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James Graham's powerful new adaptation of Alan Bleasdale's BAFTA award-winning TV series is directed by Kate Wasserberg and comes to Colchester, direct from the National Theatre and the West End.
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Boys from the Blackstuff
Type:Play
Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PT
Opening Times
| Season (28 May 2025 - 31 May 2025) |
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What's Nearby
This attractive area was home to Flemish Protestant refugees in the 16th Century.
0.14 miles awayDating from the 4th century AD the foundations of this church near the Police Station…
0.22 miles awayDiscover the foundations of the Roman Theatre, located in Colchester town centre.
0.32 miles awayColchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving town wall in Britain.
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15th Century flint flushwork gatehouse to St John's Abbey (demolished)
0.36 miles awayColchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of…
0.38 miles awayGet up close to nature as you discover an interesting perspective on the local natural…
0.4 miles awayThe Minories is Colchester's Oldest Art Gallery. Entry is free and there is a range of…
0.42 miles awayThree centuries of fascinating toys, costume, clocks and decorative arts displayed in an…
0.43 miles awayThe jewel in Colchester’s crown - an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour…
0.45 miles awayFirstsite is an international gallery and creative community space. See the world…
0.47 miles awayHigh Woods Country Park is one of Colchester's beauty spots, ideal for walking, cycling,…
1.27 miles awayGosbecks Archaeological Park is one of the most significant Iron Age and Roman sites in…
2.08 miles awayHome to around 180 species and set in 60 acres of parkland and lakes, Colchester…
3.15 miles awayPoplar is proud to have been at the heart of the community for over 80 years. Our roots…
6.02 miles awayMagnificent Tudor building with the tallest Gatehouse in Britain and 16th century…
6.17 miles awayFor over 50 years the East Anglian Railway Museum has been transporting visitors of all…
6.31 miles awayDedham Art & Craft Centre is housed in a converted church in this popular village. The…
6.43 miles awayBrightlingsea on the River Colne is rich in seafaring history and has the distinction of…
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