It's comedy, but it ain't stand-up. Extra Topping is a comedy night where you can expect to see the UK's finest sketch, improv, character, physical or musical comedy or anything that is just that little bit different. All hosted by the incredible, insatiable, and incorrigible Leslie Bloom - fitness instructor, mother, investigator and occasional tarot card reader. Find out more at the website.

The Brighton Slamologue, a monologue slam where performers deliver 2-3 minute monologues from existing plays—expect quirky, offbeat choices - not overdone speeches! Every week selected audience members get to vote, deciding who snags the cash prizes and wins the slam. Whether you’re an acting pro or theatre newbie, this is an evening you will love. The tickets on sale are for audience tickets only. To be a part of the Slam itself, places are limited to 7 each month and are given on a first come, first served basis. To secure your place, you will need to email [email protected], saying that you wish to perform a monologue. A performer ticket will cost £4 and that will be payable once your place on that month's Slam has been booked. This will all be arranged via email.

19:30 (120mins) Feel the breeze shift, marking the turn of the seasons. The Wheel of the Year spins anew, unveiling a distant, fleeting realm... Welcome to The Court! Join our coterie, led by Queen Mab; local singer, songwriter, and performance artist. The Court is a celebration of folklore, folk culture, and folk horror. It's a living zine - a vibrant hub where scholars and artists converge, bonded by a deep affection for ancient tales and rustic mystique. Through talks, stories, and music, we weave a rich tapestry of tradition, wonder, and imagination. Above, in the theatre, we dive into a world of creativity and exploration, with curated performances and an open mic welcoming all who wish to share their folk-inspired art. Below, in the bar, wander through the enchanting night market, where local artisans showcase their crafted treasures. Our night market runs through-out the evening of The Court, welcoming you at The Yellow Book from 18:00 - 22:00.

20:00 (60mins) The lovable Kent comedian, Jaz Mattu, is back with his unique brand of absurdist, theatrical, multimedia stand-up comedy.….forever. Join him as he explores the idea of independence vs attachment. Featured in SKINNYS TOP 10 ALT COMEDY ED-FRINGE PICKS 2024, "Ambitious and Innovative" (FEST), "Artistic Polymath" (Entertainment Now), "Very Creative Storytelling" (Broadway Baby)

19:00 (60mins) UnTethered is an autobiographical comedy that follows a queer, demisexual woman with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder as she attempts to transcend her fears so that she may finally experience what it’s like to feel safe and loved. When her intrusive thoughts manifest as monsters made from plastic bags, she begins to question the absurd lengths the mind will go through to create an illusion of safety. UnTethered explores the challenges of intimacy, and seeks to communicate a truthful portrayal of the often clichéd experience of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Pushing at the boundaries of fixed identity, UnTethered asks if we should tether to the things that make us feel safe, or if the power lies in the letting go.

Brighton Telltales is a monthly night of spoken word and traditional storytelling. The evening is open to anyone wanting to perform their material, whether you are an amateur, a seasoned professional, or if you just want to sit and enjoy the stories. There is no restriction on subject matter, so expect anything from everyday drama to fantastical dreamscapes! So sign up for a free ticket and join us for a evening of wordsmithery and magic.

A Haunted House "In a dark, dark house on a dark, dark, street, a house of horrors wakes from sleep” Mime and slapstick performer David Hoskin ("Phenomenal" ✭✭✭✭ Broadway World) presents “A Haunted House" a hysterical, terrifying and surreal tale, about one hair-raising night in a haunted house. A show about memory, murder and dancing zombies, 'A Haunted House' is like spending the night with the League of Gentlemen and Jacques Tati but in the 'Saw' franchise. This ghost train of a tale is for those who like their laughs big, buckets of violence and their scares spine chilling! Written and Performed by David Hoskin
 Directed/Produced by Elf Lyons Contains reference to violence, sex, death, adult themes and has audience interaction. 'will likely change your opinion about mime forever' londonpubtheatres.com
 'formidable physical comedy skills are a theatrical treat; spot-on impressions, superb sound design & witty visual gags' ✭✭✭✭ Fringebiscuit.com
 'Phenomenal' ✭✭✭✭✭ Broadwayworld.com Bexual Healing You’ve had your main course, now it’s time for an After 8 Bint, a hot hand towel and an alternative character comedy show. Bexual Healing is a character comedy show in which the audience come across four awkward females from the 1920s-1990s. Each struggling to find love through the barriers that being neurodiverse brings. Bex is a high energy, eccentric, surreal, stand up/character comic. Her likeability combined with her comedic sense of adventure makes audiences love her. Leicester Square New Act of the Year Quarter Finalist 2018 Laughing Horse New Act of the Year Semi Finalist 2015 Written and Performed by Bex Turner
 Directed by Tanika Lay-Meachen and Erin Enfys
 Contains references to suicide and sexual content, some audience interaction and crude language. “Rebekka Turner plays several highly funny characters with a ‘League of Gentlemen’ edge.” – Simon Topping, Extra Topping Comedy 2023. “Darkly nonsensical” – Will Noble, The Londonist 2021.

Join us for Brighton's brightest and best family-friendly chat show, designed to tickle both your brain and your funny bone on a delightful Saturday afternoon. Three comedic guests perform for you and are then invited to chat about their work and lives with your compere Mark Tournoff, alongside the eponymous and irrepressible, Joseph Bird. So come on down and have A Word With The Bird.