Royal Hippodrome Theatre

4.7/5 based on 1351 reviews
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The Royal Hippodrome Theater is super for hosting shows for children and adults and it is nice to find a theatre that regularly hosts shows for children. Yesterday we saw Brainiac which was brilliant. My son has loved all of the shows they've put on there. The theatre doesnt look anything from the outside but on the inside it is beautiful. The staff are friendly too! I think the theatre is definitely an asset to the town of Eastbourne and credit should be given to them for hosting shows for out future generation of theatre goers!
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Explosive scientific crazy show full of laughter. Every minute was action packed and exciting. Thank you Brainiac for making science fun xx
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We arrived early and the staff kindly opened up the bar for coffee. Great show, great staff and lovely venue
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Brainiacs was an amazing show. It entertained both adults and children. The theatre was a lovely environment to be in. Looking forward to going there again.
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Run by mostly volunteers this lovely old theatre is a delight to visit. The don't take credit cards on the bar and this is my only slight complaint as I wanted to buy a bottle of wine but only had a tenner in cash. Comfy seats better leg room than many other theatres.
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Great show, only draw back, noice was rather great, band etc needed to be in a larger venue. Staff were great, very homely,overall great.
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Lovely theatre but starting to show its age. Could do with an update to heating system & decorating throughout but having said that it's fantastic venue with great sound & great size for cosy atmosphere
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Brilliant Show!!! Never did actually see Tina Turner live but this was definitely the next best thing! The theatre is small and atmospheric with it's own ghost! Apparently they do tours of the building...I will go as would love to know more of the history! The staff (volunteers) were amazing and so helpful....10/10!!!!
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This was my first visit to the venue and a very enjoyable one it was too. From arrival, the staff were very friendly and helpful. The venue small and quaint but nonetheless comfortable and to top it off, the show was very good.
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A great night out at the theatre at a very reasonable price. I will definitely look out for other good shows to go to at this friendly theatre.
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Great show, nice little theatre. Would sit further back next time as stalls go right up to stage.Very enjoyable evening would recommend totally Tina for a great night out.
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First visit to this lovely theatre. Will certainly look out for more shows to attend in the future. Lovely friendly staff who couldn't be more helpful. Surroundings and a brilliant show made a perfect evening. More publicity in a wider range of media possibly required such as Sussex Express or Kent and Sussex Courier as a lot of people travel in to Eastbourne from outlying areas and may not be aware what is on at the Hippodrome. Looking forward to a return trip in the near future
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We visited the Hippodrome theatre to watch a 'Totally Theatre' show.
The show was very good but the theatre itself made the experience. From the friendly greeting at the door to the volunteer ushers we were made to feel welcome. The sightlines are generally good and the Victorian theatre small enough you can clearly see musicians on the stage from both stalls and the circle.

Although it is a little frayed around the edges the theatre is clean and comfortable and I would not hesitate to book another show here.
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Watching from the Dress Circle I was prepared to believe that I was watching a young Tina Turner.
A high standard of musicianship, enthusiastic dancers, costume changes, lights and projected images made for a fine, entertaining show. Justine Riddoch charmed the audience and made the best of Turner's most popular songs
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The theatre has seating that is far enough apart so that you are not sitting with your knees in your mouth, I am 6ft 3in and I could sit comfortably also it is not to hot or cold as some theatres are, the sound system is great and the staff are very friendly and try and help as much as they can, definitely somewhere for the whole family.
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Enjoyed the circus of horrors in beautiful historic surroundings. A little tired looking but this takes nothing away from the enjoyment. Support local theatres, so further generations can soak up the atmosphere .
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Classic Victorian theatre
Small and intimate auditorium
Circus of Horrors presentation was fantastic, if different!
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Have been several times now and it never fails to impress, best seats so far row J
Brilliant show of the Circus of Horrors and the old theatre only added to the atmosphere.
If you want to get a taste for this theatre go on the ghost walk!
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Fun frollicks of adult nature. Goth rock acrobatics n contortions that i thoroughly enjoyed! X x x x
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A very funny enjoyable evening recommended well done cast
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Easy atmosphere friendly and helpful staff. Our nicest venue.
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Lovely old theatre.
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We need to support this place to keep it going!
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We came to see Animarium last night. The tickets were reasonably priced and the staff were friendly and helpful.
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