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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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Panoramic views |
Foredown Tower Countryside Centre Foredown Road, Portslade Brighton, East Sussex BN41 2EW United Kingdom +44 1273 29 2092 |
This disused Edwardian water tower is now home to a countryside centre on the South Downs and the only surviving camera obscura in the south-east. The viewing gallery gives outstanding views over surrounding countryside and across the Channel. It also features a weather station providing satellite views of the weather, interactive computers, countryside research and data and displays relating to local environment. There is a programme of talks and events throughout the year. 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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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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