Lava Elastic started out as the UK's first openly Neurodiverse night just a few years ago and has become known for its generous, fun events for audience and performers alike.

Lava Elastic has built a reputation for showcasing bold, brilliant performers who bend form, expectations, and genre into something fresh, funny, and fiercely alive. Each edition is a hand-picked mix of comedy, poetry, and unexpected performance, held together by warmth, mischief, and connection.

This latest edition lands at The Gulbenkian Arts Centre on the 9th October, bringing together a line-up of artists who each offer something distinct: razor-sharp stand-up, poetic digressions, character comedy, musical moments, and beautifully unpredictable live work. No two Lava Elastic nights are ever quite the same, but they all share a sense of intimacy, inclusivity, and an atmosphere where anything can happen (and usually does).

Hosted by the brilliant Sarah Saeed, the evening moves between acts with charm, wit, and a real knack for making the room feel instantly at ease. Whether you’re a regular or it’s your first time, Lava Elastic offers a night that feels alive, generous, and gloriously unpolished in all the right ways!