What's on at Chelmsford Theatre

Step into the emotional and powerful world of Dear Evan Hansen in this exciting musical theatre workshop designed for young performers.

Musical Theatre: Dear Evan Hansen

Tue 31 Mar 2026

Coval Lane Studio

Explore the musical Hairspray through its songs, acting and dance in this musical theatre workshop – you can’t stop the beat.

Musical Theatre Workshop: Hairspray

Wed 1 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Embark on a magical adventure into the swamps with our fun-filled half day musical theatre workshop based around the hit musical Shrek.

Musical Theatre Workshop: Shrek The Musical

Wed 1 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

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 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

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Dive into the world of making film trailers including filming techniques, camera angles, and storytelling through visuals to bring your work to life on screen.

Film Making Workshop: Film Trailers

Thu 2 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Featuring top-flight musicians, a stunning light show and more than two hours of incredible music The UK Pink Floyd Experience recreates the atmosphere of Floyd live on stage.

Music

UK Pink Floyd Experience

Thu 2 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Limited Tickets

An exciting one day musical theatre course dedicated to the timeless classic Les Misérables designed for young people with a passion for acting and singing.

Musical Theatre Intensive: Les Mis

Fri 3 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos. Get ready for some teatime mayhem and expect to be surprised.

Family

The Tiger Who Came to Tea

Fri 3 Apr - Sun 5 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

Broadcast live from The Royal Ballet and Opera. A young man unaware of his true heritage, sets out on a heroic quest. Along the way, he encounters a broken sword, a deadly dragon guarding a cursed ring, and a slumbering Valkyrie under a magical spell…

Cinema

RBO: Siegfried

Sun 5 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Susie Dent is back with a brand-new collection of facts and stories from the wonderful world of words in her new show, Word Perfect.

Talks

Susie Dent: Word Perfect

Sun 5 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Join the Ministry of Science presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the modern world we live in with a few loud bangs along the way!

Family

Ministry of Science Live

Mon 6 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Mushroom Theatre present Entertain You - a variety of uplifting,fun and thought provoking entertainment.

Amateur And Local Groups

Mushroom Theatre: Entertain You

Wed 8 Apr - Thu 9 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Riverside Leisure Centre and Chelmsford Riverside Ice-Skating Club present The Wonderful Wizard of Oz with breathtaking skating, enchanting costumes, catchy tunes and spellbinding effects.

Amateur And Local Groups

The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz: A Wickedly Magical Adventure On Ice

Wed 8 Apr - Sun 12 Apr 2026

Riverside Leisure Centre

A unique and hilarious night featuring games, prizes and audience participation as you help best-selling mystery author and amateur detective Jessica Fletcher solve a murder.

Interactive

Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote

Fri 10 Apr - Sat 11 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Spice up your life with The Spice Girls Experience, a very special theatre show with a fun party vibe.

Music

Spice Girls The Theatre Show

Fri 10 Apr - Sat 1 Aug 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Thank You For The Music brings all of ABBA’s number one hits live to the stage with unmistakable harmonies, colourful costumes and a dazzling performance.

Music

Thank You For the Music

Sat 11 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Limited Tickets

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

Fun, relaxed music and dance sessions for children who are not yet walking! This session is all about getting up and active in a fun, interactive way.

Baby Boogie

Mon 13 Apr - Mon 15 Jun 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio