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SUMMARY:The Grand Babylon Hotel
DESCRIPTION:Nella Racksole wants steak and beer for her birthday treat\, but these are not on the menu of the exclusive Grand Babylon Hotel – so her American Railroad Millionaire father obligingly buys the chef… the kitchen… the entire hotel. \nHowever\, The Grand Babylon is not all it seems\, and Theodore Racksole soon discovers there’s more than a juicy steak on his plate – with kidnapping and murder for starters! \nHave Theodore and Nella bitten off more than they can chew? \nThe Grand Babylon Hotel is a rollicking comedy thriller\, with a virtuoso cast of five bringing you many faces\, chases\, glamour\, intrigue\, and a couple of German princes thrown in for good measure. \nA riotous evening out!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-grand-babylon-hotel/
LOCATION:Balkerne Gate\, CO1 1PT Colchester\, United Kingdom\, Balkerne Gate\, CO1 1PT Colchester\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Radio City Tap Takeover
DESCRIPTION:Our first Tap Takeover of 2026 is landing at The Vic – and we’re kicking things off in style with the brilliant Radio City Brewery 🍻 \nFor the very first time\, Radio City are bringing a line-up featuring 100% cask beers on the pumps\, alongside three seriously tasty keg pours. If you love your beer fresh\, flavour-packed and straight from the source\, this one’s for you. \nThe Radio City lads will be attending on the night\, chatting all things brewing\, beer and what makes their Chelmsford operation tick. Expect great pours\, great stories\, and a proper buzz behind the bar. \nFull beer list dropping very soon… keep your eyes peeled 👀 \nSee you at the bar!!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/radio-city-tap-takeover/
LOCATION:10 North Station Rd\, Colchester
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SUMMARY:Under The Turning Light: A Night of Post Rock & Alternative - Abrasive Trees + Rothko + Strandings +
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £8 / £7 concessionsDoors open 7pm.This gig is for a standing audience. \nABRASIVE TREESDescribed as ‘utterly enticing’ by Louder Than War and ‘a transcendent experience of euphoric dissonance’ by Post-Punk.com\, Abrasive Trees take their name from a Buddhist description of a hallucination-like nightmare realm. Led by Matthew Rochford (Silver Moth/Rothko)\, the band display a willingness to experiment alongside a sound that sits loosely within an experimental post-punk\, post-rock aesthetic. Exploring themes of loss\, turmoil\, and spiritual realisation\, they use a combination of distorted and reverb-drenched guitars\, intricate melodies and driving drum beats to create a sense of atmosphere and intensity. When they use lyrics they’re often cryptic and evocative\, painting vivid pictures of complex emotional landscapes. After several releases lauded by BBC Introducing\, Echoes and Dust\, Aural Aggravation\, and The Big Takeover\, the band are preparing to release their much anticipated debut studio album due for release Spring 2026 on Argonauta Records. Abrasive Trees weave fierce threads of sound into something both haunting and transcendent. On stage\, they summon a raw\, immersive energy—each performance a spellbinding journey into the unknown.“Post-punk psychedelia…Abrasive Trees deal an evocative and mysteriously mystical\, poetic\, dark energy that is utterly enticing” Louder Than War… “Colossal…explodes into a monumental extended climax that’s absolutely killer and one hundred percent exhilarating” Aural Aggravationhttps://abrasivetrees.bandcamp.com/ \nROTHKOMark Beazley\, under his Rothko banner\, has crafted a distinctive niche in the music world since 1998. Known for an evocative and atmospheric sound built primarily around the bass guitar\, Rothko’s music defies easy categorization\, weaving dark textures with intricate\, chiming bass melodies. Over his expansive career\, Beazley’s contributions have spanned various collaborations and solo works\, consistently pushing creative boundaries.https://rothko1.bandcamp.com/ \nSTRANDINGSExperimental solo electronics from dead rat orchestra member Robin Alderton.https://strandings.bandcamp.com/ \nVAAHLColchester Ambient Drone Warlords – debut performance.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/under-the-turning-light-a-night-of-post-rock-alternative-abrasive-trees-rothko-strandings/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:NOW! That's What I Call...DRAG! The Birthday Show! Colchester!
DESCRIPTION:Do you love all things drag?! Well strut right up because “NOW! That’s What I Call…DRAG!” is BACK! Bringing you not only a gorgeous night of drag in COLCHESTER at the iconic Three Wise Monkeys\, but it’s also…our Birthday Show! That’s right\, it’s been 3 WHOLE YEARS of this iconic drag night making it’s mark in Colchester! Serving up a classic slice of British drag cabaret\, expect fabulous lip synching\, live vocals\, camp comedy\, audience games and of course…CHAOS! \nStarring some of East Anglia’s finest drag stars Knuckle Sandwich and Will Power (with special guests TBA!) you’ll be in for the night of your lives! So put on those lashes\, pack on that glitter and get ready for the drag mixtape to begin! Trust us\, you won’t want it to end! \nThis event is seated\, with standing room available! Seating is first come\, first served! Please note the venue is upstairs and unfortunately\, is not wheelchair accessible. \nDoors at 7pm! Show at 7.45pm(ish)! \nThere will be limited tickets available on the door at £13 each \nPlease note: We unfortunately do not offer refunds – please message if you have any questions! \nNOTE: “NOW! That’s What I Call…DRAG!” is a queer led Drag Cabaret show\, and we strive to welcome all audiences into our events! We have a ZERO tolerance policy towards homophobia\, transphobia and all forms of abuse. The performers and the audiences deserve your respect at all times. If you do not respect everyone\, you will be asked to leave. \nWe kindly ask that ANY hen or stag party wanting to attend MUST message in advance of tickets being purchased. We reserve the right to refuse admittance if there is no prior contact\, and refunds will not be issued. Thank you.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/now-thats-what-i-call-drag-the-birthday-show-colchester/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
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SUMMARY:Under The Turning Light: Abrasive Trees/Rothko/Strandings/Vaahl
DESCRIPTION:An Enveloping Night Of Sonic Dissonance \nTickets £8 / £7 concessionsDoors open 7pm.This gig is for a standing audience. \nABRASIVE TREESDescribed as ‘utterly enticing’ by Louder Than War and ‘a transcendent experience of euphoric dissonance’ by Post-Punk.com\, Abrasive Trees take their name from a Buddhist description of a hallucination-like nightmare realm. Led by Matthew Rochford (Silver Moth/Rothko)\, the band display a willingness to experiment alongside a sound that sits loosely within an experimental post-punk\, post-rock aesthetic. Exploring themes of loss\, turmoil\, and spiritual realisation\, they use a combination of distorted and reverb-drenched guitars\, intricate melodies and driving drum beats to create a sense of atmosphere and intensity. When they use lyrics they’re often cryptic and evocative\, painting vivid pictures of complex emotional landscapes. After several releases lauded by BBC Introducing\, Echoes and Dust\, Aural Aggravation\, and The Big Takeover\, the band are preparing to release their much anticipated debut studio album due for release Spring 2026 on Argonauta Records. Abrasive Trees weave fierce threads of sound into something both haunting and transcendent. On stage\, they summon a raw\, immersive energy—each performance a spellbinding journey into the unknown.“Post-punk psychedelia…Abrasive Trees deal an evocative and mysteriously mystical\, poetic\, dark energy that is utterly enticing” Louder Than War… “Colossal…explodes into a monumental extended climax that’s absolutely killer and one hundred percent exhilarating” Aural Aggravationhttps://abrasivetrees.bandcamp.com/ \nROTHKOMark Beazley\, under his Rothko banner\, has crafted a distinctive niche in the music world since 1998. Known for an evocative and atmospheric sound built primarily around the bass guitar\, Rothko’s music defies easy categorization\, weaving dark textures with intricate\, chiming bass melodies. Over his expansive career\, Beazley’s contributions have spanned various collaborations and solo works\, consistently pushing creative boundaries.https://rothko1.bandcamp.com/ \nSTRANDINGSExperimental solo electronics from dead rat orchestra member Robin Alderton.https://strandings.bandcamp.com/ \nVAAHLColchester Ambient Drone Warlords – debut performance.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/under-the-turning-light-abrasive-trees-rothko-strandings-vaahl/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
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SUMMARY:Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons
DESCRIPTION:Sale Dates and Times: \nPublic Onsale : Wed\, 2 Jul 2025 at 10:00 AM
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/jason-manford-a-manford-all-seasons-2/
LOCATION:Colchester Charter Hall\, Colchester Charter Hall
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SUMMARY:Nadine Somers at Junction 25 LDC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of line dancing to live music.£8 entryDoors open 7:15pm for 8pmNo bar so bring your own.Tea and coffee available. \nContact Trish on 07815 125261 to book a place
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/nadine-somers-at-junction-25-ldc/
LOCATION:Marks Tey Parish Hall\, Old London Rd\, Marks Tey\, CO6 1EJ\, GB
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SUMMARY:Sumo Beatz - Heist's Birthday Bash
DESCRIPTION:Sumo Beatz is back again this March! Bringing you more Drum & Bass to Colchester Trilogy nightclub Colchester! \nThis month DJ Heist is celebrating his birthday! We’ve had a few of these special nights in the past and the line ups\, music and vibes have always been one to remember as many of you will recall. Heist has curated a line up of awesome headline artists alongside the birthday boy himself and the freshest local artists!  \nPlease share this event with your friends to help spread the word! \nThis is a limited ticket event\, with only 200 spaces available. \nLimited £10 Early Bird tickets are on sale now here! \nhttps://www.fatsoma.com/e/5fjn2bel/sumo-beatz-heist-s-birthday-bash \n(SECURE YOUR TICKETS ASAP TO AVAOID DISAPOINTMENT.) \n18 +  \nLine up \nHeist  \nEksman  \nPleasure \nKombo \nRuffstuff \nBeaker \nFeline Reflex \nDrastik \nDiamond Bliss
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/sumo-beatz-heists-birthday-bash/
LOCATION:Trilogy Colchester\, Trilogy Colchester
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