Discover at Chelmsford Theatre gives our community the opportunity, through workshops, masterclasses and more, to learn new skills, find out what goes on behind the scenes at a theatre or enjoy wellbeing through participation in collective arts and performance events.
What's on
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Tuesday 2 December to Wednesday 25 FebruaryLife Drawing
Life Drawing at Chelmsford Theatre! This workshop is for those wanting to learn something new, enjoy a fun evening out with friends, or for artists wanting to develop and continue experimenting with their practice.
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Wednesday 28 January to Wednesday 23 SeptemberKeep Fit: Musical Theatre 2025
Full of show tunes you know and love, it’s time to get those jazz hands at the ready. All levels welcome. This will be a super fun, packed full of musicals, aerobic workout.
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Monday 8 December to Monday 15 JuneBaby Boogie 2025/26
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.
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Monday 8 December to Monday 15 JuneToddler Boogie
Fun, relaxed music and dance sessions for children who are walking! This session is all about getting up and active in a fun, interactive way.
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Wednesday 10 DecemberPaint n Sip
Join us in our cosy studio for an Art and Sip session, a relaxed environment perfect for both beginners or seasoned artists. Friendly tutors will guide you through the process offering tips and tricks along the way.
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Saturday 13 DecemberBackstage Tour: Aladdin
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 is created
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Tuesday 27 January to Tuesday 14 JulyTiny Tales 2025-26
Step into a world of wonder and imagination with Tiny Tales, a delightful storytelling session specially designed for toddlers.
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Tuesday 27 January to Tuesday 14 JulyToddler Tales 2025-26
Step into a world of wonder and imagination with Tiny Tales, a delightful storytelling session specially designed for toddlers.
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Saturday 7 FebruaryBackstage Tour: The Woman in Black
Take a peek behind the scenes of the chilling ghost story The Woman In Black, walk across the stage and see how the production is created.
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Monday 16 FebruaryMusical Theatre: Tangled (5-10)
Bring to life the story of Rapunzel through singing and dancing in our fun-filled Tangled Musical Theatre Workshop. Magic hair not required!
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Monday 16 FebruaryMusical Theatre: Mamma Mia! (11-16)
Dive into the vibrant world of ABBA with our Mamma Mia Musical Theatre Workshop and bring out your inner Dancing Queen as you focus on singing and choreography.
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Monday 16 FebruaryMusical Theatre: Aladdin (5 to 10)
Throw yourself into a jam-packed 90 minutes of games, warmups, singing, dancing, solos and more with our Musical Theatre: Aladdin workshop.
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Tuesday 17 FebruaryMusical Theatre Intensive: Hadestown (11-16)
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Hadestown with our Musical Theatre Workshop and learn two iconic songs from the show and master a full dance routine.
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Thursday 19 FebruaryMusical Theatre Workshop: The Wizard of Oz (6 - 11)
Explore the enchanting world of Oz and bring to life some of the beloved characters through singing and a dance routine that is fit for the Yellow Brick Road.
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Thursday 19 FebruaryMusical Theatre Workshop: Hercules (6 - 11)
Explore the heroic adventure tale of Hercules with our Musical Theatre Workshop as you learn catchy songs and lively dance routine inspired by the Greek myth.
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Tuesday 31 MarchMusical Theatre: Matilda
Enjoy a magical morning of mischief and mayhem with our Matilda the Musical workshop inspired by the West End and Broadway show.
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Tuesday 31 MarchMusical Theatre: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Enjoy our whimsical musical theatre workshop inspired by the classic show Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, perfect for young performers
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Tuesday 31 MarchMusical Theatre: Dear Evan Hansen
Step into the emotional and powerful world of Dear Evan Hansen in this exciting musical theatre workshop designed for young performers.
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Wednesday 1 AprilMusical Theatre Workshop: Hairspray
Explore the musical Hairspray through its songs, acting and dance in this musical theatre workshop – you can’t stop the beat.
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Wednesday 1 AprilMusical Theatre Workshop: Shrek The Musical
Embark on a magical adventure into the swamps with our fun-filled half day musical theatre workshop based around the hit musical Shrek.
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Thursday 2 AprilFilm Making Workshop: Film Trailers
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.
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Friday 3 AprilMusical Theatre Intensive: Les Mis
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.
