Road, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 1SE 01255 686633. www.tendringdc.gov.uk › Leisure › Princes Theatre 24-27 Nov Mr Popper’s Penguins With songs, puppets and a family of performing penguins, this is a delightful musical adaptation of Richard and Florence Atwater’s popular book. Palace Theatre, 430 London Road, Westcliff-onSea, SS0 9LA. 01702 351135 www.southendtheatres.org.uk 25-Nov Snow White - Vienna Festival Ballet This spellbinding treat performed by Vienna Festival Ballet will dazzle the whole family. Princes Theatre, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea. CO15 1SE 01255 686633. www.tendringdc.gov.uk › Leisure › Princes Theatre 25-Nov Hammers Heroes Enjoy a final night of West Ham nostalgia as Football for Fans present their hugely popular Hammers Heroes show for the last time. Queen’s Theatre, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT. 01708 443333. www.queens-theatre.co.uk 26 Nov - 8 Jan Dick Whittington Mercury panto stars Dale Superville, Antony Stuart-Hicks and Ignatius Anthony are back to tell the rags-to-riches tale of Dick Whittington – the Essex boy who heads to London to find out if the streets are paved with gold. Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester, CO1 1PT. 01206 573948. www.mercurytheatre.co.uk 29 Nov - 3 Dec Lucky For Some The play, set in a 1960s holiday camp, follows Christopher, who takes his wife Mary on holiday to celebrate their first wedding anniversary, only to find the venue has until recently been an army camp with not many upgrades! Palace Theatre, 430 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 9LA. 01702 351135 www.southendtheatres.org.uk MUSIC 6-Nov Solid Gold Rock ‘n’ Roll starring Marty Wilde Original ‘dreamboats’, Marty Wilde, Eden Kane, Mike Berry, and The Wildcats, as well as very special guest Mark Wynter, join forces in The Solid Gold Rock n Roll Show. Cliffs Pavilion, Station Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 7RA. 01702 351135 www.southendtheatres.org.uk 7-Nov The Stylistics The Stylistics with their charisma, style and harmony, evolved into one of the best-selling soul groups ever. Cliffs Pavilion, Station Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 7RA. 01702 351135 www.southendtheatres.org.uk
in the aisles. The Harlow Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Harlow, CM20 1LS 01279 431945. www.playhouseharlow. com 18-Nov Soul Legends The smash-hit Stateside spectacular, featuring more soul classics than ever, with a huge cast of talented singers and musicians bringing to life the hits of Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Michael Jackson, Tina Turner and more. The Harlow Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Harlow, CM20 1LS. 01279 431945 www.playhouseharlow.com 19-Nov The Roy Orbison Story Barry Steele is widely recognised as one of the world’s leading vocalists playing homage to legend Roy Orbison. Civic Theatre, Duke Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG. 01245 606505 www.chelmsford.gov.uk 20-Nov Last Night of the Autumn Proms A feast of uplifting classics crowned with a jubilant proms finale. Cliffs Pavilion, Station Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 7RA. 01702 351135. www.southendtheatres.org.uk 24-Nov Holly at Christmas ‘Buddy Holly and The Cricketers’ come to town with a smash hit tribute that has wowed fans worldwide. Holly’s hits, contemporary classics and some Christmas crackers make for a feast of entertainment that will get you rock’n’rolling and roaring for more! Queen’s Theatre, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT. 01708 443333. www.queens-theatre.co.uk 25-Nov Soul Journey II - an audience with Steve Brookstein The original winner of The X Factor, remembering the Legends of Soul Returning to Brentwood by popular demand! Brentwood Theatre, 15 Shenfield Rd, Brentwood, CM15 8AG. 01277 200305 www.brentwood-theatre.co.uk 25-Nov Jive Talkin’ The timeless repertoire of the Bee Gees is brought to life in this stunning stage production that is taking the country by storm. Braintree Arts Theatre, Notley Road, Braintree, CM7 1WY. 01376 556 354 www.braintreeartstheatre.com 26-Nov The Rat Pack Swinging Christmas Show The Rat Pack are joined by special guests including a star studded Band and the stunning Siverbell Showgirls. Princes Theatre, Station Road, Clactonon-Sea, CO15 1SE. 01255 686633 www.tendringdc.gov.uk › Leisure › Princes Theatre
11-Nov Supreme Queen Front man, Scott Maley plays a uncannily realistic ‘Freddy’ with just the right look, stage persona and, most importantly of all, the most incredibly powerful voice! West Cliff Theatre, Tower Road, Clactonon-Sea. CO15 1LE/ 01255 433344 www.westcliffclacton.co.uk
Arts and Exhibitions 10 Sep - 5 Nov Radical Craft: Alternative Ways of Making The exhibition, which is co-curated by Laura Hamilton, will showcase artworks by historically renowned artists associated with the ‘Outsider Art’ genre. Beecroft Art Gallery, Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6EX. 01702 212511. www.thehiveartiststudios.moonfruit.com
17-Nov Be-Bop-A-Lula Celebrating the music of Eddie Cochran, Gene Vincent, Billy Fury and Roy Orbison, this show is guaranteed to get you bopping in your seats and dancing
3-Nov - 23 Dec Present Arts A selection of affordable art and craftwork made by local artists, just in time for Christmas! The Gallery, Parndon Mill, Harlow, CM20 2HP. 01279 426042
www.parndonmill.co.uk/gallery/next-exhibition-gallery 4 Nov - 6 Dec Paul Rumsey Paul’s work belongs to the tradition of the grotesque and fantastic. Chappel Galleries, 15 Colchester Rd, Chappel CO6 2DE. 01206 240326 www.chappelgalleries.co.uk 12-Nov Annual Exhibition and Sale Works for sale. The Fry Gallery, Castle Street, Saffron Walden, CB10 1BD 01799 513779. www.fryartgallery.org 12 Nov - 17 Feb Gee Vaucher: An Introspective Employing an eclectic range of styles and techniques, coupled with an essentially DIY aesthetic, she creates powerful images exploring political, cultural and personal issues. Firstsite, Lewis Gardens Colchester, CO1 1JH. 01206 577067 www.firstsite.uk.net Special Event 5-6 Nov Autumn Festival at RHS Garden Hyde Hall Visitors can enjoy many different demonstrations including horse logging, willow weaving, pole lathe turning and wood carving as well as woodland walks, live music and tasty food treats. RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Chelmsford CM3 8ET. 0845 265 8071 rhs.org.uk/hydehall 5-Nov Contemporary Christmas Craft and Design Fair This Fair will feature over 30 makers and artists selling the latest in contemporary and vintage inspired items. Foakes Hall Stortford Road, Great Dunmow, CM6 1DG www.wearehandmade.co.uk 5-6 Nov Guy Fawkes Festival & Fireworks A magnificent style with the fireworks display at the Royal Gunpowder Mills, Waltham Abbey, when the historic site on the banks of the River Lea hosts a weekend packed full of Guy Fawkes events. Royal Gunpowder Mills, Beaulieu Drive, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1JY. 01992 707370. www.royalgunpowdermills.com 20-Nov Hylands Christmas fayre and Table Top Market The Christmas Fayre will prepare you for Christmas with all sorts of wonderful Christmassy gifts, decorations and foody treats. Hylands Academy, Chelmsford Road, Writtle, CM1 3ET 29-30 Nov Wreath Making at Audley End House and Gardens Create a wreath from a range of materials sourced from the estate. Lunch and all materials are included. Audley End, Saffron Walden, CB11 4JF. 0370 333 1181. www.english-heritage.org.uk/audley Antiques and Auctions 5-Nov Fleamarket at Maldon Town Hall Vintage and second-hand goods, as well as antiques, collectibles and crafts. Doors open at 8.30am Maldon Town Hall, Market Hill, Maldon, CM9 4RL. 15-Nov Saffron Walden Emporium Collectables, Crafts A variety of stalls selling small-scale antiques, collectables and crafts, 9am - 4pm. Saffron Walden Town Hall Market Place, Saffron Walden, CB10 1HR
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