GOSS

If you are looking for something a bit different during this year's Brighton Fringe, you might want to take a look at GOSS. It is a solo show by Sam Burkett that blends improvised dance and comedy, and it is scheduled to take place at 35 North on May 30 and 31, 2026. The show starts at 19:30, and it is essentially built around the concept of the performer gossiping with the audience in real-time. It is being presented by the group 'Just Something Different', and the format sits somewhere between a standard crowd-work comedy set and a piece of performance art.

What makes this one stand out is the specific focus on that live connection with the crowd. Sam Burkett describes the show as being 'incredibly stupid' in its approach, which gives you a pretty clear idea of the tone to expect. It is not a polished, scripted play, but rather an improvised experience where the direction of the evening depends heavily on who is in the room and what happens during the interaction. Because of this, the organisers have flagged that there will be audience interaction throughout the performance, so it is worth keeping that in mind if you prefer to sit back and watch without being part of the conversation.

Regarding the practical side of things, tickets for the show start at £8. The age guidance for the event is 18+, and they have a strict policy that no children under the age of 2 are permitted. Given the nature of the show, there is also a warning about strong language, which is fairly standard for this type of comedy performance. If you are planning to head down to 35 North, it is worth noting that this is a relatively intimate setting, which likely suits the conversational, gossip-heavy style of the show. It is a straightforward, low-stakes way to spend an evening if you are in the mood for something unscripted and a bit chaotic.