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 University theatre/cabaret venue |
14-17 Manchester Street Kemp Town Brighton, East Sussex BN2 1TF United Kingdom +44 1273 62 2633 |
This live performance venue is run by students from the University of Brighton. It has a lofty feel to it and is decked out in black and red. As well as the latest in new theater productions there's a healthy dose of comedy and music with local bands and those from further afield dropping in for some raucous gigs. There is an annual comedy festival here with workshops and discussions with professional, and often well-known, performers including Graham Norton, to mention just one. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stars in your eyes |
Kings Road Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2GR United Kingdom +44 1273 29 0131 http://www.brightoncentre.co.uk |
Brighton's premier venue for major gigs and conferences, the Brighton Centre is a 5,100 capacity auditorium. Currently under discussion is a £200 million re-build programme. As well as putting on luminaries such as Van Morrison, Shirley Bassey and Michael Crawford it's also the chosen venues of bands of the moment. The Labour Party Conference is often staged here and the centre is renowned as an exhibition and conference space. It also houses the East Wing which comprises two halls of 400 capacity each, used for after club parties or a more intimate venue for touring bands. Ticket prices vary according to programme. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Under construction |
12A Pavilion Buildings Castle Square Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1EE United Kingdom +44 1273 70 0747 http://www.brighton-dome.org.uk |
Currently undergoing a EUR30m overhaul, The Dome is part of the Royal Pavilion building complex. Nestling in the far corner of the Pavilion Gardens it is a huge behemoth of a building and stages theatre, magnificent concerts, shows and conferences. Similar in lay out to the Albert Hall, you sit around the main stage. The acoustics are second to none, important bearing in mind the calibre of acting and classical concerts put on here, as well as the big name pop gigs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Take in some culture |
Various venues throughout the city Brighton BN1 4EE United Kingdom +44 1273 709 709 http://www.brighton-festival.o... |
Brighton's annual arts jamboree occurs every second weekend of May and is an eclectic mix of theatre, classical music, free street theatre, literature and art. All the big venues play a part with the Corn Exchange and Theatre Royal taking centre stage. Past performers have included Courtney Pine, Irvine Welsh, Carlos Fuentes and many, many more. Ticket prices vary. There is also the Streets of Brighton weekend with three days of free music, circus and local community events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theater and Conference Center |
Carlisle Road Brighton BN21 4BP United Kingdom +44 132 341 2000 http://www.eastbournetheatres.... |
A theater and conference facility, Congress Theatre is located in Eastbourne, a short drive from Brighton. The theater's diverse calendar of events include children's shows, musicals, plays, and concerts. Check their website for details on upcoming events and ticketing information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Take in a show |
Church St., Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1UG United Kingdom +44 1273 674357 http://www.brighton-dome.org.uk |
Part of the Brighton Dome Complex, the Corn Exchange plays host to theatre, lively shows, conferences and even kick-boxing bouts. With a vast interior, the seating capacity accommodates from 300-1,000. While it primarily presents shows and conferences, The Exchange also comes alive with Brighton's annual Jazz Bop, a summer festival celebrating the very best in contemporary jazz music. Ticket prices vary according to performance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Impressive purpose built arts centre |
University of Sussex, Lewes Rd Falmer Brighton, East Sussex BN1 9RA United Kingdom +44 1273 68 5861 http://www.gardnerarts.co.uk |
The Gardner Arts is an architect's dream, built on campus at the University of Sussex, just outside Brighton in Falmer. The purpose-built rotund block houses an impressive theatre, exhibition space, cinema and cafe/bar. On the major touring runs, you can expect to see everything from Stoppard to Brecht alongside slightly more experimental dance and music performances plus children's shows from the UK and abroad. The Visions International Animation Festival is also held here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 World famous venue |
Ringmer (B2192) Brighton, East Sussex BN8 5UU United Kingdom +44 1273 81 2321 http://www.glyndebourne.com |
Fancy a bit of opera, but don't fancy all the stuffiness of London? Glyndebourne could be just the answer. Located just outside Brighton, this beautiful opera house and complex is set on its own grounds and it offers opera lovers the chance to enjoy both indoor and outdoor performances. Check the Web site for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Laugh your head off |
Gardner Street (North Laine) Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1UN United Kingdom +44 1273 647100 http://www.komedia.co.uk |
Komedia is a popular haunt that presents comedy, theatre, workshops and live music. The Krater Comedy Club takes place every Saturday and Sunday evening and presents a line-up of established and new comedians. There are two shows on Saturday, the later one is always a bit more raucous, but either is always a great night out. More informal performances are presented on Sunday. Ticket prices and show times vary; call for details. There is a fine restaurant, "Curve," on the ground floor for a pre-show meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 World renowned guitar festival |
P.O. Box 76 Lewes Brighton, East Sussex BN7 3WP United Kingdom http://www.lewesguitarfestival... |
This annual celebration of the guitar features a mix of performers from around the world, as well as guitar making events and music workshops. The festival activities also include flamenco and sitar demonstrations plus free lunchtime shows.Past performers have included Eric Roche, Asere and Vini Reilly. Performances take place in various venues around Lewes. The town is quite small and easily navigated on foot. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theatre/music/spoken word venue |
4 Princes St Brighton, East Sussex BN2 1RD United Kingdom +44 0778 227 8521 http://www.marlboroughtheatre.... |
Situated upstairs from the gay and lesbian pub, The Marlborough, this tiny theatre is the place to be for raw talent. The front row of ten rows of seats (50 capacity) is almost on the stage so you're very much a part of the on-going action. It's an intimate venue putting on cutting edge, theatre, cabaret, spoken word and music. Telephone for details of this season's forthcoming programme. Call for performance times. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Central entertainment venue |
29 New Road Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1UG United Kingdom +44 1273 70 9709 http://www.brighton-dome.org.uk |
Part of the Brighton Dome complex which is currently undergoing major redevelopment. The Pavilion is home to many Brighton Festival events which take place in May. The newly refurbished building houses its 240 seat theatre on the first floor with a foyer on ground level for exhibitions. The theatre is also used for music events. Ticket prices vary depending upon performance; call for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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University arts/music venue |
University of Brighton 58-64 Grand Parade Brighton, East Sussex BN2 2JY United Kingdom +44 1273 64 3010 http://www.bton.ac.uk |
The Sallis Benney is the University of Brighton theater. It puts on alternative touring plays, spoken word and musical events. You could expect to see Theatre de Complicité, Linton Kwesi Johnson doing dub poetry in a Do Tongues event (Brighton spoken word forum) or Bert Jansch playing jazz - all in any one month. Do be aware that the place shuts down over the spring and early summer. This place doubles as a cinema for the occasional one-off. For films on local history and the like it's the place to come. In the past, the Moving History series has shown featuring The South East on Film. There is also an exhibition space and bar. Call for program details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Films and food |
51-55 Brunswick East Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN3 1AU United Kingdom +44 1273 77 0002 http://www.sanctuarycafe.co.uk/ |
This friendly and hip venue on three floors houses a renowned Brighton cafe which puts on a wide variety of events almost every night, from live music to poetry, for a small entrance fee. They also provide board games to play whilst drinking your coffee. Originally a completely vegetarian cafe, the menu has recently expanded to offer Burmese, European and African cuisine. Lunches range from home made soups, salads and baguettes. Evening meals include specials like Friday fish suppers - the Calimari in red wine and tomato sauce served with a mushroom risotto is divine. There are no GM foods and organic wines are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Arts centre and members club |
7 Ship St The Lanes Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1AD United Kingdom +44 1273 72 7371 http://www.sussexarts.com |
Down at the seafront end of Brighton, the Sussex Arts Club is actually a members' club, a favoured haunt of the illuminati - Julie Burchill among them. However it does open its doors for plays, music and cabaret. The impressive arts space at the rear of the building is a circular room with a huge glass domed atrium. Seating is limited and informal but then you're likely to be foot-tapping anyway to regular rock, folk and world music nights on offer. There's a small bar, the main bar unfortunately for members only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hove's premier arts centre |
11a Upper Market St Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN3 1AS United Kingdom +44 1273 73 6222 http://www.theoldmarket.co.uk |
The Old Market is a grand building, recently renovated and boasts Hove's premier arts centre. The 300 capacity auditorium plays hosts to plays, gigs, classical concerts and conferences. There's also an exhibition space and a cafe and bar for a pre-performance meal or to meet up afterwards. The bar hosts live jazz between 1:30p-3:30p on Sunday. If you want to go upmarket, go Old Market. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mainstream theatre venue |
New Road (North Laine) Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1SD United Kingdom +44 1273 32 8488 |
Perhaps Brighton's grandest theatre, this old style palace (1,000 seats) puts on the big touring plays, shows and musicals. The lush interior features lots of mahogany and red velvet, putting you in a luxurious mood for the West End farefrom the best in Shakespeare to panto. There is a bar the size of a hotel lobby. Step next door to Colonnade Bar for more opulence and walls festooned with shots of the stars. Ticket prices vary per performance, call or check web site for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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College theatre |
Pelham Tower, Pelham Street North Laine Brighton, East Sussex BN1 4FA United Kingdom +44 1273 66 7788 |
This theatre is part of City College Brighton (formerly Brighton College of Technology) and is located in the main college building. The Tower puts on a lot of stage adaptations of literary masterpieces. There are performances from up and coming touring companies as well as plays put on by drama students from the college. These performances are sometimes accompanied by workshops and opportunities to meet the actors. Other events at the theater include comedy gigs, dance and concerts. Call for program details. Review © 2007, Wcities |