Brighton Fringe 26! No Show

If you are looking for something a bit different during this year's Brighton Fringe, there is a dark comedy called Brighton Fringe 26! No Show coming to The Lantern Theatre. It is being put on by the same company that produced RANK, which had a successful run at the same venue previously. The premise is set in a living room on a press night, where the cast is waiting for the reviews to come in. As they sit there, they start to pick apart their own play, leading to a situation where they realise the material might be more controversial than they initially thought. The dynamic shifts as the drinks flow, and the characters end up questioning their own morality and the reality of the situation they are in.

The production takes place in an intimate, living room-style setting, which seems to be designed to pull the audience into that sense of chaos as the characters unravel. It is a specific kind of theatre that focuses on the tension between the actors and the questions they face about whether their play will ever be performed again. The whole thing hinges on what the critics have to say, which adds a layer of meta-commentary to the performance.

Regarding the schedule, there are four dates confirmed for this run at The Lantern Theatre, located at 77 St James' Street. You can catch it on Friday, May 22nd, and Saturday, May 23rd, or the following weekend on Friday, May 29th, and Saturday, May 30th. All performances are scheduled for 23:00. Tickets are currently listed at £9.00 for a standard entry, though it is worth keeping in mind that these prices are a guide and can fluctuate daily, so it is best to check the online booking system if you are planning to go. It feels like the kind of show that appeals to anyone interested in independent theatre that leans into darker, more psychological themes rather than straightforward comedy.