Getting Here
Located in the heart of Chelmsford's West End, we are only a 10-minute walk from Chelmsford train station and a short distance from many of the city's car parks.
The Owl Who Came for Christmas
Saturday 12 December 2026 to Saturday 2 January 2027
Family
“Mum, look! There’s a bauble moving in the tree!”
Fly into author, John Hay and Garry Parson‘s heart-warming tale this Christmas and join Rosie the Owl on her feathered adventures!
Join Rosie the Owl on her enchanting adventures as she finds herself nestled amidst the branches of a family's new Christmas tree. Witness the joy and wonder as the family discovers their unexpected visitor and endeavours to help Rosie find her way back home to the forest.
Inspired by the true story of Rosie the Owl, this charming tale celebrates the power of love, kindness, and the magic of Christmas. With toe-tapping songs, captivating puppetry, and plenty of opportunities for audience participation, this delightful show promises to captivate audiences of all ages.
Adapted for the stage by the talented Chandni Mistry, Creative Programmes Practitioner at Leicester Curve, The Owl Who Came for Christmas, is the perfect festive treat for families looking to make cherished memories together.
Running approximately 1 hour with no interval, it's suitable for children aged 1 and up. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of Rosie's journey this Christmas!
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Time & Tickets
Sat 12 Dec 2026
Sun 13 Dec 2026
Tue 15 Dec 2026
10:30
Chelmsford Theatre Studio
Sold Out
Wed 16 Dec 2026
10:30
Chelmsford Theatre Studio
Sold Out
Thu 17 Dec 2026
10:30
Chelmsford Theatre Studio
Sold Out
Fri 18 Dec 2026
Sat 19 Dec 2026
Sun 20 Dec 2026
Mon 21 Dec 2026
Tue 22 Dec 2026
Wed 23 Dec 2026
Thu 24 Dec 2026
Sat 26 Dec 2026
Sun 27 Dec 2026
Mon 28 Dec 2026
Tue 29 Dec 2026
Wed 30 Dec 2026
Thu 31 Dec 2026
Fri 1 Jan 2027
Sat 2 Jan 2027
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Planning Your Visit
By Train
Chelmsford Train Station is a short walk from the Theatre. You can look at Greater Anglia to check which trains stop at Chelmsford Station.
By Bus
Chelmsford Bus Station is just around the corner from the Theatre. You can look at First Essex to check which buses stop at the Chelmsford Bus Station.
By Car
The closest parking to the Theatre can be found at Townfield Street car park (open till 11pm Mon to Sat but closes at 6pm on Sun), Coval Lane car park (entrance via Rainsford Lane, open all hours) and Fairfield Road car park, (entrance via Coval Lane, open all hours but there are restrictions in place Mon to Fri before 5pm, Fairfield Road car park is also used extensively by people visiting the city in general and travelling to London on the train so can be very busy at all times).
Visit www.chelmsford.gov.uk/car-parks for information on all carparks before your visit. Charges apply at all times.
All Chelmsford City Council car parks are now cashless. You can still pay by card, contactless payment or the MiPermit app.
Our café and box office are open Monday to Saturday 10am to 3pm. The Box Office is closed on bank holidays unless there is a performance.
Outside of the times above the building will open 90 minutes before an event.
Our Address
Chelmsford Theatre
Fairfield Road
Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 1JG
Box Office: 01245 606505
Email: boxoffice@chelmsford.gov.uk
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