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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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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  • Wednesday 18 February

    Emmanuel Sonubi: Life After Near Death

    Emmanuel’s hilarious and heartfelt show explores his life after surviving heart failure, facing the cause of the trauma, and the strange and funny ways we all find to keep going when life gets hard.

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  • Wednesday 18 February

    Essex Podcast Festival Presents:

    Usually recorded in London’s West End Richard Herring’s award-winning podcast RHLSTP comes to Chelmsford.

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  • Thursday 19 February

    Musical Theatre Workshop: The Wizard of Oz

    Explore the enchanting world of Oz and bring to life some of the beloved characters through singing and a dance routine that is fit for the Yellow Brick Road.

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  • Thursday 19 February

    Musical Theatre Workshop: Hercules

    Explore the heroic adventure tale of Hercules with our Musical Theatre Workshop as you learn catchy songs and lively dance routine inspired by the Greek myth.

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  • 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.

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  • Friday 20 February

    Uptown Girl: The Billy Joel Collection

    Drawing from six decades of smash-hits and more than 160 million records sold worldwide, Uptown Girl: The Billy Joel Collection, celebrates the legacy of one of the greatest American musicians of all time.

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  • Sat 21 February and Fri 30 October 2026

    Mark Simmons: Jest to Impress

    After a sell out debut tour, Mark Simmons returns to Chelmsford Theatre in 2026 with Jest to Impress, a brand new hour packed with expertly crafted one liners and his trademark off the cuff jokes based on audience suggestions.

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  • Saturday 21 February

    Alex McAleer: Mind Reader

    Having stunned audiences at the Edinburgh Fringe, sold out shows in Australia, and toured extensively across the UK and North America as the star of Champions of Magic, Alex has built a reputation as one of the most entertaining mentalists around.

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  • Sunday 22 February

    Baby Gospel

    Sing, clap, and groove along to iconic hits from Marvin Gaye, Bob Marley, Adele, Jackie Wilson, Pharrell all complete with bubbles in a relaxed child-friendly setting.

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  • Monday 23 February 2026

    Creative Education: Stage Combat (8-12)

    Learn how to safely throw punches and kicks as well as staging chokes, grapples, throws and falls. The first rule of Squire Stage Combat's fight club is that no one gets hurt!

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  • Monday 23 February 2026

    Creative Education: Stage Combat (13-18)

    Learn how to safely throw punches and kicks as well as staging chokes, grapples, throws and falls. The first rule of Squire Stage Combat's fight club is that no one gets hurt!

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  • Tuesday 24 February

    Dementia Accessible Cinema: Grease

    A dementia-accessible film screening of the much-loved musical classic Grease – a relaxed and welcoming cinema experience designed with those living with dementia, their families, and carers in mind.

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  • Tuesday 24 February to Saturday 28 February

    We Will Rock You

    Performed by local amateur dramatic group CAODS, We Will Rock You is a rebel-rousing musical with script by Ben Elton and all of Queen’s biggest hits.

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  • Thursday 26 February

    Essex Podcast Festival: Broken Veil & Eerie Essex

    Step into the world of the eerie with the Essex Podcast Festival with this double header of Broken Veil and Eerie Essex.

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  • Friday 27 February

    Biff to the Future

    The iconic villain of “Back to the Future” takes centre stage in this comedic reimagination of Marty’s time-traveling escapades, turning the celebrated cinematic trilogy on its head from the perspective of Biff.

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  • Saturday 28 February

    Glitch

    Pam Stubbs has been sub-postmistress of Barkham Post Office for twenty years but when unexplained discrepancies start appearing in her accounts, Pam finds herself at the heart of the biggest miscarriage of justice in English legal history.

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  • 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.

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  • Sunday 8 March

    The Dinosaur That Pooped A Rock Show

    Adapted from the best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, the whole family will have a poopy good time enjoying a brand new story for the stage. Featuring new songs by Tom and Dougie, a lot of laughs and a whole lot of poo!

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  • Sunday 8 March

    RBO: Giselle

    Broadcast live from The Royal Ballet. Giselle falls for a nobleman in disguise. Betrayed by his secret engagement, she dies of heartbreak. In the afterlife, she becomes one of the Wilis and ultimately protects her lover from their vengeance.

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  • Tuesday 10 March

    General Medical Emergency Ward 10!

    Every hospital, medical-based, Doctors-and-Nurses cliche-ridden drama onstage in a comedy mash-up spoof! It'll have you in stitches!

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  • Tuesday 10 March

    The Irish House Party

    Talented musicians and dancers bring the sound and fun of Ireland to life in an intimate and homely setting.

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  • Wednesday 11 March

    Mike Wozniak: The Bench

    A new stand-up tour show from Mike Wozniak in which a story about a bench will be prominent. Previous experience of or strong opinions about benches not required.

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  • Thursday 12 March

    Getting Triggy With It: Matt Parker Does Maths

    Who else is going to do the maths? Are you going to do the maths? I didn't think so. Come watch Matt Parker do the maths. All of it. Live on stage. (Every audience member will get some free maths.)

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  • Friday 13 March

    Lieven Scheire: Artificial Intelligence

    Join Belgium’s top science-comedian, Lieven Scheire—hailed as the “secret love child of Stephen Fry and Dara Ó Briain”—for a night where sharp wit meets mind-blowing science.

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  • Friday 13 March

    Drunk Women Solving Crime

    After past sell out runs across the UK and the Edinburgh Fringe, hosts Hannah George and Taylor Glenn are taking to the road to record their award-winning show Drunk Women Solving Crime, live.

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  • Saturday 14 March

    Darren Walsh: Do You Like Puns?

    Combining sound effects, videos, one-liners and improvised jokes based off audience suggestions, prepare for a comedy show like no other as pun Goliath Darren Walsh takes his award winning act on the road.

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  • Saturday 14 March and Saturday 5 September

    Daniel O'Reilly: Let's Have It

    Famous for his unapologetic humour and electric stage presence, hold on to your seats for a night of outrageous laughs as Daniel O’Reilly takes to the stage with his brand new, in-your-face tour: Let’s Have It.

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  • Sunday 15 March

    OLAF FALAFEL'S STUPIDEST SUPER STUPID SHOW

    Join Olaf Falafel (if that is his real name) for an hour of kid's comedy which will be the stupidest he has ever let trickle from his brain. Expect jokes, poos on pogo sticks, more jokes and truth-telling cheese.

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  • Sunday 15 March

    Rocket Man

    The Rocket Man and their live band take you down the Yellow Brick Road with two hours of glorious Elton hits, including, Saturday Nights Alright, Crocodile Rock, I’m Still Standing, Philadelphia Freedom, and many more.

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  • Tuesday 17 March

    Voice of My Own

    Voice Of My Own tells the inspiring true story of Daniel Jillings, the Lowestoft D/deaf teenager who campaigned for the British Sign Language GCSE. Daniel’s remarkable story is one of courage, resilience and the power of youth to create change.

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  • Wednesday 18 March

    The Magic of The Bee Gees

    Complete with stunning light and video show, prepare to experience the distinct sound of one the greatest bands to have ever graced the stage in this unforgettable concert spectacular.

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  • Thursday 19 March

    Lindisfarne

    Legendary 70s folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne return to form with a classic five-piece line up of long-time members fronted by original founder-member Rod Clements.

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  • Friday 20 March

    Comedy Special with Rhys James

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

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  • 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.

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  • Saturday 21 March

    Alasdair Beckett-King: King of Crumbs

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

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  • Sunday 22 March

    An Evening with Toyah: Songs and Stories

    Toyah is hitting the road for an extensive UK tour in which she’ll sing favourite hits and tell stories from her remarkable career. Acting, presenting, performing, headlining tours, and releasing 23 studio albums complete her unique story.

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  • Monday 23 March

    Dementia Accessible Cinema: Calamity Jane

    A dementia-accessible film screening of the whip cracking Calamity Jane – a relaxed and welcoming cinema experience designed with those living with dementia, their families, and carers in mind.

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  • Tuesday 24 March

    Flabbergast Theatre's Macbeth

    In this classic tale of greed and guilt, Flabbergast’s Macbeth fuses a rigorous and respectful approach to text and storytelling to bring a magical, lucid interpretation of Shakespeare’s blood-soaked tragedy to life.

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  • Tuesday 24 March

    EOS: Turner & Constable

    This unmissable new documentary explores Turner and Constable’s intertwined lives and legacies alongside the groundbreaking Tate exhibition.

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  • Wednesday 25 March

    Simon Evans is Staring at the Sun

    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. It’s time to revisit the simpler, analogue days of Simon Evans’ youth: hitch-hiking, pub bets, hedge porn and the thrill o

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  • Wednesday 25 March

    Taylormania 2026

    Katy Ellis pays tribute to one of the leading contemporary artists of our time Taylor Swift. A self professed Swiftie, Ellis takes to the stage with a live band and dances promising to perfectly encompass the atmosphere of a Taylor Swift concert.

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  • Thursday 26 March 2026

    Creative Education: Acting and Improvisation (6-11)

    Learn how to think on your feet! Through various exercises and games, learn how to create distinct characters and scenes with nothing planned beforehand.

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