John Partridge will play Hannibal Lecter opposite Mollie Gallagher’s Clarice Starling when The Silence of the Lambs arrives at Theatre Royal Brighton from Monday 1 to Saturday 6 March 2027.
The stage adaptation of Thomas Harris’s novel forms part of a UK and Ireland tour. Gina Gionfriddo has adapted the psychological thriller, with Nikolai Foster directing.
Brighton audiences have eight performances to choose from, including two matinees. Tickets are on sale through the theatre’s official booking site.
Brighton performances at a glance
| Venue | Theatre Royal Brighton, New Road, BN1 1SD |
|---|---|
| Dates | Monday 1 to Saturday 6 March 2027 |
| Evenings | Monday to Saturday, 7.30pm |
| Matinees | Thursday and Saturday, 2.30pm |
| Captioned performance | Thursday 4 March 2027, 7.30pm |
| Running time | 2 hours 15 minutes, including an interval |
| Age guidance | 15+. Under-16s must attend with an adult. |
| Tickets | From £17.50, checked on 29 September 2026 |
What is The Silence of the Lambs about?
FBI trainee Clarice Starling visits imprisoned psychiatrist and murderer Hannibal Lecter as investigators search for another serial killer, Buffalo Bill.
Lecter has knowledge Clarice needs, but his cooperation comes with questions about her own life. As another woman’s disappearance adds pressure to the investigation, their interviews become a contest over how much each is prepared to reveal.
The producers describe the adaptation as the novel’s world stage play premiere. The production opened at Curve in Leicester in August 2026 before travelling around the UK and Ireland.
John Partridge and Mollie Gallagher lead the cast
Partridge is familiar to television viewers as Christian Clarke in EastEnders. His theatre credits include Cabaret, Cats and Everybody’s Talking About Jamie.
Gallagher, known for playing Nina Lucas in Coronation Street, takes the role of Clarice in her professional theatre debut. Emmerdale actor Oliver Farnworth plays FBI agent Jack Crawford, with Sam Jackson, whose credits include Skins, as Buffalo Bill.
The announced company also includes Minal Patel, Jo Mousley, Lottie Amor, Mark Peachey, Andrew Joshi, Jonny Magnanti and Mary Timbrell Hill. Check the venue listing for casting updates before booking.
Tickets, access and audience guidance
Book through Theatre Royal Brighton. Prices vary by performance and seat.
The Thursday 4 March evening performance, at 7.30pm, is captioned.
Before you book
Audience guidance and access
Age guidance is 15+, and under-16s must attend with an adult. The production includes violence, murder, sexual harassment and violence, strong language including homophobic language, and depictions of human remains. Staging also uses flashing lights, haze and loud sounds, including gunshots.
The theatre has step-free access to the ground floor and Stalls through its New Road box office entrance. Upper levels require stairs, and the building has no lift. The venue’s access guide explains seating and assistance arrangements.
If you are arriving early, our guide to The Lanes and North Laine covers the surrounding shopping streets, cafés and places to eat before the show.
Nearby dates for Sussex audiences
The tour moves from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells Assembly Hall Theatre from 9 to 13 March 2027. Richmond Theatre follows from 5 to 10 April.
Check before making plans
Eastbourne dates need confirmation
Earlier announcements included Eastbourne’s Congress Theatre from 18 to 23 January 2027. Those dates no longer appear on the producer’s current tour schedule. Contact Eastbourne Theatres for confirmation before making plans around the January run.
Full remaining UK and Ireland tour dates
The following schedule covers the current Milton Keynes engagement and every later stop listed on the official production website on 29 September 2026.
| Dates | Venue | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 28 September–3 October 2026 | Milton Keynes Theatre | Milton Keynes |
| 6–10 October 2026 | Lowry | Salford |
| 12–17 October 2026 | Alhambra Theatre | Bradford |
| 19–24 October 2026 | New Theatre Oxford | Oxford |
| 27–31 October 2026 | New Theatre | Peterborough |
| 2–7 November 2026 | New Theatre | Hull |
| 10–14 November 2026 | Grand Opera House | Belfast |
| 24–28 November 2026 | Bord Gáis Energy Theatre | Dublin |
| 5–9 January 2027 | The Alexandra | Birmingham |
| 11–16 January 2027 | The Grand Theatre | Blackpool |
| 26–30 January 2027 | Malvern Theatre | Malvern |
| 15–20 February 2027 | Grand Theatre | Swansea |
| 22–27 February 2027 | Storyhouse | Chester |
| 1–6 March 2027 | Theatre Royal Brighton | Brighton |
| 9–13 March 2027 | Assembly Hall Theatre | Tunbridge Wells |
| 15–20 March 2027 | Grand Opera House | York |
| 31 March–3 April 2027 | Belgrade Theatre | Coventry |
| 5–10 April 2027 | Richmond Theatre | Richmond |
| 12–17 April 2027 | Everyman Theatre | Cheltenham |
| 19–24 April 2027 | Bournemouth Pavilion | Bournemouth |
| 26 April–1 May 2027 | Grand Theatre | Wolverhampton |
| 4–8 May 2027 | Lyceum Theatre | Sheffield |
| 10–15 May 2027 | New Theatre | Cardiff |
| 17–22 May 2027 | Opera House | Buxton |
| 31 May–5 June 2027 | New Victoria Theatre | Woking |
| 15–19 June 2027 | Liverpool Empire | Liverpool |
| 21–26 June 2027 | Sunderland Empire | Sunderland |
Frequently asked questions
Which performances are matinees?
The Brighton matinees take place on Thursday 4 and Saturday 6 March 2027, both at 2.30pm.
Is this a musical?
No. Gina Gionfriddo’s adaptation is a stage play based on Thomas Harris’s novel.
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