The New Rock’n'Roll
Back in the 90s they said that comedy was the new rock’n'roll, what with comedians playing Wembley sized venues, but looking at the charts these days its probably the other way around. Still, these are good times if you are into live comedy. Gone are the days when the Komedia was the only place where you could see a bit of stand up. More and more pubs seem to be hosting comedy nights with an eye to attracting the punters. Of course the quality of the comedy does vary depending on where it it, how long it has been running and how much you have to pay. Scores are given as a % chance of seeing someone there you may have seen on TV.
Coalition. This one has been running for a while now and is based in the Coalition night club down on the seafront. It is thursday nights and starts fairly early as there is a club night afterward. The sort of people who play there are those that have been around a bit but haven’t made it to headlining the Komedia or getting their own Channel 4 TV show yet. You will have seen a few of them on TV though. 90%
Forager. This one is out in Hove in a pub round the back of Tescos. As well as lovely Sunday lunches they have comedy nights on the last Tuesday of the month. The bill usually consists of half a dozen acts ranging from the first timers to those who are new on the circuit. 10%
Caroline of Brunswick. The knock Knock comedy club is worth a mention as it is in everyones favourite scary pub, the Carline of Brunswick. As well as regular shows they are currently booking for a bunch of start comedians who are down working on their Edinburgh shows. 80% (but only for the Edinburgh previews)
Upsairs at the Three and Ten. Hidden away down the bottom of Kemp Town is the 3&10. As venues go, it is just a bit bigger than my lounge and the stage is non existant. It is however home to Brian Gittins a comedy star in the making who has a regular night there with plenty of special guests. 60%
Jaggers Comedy Club. This is a new one on me and it seems to be part of a chain of comedy clubs. The website makes a big thing of being stag night/hen part friendly so take that as a warning if you decide to go. 30%
