Local Reviews
In September 2018, eek-i-saw-a-mouse said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
The theatre is very quaint and the many volunteers friendly with the coat of refreshments not astronomical like in most theatres.
The seating is very traditional and perfectly comfortable. I thought the decor looked lovely, newly refurbished and very attractive.
My only negative was the show! That's Entertainment wasn't that entertaining. Obviously targetee at the more mature audience (I was easily the youngest audience member and I'm in my 40's!) And the humour was obviously old fahion e and embarassing. The adult performers were all strong singers and dancers and gave it their all despite such a small audience. The children, you couldn't hear them and their performance was less than average. The show definitely picked up after the interval (when the children left!) I loved the theatre but would recommend a different performance to watch.
The seating is very traditional and perfectly comfortable. I thought the decor looked lovely, newly refurbished and very attractive.
My only negative was the show! That's Entertainment wasn't that entertaining. Obviously targetee at the more mature audience (I was easily the youngest audience member and I'm in my 40's!) And the humour was obviously old fahion e and embarassing. The adult performers were all strong singers and dancers and gave it their all despite such a small audience. The children, you couldn't hear them and their performance was less than average. The show definitely picked up after the interval (when the children left!) I loved the theatre but would recommend a different performance to watch.
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In September 2018, Allison P said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
Just sitting in the interval of ‘thats Entertainment ‘ It’s fantastic! The performers are all so brilliant and the theatre staff are the best! They’re all so friendly and helpful. If you’re planning a trip to Eastbourne make sure you visit this wonderful show and the lovely people in the theatre! You’ll regret it if you don’t!
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In September 2018, Alan said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
First time I've ever been to the Hippodrome in Eastbourne and the place is fantastic. So nice to come here and support not only the wrestling but the Hippodrome itself. This theatre deserves to do well. Very good prices on confectionery unlike other theatre's I've been to. The staff are the best, so polite and helpful, nothing is to much trouble for them. And I must say very well staffed to. If your visiting Eastbourne please go to The Royal Hippodrome your really enjoy yourself.
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In December 2018, Ibrahim H said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
We came to the theatre as we wasn’t sure on what we wanted to do and we watched a pantomime which was entertaining.
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In January 2019, Paul H said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
Theatre for all ages.vit has a circus look about it with yellow and red surroundings.
I didn't know till we arrived it's a Victorian theatre and been around hundred of your . All year round entertainment.
I didn't know till we arrived it's a Victorian theatre and been around hundred of your . All year round entertainment.
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In March 2019, Mark S said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
We went to see The Bohemians last week (who incidentally were absolutely fabulous) and thank goodness we ignored the reviews about the bad seats, because they were absolutely fine. Maybe the circle seats' leg rooms are smaller than the stalls but we were in the stalls and they were absolutely fine (and my girlfriend's 5'10" and hates pokey seats!). The foyer was in the process of refurbishment, and, yes, was a little tatty, but I assume that will soon be fixed.
Sure, the theatre is showing its age a little, here and there, but if I look that good aged 150, I'll be well chuffed! We had a super night out for the princely sum of £26 each INCLUDING beers before and GnTs in the interval!
A refreshing change from most theatres' rip-off bar prices.
Highly recommended.
Sure, the theatre is showing its age a little, here and there, but if I look that good aged 150, I'll be well chuffed! We had a super night out for the princely sum of £26 each INCLUDING beers before and GnTs in the interval!
A refreshing change from most theatres' rip-off bar prices.
Highly recommended.
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In March 2019, scarlett said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
went to watch a Bohemian Rhapsody evening. The music was bad and the singers were not what I would have called listening material. The performers were not what I call value for money. By the interval myself and my friend decided to leave.
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In March 2019, Keith L said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
This is a long estabilshed theatre that is now undergoing a major refurbishment. The shows that are on this summer are diverse and well priced (compared to other Thetatres in town i.e Congress).
The theatre is mostly staffed by volunteers who are most welcoming. When in Eastbourne make sure you find time to visit.
The theatre is mostly staffed by volunteers who are most welcoming. When in Eastbourne make sure you find time to visit.
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In March 2019, Anita M said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
This is a lovely theatre all run by volunteers of all ages because the greedy council wont support them & wanted to make this truly wonderful theatre into a car park been to a couple of shows here always packed out so best to book seats ,this time we went to watch circus of horrors wow what a show weird & strange ,everywhere you sit is clear few but row q is where they have the sound desks so would avoid the higher seats numbers if you don't like it loud they also have spaces for wheelchair uses & a bar with crisp etc & ice creams at individuals wow worth a visit to this wonderful theatre
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In April 2019, mark b said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
This is beautiful theatre and is always a pleasure to visit. Plenty of on street parking and restaurants nearby.
A good variety of different performances to suit all tastes. One of Eastbournes gems.
A good variety of different performances to suit all tastes. One of Eastbournes gems.
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