What's on at Chelmsford Theatre

Celebrate the extraordinary music of global sensation and masterful songwriter, Ed Sheeran with Shape of You including of course the iconic loop pedal and live band.

Shape of You

Fri 19 Jun 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

It is the biggest LGBTQ+ community celebration in Essex, and is all set to return on Saturday 20th June 2026 in Chelmsford.

Outdoor Events

Essex Pride 2026

Sat 20 Jun 2026

Central Park, Chelmsford

Schools and Community Dance schools from Chelmsford and across Essex join together for three nights of dancing entertainment.

Chelmsford Gotta Dance 2026

Mon 22 Jun - Wed 24 Jun 2026

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BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville joins Aidan Turner in a striking new staging of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of the classic novel, where among the glittering salons of the super-rich, one misstep can mean ruin.

Cinema

NT Live: Les Liaisons Dangereuses

Thu 25 Jun 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Rock you way through a celebration of Bon Jovi’s timeless classics transporting you back to the heyday of stadium rock.

The Bon Jovi Experience

Thu 25 Jun 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Celebrate the music of one of the most successful bands of all time as Coldplace recreates the magic of Coldplay.’s live shows with lasers, confetti, video screen and infamous Xyloband LED wristbands.

Coldplace

Fri 26 Jun 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Award-winning theatre school Tomorrow’s Talent presents its end of year Junior Showcase.

Tomorrow's Talent: Golden

Sat 27 Jun 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

There's music in the air and lots of lovin' everywhere as Give Me The Night pays tribute to American soul superstar George Benson, celebrating the musical legend’s life work.

Give Me the Night

Sat 27 Jun 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Harmonious and HarMinis present to you a night of vocal brilliance. Sit back and enjoy an array of musical styles presented to you by a community who love to sing.

Harmonious Choir: A Singing Summer Soiree

Sun 28 Jun 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Award-winning theatre school Tomorrow’s Talent presents its end of year Senior Showcase.

Tomorrow's Talent: All Night Long

Sun 28 Jun 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

This dynamic and inspiring showcase celebrates the talent, versatility, and dedication of students from Years 7–12. Audiences will be treated to an exciting programme of dance, featuring Ballet, Lyrical, through to Commercial and Musical Theatre.

New Hall: Ovation

Thu 2 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

From stadium-shaking anthems to breathtaking choreography, K-Pop All Stars celebrates the global phenomenon redefining pop culture.

K-Pop All Stars

Fri 3 Jul - Tue 28 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Delve into the joys of what life was like before we started living in this AI, computer-based glitchy life we find ourselves now in.

Comedy Stand Up

Simon Evans: Staring at the Sun

Fri 3 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

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Family

Nicky Trix: Magic & Mayhem Returns!

Sat 4 Jul 2026

Nicky Trix returns to the Chelmsford Theatre with an all-new show packed with jaw dropping magic, hilarious comedy and outrageous antics!

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Victor Sloane, a wealthy and ruthless landlord, was found murdered in his office - his young child the sole witness to the crime. You are the jury. Hear the case from the prosecution and defence. Deliver your verdict: Guilty or Not Guilty.

Interactive

Murder Trial Tonight: Death of A Landlord

Sat 4 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Limited Tickets

Come & enjoy a fun & exciting performance of talented young dancers showcasing a mix of dance styles for everyone to enjoy.

Essex Dance Theatre Showcase 2026

Sun 12 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Learn plate spinning, 3 ball juggling, the art of contact juggling and get to try out juggling scarves, clubs, diabolo and much more.

discover

Creative Education: Circus Skills (6-12)

Mon 13 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the Simon and Garfunkel Story tells the story of the origins and meteoric rise of the duo, blended together seamlessly with a full live band performing all the hits.

Music

The Simon and Garfunkel Story

Tue 14 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Award-winning illusionists Jay and Joss bring their brand new mind-bending show to Chelmsford – time to sit back and leave real life behind.

Family

It's Not A Game

Wed 15 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Join the Love Train and take a journey through The Story of Soul with songs from Aretha Franklin, Earth Wind and Fire, James Brown and many more.

Music

The Story of Soul

Thu 16 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Theatre