What's On - Chelmsford Theatre

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Friday 24 October to Sunday 26 October

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show

Dive into Eric Carle’s bright and colourful world as his beloved stories are transformed from page to stage using a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets and charming music, making the Very Hungry Caterpillar Show the perfect introduction to live theatre.

Tuesday 28 October

We Are the Lions, Mr Manager

In 1976, six workers walked out of Grunwick Film Processing Laboratory and Factory in Willesden. They staged a strike against their poor working conditions, demanding the right to join a union and those six were eventually joined by 20,000 supporters.

Thursday 30 October

Mark Steel: The Leopard In My House

Join multi award-winning writer and comedian Mark Steel for his new tour ‘The Leopard in My House’. The topic? His battle with throat cancer. A battle he is winning (thankfully) and which only his rapier wit could fashion a comedy tour show out of.

Friday 31 October

Rude Science! 2025

The naughtiest, funniest, most revolting science show in the world. BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates’ hilarious, high-tech, highly-explosive, highly-revolting new family show, packed with science stunts and spectacular experiments.

Friday 31 October

Rosie Jones: I Can't Tell What She's Saying

Join self-professed prick and star of Taskmaster Rosie Jones as she heads back out on the road with her brand-new stand-up show.

Saturday 1 November

Geoff Norcott: Basic Bloke 2

Basic Bloke 2 – There’s No Bloke Without Fire is the latest tour from comedian, author, podcaster and radio host Geoff Norcott and Geoff’s first under a Labour government, so he’s got plenty to get off his chest!

Limited Availability

Sunday 9 November

Ultimate Film Concert with Docklands Sinfonia

Join us for a unique evening as Docklands Sinfonia bring some of Hollywood’s greatest film scores to life her celebrating the power of film music, blending iconic melodies and epic compositions, capturing the essence of cinematic storytelling.

Thursday 13 November

Nik Kershaw

An intimate evening of songs, stories and silliness in the company of Nik Kershaw. Exploding onto the pop scene in 1984 and with an impressive list of performing, writing and producing credits, Nik looks back in this intimate evening of nostalgia.

Thursday 11 December

Comedy Crackers

Start the festive season off with a bang with Comedy Crackers Russell Kane, Seann Walsh, Lindsey Santoro and Josh Jones.

Saturday 13 December to Wednesday 24 December

Santa's North Pole Adventure

Journey to the North Pole where you’ll meet Mrs Claus, Daisy and Bernard the elves, Snowy the polar bear, and of course, Rudolph, as they prepare for the big Christmas Eve trip, but will all go to plan this year? You’ll have to come and find out.

Friday 16 January

Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons

Jason Manford has been busy since his last smash-hit show but now he’s back with his brand-new live show, A Manford All Seasons.

Tuesday 3 February to Saturday 7 February

The Woman In Black

One of the most successful and longest running theatre shows in the history of London’s West End, this gripping production is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror.

Wednesday 11 February

Meet Fred

With biting wit, razor-sharp political satire, and moments of unexpected tenderness, Meet Fred is an unmissable comedy that has resonated with audiences across the globe.

Sunday 15 February to Monday 16 February

Tales from Acorn Wood Live

Packed full of toe-tapping songs, puppetry, and all the friends from Acorn Wood, this beautiful show from the team that brought you Dear Zoo Live and Dear Santa promises to be the perfect treat for children of all ages.

Thursday 19 February

The Best of Frankie Valli

Starring Peter Andre, The Very Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons is a spectacular high-pitched celebration of timeless music from one of the biggest selling groups of all time.

Monday 2 March to Saturday 7 March

The Constant Wife

1927. Constance is a very unhappy woman. She is the perfect wife and mother, and her husband is as devoted to her as he is to his mistress, who just happens to be her best friend.

Saturday 21 March

Adam Frost

Award-winning British garden designer and BBC Gardeners’ World presenter, Adam Frost discusses how his passion for plants has taken him around the world and challenged him with unexpected experiences.

Wednesday 1 April

Ray Bradshaw: CODA

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.

Thursday 23 April to Saturday 25 April 2026

Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story

This sensational multi award-winning West End show first opened in 1989 and has been thrilling audiences around the world ever since. Now it triumphantly visits Chelmsford Theatre.

Thursday 21 May

Matt Forde: Defying Calamity

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.

Sunday 31 May

T-Rextasy 2026

Experience what a Marc Bolan concert was like in the 70s with T-Rextasy as they pay tribute to on the most flamboyant and charismatic stars of the original glam rock era.

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