There’s something instantly comforting about The Ballad of Johnny and June. From the moment it begins, you get the sense that you’re in safe hands—this is a show that knows exactly what it wants to be, and delivers it with charm, warmth, and a big heart. At its core, this is a story that many people will already have some familiarity with, but what makes this production stand […]
The current UK tour of The Bodyguard arrives in Eastbourne with all the ingredients of a classic crowd-pleaser: familiar songs, a glamorous leading lady, a touch of danger and a generous helping of nostalgia. Based on the 1992 film starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, the musical follows superstar Rachel Marron, who finds herself the target of a stalker, and Frank Farmer, the former Secret Service agent brought […]
If you’re looking for a theatre trip that leaves you smiling as you leave the theatre, Stepping Out is a very safe bet. This production of Richard Harris’s much-loved comedy has plenty of laughs, lots of heart and, of course, a generous helping of tap dancing. At the centre of the story is Mavis Turner, who runs a weekly tap class for a wonderfully mixed bunch of amateur dancers. […]
From the moment that the familiar music starts, and the stage fills with the colourful world of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, it’s hard not to feel a little bit like a child again. Brighton Theatre Group's lively production is packed with enthusiasm, colourful characters and enough theatrical silliness to put a smile on even the most serious face. It’s a show with a big heart, and that comes […]
There is something wonderfully bonkers about Death Note: The Musical. A supernatural notebook, a teenage genius deciding who should live and die, a mysterious detective, and a collection of death gods might not sound like the ingredients for a fun night at the theatre but, somehow, it works — and makes for a hugely enjoyable evening. Based on the popular manga, the story follows Light Yagami, a clever […]
I’ve seen Cats many times before, and loved it, so I was interested to see what the new creative team would do with it. The answer is: a lot! Drew McOnie has created a version that feels energetic, colourful and full of life, without losing what makes the show so enjoyable in the first place. The setting is absolutely perfect. There is something special about sitting outside in […]
Turning one of the Second World War's most audacious intelligence operations into a musical sounds like an impossible challenge. Yet Operation Mincemeat pulls it off with such confidence and charm that it becomes difficult to imagine the story being told any other way. The 2026 UK tour arrives in Eastbourne with its reputation firmly established, but this production earns every bit of its acclaim through sharp writing, inspired […]
The Rattonians soar with a heartfelt triumph. There are evenings at the theatre that provide an enjoyable escape, and then there are those rare performances that leave audiences reflecting long after the curtain has fallen. The Rattonians' production of Come From Away at the Royal Hippodrome Theatre is undoubtedly one of the latter, combining exceptional storytelling, heartfelt performances and outstanding musicianship to create an evening that is as […]