Theatres

Our many theatres throughout the county put on fabulous shows from music events, to plays and ballets, all offering great rates.

The Mercury Theatre in Colchester is at the heart of the town's arts scene - an active theatre venue involved in putting on plays of national and international importance, as well as in the creation of its own theatre pieces by local artists (Made in Colchester). An evening out at The Mercury Theatre is a perfect way to end a day of sightseeing or shopping in Colchester town centre.

Throughout the year, Brentwood Theatre hosts lots of different shows including Shakespeare, musicals, stand-up comedy, family shows and much more, while if you prefer more family friendly productions for all ages why not visit Southend's premier entertainment complex, The Cliffs Pavilion and Palace Theatre? This is a great place to experience live performances as it’s the region's leading theatre and concert hall with programmes including touring West End musicals, ballet, concerts and comedy.

With a thriving theatre scene there’s something for every passionate theatre goer in Essex.

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Princes Theatre

Address

c/o Town Hall, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex, CO15 1SE

Telephone
+44 (0)1255 686633

princestheatreclacton@tendringdc.gov.uk

Clacton-On-Sea

Situated in the picturesque town of Clacton on Sea, sit's a 820 seat 1930's theatre, the largest multi function venue in the district.
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64 reviews
Civic and Cramphorn Theatres

Address

Civic and Cramphorn Theatres, Civic Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1JG

Telephone
+44 (0)1245 606505

boxoffice@chelmsford.gov.uk

Fairfield Road, Chelmsford

Civic holds 505 wiht stage and fixed seating. Cramphorn holds approx 145. Studio theatre with removable seating and stage.
Palace Theatre

Address

430 London Road, Southend, Essex, SS0 9LA

Telephone
01702 351135

Southend

A truly unique building, the Palace always offers a vibrant mix of comedy, music, drama and shows.
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906 reviews
Mercury Theatre

Address

Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PT

Telephone
01206 573948

tickets@mercurytheatre.co.uk

Colchester

The Mercury Theatre Colchester is a vital centre of excellence in the East’s growing creative economy. The theatre is currently closed the public while their £9.8m redevelopment project, Mercury Rising, takes place.
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1090 reviews
Cliffs Pavilion

Address

Station Road, Southend, Essex, SS0 7RA

Telephone
01702 351135

Southend

Southend's premier entertainment complex, the Cliffs Pavilion is a great place to experience live performances. The region's leading theatre and concert hall, programmes include touring West End musicals, ballet, concerts and comedy.
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17 reviews
Brentwood Theatre

Address

15 Shenfield Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 8AG

Telephone
01277 200305

ian@brentwood-theatre.org

Brentwood

A community fringe/studio theatre seating up to 176 or 299 standing. There are tours available.
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396 reviews
West Cliff Theatre

Address

Tower Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex, CO15 1LE

Telephone
01255 474000

tickets@westcliffclacton.org

Clacton-On-Sea

COVID 19 - Currently closed
A traditional 600-seat seaside theatre used all year for a whole range of entertainment, including a traditional summer season variety show. Foyer art gallery and Stage Door Cafe Bar.
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207 reviews
Colchester Arts Centre

Address

Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NF

Telephone
01206 500900

info@colchesterartscentre.com

Colchester

The home of live music, comedy, theatre, poetry, dance, children's shows, clubs, farmer's markets, gigs and more.