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

Emily Saunders – International Jazz Week
April 25, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Professor David Olusoga
April 29, 2027
COLCHESTER LEISURE WORLD, COWDRAY AVENUE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX

Milton Jones and Guests
April 29, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

The Bed and Breakfast Star A Cardboard Citizens and Polka Theatre co-production in association with the Mercury Theatre, presented in partnership with Crisis
April 29, 2027
Balkerne Gate, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1PT

Robbie The Theatre Show – Starring Dan Budd
April 30, 2027
Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1SE

Kane Brown – Crowd Work King
May 2, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Peter Pan – Adult Panto
May 8, 2027
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

Fastlove – The Tribute to George Michael
May 8, 2027
Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1SE

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

Afternoon Glee Goes Western!
May 8, 2027
Playhouse Square, Harlow, Essex CM20 1LS

ExTC – This is Pop
May 21, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

London Calling Play The Clash “Should I Stay or Should I Go” Tour 2026/2027
May 22, 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.