Spring into an adventurous half-term as you dare to walk along side astonishing dinosaurs, take a trip through history with all the nasty bits left in but don't forget to laugh, explore and play as well, all at Chelmsford Theatre.
What's on
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Saturday 12 July to Friday 17 October
Baby Broadway
An interactive experience where the whole family can sing and dance along to tunes from classic musicals and films, performed by West End singers with bubbles, puppets, actions and dance moves for little ones.
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Saturday 15 March
Whipped Up
Join Dottie, an eager to please server on their first day on the job working in a 50’s style diner, where the babies are the customers and the caregivers are along for the ride.
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Tuesday 18 March to Saturday 22 March
The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
Presented by local amateur childrens group, Offspringers. Adapted from the classic children's book by C.S. Lewis. When the Pevensie children are evacuated from wartime London, they stumble across a mysterious wardrobe with a world inside.
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Friday 4 April to Sunday 6 April
Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians
From the fascinating Pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts of death and decay with the meanest mummies in Egypt. Are you ready to rumble with Ramesses the Great? Dare you enter through the gates of the afterlife?
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Friday 4 April to Sunday 6 April
Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors
From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry’s headless wives and his punch up with the Pope. Meet Bloody Mary and see Ed fall dead in his bed.
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Monday 7 April
Ministry of Science Live 2025
Take a deep dive into the world of science with a few loud bangs along the way! Expect fire, explosions, clouds and the chance to explore the world of the scientists who shape the world. 100% Educational, 200% Entertaining, 300% Explosive, 400% Fun.
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Friday 11 April
Mess!
In this fantastical puppetry adventure, jam packed with original music, magic and comedy, join Princess Olive on a thrilling quest to find the legendary Tidy Up Troll to help clean her room before the Troll Queen’s palace party.
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Friday 18 April to Sunday 20 April
Dinosaur World Live 2025
Experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family. Grab your compass and join an intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a prehistoric world of astonishing dinosaurs.
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Saturday 19 April to Sunday 20 April
Farm 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 3 May
Comedy Club 4 Kids (May 2025)
It's a comedy club, right, but for kids. Also any adults who enjoy a swear-free hour with the international circuit's best stand-ups and sketch acts. Non-patronising. Pure awesome.
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Sunday 4 May to Monday 5 May
The Worst Princess
After being rescued by her twit of a Prince, feisty Princess Sue goes on an adventure to find her happily ever after. Expect dazzling dragons, cool puppets, pop songs and more in this stage adaptation of the beloved children's book, The Worst Princess.
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Saturday 24 May to Saturday 25 October
Wifi Wars (May 2025)
WiFi Wars returns to Chelmsford Theatre with an entirely new show to celebrate their 10th Anniversary. It’s the live comedy game show where you all play along: Log in with your device and compete in a range of challenges and games.
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Friday 30 May
Splat!
Come along to Chelmsford Theatre for a family friendly adventure all about art, perfect for little ones age 3-6. Set in an artist's studio, the show follows the story of two aspiring artists, one neat and dedicated, the other chaotic and messy.
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Saturday 31 May
Nicky Trix Live! Magic and Mayhem
Step into a world of magic and mayhem with family entertainer, Nicky Trix. Promising quick wit and infectious energy, Nicky will give your funny bone a tickle with comedy routines and outrageous antics.