Horsham’s Capitol theatre set to reopen after major refurbishment

By Matt Pole
Published 21st Oct 2026, 15:15 BST

The Capitol theatre has been officially handed back to Horsham District Council now that contractors Willmott Dixon Interiors have completed their extensive refurbishment work on the site in North Street.

The theatre and cinema site has been closed since January 2026 whilst the works were carried out.

The Capitol theatre has been handed back to Horsham District Council after contractors Willmott Dixon Interiors completed their refurbishment work. Picture courtesy of Horsham District Councilplaceholder image
The Capitol theatre has been handed back to Horsham District Council after contractors Willmott Dixon Interiors completed their refurbishment work. Picture courtesy of Horsham District Council

The doors will reopen on November 29 for this year’s panto, Dick Wittington.

Pantomime tickets for the 2026 production of Dick Whittington are still available from the box office via The Capitol website.

The production offers the perfect opportunity to experience everything the newly transformed Capitol has to offer.

To check out the 2026 programme please visit The Capitol website.

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