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About

The Mercury Theatre in Colchester, Essex is at the heart of the city's arts scene - an active and leading theatre venue involved in putting on exciting plays, musicals and performances of national and international importance, as well as in the creation of its own theatre productions of national accliam (Mercury Productions). An evening out at the Mercury Theatre is a perfect way to end a day of sightseeing or shopping in Colchester city centre.
 

The recent £11.3 million redevelopment project has modernised and transformed the Mercury, safeguarding its future for the Essex community. Improvements include:

- A transformed foyer space,

- Redeveloped main audiorium with additional seating 

- Full accessibility throughout for the first time

- New rehearsal and community spaces equipped to support the best new talent

- Extended backstage facilities

- A new all-day cafe/bar area

 

Book Tickets

Guide Prices

Buy your tickets for events at the Mercury Theatre by phone, online or in person. Various offers and discounts exist for different shows, so check out the Mercury Theatre website for more details.
The Mercury Theatre Box Office is open from 10am to 8pm, or 90mns before shows.

Events

Tuesday, 19th March 2024 - Tuesday, 19th March 2024

Wednesday, 20th March 2024 - Wednesday, 20th March 2024

Feel MeFeel Me is a new interactive theatre show from The Paper Birds
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Thursday, 21st March 2024 - Thursday, 21st March 2024

Reginald D HunterComedian Reginald D. Hunter comes to Colchester!
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Friday, 22nd March 2024 - Friday, 22nd March 2024

Buffy RevampedSeventy minutes. Seven seasons. One Spike.
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Friday, 22nd March 2024 - Friday, 22nd March 2024

GambleAvalon Comedy's The Comedy Network is a monthly series of laugh out loud comedy nights, featuring the best up-and-coming comedians – we can promise you a great night with lots of laughs and talent.
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Tuesday, 26th March 2024 - Tuesday, 26th March 2024

The Comedy NetworkAvalon Comedy's The Comedy Network is a monthly series of laugh out loud comedy nights
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Tuesday, 26th March 2024 - Tuesday, 26th March 2024

The Comedy NetworkAvalon Comedy's The Comedy Network is a monthly series of laugh out loud comedy nights, featuring the best up-and-coming comedians – we can promise you a hilarious night!
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Wednesday, 27th March 2024 - Wednesday, 27th March 2024

Awake My Soul: The Mumford & Sons StoryThis is a Stomp and Holler not to be missed!
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Thursday, 28th March 2024 - Thursday, 28th March 2024

Andy ParsonsCatch the comedian in Colchester!
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Tuesday, 2nd April 2024 - Tuesday, 2nd April 2024

Friend (The One with Gunther)One man, seventy minutes, ten seasons. The entire 236 episodes of the hit 90s TV show, FRIENDS, retold through the eyes of Gunther, Central Perk's very own 'seventh Friend'.
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Thursday, 4th April 2024 - Thursday, 4th April 2024

An Evening With AggersJonathan Agnew talks his life and career.
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Saturday, 6th April 2024 - Sunday, 7th April 2024

Peppa Pig's Fun Day OutPeppa Pig is back in her oinktastic brand new live show, Fun Day Out!
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Tuesday, 9th April 2024 - Thursday, 11th April 2024

imitating the dog's FrankensteinFrankenstein, inspired by Mary Shelley's novel
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Friday, 12th April 2024 - Friday, 12th April 2024

Griff Rhys JonesGriff Rhys Jones is back on the road with his much-anticipated brand new stand-up tour. Join Griff as he shares more funny observations and comic stories.
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Saturday, 13th April 2024 - Saturday, 13th April 2024

Rude Science!The naughtiest, funniest, most revolting science show in the world.
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Tuesday, 16th April 2024 - Tuesday, 16th April 2024

The Marvin Gaye SongbookWake up and let's get down tonight as we celebrate the Prince of Motown. This is the Marvin Gaye Songbook!
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Wednesday, 17th April 2024 - Wednesday, 17th April 2024

Legends: The DivasThree icons of music. Six decades of hits. One amazing concert.
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Thursday, 18th April 2024 - Saturday, 20th April 2024

The Importance of Being… Earnest?Say It Again, Sorry? presents: The Importance of Being… Earnest?
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Tuesday, 23rd April 2024 - Wednesday, 24th April 2024

Julius CaesarJulius Caesar. A divisive leader who holds awesome power. Join Icarus Theatre Collective for a boldly modern re-telling, perfect for newcomers to Shakespeare.
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Wednesday, 24th April 2024 - Wednesday, 24th April 2024

NT Live – The Motive and the CueSam Mendes (The Lehman Trilogy) directs Mark Gatiss as John Gielgud and Johnny Flynn as Richard Burton in this fierce and funny new play.
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Friday, 26th April 2024 - Friday, 26th April 2024

Money For NothingMoney For Nothing is a tribute to the Dire Straits like no other before.
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Saturday, 27th April 2024 - Saturday, 27th April 2024

Joe Pasquale40 years of cack… Continued!
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Friday, 3rd May 2024 - Saturday, 18th May 2024

MidsummerA wild ride of love, laughs, and lost weekends
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Thursday, 9th May 2024 - Thursday, 9th May 2024

Friday, 10th May 2024 - Friday, 10th May 2024

NastyThe Nasty Girls are here to tell you about all their angriest, grossest and most shameful moments in full, uncensored detail.
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Saturday, 11th May 2024 - Saturday, 11th May 2024

NT Live – The Motive and the CueSam Mendes (The Lehman Trilogy) directs Mark Gatiss as John Gielgud and Johnny Flynn as Richard Burton in this fierce and funny new play.
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Thursday, 23rd May 2024 - Thursday, 23rd May 2024

The Carpenters StoryA musical journey through the glittering career of pop's most famous brother and sister duo – The Carpenters!
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Friday, 24th May 2024 - Friday, 24th May 2024

The Magic of the Bee GeesGet ready for the night of the year celebrating the Bee Gees' music royalty. Put on your dancing shoes and enjoy their iconic soundtrack with this great night.
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Tuesday, 28th May 2024 - Thursday, 30th May 2024

King ArthurA comedy for the whole family, this hilarious retelling of the Arthurian legends will have audiences crying with laughter and become part of the legend themselves!
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Friday, 31st May 2024 - Friday, 31st May 2024

Saturday, 1st June 2024 - Saturday, 1st June 2024

Sunday, 2nd June 2024 - Sunday, 2nd June 2024

Charlie Cook's Favourite BookBased on the original book Charlie Cook's Favourite Book – written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler
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Thursday, 6th June 2024 - Thursday, 6th June 2024

Rich HallRich Hall comes to Colchester!
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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled access
  • Wheelchairs available

Catering

  • On-site catering
  • On-site light refreshments

Target Markets

  • Coach parties accepted

Map & Directions

Road Directions

The closest car park to the Mercury Theatre is St Mary's Car Park. Discount parking vouchers can be bought in advance from the Theatre alongside show tickets. Find out more information about parking offers on their website.

Public Transport Directions

The Mercury Theatre is convieniently located in the heart of Colchester City Centre, approximately 1 mile from the train station. 

Mercury Theatre

Type:Theatre

Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PT

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  • Regional and MiscellaneousMuddy Stilettos – Award 2022 Muddy Stilettos – Award 2022 2022

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