Documentarian and comedian Mike Fallek presents a one-night interview show with a special guest from the comedy world, featuring animations and a relaxed atmosphere as part of the Brighton Fringe 2026.
Brighton Fringe is returning this year, and among the various performances scheduled is 'Face Vs Face'. This show is hosted by Mike Fallek, a documentarian and comedian who is bringing his interview format to The Lantern Theatre on 15 May 2026. The venue, situated at 77 St James' Street, provides a setting for what is essentially a one-night conversation between Mike and a guest from the comedy circuit. It is a space that is well-suited for this type of intimate performance, allowing the audience to engage with the dialogue without the distance often found in larger theatres.
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The structure of the evening is quite specific. The guest is asked seven questions, and these responses are then developed into an animation. Throughout the event, Mike also shares clips from animations he has created based on past interviews. The intention behind the format is to create an atmosphere that feels like a relaxed chat between friends, rather than a formal stage production. It offers a look at how the interview process can be adapted into a visual format, with the audience watching the progression from the initial conversation to the final animated result. This blend of live performance and digital art is a recurring theme in Mike’s work, and this show serves as a live demonstration of that process.
For those planning their calendar for the Fringe, this event takes place in the heart of Brighton. It is a project that relies on the rapport between the host and the guest, as well as the technical side of the animation work that Mike Fallek produces. By focusing on these seven questions, the show aims to provide a structured yet informal look at the guest's perspective, complemented by the visual elements that have been prepared or are being developed. It is a straightforward approach to a live interview show, fitting into the wider programme of events happening across the city during the festival period. If you are interested in seeing how comedy and animation intersect in a live setting, this is the format the evening follows.
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