot wait to discover our next exciting KNCA winner for 2025! Tickets will sell fast so don't miss out on what promises to be a super Final compered by Angel Comedy’s Barry Ferns. Book now to see the next big new names in comedy. Marina Kobler (Komedia), Jill Edwards (Comic Boom comedy club) and Victoria Nangle (arts journalist) came together in 2020 to create this award and are very excited for its return in 2025. Our KNCA Final judges are leading respected figures from the comedy and television industry. Plus the Komedia powers that be. The Komedia New Comedy Award 2025 winner will win a bespoke award, a bottle of celebratory fizz and a spot at award-winning Comic Boom comedy club at Komedia.

Stand Up for Gaza

3 Dec 2026 - 3 Dec 2026

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved Seating Ages 16+ “I don’t trust anyone who doesn’t laugh.” -Maya Angelou Stand Up for Gaza brings people together, opens hearts and inspires action. Since launching in 2024, we’ve raised over £100,000 through comedy gigs supporting trusted grassroots humanitarian partners in Gaza. Past performers include Lou Sanders, Alexei Sayle, Mark Thomas, Jen Brister, Robin Ince, Esther Manito and Angela Barnes, alongside many more of the UK’s finest comedians. Join us for an unforgettable night of outstanding stand-up, community and solidarity, proving that while comedy can’t stop a war, it can bring people together and help change lives. Youtube

Black Parade - 00s Emo Anthems

30 Oct 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

The UK's biggest emo night! Emo party anthems all night from My Chemical Romance, Paramore, Taking Back Sunday, Fall Out Boy, Panic! At The Disco, The Used, All American Rejects, Jimmy Eat World, Enter Shikari, You Me At Six, Hawthorne Heights, Pierce The Veil, All Time Low and loads more.

Carole King's Tapestry: An Evening in Laurel Canyon

22 Nov 2026 - 22 Nov 2026

This event will take place in the komedia basement Unreserved cabaret seating Overlooking the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles’ Sunset Strip, Laurel Canyon hosted a community of musicians through the 1960’s and 70’s forming a hive of creativity in the age of hippies and flower power. Among Laurel Canyon’s residents were the likes of Neil Young, James Taylor, The Byrds, The Mamas & The Papas, Eagles, The Doors and Joni Mitchell. Performed by a live 6-piece band with vocals, in the first half of this concert you will hear music from the artists listed above as well as many other Laurel Canyon residents during this time. In the second half, we will perform in its entirety Carole King’s 1971 masterpiece Tapestry. Of all the albums released at this time in the Laurel Canyon community, Tapestry, arguably, sums up this counterculture best. It is a statement of togetherness, love in all its forms, feminism, and endless hope for the future. For more information about the Lewes Music Group, the musicians or An Evening in Laurel Canyon, please visit lewesmusicgroup.com

Gooseberry + Special Guests

6 Nov 2026 - 6 Nov 2026

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Standing show Be accompanied by an adult) Brooklyn-based trio Gooseberry, formed in 2019, melds alternative rock, indie, and blues to craft their distinctive sound. Comprising Asa Daniels (guitar, vocals), Evin Rossington (drums), and Will Hammond (bass), the band has racked up millions of streams and has garnered praise from editorial stalwarts Galore, Under the Radar, and more. They've become integral to NYC's music scene, headlining venues like Bowery Ballroom, as well as supporting notable touring acts such as Ringo Starr, BabyJake, and Tanner Usrey. In September 2024, Gooseberry released their debut full-length album, All My Friends Are Cattle. The album was tracked over the course of three months, predominantly at Precision Sound Studios in New York City. Drums were recorded by Grammy-winner James ‘Jimmy T’ Meslin (Dream Theater, John Petrucci, Rush). Grammy-winning engineer Colin Bryson (Zach Bryan, J Balvin, Willow Avalon) served as producer and recording engineer (reprising his role from the Validate Me EP). Grammy-winner Phil Joly (The Strokes, Lana Del Rey, Daft Punk) mixed the record, and Jennica Best (Colatura) mastered it. The record has already been streamed 3M+ times and counting. Now boasting 70K+ monthly listeners and major festival appearances under their belt, Gooseberry recently officially launched a new chapter with their sophomore LP, Simple Sucker, arriving September 25, 2026. With a new record on the way and tours taking them all over the US, Canada, and Europe, 2026 is shaping up to be their biggest year to date.

Laura Newman: Ark At She

1 Nov 2026 - 1 May 2027

Laura Newman is one of the most exciting new voices in British stand up and her unique take has created a following of millions online. Due to huge demand, Laura is bringing her debut show Ark At She! This show is packed with sharp, warm and gloriously unfiltered observational comedy about the trials and tribulations of adulthood, womanhood and parenthood. Her stories take the audience on a journey covering all the things nobody warns you about, and yet everybody recognises, with some hilarious twists and memorable moments. You can expect brutal honesty, razor sharp wit, and the kind of laughter that catches you completely off guard.

Jim White + Ben De La Cour

4 May 2027 - 4 May 2027

Numerous songs from White’s back catalogue have appeared in film and television, with his Primus-esque Word-Mule being featured in the Heisenberg Episode of Breaking Bad, while more recently Jim’s dreamy duet with Aimee Mann, Static on the Radio, graced the closing credits of the feature film El Camino. Americana music fans may recognise White as the narrator and de facto tour guide for the award-winning BBC documentary, Searching for the Wrong Eyed Jesus, a road movie set in the rural South which the LA Times described as “Decidedly strange, delightfully demented.” Prior to becoming a musician, White led an aimless, diverse life, working countless menial labour jobs, culminating in thirteen long years driving a taxi cab in New York City. It was during a psychological spiral at the end of those thirteen years that White crossed paths with David Byrne, who promptly signed White to a record deal. There followed a succession of critically acclaimed solo records. White recently completed his first novel, Incidental Contact, a “Magical Realism memoir” centring on a series of uncanny coincidences that befell him during his days driving a taxi. Ben de la Cour’s visceral songwriting grabs you by the heart and doesn’t let go. Weaving evocative stories of desperate characters with his signature “Americanoir” sound, de la Cour shines a glaring light on the human condition. De la Cour’s songs are as heartbreaking as they are beautiful. Photo Michel Goessens. Presented by Melting Vinyl. This is an 18+ event

The March Violets

3 Nov 2026 - 11 Nov 2026

Once Upon A Leeds, 1981. The March Violets strum their first riff and scrawl their first set list. Their impressive post-punk legacy stretches from 1980s BBC John Peel Sessions, indie chart success Radiant Boys EP, Grooving in Green, Snake Dance and Turn to the Sky (featured in the John Hughes movies, Some Kind of Wonderful), all the way to the 21st century reunion, headlining festivals across Europe & the USA and storming Record Store Day 2021 with sell-out double album Big Soul Kiss. And now, for the first time The March Violets are releasing their full back catalogue, with worldwide distribution via Jungle Records. Founder-members Rosie Garland (performer, poet and author) and Tom Ashton (guitarist, producer and studio owner) are joined by William Faith (musician and vocalist with Faith & the Muse, Conflict and the Bellwether Syndicate). They are excited to be back in the studio and recording their new album set for release in the summer of 2023 and also planning live dates in support of this and their back catalogue releases. They are joined by the mighty Rose Of Avalanche, one of Leeds' finest bands and purveyors of such beauties as L.A Rain, Always There etc.

Joshua Burnside

5 May 2027 - 22 May 2027

Northern Irish experimental folk songwriter and producer Joshua Burnside is something of a regional anomaly. With a brooding, powerful sound echoing artists of places afar and time long gone, his enthralling craft defies local comparison in striving towards an aesthetic as much as visual as it is sonic. Balanced with a diverse palette of sounds, Burnside deftly blends alt-folk and elements of the Irish folk song tradition with South American rhythms and Eastern European influences, whilst introducing synthetic and found-sounds, synths loops and crunching beats to create a stormy world that shifts and swirls perspective like a lingering lucid dream.

Brighton Soul Club

29 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

After our last sold out night we are pleased to announce the long awaited return of The Brighton Soul Club! The first night was a smash hit and our second night ‘The Brighton Soul Club 2’ is set to be even better. Set in the heart of Brighton, we have curated a space where every individual can connect with soulful music and express themselves authentically through dance. We are going to be spinning Northern Soul, Motown, and Modern Soul, strictly on vinyl. We like to invest in the local soul community so we’ve got a brilliant line up of local DJ’s to keep your backs off the wall and feet on the floor. No hate, no judgement and no drinks on the dance floor.

Patrick Spicer: The Big Daddy Spice Tour

6 Oct 2027 - 5 Dec 2027

Patrick Spicer is a stand-up comedian and comic actor quickly making a name for himself with a distinctively playful, relaxed stage presence and offbeat, unpredictable writing. His stand-up and sketch videos have gained over 10 million views across TikTok and Instagram, with over 40 thousand followers. He has been nominated for both Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year and Chortle Best Newcomer, and was a finalist in the Amused Moose National New Comic Award and Leicester Square Comedian of the Year. As a writer and actor he has starred in dozens of online shorts featured on BBC3, BBC iPlayer and Channel 4 Online, as well as television roles including The Mash Report on BBC2

Ciao, Italy ! (Stand Up In Italian )

29 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

Brighton’s first-ever Italian stand-up comedy night. Get ready for an evening of laughs, stories and plenty of Italian flair, as some of the funniest voices in Italian comedy take to the stage in Brighton. Live stand-up in Italian hosted by multi award winner Stefania Licari ★ Special guest comedians. Italian humour, stories & chaos. Whether you’re Italian, learning the language, or simply fancy a night of comedy with a difference - come along and join us for a night of laughs, and bella vita!

Luke Wright: Yes.

28 Jan 2027 - 28 Jan 2027

Luke Wright used to think he had the answers. Now he's not so sure. For twenty-five years, Fringe First winner Luke Wright has been writing poems that wrestle with the world around him. In this new show, he discovers that certainty is rarely as useful as he once thought. As children grow up, heroes become more complicated and old certainties begin to wobble, Wright finds himself looking again: at the country he lives in, the people he loves, and even those he thought he'd already made his mind up about. Part poetry, part stand-up Yes. is about changing your mind without losing your convictions - and staying open in an increasingly entrenched world.

James Lavelle

29 Dec 2026 - 29 Dec 2026

For the past 30 years, James Lavelle has been at the forefront of global club culture. Known as much for his eclectic DJ sets as for his production work with UNKLE, Lavelle has been lauded as a highly influential tastemaker and musical curator.  As the founder of Mo' Wax Records and UNKLE, Lavelle nurtured, worked and rubbed shoulders with some of the most influential artists of the decade, including DJ Shadow, Ian Brown, Thom Yorke, Richard Ashcroft, Brian Eno and Massive Attack, as well as playing at some of the UK’s most iconic clubs.

Matt Richardson: Bit Much Mate

17 Sept 2027 - 20 Nov 2027

Being loud, brazen and a little bit lairy was all Matt needed to propel himself onto the comedy Multi-award-winning comedian, presenter, and viral sensation, Matt Richardson has always been told, "Bit much mate."A bit too loud, a bit too honest, and a bit TMI. What can he say? It's just in his nature, and this is where he does it best: live, on stage, no filter. Expect a non-stop, high-octane show filled with his signature "hilarious and charming" (The Mirror) stand-up, with the same unapologetic vibe that's landed him many TV appearances and over 100 million views online. Whether you know him from the telly, from his "Another Good Question" series on TikTok, or you're coming in completely fresh, Bit Much Mate is honest, chaotic, hilarious, and very Matt. As seen on Nevermind The Buzzcocks, Love Island Aftersun, Drunk History and who can forget Celebrity Coach Trip.

Bogan Bingo

2 Dec 2026 - 18 Mar 2027

Celebrating 10 years of mullets & mayhem at Komedia Brighton! Strap in and prepare to experience the simmering chaos of the comedy game-show Bogan Bingo – one of the UK’s longest running bingo shows. Expect a unique night of hilarious entertainment mixing classic 80s anthems, an eye watering version of bingo, ridiculous prizes, appalling choreography, air guitars, mullet haircuts and two Aussie lunatics trying to hold it all together! Don’t miss out – book your tickets now! PLEASE NOTE: If you are a group booking individually, please send us an email to let us know your total group size so that we can reserve you a table. These carnage-filled crackers sell out every year so if you’re planning a Xmas get together or staff party, book now or risk spending it crying into a lukewarm pint at a sad pub carvery with Janet from accounts. This event will take place in the Komedia Basement Unreserved cabaret seating Ages 18+

Boogie Wonderland -- 70s Disco

31 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

It’s back! After a longer break than we wanted the club that completely sold out 2019 and finished with our massive NYE party Boogie Wonderland is back at Komedia spinning the best tunes from the 1970s. Nothing but good rhythms from the decade, sure to get your body moving on the dance floor. Expect to hear: Bee Gees / Fleetwood Mac / Abba / Donna Summer / Earth, Wind & Fire / Stevie Wonder / T. Rex / Kate Bush / Siouxsie and The Banshees / Marvin Gaye / Hot Chocolate / Elton John / Prince / David Bowie / The Emotions / Diana Ross / Patti Smith / Talking Heads / Carly Simon / ELO/ Wild Cherry / The Rolling Stones / Funkadelic / Roxy Music / Chic / Queen / Sugarhill Gang / The Commodores / Sly and The Family Stone / K.C. & The Sunshine Band / Blondie / Gloria Gaynor / Roy Ayers / Kool & The Gang / The Spinners / Otis Redding / The Emotions/ The Jackson 5 / James Brown / Gladys Knight / Bootsy Collins

Comedy

Christmas

Comedy at Christmas: the Best of Edinburgh Fringe

14 Dec 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Hot off the Edinburgh Fringe and coming to Komedia this Christmas, get ready for the best comedy night of the festive season. We're bringing together a stellar bill of award-winners, award-nominees and best-reviewed acts fresh from Edinburgh Fringe 2026, for one unmissable evening of belly-laughs. The night is in aid of Rockinghorse Children's Charity. Treat yourself to some heart-warming fun this Christmas. Final line-up to be announced.

Michael Akadiri: Don't Call Me Uncle!

5 Nov 2026 - 6 Mar 2027

Following two hit UK tours, Biggest Award in Comedy nominee and resident (junior) doctor Michael Akadiri prescribes Brighton with a potent preview of his latest offering, Don't Call Me Uncle! Multi-award-winning comedian Michael is proud to wear many hats: doctor, husband & father. Evidently, that list does not include uncle. Yet, despite only being in his early 30s, for the first time ever, he was recently called uncle in public (a term usually reserved for elders!). This has sent him spiralling! Join Akadiri as he fights this lurid allegation, contemplates the difference between perception and reality all whilst keeping the laughs flowing with his trademark politically punchy anecdotes. As seen on Comedy Central LIVE, ITVs Stand Up Sketch & Channel 4's Stand Up to Cancer.

Ignacio Lopez: Nada

30 Oct 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Star of Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You, QI, Richard Osman's House of Games & Comedy Central Live; Ignacio Lopez returns with perhaps his most ambitious and pretentious project yet.

Comedy

Pleasure Incorporated

20 Mar 2027 - 20 Mar 2027

What if sex workers could get drunk at the office Christmas party? Had colleagues they could gossip with? Went to performance reviews with their managers? What would it be like if the oldest profession in the world was just a regular office job? Drawn from Jemima’s lived experience of escorting in Berlin and as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse (CSA), this lyrical one-woman play is an insightful, witty and sensitive exploration of one woman's route to selling sex and how that spools out into her friendships, relationships and society.

Dan Schreiber: This Changes Everything

6 Nov 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

In 'This Changes Everything', Dan Schreiber (host of the QI podcast ‘No Such Thing As A Fish’ and award-winning author of ‘The Theory Of Everything Else’) presents an evening of astonishing facts and hilarious tales, as he showcases the findings of his latest investigations into the world of the weird. Which billion dollar industry was created by a dead doctor during a seance? Which Hollywood star was said to have a magical foreskin? How do you get into the world’s secretest secret society? And how do all things connect to each other? Straddling the world between sense and nonsensibility, Schreiber dives into the funniest, weirdest, and most unbelievable true stories you’ve never heard. Dan Schreiber is co-host of the smash-hit QI podcast No Such Thing As A Fish (“Hilarious. Sideways. Brilliant.” Tim Minchin) and bestselling author of The Theory of Everything Else (“Utterly compelling and totally bizarre.” Louis Theroux)

Ted Hill: 110% Weird

28 Feb 2027 - 23 Apr 2027

Ted Hill invites you inside his strange and chaotic mind for a hilarious show about fitting in, standing out, and self-acceptance. Would Ted be better off as a “normal” comedian, or staying true to himself with multimedia, over-engineered technology, and an abundance¹ of facts about birds of prey?

Joe Avati: Good Old Days!

24 Apr 2027 - 30 May 2027

Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt as one of the world's most loved comedians, Joe Avati, brings his hilarious trip down memory lane comedy show to the UK. Over three decades, Joe Avati has cemented his reputation as one of Australia's biggest comedy exports, originally captivating audiences with his razor-sharp observations about growing up Italian in Australia.

Workshops

Story Magic - Baby Sessions

6 Nov 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Live music, storytelling and sensory fun for babies under 18months. Join performers Tashi and Jack from award-winning children’s theatre company Fideri Fidera in an entertaining and engaging class that will ignite the magic of storytelling. Each 35-minute session will explore a different story and includes original songs, classic nursery rhymes, sensory props and puppets to help build connection and support development. No need to rush off after as the room will stay open until 1.30, so you're welcome to stay for a feed, change and a chat.

Robin Morgan - Silly Goose

17 Sept 2027 - 28 Nov 2027

Robin Morgan is back with a brand new hilarious stand-up show. Robin’s well into his mid-30s. His group chats are full of conversations about pensions and house renovations. So it must be time to stop the silliness, right? Time to start acting like a grown up? Or... is it? Join the star of Mock The Week, Radio 4’s The News Quiz and host of the award-winning What Just Happened? for even more jokes, silliness and even a true story about being attacked by a goose. Robin has been described as “utterly hilarious”, “a master of crowdwork” and “bloody funny - surely on the verge of nationwide fame.” He co-hosts the hit podcasts For Wales, See Wales and Speaking As A Mother, co-created Ellie Taylor’s Safe Space for BBC Radio 4 and hosts a weekly Sunday show on BBC Radio Wales. He’s written for Have I Got News For You, The Last Leg and 8 Out of 10 Cats and is the studio warm-up artist for The Graham Norton Show. He’s also supported Ellie Taylor, Iain Stirling, Sophie McCartney, Russell Kane and Adam Kay on tour.

Adam Riches is Sean Bean in ‘How the Bean Saved Christmas’

11 Dec 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Last Christmas, he gave you his heart. But the very next year, you gave it away. What the hell were you thinking? So now The Bean is back. Back with more chaos. Back with more buNoonery. Back to save Christmas, once and for all. Starring Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner Adam Riches AS ‘Sean Bean’ and All of You AS ‘A Bunch of Bastards’.

Keith Barry Unhinged: the Final Shows

15 Nov 2026 - 15 Nov 2026

Following a completely sold-out nationwide tour - including a landmark performance at Dublin’s 3Arena - Keith Barry has announced additional dates across Ireland and, for the first time, the UK, for his acclaimed show Unhinged: 25 Years Inside Your Minds. With demand at an all-time high, these newly added dates represent the final opportunity to experience the show before Keith Barry takes a two-year break from touring. Keith Barry Unhinged - 25 Years Inside Your Minds celebrates 25 years of mind-blowing magic, hypnosis, and brain hacking. Get ready, because Keith Barry is about to get inside your head like never before with his most unpredictable, jaw-dropping, and hilarious live show yet. This is a rare chance to be part of a landmark moment, celebrating 25 years of mind-blowing entertainment from one of Ireland’s most celebrated performers.

King Awesome

12 Jun 2027 - 12 Jun 2027

King Awesome are the ultimate tribute to the glory days of late-'80s Sunset Strip rock, when big riffs, bigger hair and even bigger parties ruled the world. Delivering an all-killer, no-filler set packed with the biggest anthems from Bon Jovi, Van Halen, Def Leppard, Mötley Crüe, Guns N' Roses, Poison, Whitesnake and more, KingAwesome recreate the energy, excess and excitement of rock's most outrageous era. With blistering guitars, soaring vocals and a high-octane stage show full of fist pumps, singalongs and tongue-in-cheek '80s attitude, King Awesome keep audiences rocking, partying and living like it's 1989.

Sofie Hagen: I Think Some of This is My Fault

23 Sept 2027 - 23 Sept 2027

Sofie won Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Festival in 2015 and she thinks you all stopped talking about it too soon. Remember TV? Yeah, she did that too. You may know her from that but it's more likely you know her from the internet, where she's been both funny and angry at times. Sofie is from Denmark, but learned English at the age of 4, just so she could go to the UK in 2-27 and do stand-up. Anyways, despite being constantly online from 2016-2024, she never saw it coming that the fascists would be taking over. She did so many feminist tweets to prevent it. How can this be happening? Sofie has always tried to do the right thing, but now she has to ask herself: Did she do the right thing? And what will she say, with her last remaining freedom of speech? It better be good. She better be good.

The Album Era Performs Black Sabbath's Paranoid

30 Oct 2026 - 30 Oct 2026

In this special Halloween concert, The Album Era performs Black Sabbath’s 1970 album Paranoid in its entirety! Oozing with classic riffs and heavy-hitting instrumentation, Paranoid defined the early days of heavy metal with iconic tracks like “War Pigs,” “Iron Man,” and “Electric Funeral.” In addition to this legendary record, expect even more Sabbath and Ozzy classics-from “Into the Void” to “Crazy Train.” It might get loud...as this event lands right in the heart of Spooky Season, fancy dress is very much encouraged! Featuring a collective of seasoned musicians from across the UK, the Album Era reproduces rock’s most iconic albums with authenticity to the original sounds and studio effects-while delivering a powerful and engaging live experience.

Clubbing

The House of Roy - a Night of Soulful, Deep and Disco House

14 Mar 2027 - 14 Mar 2027

The House of Roy brings you an afternoon and evening for some serious hip shaking. It will be a journey through of Disco, Soulful and deep house music - with roots and direction - So come along and join Roy and Roy for what promises to be a night of great music, unbelievable sound system and a chance to make new friends - with part of the proceeds being donated to a local charity - Survivors Network.

Sean Collins: Good to Be Here

12 Feb 2027 - 26 Feb 2027

1.14M followers. 100M+ views. Canadian road comic Sean Collins brings Good To Be Here to Tiverton - a straight hour, no gimmick, no theme. A lot of laughs! Sean Collins has been a professional stand-up for 32 years. Born and raised in Canada and now based in the UK, he has played Just For Laughs Montreal and the Edinburgh Festival, with television for Comedy Central and The Comedy Store on Paramount. Online he has built an audience of 1.14 million followers and more than 100 million views - and a genuinely international one, with crowds across the US, Canada, the UK and Australia.Good To Be Here is a straight hour. No gimmick, no theme, no story arc - just a road comic doing the thing he has spent three decades getting good at. Warm, fast and unsparing. Plus support

Micky Overman: Don't Threaten Me With a Good Time

29 Sept 2027 - 4 Dec 2027

Following a hugely successful international tour, culminating in a sold-out Royal Theater Carré in Amsterdam, Micky’s back on the road with a brand new show that asks: How do you make sense of a world that keeps getting worse, when your own life keeps getting better? Micky Overman is an award-nominated comedian, whose previous shows have received critical acclaim. With over 325,000 followers, tens of millions of views online, and appearances on ITV2, Channel 4, and LUBACH, Micky has rapidly built a reputation as one of the sharpest and funniest voices working in comedy (both in Britain and beyond). Join her for an evening of spot-on observations, hilarious stories and hopefully a nugget of wisdom or two. Wisdom not guaranteed

Sam Eley is Basil Crumbwick: Soul Sewage

14 Jan 2027 - 26 Feb 2027

Say hello to a horrid bloke. Award-winning late-night villainy from an uncomfortable mind.

Tom Glover: Did You Watch That Reel I Sent You?

5 Feb 2027 - 24 Jun 2027

The UK's most unlikely TikTok sensation, Tom Glover, embarks on his first UK tour! A live stand-up show from the man whose online reels have reached millions of people worldwide. Featuring hilarious takes of marriage, parenting and growing up in the 90s. If you're at an age where coming to this show is an admin nightmare of babysitters, bedtimes and designated drivers then this is probably the show for you.

Britallica - Britney Spears Metal Tribute

21 Nov 2026 - 13 Jun 2027

Britallica is the worlds first metal tribute to Britney Spears a high-energy mashup of pop princess anthems and headbanging metal attitude. Expect iconic hits like Toxic and Baby One More Time reimagined with crushing guitars, powerful vocals, and thundering drums. For the nostalgic metalhead and the fearless pop fan alike Britallica is where guilty pleasure meets heavy pleasure.

Patrick Monahan - I'm Not a Terrorist, I'm Freddie Mercury

3 Nov 2026 - 14 May 2027

He's more in common with Freddie Mercury than Hezbollah. He's had visas turned down & access restricted. 60 minutes to prove he's not a terrorist.

Disco Kidz - Halloween Special

1 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 2026

This event will take place in the komedia basement Recommended for children aged 4+ - Maximum three children to every adult. Standing show Family friendly party music for Kidz and guardians! Disco Kidz is here for a spo0o0oOky Halloween special! The day-time club for kidz and guardians to break out their best moves and Halloween costumes on the dancefloor. Disco Kidz DJs will play the finest music alongside some Halloween themed tunes! Expect DJ’s, dance-offs, a fully stocked bar, giveaways and face painting. Playing the classic tunes, getting the kidz into music culture, and the whole family partying in the club together! What’s not to love? Music played at safe volumes. Fully stocked bar. Prizes Buggy park. No adults admitted without a child. Maximum three children to every adult. All children must have a ticket except babies in slings. Please note this event runs for 2.5 hours. Refunds will not been given for turning up close to the end of the event.

Disco Kidz - New Year's Eve Special

31 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

This event will take place in the komedia basement Recommended for children aged 4+ - Maximum three children to every adult. Standing show Disco Kidz is here for a New Year’s Eve special! The daytime club for kidz and guardians to break out their best moves on the dancefloor. Expect DJ’s, dance-offs, a fully stocked bar, giveaways and face painting. Special New Year’s Eve “Midnight” countdown at 3pm. Playing the classic tunes, getting the kidz into music culture, and the whole family partying in the club together! What’s not to love? Music played at safe volumes. Fully stocked bar. Prizes Buggy park. No adults admitted without a child. Maximum three children to every adult. All children must have a ticket except babies in slings. Please note this event runs for 2.5 hours. Refunds will not been given for turning up close to the end of the event. Special New Year’s Eve “Midnight” countdown at 3pm.

Hudson Freeman + Support

24 Feb 2027 - 24 Feb 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia basement Standing Show Ages 14+ JOY. CONCERTS PRESENTS: Hudson Freeman + Support Hudson Freeman is a Brooklyn-based Lofi-Folk artist, inspired and forged by the DIY midwest. Born in Waxahachie, Texas to Evangelical missionaries, Hudson started writing songs upon a radical break at the age of thirteen when his family suddenly moved from the suburbs of Dallas to The Kingdom of Eswatini. The profound influence of indie big-hitters like Sufjan Stevens and Bon Iver, as well as college years spent in Springfield, Missouri made a do-it-yourself midwesterner out of Hudson. After graduating school and waiting out a pandemic, he headed to Brooklyn, where things really began to stick. His 2025 record, "Is A Folk Artist" is a disarmingly-distinct collection from a digital-age storyteller. It weaves issues of faith, belonging, and anxiety into a modern folk record that feels increasingly more monumental by the minute. Much like the artists who inspire him like Sufjan Stevens, Pedro the Lion, Weed (pre-hotline TNT), Hudson Freeman finds himself at a uniquely turbulent coming-of-age moment. His music is shaped by a religious upbringing, grappling with moral absolutism, fleeting friendships, and navigating a search for belonging online. Then, the riff took the world by storm. His new song "If You Know Me" drew in attention from the masses, catapulting Freeman into a wider spotlight than ever. It's a moody blend of bedroom pop, folk, slowcore, and post-emo, stitched together by a singular guitar riff and mantra-style lyrics, confirming Hudson's undeniable knack for melody. The demo turned barnburner “If You Know Me” sent Freeman into the spotlight, released last November with a blown out cover of The Stones'/Flying Burrito Brothers' “WIld Horses” to boot. Earlier this year, he released a split EP, Adult Contemporary, with his friend The Bedroomer. A collaborative effort, the duo diving deeper into similar topics and sounds as Freeman continues to hone his sound and explore life’s curiosities. Now, nearly a year after "If You Know Me" changed Freeman’s life, he’s working harder than ever. Spending more time than ever on the road, 2026 has seen Hudson take the stage at Luck Reunion, Newport FolkFest, opening slots for Mumford & Sons and Foxwarren, plus sold-out headline shows across the country and across the pond. Even all of that hasn't been able to slow down the songwriter. His new album, his first with Mom+Pop, is set to release this fall.

Iain Lee: Imposter Syndrome

20 Feb 2027 - 20 Feb 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved Seating Ages 16+ Star of The 11 O'Clock Show, winner of (the hearts and minds of the nation on) I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here and fired from almost every radio station in the UK, Iain Lee invites you to Commemorate his 30 years in show business. For his whole career, he had impostor syndrome, believing he didn’t deserve his success. He constantly wondered whether he was any good and downplayed any successes. Now at 53, Iain has started to question himself...what if he was actually...OK? Or even quite good? Join him on his First-ever tour as he shares some of the best (and most embarrassing) clips from his career, including The 11 O’Clock Show, how he tricked Kate Garroway on Good Morning Britain and Bob Mortimer’s prank calls to his radio show. Find out...What Ricky Gervais and Sacha Baron Cohen were really like. Why is he obsessed with Ghostbusters 2? And how on earth did he get trapped down a well? And reminisce about Minty Biscuit and whether Geoff from Barton could Drive or not? "Raw, bold and unfiltered" The Independent "Iain Lee is a nasty, vile piece of work" Dan Wooton "Delighting (and outraging) audiences for nearly 30 years" The Guardian “I had tears streaming down my face” Bob Mortimer

Shane Daniel Byrne: Baby This Time

19 May 2027 - 19 May 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved Seating Ages 16+ Ireland's megastar Shane Daniel Byrne is back. "He storms a room." Tommy Tiernan You're invited along to Shane for an hour of fast paced and heartfelt stand Up comedy. All his mates are having babies but Shane's just having the craic! Is that so Wrong? 'Baby This Time' is set to be Shane's most personal show to date. A show About what makes a man who can't make a baby. "My favourite new Irish comedian for many years" David O'Doherty "Shane Daniel Byrne is my favourite" Irish Examiner ★★★★ Broadway World ★★★★★ "Superb as always" GCN Magazine

Tape Face: 20

11 Mar 2027 - 11 Mar 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia basement Unreserved Cabaret seating Snack menu available Celebrating over 20 years of TAPE FACE, he is back on tour in the UK for the first time since 2019. Mime with noise, stand-up with no talking - drama with no acting. Las Vegas headliner TAPE FACE has become a global sensation. See the critically award-winning show that started it all back at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Physical comedy, mime, and silent stand-up collide in an unforgettable performance that will leave you laughing, gasping, and lost for words. TAPE FACE has to be seen to be believed. ‘sublime physical lunacy...fight for a ticket’ Time Out ★★★★★ ‘a delight from start to finish ‘ The Scotsman ★★★★★

Coldplace

11 Nov 2026 - 9 Oct 2027

Coldplace are a tribute band whose quality and experience on the tribute scene are second to none. In 12 years the band have over 600 gigs under their belts across the length and breadth of the UK and abroad in over twenty different countries worldwide. The band are firmly established in many of the UK's top tribute venues with repeat bookings year after year. They regularly tour Europe and have played in 22 different countries worldwide. Their adventures have lead them to appear on Sky News, BBC Radio One and Two and The Gadget Show and to have played at major festivals alongside Bob Geldof, KT Tunstall, Ringo Starr, The Kaiser Chiefs, Razorlight and Roxette to name but a few. Coldplace know what is expected from a live tribute show - the accuracy, musicianship, dedication and passion for Coldplay's music. Their aim, as a tribute to one of the world's biggest bands, is to capture the feeling of a live Coldplay performance, the music, the visuals, the energy and the atmosphere. The band have extensive experience of all types of shows, from clubs to theatres, festivals to corporate functions and weddings to birthday parties. They have played for small and large crowds, from a handful of people to over 50,000. They are no strangers to main stages and headline spots at festivals and have played some of the largest tribute festivals in Europe such as Mathew Street Festival, Bospop (Netherlands), Glastonbudget and the legendary Fake Festivals.

Sweat

20 Nov 2026 - 20 Nov 2026

We're EXTREMELY excited to announce that this extra special SWEAT at Komedia Studio will be headlined by none other than the iconic GUPI.

The Brighton Soul Club

29 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

After a 10-month hiatus, we’re pleased to announce the long-awaited return of The Brighton Soul Club. Our first three nights were sold-out smash hits, with 200+ soul music enthusiasts coming together to dance, connect, and live their best lives. Now, The Brighton Soul Club 4 is set to be even bigger and better. Situated in the heart of Brighton, we’ve created a space where everyone can connect through soulful music and express themselves authentically through dance. Expect Northern Soul, Motown, and Modern Soul, played strictly on vinyl. We’re passionate about supporting Brighton’s local soul community, so we’ve brought together a brilliant line-up of local DJs to keep your backs off the wall and your feet on the floor all night long. No hate, no judgement and no drinks on the dance floor.

Suspiciously Elvis Christmas Special

21 Dec 2026 - 21 Dec 2026

This event will take place in the komedia basement CABARET SEATING (all seating is allocated on arrival) Eat, drink, dance and worship at the altar of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll with a themed Christmas night to remember! Ivor Potter is SuspiciouslyElvis; an act that simply blows other similar tributes out of the water. Featuring a six-piece band including backing singers who will re-create one of Elvis’ early 70s Vegas era shows. ‘Sheer brilliance... Magic!’ Katie Weitz, The Sun The full ticket includes a three course festive meal. We will also require a food pre-order for your party, and will contact you nearer December

Red Richardson Premium Economy Tour

18 Feb 2027 - 18 Feb 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia basement Unreserved cabaret seating Ages 18+ Snack menu available LIVE NATION PRESENTS: Red Richardson Premium Economy Tour Red Richardson is an internationally renowned stand up comedian writer, and actor. His ‘Stay Toxic’ videos and stand up clips have well over 250 million views on Instagram alone and subsequently his shows sell out theatres and comedy clubs across the globe. In 2023 his stand up show ‘The Best of Red Richardson’ sold out the Leicester Square Theatre in under 24 hours. In 2024 Red embarked on his Bugatti live tour, which he took to America and sold out the legendary Comedy Store in LA twice, with venues Selling out months in advance and extra shows being added in every city of The UK and Ireland. He sold out London's iconic Shepherd’s Bush Empire and added Australian and New Zealand dates due to demand in what became a 90-date global sell out tour. He is a regular performer at ‘Ricky Gervais and Friends’ live stand up shows with comedian Ricky Gervais and appeared in numerous comedy sketches with Gervais for Ricky's ‘Dutch Barn’ vodka company. He was picked by Deadline as one of the top twenty new comedians in the world to watch for 2026 and shortly after appeared on Jimmy Fallon’s Tonight show. Reds special ‘Bugatti Live’ has been a smash hit on You Tube and is one of the biggest ever released by an English comic on the platform. He is about to embark on his second World Tour - The hotly anticipated Premium Economy Tour Follow on socials:

Carsie Blanton

1 Apr 2027 - 15 Apr 2027

A radical folk artist, Carsie's infectious melodies and lyrical wit keep listeners rapt while she conjures spirits of vaudeville, campfire singalongs, and punk rock.

Stand Up for Animals Comedy Night

10 Nov 2026 - 10 Nov 2026

As part of Orangutan Caring Week, join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter and entertainment at our very own Stand Up For Animals comedy night! Get ready for a fantastic night of comedy at Komedia Brighton, one of the UK's leading independent comedy venues, conveniently located just a short walk from Brighton train station. We've got a brilliant line-up of award-winning comedians, ready to make you laugh: Taking place during Orangutan Caring Week, this special evening is a chance to enjoy some amazing comedy while supporting a vital cause. To date, we have rescued 270 orangutans, giving them a second chance at life and helping them on their journey towards a future in the wild. By joining us, you'll help raise essential funds to rescue and care for orangutans and protect this critically endangered species, giving them the chance to thrive in their natural habitat. As well as an evening packed with laughter, there'll be fabulous prizes to win in our raffle and an opportunity to hear more about our lifesaving orangutan rescue and rehabilitation work. Tickets are limited for this exclusive event, so don't miss out - get yours while they last!

Days out

Fairs

Music

Record Fair

6 Dec 2026 - 5 Dec 2027

Come along for a chance to browse thousands of great vinyl bargains and collectors items. Specialist sellers will be there and it’s a great way to find the music you love and discover new sounds.

Bring Your Own Baby Comedy

3 Nov 2026 - 1 Dec 2026

Bring Your Own Baby Comedy is the UK’s premier baby-friendly comedy club! Our award winning shows feature the funniest comedians in a totally baby-friendly environment. Most importantly our events are all about you… the parents! (But don’t worry – we also take great care of our younger guests.) We provide soft flooring, buggy parking and baby changing, so that your baby is happy and you can relax. The bar is fully stocked, whether you fancy a cuppa or even something a bit stronger. If you need to whip out a bum (the baby’s please!) a boob or a bottle please feel free… and our comics won’t mind being heckled by our younger guests! The show features two acts, plus a compere, and the whole show will last approx. 75 minutes. Grown Up Comedy...Babies Welcome! please note that we have a 15 month age limit for our little laughers

Comedy

The Magic Mod

25 Apr 2027 - 25 Apr 2027

Rock 'n' roll's favourite magician, The Magic Mod performs a magic show like no other. Expect to see a modern take on Tommy Cooper and Paul Daniels' iconic magic tricks performed by a fella who wouldn't look out of place in the best rock 'n' roll band in the world.

Esther Manito: Raging Queen

24 Sept 2027 - 24 Sept 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved Seating Ages 16+ Esther Manito has been called the “Queen of the Rants” by the British Comedy Guide - and quite frankly, she’s earned the crown. Because the thing Esther does best is lose her mind on stage. And while she’s doing it, the audience gets that glorious feeling of: “Thank God she said it. I thought it was just me.” The Ranting Queen is a blisteringly funny, brilliantly relatable Stand-up show about motherhood, perimenopause, marriage, ageing and the Increasingly ridiculous world around us. It’s about all the tiny things women are expected to quietly Absorb, endure and “just get on with” - when actually, they should be Screamed about from the rooftops. Esther takes aim at the endless indignities, absurdities and Injustices of modern life, turning the things that make us quietly furious Into big, unapologetic, cathartic comedy. Because maybe women don’t need to calm down. Maybe they need to rant louder. Welcome to the reign of the Ranting Queen Follow on socials:

Fiona Allen: White Lies

5 Mar 2027 - 5 Mar 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved Seating Ages 16+ Fiona Allen from the Emmy award winning show Smack the Pony is back on tour with her new critically acclaimed show White Lies. Fiona needs a perfect lie to avoid her pet hate of social gatherings. Running out of time and patience she encounters every obstacle a day can throw at her. It all threatens to derail her quest to find the perfect lie. She must confront her worst fear: her neighbour’s party. It's a fate worse than death and the clock is ticking. She's going to have to war-game it. Honestly. As seen on hit tv shows such as Eastenders, Death in Paradise, Skins Casualty, Mock the Week, Fat Slags, Waterloo Road and Shameless. One 4 Review/Entertainment Now/The Edinburgh Reporter/Scots Up Follow on socials:

Freddie Meredith: Need a Light?

31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2027

This event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved seating Ages 16+ This could really be a sick night. A self-appointed thought leader holds court in the smoking area of a club, unpacking masculinity, fame and the algorithm while soft launching himself to strangers. The critically acclaimed debut hour from character comedian Freddie Meredith. There’ll be confusion at the bar, grace on the dance floor, honesty by the bins. No filter, no followers. The wrong strategy for the right night. Star of SNL UK and Such Brave Girls.Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer nominee. Top Stage Picks - Guardian ★★★★ “One of the brightest new stars in British comedy” Standard ★★★★★“A David Brent for the TikTok age” Telegraph ★★★★ "My favourite new voice in British comedy" - Jamie Demetriou Directed by Luke McQueen. Presented by Country Mile Productions.

Jill Edwards Comedy Workshops at Komedia Brighton

6 Feb 2027 - 21 Sept 2027

Jill Edwards Comedy Workshops have been established since 1994. Jill moved to Brighton and created the original and the best Brighton stand-up comedy course, and her Chortle Award winning comedy club Comic Boom here at Komedia Brighton in 2005. Komedia hosts Jills range of welcoming, engaging and above All fun stand-up comedy courses for all - from absolute beginners with no Experience to newer comedians looking to develop their skills. Jill Edwards comedy courses have a proven and continuous track record of success over thirty years. She has trained some of the UK’s top Comedy writers, performers and award winning television comedians, including Jimmy Carr, Shaparak Khorsandi, Shazia Mirza, rising star Jack Skipper Brighton’s own Seann Walsh, Angela Barnes and Romesh Ranganathan. Jill’s stand-up comedy classes are where they all first Started out... “I wouldn’t be a professional comic if it wasn’t for Jill Edwards.” Romesh Ranganathan “This comedy course can change your life, and I sincerely mean that.” Angela Barnes

Jim E. Brown

9 Mar 2027 - 9 Mar 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia basement Standing Show Ages 14+ Teenage pop sensation Jim E. Brown is an obese alcoholic who suffers from various degenerative conditions. Fresh off a string of sold-out shows across the world, Manchester's beloved son makes his long awaited return to Brighton. Follow on socials:

Joel Paterson

11 Feb 2027 - 11 Feb 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved seating Ages 14+ Chicago guitarist and member of the Bob Dylan band; Joel Paterson is one of the leading voices in American roots music, celebrated for his effortless blend of jazz, blues, country, rockabilly and western swing. A mainstay of the Chicago music scene for more than two decades, Paterson is renowned for his virtuosic guitar work, deep knowledge of vintage American music, and dynamic live performances. Whether performing solo, fronting his own trio or quartet, or appearing as a sought-after sideman, he brings a distinctive style influenced by Chet Atkins, Les Paul, Freddie King, and many other guitar legends of yesteryear. With acclaimed solo recordings as well as collaborations with artists such as JD McPherson, The Cactus Blossoms, Deke Dickerson, and Pokey LaFarge; Joel Paterson delivers the listener a masterclass in roots guitar from one of America's finest players. He will be joined by two staples of the UK vintage scene - Jack Amblin on drums (Postmodern Jukebox, Ray Gelato, Pat Reyford, The Washboard Resonators) and Adam Richards on double bass (Howlin’ Ric, X-Ray Cat Trio, Rob Heron). The last time Joel played in the UK was in 2016, so this is a rare chance to see this guitar master live!

John Robertson: Excitable Boy

19 Mar 2027 - 19 Mar 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved Seating Ages 18+ The UK’s most manic comic! Life-affirming, high-octane improv filth! ★★★★ “a force of nature” Daily Telegraph ★★★★ 'Secure tickets now before some Taskmaster-type programme claims him for mainstream fame and his star becomes unreachable' ReviewsHub Expect trademark wildness from the creator of legendary improv game show The Dark Room (British Comedy Guide’s Best-Reviewed Comedy Edinburgh Fringe 2025.) Nominated: Best International Act New Zealand Comedy Festival 2025. Follow on socials:

John-Luke Roberts: What I Talk About When I Run About, Talking

9 Feb 2027 - 9 Feb 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved Seating Ages 16+ “Alt-comedy godfather” (The Guardian) John-Luke Roberts returns with his first new show in four years A crowd-pleasing stand-up hour about the human condition, goblins, and what it’s like to get an endoscopy at 11 am on Remembrance Sunday. What I Talk About When I Run About, Talking is a pivot to the mainstream written after a brush with death and an alarming night in A and E. JLR was named one of The Daily Telegraph’s 50 Funniest Comedians of the 21st Century. This is his 11th show, in which he will be living up to his potential. “Uniquely inventive... amazingly stupid...beautifully constructed” ★★★★ Chortle Follow on socials:

Lost Voice Guy - 'the Cerebral Palsy Puppet’

4 Feb 2027 - 4 Feb 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia basement Unreserved Cabaret seating Ages 16+ Snack menu available Britain's Got Talent winner Lost Voice Guy is back on the road after 5 years with his brand new show, The Cerebral Palsy Puppet, mainly because he's spent all his benefit money on stuff he didn't need, just to annoy the Daily Mail. Since becoming the first comedian to win BGT, he has been congratulated in the street for winning The X Factor, accused online of having a "backstage comedian" secretly writing his jokes, and told he must live in a mansion at the taxpayer's expense (it's a castle, actually). Armed with his trusty iPad and absolutely no filter, the man with cerebral palsy who also suffers from being a Geordie takes aim at talent shows, dating disasters, Jehovah's Witnesses and the Department for Work and Pensions' hold music. Naughty, cheeky and mischievous as ever, this is stand-up from a comedian who struggles to stand up...and nobody's pulling his strings. As seen on Live at the Apollo, The Last Leg and the Royal Variety Performance, and heard on his Radio 4 sitcom Ability. Never seen on The X Factor, whatever anyone tells you. "Finding humour in strange places is one of Lost Voice Guy’s strengths." 5 The Guardian "Sharply deals with misconceptions about his disability...that's stimulating, moving and amusing." 4 The Times "Funny, personal, occasionally shocking and frequently mischievous." The Independent

Luke Kidgell - Live in the UK and Ireland

13 Mar 2027 - 13 Mar 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved Seating Ages 16+ Luke Kidgell is one of Australia’s favourite comedians. With over 4 million fans online, he has built a reputation for fast-paced, hilarious shows that have sold out theatres across Europe, North America, Asia and Australia. Luke Kidgell brings his brand new high-energy stand-up show packed with sharp Observations, relatable storytelling, and quick-witted crowd interactions. Expect a fun, unpredictable night of stand-up full of laughs and stories You'll still be quoting the next day. His comedy specials, including Cheers To That and Happy Hour are streaming online. Luke is one third of the BLT podcast which has a dedicated following. You’ve seen the clips. Now join in the fun in person. Don’t miss Luke Kidgell live in the UK and Ireland! Follow on socials:

Sam Browne: You'll Miss the Sunset

22 Nov 2026 - 22 Nov 2026

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved Seating Ages 16+ ‘Don’t do that - you’ll miss the sunset.’ Sam Browne’s new poetry show is equal parts hard-hitting and hopeful, with a decent helping of humour in the mix as well. It Explores both mental health and masculinity while telling the story of what got Sam through his darkest days. Sam Browne is a spoken word poet from Southend, Essex, who originally set out to be a stand-up comedian until he realised all his jokes rhymed and were all a bit sad. So he pivoted to poetry, and things started to click. Since then, Sam has developed an online following of over 100,000 followers on Instagram as well as tens of millions of views. He has won awards for his activism work, numerous poetry slams and was more recently featured in the BBC documentary Eastenders investigates the Manosphere and in the Guardian . He writes about masculinity, VAWG, and, less importantly, all his big feelings. He is known for his chaotic and humorous Stage presence as well as his hard-hitting poetry. Some reviews of his work include: 'Try harder' - Andrew Tate, and “Yeah, but is it real poetry?' Sam’s mother Follow on socials:

Clubbing

Sweat: Queer Hyperpop Party Presents Gupi

20 Nov 2026 - 20 Nov 2026

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Standing Club night Ages 18+ We're EXTREMELY excited to announce that this extra special SWEAT at Komedia Studio will be headlined by none other than the iconic ★ GUPI ★ "gupi is unfortunately an American DJ/producer, ready to prove themselves to the UK. Best known for their work on 'food house', the hyperpop Producer spends their free time making rave edits inspired by the internet genres they grew up around. Anything from nightcore, breakbeats, to brostep gupi will find a way to force it into their DJ set. Hear all the dancefloor weapons that would get them banned from spotify and more ;D" Joining gupi is resident Sweat DJs BIGBUSH and PLASTIC, alongside Brighton’s fave babes P!$$, DJGIRLFAG, STREETDOGBABYANGEL, in our BIGGEST lineup yet! Follow on socials:

The Puppet Folk Experience - Christmas Show

20 Dec 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

This event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved seating The Puppet Folk Experience is a unique live show combining acoustic Music with beautifully crafted puppetry, in a performance that is joyful nostalgic and genuinely heartfelt. Andy and Liam started out in summer 2025 at a small acoustic night in Leigh, armed with a banjo and a frog. Clips of the Show struck a chord online and have since touched people around the world. Expect well-loved classics, a few hand-picked songs and characters of their own, and a meet-and-greet with the puppets after the show. Viewers call it wholesome, magical and like a hug from childhood. Sixty minutes with a short interval - perfect for the whole family. There'll be laughter, nostalgia and Perhaps a few happy tears. Follow on socials:

Yoshizawa + the Petrov Boys + Support

26 Nov 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Standing Show Ages 14+ FAIL BETTER PRESENTS: Yoshizawa + The Petrov Boys + Fellroot Progressive rock, regressive prog with a dash of Celtic world - what could be more appropriate for a dark November evening? We are excited to be finally welcoming YOSHIZAWA (all the way from Leeds!) to our humble abode and can't wait to witness FELLROOT for the fist time. THE PETROV BOYS fans (you know who you are), rejoice! YOSHIZAWA is an experimental post-prog band based in Leeds, UK With a focus on idiosyncratic composition and authentic performances. THE PETROV BOYS are a 6-piece musical entity, known for their genre-blurring fusion of Balkan, jazz, rock, funk, and metal. FELLROOT Influence from Celtic world Stories from folklore - dark, heavy sounds. Follow on socials: Yoshizawa: Bandcamp The Petrov Boys: Bandcamp Fellroot: Instagram

Lee Peart

27 Apr 2027 - 20 May 2027

After years of warming up for some of the biggest TV shows, Lee Peart is stepping centre stage and hogging the limelight for himself, as he brings his debut stand-up tour to venues across the UK.

Joe Black & Friends: A Not Completely Christmas* Kabarett

Cabaret

Theatre

Christmas

Joe Black & Friends: A Not Completely Christmas* Kabarett

18 Dec 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Join infamous cabaret miscreant Joe Black and his special guests Arran Shurvinton & Rococo Chanel for a not completely Christmas Kabarett. An evening of songs, striptease, stories and if you've been good this year - some special holiday party tricks and treats. All cheer may not specifically be festive

Adam Flood: Life and Death of the Party

11 Mar 2027 - 11 Mar 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved Seating Ages 16+ A standup show performed over rave music... After a critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Fringe this one-of-a-kind show tours the UK. Expect a bombastic hour of comedy about escapism set on a night out, delivered whilst Adam is DJing. A high-octane show that packs big laughs and a show narrative with heart into this fresh new format from the Stoke-on-Trent comedian. ‘It shouldn’t work, but it absolutely does’, Metro. 'A multifaceted comedy talent', Guardian. ★★★★★ ‘Incredibly clever in its individuality' Phoenix Remix ★★★★ 'One of the single cooler fringe moments I’ve seen in years' Mumble Comedy ★★★★ 'Had the room roaring with laughter' Three Weeks Follow on socials:

Monica Hsueh: How to Be a Strong Woman in One Hour

22 Apr 2027 - 22 Apr 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Unreserved Seating Ages 16+ LIVE NATION PRESENTS: Monica Hsueh How To Be A Strong Woman In An Hour Born in Taiwan and raised in Britain, Monica grew up between two cultures and conflicting opinions about who she should become. She learned how to fit in. Now she’s tearing up the rulebook and writing her own. How to Be a Strong Woman in One Hour is Monica’s self-aware Attempt to make sense of the expectations, contradictions and strange rules we inherit without ever agreeing to them. Through sharp observations Storytelling, and the kind of logic that makes perfect sense until you think About it, she turns family, identity, confidence, and belonging into a fast Funny, and fearless hour about backing yourself. This is not self-help. Monica is still figuring it out herself. But somewhere in the chaos, you might recognise a little of yourself too. Anyone can learn how to be a strong woman. The skill sets are transferable. A BBC New Comedy Awards semi-finalist and British Comedian of the Year finalist, Monica has reached millions online with her mix of confidence Self-deprecation and unexpected turns. Fresh from an extended London run, How to Be a Strong Woman in One Hour is heading across the UK. Spend an hour with Monica and your life might start to look Surprisingly well managed. Awards & Competition Achievements BBC New Comedy Awards 2025 - Semi-finalist British Comedian of the Year 2024 - Finalist Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year 2024 - Finalist Bath Comedy Festival New Act Competition 2024 - Finalist Chichester Fringe New Act Competition 2024 - Runner-up (2nd Place) Comedian Quotes Sarah Keyworth “Monica’s a genius! Go see her! You won’t regret It!” Fatiha El-Gorri “Fresh voice, excellent misdirection, very funny!” Aurie Styla “Cheeky smile combined with great comedy! Really Funny!” Lindsey Santoro “A Proper Natural”

Soul-Selecta's

19 Nov 2026 - 19 Nov 2026

This Event will take place in the komedia studio Standing Show Ages 14+ INTO HER GROOVE PRESENTS: Soul Selecta’s A night of live music and bold partying, with performances from Brighton-based emerging neo-soul and jazz artists PLUS a special late night vinyl DJ performance, spanning from disco to house. With an all-female lineup including: Tia Ice, The Virgin Vinyl’s (whose DJ set will keep us partying all Night!) + Support. Into Her Groove Events are a new Brighton all-female events company, showcasing the best Brighton emerging female artists. Our Soul-Selecta’s event is a charity gig with all profits going towards a charity Supporting women and non-conforming individuals in the music industry- a cause Close to our hearts. Expect an evening of dancing, grooving and good music. Join us for our debut Soul-Selecta’s night! Follow on socials:

Johnny Hates Jazz

29 Oct 2026 - 25 Nov 2027

In 1987, as the era of Electronic Pop and New Romantics was reaching its culmination, Anglo-American group Johnny Hates Jazz featuring Clark Datchler and Mike Nocito were catapulted to success with the release of their single Shattered Dreams on Virgin Records. It became a top 5 hit worldwide, reaching number 2 in the USA and Japan, and has since been played over 3.5 million times on American radio alone. Shattered Dreams was followed by other hits including the anti-war anthem I Don't Want To Be A Hero, Turn Back The Clock (featuring Kim Wilde) and Heart Of Gold. Their album Turn Back The Clock entered the UK charts at number 1, going double-platinum and selling 4 million copies in the process. It is arguably one of the definitive albums of the 1980's, and is one of only two debut albums released by Virgin Records that immediately went to the top of the charts upon its release — the other being Never Mind The Bllcks by The Sx Pistols. The band went their separate ways shortly afterwards, deciding to focus on other musical projects instead. In fact, over the next 20 years, they completely lost contact with one and other. However in 2010, original members Clark Datchler (lead singer/songwriter/keyboard player) and Mike Nocito (producer/engineer/ bass guitarist) decided to come back together to write, record and produce a brand new Johnny Hates Jazz album. At the same time, they began to perform live at international festivals. That album, titled 'Magnetized', was released in 2013, and the single of the same name became a huge radio hit in both the UK and Germany. Unfortunately, Clark collapsed in London shortly afterwards, and was diagnosed with a serious illness. All promotion came to an abrupt halt, and he spent much of the following year recovering. Fortunately, he made a full recovery and JHJ began to perform again at festivals in Europe and Asia. They toured the UK in 2016, appearing at theatres across the country. During this time, Clark also joined forced with Genesis legend Mike Rutherford to co-write the new Mike and The Mechanics album, ‘Let Me Fly’ (released on April 7th, 2017). 2017 has begun with JHJ being launched in China, with a remix of the track ‘Magnetized’ and a new video to accompany it. At the same time, Clark and Mike are back in the studio, recording new material (further details will be announced shortly).

Abigail Lapell

14 Nov 2026 - 18 May 2027

Call it prairie noir or Canadiana desert rock: Toronto's Abigail Lapell sings haunting, gorgeous modern folk songs. She's won three Canadian Folk Music Awards, including English Songwriter of the Year and Contemporary Album of the Year, reaching #1 on Canadian folk radio and over 48 million streams across digital platforms. Lapell tours widely across North America and Europe, performing on vocals, piano, harmonica and finger style guitar. Her JUNO-nominated album, Anniversary, was released May 2024 on Outside Music. Last year, Lapell released Anniversary & More Songs About Love, an extended companion to Anniversary. Presented by Folklore Sessions This is an 18+ event

Stephen K Amos: the Missing Lemon Meringue

9 Oct 2027 - 29 Jan 2028

Chewing the fat with smarter laughter in a jolly, jovial, joyous, jape jamboree (there I said it. Can you?), Stephen K Amos finds the funny in how simple misunderstandings can lead to unexpected consequences, the good, the bad and the outright hilarious. And how some people might just need a pie to the face. An hour of guaranteed side-splitting belly laughs to give your abs a workout. How could you hate it?

Tom Lawrinson: Speak of the Devil

16 Dec 2026 - 20 Apr 2027

Tom Lawrinson (“truly unique... joyfully daft” Rolling Stone) embarks on his biggest tour yet with new show “Speak of the Devil”, finally answering the questions “is magic real?” and if so, has he been shagged? Tom takes audiences on a whirlwind tour of his inner most thoughts on the likes of Fairy Tales, Gentleman’s Clubs and the late 90s kids TV show “50-50”. This event is 18+

Eric Rushton

23 Feb 2027 - 23 Feb 2027

This Event will take place in the komedia basement Unreserved Cabaret seating Ages 16+ Snack menu available “There are few better ways to spend an hour than seeing Could Well Be In.” ★★★★ EdFestMag.com Eric Rushton is back on tour with a brand-new stand-up hour About family through a life time of dating, depression and darts. (ISH) Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee- Best Show 2025 & 2026 WINNER Channel 4 Sean Lock Comedy Award. WINNER Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year. “No wonder it sold out. A thinking man’s comedian with a gift for subverting standard tropes hilariously” ★★★★1/2 One4Review “Could Well Be In has sad bits and happy bits and Rushton tackles both in superb style. He's a fantastic storyteller and I think he's hit the bullseye this time.” ★★★★ Beyond the Joke “With his deadpan delivery and finely wrought gags, he commands The audience and delivers a lot of laughs” ★★★★ TheArtsDesk.com “A master craftsman” ★★★★ Scotsman ★★★★ The Skinny ★★★★ The List ★★★★ Fest ★★★★ Clownster ★★★★ On the Mic Follow on socials:

Clubbing

Heated Rivalry Anniversary Party With Harrison (Fundraiser)

4 Dec 2026 - 4 Dec 2026

This event will take place in the komedia studio Standing club night Ages 18+ Heated Rivalry is coming to Brighton! Join us for a night of queer joy celebrating this show, one year after it released, with the amazing Harrison on the decks. Themed dressing up is encouraged though not essential - and get creative! Prizes will be given to the best dressed. There will also be randomly chosen raffle winners announced on the night - prizes include art prints, original art, t-shirts, magazines and more from some of the fandom’s most talented. Unlimited raffle tickets can be added to your main ticket upon purchase. All proceeds from this event are going to AllSorts, a wonderful local charity that connects vulnerable LGBTQ+ youth with support. Come join us for drinks, dancing & a night of queer celebration. @harrisonmusic @jayhawes_

Stand Up for Animals

10 Nov 2026 - 10 Nov 2026

As part of Orangutan Caring Week, join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter and entertainment at our very own Stand Up For Animals comedy night! Get ready for a fantastic night of comedy at Komedia Brighton, one of the UK's leading independent comedy venues, conveniently located just a short walk from Brighton train station. We've got a brilliant line-up of award-winning comedians, ready to make you laugh: Andrew O Neill' (MC): "Hitting new heights of comedic brilliance" - Time Out Jen Brister (Headliner): "Her energy is explosive." - The Sunday Times Daniel Foxx: "Utterly hilarious" - Rolling Stone Magazine Tom Ward: "Staggeringly impressive" - The Herald. As seen on Live at the Apollo Adele Cliff: "Delicious one-liners and well-turned puns" - The Scotsman Dawn Chorus (Lee Brace): "Utterly hilario!!!" - Dawn French Taking place during Orangutan Caring Week, this special evening is a chance to enjoy some amazing comedy while supporting a vital cause. To date, we have rescued 270 orangutans, giving them a second chance at life and helping them on their journey towards a future in the wild. By joining us, you'll help raise essential funds to rescue and care for orangutans and protect this critically endangered species, giving them the chance to thrive in their natural habitat. As well as an evening packed with laughter, there'll be fabulous prizes to win in our raffle and an opportunity to hear more about our lifesaving orangutan rescue and rehabilitation work. Tickets are limited for this exclusive event, so don't miss out - get yours while they last!

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