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Beryl and Clive (Their Musical) , 27th July 2024, 19:45 to 22:45 at Headgate Theatre Colchester, Chapel Street North, Colchester (20.8 miles)
It’s sing or die with Beryl & Clive, a wildly funny comedy following this fabulously unconventional couple who break all the rules to fulfil their creative dreams. Believing in yourself is the heart of this story, with laughter and chaos running the show and creative spirits are unleashed. Amy Gibbons’ writing takes you on a joyful journey into the absurd, where relationships and self expression take on a whole new meaning. With clown, song and dance this play promises an explosion of love and hilarity like never seen before.
“Not just funny, hilarious..." (J.Pearson Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club)
(Advisory: This musical contains some adult themes which are explored in a light, clownish way, making the show suitable for children.)
Tickets £15, £12 plus booking fee.
Cilla and the Swinging 60's, 23rd August 2024, 19:30 to 22:30 at Headgate Theatre Colchester, Chapel Street North, Colchester (20.8 miles)
Celebrating the Life and Music of the legendary Cilla Black, Cilla & The Swinging 60s is a highly entertaining show, which also includes a handpicked selection of her well-known contemporaries, including Dusty Springfield, Lulu, Petula Clark, The Beatles and many more.
Starring the unforgettable voice of Sandy Smith, along with her talented dancers, the show will take you on a rollercoaster journey through many of the greatest pop songs of the 60s including Cilla’s own chart toppers ‘Anyone Who Had A Heart’ “Alfie” and ‘You’re My World’.
This show is selling out theatres around the country and the reviews speak for themselves.
Other great songs of the decade are featured including “Dancing in the Street”, “Shout”, “Do You Love Me” and “Proud Mary” which will leave you all with that “feel-good” vibe. Hit after hit brings you to your feet ‘Cilla & The Swinging 60s’ has everything – smash hit songs, great music, dancing, singing and a huge smiling memory of the unforgettable Cilla Black.
Tickets £15 plus booking fee.
Wind in the Willows , 24th August 2024 at Headgate Theatre Colchester, Chapel Street North, Colchester (20.8 miles)
We are Burnt Coffee, a theatrical company based in East Anglia. We are back on tour, offering an imaginative adaptation of WIND IN THE WILLOWS. This Summer, we are encouraging families to delve into the world of Rat, Mole and Toad. With a cast of eight playing over thirty characters, and no prop being used only once, the stage will be booming with creativity and colour… you’ll think we’re by the riverbank!
This adaptation has been written with Kenneth Grahame’s classic at the forefront, with a little comedic flair to make it our own. The tale follows Mole and Mr Rat, as they bask in the sun enjoying a hamper of earthworm sandwiches. An uninvited guest, the owner of Toad Hall, interrupts and adventure ensues. Expect motorcars, boats, carriages, prison, angry badgers and even a weasel or two!
Performances at 2pm and 6pm.
Tickets £9, £7 plus booking fee
Chelmsford Opera Group meet at Great Baddow United Reform Church, High Street, Great Baddow, Chelmsford (9.7 miles)
We welcome singers of any ability to join us to have some fun. Monday nights at 8pm until 10pm at Great Baddow united reform church
We are rehearsing for July's performance of Carmen at Cramphorn theatre. We still need to fill some main roles...Don Jose,Escamillo,Morales, El Remendado and Frasquita
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Frank Midgley on 01376 511513 or email Frank Midgley
Dreamcatchers WDC meet at Keene Hall, Galleywood, Watchouse Road, Chelmsford (9.6 miles)
As from Saturday November 27th 2004, Dreamcatchers WDC are moving to a new venue - Keene Hall, Galleywood
Although we are still using Marconi's Sports and Athletic Club for certain nights in 2005.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Sam/Ruth on 01245 252995 or 07740 302795, email Sam/Ruth or visit thier website
Essex Acorn User Group meet at Great Baddow Village Hall (9.9 miles)
Each meeting is on the second Tuesday of the month.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club
Horseshoe CMC meet at Barstable Community Centre, South Riding, Basildon (5.9 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Roy and Jen on 01268 728738 or 07837 063080
Latchingdon Corral CMC meet at Parish hall, Burnham Road, Latchingdon, Chelmsford (6.4 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Linda & Brian on 01621 741898
Nashville CWMC meet at Laindon Community Centre, Aston Road, Basildon (8.2 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Jean on 01268 280239
Pardners CMC meet at The Clarence Rooms, Southend Conservative Club, Clarence Street, Southend-On-Sea (3.7 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01702 232114
Pardners Country Music Club meet at The Clarence Rooms, Southend Conservative Club, Clarence Street, Clarence Street, Southend-On-Sea (3.7 miles)
Every Wednesday evening 8pm to 11pm - Admission £4.00
Live Bands, Great Atmosphere, Dancing, Bar, Food, Raffle and Large Car Park
This is a traditional Country Music Club with no Line Dancing.
Unfortunately we cannot allow children at this venue
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Colin on 01702 232114, email Colin or visit thier website
Rotaract Club of Southend meet at TEAC Wheelbase Club, Eastern Esplanade, Southend-On-Sea (4.6 miles)
Roteract is a club for 18 to 30 year olds meeting every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. We do fundraising and community projects around Southend. Last year we raised £1250 for Bosom Pals, £500 for the Southend Night Shelter and £200 for Mcmillan Nurses.
We also have a very full social calendar. We go to the cinema, have pub/club nights, pool competitions, bowling, dvd nights, poker nights (for fun), meals out, melas in cooked by one of the members.
If you'd like more information, you can email Katy Clarke or visit thier website
Silverado CWMC meet at BAE Systems Hall, Gardiners Lane South, Basildon (5.9 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Allen/Jean on 01708 472537
Smokey Mountain CWC meet at Blue House Community Centre, Laindon Link, Basildon (7.8 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Jackie on 01268 413159
South Essex Gymnastics Club meet at Basildon Sporting Village, Cranes Farm Road, Basildon (7.2 miles)
We offer parent and toddler classes that are open for anybody to come with their children and structured Pre-school classes for children from the age of 2 years.
We offer one hour Gymschool classes for children who are at full time school and are beginners. We also offer a slightly more advanced class that lasts for two hours.
We have squad groups in all three of our disciplines; Men’s and Women’s Artistic and Rhythmic Gymnastics. They train from one day a week to six days a week depending on their level of ability.
We have classes for adult gymnastics, freestyle and disability gymnastics. We also run fun sessions in the holidays and the gym is available at the weekends to host parties.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01268 722479 or visit thier website
T.E.A.C. Social Club meet at 111 Eastern Esplanade, Eastern Esplanade, Southend-On-Sea (4.6 miles)
The Southend-on-Sea T.E.A.C. is a Social club for all ages, Families with or without children, singles and couples. The Club is now currently inviting new memberships for enrolment to a club with class and great entertainment venues throughout the year, both for adults and families with children. The club is open 7 days a week from 12 noon till 11pm. The club also offers a great food menu at lunchtimes, which start from £1.50 & are available every week on Mon, Tues, Thurs, & Fridays. Plus bar Snakes and Sandwiches/Rolls every day. Enjoy a drink looking over the Thames Estuary through our panoramic windows.
“The T.E.A.C. look forward to seeing and meeting you as a new member"
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01702 463331
The Alamo meet at Conservative Hall, Broadway, Sheerness (9.5 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01785 510768
Waco's CWC meet at South Hanningfield Village Hall, South Hanningfield Road, Wickford (6.3 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01268 726270