This is a single theartre, not a complex…read more This lovely old theartre has a lot of chacter and charm. It is faily large, accommadating around 600 people. Back stage are plenty of changing room - my daughter has performed here. The accoustics are good, and frankly I'd come here to see any gig, or play. It has a great atmoshere. There can be quite a bit of walking for the loos etc, but the cafe is worth a visit. I'm not too sure about disabled access, so phone in advance.

I have been to the Pavilion since I was a kid watching pantomimes and now I go to concerts, opera…read moreand other events. The building hasn't changed much over the years, but runs beautifully and has great appeal and charm. The acoustics are good and viewing is spot on. I always enjoy coming here and there is always a good variety of shows throughout the year.

My children love it there and cant wait to go each Saturday. i totaly recomend it.read more

We went to see a play about Eva Cassidy last year as a late christmas present. Not really being a…read moretheatre goer before, not out of choice, more because of money, we weren't sure what to expect. It was really hard to park, and in the end we ended up finding a spot in a car-park down the road. Once in, it was quick trip to our seats (full house) and very enjoyable evening was had. The place is very nice to look, kept in good condition, big stage, sound quality was good and everything ran smoothly. We will be going again to see something else, although maybe getting there very early and nabbing a parking spot. Overall 4/5

An excellent live music venue. Kind of like Wembley arena, only a fair bit smaller, and more…read moreimportantly, much warmer and with a wooden floor. The concrete floor and metal roof at Wembley has quite a negative effect on the sound, whereas Bournemouth has the feeling of a large theatre or even a school assembly hall. I saw Counting Crows here on the This Desert Life tour, and the stage set up with multiple walkways and instrument set ups was more lavish then you would expect for a small venue. The sound has a warmth that is partly down to the lack of harsh reflecting surfaces.

The Lighthouse is Poole's theatres, concert venue, and has a cinema…read more There are two theatres in The Lighthouse, which hosts a wide variety of entertainment, from ballet to tribute bands, and annually a pantomine. The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra is based here, (yes, I noticed the geographical misalignment too) and perform regularly. This week they have played concerts for some of the local schools. A month ago, I saw a touring company from the LSC performing jazz dance one evening and another company from the LSC performing modern ballet a couple of evenings later. The quality is astounding and I'm amazed that we can attract such talent to the provinces! There is also a small cinema which shows art films and a 'big' movie some months after it left the popular box offices. There is an eatery downstairs in the foyer, and bars on the first floor. All the staff are very helpful indeed, and advise you of discounts available. Booking is always easy, and they don't mind at all if you take a while to make up your mind about seating. The loos are clean! Seats are nice and comfy. Parking outside is for Blue Vadge holders only, or dropping off. Car parking is in the Dolphin multi storey (don't use the Park - you'll get locked in!).

I agree with Bluesofty on almost everything. They show a lot of different types of music, theatre,…read moredance and performance - some really astounding, some less so, but lots of choice. (We attract it because of subsidy by the way - the level went way up when the government changed last.) The cinema has a monthly Now Showing meeting where you can go to discuss what's been on, what's coming and what you'd like to be on. They give you free tickets for it too! It's the pity the eating is rather ordinary and the wine usually paint stripper in my experience. Park in the Park by all means. It is locked up very early in the morning - about 6 I think - and reopens at 10 for cars, so most performances at the Lighthouse will have finished by then!

Had a brilliant night, last Saturday, all age groups, did matter, if you were…read more80,punk,hippie,alternative etc... Really friendly and funny bar staff.. Incredible tribute to Charlie Chaplin, the work and art that's been put into this fantastic pub, Cellar Bar is magical, with the outside garden areas.. I'm going back with the family, such an experience... Well done guys, plus no trouble with punters.. Just me spilling my pint.. So sorry, made to feel at ease about it. Xx

Excellent venue for gigs. Warm friendly environment. Great garden area, live entertainment most…read morenights

Amazing Sunday Roast! I was with a vegan and she had a totally delicious roast too!! Cocktails were…read morereally awesome and the Live Music was sooooo good. Definitely will be going back for their music Sunday's and more food.

Went here for a friends Hen Party at the weekend, just to note the club is now Cameo & Myu…read more(formerly Lava Ignite). Honestly I'm generally not a big fan of strip shows, I did enjoy this show though, it wasn't overly sleazy, and I felt that is was done in fairly good taste. I LOVED the drag compere though 'Cherry Darling' she was witty, fun and just generally lovely. The club was massive which allowed for plenty of space, it was really hot and sweaty, the drinks were overpriced (which is pretty standard), the only real thing that put a dampener on the night were horrible guys thinking it's ok to feel you up.