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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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Monday 10 FebruaryArt and Sip: Candle Making
Prepare to be guided through the art of candle making perfect for experienced candle makers or beginners. Craft a unique fragrance, to create your own three wick candle and learn to hand roll pillar candles with a complimentary drink.
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Tuesday 11 FebruaryAma Gloria (12)
Cléo loves her nanny, Gloria, more than anything. When Gloria suddenly has to return home to Cape Verde to look after her own children, Gloria invites Cléo to visit her and the two have to make the most of their last summer together.
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Tuesday 11 FebruaryTap Factory
Prepare to be captivated as eight male performers deliver a unique blend of dance, acrobatics, music and comedy. With live music and mesmerising choreography, this evening of dance guarantees to leave you with your toes tapping.
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Wednesday 12 FebruarySherlock Holmes: The Last Act
The year is 1916. Holmes returns to Baker Street to resolve ‘the last act’ of his epic career. After two years of retirement, Holmes is drawn back to London for the funeral of his friend Dr Watson.
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Wednesday 12 FebruaryStewart Lee vs The Man-Wulf
Stewart Lee returns to Chelmsford, this time sharing the stage with a tough-talking werewolf comedian from the dark forests of the subconscious who hates humanity. Can the beast inside us all be silenced with the silver bullet of Lee’s stand up.
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Thursday 13 FebruaryEshaan Akbar: Live 2025
Eshaan Akbar is back doing jokes on tour. Eshaan’s previous tour, the Pretender, was described by The Times as ‘pretty sick’ (not an actual quote) so this one is likely to be mad good.
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Thursday 13 FebruaryThe Johnny Cash Roadshow
The Johnny Cash Roadshow is heading into its 20th year on the road. A fast paced, energetic, constantly evolving show, celebrating the music of country legend, Johnny Cash.
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Friday 14 FebruaryMercury 2025
Immerse yourself in a journey paying homage to the music of Freddie Mercury and the legendary Queen. Featuring recreations of their most popular hits like Bohemian Rhapsody, Radio Gaga and more.
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Saturday 15 February
The 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 15 FebruaryEd Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time
According to Mark Twain, humour is defined as tragedy plus time. Come and join Ed Byrne as he tests that formula by mining the most tragic event in his life for laughs following bumper reviews at Edinburgh Fringe.
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Saturday 15 FebruaryA Joke
Three characters with no memory arrive in a void. As they try to work out where they are and why, they discover that one of them is English, one Irish and one a Scotsman…
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Sunday 16 FebruaryAndy Zaltzman: The Zaltgeist
With the third millennium almost 2.5% complete, satirical comedian, Andy Zaltzman, assesses the state of Planet Earth and its most famous and controversial species… the human race.
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Monday 17 February
Play 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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Monday 17 FebruaryPop Divas Live! 2025
Pop Divas Live! Gives you the chance to sing and dance along to some of your favourite pop hits. Recreating the excitement of a pop concert experience with family friendly choreography and lyrics, from Taylor Swift to Olivia Rodrigo and more.
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Tuesday 18 FebruarySIX Workshop
Professional performer, Grace Walker, leads a fun and funky musical theatre workshop celebrating the modern musical, Six. Grace will teach the song, dance and provide budding performers lots of helpful tips along the way.