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Fancy a night of great entertainment? With so many wonderful theatres and other venues, there are always plenty of shows in Essex to enjoy. Whether you’re a fan of stand-up comedy, dramas and thrillers, or outstanding live music and concerts, there’s always something for everyone when it comes to live shows in Essex.

In Essex, you will find a host of great theatres and venues putting on great productions – take a trip to the Mercury Theatre in Colchester, or head to the coast and catch a show at the West Cliff Theatre in Clacton or the Cliffs Pavilion in Southend. Wherever you choose to go, you’re guaranteed a night of fabulous entertainment – so why not try something different for your next night out in Essex?

Discover upcoming shows in Essex below!

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Film: Polar Express (PG)

Address

Palace Theatre, 430 London Road, Southend, Essex, SS0 9LA

Telephone
+44 (0)343 310 0030

boxoffice@southendtheatres.org.uk

Southend

he Polar Express is a story about a young boy who boards a magical train on Christmas Eve that takes him to the North Pole to meet Santa Claus. During this enchanting journey, he embarks on a path of self-discovery, learning that the wonder of life…

Dates

From:
30 Nov 2025
Film: Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (PG)

Address

Palace Theatre, 430 London Road, Southend, Essex, SS0 9LA

Telephone
+44 (0)343 310 0030

boxoffice@southendtheatres.org.uk

Southend

In Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) accidentally boards a flight to New York City during a Christmas trip to Miami. Separated from his family again, he crosses paths with the same burglars, who now plan to rob a…

Dates

From:
30 Nov 2025
The Ho Ho Ho! Mrs Christmas Show

Address

Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PT

Colchester

From the team behind The Ho Ho Ho Christmas Show comes a new enchanting show about thankfulness.

Dates

From:

2 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025
Sam Campbell, Bridget Christie, Maisie Adam, Tom Rosenthal: Live At Christmas

Address

Colchester Charter Hall, Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YH

Telephone
01206506905

info@colchester-events.co.uk

Price
Price £28.00 Per Ticket

Cowdray Avenue, Colchester

The country's best comedians are coming to Colchester for a spectacular all-star festive show!

Dates

From:
6 Dec 2025Open 19:30 - 22:00
Shrek the Musical

Address

Colchester Charter Hall, Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YH

Telephone
01206506905

info@colchester-events.co.uk

Price
Price £20.00 to £25.00 Per Ticket

Cowdray Avenue, Colchester

THE WEST END & BROADWAY HIT MUSICAL COME TO COLCHESTER FOR CHRISTMAS 2025

Dates

From:

13 Dec 2025to4 Jan 2026Open 14:00 - 22:00