Brighton Comedy

At Brighton Dome, audiences will be treated to a unique comedy experience as Russell Howard performs his brand-new stand-up tour, Don't Tell The Algorithm. The show features a phone-free evening of live comedy, where the focus is on the comedian and his jokes, without the distractions of mobile devices. This tour has been highly anticipated, and Russell Howard's previous world tour, Russell Howard Live, sold over 435,000 tickets across 237 gigs in 30 countries.

Russell Howard is an English comedian, television presenter, radio presenter, and actor, born in Bath, Somerset, and raised in nearby Radstock. He has made a name for himself in the comedy world with his BBC Three series Russell Howard's Good News and later Sky's The Russell Howard Hour. His 2009 Dingledodies tour sold over 125,000 tickets, and he was named Best Theatre Show at the 2009 Chortle Comedy Awards. In 2025, he announced that he would focus on stand-up tours and podcasts rather than television, and his 2026 tour, Don't Tell The Algorithm, began in January.

The show at Brighton Dome will take place on Saturday, 28 November 2026, and Sunday, 29 November 2026, with two performances each day at 3:30 pm and 7:30 pm. One of the shows will feature BSL interpretation, making the event more accessible to a wider audience. The event is presented by Avalon UK, and comedy at Brighton Dome is supported by Mayo Wynne Baxter. With his podcast Five Brilliant Things reaching the top ten of comedy podcasts, Russell Howard's fans are in for a treat.

Tickets for the event are with the button beside the article. With Russell Howard's reputation as a brilliantly talented live performer, this event is expected to be a hit. His ability to connect with audiences and make them laugh has earned him a loyal following, and his decision to focus on stand-up tours and podcasts has been well-received by fans. The phone-free evening of live comedy promises to be a unique and enjoyable experience, and audiences can look forward to a hilarious and entertaining show.