Brighton Theatre Royal The Haunting

Are you brave enough to face the terrifying tale of Hill House? This autumn, the Theatre Royal Brighton will host a bold new stage adaptation of Shirley Jackson's classic ghost story, The Haunting of Hill House. The production, adapted by Olivier and BAFTA winner Stef Smith and directed by Sky Arts Award winner Martin Constantine, is a tense and unsettling experience that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Shirley Jackson, the American writer behind the novel, was a master of horror and mystery fiction, known for her beautifully written and quietly cumulative shudders. Her work has been widely acclaimed, with her short story "The Lottery" bringing her wide attention in 1948, and her novel The Haunting of Hill House being a finalist for the National Book Award in 1959.

The Haunting of Hill House will be performed at the Theatre Royal Brighton on Saturday, 31 October 2026. Tickets are with the button beside the article. This gripping production is not to be missed, as it delves into the mystery of Hill House, where a group of investigators must face their deepest fears and confront the darkness that lurks within. With its unique blend of suspense and supernatural elements, The Haunting of Hill House is sure to leave you on the edge of your seat, questioning what is real long after the curtain falls.