Connor Burns: Gallus

If you’re looking ahead at the calendar for some quality stand-up, mark down Sunday, March 22, 2026, because the rising Scottish star Connor Burns is bringing his new show, Gallus, to Brighton. Burns has been building serious momentum lately; his previous show, 1994, managed to sell over 10,000 tickets across the UK and Australia, and he’s even spent time opening for Daniel Sloss on three different continents. For those unfamiliar with the term, 'Gallus' is traditional Scottish dialect meaning 'Audaz, Atrevido e Imprudente' (Bold, Daring, and Reckless), which gives you a good idea of the energy he’s bringing to the stage. This show has already made waves internationally, having been featured in the Fringe Encore series as part of the New York Comedy Festival, confirming that Burns is definitely one to watch as his first comedy special prepares for a global release this summer.

This is a great chance to catch him locally at Komedia Brighton, specifically in the intimate setting of the Komedia Studio, which is located at 44-47 Gardner Street. The doors are set to open at 7:30 PM, with the show kicking off at 8:00 PM. Just a heads up if you’re planning to go with a group: seating is unreserved, so arriving a little early might be wise if you want to snag specific spots. Also, the event is strictly for ages 16 and over. The show has been receiving strong feedback from critics, who have described it as 'Hilarious… he is fearless and it is wonderful' by The Scotsman, and 'Brilliant… gags coming at you at a terrifying rate' by The List. If you appreciate comedy that is fast-paced and genuinely sharp, this show seems to deliver exactly that, cementing why many are saying that 'Burns has arrived' on the scene.