Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians

If you are looking for something a bit different to do in Brighton next week, there is a show coming up at Artista that blends stand-up comedy with a psychological twist. It is called Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analyses Comedians, and it is exactly what it sounds like. The premise is straightforward: the comedian Robyn Perkins hosts the show, and she is joined by a psychologist to break down the sets of other comedians who perform on the night. It is an interesting format because it moves away from a standard comedy set and looks at the mechanics of why comedians do what they do, and perhaps why they are the way they are.

The event is scheduled for May 15 and 16, 2026, running from 18:30 to 19:30. It will be held at The Secret Comedy Club, which is located within the Artista venue at 42 Brighton Square. For this specific run in Brighton, the psychologist Dr. Carolyne Keenan will be joining Robyn Perkins on stage to provide that analytical perspective. It is worth noting that this is an 18+ event, so you will need to keep that in mind if you are planning to go.

Tickets for the show are priced between £5.50 and £11.00, depending on the booking options. It is a relatively intimate setup, which fits the nature of the show since it relies on a conversation between the host, the guest psychologist, and the performers. If you have ever wondered about the psychology behind the jokes or just want to see a comedy show that tries to deconstruct the performance while it is happening, this might be worth checking out. It is a specific type of show that has been around in various forms, but this particular edition is focused on the dates and lineup mentioned for the Brighton venue.