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Displaying events between 01 September 2026 and 30 September 2026

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A Brief Case of Crazy An award-winning romantic physical comedy from Skedaddle Theatre and Shoddy Theatre in association with York Theatre Royal.

Inspired by the timeless genius of Mr Bean, Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton, A Brief Case of Crazy is a heart-warming and hilarious physical comedy told through slick choreography, mime, clowning and puppetry.

Meet Thomas, an awkward, introverted office worker with a quiet crush on his equally shy colleague, Daisy. His quest for love must contend with a boisterous boss named Simon and a rather bothersome briefcase that drags an awkward introvert into extraordinary events.

Will his quest for love fail? Or will he discover, it’s what’s on the inside that counts? A Brief Case of Crazy is a silent love story with a very loud heart.

“Excellent…A Brief Case of Crazy is an impeccably timed rom-com delight.” - Everything Theatre
“Defintely a company to watch…this is pure theatre” - Broadway World
“Completely electric…like witnessing an evolution of silent film humour into the 21st century, full of sharp timing, goofy charm and unexpected depth” - The Young(ish) Perspective
 Dates: Tue 15 Booking and More Information
Afternoon Tea Experience Pre-order an afternoon tea to enjoy before the show at any of the matinee performances of Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of).

Arrival between 12pm & 12:30pm at Chelmsford Theatre.
The production of Pride and Prejudice begins at 2:30pm

All afternoon teas come with a hot drink of your choice with the following options.

Meat Option includes:
Ham and Mustard finger sandwiches
Cream Cheese and Cucumber finger sandwiches
Scone with clotted cream and jam
Cake selection

Vegetarian Option:
Cream cheese and Cucumber finger sandwiches
Egg Mayonnaise finger sandwiches
Scone with clotted cream and jam
Cake selection

Vegan Option:
Vegan Cream cheese and cucumber
Vegan Ham and mustard
Vegan Cake selection
Vegan Macaroons

Arrival between 12pm & 12:30pm at Chelmsford Theatre.
The production of Pride and Prejudice begins at 2:30pm.

For information regarding food allergies and calories, please contact [email protected] Dates: Sat 12, Thu 17, Sat 19 Booking and More Information
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Baby Broadway 2026 An interactive concert where the whole family can sing and dance along to tunes from classic musicals and films, performed by West End singers. Little ones can enjoy bubbles, charming puppets, lively actions and dance moves to copy, whilst grown ups can indulge in an uplifting singsong.

Concerts last 45 minutes, open to all ages 0+ Dates: Sun 20 Booking and More Information
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Blood Brothers 2026 Written by Willy Russell, the legendary BLOOD BROTHERS tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences.  
  
Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award-winning BLOOD BROTHERS. The production ran for more than 10,000 performances in London’s West End and has been affectionately christened the ‘Standing Ovation Musical’ as inevitably it “brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval” (The Daily Mail).

The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True. 

“One of the best musicals ever written” – Sunday Times
★★★★★“Dazzling” – Sunday Telegraph
★★★★★ “Timeless and thrilling” – Sunday Express
★★★★★ “Absolutely sensational…sends shivers racing down your spine” – Daily Telegraph
“A triumphant evening…unmissable and unbeatable” – The Spectator
“Once is not enough…You’ll be queuing to return” - LBC Dates: Tue 29, Wed 30 Booking and More Information
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Bring Your Own Baby Comedy 2026 Come along for an afternoon of side-splitting comedy, where you can relax and have a good laugh at some hilarious comedians without needing childcare! We have everything you need from buggy parking to baby changing so that you can take some time for yourself and just be entertained.


The bar is stocked whether you fancy a cuppa or even something a bit stronger, G&T anyone? If you need to whip out a bum (the baby’s please!), a boob or a bottle, please feel free and our comics won’t mind being heckled by our younger guests.

* Each show will feature two brilliant comedians plus a compere and the whole show will last approximately 75 mins including an interval. *Please note that we have a 15-month age limit for our little laughers, as our comedians will be performing their usual grown-up jokes.
 Dates: Tue 22 Booking and More Information
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Come From Away Chelmsford Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society proudly present their production of Come From Away.

Experience the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town that welcomed them with open arms.

When 38 planes are unexpectedly grounded in the wake of 9/11, the tight-knit community of Gander, Newfoundland finds itself host to the world. Strangers become friends, cultures collide, and simple acts of kindness grow into extraordinary connections.

This production is presented by CAODS. Filled with soaring music, heartfelt storytelling and moments of genuine humour, Come From Away is a life-affirming musical that celebrates compassion, resilience and the power of human connection.
 Dates: Wed 23, Thu 24, Fri 25, Sat 26 Booking and More Information
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Daniel O'Reilly: Let's Have It Hold on to your seats and brace yourself for a night of outrageous laughs and no-holds-barred comedy, as the one and only Daniel O’Reilly returns to the stage with his brand new, in-your-face tour: ‘Let’s Have It’.

Famous for his unapologetic humour, quick-fire crowd work, and electric stage presence, Daniel is back and funnier than ever – and he’s not holding back. Whether you've seen him go viral online or live on stage, you’ll know one thing for sure: no topic is off-limits, and nothing is safe!

Fresh from sold-out shows across the UK and millions of online fans, Daniel brings his brutally honest, laugh-out-loud take on modern life, relationships, parenthood, and everything in between.

🎟️ Book now – these shows WILL sell out.

🔥 Get ready to laugh until it hurts. It’s raw, it’s real… Let’s Have It!
 Dates: Sat 05 Booking and More Information
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Ian Stone is "Looking for the Wow" Life can’t just be the humdrum, the mundane and the routine before the inevitable slide to disease, decay and death. Why can’t we sneak in a bit of awesome, a tad of amazing and maybe a smidge of wonderful?

A forest canopy opening onto a huge vista would be enchanting for some but my ancestors wandered in the desert for forty years, I think we’ve been outdoors enough.

Others get their fix from the spiritual but I’ve been harbouring a grudge against God since my mother stopped me going to Arsenal after my Barmitzvah. Forty nine years ago. ’God will be watching’ she said. Well, at least he got to see the game. The point is, life could be so much better so I’m on the lookout. Come and join me on the hunt. Dates: Thu 24 Booking and More Information
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Jay Rayner: Nights Out In the Kitchen Jay Rayner faces some serious questions and in Nights Out in the Kitchen, the show marking publication of his fabulous new cookbook, he’s finally going to answer them. What’s the secret to a great dinner party? Is a restaurant critic, renowned for his negative reviews, just a bit of a scumbag? What’s the best thing you can have on toast? Can you braise spaghetti? And what does a food writer do when they’ve run out of words like crispy, moist and dense? All of these vital issues, posed to Jay by someone very close to his cholesterol-drenched heart, will be up for discussion alongside many more as he sets out on tour.

Join wit, raconteur, and occasional pastry-wrangler Jay Rayner, for a couple of hours of intense foodie insight, fabulous dinner ideas and the occasional dodgy one too.

Top priced tickets receive a signed hardback copy of Nights Out in the Kitchen, to be published in September 2026. It’s the hugely anticipated sequel to Jay’s bestselling first cookbook, Nights Out At Home, and features more recipes inspired by his favourite dishes from over a quarter of a century reviewing restaurants, alongside a whole bunch of his own.
 Dates: Thu 03 Booking and More Information
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Please note: If you have purchased a top price ticket for this event a signed copy of Jay's book, Nights Out in the Kitchen, is automatically included. Dates: Thu 03 Booking and More Information
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Keep Fit: Musical Theatre 2025 Come and join Bethan for a fun and exciting workout! Full of show tunes you know and love, it’s time to get those jazz hands at the ready. All levels welcome. This will be a super fun, packed full of musicals, aerobic workout. Easy to follow routines to all those showtunes you know and love with a warmup and cool down.

Each session has a fun theme!

Wed 18 Mar - Musical Theatre Mix Tape
Wed 15 Apr – Hercules
Wed 13 May - Musical Theatre Mix Tape
Wed 17 Jun - We Will Rock You
Wed 15 Jul - Musical Theatre Mix Tape
Wed 23 Sep - Moulin Rouge Dates: Wed 23 Booking and More Information
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Krapp's Last Tape Krapp's Last Tape is a journey through an old man's life, filled with hilarious memories and hopes for the future, coupled with the mourning of lost love and unfulfilled ambition, directed by Academy Award nominee Stockard Channing and starring David Westhead.

Revel in Samuel Beckett's classic play, as audiences are invited into Krapp's world of solitude, memories, dreams, elation, and despair. This production has been brought to life in disused function rooms, underground vaults, former jails, and dusty factories. We are transported to a land of joy, sadness, lost ambition, love, madness, and hope.
 Dates: Thu 17 Booking and More Information
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Laura Lexx: Yo-Yo In a 10 year marriage eventually your partner sees it all. Every bad idea. Every silly decision. Every unfiltered thought, and somehow, they still say they love you. The real twist is that somewhere along the way, you have to believe them.

And maybe, just maybe.. you learn to love yourself too.

Fresh off the success of her critically acclaimed show Slinky (Winner of Best Show at the Women in Comedy Festival and twice nominated for Best International Debut at the New Zealand International Comedy Festival) multi award-winning comedy star Laura Lexx is back with her brand new show Yo-Yo.

As seen on: Mock The Week (BBC), Live at The Apollo (BBC), Hypothetical (Dave), Pointless Celebrities (BBC), Roast Battle (Comedy Central), NZ International Comedy Gala (Three), 7 Days (Three).

WINNER: Best Show Women in Comedy Festival 2024.

WINNER: Best MC (Comics Comic Award), Comedians Choice Awards (2018 & 2019) & Best Compere (Chortle awards), Best Show (Amused Moose Awards)
 Dates: Fri 04 Booking and More Information
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Lucy Porter: Let Yourself Go! Festival favourite Lucy returns with a brand-new show about the power of letting yourself go - in every sense. Whether that means embracing your wrinkles and love handles whilst living in a slanket, or having a couple of babychams and dancing like nobody’s watching (and if you’re a middle-aged woman, they’re probably not). It’s also about letting go of the person you’ve always thought you are, and using your midlife crisis to pursue new goals and reinvent yourself.

“Impeccably punchlined anecdotes … genuinely delightful” The Telegraph

“A treat from start to finish” The Herald
 Dates: Fri 11, Sat 12 Booking and More Information
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Paul Sinha: 2 Sinha Lifetime Paul Sinha returned to the Edinburgh Fringe in 2025 after a dramatic 2023 that saw him booking a ticket to Edinburgh’s Royal Infirmary half-way through his run. The autumn that followed became a flurry of tests, scans and finally the surgery which set him on the road to recovery. With no small debt to the NHS, Paul celebrated his 30th anniversary in stand-up last year and despite his continued quiz successes, his Radio 4 series, and his decision to write a memoir, rather than a hastily patched together murder mystery, Paul is not ready to exit the stage just yet. He is thrilled and delighted to be touring his latest Edinburgh Fringe show around the UK.

★★★★★ “In short, it is clever. It is honest. It is very, very funny.” - Broadway Baby

★★★★★ “An upbeat, quick-witted, wide-ranging, gag heavy comedy show. Sharp and self-deprecating, every gag lands.” - On the Mic
 Dates: Fri 18, Sat 19 Booking and More Information
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Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of) Opening at Chelmsford Theatre ahead of their UK tour, David Pugh presents the Chelmsford Theatre production of Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) By Isobel McArthur after Jane Austen.

After its triumph in the West End, where it won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy and the Evening Standard Award, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) returns by public demand and is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story.

Men, money and microphones will be fought over in this irreverent but affectionate adaptation where the stakes couldn’t be higher when it comes to romance. This multi-award-winning production features a string of pop classics including Young Hearts Run Free, Will You Love Me Tomorrow and You’re So Vain.

It’s the 1800s.
It's party time.
Let the ruthless matchmaking begin.

*****
‘Totally deserves the standing ovations it’s getting nightly’
The Daily Telegraph

*****
‘Completely faithful to the book, it’s also a raucously irreverent romp’
Daily Mail

*****
‘Riotously funny...gloriously entertaining...frankly sensational’
Variety


 Dates: Fri 11, Sat 12, Tue 15, Wed 16, Thu 17, Fri 18, Sat 19 Booking and More Information
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Thank ABBA For the Music 2026 For one night only dust off your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA ruled the airwaves! Thank ABBA For The Music is an epic two-hour ABBA-fest that captures all of the magic and excitement of one of pop history’s most phenomenal bands.

Expect all of ABBA’s iconic hits including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Super Trouper, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! SOS, Waterloo, Take A Chance On Me, Voulez-Vous and many more!

Featuring a dynamic cast of outstanding singers, dazzling choreography and interactive video projection - early booking is advised for what promises to be a high-octane extravaganza for ABBA-lovers everywhere. As always ABBA and 70’s fancy dress is optional…but encouraged!

‘Fabbatastic night out! - Times & Star

‘The biggest party with the UK’s best Abba tribute’ - The Sands Centre, Carlisle

‘You were amazing!’ - The Sage Gateshead

Disclaimer: Thank ABBA For The Music is a tribute show and is not affiliated or endorsed by the original artist or management company.
 Dates: Fri 04 Booking and More Information
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The Go Between “The past is a foreign country: they do things differently there.”

When young Leo Colston spends the summer of 1900 in rural Norfolk, he becomes the unwitting messenger between two forbidden lovers. What begins as an innocent errand soon unravels into a dangerous web of love, loss and betrayal in a summer that is destined to end in tragedy.

Inspired by L.P. Hartley’s classic novel, this bold new stage adaptation is a haunting showcase of the beautiful landscape of Norfolk and the thrilling power of live theatre. With original live music, striking visuals and a powerful sense of place, the quiet intensity and pressures of rural life are brought vividly to life in this new play.

Discover The Go Between and experience a summer that’s impossible to forget.
Dates: Tue 08 Booking and More Information
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The Lion Inside A heart-warming tale about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar.

In a dry dusty place where the sand sparkled gold, stood a mighty flat rock, all craggy and old. And under that rock in a tinyful house, lived the littlest, quietest, meekest brown mouse.

Fed up of being ignored and forgotten by the other animals, Mouse wishes he could roar like Lion. But, as he discovers, even the biggest, bossiest people are scared sometimes ... and even the smallest creatures can have the heart of a lion!

Based on the best-selling story by Rachel Bright & Jim Field, this joyous new stage adaptation featuring puppetry, music and song is directed by Sarah Punshon (The Jungle Book), with music and lyrics by Eamonn O’Dwyer (Brief Encounter).
 Dates: Tue 01 Booking and More Information

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