Forge Comedy Club

If you are looking for something to do in Brighton tomorrow, Friday 27th February, the Forge Comedy Club is hosting its regular night at Ironworks Studios. Located at 30 Cheapside, the venue has become a central spot for the local comedy scene under the direction of promoter Stephen Grant. It has recently picked up several accolades, such as the Chortle Best Comedy Venue 2024 and the Tripadvisor Traveller’s Choice Award 2025, largely due to its state-of-the-art setup. The doors open at 19:00, and the organisers recommend arriving no later than 19:45 to ensure everyone is seated before the performances begin at 20:00.

The line-up for this specific session includes Marcel Lucont, Lily Phillips, Nathan Eagle, and Eli Matthewson, with Toussaint Douglass acting as the MC for the evening. While the main feature is the Forge Comedy Club, some listings also associate this time slot with the 'Party Bag' show. The event is scheduled to run until 22:30, making it a fairly standard night out. For those who haven't eaten beforehand, the venue offers a service with Pizzaface, a local favourite. You can place an order for pizza directly at the bar when you arrive or during the first interval, which is a handy alternative to finding a restaurant in the North Laine on a busy Friday night.

Regarding the practical side of things, tickets are available through platforms like Eventbrite, with a guide price of £7.09, though this can vary. It is worth noting that the event is restricted to those aged 16 and over, and anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. The venue itself is fully accessible and designed specifically for comedy and cabaret, which usually means better sightlines and sound than more traditional pub venues. Since it is located so close to the station, it is easy to get to if you are coming from other parts of the city or nearby towns. It is a professional setup that focuses on the quality of the acts and the comfort of the audience without the usual gimmicks.