Theatre in Essex
Discover theatre in Essex, including theatre shows, plays, musicals and performing arts. Updated regularly with upcoming events and local things to do.
Upcoming Theatre in Essex

Folk Extra – Daoirí Farrell
April 8, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Bedlam A Mercury Original co-production with Arcola Theatre in association with New Wolsey Theatre
April 8, 2027
Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PT

The Carole King and James Taylor Songbook
April 11, 2027
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

Beatlemania
April 16, 2027
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

Belinda O’Hooley & Jackie Oates
April 17, 2027
Main Road, Harwich, Essex CO12 3LU

Adult Panto 2027
April 17, 2027
Playhouse Square, Harlow, Essex CM20 1LS

Strong Enough – Tribute Concert to Cher
April 18, 2027
Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1SE

Hunter Muskett
April 19, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

First Time Flyers
April 22, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Buddy Holly’s Winter Dance Party
April 23, 2027
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

Showaddywaddy
April 23, 2027
Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1SE

The LipSinkers
April 24, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF
What’s on in Essex?
Dovetail Events helps you find local events, entertainment, tickets, venues and things to do across East Anglia. This page is updated as new events are added, helping you discover what’s happening nearby.
Whether you are looking for live music, family days out, comedy, theatre, festivals, markets or seasonal events, this guide brings together upcoming listings in one place.