Tickets now on sale - latest shows announced for the Floral Pavilion
Shows featuring music from across the decades are among the latest productions announced for New Brighton’s Floral Pavilion, along with ‘Britain’s best-loved wordsmith’ and a Bafta-award winning children’s show completing the line-up.
The CBeebies Children’s TV Show In the Night Garden Live returns to the stage in 2025 for a major UK theatre tour celebrating its 16th birthday.
Take a spectacular journey into the magical world of Bafta-winning In the Night Garden and experience the UK’s favourite family show with all the enchanting characters magically brought to life on stage, the perfect musical theatre experience for the entire family.
Children’s favourite CBeebies stars–Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends–are all brought beautifully to life in a specially written story - Igglepiggle’s Busy Day - using full-size characters and magical puppets with enchanting music and dancing.
The show is at the Floral Pavilion on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th August. Tickets are available now from the theatre at: In the Night Garden Live! - Floral Pavilion
Also just announced for the Floral Pavilion is Susie Dent – Word Perfect - a brand-new tour of the joys of the English language with Britain’s best-loved wordsmith.
Following on from her hit show ‘The Secret Life of Words’, Susie Dent is back with a brand-new collection of facts and stories from the wonderful world of words. Have you ever wondered whether there’s a word for going to the fridge for the umpteenth time in search of something new? Or puzzled over the reason why a group of crows is called a ‘murder’, while owls form a ‘parliament’? Is teen slang actually designed to make us tear our hair out? And just how many words do we need for being drunk?
With the help of funny, insightful, and head-scratching examples, Susie will entertain and educate us with her pick of language’s greatest hits. Word Perfect will remind us just how unpredictable, wayward, and utterly magical our mother tongue can be.
Susie Dent – Word Perfect is at the Floral Pavilion on Tuesday 26 August, with tickets available from Susie Dent – Word Perfect - Floral Pavilion
And from Seal to Frankie Goes to Hollywood, from ABC to Yes, from Grace Jones to Belle and Sebastian, and from Robbie Williams to Pet Shop Boys, one man has been at the heart of some of Britain’s most important pop music of the past 50 years: Trevor Horn.
Adventures In Modern Recording – An Intimate Evening with Trevor Horn is at the Floral Pavilion on Wednesday 29 October.
The super producer has been described as ‘the man who invented the eighties’ and he was also responsible for the sound of such bands as Dollar, Malcolm McLaren, t.A.T.u. and countless more, including Hans Zimmer, Marc Almond, Tori Amos, Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins, Tina Turner, Art of Noise, Rod Stewart, and LeAnn Rimes.
After achieving a number one hit with his band, The Buggles, with Video Killed The Radio Star, Horn became a member of Yes before becoming the most important hit-maker of the 1980s – and beyond. Awards followed – there were four Brits, a 1995 Grammy for Seal’s Kiss From A Rose, a 2010 Ivor Novello for his Outstanding Contribution to British Music, and a CBE.
Following the publication of his best-selling memoir, Adventures In Modern Recording: From ABC to ZTT, Horn is visiting a select handful of theatres to talk about his exploits as a bona fide legend of pop.
Tickets for this unique chance to find out more about super producer are on sale now from Trevor Horn - Floral Pavilion
While on Monday 28 April The Floral Pavilion welcomes That’ll Be The Day – 40th Year Anniversary Tour. Don't miss this unforgettable performance and a chance to experience a unique blend of rock‘n’roll, pop, and comedy, featuring timeless hits from the 50s through to the 80s.
Join us to celebrate this milestone as we enjoy four decades of entertainment, showcasing the energy, passion, and talent that has made this the UK’s longest-running touring theatre show. Tickets are on sale now from That'll Be The Day 2025 - Floral Pavilion
This summer will see local talented dancers to the Floral Pavilion stage when Irby Dance Studio Presents 'Twelve Months of Movement' on Saturday 12 July.
Come along and enjoy a fantastic performance by Irby dance studio's talented pupils from age three up to adults. Dancing through the year, they celebrate the beauty of each season and the joy of significant dates. From the fresh blooms of spring to the festive cheer of winter, their performance brings the calendar to life through movement.
Tickets are on sale from Irby Dance Studio-Twelve Months of Movement - Floral Pavilion
Introducing Hello Again, The Neil Diamond Songbook, a celebration of the life and work of one of the best-selling singer-songwriters of all-time, Neil Diamond comes to the Floral Pavilion on Tuesday 23 September.
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.
With reviews from leading regional press titles that say “Close your eyes and you could be in the presence of one Neil Leslie Diamond…”, this show has the all the right ingredients to hold the title of ‘The World’s Greatest Celebration of the Life and Work of Neil Diamond’.
In this exciting live show you’ll be transported from the Bang Years to the present day and soon be singing along to all the hits including Sweet Caroline, Cracklin’ Rosie, Forever in Blue Jeans, Song Sung Blue, Hello Again, Love on the Rocks, America and many more. Tickets are on sale here: Hello Again - Floral Pavilion
Get ready for an electrifying night of music with Too Much Too Young™ – The Music of 2Tone & Beyond, the high-octane, two-hour theatre experience that takes you on an unforgettable ride through the ska sound that shaped a generation at the Floral Pavilion on Thursday 30 October.
This feel-good journey explores the birth of ska in Jamaica and follows its explosive political and musical history through to the British revival in the late ’70s and ’80s, celebrating the ground-breaking music and the legendary artists who made it a global phenomenon.
Described by the press as “A must-see for any ska fan”, the show has earnt 5-Star reviews from fans and critics alike. Featuring a powerhouse 9-piece live band, including original touring and recording members from iconic chart-topping ska groups , the production is a feast for the senses with stunning digital video displays, authentic instruments, clothing, vibrant set, and a dynamic cast that brings the spirit of the era to life.
Prepare to be transported back in time with hits from the likes of Madness, The Specials, The Beat, Bad Manners, The Selecter, The Bodysnatchers, and more! Whether you’re a long time fan or discovering the magic of ska for the first time, this nostalgic trip to the ’70s and ’80s will have you dancing in the aisles!
Tickets are on sale now: Too Much Too Young - Floral Pavilion
