David Elms Describes A Room and Its Collective Imagining

We have a date for something genuinely different coming to Brighton this spring. On Thursday, April 2, 2026, David Elms is bringing his acclaimed show, David Elms Describes A Room and Its Collective Imagining, to the Komedia Studio. This is a significant stop, as the show has built a reputation as a cult hit, selling out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe and the Soho Theatre in London, and this date marks its first proper UK tour.

Elms, who is known as a veteran improviser, doesn't just stand up and tell jokes. The core concept involves him working directly with the audience to collaboratively “build a comedy mind palace” right in front of you. This format is what makes the show so unique—it’s designed to be original and different every time, relying heavily on collective imagination. This approach has earned it some serious praise. The Guardian described the experience as “A lesson on the transcendent power of collective imagination,” while Chortle suggested it’s “surely one of the most original and artistic comedy shows” currently running. It sounds less like a standard stand-up gig and more like a shared, imaginative feat of world-building.

If you’re planning to catch this unique performance, the event is happening at Komedia Brighton, specifically in the smaller Komedia Studio space, located at 44-47 Gardner Street. The show is scheduled to start at 8:00 PM, with doors opening half an hour earlier at 7:30 PM. A couple of practical details to keep in mind: the event is strictly for ages 16 and up, and seating is unreserved. If you have a preference for where you sit, it might be worth arriving closer to the doors opening time. You will need to book tickets in advance to secure your spot for this highly praised show.