Community
22 Aug 2024
The Kings Theatre is looking forward to welcoming the local community on Sunday 8th September as part of the National Heritage Open day Programme. They are taking this opportunity to offer a consultation on the plans to regenerate the three derelict shops along the Albert Road that adjoin the theatre. Major stakeholders, including Portsmouth […]
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21 Aug 2024
We are excited to announce that audition applications for our Juvenile Cast for this year’s Pompey Panto, Dick Whittington, are now open! The Dick Whittington auditions will take place on Sunday 15th September 2024. For more information and to apply, please go to our Castings page on our website by clicking here. The Closing date for applications […]
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09 Aug 2024
The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to The Kings Theatre following its previous sold out run! Winner of over 35 international awards including the Tony Award for Best Original Score and Best Costume Design, double winner of the Whatsonstage Award for Best West End Show and a Gold-Disk […]
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08 Aug 2024
On Sunday, September 8th, we’re holding the Kings Theatre’s open day. It’s a chance to delve into our redevelopment plans and explore the building. You can choose between a free History or Tech tour, view exhibits, and enjoy stage performances. On Sunday, September 8th, we’re holding the Kings Theatre’s open day. It’s a chance to […]
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22 Jul 2024
Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical comes to The Kings Theatre Portsmouth January 2025 Following a successful UK, Ireland and International the Award-winning Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical, featuring Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf’s greatest hits, comes to The Kings Theatre Portsmouth, with performances from 14th – 18th January 2025. Inspired by […]
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12 Jul 2024
The Kings Theatre are delighted to announce that Britain’s Got Talent winner George Sampson is to play the title role of Dick Whittington in this year’s Pompey Panto. George has an impressive performance career, from starring in Waterloo Road and Emmerdale to leading roles in West End shows and International tours, as well as winning […]
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28 Jun 2024
Here are the latest cast members to be named for this year’s Pompey Panto! Julia Worsley played the role of Queen Rat in Dick Whittington back in 2020 but is delighted to be trading in her rat’s tail for a sparkly tiara and a magic wand to play Fairy Bow-Bells. Another familiar face is Jacob Bailey who played Pirate Trev in Hook! and […]
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13 Feb 2024
The Kings Theatre is delighted to announce the appointment of Richard Pearce as CEO. Richard is looking forward to building on the incredible success that former CEO Paul Woolf has achieved during his 6 year tenure. Paul will now focus his attention on the long awaited regeneration of the theatre, as well as continuing to […]
Community
15 Dec 2023
The Kings Theatre Arts Academy is excited to be launching a Show choir called Resonate and are looking for local performers interested in joining. Whether you have had professional training or have had experience in choirs before, KTAA are encouraging people from all backgrounds to come along and audition. The show choir will showcase some […]
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13 Mar 2023
On Saturday 18 March Chitty Chitty Bang Bang will pay a flying visit to the city of Portsmouth. The Kings Theatre is proudly presenting a community production of the show (Tue 11 – Sun 16 April) and to celebrate we have arranged for the car to visit some of Portsmouth’s iconic landmarks. The car and its […]