Shanklin Theatre

Get All Shook Up this Saturday night! Lee Memphis King stars in One Night of Elvis... for one night only. It's now or never!

The Island Savoyards proudly present My Fair Lady
Based on the George Bernard Shaw play Pygmalion, the classic musical, My Fair Lady, is written by Alan Jay Lerner with music by Frederick Loewe.
... Hailed by critics for its heart and wit, the story follows Eliza Doolittle, a cockney flower girl who takes speech lessons from Professor Henry Higgins. Higgins wagers with his linguistics colleague Colonel Pickering, that he can transform Eliza into a lady and teach her to speak ‘properly’ in just six months. Through this transformation process, Eliza bewitches a young Freddy Einsford-Hill into falling in love with her, convinces a supposed linguistics expert she is royalty and forges a deep connection with both Pickering and Higgins.
However, she finds herself in a difficult position, now too refined to go back to her old life and not with any means or desire to live life as a lady of leisure. After Higgins’ failure to acknowledge Eliza’s role in her own transformation, she leaves his home and only then does he realise how deeply he cares for her.
The Island Savoyards present My Fair Lady with a live orchestra, professionally-designed costumes and a custom-built set. Early booking is advisable.
My Fair Lady Sunday 21st April at 2.30pm Tickets £17, children £15 Box Office 01983 868000 www.shanklintheatre.com
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The Island Savoyards proudly present My Fair Lady
Based on the George Bernard Shaw play Pygmalion, the classic musical, My Fair Lady, is written by Alan Jay Lerner with music by Frederick Loewe.
... Hailed by critics for its heart and wit, the story follows Eliza Doolittle, a cockney flower girl who takes speech lessons from Professor Henry Higgins. Higgins wagers with his linguistics colleague Colonel Pickering, that he can transform Eliza into a lady and teach her to speak ‘properly’ in just six months. Through this transformation process, Eliza bewitches a young Freddy Einsford-Hill into falling in love with her, convinces a supposed linguistics expert she is royalty and forges a deep connection with both Pickering and Higgins.
However, she finds herself in a difficult position, now too refined to go back to her old life and not with any means or desire to live life as a lady of leisure. After Higgins’ failure to acknowledge Eliza’s role in her own transformation, she leaves his home and only then does he realise how deeply he cares for her.
The Island Savoyards present My Fair Lady with a live orchestra, professionally-designed costumes and a custom-built set. Early booking is advisable.
My Fair Lady Saturday 20th April at 2.30pm Tickets £17, children £15 Box Office 01983 868000 www.shanklintheatre.com
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The Island Savoyards proudly present My Fair Lady
Based on the George Bernard Shaw play Pygmalion, the classic musical, My Fair Lady, is written by Alan Jay Lerner with music by Frederick Loewe.
... Hailed by critics for its heart and wit, the story follows Eliza Doolittle, a cockney flower girl who takes speech lessons from Professor Henry Higgins. Higgins wagers with his linguistics colleague Colonel Pickering, that he can transform Eliza into a lady and teach her to speak ‘properly’ in just six months. Through this transformation process, Eliza bewitches a young Freddy Einsford-Hill into falling in love with her, convinces a supposed linguistics expert she is royalty and forges a deep connection with both Pickering and Higgins.
However, she finds herself in a difficult position, now too refined to go back to her old life and not with any means or desire to live life as a lady of leisure. After Higgins’ failure to acknowledge Eliza’s role in her own transformation, she leaves his home and only then does he realise how deeply he cares for her.
The Island Savoyards present My Fair Lady with a live orchestra, professionally-designed costumes and a custom-built set. Early booking is advisable.
My Fair Lady Friday 19th April at 7.30pm Tickets £17, children £15 Box Office 01983 868000 www.shanklintheatre.com
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The Island Savoyards proudly present My Fair Lady
Based on the George Bernard Shaw play Pygmalion, the classic musical, My Fair Lady, is written by Alan Jay Lerner with music by Frederick Loewe.
... Hailed by critics for its heart and wit, the story follows Eliza Doolittle, a cockney flower girl who takes speech lessons from Professor Henry Higgins. Higgins wagers with his linguistics colleague Colonel Pickering, that he can transform Eliza into a lady and teach her to speak ‘properly’ in just six months. Through this transformation process, Eliza bewitches a young Freddy Einsford-Hill into falling in love with her, convinces a supposed linguistics expert she is royalty and forges a deep connection with both Pickering and Higgins.
However, she finds herself in a difficult position, now too refined to go back to her old life and not with any means or desire to live life as a lady of leisure. After Higgins’ failure to acknowledge Eliza’s role in her own transformation, she leaves his home and only then does he realise how deeply he cares for her.
The Island Savoyards present My Fair Lady with a live orchestra, professionally-designed costumes and a custom-built set. Early booking is advisable.
My Fair Lady Thursday 18th April at 7.30pm Tickets £17, children £15 Box Office 01983 868000 www.shanklintheatre.com
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First Act present Monster Mash Up
Monday 8th April at 6.30pm Tickets £5 adults; £3 children Box Office 01983 868000... www.shanklintheatre.com
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First Act present Monster Mash Up
Tuesday 9th April at 6.30pm Tickets £5 adults; £3 children Box Office 01983 868000... www.shanklintheatre.com
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The world’s No.1 tribute to Coldplay returns in 2019 for another outstanding show celebrating the music of arguably the world’s biggest band.
Large video screen projection, lasers and confetti recreate the spectacle of Coldplay’s record breaking “A Head Full of Dreams” tour; with frontman Shane Crofts’ uncanny resemblance to Chris Martin taking centre stage.
Featuring hits from Coldplay’s entire back catalogue including: Yellow, Paradise, Viva La Vida, A Sky Full of Stars and... many more this is an evening not to be missed.
Coldplace - Tribute to Coldplay Friday 12th April at 7.30pm Tickets £22.50; concessions £20 (including FOST - not available online) Box Office 01983 868000 www.shanklintheatre.com
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* Special Valentine's Day two for one offer *
Buy ONE ticket for Quadrophenia Live! for your loved one and get one for yourself FREE!
But will your beloved guess WHO it’s from?
... Released over 40 years ago in October 1973, The Who’s Quadrophenia was Pete Townshend’s homage to a pivotal moment in British youth culture.
Backed with exciting, and sometimes heart-wrenching, large-screen projection of archival footage, the emotions, tension and raw power that the music demands is delivered masterfully by the fabulous, charismatic band, The Goldhawks, with amazing replication of The Who’s sound and stunning live performance.
To send you home on an even bigger high there are a few all-time classic Who hits to close the show!
Phone or visit the Box Office between 10am and 3pm on February 14th to take advantage of this Valentine's Day offer.
Quadrophenia The Album Live! Saturday 31st August at 7.30pm Tickets £22 Box Office 01983 868000 www.shanklintheatre.com
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Come and join the greatest party in town as Forever In Blue Jeans celebrates 22 happy and successful years “On The Road”.
A perfect feast of entertainment starring Carole Gordon with terrific singers, dancers and musicians playing the best in Country Music and Rock ‘n’ Roll . This big hearted show performs songs from Patsy Cline, Elvis Presley, Billy Ray Cyrus, The Mavericks, Tammy Wynette, The Carpenters & Carol King to hits from the great Western Musicals such as Oklahoma a...nd Paint Your Wagon plus many more .
The terrific “Red Hot Blue Jeans Band” perform stunning instrumentals and the show ends with everyone invited to the party for the Grand Finale of the Neil Diamond hit Forever In Blue Jeans .
Bring the whole family and come and enjoy the liveliest and happiest show of them all FOREVER IN BLUE JEANS where
THE STAR OF THE SHOW IS THE SHOW ITSELF
www.shanklintheatre.com
11th May & 20th July 2019.
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La Voix
Star of Ab Fab The Movie and Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist, larger than life La Voix dazzles audiences with her incredible voice, natural wit and hilarious impersonations. From celebrities to The Royal Family, her glamorous performances have taken her around the world.
La Voix and her band bring you bewitching renditions of jazz, musical theatre and pop classics that are scarily accurate impressions of her female icons - from Cher to Tina Turner, Shirley Bassey t...o Liza Minelli - no diva is spared.
A feast for the senses, this evening of frills, frocks and fun is one not to be missed!
‘A Born Entertainer!’ - David Walliams
‘Better than Bassey, Camp my dear’ - Sir Ian McKellen
‘Love the attitude’ – Simon Cowell
‘I approve!’ – Dame Edna Everage
‘ La Voix is what Britain needs’ – Amanda Holden
‘Hilarious, what a night!’ – Clare Sweeney
La Voix Saturday 18th May at 7.30pm Tickets £23; concessions £21 (including FOST not available online) Box Office 01983 868000 www.shanklintheatre.com
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There's just one week to go until the curtain rises on the first show of 2019. Next Sunday at 6.30pm the students from Spotlight Stage Schools present a special show called Diva. There are some tickets left so check www.shanklintheatre.com for availability. Tickets £7 adults; £5 children.

Long before the end of a live show and the frequent standing ovations that accompany it, there comes a point where Elkie does something so amazing that it leaves her audience almost spellbound. It could be a particularly emotional rendition of one of her ballads, a powerhouse blues vocal or one of her trademark impossibly long notes that leaves the audience mesmerised.
Elkie will be performing her biggest hits including “Pearl’s A Singer”, “Lilac Wine”, “Fool (If You think I...t’s Over)”, Don’t Cry Out Loud” & “No More The Fool” as well as many more featured on her recent hit album “Elkie Brooks – Pearls – The Very Best Of”
Elkie Brooks Saturday 30th March at 7.30pm Tickets £32.50 Box Office 01983 868000 www.shanklintheatre.com
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Mark Steel - Every Little Thing's Gonna Be Alright
A few years ago, it seemed unlikely that the UK would vote to leave the EU; we had a reasonable opposition to the Tory Government; Donald Trump was a buffoon who surely wasn’t going to beat Hillary Clinton and Mark was living the married suburban ideal, since then it’s all gone to absolute shit! But don’t worry as Mark thinks Every Little Thing’s Gonna Be Alright.
Mark’s sell-out show Who Do I Think I Am, revealed his natural... father was a world backgammon champion. Now the star of Radio 4’s Mark Steel’s in Town, and newspaper columnist of the year is touring a show which is guaranteed to make the world seem even more mental than it is.
Recommended 14+ (parental guidance)
Mark Steel - Every Little Thing's Gonna Be Alright Thursday 28th March at 8pm Tickets £15 Box Office 01983 868000 https://www.shanklintheatre.com
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its is good to go see really good shows

What a fantastic night. Beautiful little theatre so traditional. The show was amazing. So uplifting. The energy of the cast was electric they covered everything musical i enjoy and all my favourite music. Loved every minute of it. To say that the cast are all local youngsters was very impressive a huge credit to the Isle of Wight

Went to see the summer show West end and beyond it was spectacular, the whole production cast and costumes and the voices were amazing.

Went to see the show "The Best of the West End and Beyond"yesterday evening..an excellent show,fast-paced,slick choreography,fabulous costumes,so many well known famous Musical and film melodies super performed by a very professional and enthusiastic,energy-packed cast,accompanied by an equally excellent live band on stage...fabulous!! definitely well worth going to see when you're in Shanklin,and in such a beautiful Theatre..

Went to see West End and Beyond Fantastic as good as anything we have seen in the West End .

Went to see The Kate Bush Experience. I never intended to, but the person who had bought the tickets was ill so I was given a chance to go. Fabulous show but not that many people there. I wonder if you reduced the prices that you might have got a lot more people "taking a chance" on having a night out. It`s got to be worth lowering the prices and selling more tickets.

Went to see Dick Whittington tonight with my family and had so much fun - good jokes and music alike. Thank you xx

Well run fantastic theatre - friendly welcome, lovely staff and fabulous shows - lucky to have it

We had a most wonderful night at the theatre, the staff go out of there way to be kind and helpful . My partner is disabled and the staff went out of there way to help. The show was they very best iv seen for a long time , most professional in every way . The show should be on the London stage .

We got back from seeing Rich Hall at Shanklin Theatre last night in pain- absolutely bellyachingly brilliant! Big names, bargain ticket & drink prices & the absolutely wonderful volunteers, working hard to keep this beautiful building open. Use it!!!!

We go to Shanklin theatre between 4 and 6 times a year (even though we live in Solihull). All the staff are very helpful, and seat views are great. Saw Counterfeit Quo again last night, if anyone likes Quo particularly the frantic four Quo you will not be disappointed.

Showaddywaddy were absolutely brilliant. Theatre although old was spotlessly clean and all volunteers were extremely helpful. I definately recommend giving it a try. I will be doing just that. Thank you all.

Saw Martin Kemp on Sunday with friends. We had a great evening. I will be returning tonight to see Reginald D Hunter for the 2nd time. Seen many shows, comedians and more at Shanklin and always a joy xx

My best friend and I came from Leeds in Yorkshire to visit the area and found your wonderful theatre and watched the best of the West end and beyond what a fab show thank you Susie Archer

Marvellous old theatre very nicely restored and run by lovely volunteers. The theatre architecture itself is an awesome experience. Only wish there were more classic plays and good quality cultural shows (instead of so many musicals and not so good commercial performances).

Lovely theatre was there for Gilbert O'Sullivan the sound was fantastic. He was out of this world. I went with a friend & we were so taken by all the workers that were so kind. Everything about this nite was fantastic.

Lovely theatre in Shanklin, so glad it has been saved, we saw a fantastic performance of music from the west end and beyond, they were absolutely fabulous.

Loved the panto 'Dick Whittington and his cat' by the very talented Spotlight company!

Just had our yearly pantomime visit. Fantastic family entertainment, so funny. Very well written and great acting and singing. Well done to all involved. Can’t wait till next year.

Just been to see the Frankie Valli show. Absolutely loved it. First class Performance. Over 2 hrs of the show with no support act. Cant wait to go again.

Well done Shanklin Theatre for getting some wonderful acts to come here to the Island.

It's a Grand theatre with great sound and lighting. We have seen many artists including George Hamilton 1V Russell Watson, Tony Christie, 'Liverpool born but lives in Ireland now, Nathan Carter and his Band'. Just booked to see Jimmy Osmond.

I cannot say enough about all the staff that looked after us. We had 2 disabled persons with us and they went out of their way to help us. We had such fun with everyone! Show was amazing and so proud to support you all by visiting your lovely theatre. Thank you everyone of you.

Had a fantastic time watching the Christmas panto! Our little girl is 2 and we were a bit worried that she would get a bit restless. Well she absolutely loved it and so did the rest of us. A very professional and humorous performance. I would highly recommend taking the family to see Dick Whittington!! Will definitely be returning next year.

Great theatre, all run by volunteers, supporting local performers and a whole list of with top acts.

Great show good mix of songs full monty very funny would recomend good value for money

Getting to see omid djalili last night was brilliant! Awesome comic and a great warm up act! Theatre was great and staff were helpful.

Excellent productions - this year we've seen Joseph and Best of the West End! - both pre booked early from the mainland. Last year we managed three shows!



For Joseph we were seated in row M, not the ideal view because of bulky patrons ahead - I am sure raked seating would not be a practical/feasible option, but could the seating in the rear stalls be staggered so that one looks between the two seats immediately in front instead of having together past the back of a person's head.

Enjoyed my time watching Physic Sally Morgan a few weeks ago x

Came over for a dance festival we really like this theatre the staff are lovely and very helpful and the building is lovely

Beyond the west was an amazing show thought was so much energy would definitely go again

Beyond the West End is an absolutely brilliant show, I’m going to have to come back again next year. More three hunks and a chunk please.... �

A lovely small theatre well restored, the volunteers are so friendly and helpful and the seats have plenty of leg room. To top it all off the Best of the West End show great value for money.

A fantastic show. So full of energy, fun and enjoyment, grandchildren thought it one of the best. Well done to everyone involved we all loved it.

A fantastic performance of Dick Whittington. Colourful and fun, and the singing and dancing were fabulous. Lots of laughs and slapstick too. A perfect family treat for New Year's Day!

A big thank you to Shanklin Theatre for exchanging our tickets when we had a mix up with dates this month for 'Best of the West End". They didn't have to do that, but went out of their way to make sure we got to see this great show. Thank you!

A beautiful little theatre staffed by friendly, enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers. Thoroughly enjoyed Rich Hall last night. Thank you.

11 of us ages between just under 2yrs to 70yrs went to see "Dick Whittington" and we all really enjoyed the show. A lot of thought and effort went into it, so that everyone had a good time. A very professional performance, well done to everyone and thanks for a lovely afternoon.

Just watched Jekyll and Hyde at the theatre. Amazing singing and performances by the cast, especially Jekyll, Emma and Lucy. Orchestra far too loud would probably have done better with octet. Musicians should accompany not try to be the main act.

Great afternoon of fun at Shanklin Theatre well done Dick Whittington was fabulous and my 4 grandchildren loved it even the 1 year old

its is good to go see really good shows

What a fantastic night. Beautiful little theatre so traditional. The show was amazing. So uplifting. The energy of the cast was electric they covered everything musical i enjoy and all my favourite music. Loved every minute of it. To say that the cast are all local youngsters was very impressive a huge credit to the Isle of Wight

Went to see the summer show West end and beyond it was spectacular, the whole production cast and costumes and the voices were amazing.

Went to see the show "The Best of the West End and Beyond"yesterday evening..an excellent show,fast-paced,slick choreography,fabulous costumes,so many well known famous Musical and film melodies super performed by a very professional and enthusiastic,energy-packed cast,accompanied by an equally excellent live band on stage...fabulous!! definitely well worth going to see when you're in Shanklin,and in such a beautiful Theatre..

Went to see West End and Beyond Fantastic as good as anything we have seen in the West End .

Went to see The Kate Bush Experience. I never intended to, but the person who had bought the tickets was ill so I was given a chance to go. Fabulous show but not that many people there. I wonder if you reduced the prices that you might have got a lot more people "taking a chance" on having a night out. It`s got to be worth lowering the prices and selling more tickets.

Went to see Dick Whittington tonight with my family and had so much fun - good jokes and music alike. Thank you xx

Well run fantastic theatre - friendly welcome, lovely staff and fabulous shows - lucky to have it

We had a most wonderful night at the theatre, the staff go out of there way to be kind and helpful . My partner is disabled and the staff went out of there way to help. The show was they very best iv seen for a long time , most professional in every way . The show should be on the London stage .

We got back from seeing Rich Hall at Shanklin Theatre last night in pain- absolutely bellyachingly brilliant! Big names, bargain ticket & drink prices & the absolutely wonderful volunteers, working hard to keep this beautiful building open. Use it!!!!

We go to Shanklin theatre between 4 and 6 times a year (even though we live in Solihull). All the staff are very helpful, and seat views are great. Saw Counterfeit Quo again last night, if anyone likes Quo particularly the frantic four Quo you will not be disappointed.

Showaddywaddy were absolutely brilliant. Theatre although old was spotlessly clean and all volunteers were extremely helpful. I definately recommend giving it a try. I will be doing just that. Thank you all.

Saw Martin Kemp on Sunday with friends. We had a great evening. I will be returning tonight to see Reginald D Hunter for the 2nd time. Seen many shows, comedians and more at Shanklin and always a joy xx

My best friend and I came from Leeds in Yorkshire to visit the area and found your wonderful theatre and watched the best of the West end and beyond what a fab show thank you Susie Archer

Marvellous old theatre very nicely restored and run by lovely volunteers. The theatre architecture itself is an awesome experience. Only wish there were more classic plays and good quality cultural shows (instead of so many musicals and not so good commercial performances).

Lovely theatre was there for Gilbert O'Sullivan the sound was fantastic. He was out of this world. I went with a friend & we were so taken by all the workers that were so kind. Everything about this nite was fantastic.

Lovely theatre in Shanklin, so glad it has been saved, we saw a fantastic performance of music from the west end and beyond, they were absolutely fabulous.

Loved the panto 'Dick Whittington and his cat' by the very talented Spotlight company!

Just had our yearly pantomime visit. Fantastic family entertainment, so funny. Very well written and great acting and singing. Well done to all involved. Can’t wait till next year.

Just been to see the Frankie Valli show. Absolutely loved it. First class Performance. Over 2 hrs of the show with no support act. Cant wait to go again.

Well done Shanklin Theatre for getting some wonderful acts to come here to the Island.

It's a Grand theatre with great sound and lighting. We have seen many artists including George Hamilton 1V Russell Watson, Tony Christie, 'Liverpool born but lives in Ireland now, Nathan Carter and his Band'. Just booked to see Jimmy Osmond.

I cannot say enough about all the staff that looked after us. We had 2 disabled persons with us and they went out of their way to help us. We had such fun with everyone! Show was amazing and so proud to support you all by visiting your lovely theatre. Thank you everyone of you.

Had a fantastic time watching the Christmas panto! Our little girl is 2 and we were a bit worried that she would get a bit restless. Well she absolutely loved it and so did the rest of us. A very professional and humorous performance. I would highly recommend taking the family to see Dick Whittington!! Will definitely be returning next year.

Great theatre, all run by volunteers, supporting local performers and a whole list of with top acts.

Great show good mix of songs full monty very funny would recomend good value for money

Getting to see omid djalili last night was brilliant! Awesome comic and a great warm up act! Theatre was great and staff were helpful.

Excellent productions - this year we've seen Joseph and Best of the West End! - both pre booked early from the mainland. Last year we managed three shows!



For Joseph we were seated in row M, not the ideal view because of bulky patrons ahead - I am sure raked seating would not be a practical/feasible option, but could the seating in the rear stalls be staggered so that one looks between the two seats immediately in front instead of having together past the back of a person's head.

Enjoyed my time watching Physic Sally Morgan a few weeks ago x

Came over for a dance festival we really like this theatre the staff are lovely and very helpful and the building is lovely

Beyond the west was an amazing show thought was so much energy would definitely go again

Beyond the West End is an absolutely brilliant show, I’m going to have to come back again next year. More three hunks and a chunk please.... �

A lovely small theatre well restored, the volunteers are so friendly and helpful and the seats have plenty of leg room. To top it all off the Best of the West End show great value for money.

A fantastic show. So full of energy, fun and enjoyment, grandchildren thought it one of the best. Well done to everyone involved we all loved it.

A fantastic performance of Dick Whittington. Colourful and fun, and the singing and dancing were fabulous. Lots of laughs and slapstick too. A perfect family treat for New Year's Day!

A big thank you to Shanklin Theatre for exchanging our tickets when we had a mix up with dates this month for 'Best of the West End". They didn't have to do that, but went out of their way to make sure we got to see this great show. Thank you!

A beautiful little theatre staffed by friendly, enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers. Thoroughly enjoyed Rich Hall last night. Thank you.

11 of us ages between just under 2yrs to 70yrs went to see "Dick Whittington" and we all really enjoyed the show. A lot of thought and effort went into it, so that everyone had a good time. A very professional performance, well done to everyone and thanks for a lovely afternoon.

Just watched Jekyll and Hyde at the theatre. Amazing singing and performances by the cast, especially Jekyll, Emma and Lucy. Orchestra far too loud would probably have done better with octet. Musicians should accompany not try to be the main act.

Great afternoon of fun at Shanklin Theatre well done Dick Whittington was fabulous and my 4 grandchildren loved it even the 1 year old

its is good to go see really good shows

What a fantastic night. Beautiful little theatre so traditional. The show was amazing. So uplifting. The energy of the cast was electric they covered everything musical i enjoy and all my favourite music. Loved every minute of it. To say that the cast are all local youngsters was very impressive a huge credit to the Isle of Wight

Went to see the summer show West end and beyond it was spectacular, the whole production cast and costumes and the voices were amazing.

Went to see the show "The Best of the West End and Beyond"yesterday evening..an excellent show,fast-paced,slick choreography,fabulous costumes,so many well known famous Musical and film melodies super performed by a very professional and enthusiastic,energy-packed cast,accompanied by an equally excellent live band on stage...fabulous!! definitely well worth going to see when you're in Shanklin,and in such a beautiful Theatre..

Went to see West End and Beyond Fantastic as good as anything we have seen in the West End .

Went to see The Kate Bush Experience. I never intended to, but the person who had bought the tickets was ill so I was given a chance to go. Fabulous show but not that many people there. I wonder if you reduced the prices that you might have got a lot more people "taking a chance" on having a night out. It`s got to be worth lowering the prices and selling more tickets.

Went to see Dick Whittington tonight with my family and had so much fun - good jokes and music alike. Thank you xx

Well run fantastic theatre - friendly welcome, lovely staff and fabulous shows - lucky to have it

We had a most wonderful night at the theatre, the staff go out of there way to be kind and helpful . My partner is disabled and the staff went out of there way to help. The show was they very best iv seen for a long time , most professional in every way . The show should be on the London stage .

We got back from seeing Rich Hall at Shanklin Theatre last night in pain- absolutely bellyachingly brilliant! Big names, bargain ticket & drink prices & the absolutely wonderful volunteers, working hard to keep this beautiful building open. Use it!!!!

We go to Shanklin theatre between 4 and 6 times a year (even though we live in Solihull). All the staff are very helpful, and seat views are great. Saw Counterfeit Quo again last night, if anyone likes Quo particularly the frantic four Quo you will not be disappointed.

Showaddywaddy were absolutely brilliant. Theatre although old was spotlessly clean and all volunteers were extremely helpful. I definately recommend giving it a try. I will be doing just that. Thank you all.

Saw Martin Kemp on Sunday with friends. We had a great evening. I will be returning tonight to see Reginald D Hunter for the 2nd time. Seen many shows, comedians and more at Shanklin and always a joy xx

My best friend and I came from Leeds in Yorkshire to visit the area and found your wonderful theatre and watched the best of the West end and beyond what a fab show thank you Susie Archer

Marvellous old theatre very nicely restored and run by lovely volunteers. The theatre architecture itself is an awesome experience. Only wish there were more classic plays and good quality cultural shows (instead of so many musicals and not so good commercial performances).

Lovely theatre was there for Gilbert O'Sullivan the sound was fantastic. He was out of this world. I went with a friend & we were so taken by all the workers that were so kind. Everything about this nite was fantastic.

Lovely theatre in Shanklin, so glad it has been saved, we saw a fantastic performance of music from the west end and beyond, they were absolutely fabulous.

Loved the panto 'Dick Whittington and his cat' by the very talented Spotlight company!

Just had our yearly pantomime visit. Fantastic family entertainment, so funny. Very well written and great acting and singing. Well done to all involved. Can’t wait till next year.

Just been to see the Frankie Valli show. Absolutely loved it. First class Performance. Over 2 hrs of the show with no support act. Cant wait to go again.

Well done Shanklin Theatre for getting some wonderful acts to come here to the Island.

It's a Grand theatre with great sound and lighting. We have seen many artists including George Hamilton 1V Russell Watson, Tony Christie, 'Liverpool born but lives in Ireland now, Nathan Carter and his Band'. Just booked to see Jimmy Osmond.

I cannot say enough about all the staff that looked after us. We had 2 disabled persons with us and they went out of their way to help us. We had such fun with everyone! Show was amazing and so proud to support you all by visiting your lovely theatre. Thank you everyone of you.

Had a fantastic time watching the Christmas panto! Our little girl is 2 and we were a bit worried that she would get a bit restless. Well she absolutely loved it and so did the rest of us. A very professional and humorous performance. I would highly recommend taking the family to see Dick Whittington!! Will definitely be returning next year.

Great theatre, all run by volunteers, supporting local performers and a whole list of with top acts.

Great show good mix of songs full monty very funny would recomend good value for money

Getting to see omid djalili last night was brilliant! Awesome comic and a great warm up act! Theatre was great and staff were helpful.

Excellent productions - this year we've seen Joseph and Best of the West End! - both pre booked early from the mainland. Last year we managed three shows!



For Joseph we were seated in row M, not the ideal view because of bulky patrons ahead - I am sure raked seating would not be a practical/feasible option, but could the seating in the rear stalls be staggered so that one looks between the two seats immediately in front instead of having together past the back of a person's head.

Enjoyed my time watching Physic Sally Morgan a few weeks ago x

Came over for a dance festival we really like this theatre the staff are lovely and very helpful and the building is lovely

Beyond the west was an amazing show thought was so much energy would definitely go again

Beyond the West End is an absolutely brilliant show, I’m going to have to come back again next year. More three hunks and a chunk please.... �

A lovely small theatre well restored, the volunteers are so friendly and helpful and the seats have plenty of leg room. To top it all off the Best of the West End show great value for money.

A fantastic show. So full of energy, fun and enjoyment, grandchildren thought it one of the best. Well done to everyone involved we all loved it.

A fantastic performance of Dick Whittington. Colourful and fun, and the singing and dancing were fabulous. Lots of laughs and slapstick too. A perfect family treat for New Year's Day!

A big thank you to Shanklin Theatre for exchanging our tickets when we had a mix up with dates this month for 'Best of the West End". They didn't have to do that, but went out of their way to make sure we got to see this great show. Thank you!

A beautiful little theatre staffed by friendly, enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers. Thoroughly enjoyed Rich Hall last night. Thank you.

11 of us ages between just under 2yrs to 70yrs went to see "Dick Whittington" and we all really enjoyed the show. A lot of thought and effort went into it, so that everyone had a good time. A very professional performance, well done to everyone and thanks for a lovely afternoon.

Just watched Jekyll and Hyde at the theatre. Amazing singing and performances by the cast, especially Jekyll, Emma and Lucy. Orchestra far too loud would probably have done better with octet. Musicians should accompany not try to be the main act.

Great afternoon of fun at Shanklin Theatre well done Dick Whittington was fabulous and my 4 grandchildren loved it even the 1 year old