Royal Hippodrome Theatre
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Great variety show. Great cast of singers and dancers. Cosy little theatre. Volunteers friendly and full of information. Lovely ice cream in the interval. Good price ticket. Easy to get to.
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Fantastic show, we'll worth every penny. I would say to everyone who is staying in Eastbourne to go and watch this it's fantastic. Would deffo return
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Attended very enjoyable show and the staff were extremely helpful, friendly and delighted that I was attending the Hippodrome. Great choice of seats, reasonably priced.
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loved this old fashioned theatre, took the Grand Children to see Aladdin .loved the play as much as the grand children,they were fascinated by the theatre and the whole experience.Any grandparent out there take you grandchildren and yourselves to this charming Eastbourne theatre and enjoy,they do not make them like this anymore
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Took the grandchildren to Frozen sing a long they really enjoyed it:-) the theatre is old fashioned but that adds to the charm!
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We went to see the three degrees, who were absolutely fantastic, a really good night out. Although I have lived in Eastbourne for 16 years and go to the theatre regularly I have never visited the Hippodrome . The theatre is beautiful but needs a lot of money spent on it to bring it back to its former glory, there is an overwhelming smell of damp when you first go in but you don't notice it after a while.
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Never been to the RHT before although I've lived here years. A proper old fashioned theatre and it's slight shabbiness only makes it more endeering. staff were really friendly and the bar not over-priced for a theatre. Now I'm on their mailing list I think it will only be a matter of time before I go again.
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Angelica Heavenly Voices put on an amazing Disney Tribute Show 'When you wish upon a star'. Great family fun and all for Starlight Foundation Charity.
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We saw 30th May Saturday Matinee - it was the best show I have seen so far by Angelica - the production was incredibly professional: the musical arrangements and choreography were stunning - a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon. Lavinia chooses fabulous songs to suit the casts strengths, You Will Be In My Heart brought us to tears! Looking forward to the Christmas Show at All Saints Church Meads
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On holiday in Eastbourne and decided to go to the theatre one evening at the Royal Hipperdrome theatre. The production was called Hooray For Hollywood and was performed by professional and local amateur people. The show was based on songs and dances from the silver screen and was performed very well. The comedy from Grant Martins was entertaining and helped to make this a very enjoyable show.
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went to see Hooray for Hollywood on 13.05.15 with our coach tour ,it was very amusing and the time went so fast, the host Grant ,is brilliant,he gets the audience involved.I would recommend you going to see a show as you will not be disappointed. It is open to all ages .
There is Wheelchair access,all staff are friendly and helpful.
The bar sells tea,coffee and beer/wine etc
ice cream are on sale so are programmes
There is Wheelchair access,all staff are friendly and helpful.
The bar sells tea,coffee and beer/wine etc
ice cream are on sale so are programmes
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Lovely show (Hooray for Hollywood) which my mum thoroughly enjoyed (she's nearly 88). Staff excellent, immediately on arrival they directed me to a side door with wheelchair access. During the interval I visited the bar, which provided tea, coffee and a range of alcoholic drinks, all reasonable priced. The bar was manned by volunteers. I look forward to visiting this wonderful theatre again in the future.
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We had a great time , the play was really funny and we would recommend it. This was our first visit to the Royal Hippadrome and we shall definitely be coming back. This is a very intimate theatre with great character, the team that run it are excellent and offered help and guidance as soon as you step in.
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We watched Dirty Dusting last night at the theatre. Such a lovely theatre, cheap bar drinks, comfortable seats And friendly staff. Theatre looking tired and would benefit from some TLC but overall a lovely theatre. There is a lot of history in this theatre and should be the centre point of Eastbourne.
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Went to see a show here and was surprised from the outside how beautiful it was inside! Its a small cosy charming Theater with a fantastic atmosphere all of its own. Friendly Staff (Especially the two volunteer bar staff!!) :)
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We went to a free event. A lovely old fashioned theatre trying hard to survive in a modern world. Run by a team of volunteers the venue is welcoming. Good view of the surprisingly large stage from the stalls, watch out for some restricted view seats. Good view from middle balcony but not front few rows. We will return, even when we have to pay.
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We took our young family for the first time to the Hippodrome Theatre to see a free show, i'm so glad we went. The great atmosphere was so infectious that I wanted to book to see other shows. There is no doubt that we will become regulars whether just the husband and I for a night out and/or with the children for family shows.
Despite having lived in Eastbourne for twenty years and being a regular theatre goer i never stepped foot in the Hippodrome because it was always aimed towards the older tourists staying in nearby hotels. However, with the threat of closure i think they have extended to other demographics and i feel it's worked.
Overall, it was a lovely comfortable theatre, nice clean facilities, most of the staff were very accommodating, refreshments were extremely reasonable, plenty of booster seats for children. Can't wait to go again!
Despite having lived in Eastbourne for twenty years and being a regular theatre goer i never stepped foot in the Hippodrome because it was always aimed towards the older tourists staying in nearby hotels. However, with the threat of closure i think they have extended to other demographics and i feel it's worked.
Overall, it was a lovely comfortable theatre, nice clean facilities, most of the staff were very accommodating, refreshments were extremely reasonable, plenty of booster seats for children. Can't wait to go again!
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Me and my family love going to see henrietta's fun house at the hippodrome theatre in Eastbourne. My 4 and 6 years old love Nikki and Damien they do a fantastic job entertaining everyone young and old. Special guests appear regularly! The funhouse crew are so talented and the staff at the theatre take an interest and make it their mission to make sure every guest feels special, if you haven't been make sure you go with your kids :)
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I have been to this theatre several times and always enjoyed the experience. The theatre maintains many original features and good sight lines from most seats. The majority of front of house staff are volunteers and are very welcoming. Check out their website or sign up for the monthly newsletter and support this venue!
TOP TIP - Very little parking in immediate area around the theatre so allow time to walk a few minutes.
TOP TIP - Very little parking in immediate area around the theatre so allow time to walk a few minutes.
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Good fun and well presented professional performance. Great atmosphere in auditorium. Theatre lovely and very comfortable. Staff enthusiastic and helpful.
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Hilarious from start to finish! We were a group of pensioners and we all joined in the fun and games. Although it was called a rehearsal, it all seemed to be seamless entertainment and the quality of the jokes and the singing voices was very high. The Hippodrome is a lovely old theatre with volunteer helpers which makes for a really friendly, family atmosphere. My favourite theatre in Eastbourne!
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Yet again on a visit to Eastbourne I caught a show at the Hippodome this time Ceri Dupree. Lots of fun and so glad this old theatre is still alive.
The dedication of the people involved should be encouraged and financed or yet again another theatre so much apart of our heritage will be lost. Can't wait for my next long weekend off.
The dedication of the people involved should be encouraged and financed or yet again another theatre so much apart of our heritage will be lost. Can't wait for my next long weekend off.
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Wonderful old Victorian Theatre with real atmosphere & character….. & warm as well!
What a laugh we had, &.from start to finish, it was witty, slick and entertaining. ‘Silly Willy’ certainly entertained & encouraged the audience to participate all the way through. We enjoyed this really modern pantomime, which was refreshing to see move into the 21st century to please both adults & children alike. All the cast were excellent without exception & a particular mention for the bad bad Sheriff of Nottingham, who projected his part extremely well..
WE SHALL GO AGAIN WITH OUR 10 YR OLD NIECE (who could not make the Eastbourne show), DEFINITELY TO THE WHITE ROCK THEATRE IN HASTINGS ON THE 11TH APRIL!
What a laugh we had, &.from start to finish, it was witty, slick and entertaining. ‘Silly Willy’ certainly entertained & encouraged the audience to participate all the way through. We enjoyed this really modern pantomime, which was refreshing to see move into the 21st century to please both adults & children alike. All the cast were excellent without exception & a particular mention for the bad bad Sheriff of Nottingham, who projected his part extremely well..
WE SHALL GO AGAIN WITH OUR 10 YR OLD NIECE (who could not make the Eastbourne show), DEFINITELY TO THE WHITE ROCK THEATRE IN HASTINGS ON THE 11TH APRIL!
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The staff at the Hipperdrome are always friendly and helpful.............The Hipperdrome offers a wide variety of shows, and is always excellant value
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Six of us came to see the show which was fantastic, very funny and cleverly done.
It is a lovely theatre and so much more personal than the larger venues, we have been to quite a few shows there now that they are booking more acts which appeal to our taste
It is a lovely theatre and so much more personal than the larger venues, we have been to quite a few shows there now that they are booking more acts which appeal to our taste
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