Drag Shows Run: Comedy and Horror

If you’re keeping an eye on Brighton’s underground arts scene, especially as the weather warms up, you’ll want to note what’s happening at The Electric Arcade. This venue is a reliable hub for comedy and cabaret, and they are hosting a specific series of performances called the Drag shows run.

This isn't just a single night out; the event is structured as four consecutive, back-to-back drag shows. The entire run is being produced or headlined by Haus of Dench, a name familiar to anyone following the local scene. They are focusing the content heavily on specific genres, blending comedy with horror elements, resulting in shows described as both camp and funny. This kind of thematic focus fits perfectly within the edgy, adult programming that Brighton’s fringe theatre and festival circuit is known for.

Regarding when to catch these shows, the season is definitely scheduled for May, which is why the promotion has been using the hashtag #theeainmay. While the full schedule isn't detailed yet, Haus of Dench confirmed that the run is set to kick off on the Monday immediately following a Bank Holiday Monday. Given the nature of the venue and the production quality, this is a ticketed event. If you are planning to go, the advice is to secure your tickets sooner rather than later, confirming that this is a paid entry event typical of the local cabaret circuit.