FLIGHT: One Man’s Journey

If you are looking for something a bit different to catch in Brighton this May, there is a one-man show called FLIGHT: One Man’s Journey coming to the Lantern Theatre @ ACT. It is a 55-minute performance that focuses on the experience of a single actor, Naz Sheikh, who takes on the roles of 21 different characters throughout the piece. The production is written by Martin Lytton and directed by Jacquie Crago, and it is being brought to the stage by the Pricking Thumbs Theatre Company.

The show itself is structured as a narrative that moves through themes of memory, movement, and personal transformation. It touches on topics like identity, the feeling of belonging, and the process of displacement, using a mix of storytelling, physical performance, and voice work to connect these different characters. It is the kind of production that relies heavily on the performer's ability to shift between these distinct personas within a relatively short timeframe.

For those planning to attend, the performances are scheduled for May 15 and May 16, 2026, with both shows starting at 17:00. The venue is the Grania Dean Studio, which is part of the Lantern Theatre @ ACT complex. Regarding the logistics, tickets are priced between £9 for concessions and £12 for standard entry. The show has a recommended age rating of 12+, and while there are no specific content warnings listed, it is worth noting that the venue has a policy that does not allow children under the age of 2.