Without him, Brighton would have remained a sleepy fishing village.

But how much do we really know about the Prince Regent?

As the first part in a trilogy by the Something Underground Theatre Company which explores Brighton’s hidden stories, The Silent Stream is certainly a must-see for locals.

The tale follows Prince George on a journey from creating The Royal Pavilion and confronting the forces of nature which oppose him.

While the biggest obstacle at first appears to be a hidden stream undermining his new palace, it quickly emerges that it is the prince’s own personality that could bring him down.

Jonathan Brown’s one-man show portrays the spirit and the angst of the man who was left waiting in the wings for the throne.

As the writer, director and star, his performance is very accomplished, bringing to life the showman for a 21st century audience.

Partying with nobles, unloved by his father and wife, creating his own unwanted children – the complex character of George is simply presented.

The basic and austere set is sufficient and Brown uses it to effect, taking the audience inside and outside venues across the city which are familiar landscapes in the minds of current-day residents.

This is a royally good show, created by someone who clearly loves the city of the current and the past in equal parts.