What's on at Chelmsford Theatre

A whole host of comedy names come to Chelmsford Theatre for a night of merriment and mirth.

Comedy Special with Rhys James

Fri 20 Mar 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

A rare opportunity to see the resident Impro troupe from the most famous comedy club in the world.

The Comedy Store Players

Sat 21 Mar 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Limited Tickets

Come vagabonds, come mountebanks, come coney-catchers and cutpurses and meet the King of Crumbs!

Alasdair Beckett-King: King of Crumbs

Sat 21 Mar 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Delve into the joys of what life was like before we started living in this AI, computer-based glitchy life we find ourselves now in.

Simon Evans: Staring at the Sun

Wed 25 Mar - Fri 3 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Join Kane Brown for an hour of purely unscripted, unplanned comedy; all based around audience participation.

Kane Brown: Crowd Work King

Thu 26 Mar 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

With his trademark charm and killer punchlines, Josh Bauff delves into the hilarities of millennial life in his debut solo tour.

Josh Baulf: Lovely Stuff

Fri 27 Mar 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

As well as appearing in multiple films you also may have seen Russell’s phenomenally successful 'Dear Diary' series on Instagram. His tour last year was about his life in the UK. This year is about…him. He’s back. And this time… it’s personal.

Russell Hicks: This Time It's Personal

Sat 28 Mar 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

The multi award winning comedian is back on tour with a brand-new show all about growing up as a CODA; A Child of Deaf Adults. His upbringing was nothing like the Oscar winning film and he’s here to tell you why.

Ray Bradshaw: CODA

Wed 1 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

BSL

Join Pete Firman for an evening of 'Tricks & Giggles', as Pete brings his trademark blend of magic and comedy from the small screen to Chelmsford with this brand new show. Expect impossible feats, sleight of hand and big laughs.

Pete Firman: Tricks and Giggles

Wed 1 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

The four horsemen of crime, climate change, AI and culture wars are coming - but can we dodge disaster? Alfie Moore brings sharp wit and hard-earned wisdom from his policing days to tackle chaos, fake news and the price of baked beans.

Alfie Moore: Acopalypse Now

Sat 4 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Come for the cabaret but stay for the gossip as we get more up close and personal with new stories and tales with Kitty and Cheryl’s journey through drag.

The Cheryl & Kitty Show

Sun 12 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Avalon presents an evening of the freshest comedy as two comedians test out brand-new material in their quest to build an hour(ish)-long show each.

Avalon Early Doors Comedy Night

Fri 17 Apr - Fri 1 May 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Shoot From The Hip bring their award-winning, TikTok-viral improv comedy to Chelmsford Theatre! Expect chaotic games, epic scenes, and totally unscripted, unforgettable fun.

Shoot From the Hip

Sun 19 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Double Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner and Taskmaster alumni John Kearns brings his brand-new show, Tilting at Windmills to our stage.

John Kearns: Tilting at Windmills

Wed 22 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Compete as a team, and as individuals, on games, quizzes and more from classic TV game shows to zen-like word puzzles, from retro video games to modern first person shooters.

Wifi Wars

Sat 16 May 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Leading political comedian Matt Forde finds positivity in life despite all the evidence to the contrary in politics and his own health in his biggest tour to date yet.

Matt Forde: Defying Calamity

Thu 21 May 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Grab your mum mates for a night of top stand up comedy, games and more hosted by The Funny Mummy and featuring the top comics in the UK.

Mum's Night Out Comedy

Fri 22 May 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Returning with a brand-new comedy variety drag show. From jaw-dropping dance numbers to hilarious lip-sync performances and not forgetting the sensational live vocals, the cast are pulling out all the stops to make this show as unforgettable as the last.

The Dazzling Diamonds

Fri 22 May 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

The viral sensation brings an evening of improvised hip hop comedy to venues across the UK from March-June 2026

MC Hammersmith: Hippity Hoppity Get Off My Property

Wed 27 May 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Come along for an afternoon of side splitting comedy, where you can relax and have a good laugh at some hilarious comedians without needing childcare!

Bring Your Own Baby Comedy

Thu 4 Jun - Thu 3 Dec 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio