What's on at Chelmsford Theatre

Rapunzel is the hair-larious Easter panto packed with laughter, music, dazzling costumes and colourful sets, it’s the perfect treat for the whole family.

Family

Rapunzel

Thu 8 Apr 2027

Chelmsford Theatre

Fresh from starring in the latest series of Taskmaster, Ania Magliano brings a brand-new show full of jokes, confessions, and occasionally unhinged observations to Chelmsford.

Comedy Stand Up

Ania Magliano: Peach Fuzz

Sat 10 Apr 2027

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Limited Tickets

Throw yourself into a jam-packed four hours of warmups, games, singing, dancing, solos and more in our amazing School of Rock workshop.

Home Education: Musical Theatre: School of Rock (6-14)

Wed 14 Apr 2027

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Join John Lydon as he talks about how he sees life, along with his unique and extraordinary career, and take audience questions during a pyrotechnic, one-off tour.

John Lydon

Sun 18 Apr 2027

Chelmsford Theatre

Based on the iconic movie starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater, Heathers the Musical is wickedly funny, deliciously dark and full of big fun!

Musicals

Heathers: The Musical

Tue 20 Apr - Sat 24 Apr 2027

Chelmsford Theatre

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Take a peek behind the scenes of the smash hit musical Heathers, walk across the stage and see how the production is created.

Backstage Tour: Heathers The Musical

Sat 24 Apr 2027

Backstage Tour

Liam Scarlett’s production for The Royal Ballet brings together Tchaikovsky’s towering score and John Macfarlane’s picturesque designs to create an enduring ballet spectacle of love, treachery and forgiveness.

RBO: Swan Lake

Wed 28 Apr 2027

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Big band swing at its absolute finest. A high-octane, heart-pounding celebration of the greatest music ever written — performed by world-class musicians at the top of their game.

The Syd Lawrence Orchestra

Sun 2 May 2027

Chelmsford Theatre

Spark your creativity through games, play and exercises and use your imagination and a variety of stimulus to create a wide range of characters and scenes.

Home Education: Devising Theatre (6-14)

Wed 5 May 2027

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Become part of the jury as you watch the prosecution and defence present every twist, every argument, and every piece of evidence. Then cast your verdict and help determine the outcome.

Interactive

Murder Trial Tonight V: Death in the Family

Thu 6 May - Fri 7 May 2027

Chelmsford Theatre

Oliver Mears’s acclaimed production returns, setting Puccini’s operatic thriller in a contemporary, war-torn Rome.

RBO: Tosca

Sun 9 May 2027

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Immerse yourself in iconic masterpieces and discover the incredible story of passion and rebellion in this exciting documentary on the man who named the world’s favourite art movement.

EOS: Monet

Sun 16 May 2027

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Shakespeare’s timeless tale of star-crossed lovers is transformed in Kenneth MacMillan’s mesmerising ballet.

RBO: Romeo & Juliet

Tue 25 May 2027

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn't touch the floor. Get ready for an evening of back to back hits from the 1950s and 60s!

Lipstick on Your Collar

Tue 25 May 2027

Chelmsford Theatre

Paul Zerdin, the master ventriloquist and winner of America’s Got Talent, is back on the road with his brand-new stand-up comedy tour Shut Your Mouth.

Comedy Stand Up

Paul Zerdin: Shut Your Mouth

Wed 26 May 2027

Chelmsford Theatre

Experience the UK's biggest night of musical smash-hits in this star-studded musical concert featuring brand-new songs and arrangements.

Dreamcoat Stars

Thu 27 May 2027

Chelmsford Theatre

Thomas Green storms back onto the stage to electrify audiences with a brand new hour, following his sell-out debut tour

Comedy Stand Up

Thomas Green: Brainstorm

Fri 28 May 2027

Chelmsford Theatre

Join us for an exciting workshop designed where you'll explore how various aspects of technical theatre can bring the stage to life.

Home Education: Technical Theatre

Mon 14 Jun 2027

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Brendan Cole and James Jordan are the original bad boys of ballroom - expect an explosive evening of unfiltered stories, behind-the-scenes bombshells, and brutally honest opinions.

Dance

Brendan Cole & James Jordan

Fri 18 Jun 2027

Chelmsford Theatre

A spectacular concert celebrating the sound and vision of David Bowie. A must see for all Bowie fans, the latest production features all the hits from A to Ziggy.

Bowie Experience

Sat 19 Jun 2027

Chelmsford Theatre