White Rock Theatre

In October 2015, Venetia C said:

We went to see Buddy, the Buddy Holly musical. We had seen it in the west end of London and it was always good and this touring one was just as good. We sat in the front circle, but have sat in the front row in the stalls before and you have a good view of the stage whever you sit. The staff are very helpful and friendly. We have never been disappointed when we have seen a show here and we have been go I'm going since the 1980's. Just recently we have seen Joseph and Caranby Street.There are ample toilet facilities and a lift to every floor a nice bar and big restaurant overlooking the sea. Its very reasonably priced. Great theatre.

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In October 2015, Steve C said:

As our hotel was next door we went twice during our stay, seeing Showaddywaddy and a Carpenters Tribute Act. Both good shows.

This is a restored Art Deco theatre, built as a music hall but now showing music shows of all descriptions...original acts, tribute shows, opera...you name it. It's not huge so you get good views from most seats. It has a bar and a restaurant. Each show seems to cost around £20 per person, which is not bad.

Check what's on...you'll be surprised.

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In September 2015, ozzie504 said:

went with a group of 10 people this week to a very busy theatre on a monday night. I didn't make the booking but noticed that we were split up over two rows for some reason. Acoustics were good but the thing that bugged me was during the interval I went to buy refreshments but could only pay in csh - no card facilities. Its 2015 guys and you need to get it together more - VERY typical of Hastings- so behind.

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In September 2015, Gill R said:

Great gig on Friday evening with the Illegal Eagles. More like this please!

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In September 2015, Ian N said:

A great venue for live music - unlike larger venues, you can get up close and personal with some talented acts - we very much enjoyed the Illegal Eagles - not to be missed when they visit again next year! The theatre staff were very friendly and helpful. A great night out!

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In September 2015, Vapourmike said:

Love this place, it's a bit rugged around the edges but in some ways this add's to it's charm, plenty of variety in the shows and some bigger names appearing here too, also plenty of choice for families inc pantomimes and kids shows/events. Pricing is reasonable for a theater and always recommend it, you can sit virtually anywhere and see the stage closely.

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In September 2015, Margaret W said:

I love the fact that there are so many shows for children in the daytime, as well as many popular shows and plays for adults. We just went to see The Wizard of Oz. Excellent. There is so much to choose from; even an activities day coming up, where one can see the workings of the theatre and backstage. Then, of course, there is always a brilliant pantomime every year, which I would never miss.

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In August 2015, Wandering Wonderings said:

The theatre is in pretty good condition for its age. They get mid range performers in and prices are reasonable.

Last show I saw was with my kids...fun for all the family. Staff friendly, cafe on upper level has a great view of the beach.

Could do worse than see a show here.

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In August 2015, Len K said:

My wife and I recently attended a show at the White Rock Theatre ...' Lets Hang On '..the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons which we thoroughly enjoyed. The staff are very welcoming and it is a lovely theatre which is always looking to get a variety of good acts for the seasons programme. L.k.

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In July 2015, Lukes1066 said:

Great theatre with really helpful staff. Cafe and experience greatly improved other last few years.
Council should be more supportive of there local theatre.

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In July 2015, FairlightW said:

This place has been entertaining Hastings for a long long time offers a great range of variety shows and acts went to see Jefro a while ago a little dated in areas but works hard to please if your in town you should certainly see what's on and give it a try

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In July 2015, 8x1rob said:

Quite a good little theater, your never far from the stage!
Pre-ordering the interval drinks is the way to go! The bar prices are pretty reasonable.
I've been here several times for numerous acts, I find it comfortable and always a good view, I always book an isle end seat when I can.

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In July 2015, 13Jan1 said:

Went here to see the proclaimers when on holiday. What a lovely little theatre. Anywhere you sit is an excellent seat and we had a great night. The wine is also very nice and very large glasses

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In June 2015, DAVID B said:

This theatre has good seating and facilities and the raised stage makes it easy to see everything that's going on. It was ideal for the brilliant X-Factor winner Joe McElderry show I saw there in May.The staff were friendly and very helpful. There are local car parks too.

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In May 2015, badmintontim said:

This is a good local theatre that does a variety of shows throughout the year.

It has a bar, Restuarant and very small confectionary shop as well as an underground car park.

The Restuarant looks out onto the promenade which can be nice in good weather.

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In May 2015, bparkercars said:

Great provincial theatre with a full agenda of varied productions, all to a good standard. Friendly, helpful staff and a cafe bar for the interval and pre-show meals.

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In May 2015, Janice L said:

Booked at the last minute, staff very helpful and informative. Enjoyable evening of live theatre a night out whilst on holiday in East sussex

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In April 2015, Pauline G said:

First saw Blood Brothers when it first was in London many moons ago...When Barbara Dickson was Mrs Johnston. Second time round when it came to The White Rock Theatre... It was good then. But my word was it good this time. Absolutely fantastic.. All the original cast as was in London this time round. Marti Pellow and Maureen Nolan. Tickets were going very quickly for every day it was showing.. Thankfully we got fabulous seats as always.... Always looking out for what's on next......

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In April 2015, michaelaparkm159 said:

We went to see blood brothers fantastic absolutely brilliant as always. Was bit dissapointed with the cafe/ restaurant, server was bit rude and we waited ages to be served. When we got there waiter said could we go and order at the bar as he was about to get very busy. then he changed his mind and said he would take our order, then he didn't then finally he did. At this point we were the only ones in there, there were 3 of us. Not really a
coach load,as we were eating it started to fill and we couldn't get any service after that. Surly they know they are going to be busy put on More staff just for that hour it's not difficult. This would have been better if we could have had better service for our meal before seeing the show especially as the theatre boasts the restaurant/cafe and encourages people to come eat before the show. If we go back don't think we'll be eating there as there are plenty of places near to eat.overall lots of room for improvement. Blood brothers well worth the journey for the show not for the cafe.

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In April 2015, CazzaB said:

A group of us went on 27 March to see Blood Brothers. The cast were absolutely amazing and the storyline a roller coaster of emotions. We had front row tickets, so had plenty of leg room. the reason I have marked it down is because of the facilities. There is obviously a rush for the toilets at the interval, with the longest queue for the ladies. The queue I was in was about 10 to 15 ladies, while the adjacent gents had no queue and at times was empty (as I was leaving some ladies did use the gents). Please White Rock management, make it so the gents downstairs is for ladies at such events. Just saying!

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In March 2015, Social_Diner said:

I attended a Saturday matinee and the house was almost sold out. Very disappointed that neither of the bars was open, only the cafe which does serve alcohol but the queue was around the lounge area.
I did query this with a lady manager who didn't even have the manners to stop and talk to me, although she did inform me as she walked away that they would be open for the evenings performance. Great!
The show was good and all other staff excellent, just a shame that you have to go to the hotel next door to get a drink. But well done to the hotel.

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In February 2015, SGM67 said:

Booked here for a kids matinee today, everyone from the guy on the phone, box office staff and the ushers and concession staff were lovely, a rarity these days and very much appreciated. The theatre itself is is a good size but not too big, with great views even from the back row downstairs. Booster seats available for little kids. My only gripe is the £1 booking fee per ticket, but otherwise a great theatre.

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In February 2015, sparkletrip said:

The staff are lovely , welcoming and helpful.
If you get membership you get brilliant deals and the pre theatre dining makes for an all round lovelyevening out. Compared to Eastbourne it is worth the extra mileage for the deals and friendly atmosphere. Well done Hastings !

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In January 2015, Samantha Parry said:

Shame there's not much leg room! Apart from that, all staff are friendly, the stage is closer to your seats then you think. Very enjoyable evening.