Cally Beaton: Namaste Motherf*ckers

If you have been keeping an eye on the local comedy scene, you might have noticed that Cally Beaton is bringing her show, Namaste Motherf*ckers, to Brighton this spring. Due to high demand, an extra date has been added, and she will be performing at The Forge Comedy Club within Ironworks Studios on Sunday, 19 April 2026. Doors open at 18:00, with the show itself starting at 19:00.

This show is essentially a look at life in midlife, drawing on Beaton’s own experiences of shifting from corporate boardrooms to the comedy circuit—a change she credits to a conversation with the late Joan Rivers. The material is tied to her book of the same name and is framed as a show for women, focusing on themes of visibility and reinvention. It is worth noting that the content is rated for ages 16 and up, and anyone under 18 needs to be accompanied by an adult. The organisers, Funny That Comedy, have also mentioned that the show includes a Q&A session and a meet-and-greet with Beaton after the performance.

In terms of critical reception, the show has been noted for its narrative style and mental agility, with reviews from outlets like The Scotsman, The Arts Desk, and Chortle highlighting her delivery. It is a fairly straightforward setup: a comedy show in a local venue, priced at £19.85 for a standard ticket. Given that it is hosted at The Forge, which is located at 30 Cheapside, it is a central spot for those of us living in or near the city centre. If you are looking for something to do on a Sunday evening that leans into observational comedy about the realities of getting older, this is the event currently on the calendar.