Three men sat on a sofa next to a saxophone. The man in the middle is smiling, on his right is an older man in a lively patterned suit, looking less happy. To the left is a younger man, wearing a cap and pointing forwards.
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The Torch

Nigel ‘Kobby’ Taylor
Sun 17 May 2026
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The Torch is a high-energy gig-theatre experience where Afrobeat, hip-hop, rap and storytelling collide.

Powered by live DJ decks and shimmering synths, the cast multi-role as musicians and actors, slipping between characters and the band. With comedy, heartbreak and a beat-driven narrative about not fitting in, this show celebrates identity, legacy and the moment you finally discover your own light.

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Brighton Festival is part of Without Walls, a network of organisations bringing innovative outdoor arts to towns and cities across England. Find out more on withoutwalls.uk.com.

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