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Marina Theatre to reopen with Anton Du Beke!

The Marina Theatre will reopen it’s doors on Thursday 23rd October 2025 after a 17 week closure period.

The Strictly Come Dancing judge and King of the Ballroom, Anton Du Beke, will be the first show back and will entertain with an intimate evening of dance and stories from his latest book ‘the Winter Ball’.

The best selling author, who has written numerous novels over the years, is delighted to be sharing his new title with members of the audience who will be some of the very first people to get their hands on a copy.

Anton will be joined on stage by his Ballroom dance partner to perform a few of his most special dance routines, as well as talking about his brand new novel for 2026.

Tickets include a SIGNED copy of Anton’s brand new book ‘the Winter Ball’ which ticket holders will receive when arriving at the theatre.

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A major milestone has been marked in the redevelopment of a historic east coast theatre.

Press Release from Lowestoft Town Council, dated 23rd April 2025

A major milestone has been marked in the redevelopment of a historic east coast theatre.

The vision for a £3m revamp of the Marina Theatre in Lowestoft is gathering pace with the demolition phase nearing completion.

Lowestoft Town Council, the Marina Theatre Trust and East Suffolk Council said significant progress had been made in its ongoing upgrade works.

Ongoing works at the Marina Theatre in Lowestoft. Picture: Mick Howes. It will see a new theatre entrance created within a new link building between the existing Victorian theatre and the more modern existing box office.

The new link building will incorporate a lift – giving access for all visitors to all floors of the theatre – new toilets and a relocated and expanded box office facility.

Ground works have now been finished, paving the way for the installation of a steel-reinforced cage for the new lift, which will enhance accessibility for all theatre users.

With works ongoing, a temporary front of house area has been created alongside a temporary buggy store to ensure minimal disruption.

The Marina Theatre and its café remains open for business as usual in Lowestoft. Picture: 

The Marina Theatre and its café remains open for business as usual during this time.

The mayor of Lowestoft and town councillor Nasima Begum, said: “It is great to hear that the works on the Marina Theatre are progressing well.

“We appreciate the community’s support and patience as we work with the Marina Theatre Trust and East Suffolk to improve the facilities.”

Sam Vallerius, General Manager of the Marina Theatre said: “We would like to thank our loyal customers who have been so understanding and patient on their visits to us.

“We look forward to seeing the works progress as we move towards a closure period in the middle of June.”

Cllr Sarah Whitelock, East Suffolk Council’s cabinet member for Communities, Culture, Leisure and Tourism said: “These improvements have been funded through Lowestoft’s £24.9m allocation from the Government’s Towns Fund, secured by East Suffolk Council and we are pleased to see them move towards the next stage.”

The Marina Theatre Project is a Lowestoft Town Council scheme, in partnership with the Marina Theatre Trust and East Suffolk Council, with funding from UK Government’s Towns Fund.

It is owned by the town council.

 

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Andy Parsons to headline January Marina Comedy Club

With Andy Parsons, Pierre Hollins, Tom Alban and hosted by Ash Frith!

Headlined by the award-winning comic Andy Parsons!

Silver Dolphin Cannes Media Awards Winner / Best Film EVCOM Awards Winner / Time Out Comedy Award Winner / Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Award Winner / New Zealand International Comedy Award Winner

Best known for his role on the hit show Mock the Week, Andy started his career writing for Weekending and Smith and Jones. He went on to become one of the main writers on the groundbreaking Spitting Image. Andy has performed on numerous radio and TV shows including Live at the Apollo, QI, The Stand-Up Show, The Comedy Store and They Think It’s All Over to name a few. Andy also has a highly acclaimed political podcast, Slacktivist Action Group, recorded monthly at London’s Soho Theatre.

He has released four live DVDs: Britain’s Got Idiots (2009), Gruntled Live (2011), Slacktivist Live (2013), Live and Unleashed but Naturally Cautious (2015), and a standup special Bafflingly Optimistic (2025). His 2025/26 UK Tour is called Please #@!$ Off To Mars.

Opening the show is Pierre Hollins! Pierre has been an audience favourite on the comedy circuit for many years. In the early days he worked as a support act to Lenny Henry and Rory Bremner, appeared in the West End with Rita Rudner and toured with The Flying Pickets and Willie Rushton & Barry Cryer.

His laid back joyful delivery is second to none, and it is common knowledge that he is the envy of a lot of his fellow peers. Using his guitar to deliver a host of clever jokes that rhyme, it’s easy to see why Pierre has been at the top of the game for so many years. He covers topics from love and hate, to sex and politics with a totally original voice, delivering his material with great charm. Pierre describes himself as ”far-fetched and slightly dangerous”, seeing really is believing as he headlines all the major UK comedy clubs and has performed as far afield as Europe, the Middle East and Asia. His first novel The Karma Farmers has just recently been published by Unbound. His TV credits include Saturday Night Live (Channel 4), Hugh & Laurie (BBC) and Jerry Sadovitz Show (Channel 5).

With local comic Tom Alban! Since bursting onto the comedy scene in 2018, Tom has brought high energy and infectious storytelling to stages across the UK and beyond. With a style that’s both relatable and memorable, he takes audiences on a journey they won’t soon forget. Tom is a regular performer at top comedy clubs in the country and has also performed internationally.

In addition to his act, Tom is also an accomplished MC. His quick wit and warm stage presence make him a favourite host not just for comedy nights, but also for concerts, festivals, and charity events across the UK.

Hosted by the Essex comedian Ash Frith!

Please note, that while we do our best to ensure that we deliver the published bill, line-ups can be subject to change at short notice.

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Strictly star casts magic on Panto!

Panto cast Announcement: Genie of the Lamp with Latin Magic!

Granting wishes with a touch of Latin and ballroom magic in this year’s Marina Theatre pantomime will be Robin Windsor as he cha cha chas into the role of Genie of the Lamp in Aladdin.

The Strictly Come Dancing professional is in constant global demand having achieved world championship success, prior to partnering Anita Dobson, Patsy Kensit and Deborah Meaden in the popular Saturday night TV programme which made him an instant favourite with viewers. Robin partnered with Lisa Riley in the 2012 series, lifting the glitter ball as Strictly champions!

He started his dance training in Ipswich at the age of three and has gone on to perform and choreograph across the world, including a period in St Lucia as Entertainment Director, Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance, both in Australia, headlining Burn the Floor in London’s West End, national tours of Puttin’ on the Ritz, Keep Dancing and Here Come the Boys at the legendary London Palladium.

Robin recently headlined a nationwide tour of Come What May, a high-energy musical extravaganza and received an Honorary Degree from Suffolk University for his services to dance.

Pantomime producer Paul Holman said:

“I’m delighted Robin will be performing in pantomime this December at the Marina Theatre. He has such energy and charisma, he’s perfectly cast as Genie of the Lamp, a role he has performed before in Bridlington and Redditch. Robin has also played Gaston in Beauty and the Beast at the Pavilion in Worthing, so he’ll bring some strictly swagger and attitude to the role too!”

Leading the cast in the title role will be Anthony Sahota.

Anthony Sahota shot to recognition in the BBC talent competition Let it Shine where Gary Barlow auditioned young hopefuls for his stage musical The Band. Making it through to the finals, Anthony’s talent was rewarded with offers of recording contracts, however he took the decision to concentrate on his studies and a degree in engineering was his reward!

Never shaking off the thrill of performing, Anthony was directed by Andrew Lloyd Webber in Whistle Down the Wind, appeared in the Bollywood musical Bring on the Bollywood and spent most of 2022 touring the UK in the David Walliams hit Billionaire Boy  before appearing in the pantomime Aladdin at Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone.

Joining them will be popular returning star, Lowestoft’s favourite Terry Gleed as Wishy Washy and back by popular demand Alexander Lee – who wowed audiences as Fleshcreep in Jack & the Beanstalk, will take up the role of Abanaza. Completing the principle cast actress Mia Longman will play the princess.

Aladdin takes off at the Marina Theatre in Lowestoft from 12 December to 1 January 2024. Book your tickets here.