Cabaret Impedimenta

If you are looking for something a bit different during this year's Brighton Fringe, the Cabaret Impedimenta is scheduled for 22 May 2026. It is taking place at the WundaBarn, located within the SpiegelGardens at Victoria Gardens. The show is hosted by John-Luke Roberts and produced by Liebenspiel Presents, running for a total of 60 minutes starting at 21:30.

The premise of the show involves a series of variety acts that have to perform while dealing with increasingly difficult obstacles. According to the event details, these challenges range from having a bubble machine pointed directly at their faces to dealing with a Victorian ghost or even having microphones placed in the mouths of audience members. It is essentially a variety show built around the concept of making the performance as difficult as possible for the participants.

Regarding the logistics, tickets are priced at £14 for standard entry, with a concession rate of £12 available. The event is strictly for those aged 18 and over. However, there is a 'Babes in Arms' policy in place, which allows children under the age of two to attend for free, provided they sit on a guardian's lap. The WundaBarn venue is equipped with wheelchair access and accessible toilets, and they also permit assistance dogs, which is useful to know if you are planning your visit.

It is worth noting that this is part of the wider Brighton Fringe programme, so the area around the SpiegelGardens will likely be quite busy that evening. If you are planning to head down, it is worth checking the specific entry requirements or any last-minute updates on the official Brighton Fringe website before you go, as schedules during the festival can sometimes shift.