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Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story

Thu 23 Apr - Sat 25 Apr 2026

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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Cinema

RBO: The Magic Flute

Sun 26 Apr 2026

Broadcast live from The Royal Ballet and Opera. Prince Tamino is sent by the Queen of the Night to rescue her daughter. Joined by a companion and guided by a magic flute, Tamino faces monsters, villains, and a secretive brotherhood on his quest.

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Music

Lunchtime Concerts

Wed 29 Apr - Wed 15 Jul 2026

Join us for our popular lunchtime Concerts taking place in Chelmsford Theatre Studio. Come and grab a drink or a bite to eat at the theatre café and enjoy a toe tapping interlude to your Wednesday afternoon from 1pm.

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Cinema

NT Live: All My Sons

Thu 30 Apr 2026

When wartime delivers profits for Joe, it comes at a price when his partner is charged with criminal manufacturing deals, and his eldest son goes missing in action.

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Comedy Stand Up

Avalon Early Doors Comedy Night

Fri 1 May 2026

Avalon presents an evening of the freshest comedy as two comedians test out brand-new material in their quest to build an hour(ish)-long show each.

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Family

There's A Monster In Your Show

Sun 3 May - Mon 4 May 2026

What happens when a group of performers are preparing to start their show and discover they aren’t alone on stage and Little Monster wants to be part of the fun too? Expect comedy and chaos in this high energy musical adventure.

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Music

Ruby Robinson's Swingin' Session

Sun 3 May 2026

Whether you’re a lifelong jazz lover, a fan of live music, or simply looking for a dazzling night out, Ruby Robinson’s Swingin’ Session promises a feel-good, toe-tapping experience.

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Steeleye Span

Mon 4 May 2026

Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. Now they return with Conflict, their first full studio album in over five years.

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Music Tribute

Country Hits Live

Thu 7 May 2026

Celebrate the atmosphere and energy of an evening in the home of country music performed by a multi-award-winning musicians and singers.

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Fri 27 Nov 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027

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