John Bishop, Emmanuel Sonubi and MC Stephen Grant

The Brighton Open Air Theatre (BOAT), situated within the grounds of Dyke Road Park, is scheduled to host a comedy evening on Monday, 1 June 2026. The event features a lineup consisting of John Bishop, Emmanuel Sonubi, and MC Stephen Grant. This performance is part of the Summer Comedy Festival 2026, marking the seventh season that this festival has utilised the 400-seat outdoor venue. The show is scheduled to begin at 19:30 and has a total running time of one hour and forty-five minutes.

The performers bring a range of experience to the stage. John Bishop is recognised for his television appearances on programmes such as 'The John Bishop Show', 'Live at the Apollo', and 'Doctor Who'. He is joined by Emmanuel Sonubi, who has performed on 'Comedy Central Live' and 'Live at the Apollo'. The evening is hosted by MC Stephen Grant, a multi-award-winning comedian who also operates 'The Forge', a comedy club based in Brighton. The open-air nature of the venue means that the performance takes place in a setting that accommodates 400 people, which is a standard capacity for the festival's events.

For those planning to attend, it is noted that this specific date is currently listed as sold out. While the general pricing structure for the festival ranges between £10 and £20, with standard tickets for this event previously set at £20.00 and concessions at £18.00, these figures serve as a guide and are subject to change. The event carries an age restriction of 14+, and it is a requirement that any attendees under the age of 18 are accompanied by an adult. Furthermore, the organisers have explicitly stated that babes in arms are not permitted at this comedy performance. Doors to the theatre open one hour before the start of the show, providing time for the audience to access the venue before the performance commences. This structure allows attendees to settle into the outdoor space before the comedy begins.