Not-A-Band: Theme-A-Geddon

If you have spent any time in Brighton, you know that our local venues often host things that are a bit off the beaten path. This October, Komedia is hosting a show called Not-A-Band: Theme-A-Geddon. It is essentially a four-piece band performing live versions of TV and film theme tunes from the 80s and 90s. It is a specific kind of nostalgia, focusing on the music that defined a lot of our childhoods, with the band playing tracks from shows like Knightrider, Thundercats, The A Team, Baywatch, and Only Fools and Horses.

The show is presented by Not A Band and Gag Reflex, and it seems to lean into the comedy side of things as much as the music. Beyond just the performance, they have incorporated costume changes and visual effects into the set. It is not just a straight concert; they are framing it as a bit of a production. They have also mentioned that there will be special guests from Komedia and a few other surprises throughout the night, though the core of the experience remains that live band setup.

For those interested in the logistics, the event is happening on 1 October 2026. Doors open and the show starts at 20:00 at the Komedia venue on 44-47 Gardner Street. Tickets are priced at £16.00. It is worth noting that the show has received some specific feedback from people in the industry, with Geoff Barrow from Portishead calling them a band to watch, and Sean Williamson from Eastenders suggesting they are worth booking. Whether that aligns with your taste in music or comedy is up to you, but it is a fairly straightforward setup if you are looking for something different to do in the city that evening.