Jonty O'Callaghan's Got Some Notes

If you are planning your schedule for the Brighton Fringe this year, Jonty O'Callaghan is bringing his solo sketch show, Jonty O'Callaghan's Got Some Notes, to The Lantern Theatre on Monday, 25 May. The performance is scheduled for 21:00 and lasts approximately 50 minutes, making it a relatively quick addition to an evening out. The show is built around a specific premise: a fictional audition where a director is searching for the "perfect spectator." This setup allows Jonty to weave in a lot of character-driven comedy while keeping the audience involved in the narrative from start to finish.

The sketches themselves cover a fairly broad and eccentric range of characters. You might see a PE teacher with an unusual fixation on bowling, a news presenter, or a cleaner working in a private members' club. There is also a parody of Bear Grylls on the hunt for "film bros," a meeting for people addicted to playing the guitar at parties, and a version of a CBeebies story reimagined for an adult audience. The show moves at a fast pace, jumping between these different personas and even incorporating a unicorn or two into the mix. It is less about a single storyline and more about a collection of high-energy, character-based moments that have been described as both bonkers and hilarious in previous runs.

In terms of the practical side, tickets are priced at £5.00, which is quite standard for these types of Fringe performances. It is important to keep in mind that the show is restricted to those aged 16 and over, as the material includes strong language and some references to violence. While there is a significant amount of audience participation—given the "audition" theme—the interaction is designed to be inclusive and welcoming rather than confrontational. For those spending the Bank Holiday Monday in Brighton, it offers a chance to see a well-reviewed one-man show in an intimate local venue without a massive financial commitment.