The Secret Comedy Club Saturdays

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Description

  • Comedy, Something A Little Different and Theatre/Arts
  • Tickets from £11.00 - £22.00
  • Over 18
  • Sat, 21st Feb 2026 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
  • Multiple start times (see ticket info)

PLEASE BE AWARE THESE TICKETS ARE FOR OUR NEW LOCATION IN THE SOUTH LANES IN BRIGHTON, NOT OUR PREVIOUS HOVE LOCATION.

THE SECRET COMEDY CLUB AT ARTISTA: BRIGHTON & HOVE’S PREMIER INTIMATE COMEDY VENUE

Welcome to Brighton & Hove’s best small comedy club, winner of the Audience Choice Award for Best Fringe Venue, located at Artista. As the only comedy club in Brighton operating every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, we offer a safer and friendlier alternative to larger venues.

Lineup

Our MC Ash Frith is joined by comics Michael Legge, Thenjiwe, and headliner Paul Thorne.

Ash Frith began performing stand-up in 2011 and has since established himself as a regular presence on the UK comedy scene, appearing alongside many well-known and highly respected acts. He was chosen to support established names including Russell Kane and Terry Alderton on theatre tours. That year also saw him earn middle-act spots at prominent clubs such as the Frog and Bucket in Manchester and Comedy Central in Liverpool. He has alo supported Jason Manford on tour.

Michael Legge is a legend of the comedy circuit, a seasoned headliner and multi award winning comedian. From being a presenter on MTV to performing stand up for Comedy Central Stewart lee’s Alternative Comedy Experience, Michael has also been a regular voice on the radio popping up on BBC Radio 4 & 6 and absolute radio where he co-hosted The Dave Gorman Show in 2012. Michael has also performed an incredible 11 Edinburgh Shows with his most recent show ‘Idiot’ being available on ITVX courtesy OF Next Up Comedy. His awards include the Sony Award and a BAFTA nomination and he has performed across the globe.
Thenjiew is a South African-born, UK-based stand-up comedian, actor, and content creator celebrated for her sharp wit, unapologetic humour, and hilarious African storytelling. A former lawyer turned comedian, Thenjiwe has performed on major stages across Africa, Europe, and the UK — including the Hackney Empire and the Durban Playhouse. With her bold perspective and global following, she bridges cultures and delivers laughter that connects audiences worldwide.

Paul Thorne can regularly be seen headlining the UK’s biggest and best comedy clubs. His well crafted material, spontaneous wit, and surreal comedy songs have earned him a reputation as a quality live performer both at home and as far afield as Canada, Australia, Dubai, Hong Kong, Thailand, Singapore, China, and Japan. Comedy festival appearances include Edinburgh, Melbourne, Adelaide, Newcastle, Leicester and Bath as well as two critically acclaimed tours of fringe festivals across the length of Canada including Toronto, Edmonton and Vancouver.

EXPERIENCE

Enjoy an intimate comedy experience where we maintain a no-heckling policy to ensure a friendly and fun environment. Expect award-winning comedy with top-tier headliners from stage and TV, alongside the best up-and-coming names on the UK comedy circuit. With a new lineup, headliner, and MC each week, there's always something fresh to enjoy.

WHAT TO EXPECT

"It's an intimate, friendship-making, and entertaining experience." You'll be up close and personal with talented comedians from London and the south coast at the most welcoming and friendly venue in Hove. Welcome to the Secret Comedy Club! Shhhh....

SCHEDULE

Doors open at 7pm, giving you plenty of time to grab some drinks before the shows start at 8pm. Don't forget, happy hour is from 7pm until 7:30pm. We end at 10:30pm and close at 11pm. 

TICKETS

  • Entry: £25 on the door
  • Advance Tickets: Available online. If you prefer to buy tickets at the door, arrive early to avoid disappointment as spaces are very limited. Door tickets are only available if we are not sold out online or if there are no-shows.

POLICIES

  • No refunds: for late arrivals or for those asked to leave due to heckling.
  • Late Arrivals: We may resell tickets if you arrive late and have not informed us.

Come join us at the Secret Comedy Club for an unforgettable night of laughter and fun!

All lineups are subject to last-minute change without notice.





Offers

Promotions

Tickets/Times

Ticket Event time Cost
Saturday Secret Comedy Club

PLEASE BE AWARE THESE TICKETS ARE FOR OUR NEW LOCATION IN THE SOUTH LANES IN BRIGHTON, NOT OUR PREVIOUS HOVE LOCATION.

Doors open at 7pm, giving you plenty of time to grab some drinks before the show starts at 8pm. Don't forget, happy hour is from 7pm until 7:30pm. We end at 10:30pm and close at 11pm.

PLEASE ARRIVE AT LEAST 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW STARTS. LAST ENTRY 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW STARTS.

This is a much more intimate experience than going to a big club so in order to keep it friendly and fun we run a no chatting and no heckling policy at The Secret Comedy Club.

PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY IF YOU WANT TO CHOOSE WHERE TO SIT.

There's plenty of time to grab some drinks before the show begins if you arrive at least 30 minutes before your show starts. 


20:00 - 22:30 £22.00
Saturday Secret Comedy Club Early Bird

PLEASE BE AWARE THESE TICKETS ARE FOR OUR NEW LOCATION IN THE SOUTH LANES IN BRIGHTON, NOT OUR PREVIOUS HOVE LOCATION.

Doors open at 7pm, giving you plenty of time to grab some drinks before the show starts at 8pm. Don't forget, happy hour is from 7pm until 7:30pm. We end at 10:30pm and close at 11pm.

PLEASE ARRIVE AT LEAST 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW STARTS. LAST ENTRY 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW STARTS.

This is a much more intimate experience than going to a big club so in order to keep it friendly and fun we run a no heckling policy at The Secret Comedy Club.

PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY IF YOU WANT TO CHOOSE WHERE TO SIT.

There's plenty of time to grab some food & drinks before the show begins if you arrive at least 30 minutes before your show starts. 

20:00 - 22:30 £19.25
Saturday Secret Comedy Club Concession

Concession tickets are available with valid ID for the following;

(Proof of eligibility will be requested on arrival at the venue.)

Students, NHS, Blue Light cardholders, Blue Badge holders and those receiving UC, JSA and Pension Credit.

PLEASE BE AWARE THESE TICKETS ARE FOR OUR NEW LOCATION IN THE SOUTH LANES IN BRIGHTON, NOT OUR PREVIOUS HOVE LOCATION.

Doors open at 7pm, giving you plenty of time to grab some drinks before the show starts at 8pm. Don't forget, happy hour is from 7pm until 7:30pm. We end at 10:30pm and close at 11pm.

PLEASE ARRIVE AT LEAST 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW STARTS. LAST ENTRY 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW STARTS.

This is a much more intimate experience than going to a big club so in order to keep it friendly and fun we run a no heckling policy at The Secret Comedy Club.

PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY IF YOU WANT TO CHOOSE WHERE TO SIT.

There's plenty of time to grab some food & drinks before the show begins if you arrive at least 30 minutes before your show starts. 

20:00 - 22:30 £11.00

Location

Address

Artista, 42, Brighton Square, Brighton, BN11HD

Organiser

Artista Cafe & Gallery
Friendly and intimate comedy club at the gorgeous Artista Cafe & Gallery. We book top tier headliners from stage and TV such as Zoe Lyons (Mock The Week), Phil Kay (QI, Jonathan Ross, Viva Cabaret, Reeves & Mortimer, Russell Howard's Good News), Fin Taylor (BBC/Comedy Central), Colin Hoult (Derek/Life's Too Short) and the list goes on... Plus support from the best up and coming names on the UK comedy circuit. "The best small comedy club in Brighton & Hove" and the only regular comedy Saturday night in an independent venue. Run at Artista Cafe & Gallery: Gigs, Performances & Event Venue for Hire Brighton & Hove's top provider of comedy, music and performance art. You will be up close and personal (it IS cosy!) with funny folks from London and south coast at the most welcoming and friendly funny venue in Hove (actually). Remember, spaces are limited and we fill up quickly, so get here early  and have a drink served up with panache by Alex, chat with old and new friends and hang out in this very cool new art space/comedy club! 

T&Cs

1. The ticket holder voluntarily assumes all risks and danger incidental to the event for which the ticket is issued, whether occurring prior, during or after the event. The ticket holder voluntarily agrees that the management, venue, event participants, DesignMyNight WFL Media Ltd and all of their respective agents, officers, directors, owners and employers are expressly released by the ticket holder from any claims arising from such causes.
2. Tickets are issued subject to the rules and regulations of the venue.
3. Please check your tickets, as mistakes cannot always be rectified.
4. Occasionally, events are cancelled or postponed by the promoter, team, performer or venue for a variety of reasons. If the event is cancelled, please contact us for information on receiving a refund from the responsible party. If the event was moved or rescheduled, the venue or promoter may set refund limitations. It is your responsibility to ascertain the date and time of any rearranged event.
5. The venue reserves the right to refuse admission and may on occasion have to conduct security searches to ensure the safety of the patrons.
6. Every effort to admit latecomers will be made at a suitable break in the event, but admission cannot always be guaranteed.
7. We regret that tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase.
8. Tickets are sold subject to the venue or promoter's right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its control without being obliged to refund monies or exchange tickets.
9. If this ticket is re-sold or transferred for profit or commercial gain by anyone other than the promoter, venue management, DesignMyNight or one of their authorised sub-agents, it will become voidable and the holder may be
refused entry to or ejected from the venue.
10. The venue may operate a No Smoking Policy.
11. The promoter, venue management and DesignMyNight accept no responsibility for any personal property.
12. The event listed on the purchased ticket is strictly for ticket holders who are over 18 years of age. Identification may be required.

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  • Written by Carolyne

    Rating: 5

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    Visited 1 month ago
    This is such a great show, both the adults and the kids were laughing- a brilliant family show! The songs are fab and the energy totally infectious! Your kids will love it!
  • Written by Dan

    Rating: 5

    Amazing, amazing, amazing show. If your kids, like mine, absolutely adore learning new animal facts with a sprinkling of song and poop jokes then you can’t go wrong. Was engaging and laugh a minute, learnt so much and laughed loads. Plenty in there for adults as well as kids.
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