Venue: Theatre Royal
Running time: Doors open 1 hour before each performance. Running time TBC
Important Information
Age Guidance: 8+
Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+
This production may contain smoking
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Kenny Wax and Jonathan Church Theatre Productions present the Chichester Festival Theatre Production Top Hat
Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin
Based on RKO’s Motion Picture
Adapted for the stage by Matthew White & Howard Jacques
Top Hat is a dazzling stage adaptation of the classic 1935 Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers movie. With music and lyrics by Irving Berlin, the show features timeless classics such as “Cheek to Cheek,” “Let’s Face the Music and Dance,” and “Puttin’ on the Ritz.
The story follows Broadway star Jerry Travers, who falls for model Dale Tremont in a case of mistaken identity, leading to a whirlwind of romance, comedy, and glamour. Set against a backdrop of lavish sets and elegant costumes, the production is directed and choreographed by Tony and Olivier Award-winner Kathleen Marshall. Phillip Attmore stars as Jerry, with Lucy St. Louis as Dale, supported by a vibrant ensemble.
This new production promises an effervescent theatrical experience full of charm, wit, and spectacular choreography. An irresistible celebration of classic Hollywood and musical theatre magic.
Further principle casting to be announced.
Cast and performance schedule subject to change without notice.
Members
Save £7.50 on Tuesday 7.30pm performance (excluding Balcony) and save £5 in the Stalls and Upper Circle for Wednesday to Thursday 2.30pm & 7.30pm performances.
Under 26s
All tickets £44.50 in the Stalls and Upper Circle for Tuesday to Thursday 7.30pm & Wednesday -Thursday 2.30pm performances. To purchase these tickets you must be 26 or under at the time of booking. You may be asked to show your ID on doors to confirm your age.
Groups 10+
All tickets £44.50 in the Stalls & Upper Circle on bookings of ten or more tickets with 1 free ticket per 20 tickets booked for Tuesday to Thursday 7.30pm & Wednesday – Thursday 2.30pm performances. Please email our Group Sales team or call 0115 989 5555 to book.
No concessions in the Balcony or for Friday 7.30pm & Saturday 2.30pm & 7.30pm performances
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Tuesday 7 October
7:30 PM
Wednesday 8 October
2:30 PM
Wednesday 8 October
7:30 PM
Thursday 9 October
2:30 PM
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