Our series of shows and activities for the whole family

This season is all about Out of the Box thinking, unlikely characters, sketch comedy and a concert for the littlest tots. Prepare for the big boom with weird and wonderful experiments, track gigantic footprints on a Jurassic adventure and get ready to cheer, boo and clap along with our annual family panto, where everyone shall go to the ball.

Series Events

Dinosaur World Live

Dinosaur World Live

Thu 29 Oct - Sat 31 Oct 2026

Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs.

Chelmsford Theatre

Cinderella

Cinderella

Fri 27 Nov - Sun 3 Jan 2027

Expect magic, mayhem, royal balls, fairy godmothers, major glow ups and a touch of ugly! Will our Cinders ever make it to the ball? It’s very likely, but you’d better come along just in case!

Chelmsford Theatre

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Xmas WiFi Wars

Xmas WiFi Wars

Sat 5 Dec 2026

WiFi Wars returns with a very festive version of the live comedy game show where you all play along!

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Festive Baby Knees Up

Festive Baby Knees Up

Tue 8 Dec 2026

Baby Knees Up is a zany, interactive family event with a Christmas twist, perfect for all ages from 0 to 100. Expect puppets, singalongs, and plenty of surprises as you dive into a joyful festive celebration.

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

The Owl Who Came For Christmas

The Owl Who Came For Christmas

Sat 12 Dec - Sat 2 Jan 2027

Join Rosie the Owl on her adventures as she finds herself nestled amidst the branches of a family's new Christmas tree. Witness the joy and wonder as the family discovers their unexpected visitor and endeavours to help Rosie find her way back home.

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Baby Broadway

Baby Broadway

Sun 31 Jan 2027

An interactive experience where the whole family can sing and dance along to tunes from classic musicals and films, performed by West End singers with bubbles, puppets, actions and dance moves for little ones.

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

The Littlest Yak

The Littlest Yak

Mon 15 Feb - Tue 16 Feb 2027

A musical adaptation of the award winning book with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and an uplifting tale for all the family.

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

At Sea

At Sea

Fri 19 Feb 2027

A fantastical puppet adventure for all! At Sea is an uplifting tale of a sailor’s triumph over darkness; non verbal, with stunning projections and original music.

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

The Bubble Show

The Bubble Show

Sat 6 Mar 2027

Created and performed by Guinness World Record holder, The Highland Joker, The Bubble Show blends storytelling, magic, science, and bubble artistry into an unforgettable journey.

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Pip and Posy

Pip and Posy

Thu 11 Mar 2027

Packed with toe-tapping songs, stunning puppetry, and irresistible interactive play, Pip and Posy are waiting for you. Come on, let’s play!

Chelmsford Theatre

The Utterly Revolting Science Show

The Utterly Revolting Science Show

Wed 31 Mar 2027

Brace yourselves for the Rude Science team’s hilarious, high-tech, highly-explosive new journey through the human body, packed with burp biology, fart physics and revolting edible chemistry.

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Dear Zoo

Dear Zoo

Thu 1 Apr - Fri 2 Apr 2027

This captivating production will delight all those who have read the Dear Zoo book (both young and old) as it unfolds with child-engaging puppets, music and lots of audience interaction.

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Rapunzel

Rapunzel

Thu 8 Apr 2027

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.

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The Elves and the Shoemaker

The Elves and the Shoemaker

Thu 8 Apr - Fri 9 Apr 2027

When their beloved shoe shop is threatened with closure, a band of elves must team up with the shoemaker to save their home.

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Baby Knees Up

Baby Knees Up

Sat 10 Apr 2027

Cor Blimey, Guv’nor! Fancy a change from nursery rhymes? Grab your 'basin of gravy' and your 'dustbin lids' and join us for some songs at the Ol’ Johanna!

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Zog and the Flying Doctors

Zog and the Flying Doctors

Fri 28 May - Sat 29 May 2027

Join the lovable dragon Zog, fearless Princess Pearl and trusty Sir Gadabout as they take to the skies with a duty to help creatures big and small.

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Baby Gospel

Baby Gospel

Sun 6 Jun 2027

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.

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Horrible Histories: Horrible Henrys

Horrible Histories: Horrible Henrys

Thu 8 Jul - Sat 10 Jul 2027

We all know King Henry the Eighth – but wait till you meet the horrid Henrys that came before him!

Chelmsford Theatre