Bebe Cave: CHRISTBRIDE

If you are looking for something genuinely different in the local comedy scene next month, Bebe Cave is bringing her acclaimed debut show, CHRISTBRIDE, to Brighton. This show has already established a strong reputation, having won the 'Best Comedy Show' award at The List Festival Awards, and it forms part of her current UK tour. She is performing on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Komedia Brighton, located in the North Laine area (44-47 Gardner Street). The performance is scheduled for the Komedia Studio, starting at 7:30 PM, with doors opening half an hour earlier. The show runs for 60 minutes, and since seating is unreserved, arriving early might be a good idea if you have a preferred spot.

CHRISTBRIDE is essentially a historical farce, but it’s far from a dry period piece. The setting is the dark and deadly world of the Middle Ages, and the plot follows Batilda Bigbum, a teenager described as both mystical and 'annoying,' who is trying to escape her mother and a string of unwanted suitors. Her flight leads her into a convent populated by absurd nuns, resulting in a chaotic medieval scenario. Critics have praised the show’s style, calling it an 'anarchic comedy masterclass' and comparing the tone to a 'Clueless-meets-Monty-Python' medieval romp. It’s directed by Millie Foy and focuses on the short and fatal career of this 13th-century nun.

Before you plan your evening, it is important to note that this is strictly an adult event, with an age classification of 16+. The content warnings are quite specific, reflecting the show’s dark and unhinged nature. Expect strong language, audience interaction, descriptions of sexual activity, and the use of religious themes, blasphemy, and even the representation of religious burning at the stake. As this is a professional touring show at Komedia, it is a ticketed event. While you will need to check with the venue for the exact price, similar dates on the tour have suggested a cost around the £15 mark. If you appreciate character comedy that leans into the absurd and the historically chaotic, this might be worth checking out.