‘An extraordinary theatre experience where history and entertainment come alive under the stars.’
(Audience Member, May 2024)
Box Office opens to Friends, Castle and Golf Members and Groups
The 2025 Festival Opening Night
CHRISTMAS with The FESTIVAL THEATRE at HEVER CASTLE
‘A truly magical festive celebration.’ HC
This holiday season, the Festival Theatre will host special Christmas performances indoors in the Hever Castle Guthrie Pavilion Restaurant.
Featuring stunning artists, Christmas songs, festive dinners and exclusive access to Hever Castle’s Twilight Christmas experience on two of the evenings (5 and 6 Dec). This is a truly immersive and nostalgic celebration for all.
Dinner and the shows are taking place in the warmth of the beautifully decorated Guthrie Pavilion.
Our unforgettable Christmas celebration begins as you are greeted at the door with a welcome drink whilst you are seated with old friends or new, on tables of up to 8. Christmas dinner will be served before the first half of the concert and pudding will be served in the interval before the second half.
BOOK NOW, WITH NO BOOKING FEE FOR ALL OUR CHRISTMAS SHOWS.
Groups of 8 or more receive an additional 10% discount – THAT’S A SAVING OF 17% ON ALL TICKETS!!
Christmas made spectacular with The Festival Theatre at Hever Castle.
Our stunning 2024 new theatre has been a pleasure to work in. Currently out of commission for the winter, we can’t wait to be back in there next Easter for the first of our 2025 season performances.
Our new 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 stars above, as you watch The Stars on stage!
- We can close our walls. Great for our events in September and October. The walls are clear so you will still feel you are in the beautiful garden just with protection from the weather.
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?
Do read through the new membership levels here. 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.
By becoming a Festival Friend you will be supporting our work and the longevity of the theatre. Full details available here.
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.
The greenest of presents and the gift of excellent entertainment and barmy summer nights!