Studio & Space Hire at The Lantern Theatre, Brighton
The Lantern Theatre and its adjoining studio spaces are available to hire daytime, evenings and weekends for a wide range of creative and community activities in the heart of Brighton.
Whether you’re looking for a rehearsal room, creative workshop space, dance or yoga studio, drama class venue, meeting room or artistic workspace, our flexible spaces can be tailored to suit your needs.
All spaces are managed by ACT Brighton and are easily accessible from the centre of town and just a short walk from Brighton Station.
About
Spaces are available to hire daytime, evenings and weekends. Our spaces are suitable for a range of Dance and Drama activities as well as for meetings, teaching and training, Yoga, martial arts, youth groups and so on. We can also offer desk or office space for artists or art based companies. Spaces are available for regular or block bookings, please contact the office for details.
Studio Hire Rates
Weekdays up to 6pm: Lantern Theatre - £22 ph, Dance Studio and Grania Dean - £20 ph, AV Studio - £15 ph.
Evenings after 6pm and weekends: Lantern Theatre - £25 ph, Dance Studio and Grania Dean - £23 ph, AV Studio - £17 ph.
These rates apply for regular class/workshop/teaching use.
Commerical rates for film and photography are £30ph.
If you are a small theatre company or arts organistion (low/unfunded) please contact us for rates.
Payment is in advance to secure the booking.
You can virtually tour the building via our 360 Tour.
Studio Hire Terms & Conditions.
Please contact us directly for availability - once we have confirmed availability please complete our Studio Booking Form below.
Facilities include
wi-fi, tea & coffee making, social area.
Available on request and by arrangement (fees apply): Photocopying and printing, Projector, stand & screen, TV & DVD player, Laptop, PA System, Flip Chart, Paper & Pens, Stage lighting, Electric Piano, Piano, yoga mats, stage blocks, costumes and masks, Reception, Car Parking.
Cafe and Bar on site (when open) or for hire on request.
ACT BRIGHTON 8-10 Rock Place Brighton BN2 1PF
Is located at in Kemptown and is 5 minutes from the centre of town and 20 minutes walk from Brighton station.
I rehearsed a play for 3 weeks in ACT in July and I was immediately struck by what a fantastic building it was.
Paul Hodson, Brighton Theatre EventsThank you on behalf of Spymonkey for enabling our company to spend time at ACT. It is vital for creative companies to have space to work together, in peace and at their own pace. The rates you currently charge are affordable for artists and the atmosphere is conductive to creative work.
Lisa Wolfe, Spymonkey Ltd
ACT Brighton / Lantern Theatre



Main Studio / Lantern Theatre
A large, versatile rehearsal space suitable for:
- Drama rehearsals and performances
- Group workshops and classes
- Meetings and training sessions
- Acoustic music classes and smaller events
Lighting, PA and stage equipment are available on request.


Dance Studio
Ideal for:
- Dance and movement classes
- Yoga, Pilates and fitness sessions
- Workshops and physical training
Both Dance & Grania Dean studios feature open floor space and natural light, making them perfect for movement-based activities.
Width = 4.4m Length = 8.7m Height = 3.3m (approx)



Grania Dean Studio
Ideal for:
- Dance and movement classes
- Yoga, Pilates and fitness sessions
- Workshops and physical training
Both Dance & Grania Dean studios feature open floor space and natural light, making them perfect for movement-based activities.


AV Studio
A flexible room suitable for:
- Drama rehearsals
- Small group sessions and discussions
- Acoustic music practice
- Meetings and social groups
This space is perfect when you need a simple, adaptable area with a supportive atmosphere.
