PRIORITY BOOKING MON 20 JAN – SUN 2 FEB
PUBLIC BOOKING FROM MON 3 FEB
‘An extraordinary theatre experience where history and entertainment come alive under the stars.’
(Audience Member, May 2024)
The first of our 2025 shows are on sale – take a look at the performance page for further details. It’s filled with your favourite’s, as well as some new shows we know you will love.
FRIENDS have priority booking until Sun 2 Feb so now is the time to join our festival family, pick your favourite seats and take advantage of discounted tickets.
The perfect gift of theatre, and a trip to your favourite Castle, in sunnier times. We believe here’s nothing better to look forward to, and if you can’t choose between our shows, gift vouchers are the perfect solution.
We can’t wait to be back in our stunning theatre, re-built in 2024.
Opening on Sat 12 APRIL with ABBA ARRIVAL, for our extended 2025 season of performances.
Please note the changes to our season dates. This is because we are not playing at Hever Castle during late July or August (though we are playing at other local venues, as listed on our event page). The Anne Boleyn Musical will be playing at Hever Castle during this time. This is a www.historalia.co.uk (not a Festival Theatre) production so please look them up on their website if you wish to. We will be back at Hever Castle from September onwards, starting off with the Last Night of the Proms on Sat 13 Sept and closing with our popular Christmas events in December (full details to be announced shortly).
Our re-built theatre has…
Has one continuous roof, every seat is undercover. The roof section over the auditorium is transparent so you will be able to enjoy the sun or stars above, as you watch The Stars on stage!
We can close our walls. Great for our events in the autumn. The walls are clear so you will still feel you are in the beautiful garden just with protection from the weather.
What’s On
FEEDBACK FROM THE OPENING PERFORMANCE IN OUR NEW THEATRE
‘A very special place.’
‘A theatre to escape to in a magical setting.’
‘Such a beautiful place, totally transporting and good for the soul.’
‘A unique experience you will remember for ever.’
‘Being at the theatre was like being on holiday.’
‘It’s just a perfect place… breathtaking.’
‘Who needs to go to London, when you have this gem on your doorstep?’
‘The gardens as we walked to the Theatre were absolutely beautiful.’
‘Lovely to sit under the new roof and not have to be concerned about the weather. It was warmer too.’
‘Stars on stage and through roof!’
‘Everything felt easy. The hot chocolate with Baileys from the bar was genius…’
‘The acoustics were very good.’
‘Plenty of leg room with comfortable seating. Excellent view. Volume just right.’
‘Love your staff right across the theatre… Always courteous, friendly and helpful.’
‘I love being a part of it.’
JOIN OUR FESTIVAL FRIENDS
Did you know that Festival Friends can book an UNLIMITED number of tickets at the discounted rate, and with Silver and Gold membership can arrive earlier on the day of the performance?
Our new membership levels are designed to heighten your festival experience with priority booking and discounted tickets , all to entice you to join and support us. We might be the longest-running open-air festival in the South-East but we like to count our age by our Friends, not by our years.
Explore the benefits of being a Festival Friend and view our membership options by clicking the button below
FESTIVAL GIFT VOUCHERS
Festival Gift vouchers are available to purchase all year round. They cost between £5- £60 and can be redeemed online or by phone against any festival performance.
Vouchers will be sent to you by email so you can print them off or pass them on by email.
Give the greenest of presents with the gift of excellent entertainment and barmy summer nights!