Pick Of The Fringe

The Brighton Fringe is approaching, and as a precursor to the main festival, Ironworks Studios is hosting 'Pick Of The Fringe' on 10 April 2026. This event serves as a showcase for some of the talent scheduled to perform during the festival season. It is designed to offer a preview of the music, cabaret, theatre, and talks that will be featured throughout the city. The venue, located at 30 Cheapside, Brighton, BN1 4GD, provides a space for these performances, which range from pop music revivals to drag and theatrical pieces.

The programme for the evening includes a variety of acts that reflect the eclectic nature of the festival. Among those mentioned are 'Popchestra', a 14-piece ensemble focusing on pop hits from the 90s and 00s, and drag artist 'Gaylien de Mars'. The lineup also features Paul Diello performing tracks by Kate Bush and Eurythmics, alongside 'The Time Warp Extravaganza', a drag and dance show. Other performances include the multimedia work 'Invasion (JoMarZeb)', Grace Lovelass in 'Ballgowns & Bibs', the musical 'The Elephant in the Room', and the drag comedy 'Sherlock Holves Vs Arsene Lupin'. Additionally, the 'Bite Size Breakfast' concept, which involves 10-minute theatre pieces, is part of the broader context of the festival's offerings.

Regarding the logistics, the event starts at 20:00, with doors opening at 19:00. The total duration is approximately two hours and thirty minutes, including an interval. Tickets are currently priced at £6.12, though this figure is subject to daily changes, so checking the official booking platforms is advisable. The event is open to those aged 16 and over, with the requirement that anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Children under the age of two are not permitted. Given that the performances may include strong language and nudity, the content is aimed at an adult audience and older teenagers.