Humdinger Words for Lollygaggers and Fuddy-Duddies - Brighton Fringe
Humdinger Words for Lollygaggers and Fuddy-Duddies
This interactive comedy-cabaret-poetry extravaganza blends sharp wordplay, visual gags and mind-boggling trivia into an unmissable hour of laughs, learning and surprises.

Performed by neurospicy Renaissance man, Ben Dali, the show draws on a life spanning many careers, from hypnotist to primary teacher. Expect pieces to shift rapidly between styles and moods without warning, from infectious sincerity to unapologetic filth.

Highlights include a journey through English’s finest ‘Humdinger Words’; innocent childhood poems juxtaposed with depraved adult sequels; a visual comedy treat comparing country outlines to their outlandish doppelgängers. Along the way, Dali relives his diverse skillset, including genuine hypnotic effects and mentalism delivered in improvised rhyme.

Designed for attentive, intellectually curious audiences who celebrate playful language, HW&OJB is ideal for anyone who enjoys comedy that subverts genre and expectations, delivering knockout punchlines in every bout.

Cast & Creative Team


Writer/Performer: Ben Dali

Creative Consultant: Dan Simpson

Outside Eye: Pete Bearder

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fD1gIYLbc90

Company: Ben Dali

Genre: Comedy

Duration: 60 mins


Venues: Rotunda Theatre Brighton: PipRotunda Theatre Brighton: Squeak


Venue Accessibility:

Assistance Dogs Welcome Assistance Dogs Welcome

Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Accessible

This is combined information – if this event is happening across multiple venues, please be aware this may not be applicable across all performances.

For any queries about venue accessibility, including step free access, please contact box office.

Age suitability: 16+ (Guideline)

Babes in Arms policy: Under 2's are allowed in for free on the lap of a guardian.

Content Warnings:

 Audience Interaction Audience Interaction

 Strong Language Strong Language

Additional Content Warning:
Some mild adult themes including a photograph of a preserved penis in a museum

Standard: £10

Conc: £9 paid

Standard: £10

Conc: £9 paid

May 9, 2026

1:00 pm

Rotunda Theatre Brighton: Pip

Standard: £10

Conc: £9 paid

May 10, 2026

1:00 pm

Rotunda Theatre Brighton: Pip

Standard: £10

Conc: £9 paid



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