Funny Women Live in Brighton

If you’re looking for a reliable source of laughter in Brighton, the longest-running comedy night by the organization Funny Women is kicking off its 2026 series next month. This event, called Funny Women Live in Brighton, is hosted at Komedia and serves as a vital platform for showcasing new female-identifying and non-binary comedic talent. Funny Women itself has been active since 2002, founded by Lynne Parker, and is well-known for its annual awards and mentorship programs dedicated to fostering diverse voices in comedy. While the focus is on promoting these acts, the show is explicitly welcoming to everyone, making it a great spot for an intimate evening of comedy, regardless of who you are.

The 2026 series starts on Saturday, February 28th, and runs monthly through the year, concluding on November 28th. If you miss the first one, you have plenty of chances, with confirmed dates including March 28th, April 25th, June 27th, July 25th, September 26th, October 31st, and November 28th. For the opening night on the 28th of February, doors open at 7:30 PM, with the show starting promptly at 8:00 PM. The venue is the Komedia Studio, located at 44-47 Gardner Street, and seating is unreserved, so arriving a little early is probably a good idea.

Tickets for the event are priced at £12, which is pretty standard for a night featuring both emerging and established acts. It’s important to note that this is strictly an 18+ event. For the specific lineup on the 28th, the show will be hosted by MC Kathryn Mather, featuring sets from Tracey Davies, Sapphire Macintosh, and Anna Soden. The headliner closing out the evening will be Rachel Creeger. It’s a solid mix of performers, offering a chance to see some of the best new talent coming out of the circuit and the Funny Women Awards program.