Cultural Extravaganza: A Dive into Eastbourne's Eclectic Events Lineup 2025
Eastbourne Theatres is set to dazzle audiences with an extraordinary lineup of events stretching from the elegance of dance to the majesty of orchestral music, the charm of live theatre, and the thrill of comedy. Each event promises a unique cultural experience, featuring world-class performers, vibrant dance routines, iconic music, and thought-provoking theatre, all under one roof at Congress Theatre. Join us as we explore the spellbinding offerings that Eastbourne has in store for 2025, promising to indulge all arts lovers and leave audiences breathless.
Unlock the door to an undercover world of elegance and iconic dance flavours. From the New York Speakeasy to Havana dance floors, Chicago Blues Scene, Burlesque Cabaret Clubs and the glittering mirror balls of Studio 54. Mamba, Charleston, Foxtrot and Salsa the night away with our electrifying cast of world-class dance talent, vocalists and musicians. Experience the hottest of dance floor flavours with Strictly professionals Karen Hauer and Gorka Marquez.
Imagine a swelling river of sound; a musical voyage that begins amid the tranquillity of nature and ends in a surge of triumph. That’s Sibelius’s Second Symphony, and there are few experiences in classical music more invigorating, or more stirring. For the young Finnish conductor Tarmo Peltokoski, Sibelius is a national hero, and Canadian pianist Jan Lisiecki takes centre stage to showcase the grandeur and glory of Beethoven’s mighty ‘Emperor’ Concerto – a work dedicated to the composer’s patron and friend, Archduke Rudolf.
Craig Revel Horwood is a national treasure. The longest-serving judge on BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing is the master of the Glitter Ball. After starting as a dancer, he worked on the nation’s biggest musicals and became a choreographer, director, and best-selling author. Craig’s also a remarkable singer, and to celebrate the release of his debut solo album, Revelations, he’ll reveal his own, hidden talent during a Fab-U-Lous night of big songs, tall tales, and glamour.
Following 2023’s much lauded sell out ‘Refuelled! Tour’, Mike + The Mechanics return for the ‘Looking Back - Living The Years 2025 Tour’. Starting in March 2025 and playing through the whole of the UK, this tour will see them play their hits including ‘Over My Shoulder’, ‘The Living Years’ and ‘All I Need Is A Miracle’ as well as drift into some of Genesis’s much loved classic tracks.
Katherine is the creator and Star of Netflix’s smash hit The Duchess along with two global Netflix comedy specials: In Trouble and Glitter Room as well as 2022’s Missus on Sky / Now TV. She also hosted Backstage With Katherine Ryan for Amazon Prime and starred in Sky’s Romantic Getaway with Romesh Ranganathan. Get your tickets now to see a true masterclass in how to enter your Battleaxe era.
Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, CHICAGO is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her. Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious crime into a barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as easily be ripped from today's tabloids.
Bringing together fan favourites Dianne and Vito, with their incredible ability to deliver show-stopping performances, and a cast of multi-disciplined Burn the Floor dancers from around the world Red Hot and Ready is the ultimate high-voltage dance extravaganza, exploding with jaw-dropping choreography, heart-pounding music and breath-taking moves, from seriously sexy to irresistibly charming all celebrating the pure joy of dance!
Featuring founding member Graeme Clark, accompanied as ever by long-standing guitarist Graeme Duffin, and fronted by Kevin Simm, The ‘Wets’ will bring to the stage their catalogue of legendary and defining hits, including Sweet Little Mystery, Angel Eyes, Goodnight Girl, With a Little Help from My Friends, Sweet Surrender, Julia Says and of course Love Is All Around.
Eastbourne Theatres' 2025 season is a testament to the enduring power of live performances in bringing communities together. From the charm of dance and the grandeur of classical music to the laughter of comedy and the magic of theatre, each event offers a unique cultural experience. As the curtains rise on each show, audiences can expect to be transported into worlds crafted by talent and passion, ensuring memorable nights that celebrate the arts in all their forms. Join us at Congress Theatre for a year of unforgettable performances.