We say farewell to 2022 and welcome in 2023 with a new season of great shows that cross the live entertainment genres and will hopefully offer something for everyone.
A bumper season of high-quality drama includes West End smash-hit Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of) coming to the Congress Theatre. Winner of the Olivier Award for Best Comedy, this is a unique and audacious re-telling of the Jane Austen classic, it’s the show everyone’s going to be talking about so be sure to join us!
At the Devonshire Park Theatre, Northern Broadsides make their debut visit with the hilarious Regency farce Quality Street. From the writer of Peter Pan, J.M Barrie, think Bridgerton meets Inside The Factory! Thriller fans can enjoy courtroom drama The Verdict starring Jason Merrells and we begin the year with Alan Ayckbourn comedy Relatively Speaking starring Liza Goddard.
The Congress Theatre welcomes Heathers The Musical for the first time, following two seasons in the West End, the award-wining, black comedy rock musical is back on the road and we are delighted to welcome the show to Eastbourne!
Family show The Little Mermaid plays the Devonshire Park Theatre this Easter. The creative team behind the Christmas pantomime present a fantastic musical adaptation of The Little Mermaid. It will be ‘shrimply’ wonderful! (sorry!)
Coming to town for one-night only don’t miss Tubular Bells, Tap Factory, Queen Extravaganza, Mike and the Mechanics and not one, but two, shows from Strictly professionals; Firedance starring Karen Hauer and Gorka Marquez and Nadiya & Kai in Once Upon A Time.
There’s so much to choose from this season and this is just the beginning of 2023! We look forward to welcoming you to Eastbourne Theatres very soon.
CHRIS JORDAN Theatre Director, Eastbourne Theatres
From the team that brought you Sleeping Beauty in 2021, comes our most spectacular pantomime ever, guaranteed to make all your wishes come true!
Widow Twankey wants a husband, evil Abanazaar wants the magic lamp, Aladdin wants adventure and Wishee Washee wants some Spiderman pants! Can the Genie gran their wishes? Join us for a magic carpet ride worth waiting for! Eastbourne pantomime pure Genie-us!
‘BRIGHT, BEAUTIFUL AND SIMPLY BRILLIANT. THIS IS NOT JUST PANTO: IT IS DEVONSHIRE PARK PANTOMIME, AND IT IS FIVE-STAR ENTERTAINMENT.’
Eastbourne Herald on Sleeping Beauty 2021
Various times and prices see www. eastbournetheatres.co.uk for full details or contact Box Office
MILOŠ PLAYS RODRIGO
Sunday 15 January 2023
De Falla The ThreeCornered Hat: Suite No. 1
David Bruce The Peacock Pavane Rodrigo Concierto de Aranjuez Bizet Carmen Suites Nos. 1 & 2
Bizet Farandole from L’Arlésienne Suite No. 2
Karen Kamensek conductor
Miloš Karadaglić guitar
Miloš Karadaglić brings Spanish sunshine to Eastbourne with de Falla’s raw flamenco passion, Bizet’s picture-postcards, and Rodrigo’s magical guitar concerto. Plus, a celebration of musical colour and grace, specially written for Miloš by David Bruce.
POETRY AND PASSION
Sunday 12 February 2023
Tchaikovsky Romeo and Juliet: Fantasy Overture
Tchaikovsky Rococo Variations
Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5
Gergely Madaras conductor
Zlatomir Fung cello*
In this all-Tchaikovsky concert, we begin with the hugely popular Romeo and Juliet Overture, before diving into the drama of the Fifth Symphony. In between, Zlatomir Fung brings out all the brilliance and charm of the Rococo Variations.
*LPO Alexandra Jupin Award recipient
An annual award for an artist making their debut with the London Philharmonic Orchestra.
ROMANTIC JOURNEYS
Sunday 26 March 2023
Mendelssohn Symphony No. 3 (Scottish)
Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3
Patrick Hahn conductor
Tom Borrow piano
In the hands of Patrick Hahn, Mendelssohn’s ‘Scottish’ Symphony springs vividly to life: highland mists, warring clans, and melodies as heady as a single malt. And then comes the ‘Everest of Piano Concertos’, played by Tom Borrow.
LANDSCAPES
Sunday 16 April 2023
Mendelssohn Hebrides Overture
Dvořák Violin Concerto Brahms Symphony No. 3
Chloé van Soeterstède conductor
Tai Murray violin
From its epic opening to its final, radiant sunset, Brahms’s Third Symphony is the perfect climax to a concert that begins amid the wind and waves of the Hebrides, followed by the soaring melodies of Dvořák’s Violin Concerto.
Wednesday 1 February, 7.30pm
Queen Extravaganza are the official Queen tribute band produced by Roger Taylor and Brian May. The band, who began touring back in 2012, is made up of a rolling cast of gifted musicians hand-picked by Taylor and May. This spectacular 90-minute show features more than 20 Queen classics drawn from the band’s biggest hits.
TICKETS £20.50, £30.50, £48.50
Sunday 5 & Monday 6 February, 7.30pm
Irish in origin, this high-octane extravaganza takes dance to the next level with an explosive fusion of heart pounding Irish Dance and dazzling dance styles from around the world that have been specially choreographed for this show, including Flamenco, Salsa, Street Dance, Hip Hop, Can Can and American Tap.
TICKETS £31, Under 16s £19, Conc £1.50 off, Groups 10+ £2 off
Saturday 11 February, 7.30pm
Get ready as we spice up your life, taking you back for good and hit you one more time with the ultimate 90s party night out!
The music of a generation brought to life with fantastic vocals, genius costumes and of course; all the dance moves you know and love.
TICKETS £32, Groups 6+ £27, Ovation 10% Off (Max 2 tickets)
Beautifully crafted, uproariously funny and charmingly English, Relatively Speaking was Alan Ayckbourn's first West End hit in 1967.
Greg met Ginny a month ago and has decided she's the girl for him. When she goes to visit her parents, he decides to follow to ask her father for his daughter's hand in marriage. He finds Philip and Sheila enjoying a peaceful Sunday morning breakfast in the garden. The only thing is, they're not Ginny's parents…
Liza Goddard is one of the UK's favourite actresses. Her extensive range of Ayckbourn credits includes Life of Riley, Communicating Doors and Season's Greetings. Her television work includes cult classics Doctor Who and Bergerac.
Steven Pacey’s extensive credits include stage work with the RSC and National Theatre, television and film includes Boy A, The Birth of a Nation, Humans and Doctors. Antony Eden has recently been seen in the West End in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Tuesday 14 February, 7.30pm
Take 12 oil barrels, one stepladder, four bins and a bucket. Blend with the breathtaking tap dancing of eight male performers. High-energy dance, explosive percussion and awe-inspiring acrobatics collide in a dazzling fusion of live music and choreography. Tap Factory is a potent mix of dance, acrobatics, music and comedy that is a perfect for all the family.
TICKETS £28, Groups 10+ £20
Thursday 23 February, 7.30pm
The music that filled the dancehalls during the Big Band era is brought to life by The Moonlight Serenade Orchestra UK. Little Brown Jug, Pennsylvania 6-5000 and String of Pearls are just a few of the numbers that shot band leader Glenn Miller to world stardom. The evening will also feature pieces from other band leaders of the era plus songs by Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin.
TICKETS £26
CONGRESS THEATRE
Friday 24 February, 7.30pm
ONE NIGHT AT THE DISCO Recreating the magical 70s and taking you on a musical journey straight to the heart of disco! Relive songs from artists including Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind & Fire, Sister Sledge and Chic. Boasting a sensational live band, incredibly talented cast and stunning vocals, this is a fabulous, feel-good show!
TICKETS £32, Groups 6+ £27, Ovation 10% Off (Max 2 tickets)
CONGRESS THEATRE
Saturday 25 February, 7.30pm
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Tubular Bells, the iconic masterpiece will be performed live with a full band, conducted and arranged by Oldfield’s long term collaborator Robin Smith. A bold and progressive fusion, Tubular Bells is a journey through classical, jazz, folk, prog rock and electronica.
TICKETS £20, £32, £48, £55
CONGRESS THEATRE
Wednesday 1 March, 7.30pm
KAREN
Strictly stars Karen Hauer, Gorka Marquez and their scintillating cast in a night of supercharged choreography. Join them in a captivating dance off inspired by Romeo & Juliet, Moulin Rouge, Carmen, West Side Story and featuring a mix of Latin, Rock and Pop music. With sizzling dancers, mesmerising fire specialists and live band.
TICKETS £32.50, £40.50, £48.50
CONGRESS THEATRE
Thursday 2 March, 7.30pm
Celebrate the music of Jeff Lynne's ELO, Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers and The Beatles' George Harrison. Plus, the collective that was The Traveling Wilburys. Although the Wilburys never toured, come and experience what it might have been like to see them live.
TICKETS £28.50, Ovation 10% Off (Max 2 tickets)
Saturday 4 March, 7.45pm
Investigating the UK’s most notorious serial killers, hosted by the Scottish Detective who brought serial killer Peter Tobin to justice. A chilling, thrilling, night with, David Swindle, get the detective’s perspective on what makes a serial killer tick, the warning signs and clues behind The Makings of a Murderer!
TICKETS £29.50
Sunday 5 March, 7.30pm
The award-winning Chicago Blues Brothers have put the band back together and are ‘Cruisin for a Bluesin’ taking you to the music capitals of the USA for one night of spectacular live music. Join Jake and Elwood, and the award winning CBB Band for this musical spectacular.
TICKETS £27, Over 65s £24, Under 14s £17
Wednesday 8 March, 7.30pm
Set in a decrepit Fairground on the edge of nowhere! An amazing set, stellar lights, special effects and of course beautifully bizarre circus acts, a sinister story and the darkest of magic all performed to an original Rock score. Whether a Rock fan or theatregoer The Circus of Horrors has something for everyone. Age guidance 16+ TICKETS £20.50, £24.50, £28.50
Every couple needs a little fantasy to keep their marriage sparkling. But behind the gingham curtains, things start to unravel, and being a domestic goddess is not as easy as it seems…
Home, I’m Darling received its World Premiere at Theatr Clwyd in 2018, before playing at the National Theatre, transferring to the Duke of York’s in the West End and winning Best New Comedy at the 2019 Olivier Awards. This production reunites the entire original creative team, led by Theatr Clwyd Artistic Director and Co-Director Designate of the Royal Shakespeare Company, Tamara Harvey with Co-Director Hannah Noone and stars BAFTA Award winner Jessica Ransom as Judy.
Tue – Sat 7.45pm Wed, Thu & Sat 2.30pm
Tue – Thu 7.45pm £23.50, £27, £29
Fri & Sat 7.45pm £25.50, £29, £31
Wed, Thu & Sat 2.30pm £23.50, £25.50 Conc £1.50 off
Groups 10+ 10% off
Under 25s £15 (Top 2 prices, Tue – Thu)
Friends of DPT 25% off (First night only)
Ovation 10% off (Max 4 tickets, Tue – Thu)
Audio described performances. See p.33.
Friday 10 March, 7.30pm
Music by Georges Bizet.
Sung in French with English Surtitles Performed by the Dnipro Opera, from Ukraine
Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a live Orchestra of over 30 musicians.
Feel the thrill of fiery passion, jealousy and violence of 19th century Seville in Bizet’s most popular opera. Carmen tells the story of the downfall of Don José, a naïve soldier who falls head over heels in love with Carmen, a seductive, free-spirited femme fatale.
The music of Carmen has been widely acclaimed for the brilliance of its melodies, enthralling atmosphere and orchestration, as well as for the skill with which Bizet musically represented the emotions and suffering of his characters.
TICKETS £34, £37, Under 16s £21, Conc £2 off
CONGRESS THEATRE
Saturday 11 March, 7.30pm
Music by G. Puccini.
Sung in Italian with English Surtitles Performed by the Dnipro Opera, from Ukraine
Set in Japan at the turn of the last century, this is the story of a doomed love affair between an American naval officer and his young Japanese bride which leads to tragedy.
Though infinitely sad and tragic, the compelling tale remained Puccini’s favourite opera and gave the world its most sublime and beautiful arias One Fine Day and Love Duet, as well as the Humming Chorus.
Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a live Orchestra of more than 30 musicians, this touching tale of innocent love crushed between two utterly different cultures resonates as strongly as ever in today’s world.
TICKETS £34, £37, Under 16s £21, Conc £2 off
The powerful bestselling courtroom thriller that inspired a multi Academy Award-Nominated film starring Paul Newman.
Frank Galvin is a washed up veteran lawyer and an alcoholic. He is presented with one last chance to redeem himself when he is given an open-and-shut medical malpractice case that no one thinks he can win. Up against the unforgiving medical establishment, he courageously refuses an out of court settlement, believing it is negligence that has condemned a young mother. Smelling a cover up, he instead takes the case and the entire legal system to court...
Jason Merrells is known to millions for his roles in Agatha Raisin, Emmerdale, Casualty, Waterloo Road and many more. He is joined by Richard Walsh (London's Burning), Reanne Farley (River City), Vincent Pirillo, Nigel Barber, Jason Wilson, Okon Jones, Michael Lunney, Sarah Shelton, Teresa Jennings, Holly Jackson Walters, James Morley, Bruce Chattan, Anna Arthur and Dave Speck.
This phenomenal and gripping courtroom thriller has been a huge success at theatres across the UK and Ireland.
Prices inclusive of booking fee |
Tue – Sat 7.45pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm
Tue – Thu 7.45pm 23.50, £27, £29
Fri & Sat 7.45pm £25.50, £29, £31 Wed & Sat 2.30pm £23.50, £25.50
Conc £1.50 off
Groups 10+ 10% off (Top 2 prices, Tue – Thu 7.45pm only)
Under 25s £15
Under 16s & Students £10
Friends of DPT 25% off (First two nights)
Ovation 10% off (Max 4 tickets, Tue – Thu 7.45pm)
Audio described performances. See p.33.
Monday 13 & Tuesday 14 March, 7pm
This wonderful show brings together young people from local schools and colleges in a unique celebration of dance with many taking to the stage for the first time. The two evenings will see over 30 schools and 850 dancers performing a variety of dance styles.
TICKETS £12
Friday 17 March, 7.30pm
Back in the UK, bigger and even better celebrating the very best of Classic Rock. Paying tribute to its favourite rock heroes, performed with note-for-note precision, bringing the original iconic and era defining recordings back to life on stage, with an amazing sound and light show to match. Anthem after anthem, riff after riff and solo after solo, culminating in a show-stopping guitar duel.
*TICKETS £32, £37, £47
CONGRESS THEATRE
Saturday 25 March, 7.30pm
The music that has filled the airwaves since the 1970s is brought to life on stage with a 10 piece band including a three-piece horn section and four vocalists. The Absolute Reggae show will have you singing along to great Reggae songs from Bob Marley, Aswad, John Holt, Pato Banton and UB40 to name a few.
*TICKETS £25.50
DEVONSHIRE PARK THEATRE
Tuesday 21 – Saturday 25 March
WRITTEN BY STEVEN CANNY & JOHN NICHOLSON ADAPTED FROM THE NOVEL BY HG WELLS STORY BY STEVEN CANNY, JOHN NICHOLSON & MARK SHANAHAN DIRECTED BY ORLA O’LOUGHLIN
A hilarious retelling of the epic and world-famous novel by HG Wells.
Fast-paced, wise-cracking, this is an adaptation like no other. When the world of science fiction and science fact collide extraordinary and mindboggling things can happen. Expect the most surprising and unforeseen consequences as we go on a journey through time. Strap yourself in for the twists and turns along the way, just make sure to note down the time and date on your way in… you know… just in case you have to find your way back there at some point…
From writing team behind the smash hit comedy The Hound of the Baskervilles and the award-winning Original Theatre who brought you Agatha Christie’s The Mirror Crack’d and Alan Bennett’s The Habit of Art. Warning: may contain show tunes.
Age guidance: 10+
‘THIS INGENIOUS ADAPTATION IS A FABULOUS, EXHILARATING SLAPSTICK ROMP COMBINING THEATRICAL INVENTION AND WONDERFULLY COMIC PERFORMANCES’.
Fairy Powered Productions on THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES
Tue – Sat 7.45pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm
TICKETS
Tue – Thu 7.45pm £23.50, £27, £29
Fri & Sat 7.45pm £25.50, £29, £31
Wed & Sat 2.30pm £23.50, £25.50
Conc £1.50 off
Groups 10+ 10% off (Top 2 prices, Tue – Thu 7.45pm only)
Under 16s & Students £10 Under 25s £15
Friends of DPT 25% off (First 2 nights)
Ovation 10% off (Max 4 tickets, Tue – Thu)
Audio described performances. See p.33.
From the writer of Peter Pan, this delicious farce was such a sensation in its day that it gave its name to the UK’s most loved chocolates.
Phoebe Throssel runs a school for unruly children on Quality Street. Ten years since a tearful goodbye, an old flame returns from fighting Napoleon. But the look of disappointment on Captain Valentine’s face when he greets an older, less glamorous Phoebe, spurs our determined heroine to action.
She becomes the wild and sparkling Miss Livvy, a younger alter-ego who soon beguiles the clueless Captain. As their romance is rekindled, can she juggle both personas? Or will the deception scandalise the town and wreck any future with the man she loves?
Northern Broadsides revive their hit regency comedy, stirring in a good helping of Yorkshire wit from the retired workers of the Halifax factory where Quality Street have been proudly made since 1936. Think Bridgerton meets Inside the Factory.
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Mail on Sunday
Wed – Sat 7.45pm Thu & Sat 2.30pm
TICKETS
Wed & Thu 7.45pm £23.50, £27, £29
Fri & Sat 7.45pm £25.50, £29, £31
Thu & Sat 2.30pm £23.50, £25.50
Conc £1.50 off Groups 10+ 10% off (Top 2 prices, Wed & Thu 7.45pm only)
Under 25s £15 (Wed & Thu only)
Under 16s & Students £10
Friends of DPT 25% off (First night only)
Ovation 10% off (Max 4 tickets, Wed & Thu)
Thursday 30 March, 7pm
The dance event for schools and colleges that is taking the country by storm is coming to the Congress Theatre. Embracing an ever-evolving digital world and how this is changing the face of modern performance, Dance Live! sees pupils compete with choreographed routines to the backdrop of a giant digital screen.
TICKETS £16.50, Under 14s & Over 65s £15, School Groups 10+ £16
Sunday 2 April, 7.45pm
The International bestselling author embarks on her first theatre tour. Part detective story, part love letter about how history is made, part celebration of extraordinary, brilliant trailblazing and inspirational women throughout history. Warrior Queens & Quiet Revolutionaries: How Women (Also) Built the World will surprise, amaze, challenge and perhaps even encourage some to undertake a little family history of their own.
*TICKETS £30
Direct from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story.
Men, money and microphones will be fought over in this irreverent but affectionate adaptation where the stakes couldn’t be higher when it comes to romance. This “smart, laugh out loud funny” (Daily Telegraph) show features a string of pop classics including Young Hearts Run Free, Will You Love Me Tomorrow and You’re So Vain. It’s the 1800s. It’s party time. Let the ruthless matchmaking begin.
‘RIOTOUSLY FUNNY…GLORIOUSLY ENTERTAINING…FRANKLY SENSATIONAL’ Variety
‘COMPLETELY FAITHFUL TO THE BOOK, IT’S ALSO A RAUCOUSLY IRREVERENT ROMP’
Patrick Marmion, Daily Mail
‘HILARITY, ROMANCE, MADNESS AND UTTER THEATRICAL JOY. THE WHOLE HOUSE ROSE TO ITS FEET AND CHEERED AND CHEERED’
Stephen Fry
Tue – Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm
TICKETS
Tue – Thu 7.30pm £25.50, £29, £31
Fri & Sat 7.30pm £27.50, £31, £33
Wed & Sat 2.30pm £25.50, £27.50
Conc £1.50 off Groups 10+ 10% off (Top 2 prices, Tue – Thu 7.30pm only)
Under 25s £20 (Tue – Thu only)
Friends of DPT 25% off (First night only)
Ovation 10% off (Max 4 tickets, Tue – Thu 7.30pm)
Thursday 6 April, 7.45pm
Journey back to the heady days of the Rat Pack Era as well as swinging it up to date with numbers from Michael Bublé and Harry Connick Junior. This is not a look-a-like, sound-a-like tribute show, but a showcase of the numbers of that time along with arrangements by more recent singers that are keeping the genre alive.
*TICKETS £25.50, Friends of DPT & Ovation 10% Off (Max 2 tickets)
Sunday 9 April, 7.30pm
Once Upon a Time is a fairy tale like no other, it is the brand-new show starring Strictly superstars Nadiya and Kai, for the first time on stage together. Join them for a stunning show that highlights their different backgrounds and showcases their incredible ballroom journeys. It will be a lavish production with beautiful choreography, stunning costumes and a talented cast of dancers and musicians.
TICKETS £25, £40, £47
Guaranteed to make a splash this Easter, Eastbourne Theatres present a fantastic musical adaptation of The Little Mermaid. A tidal wave of comedy, this hilarious family show is sure to warm your cockles and win the hearts of your little sea urchins!
CITY AM
Following two smash hit West End seasons, a record-breaking run at The Other Palace and winning the WhatsOnStage award for Best New Musical, Heathers The Musical, the black comedy rock musical based on the eponymous 1988 film, embarks on a new national tour.
Westerberg High’s Veronica Sawyer is just another nobody dreaming of a better day. But when she joins the beautiful and impossibly cruel Heathers and her dreams of popularity may finally come true, mysterious teen rebel JD teaches her that it might kill to be a nobody, but it is murder being a somebody.
Age guidance 14+
Tue – Sat 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat 2.30pm
TICKETS
Tue – Thu 7.30pm £26, £30, £37, £43, £47
Wed & Thu 2.30pm £22.50, £27.50, £34.50, £40.50, £44.50
Fri 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm £28, £32, £39, £45, £49 Conc £5 off
Under 16s £10 off Groups 10+ £4 off, 20+ £5 off, 50+ £6 off School Groups 10+ £20 (All apply Tue – Thu, top 3 prices)
Ovation Members 10% Off (Max 4 tickets, Tue – Thu)
Prices inclusive of booking fee |
Tuesday 25 April, 7.45pm
The British monarchy has survived rebellion, revolution, and war. Royal Historian, broadcaster and Chief Curator of Hampton Court and The Tower of London, Tracy Borman takes us on a gripping, entertaining and informative audiovisual tour of 1000 years of the twists and turns of the British monarchy in a show packed with the good, the bad, the great and the mad!
TICKETS £27, Friends Of DPT 10% Off (Max 2 tickets)
Thursday 4 May, 7.30pm
After a fantastic sell out debut tour across the UK, What’s Love Got To Do With It? is back for 2023 celebrating the music of the incredible rock and soul legend Tina Turner. Enjoy Private Dancer, Proud Mary, Simply The Best and many more.
TICKETS £25, £27.50, £29.50
Saturday 6 May, 7.30pm
Back with another incredible show celebrating the golden age of Rock ’n’ Roll and Pop from the 50s to the 80s. Hilarious comedy sketches combine with brilliant vocals and superb musicianship to bring you the ultimate feel-good experience that will leave you singing and dancing.
TICKETS £25, £27, £29
When Darkness Falls is a brand-new spine-chilling ghost story that delivers a twisted, terrifying, and thrilling tale that will “leave you cowering in your seat.” (The Guardian)
On a stormy night on the small island of Guernsey, a young paranormal expert joins a sceptical history teacher to record the first in a series of podcasts based on the island’s incredible folklore and paranormal history. As the expert regales his horrifying stories, the teacher learns that we all have our own truth. Our own story. Ghosts that haunt us. That bring the past, present, and future together in unexpected ways. Ways that could threaten to unsettle everything we think we know.
Inspired by true events, this powerful new production by James Milton and Paul Morrissey draws us into dark pasts, reveals disturbing truths and explores the power of stories. Perhaps most importantly, the ones we tell ourselves.
Age guidance 12+
Wed – Sat 7.45pm Thu & Sat 2.30pm
TICKETS
Wed – Thu 7.45pm £23.50, £25.50, £27.50
Fri & Sat 7.45pm £25.50, £27.50, £29.50
Thu & Sat 2.30pm £22.50, £24.50
Conc £1.50 off
Groups 10+ 10% off (Top 2 prices, Tue – Thu 7.45pm only)
Under 25s £15
Under 16s & Students £10
Friends of DPT 25% off (First night only)
Ovation 10% off (Max 4 tickets, Wed & Thu 7.45pm)
Wednesday 10 May, 7.30pm
From their rise to fame, decade-long feud and emotional reunion, follow the sad yet glorious story of The Everly Brothers. Featuring all the hits including Bye Bye Love, All I Have To Do Is Dream and Cathy’s Clown, plus many more classics immortalized by those trademark “harmonies from heaven”.
TICKETS £27.50
CONGRESS THEATRE
Thursday 11 May, 7.30pm
Direct from the USA, the world’s biggest, best and most successful Elvis tribute show returns to the UK. Starring three winners of Elvis Presley Enterprises’ Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, Shawn Klush (USA), Dean Z (USA) and Ben Thompson (UK). Don’t miss three of the world’s very best Elvis tribute artists together in one show with an incredible live band and orchestra.
TICKETS £31.50, £36.50, VIP £57.50
CONGRESS THEATRE
Friday 12 May, 7.30pm
All the hits and a drop of Genesis. Mike and the Mechanics are Genesis founding member Mike Rutherford, Andrew Roachford and Canadian-born singer, Tim Howar. The tour includes tracks from their most recent top-10 selling album Out of the Blue, all the hits, plus some Genesis.
TICKETS £44.50, £52
Tuesday 16 May, 7.30pm
Daniel O’Donnell’s career spans more than 30 years, racking up over 15 million album sales worldwide.
The Donegal based singer is the only artist in the world to score a hit in the UK album charts every year since 1988, an unprecedented and unbroken 34-year span. Now see him live on stage!
TICKETS £45.50, £49.50
Friday 19 May, 7.30pm
MUSIC & MEMORIES TOUR
Experience Don Williams like never before in a show curated by Keith Urban. This wonderful show, by modern technology, brings Country Music Hall Of Famer the Legendary Don Williams and his music to life. Hear his biggest Hits, with Don on screen, through the years, along with his original touring band from the USA on stage playing Live! Accompanied by The British Philharmonic Concert Orchestra.
TICKETS £37
DEVONSHIRE PARK THEATRE
Thursday 25 May, 7.45pm
Seventy minutes. Seven seasons. One Spike. This fast-paced new production brings you the entire 144 episodes of the hit 90s TV show, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, as told through the eyes of the one person who knows it inside out… Spike. Funny, satirical and bursting with 90s pop-culture references, it’s the perfect parody for Buffy aficionados and those who never enrolled at Sunnydale High alike.
TICKETS £25, £27
Tuesday 13 – Saturday 17 June
Ready to thrill you with fun and naughty moments, Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical, The Rocky Horror Show returns to Eastbourne as part of its sell-out tour, having been seen by over 30 million theatregoers.
The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids – Brad and his fiancée Janet. When by a twist of fate, their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion whilst on their way to visit their former college professor, they meet the charismatic Dr Frank’n’Furter. It is an adventure they’ll never forget, filled with fun, frolics, frocks, and frivolity.
Directed by Christopher Luscombe, The Rocky Horror show is the biggest party and features timeless classics, including Sweet Transvestite, Damn it Janet, and of course, the pelvic thrusting show stopping Time Warp.
Tue – Thu 7.30pm Fri 5.30pm & 8.30pm Sat 5pm & 8pm
TICKETS
Tue – Thu 7.30pm
£18, £22, £29, £35, £40
Fri 5.30pm £16, £19, £25, £30, £34 Fri 8.30pm & Sat 5pm & 8pm £22.50, £26.50, £33.50, £39.50, £44.50
Conc £5 off
Under 16s £10 off
Groups 10+ £5 off, 20+ £6 off, 50+ £7 off
(Apply Tue – Thu & Fri 5.30pm)
Ovation 10% Off (Max 4 tickets)
The Congress and Devonshire Park Theatre are close to Eastbourne seafront, only a short distance from the town centre and clearly signposted on all the major routes in to the town. Drive time 30 minutes from Hastings & Bexhill, 40 minutes from Brighton and 1 hour from Tunbridge Wells. Sat Nav postcode BN21 4BW. The venues are a 10-15 minute walk from Eastbourne train station.
Parking available in College Road pay and display car park. Free on street parking after 6pm.
Box Office Opening Times
In person and by telephone Monday – Saturday 9am – 5pm (Open until 8pm on show days) Sunday 10am – 4pm
Box Office
In person bookings can be made at the new Welcome Building (next to the Congress Theatre, Carlisle Road) or at Devonshire Park Theatre, Compton Street, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN21 4BW Devonshire Park box office will be open 2 hours before shows. Phone 01323 412000 Online www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk
Tickets can now be purchased in-person at Seaford TIC.
Correspondence Address Eastbourne Theatres Box Office, Welcome Building, Compton Street, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4BP
Only one discount per ticket. Subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply. Where indicated concessions apply to over 65s, jobseekers, people with disabilities, students in full-time education, under 16s and 25s. Where concessionary tickets have been purchased suitable ID may be requested. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Family Ticket 2 adults + 2 under 16s unless otherwise indicated.
Children under 2 are welcome at family productions. A £2 ticket will apply to shows considered suitable and is subject to change, otherwise standard prices will apply.
On selected shows a per ticket booking fee is included in the advertised ticket price. For many incoming productions, the majority of the ticket income is paid to the production company or promoter. The booking fee is entirely retained by the venue.
All tickets are non-refundable. For full terms and conditions please visit our website.
Please ensure you notify us of any special requirements at time of booking.
Eastbourne Theatres operate a free scheme for those who need an Essential Companion to be with them at a show in order to assist them. Application forms available from box office or at www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk l Wheelchair spaces, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Blue Badge parking near to venues
Infrared Hearing & Induction Loop System
Ramp access to Box Office
Patron Lift to all floors at Congress Theatre via Welcome Building
Guide Dogs welcome
Orientation tours available on request
Brochures available in audio format l Audio Description provided by Friends of the Devonshire Park Theatre Friday evenings and Saturday matinees of week-long productions. Check website for details.
Eastbourne Theatres is funded by Eastbourne Borough Council with support from Friends of the Devonshire Park Theatre fodpt.org.uk
All details correct at time of going to print.
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