Booking our tickets (virtually last minute) over the phone was a simple and pleasant experience. Choosing the best of what seats were left, the lady was really helpful, where the online booking system kept saying "computer says no". The place is bright clean and vibrant, the staff very friendly. Easy to get around, the bar area was busy (although the prices seem a bit steep-£9 for 2 bottles of cider), The seats although a tad narrow, with intrusive armrests, it had more than ample leg room, a problem at lots of other venues. The auditorium is large enough for a fairly large crowd, but seemed, from where we were sitting, to be cosy and intimate. The act (Women in Rock) were loud, as they should be, but not uncomfortably so, and were fabulous entertainment. All in all a great evening out. Very much recommended.

Not been for a couple of decades Went into the theatre to watch a talk from Simon Yates mountaineer from the ill fated Touching The Void Spotlessly clean . Pleasant Staff guided us the the seating area . Good facilities available. Will be happy to return at future shows

Love this place. Always an excellent show and comfy seating. Good range of drinks before and at interval and not overpriced. Great atmosphere and good viewing from any seat. Can't rate it enough - clean and well kept Facilities.

We went to the Blues Festival, pared down considerably since the early days of the event, but still highly enjoyable. Having someone to introduce the bands (it hasn't always been the case!) was appreciated, and the short intervals to allow the dismantling and setting up of equipment meant the audience didn't get bored. The Gerry Jablonski Band didn't play a full hour, but everyone else gave great value for money. The outstanding band for us was the Ramblin' Preachers - bring them back!! Special thanks to Ewelina and her team - being able to enjoy tasty food on site added a lot to the enjoyment of the day. As usual, the Atkinson staff worked hard unobtrusively to make sure everyone could have a good time. Roll on next year's!!

We went to watch Jack and the Beanstalk pantomine. What a fabulous show. The costumes, the staging, the whole cast were fabulous. It was so entertaining for the children and adults alike. So much laughter and a very professional production. My grandchildren aged 8 and 6 loved it. Its perfect size theatre for small children.

Visit to the panto, been to Southport before for the pantomime but first time at The Atkinson. Lovely small theatre with an intimate feel, friendly and helpful staff Jack in the beanstalk is probably the best pantomime I’ve been too. Had the right levels of humour and innuendo alongside audiences interaction. Loved the characters the dame was really funny, silly billy hilarious and the enchantress was amazing great voice and really pulled the characters together

Went to see Jack & the Bean stalk on 26/12/23 and I can honestly say it was excellent, extremely entertaining. The venue is excellent & the staff were all really helpful. I would thoroughly recommend this pantomime for all the family. 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Perfect venue, compact, intimate so not a bad seat in the house. Jack & the Beanstalk was hilariously entertaining. Actors, Production Team & musicians were all excellent. We all laughed and sang along with the rest of the audience. Definitely money well spent

We went as three adults and a 5 and 3 year old. It was a RELAXED afternoon performance. It’s probably one of the best pantomimes I’ve ever been to. The cast were amazing particularly the Dame and the character who played Jacks brother. They were so professional and very funny and entertaining. Would thoroughly recommend it.

My two granddaughters, my daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed Jack and the Beanstalk. It was a brilliant production, the cast, the scenery, the jokes, songs dancing everything was excellent. The Atkinson in Southport is a wonderful venue and excellent value for money