Brad Jon Kane's Untelevised and Unfilmed Birthday Celebration Special!

If you are looking for something a bit different to do in Brighton this May, there is a show coming up at Presuming Ed that takes a fairly specific approach to live performance. It is called Brad Jon Kane's Untelevised and Unfilmed Birthday Celebration Special!, and as the title suggests, the premise is quite straightforward: it is a birthday celebration presented in front of a live studio audience, but with the explicit rule that nothing is being filmed or televised. It is scheduled to run on May 20, 21, and 23, 2026.

The venue, Presuming Ed, is located at 114-115 London Road, and it provides an intimate setting for this kind of format. The show itself is described as a subtle, surreal, and earnest performance, which seems to lean into the idea of a shared, fleeting experience that exists only in the room. Because it is designed as a live studio audience setup, the audience is expected to participate. You might find yourself laughing, welcoming Brad as a new member of the family for future events like weddings or Christmas, or improvising responses about your own hobbies and professions. The hour-long show is structured around games, guest appearances, and quick anecdotes.

Regarding the logistics, the event is free to attend, though it operates on a donation basis. It is worth noting that there is an age restriction of 18+, and children under the age of 2 are not permitted. If you are sensitive to certain environments, be aware that the organisers have included content warnings for audience interaction and loud noises. It is a specific type of comedy show that relies heavily on the people in the room, so if you enjoy interactive performances where the line between the stage and the audience is a bit more fluid, this might be worth checking out.