Scott Manley Hadley: Bald Personality Disorder

If you are looking for something a bit different during this year's Brighton Fringe, Scott Manley Hadley is bringing his show, Bald Personality Disorder, to the Comedy at the Caxton. It is an alternative comedy performance that blends spoken word with a mix of elements, including original music, poetry, and even a bit of live shaving, provided the risk assessment allows for it. Hadley, who performs under the name SOLID BALD, uses the show to touch on a variety of personal topics, ranging from body image and mental health to the realities of millennial life, parenting, and the challenges of owning a dog. It is essentially a work-in-progress set that leans into the absurd, featuring an interactive quiz about baldness and plenty of sequins.

The show is scheduled for three specific dates at the Caxton Arms: May 3rd at 20:30, May 23rd at 20:30, and May 30th at 15:30. It is worth noting that this is an 18+ event, and the content includes strong language, audience interaction, and references to sensitive subjects like mental health, suicide, self-harm, and substance abuse. If you are planning to attend, the pricing is set at £6 under a Pay What You Want (PWYW) model. While the event is strictly for adults, there is a policy allowing children under two to attend for free if they sit on a guardian's lap.

Scott Manley Hadley is a writer and performer who has previously been recognised in the Forward Prizes for Poetry, and his work has been noted in publications like The New Yorker. This show feels like a continuation of his style, combining his background in poetry with a more comedic, performance-art approach. It is a fairly intimate setup, so if you enjoy shows that feel a bit more experimental and personal rather than standard stand-up, this might be worth checking out while it is part of the Fringe programme.