Beaverhausen

If you are looking for something a bit different to do in Brighton this May, Beaverhausen is returning to the Komedia Studio as part of the Brighton Fringe. It is a cabaret and variety show that blends drag, burlesque, and comedy, centred around the character Veronica Von Beaverhausen. The show follows her mission to save her hometown from an unspecified threat, using a mix of multimedia, animation, and choreography. It is directed by Selena Mersey and is part of the Clapback Club collective.

The show is scheduled for three dates at the Komedia Studio on Gardner Street. You can catch it on Friday, 8 May at 20:30, with doors opening at 20:00. There are two additional performances later in the month on Thursday, 28 May at 18:30 and Friday, 29 May at 21:30. Both of these later shows will feature British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation. Each performance lasts about 60 minutes.

Regarding the logistics, tickets are priced at £12.00 for standard entry and £8.00 for concessions. The event is strictly for those aged 18 and over, and there is a policy in place that does not allow infants. The venue itself is accessible, with step-free access, accessible toilets, and it welcomes assistance dogs. If you have specific accessibility requirements, it is worth contacting the box office directly to arrange what you need.

It is worth noting that the performance includes audience interaction, strong language, nudity, and loud noises. The show is framed as a queer-focused production, and given its previous run at the Fringe, it is a show that has established a specific following in the city. Whether this fits your plans for the month depends on your interest in this particular blend of cabaret and performance art, but the details above cover the practicalities if you decide to book.