Acclaimed climate scientist, Dr Matt Winning (LLB, MSc, PhD), has been given an ultimatum: save the world by lunchtime tomorrow or sell his soul for a slice of Rockefeller’s fortune. But right now, he’s busy: his son is being born and he’s desperate for a piss.

Join folk singer and poet Josephine Foster and long-time composer Víctor Herrero for an intimate gig at TOM’s Bar in The Old Market.

Artificial intelligence is transforming every part of our lives — but is it a threat, an opportunity, or both? We've been told AI will destroy and create jobs, supercharge and stifle creativity, serve us faithfully and deceive us cleverly. In this lively and sharply insightful session, AI expert Dr Fola Yahaya sits down with Dominic Kos, Co-Founder and Commercial Director of Cleverfox AI, to cut through the hype and explore what artificial intelligence really is, how it works, where businesses are already using it successfully, and what is coming next.

Why does so little seem to work in Britain anymore — GP appointments, policing, rivers, wages, housing? Sam Freedman, former senior adviser to Michael Gove and now one of the UK's most trusted political analysts, argues the answer lies not with individual politicians but with broken state institutions themselves.

Britain often feels stuck — the NHS under strain, an unresolved housing crisis, and a growing sense that nothing can change. Award-winning author and broadcaster John Kampfner spent three years travelling the world to test that assumption, visiting ten countries confronting shared challenges with imagination and courage.

Britain's economy feels stuck — low growth, record debt and taxes, and stagnant living standards. Jeremy Hunt, who navigated the country through inflation and recession as Chancellor of the Exchequer, argues Britain is far from finished.

A candid conversation with one of British politics' most consequential and closely watched figures — and the man who defied the odds to win as an independent in 2024.

Rachel Millward's path into politics is anything but conventional. Before standing for election, she built an award-winning career in the creative industries — founding and directing a successful international film festival and a national charity supporting women filmmakers.

A rare chance to hear one of modern China's most important chroniclers reflect on memory, family and a nation in flux.

SOLD OUT. Brighthelmstone Promotions are delighted to present a full band show for a true musical icon.

A relaxed evening of soulful songs and superb wines courtesy of our friends at Quaff Wine, expertly curated to delight every sense. A TOMPresents event.

This October, Gary Kemp comes to the 5x15 stage in Brighton with filmmaker, art director and co-author Simon Halfon to discuss 1967: The World of Brian Epstein and The Beatles, their remarkable new book.

A live show at TOM for one of alternative music’s most compelling and independent voices.

A welcome return to TOM for two of our favourites - New Note Orchestra and Wham Jam Thank You Ma’am Community Choir.

LIMITED AVAILABILITY. The online sensation who brought you the award-winning viral hit The Room Next Door, brings another hilarious and brilliantly entertaining satirical stage show to TOM.

As part of Dreamy Place 2026, Talking of Nature… brings together artists, ecologists and people working to connect communities with their local environments.

SOLD OUT. The Shut Up I’m Talking podcast is coming to The Old Market with a special live Halloween show! A Gig for a Gig event.

A memorable evening of never-to-be-repeated moments - combining the most exciting talent on the poetry and jazz circuit.

Award-winning director James Dawson’s new documentary is set in the rolling hills of Devon, telling the story of two neighbouring farmers who share the same name but take radically different approaches to land use.

SOLD OUT. One of the UK’s most influential creators of electronic music, Rival Consoles, returns with a brand new audio-visual live show, centred around his new album Landscape from Memory — marking a new chapter in an ongoing quest for refinement and evolution. A TOMPresents event.

LIMITED AVAILABILITY. Expect a taster menu of government and personal mayhem, jokes, rants and a personal state of the nation broadcast as Mark tries to turn 'what the f*ck is going on' into a cogent hour of stand-up.

Echo Performing Arts CIC presents a blend of dance, performing arts, animation, film, and communication empowerment, capturing how its bright community of performers with learning disabilities and/or neurodivergencies see the world around them.

Ridiculed then revered, The Shaggs defied categorisation. In Bed With My Brother attempt to wrangle their story into a three-act biopic.

Award-winning Mock the Week regular and ex-NHS worker, Angela Barnes brings razor-sharp stand-up and brilliantly funny stories to the stage.

LIMITED AVAILABILITY. Are we on the road to hell? And can we avoid the potholes? ‘Fair Cop’ Alfie has the antidote to the breakdown of law and order, fake news and the price of baked beans.

Get ready for big laughs as the lovable, bumbling Baffo comes to TOM in a riotous, cycle-themed clown show.

A relaxed evening of soulful songs and superb wines courtesy of our friends at Quaff Wine, expertly curated to delight every sense. A TOMPresents event.

SOLD OUT. The smash-hit, internationally acclaimed, award-winning, multi-sell-out phenomenon is back in Brighton!

Coram Shakespeare Schools is proud to present the world’s largest youth drama festival at The Old Market!

SOLD OUT. After an impressive 26 years together, ten studio albums, seven Top 40 singles, six Top 40 albums and over a million records sold worldwide, Turin Brakes return to TOM for a truly unique and intimate performance.

A Night For The Mandem is a special show dedicated to the conversation surrounding men's mental health, with a musically unconventional twist.

A relaxed evening of soulful songs and superb wines courtesy of our friends at Quaff Wine, expertly curated to delight every sense. A TOMPresents event.

After receiving thousands of 5-star reviews for their events and selling out hundreds of shows around the UK. The award winning,Teach Rex team are delighted to be bringing this unique, interactive show back to the families of Brighton.

Award-winning British comedian, novelist and Taskmaster favourite Mark Watson is known for sharp observational humour, marathon performances and acclaimed fiction.

Coming off the back of his sold out Don’t Listen To Me UK tour, Kane brings you his brand-new show Crowd Work King: one hour of purely unscripted, unplanned comedy; all based around audience participation.

Pioneering alt-comedy hero and star of Cats Does Countdown Paul Foot is coming to TOM with his critically acclaimed brand new stand-up show.

Award-winning flamenco guitarist Daniel Martinez returns in 2027 with the UK premiere of his brand-new album and production, a deeply personal and emotionally charged journey through the life of one of flamenco’s most celebrated touring artists.

Nouvelle Vague, the renowned bossa nova project founded by Marc Collin and the late Olivier Libaux in 2003, are returning to the UK in style in Spring 2027 to celebrate the release of their seventh album, A Date with Depeche Mode.

LIMITED AVAILABILITY. Smash hit Irish comedian, best-selling author, podcast host and viral online star Emma Doran hits the road once again, bringing her stand-up show Emmaculate to TOM as part of our Reigning Women festival.

Get ready to be transported by a handpicked curation of award-winning short films, showcasing breathtaking landscapes, bold expeditions, and unforgettable stories from around the world.

Taskmaster Champion, Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer Nominee and retired sugar daughter Sophie Duker is making her TOM debut with her brand-new show.

Coming off the back of his sold out Don’t Listen To Me UK tour, Kane brings you his brand-new show Crowd Work King: one hour of purely unscripted, unplanned comedy; all based around audience participation.

We invite you to an exclusive evening with the former Eurovision winner, and one of the most distinctive and compelling voices in contemporary European music.

LIMITED AVAILABILITY. Following his last sell-out appearance here at TOM, one of Australia’s favourite comedians returns to Brighton & Hove with a brand new show.