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SUMMARY:Toto The Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape | Thu 2 - Sat 18 Apr 2026
DESCRIPTION:A Mercury Theatre\, Little Angel Theatre and Mayflower Southampton co-production. \nA brand-new family musical for everyone over the age of 5! \nMeet Toto. She might look like an ordinary cat\, but she’s no ordinary feline. Almost completely blind\, Toto has incredible ninja skills\, a big heart\, and a nose for adventure. By day\, she naps like any other pet… but by night\, she’s out on daring missions with her cheeky brother\, Silver. \nIn their very first adventure\, a deadly King Cobra has escaped onto the streets of London\, and it’s up to Toto to use every ounce of her courage and cunning to save the day. \nBased on Dermot O’Leary’s best-selling children’s book\, illustrated by Nick East\, this purr-fectly thrilling tale is filled with original music\, laugh-out-loud fun\, and extraordinary puppetry\, promising fun for the whole family.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/toto-the-ninja-cat-and-the-great-snake-escape-thu-2-sat-18-apr-2026/
LOCATION:Mercury Theatre Colchester\, Mercury Theatre Colchester
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SUMMARY:Toto The Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape
DESCRIPTION:A Mercury Theatre Colchester\, Little Angel Theatre and Mayflower Southampton co-production. \nA brand-new family musical for everyone over the age of 5! \nMeet Toto. She might look like an ordinary cat\, but she’s no ordinary feline. Almost completely blind\, Toto has incredible ninja skills\, a big heart\, and a nose for adventure. By day\, she naps like any other pet… but by night\, she’s out on daring missions with her cheeky brother\, Silver. \nIn their very first adventure\, a deadly King Cobra has escaped onto the streets of London\, and it’s up to Toto to use every ounce of her courage and cunning to save the day. \nBased on Dermot O’Leary’s best-selling children’s book\, illustrated by Nick East\, this purr-fectly thrilling tale is filled with original music\, laugh-out-loud fun\, and extraordinary puppetry\, promising fun for the whole family. \n\n\nShows from Thursday 2nd April to Saturday 18th Apr 2026\n\n\n\nDuration: Approx. 50mins\n\n\nPrice: £18 (inc. £1.50 ticket levy)\n\nAn Audio Described performance (with pre-show touch tour available) will be on Sat 18th April at 4pm. \nIf you or a member of your party has a visual impairment and would benefit from the pre-show Touch Tour\, please contact the Box Office to book either by phone or by email. \nIf you would like to know more about specific elements of the show\, a social story will be available closer to the show (please be aware that it will contain spoilers). \n\n\n\n\nBased on the book by Dermot O’Leary\nIllustrated by Nick East\nCo-adapted by Barb Jungr and Samantha Lane\nMusic and Lyrics by Barb Jungr\nSet\, Costume and Puppet design by Oliver Hymans\nLighting designed by Sherry Coenen
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/toto-the-ninja-cat-and-the-great-snake-escape/
LOCATION:Mercury Theatre\, Mercury Theatre
CATEGORIES:Kids
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SUMMARY:The Talented Mr Ripley
DESCRIPTION:“I never wanted to murder anyone. It was necessary.” \nStep into a world of deception\, desire\, and deadly ambition. How far would you go to become someone else? \nTom Ripley is a nobody—scraping by in New York\, forging signatures\, telling little white lies—until a chance encounter changes everything. When a wealthy stranger offers him an all-expenses-paid trip to Italy to bring home his wayward son\, Dickie Greenleaf\, Tom leaps at the opportunity. \nBut in the sun-drenched glamour of 1950s Italy\, surrounded by shimmering waters and whispered secrets\, Tom is seduced by the life Dickie leads—the freedom\, the wealth\, the effortless charm. Fascination turns to obsession\, and as his grip tightens on Dickie’s world\, the lines between truth and deception begin to blur. What starts as an innocent opportunity spirals into a chilling game of lies\, identity theft\, and murder. \nThe ten-strong ensemble cast is led by Ed McVey as Tom Ripley. Ed was one of the stars of the hit Netflix show The Crown. EastEnders regular and Strictly Come Dancing finalist Maisie Smith will star alongside him as Marge. This electrifying new stage adaptation of The Talented Mr. Ripley brings Patricia Highsmith’s iconic psychological thriller\, which inspired the acclaimed movie and Netflix series of the same name\, to life like never before. With razor-sharp dialogue\, simmering tension\, and a dangerously charismatic antihero\, this gripping production will pull you into Ripley’s intoxicating world—where nothing is quite as it seems.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-talented-mr-ripley/
LOCATION:Balkerne Gate\, CO1 1PT Colchester\, United Kingdom\, Balkerne Gate\, CO1 1PT Colchester\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Arm knitting workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a creative and inspiring Arm Knitting Workshop on Saturday 11th April\,10.30am – 1pm\, held at the workroom next to Colcheco. \nJoin us for a relaxed and friendly Arm Knitting Workshop where you’ll learn how to create a chunky knitted scarf or cowl using nothing but your arms. \nThis hands-on workshop is perfect for beginners – no knitting experience required. You’ll be guided step-by-step through the process\, learning how to cast on\, knit\, and cast off using soft\, chunky yarn to create a finished piece you’ll be proud to wear or gift. \nAll materials\, tools\, and guidance are provided\, along with hot beverages and sweet treats to enjoy while you craft. The atmosphere is calm\, welcoming\, and ideal for a mindful morning of creativity. \n£27.50pp including hot beverages & sweet treats \nBook your tickets here: https://www.thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk/event-details/arm-knitting-workshop
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/arm-knitting-workshop/
LOCATION:Colcheco\, Colcheco
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SUMMARY:MODEZ OF VIBRATION PRESENTS MOVING FUSION
DESCRIPTION:MODEZ OF VIBRATION PRESENTS MOVING FUSIONDOING A 2 HOUR OLD SKOOL SET from the Days of Vinyl11.30 till 1.30DJS MOVING FUSION\, SPA FUNK QUEENIE CHINGordon B Blockzie Gallier Riley V\, Tee GS Ar’V JBoy \nMCs Scotfree \nThis isa set you don’t want to miss if you like your OLD SKOOL DnB and JUNGLE we have 2 Hours for you\, from MOVING FUSION from Ram Records
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/modez-of-vibration-presents-moving-fusion/
LOCATION:Baba’s Bar\, Baba's Bar
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SUMMARY:Beginners Embroidery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a creative Beginners Embroidery Workshop on Saturday 11th April\, 2pm – 4pm £25PP held at the workroom next to Colcheco. \nJoin us for a relaxed and welcoming beginners embroidery workshop\, perfect if you’ve always wanted to try embroidery but didn’t know where to start. This creative session will gently guide you through the basics\, step by step. \nYou will learn how to stretch fabric onto an embroidery hoopA selection of essential stitches\, knots\, and techniquesTips for neat\, confident hand stitching \nNo experience is needed at all – this workshop is designed specifically for beginners and is a lovely way to enjoy some mindful\, creative time. \nThe workshop takes place in the workroom next to Colcheco on Layer Road. Toilet facilities are available within the Colcheco shop. \nAll materials\, tools and expert tuition \nTea\, coffee and slice of cake available  \nSpaces are limited\, so booking is essential. Join us for an enjoyable afternoon of stitching\, learning\, and creativity. \nBook your tickets here: https://www.thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk/event-details/beginners-embroidery-workshop
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/beginners-embroidery-workshop/
LOCATION:Colcheco\, Colcheco
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SUMMARY:Raver Tots Colchester with Matt Jam Lamont
DESCRIPTION:Raver Tots is coming to Colchester! \nBOOK NOW – https://link.dice.fm/ea30963af0d1 \nWITH SPECIAL GUEST – MATT JAM LAMONT \nRaver Tots is the Ultimate Family Dance Party Suitable for ALL AGES! \nGet the kids active at the UK’s number one award winning\, family friendly rave event\, playing the best in House\, Garage\, Drum and Bass and Old Skool Club Classics! \nWhat to Expect: \n– The UK’s biggest names in dance music \n– Huge production show \n– Full decor and theming \n– Dancers and performers \n– Special effects show \n– Lasers and light show \n– Licensed bar \n– Face painting \nRemember\, all ages are welcome – your kids are never too young or too old! We have children of all ages attending. It’s all about spending time with your family\, hearing the best dance music of all time\, and making memories with the people you love. \nAll events sell out in advance\, so please book early to avoid disappointment. NO TICKETS ON THE DOOR! \nTERMS AND INFO: \n• Babies under 18 months are free of charge and do not require a ticket. All other children require a kids ticket. \n• Buggies should not be taken onto the dance floor in case of tripping. They will need to be parked in the buggy park area which is sometimes situated outside\, slings or baby carriers are recommended. \n• All children under 12 require kids tickets\, children 12 and over require adult tickets. \n• Strictly no adults admitted without a child (maximum of 4 adults to 1 child). \n• Please note parents remain responsible for children at all times. Children must remain under adult supervision and we kindly request no running. \n• Tickets are non-refundable and can only be re-sold through our trusted partners at Tixel \n• Music is kept at safe levels at all times in line with our risk assessment guidelines. Please note it is still loud so bring ear defenders if you wish. \n• Expect full club lighting in a festival style environment. \n• By attending you give permission for Raver Tots to take photos and videos of the event for the use of press. If you see a photo you wish to have these taken down please contact us via our Facebook page. \n• No external food or drink is permitted on site \n• PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN INDOOR EVENT. \n• Venues vary considerably in shape and size so may differ slightly from video footage dependant on the space available \n• Allergy advice\, we use latex balloons in the production \n• Strobe lighting may be used in the venue
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/raver-tots-colchester/
LOCATION:Trilogy Colchester\, Trilogy Colchester
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SUMMARY:Colchester Arts Centre
DESCRIPTION:Dire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail that makes them the stand out Dire Straits tribute in the UK. \nThe two-hour theatre show includes faithful renditions of classic studio tracks along with extended live versions from some of the legendary Dire Straits concerts. \nFor the best part of a decade\, Dire Streets have performed Dire Straits’ incredible back catalogue to thousands of theatre-goers across the UK. \nNo other Dire Streets tribute act comes as close to reproducing Mark Knopfler’s distinctive guitar and vocal tones – making Dire Streets as near to the original band as you can see live. \nThe six-piece band is made up of some of the country’s top tribute musicians and delivers a stunning show that fulfils their mission of doing justice to one of the most original and talented bands the UK has ever produced.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-arts-centre/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
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