Dazzling drag and queer nights out at Chelmsford Theatre
Welcome to Chelmsford's home of glamazons, queer comedy, tributes to gay icons and allies, theatre and more. Feel your fantasy right here at Chelmsford Theatre.
What's on
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Friday 13 FebruaryJarman: The Story of Derek Jarman
Derek Jarman’s influence remains as strong as it was on the day he died in 1994. But his story, one of the most extraordinary lives ever lived, has never been told. Until now.
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Saturday 14 FebruaryFastlove: The George Michael Tribute 2026
Direct from London’s West End, this is the world’s favourite George Michael celebration! This one is for the fans: Wake Me Up, Too Funky, Father Figure, Freedom, Faith, Knew You Were Waiting, Careless Whisper and many more.
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Sunday 15 MarchRocket Man
The Rocket Man and their live band take you down the Yellow Brick Road with two hours of glorious Elton hits, including, Saturday Nights Alright, Crocodile Rock, I’m Still Standing, Philadelphia Freedom, and many more.
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Friday 10 AprilThe Spice Girls Experience
Spice up your life with The Spice Girls Experience, a very special theatre show with a fun party vibe.
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Friday 22 MayThe Dazzling Diamonds 2026
Returning with a brand-new comedy variety drag show. From jaw-dropping dance numbers to hilarious lip-sync performances and not forgetting the sensational live vocals, the cast are pulling out all the stops to make this show as unforgettable as the last.
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Friday 17 July to Friday 16 OctoberFanny Galore's Big Bingo Party 2026
Feeling lucky? Head down to join Fanny Galore for a big bingo party right here at Chelmsford Theatre Studio. Think singing, dancing, games and a glamorous round of bingo hosted by Essex-based Fanny.
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Saturday 10 OctoberAnia Magliano: Peach Fuzz
Fresh from starring in the latest series of Taskmaster, Ania Magliano brings a brand-new show full of jokes, confessions, and occasionally unhinged observations to Chelmsford.
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Thursday 29 OctoberChristopher Hall: Pizazz
Come on the ultimate hometown holiday night out with Christopher Hall - he’ll give you a hilariously fun soirée and have you tucked up back in bed at a sensible time
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Saturday 7 NovemberMorgan Rees: What A Bummer
After Morgan and his partner went on separate holidays - one to a Mathematics Forum and the other to a Bear Party - a massive revelation forced him to re-evaluate everything.
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Saturday 19 SeptemberPaul Sinha: 2 Sinha Lifetime
Paul celebrated his 30th anniversary in stand-up last year and despite his continued quiz successes, Radio 4 series, and decision to write a memoir, Paul is not ready to exit the stage just yet.
