Phil Nichol: Trying His Best

On Thursday, 26th February, Phil Nichol is bringing his latest tour, Trying His Best, to The Forge Comedy Club at Ironworks Studios. If you’ve spent much time around the Brighton comedy scene, you probably know the venue at 30 Cheapside; it’s a multi-use studio space right in the centre of town that often hosts these kinds of touring shows. This specific performance is a bit of a look back at Nichol’s career, which started all the way back in 1987. The whole premise follows the idea of "if at first you don't succeed, try and try your best," which serves as a framework for him to reflect on his journey through the comedy world over the last few decades.

Nichol is an Edinburgh Comedy Award winner and has made various television appearances, including a spot on The Graham Norton Show. He is generally known for having a particularly energetic style on stage, and this show is described as an evolution of his work since he first started out. For the night at Ironworks Studios, the doors are scheduled to open at 19:00, giving people an hour to get settled before the show begins at 20:00. The performance is expected to finish at approximately 21:45, making it a straightforward mid-week plan that doesn't stretch too late into the evening.

Regarding the logistics, tickets are available for £16.66, which is the standard guide price for this tour stop. You can pick them up through Eventbrite, but keep in mind that seating is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have a specific spot in the studio where you prefer to sit, arriving closer to the 19:00 door time is probably sensible. It is also worth noting that the event has an age guidance of 18+ only. The Forge provides a dedicated space for stand-up within the larger studio complex, and this show offers a chance to see how a long-term career in comedy is distilled into a single touring set.