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Friday 29 November to Sunday 5 January
Snow White
Snow White and friends glide into Chelmsford for our 2024 pantomime with all the ingredients of a perfect family Christmas treat at Chelmsford Theatre.
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Wednesday 4 December
Paint and Sip: Festive Scene
Come along for an Art & Sip session in our cosy and relaxed studio setting, perfect for seasoned artists or complete beginners. Inspired by the Aurora Borealis Collection, in this session you will recreate a beautiful, snowy Swedish winter landscape.
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Thursday 5 December to Friday 6 December
The Big Christmas Assembly!
It’s time to crack out the Christmas jingles and join James B Partridge for an evening of pure nostalgia, stepping back in time for some joyous singalong tunes from Christmases past.
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Saturday 7 December
Xmas WiFi Wars
WiFi wars returns to Chelmsford Theatre with a very festive version of the live comedy game show where everyone plays along. Log in with your smartphone or tablet and compete in a range of games, puzzles and quizzes to win the show and prizes.
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Sunday 8 December
A Christmas Wish
A Christmas show that's perfect for very young audiences. Celebrate the joy of the season with Fern the Christmas Fairy and Eggnog the Elf as this tale of love and friendship is told through song and dance.
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Monday 9 December
Autumnal Tales Storytelling with Mike Dodsworth 2024
On the second Monday of the month, Chelmsford Theatre welcomes families to come and enjoy storytime with us. Join professional Storyteller Mike Dodsworth for an interactive tale that brings the words of well known stories to life.
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Monday 9 December
Backstage Tour: Pantomime Special
Chelmsford Theatre hosted its first pantomime in 1967 and in 2024 our beloved panto continues to bring festive cheer to Chelmsford. Take a peek in the Dame’s dressing room, walk across our stage, and see how the production comes together.
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Monday 9 December
Radical (12A)
Based on an incredible true story from a Mexican border town plagued by neglect and corruption. Emmy nominee, Eugenio Derbez plays a teacher trying a radical new method to unleash the curiosity and potential of his students.
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Tuesday 10 December
RBO: Cinderella
Broadcast live from The Royal Ballet and Opera, prepare to be transported into the magical world of Cinderella where fairy dust makes dreams come true. An enchanting Ballet for the whole family by Founding Choreographer Frederick Ashton.
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Wednesday 11 December to Wednesday 2 July
Lunchtime Concerts
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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Friday 13 December to Tuesday 24 December
Dear Santa
From the author of children's classic, Dear Zoo. Santa is determined to deliver the perfect Christmas present to Sarah and with the help his cheeky elf, he decides on something just in time. Perfect for our littlest audience members, two and above.
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Friday 27 December to Sunday 29 December
Christmas Jazz: After Party
With the turkey gone cold, the wine drank and the family on their way back home, leave the dishes behind and join Larry, Zak and the crew for a xmas jazz after party in Chelmsford Theatre Studio.
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Sunday 5 January
RBO: The Nutcracker
Filmed live at The Royal Ballet and Opera. Join Clara at a delightful party that becomes a magical adventure once everyone else is in bed. Tchaikovsky’s iconic score and Peter Wright’s much loved production combine the thrill of fairytale with dance.
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Thursday 16 January
Simon Brodkin: Screwed Up: TV Special Warm Up
Lee Nelson creator and comedian, Simon Brodkin, rips in to celebrity culture, social media, the police, Putin, Prince Andre and God in this nothing off limits, outrageous stand up tour.
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Friday 17 January to Saturday 18 January
Sleeping With Beauty
An adults only twist on the classic Sleeping Beauty, where we follow Princess Awhorin and her friends as they ‘sleep around’ and fight against the devilishly horny Carabosse.