The Central and Brook Theatres

Welcome to the official page of The Central and Brook Theatres. Our two venues offer a wide range of entertainment both professional and amateur.

Our two venues offer a wide range of entertainment, both professional and amateur. The Central Theatre is a 966 seater venue which offers comfortable surrounds to help ensure your trip to the theatre is a memorable one. The Brook Theatre is situated in the Old Town Hall. This splendid building was opened in January 1900. The Brook Theatre offers a variety of events ranging from Cabaret (approx 125 seating with tables) to a maximum 400 seater venue.

31/07/2024

⚪An Evening with Tottenham Legends
📅Tuesday, 11 February 2025 - The Central Theatre

Come and join Tottenham Legends; Ledley King ands Ossie Ardiles along with host Graham Roberts and hear first hand accounts from your favourite players and gain unique perspective on sport and all things spurs, with over 700 appearances between all 3 players for the club, this is a night for any Spurs fan!

🎫Book directly with us at either: https://orlo.uk/utD0w or by phone with our Box Office on 01634 338 338 to avoid paying booking fees.

30/07/2024

🕺Lost In Music - One Night at the Disco
📅Saturday, 17 May 2025 - The Central Theatre

Embark on an electrifying journey through the sensational 70s. Our world class band and dazzling vocals are set to transport you straight to the heart of disco fever.

Get ready to re-live timeless hits from icons like Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind & Fire, Sister Sledge and Chic.

🎫Book directly with us at either: https://orlo.uk/PhigI or by phone with our Box Office on 01634 338 338 to avoid paying booking fees.

29/07/2024

🌟Magic of Motown
📅Friday, 9 May 2025 - The Central Theatre

Come celebrate our brand-new show for 2025 as we Reach Out and show you there Ain’t No Mountain High Enough with the biggest Motown party of the year.

Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular.

🎫Book directly with us at either: https://orlo.uk/dOOFa or by phone with our Box Office on 01634 338 338 to avoid paying booking fees.

28/07/2024

🎱Black Ball 40th Anniversary Tour
📅Thursday, 30 January 2025 - The Central Theatre

Come and join Steve Davis and Dennis Taylor as they recreate the match that gripped a nation – the 1985 World Snooker Final. A record-breaking 18.5m TV viewers stayed up to watch the legendary match and this is your chance to see the rematch with snooker royalty as we recreate the final frame from that special night.

🎫Book directly with us at either: https://orlo.uk/Rg7pn or by phone with our Box Office on 01634 338 338 to avoid paying booking fees.

27/07/2024

🎄That'll Be The Day - Christmas Show
📅Monday, 11 November 2024 - The Central Theatre

Get into the festive spirit with That’ll Be The Day’s Christmas Show ❄

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and laughter where hilarious comedy sketches blend with heart-warming renditions of all your favourite Christmas songs.

🎫Book directly with us at either: https://orlo.uk/m2Jx6 or by phone with our Box Office on 01634 338 338 to avoid paying booking fees.

26/07/2024

😂Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons
📅Wednesday, 5 February 2025 - The Central Theatre

Jason Manford is back with his brand-new live show, A Manford All Seasons. Jason’s been busy since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit.

🔞 Strictly ages 14+

🎫Book directly with us at either: https://orlo.uk/4pP1R by phone with our Box Office on 01634 338 338 to avoid paying booking fees.

25/07/2024

Once again, it's throw🔙 Thursday!

Following on from last week's post about the great Jimi Hendrix, this week we're reminding you of when rock royalty 'Deep Purple' visited The Central! 👑

On Saturday, 11 April 1970 the band graced the stage in Chatham, adding to the incredible list of music greats to perform on that stage.

Comment down below the best performance you've ever seen at The Central⬇

25/07/2024

🎹Billy Joel: Piano Man
📅Friday, 4 April 2025 - The Central Theatre

In this brand-new touring theatre show Robert Schmuck (Billy The Kid) and his amazing 7 piece band perform breath-taking musical arrangements of Billy Joel's multi-million selling songs such as My Life, Uptown Girl, River Of Dreams, Tell Her About It, Still Rock n Roll To Me, An Innocent Man, Movin Out Just The Way You Are, We Didn’t Start The Fire, Piano Man, The Longest Time and many, many more, it’s a non-stop hits show!

🎫Book directly with us at either: https://orlo.uk/H31pC or by phone with our Box Office on 01634 338 338 to avoid paying booking fees.

24/07/2024

🎸The Legend of Meatloaf
📅Saturday, 25 January 2025 - The Central Theatre

The World’s premier show in tribute to Meat Loaf, featuring the Ultimate Dead Ringer to Meat Loaf, Craig Halford, as seen on ITV’s Stars in Their Eyes and Channel 4’s The Last Leg.

Experience all the hits from what is one of the best-selling artists of all time, culminating over 80 million album sales, a grammy award and the best rock and roll love anthems ever written.

🎟Book directly with us to avoid booking fee: https://orlo.uk/ell9k or phone our Box Office on 01634 338 338 📞

23/07/2024

🎤A Luther Vandross Celebration
📅Friday, 31 January 2025 - The Central Theatre

The World’s premier show in celebration of The Velvet Voice. Experience all the hits from his amazing career, culminating in over 40 million album sales and eight Grammy awards including many of the greatest dance anthems and love songs ever written, fronted by international Luther Vandross tribute Harry Cambridge and his 10-piece band.

🎟Book directly with us to avoid booking fee: https://orlo.uk/xKBzH or phone our Box Office on 01634 338 338 📞

22/07/2024

🤣Ben Elton: Authentic Stupidity
📅Friday, 15 November 2024 - The Central Theatre

Following the huge success of Ben Elton’s critically acclaimed sold-out UK tour in 2019, which marked his return to live comedy after a fifteen year hiatus, the undisputed godfather of modern stand-up is going back on the road with his new show: Authentic Stupidity.

🎟Book directly with us to avoid booking fee: https://orlo.uk/kRCIF or phone our Box Office on 01634 338 338 📞

21/07/2024

🎤The Marvin Gaye Songbook
📅Thursday, 3 October 2024 - The Central Theatre

Every magical hit is respectfully recreated, brought to life starring West End and X Factor star NATE SIMPSON – fresh from playing Bob Marley in hit West End musical Get Up, Stand Up!

Getting you hot just like an oven we pay tribute, featuring all the hits: I Heard it Through the Grapevine, Sexual Healing, What’s Going On?, through to Ain’t No Mountain High Enough, Too Busy Thinking About My Baby, and many more.

🎟Book directly with us to avoid booking fee: https://orlo.uk/KIFGG or phone our Box Office on 01634 338 338 📞

20/07/2024

👑 Supreme Queen
📅 Sun 13 Oct 2024 at 7.30pm

Surely one of the most recognisable Tribute Bands in the world, the incomparable SUPREME QUEEN pay homage to the halcyon days of one of the greatest ever rock bands.

Book your tickets now 👉 https://orlo.uk/lzc3k

20/07/2024

👑Whitney: Queen of the Night
📅Thursday, 7 November 2024 - The Central Theatre

Direct from the West End, The London Palladium, and the iconic Royal Albert Hall, Whitney – Queen of the Night is a celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of all time: Whitney Houston.

Experience the ultimate tribute to the remarkable musical repertoire of Whitney Houston in an electrifying production that honours her timeless songs with sensational vocalists and a full live band.

🎟Book directly with us to avoid booking fee: https://orlo.uk/SOZYP or phone our Box Office on 01634 338 338 📞

19/07/2024

😂Russell Kane: Hyperactive, plus Support
📅Saturday, 21 September 2024 - The Central Theatre

Whirlwind, FitBit-breaking comedian, presenter, actor and author Russell Kane is out on the road again, setting it on fire with his unique recipe of sharp wit and “storming physical comedy” (Mail on Sunday).

The brand-new tour for 2024 and 2025 comes with a safety warning: wear strong underwear - pants will be spoiled. Russell is high-energy, high-octane, and hyper-active!

🚫Strictly 14+

🎟Book directly with us to avoid booking fee: https://orlo.uk/ZGSSZ or phone our Box Office on 01634 338 338 📞

18/07/2024

🎶Back in The Day
📅Friday, 14 February 2025 - The Central Theatre

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the electrifying energy of the past with Back In The Day, the ultimate nostalgia party. This brand-new show takes you on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant sounds of the 80s, 90s and 00s, all brought to life by exceptional vocalists and a sensational live band.

🎫Book directly with us at either: https://orlo.uk/WCuPm or by phone with our Box Office on 01634 338 338 to avoid paying booking fees.

Photos from The Central and Brook Theatres's post 18/07/2024

It's at The Central Theatre, and today we're running it 🔙 to when one of the greatest 🎸 players of all time visited the 'Central Hall'.

On Friday, 1 December 1967, Jimi Hendrix's three-piece group did two shows, during one of which they played four songs including the Beatles' 'Sergeant Pepper Lonely Hearts Club Band'🤩

17/07/2024

❄Fairytale of New York: Coming Home for Christmas
📅Thursday, 21 November 2024 - The Central Theatre

After three sell out tours, the ultimate Irish - inspired Christmas concert is back with an even bigger production for 2024.

From the producers of Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The Dubliners, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Irish culture as our talented singers, musicians and dancers perform all your festive favourites! Imagine a St Patrick’s Day party... on Christmas Day!

🎟Book directly with us to avoid booking fee: https://orlo.uk/UpGnJ or phone our Box Office on 01634 338 338 📞

16/07/2024

🕺Dancing In The Streets
📅Thursday, 31 October 2024 - The Central Theatre

Get ready for an unforgettable night as we relive the iconic sound of Motown.

A spectacular celebration of classic music from the heart of the Motor City - Detroit, Dancing In The Streets is a concert full of timeless tracks that have shaped generation after generation.

Featuring music made famous by artists such as The Four Tops, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson and The Temptations and performed with amazing energy, style and charisma - this concert will transport you back to the golden age of Motown.

🎟Book directly with us to avoid booking fee: https://orlo.uk/I2j9o or phone our Box Office on 01634 338 338 📞

15/07/2024

😂Simon Brodkin: Screwed Up
📅Wednesday, 23 October 2024 - The Central Theatre

After selling out 110 dates across the UK and Europe, Simon Brodkin, the world-famous prankster, Lee Nelson creator and most-watched British stand-up comedian on TikTok, brings his outrageous stand-up show to Chatham‘s Central Theatre.

*Suitable for ages 14+.

🎫Book directly with us at either: https://orlo.uk/anvAf or by phone with our Box Office on 01634 338 338 to avoid paying booking fees.

14/07/2024

🔪Emma Kenny: Killer Cults
📅Thursday, 24 October 2024 - The Central Theatre

Following on from the success of her Serial Killer Next Door tour, psychology expert Emma Kenny continues her journey into true crime and explores the mysterious and manipulative world of cults.

How can ordinary people, living normal lives, choose to leave their families, friends and everything they have ever known to join a cult? What is it about the power and allure of cult leaders that makes them able to control the minds of their members? And why do these so-called spiritual leaders turn into malevolent murderers? 🩸

🚫 *Strictly suitable for ages 14+

🎫Book directly with us at either: https://orlo.uk/gk6NN or by phone with our Box Office on 01634 338 338 to avoid paying booking fees.

13/07/2024

🤣Omid Djalili: Namaste
📅Friday, 7 February 2025 - The Central Theatre

Omid peacefully bows to his inner anger and unleashes a torrent of comedic vitriol upon the current state of this dangerously messed up planet.

No government gets a green card. No tyrant avoids a take down. No audience member leaves the theatre with an ounce of laughter left in them.

You have been warned.

*Suitable for ages 16+ only.

🎫Book directly with us at either: https://orlo.uk/zIVMy or by phone with our Box Office on 01634 338 338 to avoid paying booking fees.

12/07/2024

The laughs never end at as the country's chief comics are stopping by all-year round🤣

Make sure you don't miss out on ⭐'s such as Rob Beckett, John Bishop, Jimmy Carr and many more!

📜 See our full list of upcoming comics here: https://orlo.uk/1dw76

12/07/2024

🎭Looking to escape the everyday for less? Why not join our Theatre Loyalty Scheme for just £10 a year!

A Loyalty Scheme membership gets you:

- A discount on the adult price for selected shows
- Priority booking - up to 3 days before non-members on numerous shows
- After booking three shows via our box office during your 12-month membership, you'll qualify for two free tickets for that year's Christmas panto (selected performances) at The Central Theatre

To join you can contact our box office via email at: [email protected] or phone on 1634 338 338📞

🔎Learn More: https://orlo.uk/v1CIU

11/07/2024

🎤The Elvis Years: The Story of the King
📅Saturday, 9 November 2024 - The Central Theatre

Now in its 20th year, The Elvis Years, led by original West End lead Mario Kombou, embarks on its biggest ever tour of the UK and beyond.

Undoubtedly the UK’s premier Elvis theatre production, this stunning show takes the audience on a fantastic journey through all the years The King ruled the airwaves.

🎟Book directly with us to avoid booking fee: https://orlo.uk/Sj2ZD or phone our Box Office on 01634 338 338 📞

10/07/2024

🎶Defying Gravity
📅Sunday, 30 March 2025 - The Central Theatre

A celebration of women who have made their mark on the West End Stage.

Featuring the best loved songs from the West End and Broadway, performed by a cast of incredible vocalists and an all female band, this is a must-see for anyone who loves musical theatre. 💜

🎫Book directly with us at either: https://orlo.uk/IfPnv or by phone with our Box Office on 01634 338 338 to avoid paying booking fees.

09/07/2024

⭐The Greatest Star: A Tribute to Barbra Streisand
📅Saturday, 25 April 2025 - The Central Theatre

Starring Kearra Bethany, as seen on ITV’s Starstruck, The Greatest Star: A Tribute to Barbra Streisand takes you on a magical musical journey through time as you sit back & relax, enjoy the sounds of this fabulous concert-style production.

Backed by a fabulous live band, joined on stage by guest artistes for the iconic duets, it’ll bring back all the ‘Mem’ries’!

🎫Book directly with us at either: https://orlo.uk/MdOJR or by phone with our Box Office on 01634 338 338 to avoid paying booking fees.

09/07/2024

We had such a great "Jack and the Beanstalk" photoshoot with Curphey as Silly Billy last week, we just had share some of the images!

Join the BGT sensation and the rest of the superstar cast at The Central and Brook Theatres this Christmas for a GIANT of a pantomime and with guaranteed FEE-FI-FO-FUN!

🎟 Book your tickets today:
https://www.medwayticketslive.co.uk/event/jack-and-the-beanstalk-2024

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Welcome to the official page of The Central and Brook Theatres, Chatham.
Our two venues offer a wide range of entertainment, both professional and amateur.
The Central Theatre hosts various shows including stand-up comedians, West End shows, musicals and panto.

The Brook Theatre is situated in the Old Town Hall. This splendid building was opened in January 1900. The Brook Theatre offers a variety of events ranging from Cabaret (approx 125 seating with tables) to comedians. This holds a maximum of 400 seats.

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