Local Reviews
In April 2015, Eastbourne101 said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
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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In April 2015, Saztag said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
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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In April 2015, alexandra m said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
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!
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In April 2015, grannyk2015 said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
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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In April 2015, MissCalius said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
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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In May 2015, Paul L said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
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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In May 2015, M B said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
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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In May 2015, Jane S said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
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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In May 2015, j o said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
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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In May 2015, Terry R said about Royal Hippodrome Theatre
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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