MNDA Comedy Christmas Special —
The Cairns Theatre, Brighton College

all profits are shared between Sussex local MND associations

The Line-Up

On Saturday 5th December we’re bringing a proper Christmas comedy night to The Cairns Theatre at Brighton College, and here’s who’s on the bill:

  • Headliner Shazia Mirza — named one of The Telegraph’s 50 defining comedians of the century, and a regular on QI, Have I Got News for You and The Jonathan Ross Show
  • Middle Ben Van der Velde — “a master of audience interaction” – Huffington Post, with four Edinburgh Fringe shows behind him
  • Opening Dan Evans — writer on Frankie Boyle’s New World Order and The Very World of Milton Jones, “skilful and surreal” – The Scotsman
  • Compere Anthony Ayton (me!) — “highly intelligent” – Reginald D. Hunter

The Night Itself

Here’s everything you need to know:

  • What: MNDA Comedy Christmas Special, an evening of stand-up comedy
  • When: Saturday 5th December 2026, doors 7pm, show starts 8pm
  • Where: The Cairns Theatre, Brighton College, Eastern Road, Brighton, BN2 0AL
  • Tickets: £20 plus booking fee via WeGotTickets

Come along for a great night out in Brighton, a few good laughs before Christmas, and the knowledge that every penny of profit goes to Sussex MND associations, supporting people living with or affected by Motor Neurone Disease.

Be there on Saturday 5th December

Tickets are £20 plus booking fee, and we’d love a packed theatre. Can’t make it? Sign up to the newsletter at mndacomedy.com and you’ll hear about every future show first. If you are coming, tag a friend or share this with anyone in Brighton who fancies a proper night of comedy.

Get tickets: MNDA Comedy Christmas Special · See all upcoming shows: mndacomedy.com/shows