Gift guide

Gift guide

Treat your favourite person to a trip to the Theatre to see one of these brilliant upcoming shows or let them choose with a CFT gift voucher.

Treat your special someone...

  1. A black-and-white-photo taken on the crowded steps of Chichester Law Court. In the centre, two young men in stylish suits walk down the steps, holding their hands in front of their faces to block the camera. Around them, women in 1960s hairstyles and coats look up at the two men, some with excited expressions. On the left stands a stern policeman in a hat, with two more policemen and photographers in the background.
    Festival Theatre

    Redlands

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    More info about Redlands Book now
  2. A black and white image of a man in a pin stripe suit looks aghast with his arms and hands outstretched. Behind him his shadow lurks overhead ready to pounce.
    Minerva Theatre

    The Cat and the Canary

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    More info about The Cat and the Canary Book now
  3. Against a bright pink sparkly background, someone holds a record in front of their face. The record cover shows a painting of Dolly Parton with bright blonde curly hair, bold pink makeup and a sparkly dress, holding a sparkly microphone.
    Festival Theatre

    Here You Come Again

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    More info about Here You Come Again Book now
  4. On a rich blue background with a wood pattern are the words: 'Direct from the West End, Come From Away, The Award-Winning Musical that Welcomes the World' in white and yellow capital letters. The 'O' in 'From' is represented by a globe.
    Festival Theatre

    Come From Away

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    More info about Come From Away Book now
  5. Festival Theatre

    SIX

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    More info about SIX Book now

Music and comedy

  1. Festival Theatre

    Julian Ovenden in Concert

    More info about Julian Ovenden in Concert Book now
  2. A headshot of a bald man with a tidy grey beard. He is pulling an angry face, his mouth is open as if mid-scream, smoke shooting out of his ears. He wears a black t-shirt and stands against a black backdrop.
    Festival Theatre

    Omid Djalili: Namaste

    More info about Omid Djalili: Namaste Book now
  3. Festival Theatre

    The Pirates of Penzance

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    More info about The Pirates of Penzance Book now
  4. A cartoon-style graphic with text at the centre which reads "Friday Night Music Night". The background is a light peach colour, on the left is a blue double bass and on the right is a pink viola. Above the text is the BBC logo.
    Festival Theatre

    Friday Night is Music Night - A Celebration of Film

    More info about Friday Night is Music Night - A Celebration of Film Book now
  5. A woman with long, blonde curly hair, wearing a simple black tank top, is laughing. She is at the centre of the shot with a peach-coloured backdrop behind her.
    Minerva Theatre

    Judy Carmichael

    More info about Judy Carmichael Book now
  6. A close shot of a blonde woman. She is made up with a sparkly top and heavy make-up. She has a serious look as she gazes off to the side. Her hair takes centre stage.
    Minerva Theatre

    Jude The Unsinkable

    More info about Jude The Unsinkable Book now
  7. A group of men wearing heavy outdoor clothing, some playing instruments, stand singing on a fishing jetty against a Cornish sea cove
    Festival Theatre

    Fisherman's Friends

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Fun with friends

  1. Nathan Queeley-Dennis wears a black leather jacket and sunglasses and poses, looking cool. There are white sparkles highlighting the silver accents on the jewellery, sunglasses and jacket. The background is bright red with pink rose petals falling.
    Minerva Theatre

    Bullring Techno Makeout Jamz

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    More info about Bullring Techno Makeout Jamz Book now
  2. An illustration of two people holding hands and jumping with their free arms outstretched. Over their faces is a bright pink poster that reads 'After the Act: A Section 28 Musical'.
    Minerva Theatre

    After the Act

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    More info about After the Act Book now
  3. Five women dressed in Regency dresses but modern lace-up boots are having a party. In the foreground, a woman in a yellow satin dress and white petticoat, with a feather in her hair, stands with one foot on a loudspeaker, holding a microphone; a woman in a dark blue riding coat over a white dress holds a red paper cup in her hand and stands looking haughtily at us with an accordion and a red military unform draped at her feet; and a blonde woman in a pink satin dress sits at a piano, laughing. Behind them, on a curving staircase, a woman dressed in blue and red brandishes a magnum of champagne, and another in purple with a feathered headdress plays a trumpet. Confetti cascades from the ceiling and the atmosphere is raucous and celebratory.
    Festival Theatre

    Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of)

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    More info about Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of) Book now
  4. An enthusiastic audience sit on chairs and up on a bench in the bar, lit in purples and blues. They are all watching something, laughing and smiling, having an amazing time.
    Minerva Theatre

    CFT Lates: Comedy Night

    More info about CFT Lates: Comedy Night Book now
  5. A jolly man wearing a bright orange coat and yellow beret is standing against a pink backdrop. He pulls a very joyful expression; his mouth is open in suspenseful excitement.
    Minerva Theatre

    Looking for Me Friend

    More info about Looking for Me Friend Book now
  6. Minerva Bar

    Silent Disco

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    More info about Silent Disco Book now

Family favourites

  1. An image of a table strewn with Lego, a hand reaches to begin creating.
    Festival Theatre foyer

    The Brick People

    More info about The Brick People Book now
  2. A girl is sat in a red theatre seat, with her hands held out dramatically. She is in a spotlight. Around her in the shadows are other smiling children.
    Minerva Theatre

    Comedy Club 4 Kids

    More info about Comedy Club 4 Kids Book now
  3. A man and two smiling children stand surrounded by a rainbow of colourful swirling bubbles
    Minerva Theatre

    Creation: The Bubble Show

    More info about Creation: The Bubble Show Book now
  4. Minerva Theatre

    The Gruffalo

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    More info about The Gruffalo Book now
  5. Five cartoon yaks with large horns are dressed in woolly clothing standing around the littlest yak in the middle, much smaller than the rest. She wears a small bobble hat.
    Minerva Theatre

    The Littlest Yak

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    More info about The Littlest Yak Book now
  6. Steven Pimlott building

    Mini Movers (2 - 4 years) 9.30am - Autumn Term 2024

    Tuesdays 10 Sep - 3 Dec (no session 29 Oct due to half term)
    More info about Mini Movers (2 - 4 years) 9.30am - Autumn Term 2024 Book now

Delve deeper with talks, tours and more

  1. Members of the public are stood with their backs to the camera in the CFT costume department. They are looking at a staff member who is talking to them.
    Festival Theatre

    Backstage Tours

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    More info about Backstage Tours Book now
  2. A woman sits in a rehearsal room with a script in her lap, smiling.
    Steven Pimlott building

    The Cat and the Canary Experience Weekend

    More info about The Cat and the Canary Experience Weekend Book now
  3. A black-and-white-photo taken on the crowded steps of Chichester Law Court. In the centre, two young men in stylish suits walk down the steps, holding their hands in front of their faces to block the camera. Around them, women in 1960s hairstyles and coats look up at the two men, some with excited expressions. On the left stands a stern policeman in a hat, with two more policemen and photographers in the background.
    Festival Theatre foyer

    Guided Exhibition Tour: Court of Public Opinion

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    More info about Guided Exhibition Tour: Court of Public Opinion Book now
  4. A group of women stand talking, some with drinks in their hands. In the centre, a woman with long, bright blue hair, wearing a black hat, is laughing at something her neighbour is saying. A sign saying 'Box Office' can be glimpsed in the background.
    Minerva Bar

    Fizz & Feminism

    Thu 6 June & Thu 26 Sep
    More info about Fizz & Feminism Book now

This festive season

  1. The Band of HM Royal Marines stand on the Festival Theatre Stage dressed in red military jackets, facing out front. Behind them are five blue-lit Christmas Trees.
    Festival Theatre

    Christmas Concerts

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    More info about Christmas Concerts Book now
  2. A young girl in a red winter coat hugs a small Christmas tree. She is smiling contentedly with her eyes closed, and has a red tartan bow in her hair. The tree is decorated with red tinsel, purple baubles and gold twinkly lights. Snow is falling around them.
    Minerva Theatre

    Hey! Christmas Tree

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    More info about Hey! Christmas Tree Book now
  3. A mother smiles as she lifts her baby to the camera. The baby is wearing a Christmas themed baby grow reading 'Ho Ho Ho'
    Minerva Bar

    Baby Broadway Christmas Special

    More info about Baby Broadway Christmas Special Book now
  4. Festival Theatre

    Cinderella

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    More info about Cinderella Book now
  5. The Brasserie

    Mistletoe & Melodies

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    More info about Mistletoe & Melodies Book now
  6. A small child 'high-fives' Santa in a sparkly grotto.

    Santa's Grotto

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    More info about Santa's Grotto Book now

Not sure what they'd like? Let them choose!

The Festival Theatre auditorium is seen from the stage. The audience is full. The black and gold stage stretches out in front of the camera. On the left of the frame is a grand piano. Two white crystal chandeliers hang down from the ceiling. There are lots of golden lights shining towards the stage and the camera from the ceiling

CFT Gift Vouchers

The perfect gift for almost everybody!
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Members of the public are stood with their backs to the camera in the CFT costume department. They are looking at a staff member who is talking to them.

Backstage Tours

Explore behind the scenes at one of our regular tours or book a private tour for groups of 10+
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Marvellous memberships

A group of men sit close together; one had a pint in his hand and is smiling, another is wearing a cap and another has a St George's flag draped over his shoulders.

Friends Gift Membership

A whole year of membership (as well as priority booking and ticket discounts!)
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Festival Players

Want to get closer to the Theatre you love? Upgrade to a Festival Player Membership
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Go full circle

Connect with shows, artists and new friends with access to shows from page to stage.
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