Pavilion Theatre & Bandstand Gorleston
Pavilion Theatre & Bandstand Gorleston
Pavilion Theatre & Bandstand Gorleston
4.5
Monday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Unique Edwardian seaside Theatre in Gorleston near Great Yarmouth with an open air bandstand. Open all year round showing plays, musicals, pantomimes and more!
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anthony d
Leicestershire, UK49 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Great variety show with top class performers.
Well maintained venue.
Very friendly staff lots of parking nearby .Bandstand kept in Fantastic condition
Well maintained venue.
Very friendly staff lots of parking nearby .Bandstand kept in Fantastic condition
Written 10 October 2023
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gaoler1234
Oulton Broad, UK144 contributions
Jul 2023
Well lets get the elephant in the room out the way, the seating, is well at first a little odd, tables with up to 6 chairs around them, this was ok if you were not in a group of 6 otherwise three of you would have your back to the others, it also made getting up and out to the toilet a bit tricky as movement was a bit restricted due to people around us manoeuvring their chairs around, but its not a deal breaker, it works for the venue then so be it.
That said the venue was. eclectic, interesting, nice and airy with the added bonus of having air con, well done you!
A good size stage, sound was fine, plenty of fee on road parking nearby.
The jewel for this venue was the table service, a brilliant idea, no queuing for the bar, wave a flag a nice member of staff appears with a tablet takes your order blips your card and a few minutes later your order arrives, didn't bother queuing at the bar during the interval just give it 5 mins for the show to start again and hoist the flag!
I was surprised there were no stewards in the hall during the performance, with the availability of free flowing alcohol before and during the performance there were one or two who well, let the inhibitions go a bit and if at some other venues may have been asked to calm down a little.
I was sceptical when we arrived but will certainly be returning for another performance at some point, its a bit of a gem really.
That said the venue was. eclectic, interesting, nice and airy with the added bonus of having air con, well done you!
A good size stage, sound was fine, plenty of fee on road parking nearby.
The jewel for this venue was the table service, a brilliant idea, no queuing for the bar, wave a flag a nice member of staff appears with a tablet takes your order blips your card and a few minutes later your order arrives, didn't bother queuing at the bar during the interval just give it 5 mins for the show to start again and hoist the flag!
I was surprised there were no stewards in the hall during the performance, with the availability of free flowing alcohol before and during the performance there were one or two who well, let the inhibitions go a bit and if at some other venues may have been asked to calm down a little.
I was sceptical when we arrived but will certainly be returning for another performance at some point, its a bit of a gem really.
Written 16 July 2023
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CHRISSI C
GREAT YARMOUTH22 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
We first attended The Pavilion Theatre to see The Chorus of St Cecilia several years ago. We were absolutely blown away by this little gem, and were so impressed by what we found we’ve become Friends. It’s the most elegant of buildings, lovingly restored with some of the best entertainment for miles around. Inside is set out cabaret style with tables and 6 chairs, seating capacity about 300. Pre ordered drinks are waiting on your table but the bar is available if you want to use it. Usually there’s a charity raffle. We think ourselves so lucky to have this little gem just 20 minutes away from home. We can’t praise it enough.
Written 15 May 2023
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dwhatley20
Wigan, UK166 contributions
Oct 2022
We went to the summertime show.
It’s a real oldie worldview venue.
The show with singers,dancers and 2 entertainers/compares.
Very nice evening of entertainment.
Drinks,available and delivered to your table.
Raffle for funds.
The only problem is the seats are terribley uncomfotable
It’s a real oldie worldview venue.
The show with singers,dancers and 2 entertainers/compares.
Very nice evening of entertainment.
Drinks,available and delivered to your table.
Raffle for funds.
The only problem is the seats are terribley uncomfotable
Written 16 October 2022
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seb1954
Jersey, UK181 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Family theatre at its best. Thank you to all the staff that made our evening so special. Great show. Loved the building, so good to be once again in an English seaside theatre.
Written 10 October 2022
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Danny C
Great Yarmouth, UK1 contribution
Sep 2022 • Couples
ABSOLUTELY VILE! After our transport did not turn up we tried to call the pavilion to get no answer for 30+ minutes! We then finally got a response from a vile man called Stuart! He was disgustingly rude to my mither in-law on the phone basically blaming her for not being at the show on time! And then told us that we were not getting a refund! So not only did myself and family and friends not get to see the show we were spoken to in an abusive manner and now do not know if we are going to get our money back! This would of been our last show together as a group! And it was completely ruined!!
Written 13 September 2022
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St180
Great Yarmouth, UK2 contributions
Sep 2022 • Friends
Better organisation, staff should be polite and not aggressive on the phone when they finally answer it!
Written 13 September 2022
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Gary W
Ipswich, UK3 contributions
Jul 2022
family decided to take a trip out to Gorleston with our grandson, we had a cracking time at the theatre. Would recommend, thank you.
Written 23 July 2022
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MagsB57
Suffolk, UK376 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
As we were staying at The Pier Hotel we looked to see if there was a show on at the theatre. There was. 'Musicals from the West End & Broadway'.
This is a very historical building & unusual as you book a table rather than sitting in rows, which really appealed to us. Drinks are available at the bar to take to your table.
Staff were very Accommodating as a mistake had been made (by us) & we were able to sit in a more suitable position for which we were grateful.
Tickets were very reasonably priced at £12 each.
This is a very historical building & unusual as you book a table rather than sitting in rows, which really appealed to us. Drinks are available at the bar to take to your table.
Staff were very Accommodating as a mistake had been made (by us) & we were able to sit in a more suitable position for which we were grateful.
Tickets were very reasonably priced at £12 each.
Written 5 July 2022
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Adam9144
London, UK44 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
Just attended the opening night of ‘Pantostein’. What a fab panto - great cast and fun storyline with some memorable songs thrown in as well.
The theatre itself has tons of old school charm, and the staff were very helpful with quick service. Plus there is an app to order drinks to save going to the bar.
The theatre itself has tons of old school charm, and the staff were very helpful with quick service. Plus there is an app to order drinks to save going to the bar.
Written 28 October 2021
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Is there a cloakroom?
Nannanorfolk
Norfolk, UK215 contributions
I’ve never seen 1.
Lynn C
1 contribution
Does theatre have booster cushions for chidren & do we need to book them
Oscarwildetime
Leeds, UK707 contributions
Hi Lyn, The theatre is laid out in a table and chairs format for most shows, and I am not sure if your are the same. I did not see Booster Cushions when we were there, so I would bring my own if I were you. If you are in the front row they probably wont need them. It is a fantastic little theatre and takes to back to the Variety and music hall days....enjoy
kathleenharrisson
Stamford, UK22 contributions
What is the programme for August suitable for children and parents
kathleenharrisson
Stamford, UK22 contributions
What is the programme of shows in August suitable for children and parents?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pavilion Theatre & Bandstand Gorleston
- Pavilion Theatre & Bandstand Gorleston is open:
- Mon - Thu 10:00 - 15:00
- Hotels near Pavilion Theatre & Bandstand Gorleston:
- (0.03 mi) 0 bedroom accommodation in Gorleston
- (0.04 mi) Pier Hotel
- (0.08 mi) The Cliff Hotel
- (0.09 mi) The Harbour
- (0.17 mi) All Seasons Lodge Hotel
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- (0.03 mi) Embassy China
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- (0.08 mi) The Shed Tapas Bar
- (0.04 mi) Pub on the Pier