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The Ropetackle Arts Centre

Ropetackle Arts Centre is a purpose built community-run arts venue that attracts some of the biggest and best performing arts events in the UK. Situated in the heart of Shoreham, West Sussex, our goal is to stage events for all tastes and all budgets for the good folk of Adur and beyond. A registered charity, and staffed almost exclusively by volunteers (including our trustees), the centre is run by, and for, the local community. Friendly, welcoming, diverse and fun, we guarantee a great night out at a fair price. Our superbly equipped auditorium performance space seats 200, or 350 standing. We have a separate mezzanine space (for small events or meetings), two well-stocked bars, plus a large light and airy foyer which houses our in-house café.

What's On @ The Ropetackle Arts Centre

Ropetackle Comedy Club

Ropetackle Comedy Club

16 Jul 2026 - 19 Nov 2026

Shoreham’s funniest night out is back – and we’ve handpicked SIX of the very best comics on the circuit to keep you laughing all night long. Expect fast-paced gags, outrageous stories, and the kind of night you’ll be telling your mates to come a;long to next time. Grab your tickets – the third Thursday of the month just got funnier!
Live/Wire: The AC/DC Show

Live/Wire: The AC/DC Show

10 Jul 2026 - 4 Jun 2027

Live/Wire bring the thunder of AC/DC to life with unmatched energy, passion, and power. Celebrating 25 years, this critically acclaimed tribute delivers a full-throttle two-hour show packed with cannons, Marshall stacks, and hits spanning Back in Black to PWR UP, plus Bon Scott-era classics. Featuring Podge Blacksmith as Brian Johnson and Simon Davies as Angus Young, Live/Wire captures the raw, electrifying spirit of rock’s greatest band.
The Rezillos

The Rezillos

9 Oct 2026 - 13 Feb 2027

The Rezillos burst forth upon the rock scene in 1976, having gathered together at Edinburgh College of Art. Through a shared love of Sixties Garage Rock and the Spectoresque Girl Group glam of The Ronettes and The Shangri-Las, The Rezillosfound themselves inadvertently caught up in the Punk or New Wave movement. Their debut single, I Can't Stand My Baby, shot them to underground fame initially via airings on John Peel's radio show. Their classic singles My Baby Does Good Sculptures, Top of the Pops and Destination Venus signalled critically acclaimed milestones for the band. Their landmark album of 1978 Can't Stand the Rezillos reached the top 10 in the UK album chart. They appeared twice on the legendary Old Grey Whistle Test and hit the Top Twenty with their hit single Top of the Pops, a satirical swipe at the UK pop music show of the same name. Once the band had achieved chart success it was inevitable that they should appear on the same show! They followed up that same year with a live recording, Mission Accomplished... But the Beat Goes On, and promptly broke up to the anguish of fans and music critics alike.
Stone Foundation

Stone Foundation

3 Oct 2026 - 23 Apr 2027

Stone Foundation are a British soul band known for their energetic fusion of classic soul, jazz, and rhythm and blues, woven with socially conscious lyrics.
Graham Parker

Graham Parker

8 Sept 2026 - 1 Oct 2026

Regarded as one of the UK's most distinguished and original songwriters Graham Parker is perhaps best known as lead singer of Graham & The Rumour who preceded the arrival of punk rock and new wave, his career has spanned over 40 years and was recently reinvigorated when acclaimed US film producer and director Judd Apatow cast Parker in his hit film 'This Is 40', featuring a performance by GP & The Rumour that signalled the band to reform to play a series of now legendary come back concerts. Expect songs from early albums with the Rumour, his solo career and the present day with tunes from recent Rumour reunion albums.
Fleetwood Bac

Fleetwood Bac

3 Jul 2026 - 7 May 2027

Fleetwood Bac were the world's first Fleetwood Mac tribute show. The classic Mac sound, the look, the mystical atmosphere and that infamous on-stage chemistry are all portrayed with the passion and energy that got them the ultimate seal of approval from the real Fleetwood Mac members including Mick 'Big Daddy' Fleetwood and original Mac guitarist Peter Green!
Thea Gilmore

Thea Gilmore

16 Oct 2026 - 24 Oct 2026

Prolific singer-songwriter from Oxfordshire whose style is strongly influenced by Bob Dylan, Tom Waits and Joni Mitchell. An artist of enduring international acclaim (Bruce Springsteen regularly names her as a favourite) and a justly revered lyricist, Gilmore’s musical settings have taken many ingenious detours in recent years.
Little Folk Ceilidh

Little Folk Ceilidh

26 Sept 2026 - 26 Sept 2026

Little Folk Ceilidh is back for another joyful afternoon of live folk music, dancing and family fun! With live folk music from Spriggan, bringing together Irish, English, Scottish and Eastern European traditions, this is a lively, welcoming introduction to the magic of folk music and dance. Join us for a fun, family-friendly ceilidh designed especially for young children and their grown ups, where you’ll be gently guided through simple dances, no experience needed! Or simply relax and enjoy the live music. Early booking is recommended after previous events sold out!

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