Chichester Festival Theatre creates inspiring experiences that bring people together – on and off the stage. Creativity is at the heart of everything we do, and we aim to light a spark in everyone who experiences our work – locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.
As one of the UK’s flagship theatres, we are renowned for the exceptionally high standard of our productions and our industry-leading work with the community and young people. At the heart of our work are our core values: we are creatively ambitious, community-driven, inclusivity champions, and sustainably minded.
The Festival Theatre’s bold thrust stage design makes it one of England’s most striking playhouses – equally suited to epic drama and musicals. The studio theatre, the Minerva, is particularly noted for premieres of new work alongside intimate revivals. Our new third venue, The Nest, opened in summer 2025: a vibrant space for dynamic work and the talent of tomorrow.
Countless productions which started life at CFT have transferred to the West End or toured nationally and internationally over the past six decades, from musicals to significant new plays and classic revivals. In 2026, six previous CFT productions are playing in London or around the UK.
We will always aspire to excellence; boldly push boundaries; seek and support current and future voices; and ensure everyone feels that they belong.
To read more about us, visit cft.org.uk.
Take a look at Chichester Festival Theatre Instagram to see whats on or take a look at the 2026 festival season video below.
The 2026 season is now live, take a look and see what's on and book your favourite theatre shows.
Guide prices
The ‘Prices & info’ tab on each show page on our website will always have the most up-to-date prices and availability. If you have any trouble, contact our friendly Box Office on 01243 781312 or box.office@cft.org.uk.
Ticket prices are subject to change.
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Beautiful South Awards Winners 2021/22 - Gold 2022
Tourism South East Member 25/26 - Gold 2025| Season (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Saturday | 09:00 | - 18:00 |
* Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pm (or until the end of the show if there is an evening performance).
Bank Holidays can vary, please call before you visit.
Only open on Sundays if there is a performance.
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