Theatre Royal, Brighton

at New Road, Brighton, Brighton , BN1 1SD United Kingdom

1. Theatre
2. Landmark & Historical Place

Description

The Theatre Royal, Brighton is a theatre in Brighton, England presenting a range of West End and touring musicals and plays, along with performances of opera and ballet. In recent years, catering to a wider demographic, The Theatre Royal Brighton has chosen to offer an alternative to the traditional Christmas pantomime which it historically played, replacing the shows with big hits such as Priscilla Queen of the Desert (2013), The Rocky Horror Show (2012), and Spamalot (2011).HistoryIn 1806 the Prince of Wales gave Royal Assent for the theatre to be built and it opened on 27 June 1807, with a performance of William Shakespeare's Hamlet. It struggled until the theatre was purchased in 1854 by actor Henry John Nye Chart, who engaged theatre architect Charles J. Phipps to begin a programme of expansion and redevelopment.The theatre improved its reputation and finances, becoming a respected venue. When Henry John Nye Chart died in 1876 his wife took over and continued the success as one of the first female theatre managers.PresentSince 1999 the theatre has been owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group. In 2007 the theatre celebrated its 200th anniversary with a visit from Queen Elizabeth II.

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Summary

Theatre Royal, Brighton is Brighton based place and this enity listed in Theatre category. Located at New Road, Brighton BN1 1SD. Contact phone number of Theatre Royal, Brighton: 01273 764400