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THEATRE THE ROYAL HIPPODROME - FEBRUARY - JUNE 2018 - Royal Hippodrome Theatre
THE ROYAL
HIPPODROME
THEATRE

FEBRUARY – JUNE 2018

             Theatre by the pier
THEATRE THE ROYAL HIPPODROME - FEBRUARY - JUNE 2018 - Royal Hippodrome Theatre
Royal Hippodrome Theatre

                                 Welcome

                                 W
                                                             elcome to another bumper season at the Royal Hippodrome. We enter
                                                             exciting times with the unveiling of our new façade which makes for
                                                             a much more welcoming entrance to our wonderful Victorian Gem.
                                 This is now the start of the 6th year of running this wonderful community venture
                                 and we have some great shows in store for you. For lovers of all things musical
                                 we have “Life could be a Dream”, “Forever Dusty”, “The Story of Bart” and “The
                                 West End Musicals in Concert”. For those who like their tribute style shows we
                                 have shows like “The Bohemians”, “Buddy Holly”, “Totally Tina” and “Walk Like
                                 a Man”. For those who like “names, names, names darling” – how do Jonathan
                                 Pie, Jimmy Osmond, Bobby Davro, Anita Harris, Liza Streisland, Nicholas
                                 Parsons, David Baddiel, Billy Pearce, Chrissy Rock and Brian McFadden and
                                 Keith Duffy from Boyzone and Westlife do for starters?
                                 This is of course on top of the great family entertainment for which the theatre
                                 is becoming well known – Easter panto “Alice in Wonderland” for example or
                                 “Guess How Much I love You” or David Walliams’ The Midnight Gang?
                                 We truly do have something for everyone. So do come and visit Eastbourne’s
                                 most popular theatre (according to Tripadvisor) and say ‘hello’.

                                 Thank You
                                 O
                                        ur front-of-house staff are
                                        volunteers, and without them
                                        this venue would not operate.
                                 To them we owe our eternal gratitude.
                                 These organisations have also helped
                                 to keep the RHT alive:

                                                                                                   Walk with Jack & Nancy around the dark theatre,
                                                                                                    seeing areas not normally seen by the public!
                                                                                                     And hear stories of the ghosts that lurk in the
                                                                                                   shadows. Together with some of the best stories
                                                               If you or your company would
                                                                                                      from haunted theatres around the country!
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                                                               like to be associated with the
                                                                                                     But take care, the veiled woman that haunts
                                                               RHT and all that it does, please
                                                               contact the Community
                                                                                                         the theatre is close...and is watching!
                                                               Engagement Director                £10 adult, £8 concessions, £30 family (2+2) ticket
                                                               enquiries@royal hippodrome.com                        Thursdays:
                                                                                                                8th March • 10th May

                                  True Mobster Productions                                               www.sussexdarkside.co.uk or
                                                                                                    www.royalhippodrome.com or contact the
                                                                                                     theatre box office for more information

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  After taking to the road over 22 years ago and touring all over the
  world, the phenomenal Circus of Horrors takes to the road with its
  latest incarnation “Voodoo VaudEvil”. The spectacular features an
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  amazing amalgamation of bizarre, brave & beautiful acts all woven         Saturday 3rd February – 8pm
  into a sensational shock / horror story and driven by a mainly original
                                                                                  Stalls: Full Price - £26
  soundscape & performed with a forked tongue firmly in each cheek!
                                                                                    Concession - £23
                                                                               Dress Circle: Full Price - £22
  ‘A Bloody Great Night Out’ The Times                                              Concession - £19
  ‘Freaking Awesome’ The Sun                                                   Upper Circle/Restricted: £18

  ‘Bloody Good Fun – Barnum would be proud’ Time Out

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THEATRE THE ROYAL HIPPODROME - FEBRUARY - JUNE 2018 - Royal Hippodrome Theatre
JONATHAN PIE
February

                                                                                                                     WORK IN
                                                                                                                    PROGRESS

                              Jonathan Pie is returning to the stage in 2018 with a brand new
                              live show following a sell out tour ending at The London Palladium,
                              A show that was described as “electrifying” CHORTLE, “Blistering”         Saturday 10th February – 7.30pm
                              Evening standard and ‘desperately misjudged’ The Times. Join                        All Tickets - £17
                              him for this work in progress show as he warms up, blows up and
                              possibly even cocks up!                                                  * Please Note that Jonathan Pie’s management have
                              This is political satire at its finest and Pie is “the Most exciting        made it clear that no latecomers will be admitted.
                                                                                                          Be on time – no refunds if you are late.
                              satirical creation since partridge” Rory Bremner.

                                                                                              CAR PARKING
                                                                                              We now have some great news for patrons coming
                                                                                              to the theatre in the evenings.
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                                                                                              As well as the free limited parking on the seafront
                                                                                              and around the building, we can now announce that
                                                                                              NCP Trinity Place Car Park is now open 24 hours!
                                                                                              In addition, they have introduced a special night
                                                                                              tariff which is ideal for our patrons!
                                                                                                From 5pm – 2am parking costs just £2.50!!

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               The Royal Hippodrome Community Theatre Company
                 and The Rattonian Youth Group’s Production of

  In February half term, The Royal Hippodrome Community Theatre Company in
  association with The Rattonian Youth Group are BACK, bringing you the Disney
  classic ‘Cinderella’. This timeless, ‘rags to riches’ fairytale is an adaptation of
  the treasured animated film that will charm its way into your heart and remind
  audiences that dreams really can come true.
  Poor Cinderella is endlessly mistreated by her wicked Stepmother and Stepsisters
  and denied a chance to go to the ball. But with a little help from her Mice Friends
  and Fairy Godmother, Cinderella’s dreams do eventually come true. She goes to
  the ball, falls in love with the Prince and lives happily ever after.
  Featuring songs from the movie such as ‘Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo’, ‘So This is Love’,
  ‘The Work Song (Cinderelly, Cinderelly)’ and many. With the chance to meet and
  have photos taken with Cinderella, the Prince and other characters after the
  performance, this will be a truly magical experience for the whole family.

          Wednesday
     14th February – 3pm
            Thursday
     15th February – 3pm
     Friday 16th February
          11am & 3pm
    Saturday 17th February
                                                                                        HALF TERM
          3pm & 7pm
      Adult - £12 / Child - £9
                                                                                          SHOW
        Family (2 + 2) - £39
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  Music and Lyrics by Mack David, Al Hoffman and Jerry Livingston
  Book Adapted and Additional Lyrics by Marcy Heisler
  Music Adapted and Arranged by Bryan Louiselle
  Based on the Screenplay by Ken Anderson and Homer Brightman
  This amateur production is presented by arrangement
  with Music Theatre International (Europe)
  All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI Europe
  www.mtishows.co.uk

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                                                                                                    Their long list of hit records and dynamic fast-
                                                                                                    moving stage show confirms the remarkable
                                                                                                    popularity of this popular Irish act with their
                                                                                                    records played across the world. Con and Dec
                                                                                                    Cluskey are the original frontline voices and
                                                                                                    personalities who appeared on every hit record.
                                                                                                    During the early sixties The Bachelors outsold The
                                                                                                    Beatles and throughout the 1960’s, had more
                                                                                                    chart hits than The Rolling Stones.
                                                                                                    Their long string of hits include; Ramona, I Believe,
                                                                                                    Charmaine, Somewhere, Marta, Faraway Places,
                                                                                                    No Arms Could Ever Hold You, True Love For
                                                                                                    Evermore, Marie, Chapel In The Moonlight, Hello
                                                                                                    Dolly, The Sound Of Silence, Can I Trust You,
                                                                                                    Walk With Faith In Your Heart, Oh How I Miss You,
                                                                                                    Whispering, Diane, I Wouldn’t Trade You For The
                                                                                                    World, The Unicorn, The Wild Rover, The Fields Of
                                                                                                    Authenry.
                                                                                                    Few artists have ever achieved such an impressive
                                                                                                    list of successes.

                                                                                                       Wednesday 21st February – 2pm
                                                                                                              All Tickets £13.50

                                                                      Relive the Rockin’ 50’s
                                                                      music scene.
                                                                      Through 1957 to ‘59 one
                                                                      man changed the face of
                                                                      music and revolutionised
                                                                      the meaning of Rock
                                                                      ‘N’ Roll. That man was
                                                                      Buddy Holly.
                              Clutching a Fender Stratocaster, sporting a pair of heavy-rimmed
                              glasses, and sounding exactly like Buddy in his heyday, a legend
                              is reborn.
                              This all new production celebrates an artist who shot straight into
                              the limelight as soon as That’ll Be The Day hit the radio. Though
                              his career was short, this one-man powerhouse gave the world a
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                              stack of hits that will never be forgotten.
                              Join Buddy Holly – A Legend Reborn to relive the Rockin’ fifties
                              music scene with hits such as Peggy Sue, Oh Boy, Heartbeat, It
                              Doesn’t Matter Anymore, Words of Love, It’s So Easy, Rave On
                              and many more.

                                          Friday 23rd February – 7.30pm
                                                  All Tickets £20.50

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 THE STORY OF
 BART
 Lionel Bart from the East End of London was a
 songwriting genius having a career penning huge global
 chart hits, musicals, film scores, and one of the biggest
 musicals of all time ‘OLIVER’!
 He was earning every minute the same as the average
 working mans weekly wage in the 1960’s, but things
 went wrong, very wrong and by 1972 he was tragically
 declared bankrupt.
 ‘The Story Of Bart’ tells the true story of the meteoric rise
 and fall of Britain’s greatest songwriter.
 Was There a happy ending?…well you’ll have to buy a
 ticket to find out.
 Starring West End Star John Barr as Lionel Bart with
 special guests.

        Saturday 24th February – 7.30pm
          Full Price - £19 / Concession - £18

                                                                 A Comprehensive re-enactment of
                                                                 Queens Greatest Hits.
                                                                 Internationally renowned Queen Tribute band The
                                                                 Bohemians take you on a high energy roller coaster
                                                                 ride of a concert, featuring the back catalogue of one
                                                                 of the world’s most popular and iconic rock acts of
                                                                 all time.
                                                                 So many fabulous
                                                                 hits to be covered
                                                                 but they’re all here,
                                                                 from the early piano
                                                                 and harmony heavy
                                                                 masterpieces,
                                                                 to the later, catchy pop of the eighties and Rock
                                                                 anthems of the early nineties.
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                                                                 Whether it’s Killer Queen, Crazy Little Thing Called
                                                                 Love, The Show Must Go On, Bohemian Rhapsody,
                                                                 Will Rock You or We Are the Champions, The
                                                                 Bohemians will have you on your feet, singing,
                                                                 dancing and clapping along in a truly memorable
                                                                 live re-enactment of the world’s greatest Rock Band.

                                                                     Sunday 25th February – 7.30pm
                                                                              All Tickets £19

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                               TJ Higgs
                               With her natural, unique and accurate presentation, TJ is
                               today firmly placed as the UK’s foremost psychic medium
                               and her broad appeal allows her to support private
                               readings, live theatre appearances and events within the
                               UK and internationally.
                               As well as her appearances on Destiny TV, and ITV3’s The
                               X-tra Factor, TJ has starred in 21 episodes of Psychic
                               Private Eyes for Zone Reality, which she filmed at the same
                               time as investigating murders and missing people cases for
                               CBS Reality Television.
                               Alongside her own very successful annual live UK theatre
                               tours, TJ co-presented ‘The Three Mediums’ theatre show
                               at four major UK cities including a sell-out show at the
                               Hammersmith Apollo Theatre, London and also appeared
                               on Sky Living’s: ‘Colin Fry Live with TJ Higgs’.

                                   Friday 2nd March – 8pm All tickets - £20

                             Tina Turner is a phenomenon, having won 8 Grammys, sold
                             over 200 million albums and more concert tickets than
                             any other artist in a career lasting four decades.
                             TOTALLY TINA! Is an International acclaimed award winning
                             production show to the Queen of Rock. The show re-creates
                             the spectacle and energy of her live shows with a six-piece
                             live band, four stunning dancers and Justine’s incredible
                             impersonation of the Queen of Rock and Soul. We take you
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                             from the early days with Ike, and songs like River Deep,
                             Mountain High, all the way through to Tina’s solo comeback in
                             the 80s with her incredible cover of the Al Green classic, Let’s
                             Stay Together, to her massive solo hits like Simply The Best
                             and What’s Love Got To Do With It.
                             With hand-made replica costumes and dance routines
                             re-creating the look and feel of Tina at her best, this is one       Saturday 3rd March – 8pm
                             spectacular show. We hope you enjoy it!                            Full Price - £20.50 / Concession - £19
                             IT’S SIMPLY THE BEST!

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                                                                      SPECIAL VIP PACKAGE
                                                                          AVAILABLE!!
                                                                       Come and enjoy the sound che
                                                                                                       ck prior to
 Direct from the USA, the only official Andy Williams tribute show     the show. Meet Jimmy, have
                                                                                                      your photo
 starring Jimmy Osmond. This brand new show full of award-              taken with him, get an autograp
                                                                                                         h, and
 winning music, nostalgic footage and special memories of Andy        hear him and the band sing a
                                                                                                     unique song
 Williams will touch your heart.                                           that won’t be part of the show
                                                                                                           .
 Jimmy Osmond began his performing career at the tender age of              Also get a complimentary CD.
 three with Andy Williams on his television series. This year marks           Includes front row seats.
 Jimmy’s fiftieth anniversary in show business.
                                                                              This will take place from
 Jimmy will sing the songs that made Andy Williams so beloved                    5.45pm to 6.45pm
 by millions including Music To Watch Girls By, Happy Heart, Can’t
 Take My Eyes Off You, Almost There, May Each Day, Days Of Wine
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 And Roses, and, of course, the song that was to become his
 theme tune, Moon River.
 The youngest member of the world-famous Osmond family is             Tuesday 6th March – 7.30pm
 joined by The Moon River Band with special guest stars Charlie        Full Price - £32 / Concession - £30
 Green and Emily Penny, and, naturally, a show with an Osmond
                                                                        Upper Circle: Full price - £29.50
 would not be complete without some of the chart-topping hits
                                                                             Concession - £27.50
 that made Jimmy and his brothers famous.
                                                                                    VIP - £77
 Come and relive the dream with Jimmy Osmond singing the
 songs of Andy Williams.

Box Office: 01323 80 20 20
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                             THE WEST END MUSICALS IN
                             CONCERT…Is truly a must see
                             for all fans of the Musicals.
                             Featuring extracts from:
                             Fiddler On The Roof, Evita, The Lion King,
                             Mary Poppins, Oklahoma, Calamity Jane,
                             Guys and Dolls, The Sound of Music, Les
                             Mis.. to name but a few.
                             Exquisitely performed by this stunning
                             cast.
                             It is their sheer vocal skills and superb
                             performance’s that bring the characters
                             they are portraying to life, with breath
                             taking effect that make this Show so
                             unique.
                             Leaving the audience “Cheering for
                             More”.
                             Don’t miss out on this most magical of
                             shows.

                                Friday 9th March – 2.30pm
                               Full Price - £15 / Concession - £13

                                                                          The Ultimate Celebration
                                                                          of Frankie Valli and the
                                                                          Four Seasons.
                                                                          ‘WALK LIKE A MAN’ pays tribute to
                                                                          the West End smash hit musical The
                                                                          Jersey Boys and features the hits of
                                                                          Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
                                                                          Unlike normal tribute shows, ‘WALK
                                                                          LIKE A MAN’ has the four strong
                                                                          cast playing the characters of the
                                                                          original band members with an
                                                                          insightful, almost autobiographical,
                                                                          dialogue seamlessly linking such
                                                                          famous hits as ‘Sherry’, ‘Big Girls
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                                                                          Don’t Cry’ and ‘Oh What A Night’
                                                                          culminating in a concert style show
                                                                          that will have the audience dancing
                                                                          and singing in the aisles.

                                                                             Saturday 17th March
                                                                                     7.30pm
                                                                                 All Tickets - £21

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March
                                                                Forever Eagles presents the
                                                                complete history of the Eagles,
                                                                recreating the sublime musicianship,
                                                                flawless vocal harmonies and
                                                                ultimate showmanship that was The
                                                                Eagles.
                                                                From The Eagles first chart-topping
                                                                single Take It Easy to their final History
                                                                of the Eagles tour, enjoy an evening
                                                                of non-stop hits including faultless
                                                                performances of Peaceful Easy Feeling,
                                                                Tequila Sunrise, Already Gone, One of
                                                                These Nights, New Kid in Town, Life
                                                                in the Fast Lane, Heartache Tonight,
                                                                Desperado, How Long and solo hits The
                                                                Heat is On and Boys of Summer.
                                                                The Eagles – forever in our hearts. It’s
                                                                their story retold in authentic style, a
                                                                spectacular stage show experience to
                                                                remember forever.

                                                                   Friday 23rd March – 8pm
                                                                  Full Price - £25 / Concession - £24

 Swing With Laughter recreates the magical
 variety shows of the past and adds a modern
 flavour for audiences of today.
 Bobby is joined on stage by singer, songwriter,
 comedian and entertainer Kenny Lynch, who
 will be performing his many hits including the
 Number One, million seller “Up on the Roof” and
 “Stand By Me” and “Carry On” star, singer, dancer
 and West End leading lady Anita Harris. Multi-
 talented impressionist Jessica Martin will also be
 performing her acclaimed tribute to Judy Garland.
 The Rat Pack completes this star-studded lineup.
 The show also features the swinging Buddy
 Greco All-stars Band under the direction of Mac
 Shone and the sensational L.A Showgirls.
                                                                                                              www.royalhippodrome.com

 Swing with Laughter allows us to experience the
 magic of variety and true entertainment greats
 one more time and we are in safe hands as
 Bobby and Co, knock the ball of entertainment
 straight down the middle as only the very best
 can! Memories Are Made Of This….
 “A FABULOUS MIXTURE OF CLASSIC
 COMEDY AND SWINGING MUSIC – NOT TO                      Friday 30th March – 8pm
 BE MISSED!”                                          Full Price - £25 / Concession - £23.50

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March

                             Join Denny and the Dreamers, a fledgling 1950s doo-
                             wop singing group preparing to enter a radio contest to
                             realise their dreams of making it to the big time! Trouble
                             comes in the form of Lois, who arrives to put some polish
                             on the boys. Denny falls in love, Wally falls in line, Eugene
                             falls apart, and along comes handsome heartthrob Skip
                             to send the whole situation spinning.
                             Packed with classic hits from an unforgettable era
                             including Fools Fall In Love, Tears On My Pillow,
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                             Runaround Sue, Earth Angel, Stay and Unchained Melody,
                             LIFE COULD BE A DREAM will leave you laughing, singing
                             and savouring the decade of sock hops, soda pops and
                             Drive-In movies.
                             LIFE COULD BE A DREAM is a fantastic high-energy
                             musical comedy not to be missed!

                                       Saturday 31st March – 8pm
                                       Full Price - £18 / Concession - £16

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April
       EASTER
        PANTO

                         After a 6-month, sell-out, European tour – come and
                         see APL Theatre’s zany, fun-filled, colourful production
                         of the Lewis Carroll masterpiece this Easter.
                         A young girl called Alice falls into the weird world
                         of Wonderland. Will she ever get home? Not if the
                         vicious Queen of Hearts has anything to do with it!
                         Featuring all of the favourite characters and iconic
                         moments – plus an exciting mix of familiar songs
                         and original compositions – this is a laugh-a-minute-
                         show not to be missed… or off with your head!
                         Keep an eye out on our website and social media for
                         cast announcements!

                                 Monday 2nd April – 5.30pm
                             Tuesday 3rd April – 2pm & 5.30pm
                                 Adult - £15.50 / Concession - £15
                       Child Under 16 - £13.50 / Family Ticket (4 people) - £48

                                              The Temple Brothers, the UKs No.1 Tribute to The Everly Brothers
                                              are proud to announce the return of their Theatre Show, produced
                                              by themselves. The only show of it’s kind dedicated to the music
                                              of one of the greatest harmony duo’s the Everly Brothers. Just as
                                              the Everly Brothers were the Temple Brothers are real life brothers,
                                              their harmonies are unlike anything ever heard, truly not to be
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                                              missed.
                                              With Live Acoustic Guitars, Flawless Harmonies, A truly impressive
                                              outing for all, accompanied by special guest star tributes. All the
                                              hits are performed in the original keys that The Everly Brothers
                                              recorded in their early years, so you don’t lose any of that magic
                                              that the Everlys created.

                                                                  Friday 6th April – 8pm
                                                            Full Price - £19.50 / Concession - £18

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April

                                                                                                              FOREVER DUSTY is a high-energy,
                                                                                                              multi award-winning Off-Broadway
                                                                                                              musical that comes to the UK for the
                                                                                                              very first time. The production tells
                                                                                                              the dramatic, revealing story of how
                                                                                                              a shy Irish Catholic school girl from
                                                                                                              West London transformed herself into
                                                                                                              the voice of blue-eyed soul, the face
                                                                                                              of Swinging London and a worldwide
                                                                                                              superstar – the legendary Dusty
                                                                                                              Springfield.
                                                                                                              This fantastic musical features such
                                                                                                              memorable classics as Son of a
                                                                                                              Preacher Man, You Don‘t Have to
                                                                                                              Say You Love Me, The Look of Love,
                                                                                                              Spooky, Wishin’ and Hopin’, I Only
                                                                                                              Wanna Be With You, Take Another
                                                                                                              Little Piece Of My Heart to name just
                                                                                                              a few.
                                                                                                              Dusty Springfield was not only one
                                                                                                              of the greatest talents of her (or any)
                                                                                                              era, she was a woman of tremendous
                                                                                                              courage, blazing a trail for decades
                                                                                                              ahead of her. She remains to this
                                                                                                              day, one of the most influential and
                                                                                                              important female singers in pop
                                                                                                              history, inspiring generations to follow
                                                                                                              in her footsteps.
                             “Authentic, moving and fun.” Roger Brooks, Let’s Talk Dusty, Official Fan Club   Bursting with all the joy and
                                               “Truly amazing!”   Jessie Brooke, Time FM                      sadness, laughter and tears of
                                                                                                              Dusty Springfield’s remarkable life,
                              “If you love Jersey Boys, then you will love Forever Dusty!” Perez Hilton       FOREVER DUSTY features must-see
                                       “A spectacular evening of theatre.”     Romford Recorder               performances of some of the greatest
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                                                                                                              songs ever written by such Hall of
                                                                                                              Fame composers as Burt Bacharach,
                                                                                                              Carole King, Barry Mann and Cynthia
                                                                                                              Weil as well as featuring projected
                                                                                                              multimedia / historical footage.

                                                                                                                Saturday 7th April – 8pm
                                                                                                                      Full Price - £17
                                                                                                                     Concession - £15

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April
                                                 Selladoor Family presents

  Join Little & Big Nutbrown Hare, from the bestselling ‘Guess
  How Much I Love You’ and ‘I Love You All Year Round’ collection,
  as they leap off the page and onto the stage in this magical
  journey through the seasons.
  Watch Little & Big Nutbrown Hare settle down after a bedtime
  story and re-awaken to discover the delights and colours of
  each season as they compete to measure their love for each
  other in this timeless loveable story.
  Explore this playful story of love and nature as it unfolds on
  stage through puppets, live music and interactive play for
  children 3 years and up. This family favourite is brought to life
  by Selladoor Family, the Producers behind James and the Giant
  Peach, Seussical and The Quite Remarkable Adventures of the
  Owl and the Pussycat for our family adventures.

               Thursday 12th April – 4pm
          Friday 13th April – 11am & 1.30pm
          Adult - £13 / Child - £9 / Family (2 + 2) - £38

                                                                                                       www.royalhippodrome.com
                                                                             Photos © Barry Rivvett

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April
                                                                                   Albert and Harold; father and son. One
                                                                                   proclaims he’s “a poor old man” while the
                                                                                   other protests that actually he’s “a dirty old
                                                                                   man!” In actual fact, both are telling the truth.
                                                                                   These two warring rag-and-bone-men, in their
                                                                                   Shepherd’s Bush scrapyard home, became
                                                                                   household favourites for entire generations
                                                                                   throughout the 60s and 70s and still they
                                                                                   continue to entertain audiences today. Relive
                                                                                   some of their finest misadventures through
                                                                                   this brand new production.
                                                                      Adapted by   “The affection for the original shines
                                                                      John Hewer   through in this fine production. I’m
                                                                                   delighted that the scripts and the characters
                                                                                   continue to be cherished after all this
                                                                                   time. The performances are marvellous.”
                                                                                   Ray Galton
                                                                                   “This energetic adaptation of some of
                                                                                   Steptoe’s funniest, filthiest moments is the
                                                                                   loveliest and most vibrant of tributes to Alan
                                                                                   Simpson and Ray Galton” – Robert Ross
                                                                                   (Comedy Historian)
                                                                                   Features the classic episodes: Divided We
                                    Friday 13th April – 8pm                        Stand, Men of Letters and Come Dancing.
                                  Full Price - £15 / Concession - £13

                             Strap on your safety goggles boys and girls,
                             due to popular demand Science’s greatest
                             and most volatile live show is returning
                             with a vengeance. Based on the multi-award
                             winning TV show, Brainiac Live! is back.
                             More mischievous than ever before Brainiac
                             Live! will take you on a breathless ride through
                             the wild world of the weird and wonderful.
                             Expect exploding dustbins, combusting
                             microwaves and loads of live daredevil
                             stunts! Watch from the safety of your seat as
                             the Brainiacs delve fearlessly into the mysteries
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                             of science and do all of those things on stage
                             that you’re too scared to do at home!

                                   Saturday 14th April – 2pm
                                      Adult - £16 / Child - £14
                                        Family (2 + 2) - £48

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April
                                             Liza Pulman, the acclaimed singer
                                             & comedienne and one third of the
                                             satirical and much loved comedy trio
                                             Fascinating Aida, returns with her
                                             show Liza Sings Streisand. This is no
                                             Stars In Their Eyes, this is no Channel
                                             5 biopic, this is sexy, sassy Liza
                                             weaving together history, humour
                                             and harmony as she celebrates the
                                             songs of the great Barbra Streisand
                                             with her six piece band, the Stardust
                                             Ensemble.
                                             Alongside     renowned      musical
                                             director Joseph Atkins, Liza brings
                                             you glorious new arrangements
                                             and orchestrations of these now
                                             legendary songs.
                                             Expect the much loved classics
                                             Evergreen, The Way We Were, New
                                             York State Of Mind, Second Hand
                                             Rose and many more in a full to
                                             bursting 90 minute show.
                                               Sunday 15th April – 7pm
                                                   All Tickets - £19.50

 The Drifters are back on the road in the
 UK performing both the classic hits from
 the last six decades.
 There have been over 65 vocalists in the
 group’s incredible 59-year history and in
 this tour, the current line up pay homage
 to the former members of this line up,
 including icons such as Clyde McPhatter,
 Rudy Lewis, Ben E King, & Johnny Moore.
 Hits include ‘You’re ‘More Than A
 Number,’ ‘Come on Over to My Place’,
 ‘Up On The Roof,’ ‘Under the Boardwalk’,
 ‘Kissin In The Back Row’, ‘On Broadway,’
 ‘Down On The Beach,’ ‘Hello Happiness’
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 ‘Save The Last Dance For Me’ and many
 more, this a night not to be missed.

  Thursday 19th April – 7.30pm
   Full Price - £26 / Concession - £24
             Upper Circle and
         Restricted View - £22.50

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April

                             Boyzlife brings together members of two of
                             the biggest boy bands in history, Boyzone
                             and Westlife, to perform a whole host of their
                             biggest chart hits.
                             Brian McFadden enjoyed 12 UK and Ireland number ones
                             as a member of Westlife, including a record breaking
                             seven top spots in a row. The band also boast four number
                             1 albums and over 30million in total record sales. Since
                             Westlife, Brian has enjoyed international solo success,
                             including a UK number 1 with ‘Real to Me’.
                             With Boyzone, Keith Duffy has enjoyed similar success,
                             including six UK number one singles and 16 out of 17
                             of their first single releases making the top 5. With five
                             number one albums also to their credit, Boyzone achieved
                             worldwide sales of over 25million.
                             This unmissible Boyzlife show has already been performed
                             for over 20,000 adoring fans since the pair came together
                             in 2016 - and will now come to the Royal Hippodrome
                             Theatre in April 2018. A show not to be missed!

                                                   Sunday 21st April – 8pm
                                                     Stalls & Dress Circle - £35
                                                    Upper Circle/Restricted - £25
                                                              VIP - £75
Box Office: 01323 80 20 20

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NICHOLAS PARSONS

                                                                                                                  April
                             A LAUGH A MINUTE
                                    Stand up comedy from “Just a Minute’s” Nicholas Parsons
                                    Revamped and revised from his previous show ‘A Life in Comedy’, in this
                                    anecdotal entertainment, comedian Nicholas Parsons from Just A Minute
                                    shares his experiences of the unpredictable and fascinating aspects of life
                                    and work in the various branches of show business.
                                    His ability as a solo performer and raconteur are a constant joy and the
                                    humorous revelations keep his audience continually enthralled. He is more
                                    irrepressible, more outrageous, more surprising and more hilarious than
                                    you have ever seen him before!

                                             Sunday 22nd April – 3.30pm All Tickets - £15

                         Summer 2018 sees Trapdoor Productions
                         return to The Royal Hippodrome for their 6th
                         consecutive year with their inimitable take on
                         the Summer Season Show.
                         “That’s Entertainment!” will transport you back
                         to the Golden Age of Hollywood Movies, Musicals
                         and beyond. With Songs, Dances, Comedy
                         Sketches and a huge helping of Nostalgia, “Thats’s
                         Entertainment!” really does have something for
                         everyone, of every age.
                         Featuring Eastbourne’s very own all round
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                         Entertainer, Grant Martins, alongside a cast of
                         local professional performers and a delightfully
                         cute Youth Chorus, this show will be a smashing
                         evening out for the entire family.

                              Every Tuesday and Wednesday
                              from 24th April – 10th October
                                               8.15pm
                               Full Price - £16.50 / Concession - £15
                                       Child - £8 / Family - £40

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April

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                             Yolanda Brown is without a doubt the UK’s premier female saxophonist, her
                             latest album shot to No1 on the iTunes chart and No3 in the National Jazz
                             and Blues Chart.
                             She tours internationally, presents for a number of TV shows and will shortly
                             have her very own television programme. This lady just does not stop.
                             Her new show is dedicated to the music of the man who brought Reggae to
                             the world and put a little Island called Jamaica on the map.

                                        Friday 27th April – 8pm All Tickets - £18.50

                                                                                                       The Pasadena Roof Orchestra was formed
                                                                                                       50 years ago and is still going strong. Their
                                                                                                       show includes famous tunes such as Puttin
                                                                                                       on the Ritz, Sweet Georgia Brown, The Lullaby
                                                                                                       of Broadway as well as hot numbers from
                                                                                                       the twenties such as Duke Ellington’s Black
                                                                                                       and Tan Fantasy, not forgetting the beautiful
                                                                                                       numbers that were sung by Al Bowlly, and
                                                                                                       arranged to perfection by Ray Noble.
                                                                                                       Laced with a liberal dose of British humour in
                                                                                                       its presentation; it is an evening of pure joy for
                                                                                                       those who love Swing, 20’s and 30’s music.

                                                                                                              Sunday 29th April – 4pm
                                                                                                             Full Price - £25 / Concession - £22

                                                                                   The Reunion Group are extremely proud and excited to present a
                                                                                   brand new authentic tribute production for 2018.
May

                                                                                   Few vocalists can attempt to emulate iconic voice of Karen
                                                                                   Carpenter, but International West End vocalist Vikki Holland-Bowyer
                                                                                   sounds uncannily similar to the 70s superstar. She undertakes
                                                                                   the character of Karen superbly, paying meticulous attention to
                                                                                   her mannerisms. Richard Carpenter is played by musical arranger
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                                                                                   vocalist Greg Stevenson.
                                                                                   Carpenters Gold supremely captures how they were ‘live in concert’
                                                                                   and is the most accurate Carpenters tribute production on the stage
                                                                                   today. Listen to greatest hits, such as Goodbye to Love, Solitaire,
                                                                                   We’ve Only Just Begun, Top of the World, Yesterday Once More,
                                                                                   Superstar, plus many more.
                                                                                   An absolute must for all fans of the fantastic Karen and Richard.
                                                                                                    Friday 4th May – 7.30pm
                                                                                                 Full price - £23 / Concession - £20.50

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May
                                              With beautiful vocal arrangements, spectacular close part harmony and a
                                              great line in humour, The Opera Boys have been delighting audiences all
                                              over the world with their unique show combining beautiful, powerful and
                                              emotional music with funny, engaging and light-hearted entertainment.
                                              Operatic arias and classical favourites from ‘Nessun Dorma’ to ‘Time to say
                                              goodbye’ are mixed with showstoppers from ‘Les Miserables’ and ‘Phantom
                                              of the Opera’ right through to ‘Jersey Boys’. The show also features brand
                                              new classical arrangements of modern day pop hits, all performed in The
                                              Opera Boys inimitable style.
                                              Making classical music accessible to the masses, The Opera Boys
                                              combine their exceptional classically trained voices with their experience,
                                              showmanship and personality to deliver a wonderfully entertaining show not
                                              to be missed!

                                                                    Friday 11th May – 8pm
                                                                        All Tickets £19.50

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                            Back by popular demand
                            following 2 critically-        ‘Baddiel launches himself into the Louis CK league of no-
                            acclaimed West End runs        holds-barred comedy.’ METRO
                            and sold out residency         ‘This is a rare production that boasts side-splitting laughs
                            at the Menier Chocolate        and also moves people to tears.’ EVENING STANDARD
                            Factory, My Family: Not
                                                           ‘Compelling to watch both for its unvarnished truth and
                            the Sitcom is a massively
                                                           complicated affection.’ THE GUARDIAN
 disrespectful celebration of the lives of David
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 Baddiel’s late mother, Sarah, and dementia-ridden         ‘Hugely funny…If you’re going to disrespect the dead and
 father, Colin. It’s a show about memory, ageing,          the incapacitated, do it like this: truthfully, inventively and,
 infidelity, dysfunctional relatives, moral policing on    finally, lovingly.’ THE TIMES
 social media, and gay cats. Come and be offended          ‘Universally joyful… I wish this show long life.’ CHORTLE
 on David’s behalf..                                       ‘Rare to see one that draws its subject as honestly, vividly
 Age recommendation: 16+ due to explicit language.         and humorously as this.’ THE I
                                                           ‘A show that bubbles with love and unexpected joie de
       Saturday 12th May – 7.30pm
                                                           vivre.’ THE TELEGRAPH
             All Tickets - £27.50

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May
                                                                              The Dreamboys are back and hotter than ever with a brand
                                                                              new show and UK tour for 2018. Their breath taking show
                                                                              spectacular has been perfectly created for hen nights,
                                                                              birthday parties and girls nights out with all your friends.
                                                                              With special guest appearances on some of the UK’s biggest
                                                                              TV shows such as The X Factor, Britain’s Got Talent, Celebrity
                                                                              Big Brother, Loose Women, This Morning, Geordie Shore and
                                                                              The Only Way Is Essex, plus massive sold out Worldwide
                                                                              tours, it’s no wonder The Dreamboys are the only show of its
                                                                              kind in history to have celebrity status.
                                                                              If you’re looking for the very best girls night out in the UK,
                                                                              look no further. An action packed 2 hour show from start to
                                                                              finish, these boys will literally have you begging for more.
                                                                                          Thursday 17th May – 8pm
                                                                                        Premium Seats (first 5 rows) - £27.50
                                                                                             All Other Tickets - £24.50

                             Benidorm and                                                                     Cannon and Ball
                             I’m a Celebrity

                              “Seriously Dead” is an “up-lifting” tale guaranteed to make you feel there is nothing serious
                              about being dead at all, because life’s party never ends: it simply moves to another location.
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                              One audience member said “If that’s what it’s like when you get to the Pearly Gates – I can’t
                              wait to go!!!
                              The play tells the hilarious tale of Thelma Henderson deceased who cannot gain entry
                              through The Pearly Gates as the system has gone digitalised and she has the incorrect
                              paperwork. Thelma is told to wait by the scrapyard gates until the issue can be resolved but
                              she finds herself a rather reluctant Guardian Angel watching over her school friend and the
                              one true love of her life, Billy Blenkinsopp.

                                                   Saturday 19th May – 8pm All Tickets - £23

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May
  Showtime Australia (Producers of The Greatest Love of All – The Whitney
  Houston Show) present this spectacular music tribute and full-scale stage
  production honouring the one and only King of Pop, Michael Jackson.
  Celebrate Jackson’s creative genius and unsurpassed talent with riveting live
  performances spanning his early days as a member of the Jackson 5, his
  groundbreaking theatrics in the 80s and his continued domination of Pop
  culture into the 21st century.
  Songs include Thriller, Billie Jean, Smooth Criminal, Bad, Beat It, ABC, Don’t
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  Stop Til You Get Enough, HumanNature, PYT, They Don’t Really Care About Us
  and many more.
  Get the full Michael Jackson concert experience with accomplished
  impersonator Dantanio – electrifying in his role as Jackson – plus a live band,
  choreographed dancers, authentic costumes, state-of-the-art sound and
  theatrical lighting, vision and effects. Truly a mind-blowing stage production
  – do not miss it!

     Sunday 20th May – 7.30pm All Tickets - £27

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May

                             Drum roll, please… Heartbreak invites you to
                             join us for the grand opening of The Lord Funt
                             Hospital Playground, a spectacular new play
                             area for the convalescent child.
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                             Tom and his friends will be there, too, but you might know them
                             best as The Midnight Gang. When everyone else is sweetly                   Friday 25th May
                             sleeping, they gather in the middle of the night in the name of              10am & 5pm
                             magic, mischief, and memory making. Join Heartbreak and the              Saturday 26th May
                             gang on this crucial mission to overcome our greatest fears and               2pm & 6pm
                             uncover the magic ingredient to a fantastic friendship.                  Adult - £15 / Child - £12
                             Bring your chairs, blankets, picnics, (perhaps a brolly) and be       Family - £49 / School Rate - £9
                             prepared to be daring at this outdoor adaptation of David Walliams’
                             bestseller. Who knows where the night may lead?

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May
                             20 years backing singing experience to the world’s biggest
                             stars, Eric Clapton, Annie Lennox, Carole King, Blur, Ed
                             Sheeran, Lenny Kravitz saw this lady stay in the VOICE UK
                             right up to the finals.
                             In her new show ‘The Voice behind The Voice’ Michelle pays
                             homage to many of the artists she has performed with, while
                             regaling fabulous tales of what really goes on ‘Backstage’ in
                             addition she introduces the audience to some of her own
                             original music.
                             With delivery by Michelle’s signature powerhouse vocals, the
                             evening is sure to evoke sincerity, emotion, laughter and joy.
                             Book your ticket now to avoid disappointment!

                                          Thursday 31st May – 8pm
                                               All Tickets - £18.50

 THE ROYAL HIPPODROME
 THEATRE SELL AND ACCEPT
 NATIONAL THEATRE TOKENS.
 These tokens can be used
 at participating theatres
 nationwide and are the
 ideal present for that
 special occasion!
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Box Office: 01323 80 20 20
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June
                             Scott Richie Productions
                             & KD Theatre Productions                                       Join us on an exciting
                                     Presents
                                                                                             adventure along the
                                                                                           riverbank with a brand
                                                                                          new staging of Kenneth
                                                                                          Grahame’s family classic
                                                                                         ‘The Wind in the Willows’.
                                                                                        Meet all your favourite characters including
                                                                                        loyal Mole, faithful Ratty and wise old Badger
                                                                                        as they do their best to keep the mischievous
                                                                                        Mr Toad out of trouble. Will they be able to
                                                                                        stop the Wicked Weasel from taking over
                                                                                        Toad Hall?
                                                                                        This exciting and playful take on the tale
                                                                                        features a professional cast of energetic
                                                                                        performers, catchy new songs and lots of
                                                                                        humour that will entertain and delight the
                                                                                        whole family!
                                                                                           Friday 1st June – 3pm & 6pm
                                                                                           Adult - £15 /Child - £13 / Family - £48

                               THE BRITISH MUSIC HALL SOCIETY
                              DAY BY THE SEA
                                  Following the success of last year’s event, the British Music Hall Society
                                  returns for its 4th all-day celebration of the worlds of music hall and variety
                                  with Music – Comedy - Song - Guest Speakers - Archive Film Footage.
                                  Come and spend a FUN day and wallow in nostalgia.
                                  Morning includes Roy Hudd and Wyn Calvin; Laugh Time with Johnnie
                                  Casson; an interview with 60s singing star and actor Mark Wynter; Back
                                  To Those Music Hall Days with Jan Hunt, Peter John and Mickie Driver.
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                                  Afternoon includes The New Foxtrot Serenaders (Recalling Those Dance
                                  Band Tunes); That’s Show Business: Variety Greats On Film and The Royal
                                  (Hippodrome) Variety Performance with a bill that includes Dave Sealey,
                                  Dan Sealey & Adam Barry performing the songs of Cosmotheka; magic
                                  and comedy from Mel Harvey, Scottish baritone Gordon Cree, comedian
                                  Paul Eastwood and your own, your very own Roy Hudd.

                                                Saturday 2nd June – 10am – 7pm
                                                All Tickets - £29 – On sale from 12th March

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June
  The multi- talented and
  irrepressible Brian Conley
  returns to the stage with
  his brand new show               Christopher Wood
  “STILL THE GREATEST              for ARG Talent Present…
  ENTERTAINER – IN HIS
  PRICE RANGE”                     BRIAN
  Featuring brand new
  comedy, sketches and             CONLEY
                                      THE
                                     STILL
  songs alongside some of
  his best-known material
  from stage and screen.
  Hurry along and book to see
  why Brian Conley remains         GREATEST
  one of this country’s most
  loved entertainers.
  “Conley is a Legend of
                                   ENTERTAINER*
                                   *IN HIS PRICE RANG
                                                             E
  Stage and Screen”
  DAILY EXPRESS

  “A consummate
  entertainer”                     Friday 8th June – 7.30pm
  DAILY MIRROR                           All Tickets - £25

La Voix’s new show is a feast
for the senses, with a show
featuring her amazing Live
Musicians, Side splitting
Comedy and incredible Live
Singing and Vocal Impressions.
Expect a show like no other,
receiving outstanding 5 star
reviews the show will feature
the biggest divas from around
the globe as La Voix wows you
with her Vocal Impressions
delivering precise sound alike
performances including Cher,
Shirley Bassey, Liza Minnelli,
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Tina Turner and many more!
Not only does La Voix have one
of the most powerful voices
in the business, her comedy
is lightning fast and stomach
punchingly funny!
It’ll be an evening of live diva
anthems, fun, and spontaneity
                                              Saturday 16th June – 7.30pm All Tickets £19.50
with the chanteuse La Voix.

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Now On Sale

                                                   LEE MEAD
                                                   10 YEAR’S
                                                   ANNIVERSARY TOUR
                                                                Sunday 24th June – 7.30pm
                                                                     Tickets - £25 - £52

                                                                      Thursday 28th June – 8pm
                                                                           Tickets - £25 - £52

                              DANNY BAKER
                                        LIVE
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                              GOOD TIME CHARLIE’S BACK!
                                   Friday 27th July – 7.30pm
                                       Tickets - £22 - £24.50

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Poets, Authors & Thinkers Season

                                                                            Poets, Authors & Thinkers Season
     During the Autumn, the Royal
     Hippodrome Theatre, is hosting
     a special “Poets, Authors and
     Thinkers Season”. Come along and
     listen to, question and debate with
     some interesting personalities
     of modern day living. You can be
     guaranteed an interesting and
     stimulating afternoon or evening
     with these thinkers…

                                                          David Starkey
                                           Sunday 7th October
                                                  3pm

      Germaine Greer
              Sunday 11th November
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                      3pm

                                           Michael Portillo
                                                     Monday 10th December
                                                            7.30pm

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Concessions
      How to Book                                                    Where indicated, concessions are available for over 60s,
     In Person at the Theatre                                        jobseekers, people with disabilities, students in full time
     A Box Office service is available at the theatre between education, Friends of the RHT, and where appropriate children
     10am -5pm, Monday - Saturday. It is also open 1 hour under 16. Please note where concessionary priced tickets
     before show time. Major Credit cards accepted.                  have been purchased suitable ID may be requested. If there
                                                                     is no concession price indicated it means that there are no
     By Telephone                                                    concessions available for that performance. Most family shows
     The RHT’s box office phone number is 01323 80 20 20. Is for example only have adult and children prices (no OAPs).
     manned when the box office is open. At other times you can
     leave a message and you will be phoned back. Tickets can
                                                                     Accessibility and Carers
                                                                     The RHT has a hearing loop in both the stalls and dress circle.
     be emailed to you free of charge, left for collection or posted
                                                                     The RHT has two wheelchair spaces accessible at street level.
     (for a fee of £1.50).
                                                                     We no longer issue free tickets to carers unfortunately. Carers
     Online                                                          can get 50% off the top priced ticket for shows on production of
     Events are bookable online at www.royalhippodrome. an East Sussex County Council Carer’s card. This is a scheme
     com. Please note that transaction fees will apply to on-line for locals in the county. The number of carer’s tickets per show
     purchases. Transaction fees do not apply when tickets are are limited and in some cases are not available. The discount is
     purchased in person or on the telephone.                        available at the sole discretion of the management.
     By Post                                                        Refunds & Exchanges
     Unfortunately we can no longer accept payment by cheque Once purchased, tickets are non-refundable. In special
     nor postal requests for tickets.                              circumstances, tickets may be exchanged for a credit voucher
                                                                   at the discretion of the Directors. Fees and conditions may
     Booking Fees                                                  apply.
     Almost all shows have a theatre levy within the ticket price.
     For many incoming productions, the majority of the ticket Group Bookings
     income is paid to the production company or promoter. The For group bookings email Darren@royalhippodrome.com or
     theatre levy is retained by the RHT to help cover the costs call 01323 80 20 20 and leave a message.
     of selling tickets.                                           Agents
     Additional booking fees are charged when you purchase on Tickets to the RHT are also available at authorised outlets:
     line on our website and others. The cheapest way to buy Eastbourne Theatres, The Devonshire Park Theatre (01323)
     tickets is to speak to a human on the phone or in person. 412000.
                                                                   Eastbourne Central Tourist Information Centre, Cornfield Road,
     Theatre vouchers                                              Eastbourne.
     The RHT is a member of the National Theatre Tokens Seaford Tourist Information Centre, 37 Church Street, Seaford.
     scheme and accordingly accept these. Unfortunately we are
                                                                   Lewes Tourist Information Centre, 187 High Street, Lewes.
     no longer permitted to accept Eastbourne Theatre Vouchers
     issued by Eastbourne Theatres and Eastbourne Borough Hastings Tourist Information Centre, Queens Square, Hastings.
     Council.                                                      Plus Various Eastbourne Hotels and Guesthouses.

       How to find us
      Situated close to Eastbourne Seafront,
      only a short distance from the town
      centre. Just 40 minutes drive from
      Brighton, 30 minutes from Hastings
      & Bexhill and an hour from Tunbridge
      Wells. We are 10-15 minutes walk from
      Eastbourne Train Station and frequent
      direct services are available to Lewes,
      Bexhill, Brighton, Haywards Heath
      & London with connecting services
      to Tunbridge Wells and Seaford. Call
      084557 484950 for train details.
      For details of bus services call 0871
      2002233

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            F        2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23      F            The RHT needs help to spread the
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            D        2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23      D   STALLS   at the Royal Hippodrome. You can
            C            3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21            C            help by simply following us on social
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                                                                                                                 @royalhippodrome), or if you fancy
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                                                         STAGE                                                   going the extra mile, why not become
                                                                                                                 a leaflet and poster distributor?
Theatre Access                                                                                                   Sponsorship and Advertising:
The auditorium doors will open 30 minutes prior to the show.                                                     Being associated with a project
                                                                                                                 such as the RHT could bring your
Become a Friend?                                                                                                 company or business a great deal
The Friends were formed in 1992 with the intention of ensuring the continued use                                 of positive attention. If you would
of the Royal Hippodrome Theatre for which they successfully obtained Grade II listed                             like to talk to us about sponsoring a
status. The Friends raise funds and give their support in a number of different ways. The                        show, an event or a project or about
Friends work closely with the management to promote a cultural community initiative                              advertising in our programmes,
which will enable the theatre to become an important part of the Devonshire Ward                                 then please contact us by e-mailing
regeneration. Over the years amongst other things the Friends have donated for stage                             enquiries@royalhippodrome.com.
lighting, heating and house tabs restoration.                                                                    Have or want experience
Many friends are active Front of House volunteers and run tours of the theatre. Members                          in Sound/Lighting/Stage
                                                                                                                 Management?:
enjoy social events, discounts off shows and newsletters. Why not join the friends? You
will receive a warm welcome. Pick up an application form from the theatre foyer.                                 Come and talk to us about getting
                                                                                                                 involved at the RHT. We may not be
Royal Hippodrome (Eastbourne) Community Interest Company                                                         able to pay you, but you can gain
Although the venue is owned by Eastbourne Borough Council, this venue is now                                     valuable experience that would look
operated under licence by the Royal Hippodrome (Eastbourne) Community Interest                                   good on a CV. If you have experience
Company and not Eastbourne Theatres.                                                                             and are available as “get out crew”,
                                                                                                                 then send us an email at
Any comments or complaints should be directed to the Community Engagement                                        enquiries@royalhippodrome.com
Director, RHT, 108-112 Seaside Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3PT or by email:                                           and ask to be added to our database.
enquiries@royalhippodrome.com.

Box Office: 01323 80 20 20
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FEBRUARY                                                                APRIL cont.
What’s On – at a glance
                                 Fri 2              10.30am          Friends Tour                        Sun 22            3.30pm        Nicholas Parsons
                                 Sat 3              8pm              Circus of Horrors                   Tue 24/Wed 25     8.15pm        That’s Entertainment
                                 Sat 10             7.30pm           Jonathan Pie –                      Fri 27            8pm           Yolanda Brown
                                                                     Work in Progress                    Sun 29            4pm           The Pasadena Roof
                                 Wed 14             3pm              Disney’s Cinderella                                                 Orchestra

                                 Thur 15            3pm              Disney’s Cinderella                 MAY
                                 Fri 16             11am & 3pm       Disney’s Cinderella                 Tue 1 / Wed 2     8.15pm        That’s Entertainment
                                 Sat 17             3pm & 7pm        Disney’s Cinderella                 Fri 4             10.30am       Friend’s Tour
                                 Wed 21             2pm              The Bachelors                       Fri 4             7.30pm        Carpenters Gold
                                 Fri 23             7.30pm           Buddy Holly:                        Tue 8 / Wed 9     8.15pm        That’s Entertainment
                                                                     A Legend Reborn
                                                                                                         Thur 10           8pm           Ghost Walk
                                 Sat 24             7.30pm           The Story of Bart
                                                                                                         Fri 11            8pm           The Opera Boys
                                 Sun 25             7.30pm           The Bohemians – Queen
                                                                                                         Sat 12            7.30pm        David Baddiel
                                                                                                         Tue 15 / Wed 16   8.15pm        That’s Entertainment
                                 MARCH
                                                                                                         Thur 17           8pm           The Dreamboys
                                 Fri 2              10.30am          Friends Tour
                                                                                                         Sat 19            8pm           Seriously Dead
                                 Fri 2              8pm              TJ Higgs                            Sun 20            7.30pm        Michael Jackson
                                 Sat 3              8pm              Totally Tina!                                                       History Show
                                 Tue 6              7.30pm           Jimmy Osmond                        Tue 22 / Wed 23   8.15pm        That’s Entertainment
                                 Thur 8             8pm              Ghost Walk                          Fri 25            10am & 5pm    David Walliams’
                                                                     The West End Musicals                                               The Midnight Gang
                                 Fri 9              2.30pm
                                                                     in Concert                          Sat 26            2pm & 6pm     David Walliams’
                                 Sat 17             7.30pm           Walk Like A Man                                                     The Midnight Gang
                                 Fri 23             8pm              Forever Eagles                      Tue 29 / Wed 30   8.15pm        That’s Entertainment
                                 Fri 30             8pm              Swing with Laughter                 Thur 31           8pm           Michelle John
                                 Sat 31             8pm              Life Could be A Dream
                                                                                                         JUNE

                                 APRIL
                                                                                                         Fri 1             10.30am       Friends Tour
                                                                                                         Fri 1             3pm & 6pm     Wind in the Willows
                                 Mon 2              5.30pm           Alice in Wonderland
                                 Tues 3             2pm & 5.30pm Alice in Wonderland
                                                                                                         Sat 2             10am – 7pm    BMHS Day by the Sea
                                                                                                         Tue 5 / Wed 6     8.15pm        That’s Entertainment
                                 Fri 6              10.30am          Friends Tour
                                                                                                         Fri 8             7.30pm        Brian Conley
                                 Fri 6              8pm              The Everly Bros and Friends
                                                                                                         Tue 12 / Wed 13   8.15pm        That’s Entertainment
                                 Sat 7              8pm              Forever Dusty                       Sat 16            7.30pm        “Hello” La Voix
    Box Office: 01323 80 20 20

                                 Thur 12            4pm              Guess How Much I Love You
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                                 Fri 13             11am & 1.30pm Guess How Much I Love You
                                                                                                         Sat 24 June       7.30pm        Lee Mead
                                 Fri 13             8pm              Steptoe & Son
                                                                                                         Thurs 28 June     8pm           Giovanni Pernice
                                 Sat 14             2pm              Brainiac                            Fri 27 July       7.30pm        Danny Baker Live
                                 Sun 15             7pm              Liza Pulman sings Streisand         Sun 7 October     3pm           David Starkey
                                 Thurs 19           7.30pm           The Drifters                        Sun 11 November 3pm             Germaine Greer
                                 Sat 21             8pm              Boyz Life                           Mon 10 December 7.30pm          Michael Portillo

                                 Walks / Tours   Family/Children   Musical       Talks / Audience With                              www.royalhippodrome.com
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