12–14 Nov2026
Musical
Shrek The Musical
Dusmagrik Young People's Theatre Company
Theatre
Box office:01493 662832Open every day, 10am–3pm
Gorleston Pavilion Theatre & Bandstand
Live entertainment by the sea
Discover theatre, music, comedy, family shows and free community events at our historic seafront venue.
3 December 2026–3 January 2027
Join us for Sleeping Beauty, our traditional family pantomime by the sea, serving Great Yarmouth and Gorleston this Christmas.
Book Sleeping Beauty ticketsShows coming up
Book theatre, comedy, music and family entertainment.
Free & community events
Drop in, meet people and enjoy regular activities at the Pavilion—many are completely free.
16–30 Nov2026
Cabaret Night
Monday Club November 2026 - Free Weekly Live Music
Pavilion Theatre
Bar
17 Nov – 23 Feb2026 – 2027
Workshop
The Pavilion Shanty Choir
The Rogue Shanty Buoys
Theatre
19 Nov – 7 Dec2026
Tours
Theatre Tours
Gorleston Pavilion Trust
Theatre
28 Nov2026
Indoor Market
Christmas Market
Pavilion Theatre
Theatre
Plan your visit
Everything you need for a relaxed visit to the Pavilion and Gorleston seafront.
Our theatre
A historic theatre at the heart of Gorleston
The Pavilion is an independent Edwardian theatre and open-air bandstand, presenting live entertainment and bringing the community together throughout the year.
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Keep live entertainment thriving in Gorleston
Every gift helps protect our historic theatre, sustain live performance and keep community activity accessible to everyone.
Latest news
Bruno Peek, Queen Elizabeth II's former pageant master, dies aged 75
Everyone at the Gorleston Pavilion is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Bruno Peek, aged 75, former Royal Pageant master, proud Gorleston resident and friend of the theatre.
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Muddy Stilettos Finalists for 3rd Year in a Row
We're delighted to share that Gorleston Pavilion Theatre has once again been named a finalist in the 2026 Muddy Stilettos Awards.
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Desmond Barrit (1944 - 2026)
Everyone at the Pavilion is devastated to learn of the passing of Desmond Barrit, a true force of British theatre and our friend.
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