Bone Idle - Jane Postlethwaite WIP

If you are looking for something to do in Brighton towards the end of May, Jane Postlethwaite is bringing her new work-in-progress comedy show, Bone Idle, to The Actors Pub. It is happening over the weekend of May 23rd and 24th, 2026, with performances scheduled for 16:30 on both days. The show runs for an hour, making it a relatively quick addition to a Saturday or Sunday afternoon plan.

Jane Postlethwaite is a comedian from the north of England who has built a following online, particularly on TikTok and Instagram, where she shares content under the handle @janedoescomedy. Her work often touches on her personal experiences, including life in a rural northern town, coming out as a lesbian later in life, and navigating being single for over a decade. She also explores her own attempts at self-improvement. Her style is described as dark and dry, focusing on the absurdities of her daily life with a straightforward approach. Given her background as a finalist for several comedy awards and her nomination for the 'Biggest Gay Award' at the 2024 Brighton Fringe, this show seems to be a continuation of the themes she has been developing in her recent work.

The venue, The Actors Pub, is located at 4 Prince's Street in Kemptown, Brighton (BN2 1RD). Tickets are priced at £6.00, though it is worth noting that prices can sometimes fluctuate, so checking the official booking link via Visit Brighton is the best way to secure a spot and confirm the current cost. Since this is a work-in-progress show, it offers a chance to see material while it is still being shaped, which might appeal to those who enjoy seeing the process behind a comedy set rather than a fully polished final product.