Trinity Theatre Reveals Packed Programme for 2026
Trinity Theatre in Tunbridge Wells opens its doors to 2026 with an eclectic mix of entertainment. Music, dance, comedy, theatre, film and the very best tribute artists make up Trinity Theatre’s vibrant programme this year.
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Thanks to the success of its festive production Nativity! The Musical, Trinity will continue to invest in and expand its strong community engagement programme throughout the year. This builds on findings from its Social Economic Impact study, which revealed that for every £1 spent at Trinity, £6.22 in social value is generated for the wider community.
Comedy fans can look forward to a riotous start to the year as Rory Bremner & Guests (Thursday 29th January, 7.30pm) kick things off with big laughs. Widely regarded as Britain’s leading satirical impressionist, Bremner boasts a television career spanning more than 30 years, delivering definitive impersonations from Blair to Brown, Clinton to Cameron and Bush to Trump. Further comedy highlights in 2026 include appearances from Matt Forde, Andy Zaltzman and Lucy Porter.
Europe’s most successful Elvis Presley tribute artist Lee Memphis King recreates the essence of the King’s ‘Vegas Years’ in One Night of Elvis (Friday 30th January, 7.30pm) with consummate ease and a combination of stunningly accurate vocals and incredible passion in every performance. Resplendent in the most authentic costumes, video projection and an orchestra backing this incredible performer, prepare to be taken back in time to see Elvis in the way it was.
Music continues with a captivating Valentine’s evening celebrating romance and timeless melodies. The Greatest Love Songs (Saturday 14th February, 7.30pm) honours some of the most beautiful love songs ever written, featuring classics by Sting, Elton John, Billy Joel, Carole King, Norah Jones, Eva Cassidy and many more. With the breathtaking vocals of Susannah Ruth, this unforgettable performance promises a romantic journey through iconic songs.
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Dance returns with the highly anticipated comeback of Eliot Smith Dance Company (Saturday 7th March, 7.30pm), presenting a bold reimagining of Smith’s powerful work POPPY. Featuring a new original score by multi-award-winning composer Adam Johnson and performed by five exceptional dancers, this evocative piece reflects on war, conflict and sacrifice, drawing on the enduring symbolism of the poppy flower from John McCrae’s poetry.
Theatre lovers are in for a treat as the West End hit The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) returns, rebooted and reimagined for 2026 by the Reduced Shakespeare Company (Saturday 2nd May, 7.30pm). This worldwide comic phenomenon delivers a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud journey through all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays in one fabulous performance. Younger audiences and families will also be well catered for; with Tom Fletcher’s There’s a Monster in Your Show (Wednesday 6th & Thursday 7th May) bringing the popular children’s story vividly to life on stage.
With something for every age and taste, Trinity Theatre’s 2026 programme promises a year of entertainment, creativity and community connection.
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