Brighton Festival at 60: A New Era of Joy, Theatre, and Civic Celebration

Chief Executive Lucy Davies discusses the landmark 60th edition of the Brighton Festival (1st – 25th May 2026). Moving away from the guest director model, this year marks a significant shift as the festival’s own programming team takes the lead, emphasizing a “joyous and inviting” atmosphere. Lucy highlights the festival’s new role in producing original work, the restoration of the Corn Exchange as a theatrical hub, and the enduring importance of the Children’s Parade, now in its 40th year.