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Monday 17 FebruaryPlay in a Day 5-10
Empower Arts bring an exciting, jam packed Play in a Day session to Chelmsford Theatre. Complete with costumes, props, drama games and coaching, budding performers will put together a play ready to perform to friends and family at the end of the day.
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Saturday 20 SeptemberArrival
Get ready to embark on a musical journey back to the 70’s and celebrate the timeless hits and iconic styles of ABBA. From Waterloo, Mamma Mia and SOS, to Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!, and The Winner Takes It All, this show is sure to have your toes tapping.
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Tuesday 4 March to Saturday 8 MarchCruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical
Cruel Intentions is coming to Chelmsford. Based on the iconic film and peppered with ‘90s pop classics from Britney Spears to *NSYNC and many more, this tale of deception and unexpected romance guarantees to have your toes tapping.
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Monday 30 JuneA Shoddy Detective
Prepare to laugh out loud with this slapstick whodunnit featuring four actors, a dozen characters and a whole load of chaos. When a priceless painting goes missing, Detective Stuart Pidcock must call on his arch nemesis to help him solve the crime.
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Thursday 13 NovemberNik Kershaw
An intimate evening of songs, stories and silliness in the company of Nik Kershaw. Exploding onto the pop scene in 1984 and with an impressive list of performing, writing and producing credits, Nik looks back in this intimate evening of nostalgia.
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Thursday 13 MarchIn Other Words
Brought to life by two actors, experience the moving, intimate and humorous story of Arthur and Jane. Connected by the music of Frank Sinatra, this love story explores the effects of Alzheimer’s disease and the transformative power of music.
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Saturday 26 AprilThe Phantoms starring Lee Mead
Celebrating some of the most beloved musicals of all time, Join Essex boy Lee Mead alongside an exciting cast of former phantoms for an evening of West End hits and musical magic.
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Saturday 22 FebruaryJohn Crace: Taking the Lead
From quick witted John Crace comes a satirical memoir from the eyes of his beloved dog, Herbie and as a Westminster veteran, boy does he have some stories to share. From Sadiq Khan’s Labrador to being fired by Theresa May, Herbert Hound tells all.
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Friday 29 November to Sunday 5 JanuarySnow 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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Sunday 1 JuneThe Wizard of Oz
Starring our very own, the fabulous Fanny Galore as Glinda Galore, alongside a professional cast of West End performers, this spectacular, panto-like story is packed with hilarious jokes, dazzling dance routines, glittering scenery and family fun.
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Friday 13 December to Tuesday 24 DecemberDear 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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Wednesday 23 AprilQuentin Crisp: Naked Hope
Mark Farrelly brings his solo play to Chelmsford Theatre for an up close encounter with the original Englishman in New York, Quentin Crisp. Packed with witty gems, Naked Hope is an uplifting celebration of the urgent necessity to be your true self.
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Saturday 19 April and Sunday 20 AprilFarm Boy
It sometimes felt as though time had stood still on the farm, the old Fordson tractor, Grandpa tending his chickens. That is, until his grandson came, and the old man started telling some of the stories of what it had been like when he was a boy.
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Saturday 22 FebruaryComedy Special with Seann Walsh, Marcus Brigstocke and Fatiha El-Ghorri
Compered by biting topical comedian, Alistair Barrie, comes this unique night of expertly honed stand up. Joining us are stereotype busting Fatiha El-Ghorri, observational genius from Seann Walsh and the major comedy and writing talent of Marcus Brigstock
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Saturday 15 FebruaryThe Dinosaur That Pooped A Rock Show
Adapted from the best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, the whole family will have a poopy good time enjoying a brand new story for the stage. Featuring new songs by Tom and Dougie, a lot of laughs and a whole lot of poo!
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Wednesday 04 June 2025ABC: An Evening with Martin Fry
Join Martin Fry for an intimate evening of stripped back music and conversation. Frontman of iconic British pop band ABC, Fry will take you on a journey through their well deserved place in pop history, From Poison Arrow to When Smokey Sings.
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Thursday 10 AprilStrong Enough: The Ultimate Tribute to Cher
Features 25 smash hits, six decades of stardom and enough costume changes to cause a sequins shortage, Strong Enough is a celebration of the global superstar and icon, Cher. With a full live band and dancers, you’ll experience passion and the flair.
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Sunday 1 June
The Wizard of Oz
Starring our very own, the fabulous Fanny Galore as Glinda Galore, alongside a professional cast of West End performers, this spectacular, panto-like story is packed with hilarious jokes, dazzling dance routines, glittering scenery and family fun.
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Tuesday 3 JuneCreative Education: Dance
Dance specialist, Grace Walker, leads this fun, upbeat and exciting dance session. Jump in with an energetic warm up, then get ready to learn a routine to the one and only Bruno Mars, in the style of hip hop.
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Wednesday 4 June
ABC: An Evening with Martin Fry
Join Martin Fry for an intimate evening of stripped back music and conversation. Frontman of iconic British pop band ABC, Fry will take you on a journey through their well deserved place in pop history, From Poison Arrow to When Smokey Sings.
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Thursday 5 JuneDanny Baker: Aye Aye! Ahoy Hoy!
Aye, aye, ahoy hoy! The unstoppable talking panjandrum is back in town, celebrating fifty years afloat on the showbiz seas. Dead men tell no tales, so might as well get 'em all told now, two thundering hours guaranteed.
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Friday 6 JuneJulian Clary: A Fistful of Clary 2025
Renowned homosexual Clary is fixing to saddle up and head out on tour. Join his posse as the lucky few will play with him on stage in the Hang ‘em Low saloon. Witness the final shoot-out as Julian gives himself selflessly to the last man standing.
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Saturday 7 JunePurple Zeppelin 2025
Purple Zeppelin pay tribute to two iconic rock bands, Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin. Whether you were lucky enough to have seen the bands live or not, they will take you back to the magic, excitement and energy generated by the legendary musicians.
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Saturday 7 JuneThe Sound of Springsteen
The Sound of Springsteen brings to the stage some of the greatest hits and deep cuts from Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band and continues their tour. Promising thundering guitars, iconic saxophone and powerful lyrics.
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Sunday 15 JuneThe Simon and Garfunkel Story 2025
Using projection photos and film footage, this show tells the story of the origins and meteoric rise of Simon and Garfunkel blended with a full band promising all the hits from Mrs Robinson, Bridge Over Troubled Water and many more.
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Friday 20 JuneTaylormania 2025
Katy Ellis plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary artists of our time Taylor Swift. A self professed Swiftie, Ellis takes to the stage with a live band and dances promising to perfectly encompass the atmosphere of a Taylor Swift concert.
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Friday 20 JuneScott Bennett: Blood Sugar Baby
One family, one condition, one hell of a hairy baby. Scott Bennett tells the amazing true story of how his daughter fell ill with a rare genetic condition, congenital hyperinsulinism (CHI). Never heard of it? Neither had Scott and Jemma.
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Saturday 21 JuneFrankie's Guys 2025
Frankie’s Guys pay tribute to vocal quartet Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Accompanied by a live band, the show includes all of the iconic Four Seasons’ hits alongside slick dance moves, smooth harmonies and an electric atmosphere.
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Thursday 26 JuneSun Records: The Concert
Take a step into the past to visit Sun Records, the recording studio and label that brought musical greats like Elvis, Johnny Cash and many more pioneers of rock’n’roll. Let this cast of musicians bring to life the iconic ‘Sun Sound’ live on stage.
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Friday 27 JuneSuzi Ruffell: The Juggle
It’s hard to be good all the time. A good mother, a good daughter, a good partner, a good friend, a good person. The juggle. Confessional comedian, Suzi Ruffell, is exhausted and she hasn't even started yet.
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Saturday 28 JuneIrish Annie's
Come on down for a session at Irish Annie’s pub, a musical play by Asa Murphy celebrating the best of Irish culture, from the music through to the comedy. Featuring a live 5-piece band, Shenanigans.
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Monday 30 June
A Shoddy Detective
Prepare to laugh out loud with this slapstick whodunnit featuring four actors, a dozen characters and a whole load of chaos. When a priceless painting goes missing, Detective Stuart Pidcock must call on his arch nemesis to help him solve the crime.