It’s a busy weekend in the city — here’s the pick of what’s happening.
Theatre & Arts
Matilda Jr runs across the whole weekend at the Walkhouse Gielgud Academy — Roald Dahl’s much-loved musical brought to life by local young performers. A great option for families.
Pack of Lies is on at Theatre Royal Brighton through the weekend — a gripping Cold War thriller about suburban secrets and surveillance. One of the stronger drama offerings in town right now.
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight at Theatre Royal Brighton (Fri–Sun) — a beautiful candlelit chamber concert, ideal if you want something relaxed and atmospheric.
Music
Patrick Wolf plays on Saturday — the alt-pop and folk-influenced London singer-songwriter brings his distinctive sound to Brighton. Worth catching if you know his work.
An Hour of Seconds on Friday and Saturday — an evening of classical music, intimate and well-curated.
The Curst Sons + Country Ties at The Prince Albert on Saturday night — a good shout for live indie and alternative music in one of Brighton’s best small venues.
Kofi Stone + Deema at Chalk on Sunday evening — rising hip-hop and spoken word talent, a solid Sunday night out.
Comedy
An Evening with Joe Thomas (The Inbetweeners) on Saturday — the actor and comedian talks about the show and more. Expect a warm, funny night.
The Secret Comedy Club Open Mic on Friday at its usual spot — Brighton’s longest-running new-material night. Always unpredictable, always worth it.
Film & Culture
Oska Bright Film Festival kicks off this weekend (28 March–2 April) — the world’s leading film festival made by and starring people with learning disabilities. Free to attend, genuinely moving and thought-provoking.
For Families
Brighton Marina Giant Car Boot Sale on Sunday — always a good rummage, free to browse.
One Garden Brighton has workshops running across the weekend from Saturday — a lovely escape into the walled garden in Stanmer Park.
Drag Bingo with Miss Demeanour on Saturday — exactly what it sounds like, and always a brilliant night.
Have a great weekend, Brighton.
