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Lunchtime Concerts

Lunchtime Concerts

Wed 15 Jul - Mon 7 Jun 2027

Join us for our popular lunchtime Concerts taking place in Chelmsford Theatre Studio. Come and grab a drink or a bite to eat at the theatre café and enjoy a toe tapping interlude to your Wednesday afternoon from 1pm.

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It’s Not A Game - starring award-winning illusionists Jay & Joss

It’s Not A Game - starring award-winning illusionists Jay & Joss

Wed 15 Jul 2026

Award-winning illusionists Jay and Joss bring their brand new mind-bending show to Chelmsford – time to sit back and leave real life behind.

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The Story of Soul

The Story of Soul

Thu 16 Jul 2026

Join the Love Train and take a journey through The Story of Soul with songs from Aretha Franklin, Earth Wind and Fire, James Brown and many more.

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Man In the Mirror

Man In the Mirror

Fri 17 Jul 2026

Celebrate the legendary music of the King of Pop with Man in the Mirror a brand new must-see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson.

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Fanny Galore's Big Bingo Party

Fanny Galore's Big Bingo Party

Fri 17 Jul - Fri 16 Oct 2026

Feeling lucky? Head down to join Fanny Galore for a big bingo party right here at Chelmsford Theatre Studio. Think singing, dancing, games and a glamorous round of bingo hosted by Essex-based Fanny.

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Go Your Own Way

Go Your Own Way

Sat 18 Jul 2026

This brand-new spellbinding show journeys through the incredible song book of the legendary Fleetwood Mac.

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OKNOTOK

OKNOTOK

Sat 18 Jul 2026

OKNOTOK perform classics from across the entire Radiohead catalogue from the raw anthemic energy of The Bends and OK Computer to the electronic landscapes of Kid A, In Rainbows, and beyond.

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The Upbeat Beatles

The Upbeat Beatles

Sun 19 Jul 2026

Performing together for over 25 years, the band faithfully recreates the sound and style of the Fab Four using period costumes, authentic instruments and vintage equipment.

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Frank Skinner: Work In Progress

Comedy Stand Up

Frank Skinner: Work In Progress

Mon 20 Jul 2026

A rare opportunity to see comic legend Frank Skinner as he presents brand new material.

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Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of)

Fri 11 Sep 2026 – Sat 19 Sep 2026

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A Shoddy Detective

Thu 28 Jan 2027 – Sat 30 Jan 2027

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Cinderella

Fri 27 Nov 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027

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Keep Fit: Musical Theatre

Keep Fit: Musical Theatre

Wed 15 Jul - Wed 23 Sep 2026

Full of show tunes you know and love, it’s time to get those jazz hands at the ready. All levels welcome. This will be a super fun, packed full of musicals, aerobic workout.

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Dementia Accessible Cinema: Wonka

Dementia Accessible Cinema: Wonka

Mon 20 Jul 2026

A dementia-accessible film screening of Wonka, the world’s greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker – a relaxed and welcoming cinema experience designed with those living with dementia, their families, and carers in mind.

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Relaxed Performance

Musical Theatre Workshop: The Greatest Showman (6-10)

Musical Theatre Workshop: The Greatest Showman (6-10)

Thu 23 Jul 2026

Come Alive with our fun, jam-packed The Greatest Showman day focused on everything singing, dancing and performance.

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Musical Theatre Workshop: The Lion King (6-10)

Musical Theatre Workshop: The Lion King (6-10)

Thu 23 Jul 2026

Join us for an energetic Lion King workshop focused on singing and dancing as you immerse yourself in the vibrant world of the Pride Lands.

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Stage Combat Workshop (8-10)

Stage Combat Workshop (8-10)

Fri 24 Jul 2026

Designed to introduce the fundamentals of stage combat in this workshop you will learn how to safely throw punches and kicks as well as staging chokes, grapples, throws and falls.

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Stage Combat Workshop (11-15)

Stage Combat Workshop (11-15)

Fri 24 Jul 2026

Designed to introduce the fundamentals of stage combat in this workshop you will learn how to safely throw punches and kicks as well as staging chokes, grapples, throws and falls.

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No Business Like Showbusiness

Amateur And Local Groups

No Business Like Showbusiness

Sun 19 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Musical Theatre Choir return for their third year running, with a concert of spectacular songs from the West End and Broadway.

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Essex Youth Jazz on Tour

Amateur And Local Groups

Essex Youth Jazz on Tour

Sat 25 Jul 2026

Young Essex Jazz introduces young musicians to jazz and supports their early development. Part of Essex Music Service offer, the group is a welcoming space for players to build confidence, learn jazz styles, and develop key ensemble skills.

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Come From Away

Amateur And Local Groups

Come From Away

Wed 23 Sep - Sat 26 Sep 2026

When 38 planes are unexpectedly grounded in the wake of 9/11, the tight-knit community of Gander, Newfoundland finds itself host to the world. Strangers become friends, cultures collide, and simple acts of kindness grow into extraordinary connections.

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