Olga Koch's 'Fat Tom Cruise' show to hit Brighton in 2026

Olga Koch's 'Fat Tom Cruise,' show is coming to Brighton next November. <i>(Image: Jaques)</i>
Olga Koch's 'Fat Tom Cruise,' show is coming to Brighton next November. (Image: Jaques)
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Comedian Olga Koch is set to bring her immersive new show to Brighton.

'Fat Tom Cruise,' which explores recent history, will be staged at Komedia on November 5, 2026.

Further details and booking options are available at rocknrolga.com.

The show, directed by Jet Vevers, follows Koch's residency at London's Soho Theatre in February 2026.

Koch has been recognised as a versatile talent with a keen sense of humour and storytelling ability.

Her growing list of accolades includes a nomination for Most Outstanding Show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival in 2025, and the Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Newcomer in 2018.

She was also nominated for Best Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival in 2020, and triumphed with the Writers' Guild Award for Best Radio Comedy in 2022 for her acclaimed show Fight.

She has appeared on several major UK programmes such as Mock the Week, QI, and Live at the Apollo, along with prominent shows in Australia and New Zealand.

Beyond her TV appearances, Koch also hosts the popular podcast The Glue Factory and the online series Bad Advice.

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