Celya Ab: We Must Stop Meeting Like This

If you have been keeping an eye on the comedy scene in Brighton, you might have noticed that Celya Ab is bringing her latest show, We Must Stop Meeting Like This, to the city this autumn. She is scheduled to perform at the Brighton Dome Studio Theatre on October 16, 2026. It is her fourth show, and for those familiar with her work as a writer for Saturday Night Live UK or her appearances on Live At The Apollo and Off Menu, this new material continues her focus on sharp observations and original jokes. The show itself explores the idea of breaking free from shame, specifically looking at how we overthink life decisions based on things said to us years ago by teachers, and how that internal monologue can impact our careers and relationships.

The performance is part of the Brighton Dome Comedy Festival 2026 and is presented by Berk’s Nest. Doors open at 18:30, with the show starting at 19:00. It is expected to last about an hour. The venue has confirmed that the event is suitable for those aged 16 and over, and they have also noted that the show will feature subtitling for accessibility. If you are planning to attend, standard tickets are priced at £22.00, though members of the Brighton Dome & Brighton Festival can access a £2 discount on that price.

It is interesting to see how Celya Ab’s comedy has evolved, moving from her earlier work into this specific exploration of personal history and the weight of past comments. Given the venue and the nature of the show, it feels like a fairly intimate setting for this kind of observational comedy. Whether you are a long-time fan of her appearances on Comedy Central Live or just looking for something to do on a Wednesday evening in October, the logistics are straightforward enough to plan around. It is a clear-cut opportunity to catch a touring comedian in a local space without the usual festival crowds.