Morse and Cryptic Crosswords! Free Pre-Show Talk

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Theatre Royal Brighton

Wed 22 Oct and Thu 23 Oct 2025

Closed

Inspector Morse is known for his love of real ale and cryptic crosswords, so what better way to celebrate his first stage outing than an entertaining pre-show talk by Guardian cryptic crossword setter - and Brightonian - John Halpern, aka ‘Paul’.

Theatre Royal Brighton

Wed 22 Oct and Thu 23 Oct 2025

New Road, Brighton, BN1 1SD

Wed and Thu at 18:15

For group bookings of 10 or more:

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Or call 020 7206 1174

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Grab a pint of Harvey’s real ale from The Colonnade Bar on your way up to the Royal Circle Bar and join us for an insight into the puzzling world of cryptic clues and wordplay!

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Theatre Royal Brighton

New Road, Brighton, BN1 1SD

Brighton Rail Station

The Box Office is open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing. See 'What's On' section for performance times

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Bar - Pre-show & interval drinks and snacks

Cloakroom - Coats & small bags (Charge applies)

Membership Benefits - 25% off pre-show drinks (30mins prior)

Theatre Royal Brighton has entertained audiences for over 218 years. This Grade II* listed building is one of the oldest theatres in the country and continues to delight audiences with pre and post West End shows.

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Theatre Royal Brighton

Wed 22 Oct and Thu 23 Oct 2025

New Road, Brighton, BN1 1SD

Wed and Thu at 18:15

For group bookings of 10 or more:

Submit a request online

Or call 020 7206 1174

Morse and Cryptic Crosswords! Free Pre-Show Talk

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