WORTHING THEATRES AND MUSEUM
THE BEST COMEDY
Jimeoin Pandemonium!
Fri 27 Feb, 7:30pm · Assembly Hall
Age Guidance: Strictly 16+
Troy Hawke
Never Stop, Never Change
Sat 7 Mar, 7:30pm · Assembly Hall
Age Guidance: 14+
Bridget Christie
Jacket Potato Pizza
Sun 22 Mar, 7pm · Pavilion Theatre
Age Guidance: 14+
Victorious
Award-winning musical comedy performer Hannah Brackenbury returns with a revamped and extended version of her much-loved tribute show Victorious – a joyful and poignant celebration of the late, great Victoria Wood.
Sat 7th Feb, 7:30pm · Pavilion Atrium
Age Guidance: 16+
Out At Sea Comedy Club
Join host Julie Jepson for another fabulous evening of stand-up, songs, and seaside silliness. Featuring Zoe Lyons, Pearl & Dean, Chris Ford, Hannah Brackenbury and Fran Longstaff, expect sass, sparkle, and lots of laughs from some of the best queer talent on the circuit.
Sun 15 Feb, 7pm · Pavilion Atrium
Age Guidance: Strictly 18+
Worthing Symphony Orchestra True Love
Enjoy a musical journey through some of the most enduring love stories, performed by Worthing Symphony Orchestra and conducted by John Gibbons. The orchestra is joined by acclaimed pianist Marie-Ange Nguci, who will perform Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 2, alongside works by John Williams, Tchaikovsky, and Joe Hisaishi.
Sherlock Holmes: The Hunt for Moriarty
Blackeyed Theatre returns with this adventure based on the work of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This world premiere combines powerful performances and innovative design for an exhilarating theatrical experience.
Sadiq Ali Company Tell Me
This captivating contemporary circusdance show blends poignant storytelling and striking physical artistry to present a hopeful, empowering portrait of life with HIV.
Sir Charlie Stinky Socks and The Really Big Adventure
Join Sir Charlie on an adventure like no other where you’ll meet wily witches, terrible beasties and fire-breathing dragons. Bursting with live music, puppets, storytelling and lots of laughter, it’s the perfect show for the whole family.
Sun 1 Feb, 2:45pm
Assembly Hall
THEATRE
Wed 4 – Fri 6 Feb, 7:30pm with Fri matinee at 2pm
Connaught Theatre
Age Guidance: 11+
DANCE
Fri 6 Feb, 7:30pm
Pavilion Theatre
Age Guidance: 14+
FAMILY
Sat 7 Feb, 11:30am and 14:30
Connaught Studio
Age Guidance: Best suited to 3-10 but all ages welcome.
Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra
Braimah Kanneh-Mason Plays Mendelssohn
The exceptional young soloist joins WPO for a performance of Mendelssohn’s everpopular Violin Concerto, promising a true highlight of the concert season.
The New Story of Highdown Hill
After the success of The Highdown Big Dig, WTM Archaeologist James Sainsbury will reveal some of the incredible finds and the results of the excavation work, changing the established history of one of Worthing’s favourite landmarks. £10 from each ticket goes to the Reimagining Worthing Museum campaign.
The Upbeat Beatles
This spectacular show brings the legendary music of the Fab Four to life, with talented musicians capturing the band’s spirit and energy, complemented by authentic sets, vintage costumes, and classic instruments.
Boyzlife
Singers Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden perform all the biggest hits from Boyzone and Westlife. With decades of chart toppers, this is an unmissable night of nostalgia and hit pop perfection.
Sun 8 Feb, 3pm
Assembly Hall
Thu 12 Feb, 11:30am
Connaught Studio
Age Guidance: 16+
Fri 13 Feb, 7:30pm
Pavilion Theatre
MUSIC
Sat 14 Feb, 7:30pm
Assembly Hall
Age Guidance: Under 14's must be accompanied by an adult 18+
James Phelan: The Man Who Was Magic
The award-winning magician, James Phelan presents a night of wonder, filled with joy, magic and the impossible becoming the possible. Don’t miss what
The Standard calls “An unforgettable evening we can’t stop talking about”.
100 Years Celebration of Laurel And Hardy
Presented by Neil Brand
Join composer Neil Brand as he shares his expert insight and knowledge on the legendary comedy duo. Featuring newly restored films, Neil will bring them to life with live piano improvisations and then offer a Q&A with the audience.
Jazz Night
Art Themen Quartet
Enjoy an exceptional night of live jazz led by renowned tenor saxophonist Art Themen, joined on stage by Neal Richardson (piano), Marianne Windham (double bass) and Alex Eberhard (drums).
KPOP Demon Hunta’z
LIVE
This high-energy, concert-style performance blends K-POP inspired dance, live audience interaction, and theatrical flair leaving every audience member feeling like a true Demon Hunter.
Sat 14 Feb, 7:30pm
Pavilion Theatre
Age Guidance: 12+
Sun 15 Feb, 2:30pm Pavilion Theatre
MUSIC
Wed 18 Feb, 7:30pm
Pavilion Atrium
MUSIC
Thu 19 Feb, 7pm
Assembly Hall
Celtic Illusion
Fusing the thunderous rhythm of Irish dance with mind-blowing magic, Celtic Illusion breaks boundaries by blending the traditional with the contemporary in this spellbinding show.
Legends of Vinyl
Celebrating their 50th Anniversary Tour, The Real Thing headline an unforgettable night of disco, soul and funk, featuring Odyssey and Lenny Zakatek (Gonzalez).
Hosted by Jon Jules (Mi-Soul Radio) and Miles Crawford, this is far more than just a concert, it’s a full-scale celebration of the golden era of dance music.
The Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines In Concert
Enjoy a dazzling afternoon of music by one of the finest military bands in the world. Featuring solos, marches, overtures, and film music, as well as our muchcelebrated Corps of Drums.
Blubber
Award-winning artist Katie Greenall’s new show takes audiences on a joyous journey of storytelling, ebbing and flowing to explore what placing kindness and care first can look like.
Fri 20 Feb, 7:30pm
Pavilion Theatre
Fri 20 Feb, 7pm
Assembly Hall
Age Guidance: Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult
Sun 22 Feb, 3pm
Assembly Hall
THEATRE
Tue 24 Feb, 7:30pm
Connaught Studio
Age Guidance: 16+
Women In The Lives of Great Artists: Vincent van Gogh
Van Gogh’s list of his lovers was a string of rejections and unfortunate outcomes which contributed to his disturbed outlook. Come and find out more about this artist and the women in his life.
Taylormania: Taylor Swift Eras - The Ultimate Tribute
This award-winning show promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see. Singer Katy Ellis performs all of Taylor’s muchloved hits accompanied by a live band and dancers.
Hundred Watt Club: An Evening of Burlesque and Cabaret
Roll Up! Roll Up! Hundred Watt Club, the longest running burlesque revue in the UK, comes to Worthing. Expect the unexpected, but gear up for a good old fashioned, very grown up evening of variety entertainment. Forget your troubles and come to the cabaret!
Sing It Back
This is the ultimate sing-a-long party!
Blending high-energy live music with an interactive karaoke twist, it’s time to Sing It Back and experience an unforgettable party atmosphere where YOU are the star.
Wed 25 Feb, 2pm
Richmond Room
Age Guidance: 16+
Thu 26 Feb, 7:30pm
Assembly Hall
Age Guidance: Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult 18 years+
Thu 26 Feb, 7:30pm
Pavilion Theatre
Age Guidance: Strictly 18+
MUSIC
Fri 27 Feb, 7:30pm
Pavilion Atrium
Age Guidance: Strictly 18+
The Big Jive All-Dayer
Presented by The Jive Aces
The lineup includes The Jive Aces plus British legends The Jets, rhythm & blues aficionado King Joe and the Atlantics, The Hi-Stakes featuring Sam Ghezzi and Lincolnshire’s finest vintage songstress Miss Charlotte Porter and the Hi-Rollers
A&E Comedy presents Game of Crones
Funny, feral, and gloriously unapologetic, Game of Crones is a riotous celebration of women in their prime... warriors who will not go gentle into bingo night. So sharpen your swords and fill your goblets—the dragons have returned!
Hello Again
The Neil Diamond Songbook
Using evocative imagery, video and narration to enhance the magic, this acclaimed production will take you on a musical journey through Neil Diamond’s glittering 50-year career.
Worthing Symphony Orchestra Women Of Note
A feast of music by a wide range of female composers on International Women’s Day, much of it drawing inspiration from the glorious landscapes of Southern England.
Conducted by John Gibbons with pianist Arta Arnicane and featuring music by Doreen Carwithen, Phyllis Tate, Morfydd Owen, Madeleine Dring and many more.
Sat 28 Feb, 1pm
Assembly Hall
Age Guidance: 16+
Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 18 years+
Thu 5 Mar, 7:30pm
Connaught Theatre
Age Guidance: 16+
MUSIC
Thu 5 Mar, 7:30pm
Assembly Hall
Sun 8 Mar, 2:45pm
Assembly Hall
The Shoop Shoop Show
The Cher Collection
The show spans every decade of Cher’s incredible career so be prepared to be dazzled by disco hits and pop-rock charttoppers. Led by international powerhouse vocalist Rachael Hawnt, the winner of ITV’s Starstruck.
The Sound of Springsteen
Experience the pure rock ‘n’ roll euphoria of Bruce Springsteen as this outstanding show brings his iconic sound to life, taking you on a musical journey through his incredible catalogue.
Carousel
Postcards From My Seaside Town
Blending film, audio and performance, this immersive experience brings to life the changing stories of seaside towns in Sussex and Kent from the unique perspective of learning disabled residents.
Shrek The Musical
This joyful and colourful musical leans into the humanity in all of us that celebrates our differences. Showing us a new kind of love, emphasising the importance of loving ourselves and one another.
Wed 11 Mar, 7:30pm
Pavilion Theatre
Fri 13 Mar, 7:30pm
Pavilion Theatre
Mon 16 – Thu 19 Mar, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 6pm, 7pm and 8pm Richmond Road
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. COMMUNITY
Wed 18 Mar, 6pm Thu 19 – Sat 21 Mar, 7:30pm with Sat matinee at 2:30pm
Pavilion Theatre
Age Guidance: 5+
Srishti - Nina Rajarani Dance Creations Presents Play Ball
A triple bill of classical Indian dance with live music from one of the UK’s leading choreographers Nina Rajarani MBE.
History of Rock
Relive the greatest years of rock, live on stage with a hand-picked setlist featuring a wide mix of classic rock giants. Think Queen, Fleetwood Mac, AC/DC, Metallica, Black Sabbath, and many more!
Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra Into The Blue
Debussy’s evocative seascape La Mer is performed for the first time ever by WPO. The orchestra also continues its cycle of the Sibelius symphonies with his Symphony No. 5.
Murder, She Didn’t Write
Don your deerstalker and grab your magnifying glass as this talented company uses audience suggestions to create a hilarious improvised murder mystery. All you have to do... is solve it!
Thu 19 Mar, 7:30pm
Connaught Theatre
Fri 20 Mar, 7:30pm
Assembly Hall
Sun 22 Mar, 3pm
Assembly Hall
THEATRE
Tue 24 Mar, 7:30pm
Connaught Theatre
Age Guidance: 12+ some strong language and sexual references.
Jason Fox Embrace the Chaos
Jason will share a series of never-toldbefore stories, his close brushes with enemy gunmen, terrorist bomb makers and cartel leaders, while revealing his strategies for surviving environments like the Arctic Circle and Afghan badlands.
Nigel Kenendy
Virtuoso violinist, Nigel returns for his first UK tour in over ten years. He will perform a mix of his own compositions plus various classical and jazz pieces on violin and piano. Accompanied on stage with musicians Alec Dankworth and Peter Adams.
Drag Bingo
Get ready for bingo with a twist as the fabulous Miss Demeanour hosts her infamous Drag Bingo – where the sequins sparkle, the heels are sky-high, and the laughter is utterly contagious. This isn’t just bingo – it’s a riot of camp comedy, live performance, and unapologetic fun.
Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club
The Ronnie Scott’s Story
Thu 26 Mar, 7:30pm
Assembly Hall
Age Guidance: 16+
Fri 27 Mar, 7:30pm
Assembly Hall
Sat 28 Mar, 8pm
Assembly Hall
Age Guidance: Strictly 18+
Direct from London’s world-famous jazz club and combining world-class live jazz, narration, rare archive photos, and video footage, The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars take to the stage to celebrate the club’s incredible history. MUSIC
Sun 29 Mar, 7:30pm
Pavilion Theatre
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We are grateful to the individuals, organisations, trusts and foundations who support our work:
Major supporter: Sponsors:
Public Funders, Trusts and Foundations: Arts Council England, Association for Roman Archaeology (ARA), Chalk Cliff Trust, Headley Trust, Hobson Charity, Museum Development South East, The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Roman Research Trust, South Downs National Park Authority, South Downs National Park Trust, West Sussex County Council
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