Adam Hopkins: Sorry, What? (Work in Progress)

If you are looking for something a bit different during this year's Brighton Fringe, Adam Hopkins is bringing a work-in-progress comedy show titled Sorry, What? to the festival. It is an interesting premise, focusing on his personal experiences with language barriers. Specifically, he explores how growing up with a brother who is profoundly deaf helped him navigate the challenges of communicating when he eventually moved to China. It sounds like a show that leans heavily into storytelling, using those specific life experiences to frame his comedy.

Since this is a work-in-progress show, it offers a chance to see the material while it is still being shaped. The performances are scheduled to run from 9 May 2026 through to 16 May 2026. The venue for these shows is The Maris & Otter, which is a familiar spot for those of us who frequent the Fringe circuit. It is worth noting that the event is free to attend, which makes it an accessible option if you are planning your schedule for those dates.

Given the nature of the show—being based on personal anecdotes and the nuances of communication—it seems geared towards an adult audience who appreciates a more narrative-driven style of comedy. It is not a polished, final-tour production, but rather a look at the process of building a set around these particular themes. If you are in the area during that week in May and want to catch something that feels a bit more intimate and experimental, this is one of the options on the programme.