Lighthouse Poole

Perfect for the curious, the celebrating, or anyone looking for a fun night out! Thursday 13 - Saturday 15 September, Lighthouse Poole.
Join us for a whirlwind two hours as four actors play nine characters in this rollercoaster ride of a performance - with more than a few surprises. This side-splitting, highly improvised comedy brings more confetti and chaos than ever before.
Enjoy a sit-down meal, welcome glass of fizz and maybe even some dancing, as the unbeatable theatric...al dining experience, returns to Lighthouse.
Will and Stacey are expecting a small party to celebrate their wedding, but Stacey’s Mum has other ideas. Cue uninvited guests, misbehaving family and secrets better left in the closet!
Tickets: http://bit.ly/theweddingreception
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Join Aggers at Lighthouse Poole, on Saturday 29 September in his first solo show as he takes us on a trip down memory lane, recounting tales from a wonderful and entertaining career on the field and in the box, with film footage, audio clips and photographs on our big screen.
Tickets: http://bit.ly/EveningwithAggersPoole

36 years ago today David Essex performed here at Lighthouse (or Poole Art's Centre as we were known back then). What is your favourite David Essex song?

Relive the 60s in style and come to see the girl power show that is delighting audiences all over the UK.
An unforgettable show that journeys its way through Cilla’s life and brings audiences to their feet in celebration.
The effervescent Victoria & the gorgeous Shades trio rediscover one of music’s most defining eras. Here she is telling Alison Hammond all the gossip!
... Cilla & The Shades of The 60s comes to Lighthouse Poole Thursday 27 September.
Book your tickets now: http://bit.ly/Cillatheshadesofthe60s
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HAPPY BANK HOLIDAY!! 🎉
To celebrate, we are bringing you an unmissable offer for One Man Stranger Things - A Parody!
£15 TICKETS* using promo code STRANGE 🤸‍♂️👽🙃
... You may have to wait a little longer for the 3rd series of Netflix sensation Stranger Things, but why not relive the magic and mayhem of the first season at Lighthouse Poole on Thursday 11 October, as talented Canadian actor Charles Ross single-handedly recreates the characters, dialogue, special effects, music & egos in one superb, upside-down show.
You'll have to be quick... Offer ends 11pm Monday 27 August! *T&Cs Apply.
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Paines Plough built Roundabout because they’re passionate about new plays and want as many people as possible to be able to see them.
Roundabout flat packs into a lorry and pops up all over the country. You might find it in a churchyard in Eccles, on a bowling green in Kendal, on Margate seafront, by a lake in Poole Park, on Marsh Farm estate in Luton, on campus in Lincoln and it's next stop is the Pavilion Dance Terrace in Bournemouth Gardens.
Find out more: www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/whats-…/…/t he-roundabout-festival/

John Wilson returns to the BBC Proms with Leonard Bernstein’s hit musical ‘On the Town’ which will be broadcast live on BBC 4 at 7.30PM this Saturday (25 August). Louise Dearman, who has been a guest soloist with the John Wilson Orchestra and has appeared on the orchestra’s recordings will be starring as Hildy in the production.
The John Wilson Orchestra will be appearing at Lighthouse on Thursday 6 December in a fabulous new show.
Get your tickets now: https://www.lighthous...epoole.co.uk/…/ john-wilson-and-the-jo…/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_f8uV2VZ VM
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Lighthouse is 40 and we are celebrating with our Big Birthday Bash, Saturday 3 November!
Our fantastic tribute band, The Deloreons will be rocking the Concert Hall followed by Steve Power from Wave 105 playing music from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and now.
We will be handing out birthday gifts during the evening including a welcome glass of fizz, freebies for other events and drinks at the bar. If you like dressing up, there will be prizes for best fancy dress on the evening and if... not, just put your glad rags on and dance the night away.
Book your tickets now at: http://bit.ly/BigBirthdayBash3Nov
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W-RAP comes to Lighthouse Poole Wednesday 26 September.
Tickets: http://bit.ly/2PtmJUj

Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across unchartered territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child's favourite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus!
A special meet and greet after the show offers all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend.
Book now for this entertainin...g and mind-expanding jurassic adventure, live on stage!
Age guidance: 3+
Book now: http://bit.ly/dinoworldlive
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Only 1 week to go until #LoveThatNeverDiesFilm comes to Lighthouse Poole, Tuesday 28 August. 6.15pm.
How do we grieve? Why do we grieve? And why are we afraid of those that do grieve? Jane Harris and Jimmy Edmonds’s son Josh died six years ago while travelling in South-east Asia. As a way of honouring his memory, they set off on their own road trip across the USA to find out why, in a world where death always makes front-page news, real-life conversations about death and bere...avement are so problematic.
Their journey gives a voice to grief in ways that will move and inspire.
Book Now: http://bit.ly/ALTNDF
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Have you heard? “ Paines Plough's Roundabout: it’s not just one of fringe’s most exciting venues, but one of Britain’s.” The Stage
If there’s one thing you do during the Bournemouth Arts by the Sea Festival make sure you pay a visit to the massive tardis of a theatre and all the exciting plays and comedy going on.
Lyn Gardner rounds up the brand-new plays created especially for Roundabout in the article below!
... For more info, on all the live events happening at #Roundaboutpp click here: https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/…/the -roundabout-festival/
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Approaching the subject of dementia with humour and humanity, award-winning Finding Joy has performed to audiences across Europe and the UK. Coming to Lighthouse Poole on Thursday 22 November, the production tells the story of Joy, 83 today: she’s feisty, loves to dance, and is losing her memory. Her grandson Danny is rebellious, bright and always getting into trouble. When Danny decides to look after Joy, they discover a shared playfulness and growing love. But is that enough to face the challenges ahead?
2-4-1* Offer on tickets with code SHAREJOY *T&Cs Apply. See website for more details: http://bit.ly/FindingJoyLH

Arena Theatre are back at Lighthouse Poole Wednesday 19 - Saturday 22 September, kicking off our Studio Drama season with Martin McDonagh classic, The Beauty Queen of Leenane.
Set in the mountains of Connemara, County Galway,The Beauty Queen of Leenane tells the darkly comic tale of Maureen Folan, a plain and lonely woman in her early forties, and Mag her manipulative ageing mother whose interference in Maureen's first and potentially last loving relationship, sets in motion a train of events that is as gothically funny as it is horrific.

Join us for the biggest birthday party of the year on Saturday 3 November.
Put your glad rags on and dance the night away as Lighthouse is 40!
They'll be a free welcome glass of fizz, freebies for other events, prizes for best fancy dress as well as music from the 70s, 80s, 90s & now!!
... Tickets: http://bit.ly/BigBirthdayBash3Nov
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How do we grieve? Why do we grieve? And why are we afraid of those that do grieve?
Jane Harris and Jimmy Edmonds’s son Josh died six years ago while travelling in South-east Asia. As a way of honouring his memory, they set off on their own road trip across the USA to find out why, in a world where death always makes front-page news, real-life conversations about death and bereavement are so problematic. Their journey gives a voice to grief in ways that will move and inspire....
A Love That Never Dies is showing at Lighthouse Poole Tuesday 28 August 6.15pm (+ Q&A)
Tickets: http://bit.ly/AlovethatneverdiesLH
The Good Grief Project #loveneverdiesfilm
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Lighthouse is 40!! Come and help us celebrate at the biggest birthday party of the year!
Our fantastic tribute band, The Deloreons will be rocking the Concert Hall followed by Steve Power from Wave 105 playing music from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and now.
You'll get a welcome glass of fizz, plus we'll be handing out freebies for other events and prizes for best fancy dress!
... Early Bird Tickets on sale now: http://bit.ly/BigBirthdayBash3Nov
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Coming to Lighthouse Poole Thursday 18 - Saturday 20 October, Hannah and Hanna in Dreamland is a story of friendship and prejudice, migration and identity.
Hannah is from Margate, Hanna - from Kosovo. The only things they share are their names and a passion for pop music….
Sixteen years later, a Syrian girl, living in the Calais ‘Jungle’, pulls them back together.
... Tickets: http://bit.ly/HannahandHanna
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ON SALE NOW FOR 2019!
From seriously romantic Waltz, to a futuristic Foxtrot, the passion of the Tango and Paso Doble cut right through. You will revel in the emotional power of the Cha Cha, the Samba and Jive, and be left breathless by the smoking, irresistible Rumba. With Kevin Clifton headlining this electrifying production, along with lights, costumes and eclectic live music, it will have you leaping out of the seat to join in.
Burn the Floor comes to Lighthouse Poole Thursday 9 May 2019. Tickets on sale now: http://bit.ly/KevinCliftonLH

Went to the lighthouse last night to see the Elvis tribute. Fantastic , the sound was great , staff friendly. Reception, bar etc, all the areas were clean and welcoming.

Comfortable seats and a good view with reasonable prices.

Atmosphere in centre was excellent.

Went to see this at the weekend, it is a fun packed sing-a long spectacular, lavish sets,dances and costumes and two of the ugliest sisters you will ever lay your eyes on! The story is told by both, a very funny Buttons and quite possibly the Fairest Godmother in all of Pantoland (Lucy Kay) with a voice so pure even the birds and foragers in the Enchanted forest fell silent in awe, she weaves her magic over the troubles of Cinders (played perfectly by Lucy -Jane Quinlan) to ensure she gets to the Ball. There is audience participation and the legend that is Richard Gibson ( Herr Flick from ALLO ALLO) backed up with the Prince his sidekick and a dance ensemble that almost stole the limelight from undoubtedly the stars of the show in the minds of the younger members of the audience; the real live ponies !

Went to see The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. What a FANTASTIC performance...loved every second of it and was definitely left wanting more (in a good way). Would definitely recommend he play and the Lighthouse!! 😊

Went to see Cinderella with my sister on Saturday how magical it was the show was amazing we were supporting Lucy Kay she was brilliant as the fairy godmother her voice brings the show together and Lucy who plays Cinderella she was also good and we loved the ponies on stage il defo be coming back to see it again also if you haven’t booked go and see it it’s a must see you will enjoy yourself and you will be laughing

Went to see Cinderella on Christmas eve , had the best time from beginning to end I never stopped laughing.

The entire cast and orchestra were were amazing. Special praise to fairy godmother

Lucy kay hilariously funny and what a voice!!

Only wish I could have gone again couldn't get enough of it, well done to you all. �����

Watched an fantastic show performed by the London Studio Centre, Jazz Dance Company. “Decades” Absolutely loved it! Love the Lighthouse... Great venue! Friendly staff! And well done to Chelcie Hunt for amazing performance!

Perfect in every way. Great entertainment for all the family to enjoy together - young, grown-ups & decrepits like myself. Comfortable, intimate venue, charming helpful front of house staff - & then get those ugly sisters!! Best I've seen in a long time. Now looking forward to Cinderella next year, plus great programme of music, theatre, comedians etc. etc. throughout 2018. We are SO LUCKY to have Lighthouse.

My 6 year old daughter and I went to see ‘I believe in unicorns’ and everything was excellent. The storyteller was warm and friendly and chatted with the children before and after the show; the set was simple but beautifully and creatively designed and my daughter loved it. I thought the tickets were reasonably priced for this show. I look forward to attending more children’s events.

How a local Arts centre should be - contemporary, great facilities, well managed, great acts. Can’t fault the place ... a far cry from the local BIC or Pavilion which could do well to take note of how investment should be made

Went to see Fastlove last night. The show itself was excellent, couldn't fault it. 5*'s.



Unfortunately there was not enough bar staff on hand as it was a particularly hot evening and the queues were almost back down the stairs.

Also I don't think there was any air conditioning in the bar area and it got extremely overcrowded.

Love the show which was George Michael tribute couldn't fault that but really do need more bar staff couldn't get a drink when we arrived and in the interval was ridiculous need to really sort that one out

First visit to this excellent venue, sound was very good as was the tenor singer.

Sat at the back and listened to staff behind in and out of doors.

Staff in bar very friendly and seating comfortable, we will return.

Went to see “you win again” Bee Gees tribute band. A story lead trio through their life and sings they sang and wrote for others. Unfortunately the first half was disappointing due to the fact that in row 2 we couldn’t hear a thing being sung! A word at half time with the sound team sorted that out and the rest was brilliant.

We were here watching Cinderella. The show was fab we were there last year! All the actors and actresses were amazing!

Unfortunately our experience was dampened by the grumpy Stewards. I understand you can’t film the show but when they are shining light from the other side of the room to get someone’s attention it was distracting! They looked like they were working on her majesty secret mission! Ruined that part of the show for me. Please remember to discreetly tell people off and not ruin the show for all the others who are obeying the rules!!!

Was there yesterday for a Graduation and we had to arrive early 8am and the cafe wasn't open until 10am now we travelled along with many a fare distance so you would have thought that could of opened early

Saw Les Musicals. Good show but far too short. 45 minutes each way does not a good show make! Started 7.30 and was finished at 9.30! Too much Jonathan and not enough Rydhian. Theatre ok, plenty of leg room, but as usual massive q for the ladies. When will theatres get that right?

Went to the Last Night of the Christmas proms (sat in the balcony, good view). In the first half we were glad when the singers were drowned out by the orchestra. We weren’t over enthralled either with the first half programme. The sound in the second half wasn’t much better. Very disappointed. We always enjoy the BSO classical concerts.

I normally love panto at the lighthouse but I think they have made the prices to high the tickets are way over priced we wanted to take our 2 year old and just for her online would of been £25 which is mental and no family price tickets It's even more expensive than Bournemouth.

Miserable staff under too much pressure selling the food. Food was of very poor quality and very overpriced. Burger from McDonald’s would have been better for a fraction of the cost. £17 for a bottle of wine that was like vinegar. I enjoyed the Rumours of Fleetwood Mac but corner-cutting at the venue will just drive people away. Next time I will eat and have a drink elsewhere and arrive just for the show. I saw some of the other food options and they also looked horrible. By being greedy this venue will simply drive customers away. The friends I attended with said that the food was much better last time. How it’s possible to mess up a burger and fries I do not know.