 On February 1, 2009, HQ Theatres took over as operator of the White Rock in partnership with Hastings Borough Council.The Theatre has seen a selection of entertainment over the years including Motörhead, Russell Brand, Hot Chocolate, Eartha Kitt, Al Murray, Geri Halliwell, Jools Holland, Derren Brown, Ricky Tomlinson, Tim Vine and Greg Davies.It also hosts an annual pantomime.