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Theatre Royal Brighton

Theatre Royal Brighton
About

Theatre Royal Brighton occupies a commanding site on New Road in the heart of Brighton. Commissioned in 1806 by the Prince of Wales, it opened on 27 June 1807 with Shakespeare’s Hamlet. After decades of financial struggle, actor-manager Henry John Nye Chart enlisted architect Charles James Phipps in 1854 to redesign the house, laying the foundations for its enduring success. Today it forms part of the Ambassador Theatre Group and offers 952 seats over four levels, making it one of the city’s premier live-performance venues. Housed within a Grade II*-listed structure, the theatre’s elegant façade conceals a richly ornamented auditorium complete with a classic proscenium arch and four tiers of seating. Modern refurbishments have introduced a Sennheiser infra-red sound-amplification system, accessible wheelchair spaces and level-access bars on every floor, while the Parlour café on New Road adds a welcoming social hub for pre- and post-show gatherings.

Brighton United Kingdom
Location

The Theatre Royal Brighton is located on New Road in central Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1SD. Situated in the heart of Brighton’s vibrant cultural quarter, the Grade II* listed building is close to Brighton Pavilion and the Pavilion Gardens, with Brighton Museum & Art Gallery just across the road. The theatre is also near the bustling North Laine shopping district, known for its independent retailers, cafes, and antique shops. Brighton Beach and the iconic Brighton Palace Pier are both within a 10 to 20-minute walk, making the theatre a central hub for entertainment amid many of the city’s key attractions and amenities.

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