This festive season and beyond, the historic Theatre Royal Brighton becomes a beacon for extraordinary performances, bringing beloved classics and groundbreaking new productions to life. From the nostalgic tunes of 'NOW That's What I Call a Musical' to the breathtaking spectacle of 'Swan Lake,' the theatre promises an eclectic array of shows to enthrall audiences of all ages. Not to miss are the enchanting 'Slava's Snowshow' and the heartwarming '101 Dalmatians.' Join us as we delve into the diverse lineup of performances set to grace this iconic stage.

Unmissable Theatre Experiences at Theatre Royal Brighton: A Journey Through Timeless Productions and Magical Performances

The rollicking animal adventure 101 Dalmatians is going on tour! Based on the classic children's story by English novelist Dodie Smith, the reimagined version of the 2022 Regent's Park production will feature book by Johnny McKnight, stage adapted by award-winning playwright Zinnie Harris and music is by Tony and Olivier Award-winner Douglas Hodge.

101 Dalmatians

Theatre Royal Brighton

This international award-winning hit is now considered one of the capital's leading Christmas shows, having delighted theatregoers worldwide for over two decades!

It's theatre like you've never experienced before. Perfect for the whole family to enjoy together, this larger-than-life production now takes to the road this Christmas transforming stages across the country into a whirling winter wonderland, with a heart-stopping blizzard of snow.

What to expect from Slava's Snowshow

Experience a winter circus-like world with clouds, giant snowballs, special effects and an indoor blizzard. The ensemble cast of clowns use water, cobwebs, bubbles and dry ice to recreate a world of wonder in which a bed becomes a boat, a web of cotton envelops the audience and a single piece of paper can ignite a storm.

Slava's Snowshow

Plenty of us fondly remember rushing down to the shops to pick up each new release of "NOW, That's What I Call Music!", the thrice-yearly compilation of Top-10 hits that has become a mainstay in British culture since the 80s. Now, from comedian Pippa Evans and director and choreographer Craig Revel Horwood (Strictly Come Dancing) comes a brand new musical inspired by the classic compilations! Premiering in Autumn 2024, NOW That's What I Call A Musical tells a story which many of us lived, through the classic songs from "NOW..." compilations through the ages! 

NOW That's What I Call a Musical

Who would have thought that this group of rhythm and blues-obsessed lads from Deptford would go on to become one of the top-selling bands in the world, touring well into their twilight years? Find out where it all began for Mick, Keith, Richard, and Charlie with this exciting concert tribute! Covering their insane career from South London to the world's biggest stages, you'll be treated to their biggest tunes, including Satisfaction, Not Fade Away, Honky Tonk Woman, Brown Sugar, Start Me Up and many more performed by dedicated musicians, led by celebrated Mick Jagger look-a-like Paul Ashworth.

The Rolling Stones Story

Across an incredible career, the much loved Luther Vandross soundtracked some of the most important moments in many lives around the world. Nicknamed 'The Velvet Voice,' there's no wonder he was named in Rolling Stone's 200 greatest singers of all time, with a seemingly endless list of hits including Never Too Much, Here and Now, Dance with My Father, Power of Love/Love Power and so many others, leading to 40 million records sold globally and 8 Grammy Awards

Luther Live

Peppa Pig and pals are back and you're invited to join them on their newest adventure - Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out. Created by Ashley Baker Davies, Peppa, her mummy and daddy and little brother George and her pantheon of farmyard friends have been delighting pre-schoolers since 2004. In that time, Peppa evolved from the star of her own animated series to book character, theme park inspiration and much, much more!

Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out

Pink Floyd left a legacy as one of history's greatest ever live bands, with breathtaking performances, stage production and light shows which the world had never seen. Those who are too young to have witnessed Floyd in their heyday only have stories and videos to go off of those legendary gigs, but never fear - the UK Pink Floyd Experience are here to stunningly recreate the atmosphere and experience of a classic Pink Floyd performance!

UK Pink Floyd Experience

After much speculation, the Broadway smash hit musical is finally taking to the road in this brand new production from Ambassador Theatre Group and the Nottingham Playhouse. Telling the story of troubled teen Evan, the show dives into the themes of misunderstood youth and the ever-growing impact of technology on our lives. The original version of this Tony-winning musical was a massive hit in the West End, earning a staggering seven Olivier nominations including Best New Musical!

Featuring a book by Steven Leverson and music and lyrics from Justin Paul and Benji Pasek (La La Land) that includes modern theatrical classics such as "Waving Through a Window" and "You Will Be Found" discover the powerful musical in this exciting new production when it sets off across the country from the autumn of 2024!

Dear Evan Hansen

Following on from the success of their brilliant adaptations of Gangsta Granny, Billionaire Boy and Demon Dentist, Awful Auntie" class="css-u850" data-mark-multiple="true">Awful Auntie is set to be another rollercoaster romp. Set in 1933, join Stella Saxby, the newly orphaned heir to Saxby Hall, as she pits her wits against her titular Awful Auntie Alberta, who'll stop at nothing to steal Stella's inheritance! Another classic Walliams' adventure, expect laughs-a-plenty, spectacular effects, ghosts, schemes, twists, and more, including a particularly big owl as Stella battles her Awful Auntie to win the day!

Awful Auntie

See Britain's best loved sea shanty group, Fisherman's Friends, live on tour in the UK in 2024! Long before the recent Wellerman Tiktok craze, the Cornish singers were arguably the first modern group to bring shanty singing back to the mainstream. Singing old sea songs together in their Port Isaac hometown since the mid-90s, the group unexpectedly signed a million-pound record deal with Universal in 2010 and were catapulted from their lives as fishermen and coastguards who loved to sing, into national folk music superstars.

Fisherman's Friends

Brighton Dome

Experience the sultry Parisian glamour of the legendary Moulin Rouge in the glitteringly brilliant Come What May" class="css-u850">Come What May" class="css-u850">Come What May! In a showstopping tribute to the timeless 2001 musical movie Moulin Rouge! starring Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor, witness all of the greatest hit songs from the film, including "Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend", "Your Song" and of course the titular "Come What May"!

Come What May

It's time to smarten up your spandex and polish those platforms for the biggest ABBA party as it heads out on a new UK tour this year. One of the world's most respected tributes, MANIA is the way to experience the hits of the chart-toppers - presented as a glorious concert that'll take you all the way down memory lane. So, get ready to thank them for the music and join fans old and young for this unforgettable celebration of the one and only ABBA!

MANIA - The Abba Tribute

The songs, humour and heart of Saint Dolly Parton herself form the basis of this exciting new musical, kicking its boots across the UK on this exciting new tour following a tryout at Manchester's Lowry Theatre. 

Created by double Emmy winner Bruce Vilanch with director Gabriel Barre and Tricia Paoluccio, and with a re-tooled book by Gimmie Gimmie Gimmie writer Jonathan Harvey, Here You Come Again is a true love letter to Parton that features a raft of her biggest and best hits (including '9-5','I Will Always Love You' and 'Jolene' among many more) to tell a touching and hilarious tale of one fan and how his enduring love for Dolly gets him through - something many of us can relate to!

Here You Come Again - The New Dolly Parton Musical

A global sensation since 2018 and based on Paula Hawkins' gripping best-seller, The Girl On The Train follows Rachel Watson, who, in her quest to escape her own troubled life, becomes fascinated by a seemingly perfect couple she watches from her train window. When the woman she observes mysteriously vanishes, Rachel finds herself entangled in a whirlwind of suspense and unexpected revelations. This thrilling narrative, which has sold over 20 million copies worldwide and inspired a hit film starring Emily Blunt, is now brought to life on stage.

The Girl On The Train

Varna International Ballet return for 2025 with their production of Shakespeare's romantic tragedy, Romeo and Juliet. Set to Prokofiev's stunning score, expect an exhilarating visit to Verona of old, where a pair of young lovers are caught in the crossfire of their family's age old vendetta against each other. Passionate and full of the joy and heartbreak of first love, don't miss the beloved tale as it comes to stages across the UK!

Romeo and Juliet

Witness one of the most magnificent ballets of all time presented by Bulgaria's prestigious Varna International Ballet who return to the UK by popular demand in 2025! Set to Tchaikovsky's lush score, Swan Lake's story of supernatural romance never fails to delight, with unforgettable choreography, glittering costumes and breathtaking drama.

Swan Lake

As part of their 2025 UK season, Varna International Ballet is bringing back their wonderful imagining of The Nutcracker, offering a little bit of Christmas spirit in a sparkling and classic production that'll delight, even after the big day itself! Expect glittering sets, costumes and traditional ballet, wrapped up in Tchaikovsky's unforgettable score.

Nutcracker

George is tired of being the scruffiest giant in town, so when he sees a shop with spiffy giant clothes in the window, he is overjoyed that he is finally the smartest giant! But when he meets a group of animals who need his help (and his clothes) it's time to choose between looking good and helping others. A glorious musical of kindness and friendship, The Smartest Giant in Town is the latest

The Smartest Giant in Town

Prepare to blast off into the stratosphere with this electrifying tribute to The Rocketman himself! Starring Jimmy Love, enjoy a fabulous concert experience complete with uncanny vocals, dazzling staging, and outrageous costumes. With a nostalgic setlist that'll take you right back to when rock was young, this is the perfect night out for Elton fans - old and new!

The Rocket Man Show - Elton John Musical Tribute

Strictly champion and BAFTA winner Giovanni Pernice returns with his new tour bringing with him this all-new dancing spectacular titled 'The Last Dance'. Showcasing Pernice's magnificent talents, he'll yet again be joined by a dazzling cast of world-class dancers and West End performers for an unforgettable night of entertainment!

Giovanni Pernice

Leading British theatremaker Ellen Kent presents the 2025 UK tour of them most romantic opera in the world, Puccini's La Boheme. The hotly anticipated production promises a full orchestra, lavish costumes and sets, as well as internationally acclaimed singers, a brass band, whirling snow effects and rumour has it, a real dog!

Ellen Kent's La Boheme

Experience the bittersweet wonder of Puccini's beloved masterpiece once more in this glorious production from esteemed director Ellen Kent. Back on tour in 2025 due to popular demand, it's a mesmerizing and sumptuous affair that highlights Puccini's greatest score with spectacular sets and costumes including a breathtaking Japanese garden.  One of the most popular works in the repertoire, prepare to be swept up in the story of a young Japanese woman and her heartbreaking relationship with a dashing American Naval Officer.

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Ellen Kent's Madama Butterfly

Brighton Memorial Library

Making dancing, twirling and somersaulting in heels look easy since it sashayed into London's Adelphi Theatre in 2013, Cindy Lauper and Harvey Fierstein's musical has taken the world by storm with its message of acceptance, a cracking pop-filled score and a dizzying amount of fabulousness. Garnering six Tony and three Olivier awards, let your hair down and step on down for this new tour starring Strictly Come Dancing sensation Johannes Radebe and Grease's Dan Partridge.

Kinky Boots

Whip-Crack Away! Carrie Hope Fletcher is steppin' into Calamity Jane's cowgirl boots for this brand-new tour of the classic musical! A free-wheelin' musical set in the Wild West, the show follows the romance between frontierswoman Calamity and folk hero Wild Bill Hickock, as they work together to restore order to Deadwood City. Soundtracked by toe-tappin' musical numbers like 'It's Harry I'm Planning to Marry' and 'Secret Love', this is one hoedown you don't want to miss!

Calamity Jane

Oh Jason! That's right, 80s soap and musical theatre legend Jason Donovan* is donning the corset and fishnets of Dr. Frank'N'Furter and stepping onto the stage in this limited run of Richard O'Brein's The Rocky Horror Show!

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Since its publication in 1934, Agatha Christie's iconic locomotive whodunnit Murder On The Orient Express has thrilled and chilled readers and audiences with subsequent stage/screen adaptations over the decades, including a Hollywood blockbuster or two. In a new staging by Ken Ludwig, director Lucy Bailey and Firey Angel Productions don't miss this elegant tale of murder and mystery as it pulls into town on this much anticipated new tour!

Murder on the Orient Express

Join the lightly cynical parapsychologist Mr. Goodman, whose life's work is dis-proving the tales of ghostly activity he investigates. Except there are three cases that have him flummoxed...

This is the chillingly terrifying scream-fest Ghost Stories from Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman, the men behind the darkly comic League of Gentlemen and the mind-twister Derren Brown. Following on from the sell-out engagements all over the world and a smash hit film, it's ready to scare a whole new crowd on this brand new tour!

Theatre Royal Brighton

Dec 17, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025

101 Dalmatians

Jan 27, 2025

Romeo and Juliet

Jan 28, 2025

Swan Lake

Jan 29, 2025

Nutcracker

Jan 31 - Feb 1, 2025

The Smartest Giant in Town

Dec 17, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025

101 Dalmatians

11 - 15 Dec, 2024

Slava's Snowshow

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