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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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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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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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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 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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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Wednesday 11 DecemberLunchtime 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 DecemberChristmas 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 JanuaryRBO: 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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Friday 17 January to Saturday 18 JanuarySleeping 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.
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Friday 17 January to Wednesday 2 AprilLife Drawing 2025
Come along for a life drawing workshop in our relaxed and cosy studio setting. Led by Gareth Barton, you will have the opportunity to learn something new, enjoy a fun evening with friends or for budding artists to further develop skills.
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Sunday 19 JanuaryPeter Andre starring in
Starring Peter Andre, The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons comes to Chelmsford Theatre as part of a UK Tour celebrating the nostalgic hits and career of the iconic sixties Jersey boyband.
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Sunday 19 JanuaryRBO: The Tales of Hoffman
Filmed live from The Royal Ballet and Opera, A poet who is extremely unlucky in love remembers his sweetheart from younger years. Four women, four curious love stories. Juan Diego Florez leads an enigmatic cast in Offenbach’s dream-like opera.
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Wednesday 22 JanuaryBird (15)
The return to fiction filmmaking from Andrea Arnold. BIRD is a tender, striking and extraordinarily surprising coming of age fable about marginalised life in the fringes of contemporary society with Arnold’s empathetic social realism.
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Wednesday 22 January to Thursday 23 JanuaryThat'll Be The Day 2025
Immerse yourself in a fusion of rock ‘n’ roll, pop and comedy as That’ll Be The Day returns to Chelmsford Theatre. Promising a captivating journey through music history from the 50s to the 80s filled with electrifying performances and iconic tunes.
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Friday 24 JanuaryThe Drifters
Boasting over 8 decades on the music scene, many line up changes and over 50 hits world wide, The Drifters come to Chelmsford Theatre. Performing all their best loved hits from Saturday Night at the Movies, Down on the Beach and many more.
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Saturday 25 JanuaryThe Magic of Motown
The biggest Motown party of the year comes to Chelmsford Theatre. Now in its 18th year touring the UK, get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this new live concert spectacular.
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Saturday 25 JanuaryThe Thinking Drinkers
The hardest working beefcakes in alcohol based infotainment present a new musical extravaganza. Sip back as the drinks experts embark on an all singing, all dancing musical mission to prove alcohol is indeed, the cornerstone of civilisation.
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Sunday 26 JanuaryChelmsford Dance Centre Spectacular 2025
Join us for an enchanting Ballroom and Latin show that spans generations, showcasing the incredible talents of little ones aged from just 18 months to seasoned professionals.
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Wednesday 29 JanuaryThe Crime is Mine (15)
A struggling actress and her best friend, an unemployed lawyer, live in a cramped flat and owe five months’ rent. Opportunity knocks after a lascivious theatrical producer who made an inappropriate advance towards Madeleine turns up dead.