A cherished seasonal favourite returns to Brighton this winter as Love Actually is brought to life on the big screen — accompanied by a live orchestra — at the Brighton Centre on Sunday 30 November 2025, doors opening at 6:30 pm. Brighton Centre+2Brighton Journal+2
Presented by renowned live-event producer Senbla, Love Actually In Concert offers fans the unique cinematic experience of watching the beloved British rom-com while a full orchestra performs the evocative score by Craig Armstrong OBE live to picture. Musicals On Tour UK+2Brighton Journal+2
Originally written and directed by Richard Curtis, Love Actually weaves together ten inter-linking stories of love, loss and laughter set at Christmas time, featuring a star-studded cast including Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson, Colin Firth, Emma Thompson, Keira Knightley and more. Brighton Centre+1 The live-orchestra format lets audiences hear every emotional swell and holiday-anthem moment as the film’s narrative unfolds around them.
“We’re thrilled to bring Love Actually back to Brighton in such a spectacular format,” said the Brighton Centre’s events manager. “It isn’t just a screening — it’s a full sensory experience that captures the joy of the season and the power of music live.”
The event is billed as a joyous blend of cinema and concert, a festive tradition for many across the UK. Previous reviewers described similar live-to-film performances as “simply spectacular, enhancing the magic of this classic Christmas movie tenfold” (Bournemouth Echo) and “a joyful one” thanks to the live orchestra (York Press). Ents24+1
Tickets for the Brighton show are on sale now, with pricing starting from approximately £32.50 (early booking recommended). Brighton Journal+1 With limited seating and strong demand expected, fans are encouraged to secure their places early.
Event Details
Date: Sunday 30 November 2025
Time: Doors 6:30 pm / performance begins shortly thereafter ticketmaster.co.uk+1
Venue: Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton BN1 2GR Brighton Centre+1
Age Restriction: 15+
Whether you’re rediscovering the film for the tenth time or sharing it for the first, Love Actually In Concert promises a memorable evening filled with heart-warming stories, live orchestral sound and the unmistakable spirit of Christmas.
Press Contact:
Brighton Centre Box Office
Tel: 01273 290131
Email: brightoncentre@brighton-hove.gov.uk
