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Welcome to
Marlborough Theatre
The Marlborough Theatre is a unique venue in the heart of Brighton, a beautiful miniature proscenium arch stage complete with velvet curtains. The theatre is buzzing year round with theatre, comedy, music, workshops and literature events, we specialise in the weird, wonderful and unexpected. The theatre is also available for hire.
The Marlborough is also the home of Pink Fringe, producers of Queer and LGBT performance events year round. Visit www.pinkfringe.org.uk for details of upcoming events.
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Recent News
Thursday 25th of April 2013
Brighton Prepares For Biggest Ever Fringe Festival
Brighton Fringe is England's largest arts festival. This year will see almost 700 events packed into one month, from Cabaret to Workshops, all taking place from 4 May - 2 June.
Wednesday 24th of April 2013
Sam's of Brighton to Host 'Spiegel Supper Club'
Sam's of Brighton Spiegel Supper Club will be in business every night throughout Brighton Festival Fringe*, transforming the Spiegel Garden's bar tent into a gorgeous restaurant where you can enjoy a 4 course pre-show dinner. Feast on Warm Crab and Chilli Tartlets and Roast Rump of South Downs Lamb, followed by glorious English Strawberry Trifle.
Friday 19th of April 2013
Bar Work Opportunites at Brighton Fringe's Most Iconic Venue.
Drink in Brighton will be running the bars at The Spiegeltent for the Fringe Festival from 1st May to 3rd June 2013. The Spiegeltent is returning to its rightful place on Steine Gardens during this year’s Festival Fringe, for the first time in many years. A European mirror tent, the Spiegeltent is the ultimate cabaret and music salon.
Friday 22nd of March 2013
More Artists Added to the Great Escape 2013 Line-Up
Spread over 30 venues during May 16th-18th, it’s now less than two months until The Great Escape takes over Brighton. Now in its eighth year, Europe’s answer to SXSW today announces the latest helping of the best emerging talent from across the world, adding over 50 artists to an outstanding line-up that has already left music fans reeling.
Wednesday 29th of August 2012
Brighton Pride Hot Spots
For a while there, it looked like Pride had bid farewell to Brighton but luckily some rather nice people stepped in and saved the day! Hurrah! So, if you fancy celebrating with us this weekend here’s a few hot spots on the day. From pre-Pride breakfasts, to live act the Lip Sinkers or late night shenanigans with GAY BEAUTIFUL at Sticky Mike’s, we’ve got a host of festival fun to be had.
Thursday 28th of June 2012
Birra Moretti Brings Italian Aperitivo to Brighton
Throughout July and August pubs across the city will be embracing the Italian idea of aperitivo. It is quite usual for Italians to stop off on the way home from work to have a drink and a small bite to eat, in advance of dinner at home.
Wednesday 27th of June 2012
British Pubs Need You!
Every year, the beer tax escalator increases the tax on beer by 2% above the rate of inflation, thus adding considerably more pressure on the British pub, the cornerstone of many of our communities. Removing the beer duty escalator at the next budget will help keep beer more affordable and go a long way to supporting the institution that is – the great British pub.
Wednesday 14th of March 2012
Max Miller Brought Back To Life at The Marlborough Theatre
Set in his hometown, ‘The Cheeky Chappie’ tells the story of Miller’s juxtaposed working and personal life, forming a run of shows at The Marlborough Theatre.
Saturday 4th of February 2012
Pink Fringe Announces Culture Shock
Culture Shock is a season of arts events presented by Pink Fringe at The Marlborough Theatre and The Nightingale in Brighton. The programme will showcase performances by Queer and LGBT artists throughout March and April.
Tuesday 8th of November 2011
Cajun Thunder Shots Arrive in Brighton
Southern Comfort has got an exciting, new shot guaranteed to get you a little hot under the collar and we’re offering you a free one at Drink In Brighton venues!
Tuesday 2nd of August 2011
Parade! Protest! Perform!
Brighton Pride is nearly upon us and The Nightingale and Pink Fringe have joined forces to present a first of its kind event... Glitter, a whistle, a rainbow flag - what does our Pride Parade mean? A banner, a placard, a loudspeaker - what is there left to protest about?
Monday 25th of July 2011
Big Chill Competition ... And the Winner is....
Thanks to all of you who entered our competition last week- we were truly stunned by the number of entrants! We are delighted to announce that the winner of a pair of VIP passes to this year's Big Chill Festival is.... Leon Cole!
Monday 18th of April 2011
Board the 'Hendrick's Horseless Carriage of Curiosities' for Brighton Festival Fringe 2011!
Drink In Brighton boards the 'Hendrick's Horseless Carriage of Curiosities' for Brighton Festival Fringe 2011!
Saturday 26th of March 2011
Pink Fringe is Back
Five brand new pieces of work that have developed in Brighton, at the Marlborough Theatre.
Saturday 26th of March 2011
The Marlborough Theatre presents its jam packed Brighton Festival Fringe Programme 2011
24 shows and 74 performances taking place on the little stage in the heart of Brighton.
Wednesday 12th of January 2011
Fringe Festival at the Marlborough Theatre
The Marlborough Theatre are still accepting proposals for the Fringe Festival Programme 2011.
Wednesday 12th of January 2011
Drag King pays homage to late brothers love of Dusty Springfield at the Marlborough Theatre
New York performance artist, Diane Torr brings her unique performance style to the Marlborough Theatre with Donald Does Dusty from Friday 11th – Sat 12th February.
Wednesday 5th of January 2011
Pink Fringe marks LGBT History month with Lip Schtick a series of inspiring performance events at the Marlborough Theatre
Following the success of its premiere season as part of Brighton Festival Fringe 2010 and the Marlborough Lights event for White Night 2010, Pink Fringe are marking LGBT History Month, February 2011, with Lip Schtick a series of inspiring performance events.
Tuesday 2nd of November 2010
Movember Madness...
Movember (the month formerly known as November) is a moustache growing charity event held during November each year that raises funds and awareness for men's health. As a key local supporter of the cause, Drink in Brighton is looking for your help in making this year’s campaign bigger and better than ever.
Thursday 30th of September 2010
Brighton Best - Our Brand New Ale arrives on October 14th
In these troubled financial times, one of the few success stories we've seen in the drinks trade has been real ale. No longer the sole preserve of tankard weilding, beard wearing 'enthusiasts', real ale now finds iteslf at the forefront of a national trend toward supporting small businesses, buying local produce and consuming organic ingredients.
Marlborough Theatre
Using The Venue
The Marlborough is available for hire on a proposal basis, we are open to all ideas so send us as much information as possible about your event to info@marlboroughtheatre.org.uk. In the past, the theatre has been used for plays, installations, comedy nights, music gigs, readings, classes and workshops.
The theatre has a maximum seated capacity of 60 theatre style and 80 standing.
For normal theatre performances (75 min max length, no interval) we charge a hire fee of £110 per night, this gives you access to the venue from 2pm on the day of your performance. If your performance is taking place over multiple nights (e.g. week long run) we can offer a reduced rate.
For this fee, we advertise your event on the Marlborough Theatre website, Facebook and Twitter, provide a front of house/box office service during the evening and are able to sell tickets online in advance.
Artists/Companies keep 100% of box office income.
The Marlborough Theatre is available for rehearsals at negotiable rates please contact us for details.
We are also available for Private Parties please contact us for details.
There is an additional charge for technical support.
Click Here The Marlborough Theatre's Technical Specification
Download the Stage Plan of The Marlborough Theatre
Click Here for The Marlborough Theatre Booking Form
(This form covers most performances events, if you have more specialised needs please get in touch)
Email: info@marlboroughtheatre.org.uk
Volunteer
The Marlborough Theatre is always looking for enthusiastic and responsible people to join our friendly team.
We always need assistance with tasks such as Box Office and Front of House Support, Press and Marketing Support, Production and Technical Support. In return you will be able to see shows at The Marlborough Theatre for free on shifts/days that you are volunteering and at a discounted rate at other times, subject to availability.
If you are interested in a longer term volunteer placement, then please get in touch with details of the kind of experience you are looking for.
If you would like to volunteer please email info@marlboroughtheatre.org.uk with 'VOLUNTEER' in the subject line.