The Horne Section

The Horne Section is part music, part comedy - or as Alex Horne describes it ‘like swimming whilst holding a picture’.

Alex Horne is a talented stand-up comedian but his band is made up of world class musicians and together they make a magical mix.

With a song about Rich (sitting in the front row, eating salad) being amazing, an entire audience game of twister and a blindfolded macarena duel-off, this is a show that is guaranteed to get the audience laughing. Lively, inventive and unpredictable, this is the perfect Fringe comedy show.

Tonight’s mystery guest is a top choice in Rowlf the Dog – a Brighton North Laine busking legend – who proves that the large muppet outfit covers a very talented performer.

The Horne Section has become an Edinburgh staple, always slick, always funny and hosting a variety of top quality guests. It has become so much of a hit that it was given its own Radio 4 show. In this Brighton version, Rowlf the Dog is the only guest and the band’s parts have been developed to include them in the comedy. Each member get a chance to lead with their own comedy song; my favourite belonged to Joe the trumpeter – Spanish Flu – sung to the tune of Spanish flea.

Alex Horne is a talented stand-up comedian but his band is made up of world class musicians and together they make a magical mix.

Reviews by Lou Rogers

Laughing Horse @ Caroline of Brunswick

Nathan Cassidy: The Man in the Arena

★★
Sweet Dukebox

Blooming

★★★★
The Warren: Studio 2

Circled in The Radio Times

★★★★★
Brighton Spiegeltent: Bosco

What if the Plane Falls Out of the Sky?

★★★
Brighton Spiegeltent

The Brexorcist

★★

Since you’re here…

… we have a small favour to ask. We don't want your money to support a hack's bar bill at Abattoir, but if you have a pound or two spare, we really encourage you to support a good cause. If this review has either helped you discover a gem or avoid a turkey, consider doing some good that will really make a difference.

You can donate to the charity of your choice, but if you're looking for inspiration, there are three charities we really like.

Mama Biashara
Kate Copstick’s charity, Mama Biashara, works with the poorest and most marginalised people in Kenya. They give grants to set up small, sustainable businesses that bring financial independence and security. That five quid you spend on a large glass of House White? They can save someone’s life with that. And the money for a pair of Air Jordans? Will take four women and their fifteen children away from a man who is raping them and into a new life with a moneymaking business for Mum and happiness for the kids.
Donate to Mama Biashara now

Theatre MAD
The Make A Difference Trust fights HIV & AIDS one stage at a time. Their UK and International grant-making strategy is based on five criteria that raise awareness, educate, and provide care and support for the most vulnerable in society. A host of fundraising events, including Bucket Collections, Late Night Cabarets, West End Eurovision, West End Bares and A West End Christmas continue to raise funds for projects both in the UK and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Donate to Theatre MAD now

Acting For Others
Acting for Others provides financial and emotional support to all theatre workers in times of need through the 14 member charities. During the COVID-19 crisis Acting for Others have raised over £1.7m to support theatre workers affected by the pandemic.
Donate to Acting For Others now

Performances

Location

The Blurb

The first band to ever host 'Never Mind The Buzzcocks' (BBC 2) will be rolling into town with a barnstorming show, providing top-notch musical mayhem for the night. Led by the brilliant comedian and star of '8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown' (Channel 4), Alex Horne, expect this to be a one-off chance to see an unforgettable show! “We can’t recommend The Horne Section highly enough – it’s simply the best late-night show at the [Edinburgh Fringe Festival] and a gigantic heap of fun” (Time Out)

Most Popular See More

Matilda the Musical

From £24.00

More Info

Find Tickets

The Play That Goes Wrong

From £27.00

More Info

Find Tickets

Tina - The Tina Turner Musical

From £12.00

More Info

Find Tickets

Frozen the Musical

From £36.00

More Info

Find Tickets

The Mousetrap

From £30.00

More Info

Find Tickets

Mamma Mia!

From £15.00

More Info

Find Tickets