What’s HOT at the White Rock

HOT’s Paul Way-Rider takes a look at some of the shows coming up in November at the White Rock Theatre.

Rocky Horror Show Thu 10 – Sat 12 November.
(Some showings almost sold out!)

Ready to thrill you with fun and naughty moments, Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show comes to Hastings this week as part of a sell-out worldwide tour, having been seen by over 30m theatre-goers.

The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids – Brad and his fiancée Janet. By a twist of fate, their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion where they meet the charismatic Dr Frank’n’Furter. It is an adventure they’ll never forget, filled with fun, frolics, frocks, and frivolity.

Directed by Christopher Luscombe and featuring timeless classics, including Sweet Transvestite, Damn it Janet, and of course, the pelvic-thrusting Time Warp.
More info and tickets

“Still the sexiest and funniest show in town.” – Evening Standard.

“Fresh, subversive, essential.” ★★★★★ – Daily Telegraph.

 

Hastings Gang Show Thu 17 – Sat 19 November

Whether it’s a trip to the theatre with your Scout or Guide group, a fun night out with the family, or a social event with your friends, this promises to be a jam-packed show of entertainment.

A Gang Show is a theatrical variety show, performed by members of Scouts and Guides. The shows are produced to provide members with an opportunity to experience life on the stage, as well as contributing to the artistic and cultural growth of their local community.

Join us for a jam-packed show for all the family to enjoy. Guaranteed to have your toes tapping, voices singing, and bellies aching! More info and tickets

 

An Orchestral Tribute to Hans Zimmer and John Williams by Moonlight
Fri 25 November

An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer and John Williams’ music with a live chamber orchestra in a moonlit setting.

Cinema’s most magical music performed by the London Film Music Chamber Orchestra under the light of a giant moon! Including the music from: E.T., Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, Artificial Intelligence, A Prayer for Peace, Pearl Harbour, Gladiator, Inception, Sayuri’s Theme, The Dark Knight, Batman V Superman, Man of Steel and Pirates of the Caribbean. Be quick, very few tickets remain! More info and tickets

 

Joanne Shaw Taylor Sat 26 November

Join Number 1 Billboard Blues Artist Joanne Shaw Taylor and her amazing band as they perform songs from her highly acclaimed new release, The Blues Album, along with fan favourites from the past. Taylor has become one of the hottest live acts on the modern blues scene, and soon you’ll see why. More info and tickets

 

Habib Koité with his band Bamada. Sat 26 November, Sussex Studio

Afrikaba presents one of West Africa’s most beloved musicians, Habib Koité, with Bamada, Sura Susso and Jally Kebba Susso.

Habib Koité is arguably Mali’s greatest guitarist. He has performed in concerts all around the world in a career spanning four decades, and gained international recognition. His enduring fascination with Mali’s rich musical traditions and instrumentation has been central to his continued success. Traditional sounds and instrumentation permeate his latest album Kharifa, recorded in Bamako in 2019 with guest artists that included Toumani Diabaté. More info and tickets

 

Think Floyd Sun 27 November

This extraordinary band, dubbed the Definitive Pink Floyd Experience, are renowned for their stunning celebration of the music of one of the world’s greatest musical phenomena. The brand new show for 2022 will feature the whole range of classic Pink Floyd, from The Dark Side of the Moon, to Wish You Were Here, The Wall, Meddle, and much more.

Think Floyd pride themselves in faithfully recreating Pink Floyd’s timeless music, backed by their dedicated team of sound and lighting engineers. This exciting production will recreate all the atmosphere, visual magnitude, and musical excellence of Pink Floyd live on stage. More info and tickets

“Brilliant! Better than we are.” – Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason, in an interview on LBC

 

The Drifters Tue 29 November

The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits, including Saturday Night at the Movies, You’re More Than A Number, Come on Over to My Place, Under the Boardwalk, Kissin’ In The Back Row and many more!

The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock and Roll  Hall of Fame, have performed for the President of the United States and been listed among the greatest artists of all time by Rolling Stone magazine.
More info and tickets

 

Bye Bye Baby Thu 1 December

Bye Bye Baby is a tribute to the musical Jersey Boys and the timeless, iconic music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Get ready for the festive season with one of the UK’s best tribute shows, complete with energetic and stylish choreography!

Bye Bye Baby is a show that will make it a night to remember, and includes Christmas classics like Let It Snow, Silent Night, White Christmas, O Holy Night, The Christmas Song, Have Yourself A Merry Christmas, plus Valli’s hits including Sherry, December ’63 (Oh What A Night), Grease, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Beggin’, Working My Way Back To You, and many more. More info and tickets

 

Sleeping Beauty: A Crown Ballet presentation
Fri 2 December

Sleeping Beauty is the classic story of love and innocence, mystery and magic set to Tchaikovsky’s sublime score. After a very long break we are proud to present to you the UK premiere of this ballet company from Moldova.

Stunning choreography, sumptuous costumes and wonderful sets form the fantasy world in which the Lilac Fairy struggles against the evil Carabosse. There are no scores more successful in supporting the full range of ballet than those by Tchaikovsky. Highlights include the famous Rose Adagio when Princess Aurora is introduced to four princes. More info and tickets

 

A Night at the Darts Sat 3 December

All the action, drama, thrills and fun of top-class darts comes to Hastings White Rock next month. Featuring a lineup to satisfy the most avid pro darts fans!

*PDC Darts World Cup Champion 2022 Simon Whitlock, ‘Dutch Destroyer’ Vincent van der Voort, World Grand Prix finalist Dirk van Duijvenbode, former world youth champion Luke Humphries and darts legend ‘The King of Bling’ Bobby George.

A full range of ticket packages, including Platinum which features best-table seating, exclusive players reception, signed board by all the players, photo-opportunity and more. More info and tickets

*Line up subject to change

 

Beauty and The Beast Thu 15 – Sat 31 December.

Hastings ‘BEAST’ of a Family Pantomime is back this Christmas!

Follow the link for more details, times and tickets

 

 

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