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SUMMARY:Reclaiming the Hag - Samhain Sister Circle Celebration
DESCRIPTION:🌙🔥 Reclaiming the Hag: Honouring the Witch 🔥🌙A Samhain Sister Circle Ceremony when the Veil is Thin \nAt Samhain\, when the veil is thin\, we gather in sisterhood to honour the Witch\, the Ancestors\, and the wild within us. \n✨ What Awaits You:•⁠⁠Ancestral Fire Rite — call in your loved ones through flame & prayer•⁠⁠Witch’s Drum & Chant — raise energy under the darkening sky•⁠⁠Hammock Journeying — rest between worlds\, receive vision & guidance•⁠⁠Herbal Witch Charm — craft a protective talisman for the dark months•⁠⁠Communal Feast of the Dead — gratitude for those who came before \n🌿 The Witch is remembrance. The Witch is power. The Witch is us. \n✨ This is not performance witchcraft — this is remembrance.A reclamation of the Hag\, the ancestral Witch\, the wild within us all.A night of fire\, drumming\, feasting\, and honouring. \n🕯️ Flow: 1pm – 4.30pm | Woodland Gathering | Bring food & drink to share
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/reclaiming-the-hag-samhain-sister-circle-celebration/
LOCATION:High Woods Country Park-Visitor Centre\, High Woods Country Park-Visitor Centre
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SUMMARY:Fuse Theatre Launch Event
DESCRIPTION:Join our Associate Company\, FUSE Theatre\, for an exclusive FREE Mercury Creatives Masterclass! \nDiscover FUSE Theatre’s unique practice and ways of working through an engaging workshop and an in-depth panel discussion with their creative team. Plus be among the first to experience an exclusive sharing of their brand-new show! \nThis event will conclude with a relaxed networking event a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow creatives. Refreshments will be provided. \nThe schedule is as follows: \nCreative Learning Space – Launch Event – 2.30pm-5.30pm (Workshop\, panel discussion and sharing of new work) \nUpstairs Bar – Networking Drinks – 5.30-7pm
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/fuse-theatre-launch-event/
LOCATION:Mercury Theatre Colchester\, Mercury Theatre Colchester
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T173000
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SUMMARY:CODA - Saturday Daytime Acoustic Sessions
DESCRIPTION:🎶 Live Acoustic Saturday Sessions! 🎶Join us every Saturday from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM for a relaxed afternoon of local acoustic talent hand picked by Colchesters very own Stu E Skinner. 🌟 Whether you’re a fan of soothing melodies or want to discover fresh music from your local scene\, this is the perfect way to spend your Saturday afternoon. 🎸🎤✨ Free entry for all ages – bring your friends\, family\, and your love for live music! No tickets required. Just walk in\, enjoy the vibes\, and support your local artists.See you there! 🎶✨ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2271807086600756/?event_time_id=2271807176600747
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/coda-saturday-daytime-acoustic-sessions-3/
LOCATION:63 High street\, co1 1dn Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 63 High street\, co1 1dn Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Coda Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T024918
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SUMMARY:CODA - Acoustic Showcase
DESCRIPTION:A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:???Stu E Skinner(Hosting)Event Info:A weekly event featuring 3 to 5 acts performing live acoustic sets between 3-5:30pm.Hot & cold beverages served from 2:30pm onwards.This is a family friendly event so younglings are welcome providing they’re properly managed.Mics\, pa and backline are provided but performers are welcome to bring their own microphones etc
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/coda-acoustic-showcase-11/
LOCATION:63 High street\, co1 1dn Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 63 High street\, co1 1dn Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Piggyfy Live - Acoustic Showcase - Coda":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T190000
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SUMMARY:Beyond 30 Presents... Daytime Clubbing | Colchester🕺🏻🎃
DESCRIPTION:🎃 Welcome to the Ultimate Over 30s Daytime Halloween Clubbing Experience!💀 \nDust off your fangs and unleash your inner ghoul — Over 30s Daytime Clubbing is back with a spine-tingling twist at the iconic Trilogy\, Saturday\, 25th October! Get ready for a frightfully fun day where nostalgia meets neon and monsters mash on the dance floor — all before dark. 👻 \nYour kind of crowd\, your kind of party! We’re bringing hours of good vibes\, great music and unforgettable moments. Over 30s Daytime Clubbing is your chance to relive the peak of the 80s\, 90s & 2000s clubbing scene… \nGet ready for:🎶Club Classics🎊Confetti Showers🔊Resident DJs🎠Crazy Inflatables \nTickets are now available via Fatsoma & the link in our bio🔗 \nSee you on the dancefloor🎃
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/beyond-30-presents-daytime-clubbing-colchester%f0%9f%95%ba%f0%9f%8f%bb%f0%9f%8e%83-2/
LOCATION:Trilogy Colchester\, Trilogy Colchester
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T190000
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SUMMARY:Halloween Fancy Dress Disco
DESCRIPTION:Join in the family fun at our Halloween Disco at the Parish Hall.Fancy dress is optional but definitely encouraged.This is a ticket only event so get your tickets by scanning the QR code above.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/halloween-fancy-dress-disco/
LOCATION:Marks Tey Parish Hall\, Old London Rd\, Marks Tey\, CO6 1EJ\, GB
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T203000
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SUMMARY:Accident Avoidance Training for Cutlery Users: Advanced & Improvers
DESCRIPTION:With fork-related accidents up by 7% and the teaspoon declared hazardous (size-to-injury wise)\, there has never been a better time to polish your cutlery safety awareness. Fear not as expert Ian Crawford is here with all the answers in his deadly serious cutting-edge training workshop presentation\, carefully welding classic tips with all-new sharp material. \n‘Forking good comedy’ **** (TheWeeReview.com).
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/accident-avoidance-training-for-cutlery-users-advanced-improvers/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, Headgate Theatre
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T220000
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SUMMARY:Andrew Doherty: Sad Gay AIDS Play - Colchester Fringe
DESCRIPTION:A brand-new show from the maker of the award-winning sell-out Gay Witch Sex Cult (‘the funniest fringe horror since Garth Marenghi’ (Guardian). \nAndrew Doherty completely relaunches himself with a startling piece of groundbreaking tragic theatre. In this tragic piece that breaks new ground\, Andrew throws the book at AIDS and asks the Arts Council to pick it up. Watch Andrew take the cult out of cult hit and replace it with “financially prosperous.” \nCatch it before it gets a West End transfer\, moves to Broadway and finally HBO Max. \n“I can only regret that I saw this show so late in the Fringe that I had no possibility of returning. Andrew Doherty has created something incredible here and I will look out for his future projects.” ★★★★★ Ed Fringe Review \n“Clever\, impish\, fun… a talent to watch” Funniest Shows at the 2024 Fringe\, The TelegraphSix of The Funniest Comedians at the Fringe – The Guardian \n★★★★ Mervyn Stutter’s Pick of the Fringe
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/andrew-doherty-sad-gay-aids-play-colchester-fringe/
LOCATION:60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Three Wise Monkeys Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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SUMMARY:Knightzzz At The Museum
DESCRIPTION:Knightzzz at the Castle is back! \nIf you’ve ever wondered what Colchester Castle is like at night\, this is your chance to find out. Join the team for a sleepover experience like no other. Set up camp in your chosen spot and prepare for a fun-packed overnight adventure. Meet historical characters\, enjoy a tour of the Castle (including spaces not normally open to the public)\, participate in some fun activities and feast on late-night hot chocolate before a light breakfast when you wake up. \nTickets from £40 per person. Booking is now open. Please call the team at Colchester Castle on 01206 282939 to book. Our lines are open from 10am – 4.30pm.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/knightzzz-at-the-museum-2/
LOCATION:Colchester Castle\, Colchester Castle
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Museums":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T230000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T071013Z
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SUMMARY:24 Karat: Live at Coda\, Colchester
DESCRIPTION:We are back at one of our favourite live music venues – Coda in Colchester. Come on down and get your feet tapping to our mix of the best party tunes from a wide range of decades and genre. Don’t miss it!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/24-karat-live-at-coda-colchester-3/
LOCATION:Coda Colchester\, Coda Colchester
ORGANIZER;CN="24 Karat":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T003000
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SUMMARY:Queen Street Beyond The Fringe Presents Planet Pumpkin
DESCRIPTION:Planet Pumpkinis back at the Brewhouse on Saturday 25th October 2025!! \nColchester’s premier celebration of 70s/80s electronic\, alternative\, punk and ska music is hosted by DJ Fettdog\, with DJ Jules Zillion. \nExpect the usual diverse evening of music by artists like ABC\, Adam & The Ants\, Duran Duran\, Howard Jones\, The Cure\, Madness\, The Specials\, Erasure\, The Smiths\, Joy Division\, New Order\, Gary Numan\, The Human League\, Frankie Goes To Hollywood\, The Clash\, The Sex Pistols and many more\, as well as those deeper cuts and one hit wonders that you’d forgotten that you loved! \nCome and join us on Saturday 25 October atthe Queen Street Brewhouse from 7:30pm\, and bring your dancing shoes!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/queen-street-beyond-the-fringe-presents-planet-pumpkin/
LOCATION:Queen St Brewhouse\, 7 - 9 Queen Street\, Colchester\, CO1 2PG\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Queen St Brewhouse":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T214000
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SUMMARY:Colchester Fringe Festival: Red Bastard
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £8Saturday 25th\, Thursday 30th & Friday 31st Doors open 8:15pm\, start time 8:30pmSaturday 1st Doors open 5:15pm\, start time 5:30pmSunday 2nd Doors open 5:45pm\, start time 6:00pmThis show is for a seated audience \nDuration 70 minutes \nAge Suitability: 18+Contains Audience Participation\, Nudity & Strong Language \n“Very\, Very Funny” – NY TIMES. \nSomething Interesting Must Happen Every 10 Seconds… And it will. After fifteen 5-star reviews\, and numerous awards\, this dangerous\, seductive comedy-monster descends on Colchester to unleash his critically-acclaimed juggernaut. Prepare yourself for an edge of your seat roller-coaster of raw conversation\, traps/rewards and catch-22’s. \n“Top-5-shows in the UK”- LIST Mag.“One of the premiere clowns of our generation” – Gothamist \n★★★★★ “Jaw Dropping” “Spellbinding… a full standing ovation” – The Scotsman★★★★★ “A must-see masterpiece” – The Adelaidian★★★★★ “A masterclass in physical comedy” – The List★★★★★ “A Once in a Lifetime experience” – The Skinny★★★★★ “On the edge of your seat … funny\, shocking and disarming. – British Theatre Guide \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1448538012926163/?event_time_id=1448538029592828
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-fringe-festival-red-bastard/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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SUMMARY:Live music with 33rpm
DESCRIPTION:Live music with 33rpm!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/live-music-with-33rpm/
LOCATION:Ye Olde Albion Pub\, High Street\, Rowhedge\, Colchester\, CO5 7ES\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Ye Olde Albion Pub":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T140000
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SUMMARY:Diwali 2025
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £5\, Under 3’s free11am to 2.30pm \nWe warmly invite you to celebrate Diwali with us! \nWith henna-painting\, delicious Diwali snacks and entertainment from the community – there is something for everyone to enjoy in this family-friendly event celebrating the fabulous Festival of Lights! \nTickets purchased by Monday 20th October INCLUDE a delicious Indian snack. Other snacks will be available to purchase on the day.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/diwali-2025/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T071007Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween ride
DESCRIPTION:Get spooky for our third Halloween ride. Crafts and face painting from 12-1.30pm with the ride starting at 2pm. If you don’t celebrate halloween you are still very welcome\, dressing up is optional although we do ask that faces aren’t completely covered so everyone can ride safely.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/halloween-ride/
LOCATION:Firstsite Colchester\, Firstsite Colchester
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Barnetson":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T160000
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SUMMARY:COLLIDESCOPE cabaret @ Colchester Fringe
DESCRIPTION:Get £8 tickets here >>> https://colchester.ssboxoffice.com/events/collidescope-cabaret/ \nFancy something a little bit different? Come along to the first COLLIDESCOPE Cabaret at Colchester Fringe! Expect poetry\, drag\, song\, dance\, music and lots of joy and fun from local LGBTQ+\, neurodiverse\, disabled and global majority talents. Each of our amazing variety shows will be completely unique and feature five fantastic artists at each\, so why not come to every show? \nThis event is brought to you by COLLIDESCOPE is an Essex based non profit that promotes diversity\, inclusion and creativity from LGBTQ+ and other minority communities. For more information go to www.collidescope.uk \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1509753793705346/?event_time_id=1509757060371686
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/collidescope-cabaret-colchester-fringe/
LOCATION:Colchester Fringe\, Colchester Fringe
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Stock":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T183000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Session - Sinead Orme
DESCRIPTION:Sinead is back this Sunday her one woman solo acoustic set to chill you out on a Sunday afternoon with all the songs you know and love!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/sunday-session-sinead-orme/
LOCATION:55 The Cross\, CO7 9QL Wivenhoe\, United Kingdom\, 55 The Cross\, CO7 9QL Wivenhoe\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="The Horse &amp%3B Groom":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T203000
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SUMMARY:Box River Junction
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday 26th October from 5:30pm\, we’ve got something new for you – Box River Junction are making their Victoria Inn debut! \nThey’ve been causing a stir elsewhere with their lively mix of tunes\, and now it’s our turn to see what they’re all about. \nCome down\, grab a pint\, and give them a big Vic welcome – it’s going to be a good one. 🍻 \nFree gig – donations encouraged.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/box-river-junction/
LOCATION:10 North Station Rd\, Colchester
ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Inn Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T024918
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UID:126193-1761501600-1761512400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Beating (off) Superheroes - Colchester Fringe
DESCRIPTION:In a bunker 3000 miles underground\, Captain Handler is bound\, blindfolded\, and at the mercy of his arch-enemy: The Gecko. Beaten (off) into submission and drained of his superfluids\, Captain Handler is doomed to be forever bred by the Gecko. Then Chuck enters… whom Captain Handler forgot his boyfriend invited over to rescue him… \nBeating (off) Superheroes is a raw\, kink-saturated queer comedy (of sorts) that explodes the myths of open relationships. Beating (off) Superheroes is a non-linear\, multimedia\, kinky gay sex romp with a full score by Jake & the Nowhere and Tungsten Lungs. Somewhere between roleplay and reality\, a relationship is getting rescued. Maybe. \nCaptain Handler/Bruce – Matthew ArcherThe Gecko/Clark – Noah Alfred PantanoCenturion/Chuck – Chris Tal \nColchester Fringe’s SPIRT OF THE FRINGE Noah Alfred Pantano is the writer and director. This work is part of his PhD in Theatre Studies at the University of Essex. His last play\, Pup Play: A Queer Pseudo-Lecture (of sorts)\, won five awards and tours around the world\, raising over $1400 (so far) for LGBTQ+ charities. Pantano was awarded runner-up for “Activist of the Year” at the National Queer Student Awards. He is the current reigning International Mister Superhero Fetish. His other work Standing On A Nail was the best-selling play of Colchester Fringe in 2023. Pantano is infamous for his post in-yer-face queer theatre style\, which\, while intense\, prides itself on its radical queerness\, unusual staging\, and brutal honesty. \nChris Tal is an international actor\, choreographer\, designer\, and drag queen excited to bring bold energy to Beating (off) Superheroes. Last year\, Tal played dual roles as a German soldier and cryptographer in Colchester Fringe’s “We Will Remember Them.” Tal also worked on sound for “5th of August 1986” and is proud to be part of the Stage Craft family. Tal cannot wait to captivate audiences with a fresh\, daring performance in this super-horny play.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/beating-off-superheroes-colchester-fringe/
LOCATION:60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Three Wise Monkeys Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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SUMMARY:Andrew Doherty: Sad Gay AIDS Play - Colchester Fringe
DESCRIPTION:A brand-new show from the maker of the award-winning sell-out Gay Witch Sex Cult (‘the funniest fringe horror since Garth Marenghi’ (Guardian). \nAndrew Doherty completely relaunches himself with a startling piece of groundbreaking tragic theatre. In this tragic piece that breaks new ground\, Andrew throws the book at AIDS and asks the Arts Council to pick it up. Watch Andrew take the cult out of cult hit and replace it with “financially prosperous.” \nCatch it before it gets a West End transfer\, moves to Broadway and finally HBO Max. \n“I can only regret that I saw this show so late in the Fringe that I had no possibility of returning. Andrew Doherty has created something incredible here and I will look out for his future projects.” ★★★★★ Ed Fringe Review \n“Clever\, impish\, fun… a talent to watch” Funniest Shows at the 2024 Fringe\, The TelegraphSix of The Funniest Comedians at the Fringe – The Guardian \n★★★★ Mervyn Stutter’s Pick of the Fringe
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/andrew-doherty-sad-gay-aids-play-colchester-fringe-2/
LOCATION:60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Three Wise Monkeys Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T220000
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SUMMARY:What Have the Romans Ever Done For Us?
DESCRIPTION:Following last year’s sell out Colchester Fringe show\, The Crunchy Frog Players\, Colchester’s leading (only) comedy sketch troupe return with another show of reimagined (and lovingly butchered) iconic sketches and songs\, designed to titillate\, tantalize\, tease and tickle and all with a distinctly local twist. Known for their Pythonesque proclivities and devotion to detail\, this show will forcibly probe Colchester’s fecund history; from its Roman roots through to a vision of a dystopian future\, via a wry look at Jane Taylor’s Twinkle. Disclaimer – other Colchester nursery rhymes are available. Allegedly. Will you be able to spot the classic sketches from the new\, original ones? There’s only one way to find out!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/what-have-the-romans-ever-done-for-us/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, Headgate Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T000000
DTSTAMP:20260406T024918
CREATED:20251027T071000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T071000Z
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SUMMARY:BEHOLD! - Colchester Fringe
DESCRIPTION:SEX! In life\, we strive only for hot\, unrelenting\, passionate penetrative sex! And yet\, the world has never innovated to better fulfil our carnal desires… until now. \nBEHOLD! Follow The Doctor as he brings life to the world’s first fully functional gay sex robot! We invite you to join us and witness our robot sexual education through song\, puppets and a healthy amount of mad science! \nQUEER! Written and performed by neurodivergent and non-binary comedian Jake Halimi\, this 18+ show is an absurd satire of gay sex\, consumerism\, queer identity\, and sci-fi tropes. George Hogg joins Halimi as the titular gay sex robot.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/behold-colchester-fringe/
LOCATION:60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Three Wise Monkeys Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T101500
DTSTAMP:20260406T024918
CREATED:20251025T071015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T071000Z
UID:126706-1761557400-1761560100@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Curious Creatures Mobile Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Natural History Museum for a special live animal meet and greet. Come and discover a variety of curious creatures (both fluffy and scaly!) as our mobile zoo brings fascinating live animals for you to learn about and interact with. \nThere will be six 45-minute sessions throughout the day at 9:30 AM\, 10:45 AM\, 12:00 PM\, 1:15 PM\, 2:30 PM\, and 3:45 PM. Please arrive 5 minutes before your session time to ensure a smooth start. \nThis event is suitable for ages 4 and up\, and promises a fun\, educational experience for all! \nTickets cost £7.50 for adults and children. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/805309568896485/?event_time_id=805309598896482
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/curious-creatures-mobile-zoo/
LOCATION:Colchester Natural History Museum\, Colchester Natural History Museum
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Museums":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T024918
CREATED:20251025T071015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T071001Z
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SUMMARY:Medieval Medicine + Curious Cures
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a journey into the fascinating (and sometimes gruesome) world of medieval medicine on 27 October\, 10:30 am – 12 pm\, or 28 October\, 3 – 4:30 pm. \nDiscover how illnesses were diagnosed and treated in the Middle Ages\, from curious cures to bizarre beliefs. Explore a display of medical instruments and learn about the practices of medieval doctors and apothecaries. \nThis event is suitable for ages 5+ and is included as part of Castle admission. No need to book\, simply drop in. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1349747320022738/?event_time_id=1349747323356071
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/medieval-medicine-curious-cures/
LOCATION:Colchester Castle\, Colchester Castle
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Museums":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T114000
DTSTAMP:20260406T024918
CREATED:20251025T071015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T071001Z
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SUMMARY:Haunted History: Family Tours
DESCRIPTION:Step into the shadows of the past with our Haunted History Family Tour. Designed for families seeking both thrills and education\, this spine-chilling journey weaves together the rich history of the castle with eerie tales of ghostly legends and supernatural occurrences. As you wander through the historic building\, you’ll uncover stories and historical secrets that have surrounded the castle for centuries. \nThis event is aimed at ages 7+. \nTickets are £3.75 per person. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/818909757260127/?event_time_id=818909790593457
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/haunted-history-family-tours/
LOCATION:Colchester Castle\, Colchester Castle
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Museums":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T024918
CREATED:20251025T071015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T071001Z
UID:126709-1761575400-1761586200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Grimm's Fairer Tales
DESCRIPTION:With wolves\, witches and goblins\, the story unfolds as the audience is invited to become part of the drama. Interactive storyteller Eden Ballantyne has reimagined them for a contemporary audience. Maybe Little Red Riding Hood won’t have to wait for the woodcutter to save her? There may be a house of gingerbread\, but how well will that go down? \n“A must see for anyone with children\, especially those who enjoy performing!”One4review Aug 2018 **** \n“This delight of an interactive children’s show\, enthralling both children and adults alike.” *****Fringe Review Aug 2018
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/grimms-fairer-tales/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, Headgate Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T024918
CREATED:20251025T071016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T071001Z
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SUMMARY:Rocky Horror Picture Show
DESCRIPTION:As the spooky season approaches join your LGBTQ+\, Trans\, and Disabilities Student Community Officers (SCOs) for an exciting screening of the Rocky Horror Picture Show! \nWhether you want to dress-up in a themed costume or just come in your comfiest outfit\, everyone is welcome to join us as we shiver in antici… pation! \nIt’s sure to be a great night of singing dancing and time warping that you don’t want to miss! \nTickets can be booked (for free) on the SU What’s On page:https://www.essexstudent.com/ents/event/35109/
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/rocky-horror-picture-show/
LOCATION:Lakeside Theatre\, University of Essex\, Wivenhoe Park\, Colchester\, CO4 3SQ\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Lakeside Theatre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T024918
CREATED:20251027T071001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T071001Z
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SUMMARY:Thor’s A Dick – Viking Legends Not for Kids - Colchester Fringe
DESCRIPTION:Join Yorkshire storyteller Eden as he retells some of the darker tales from the old north. Today we see Thor and the Norse gods as heroes\, but like a lot of the ancient gods they were full of faults and more human in their anger\, jealousy\, and spite. Today we present these tales to kids as friendly stories but in reality\, they’re about heroes taking revenge by pouring snake venom into their enemies’ eyes\, and parents taunting their offspring with the death of their loved ones. Back in dark ages these tales were for everyone\, and scaring the life out of kids was not a problem. It’s as simple as a tale as old as time\, one man\, a few stories all that’s missing is the fire we won’t be sat around.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/thors-a-dick-viking-legends-not-for-kids-colchester-fringe/
LOCATION:60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Three Wise Monkeys Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T223000
DTSTAMP:20260406T024918
CREATED:20251007T071211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T071001Z
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SUMMARY:Eleanor Grant “Inside Me” tour - Colchester
DESCRIPTION:On Monday 27th October\, I’ll be coming to Colchester\, Essex\, as part of my “Inside Me” tour! 🧡✨🌅☀️🧚🏼‍♀️ \nInspired by the music of Joni Mitchell\, The Carpenters\, Simon & Garfunkel\, and a sprinkle of Sabrina Carpenter\, Eleanor Grant presents the “Inside Me” tour\, named after her upcoming debut single. Her collection of original songs aim to heal the hiding heart\, inviting you in to a truly intimate live music experience. \nHailed as “one of Britain’s greatest talents” (Hollywood in Vienna 2019)\, Eleanor is a singer and double bass player who has been writing music since the age of 17. As someone who sings in so many different styles\, it’s taken a while to discover her sound as an artist. Versatility lies at the core of her identity\, regularly touring Europe and Asia as a vocal soloist with Avatar\, Titanic\, and Howard Shore’s Lord of the Rings in Concert\, requiring her to move seamlessly across different styles of music. She studied double bass at the Royal Academy of Music in London and is one half of the multi-genre duo ‘Eleanor and Gus’. However\, fast forward to 2025\, Eleanor feels that now after 8 years of writing\, she has finally collated a collection of music that feels true to her inner self. \n“I’ve always been so conflicted as an artist who loves singing and writing in so many different genres. I’m never going to put myself into a box\, but I can wholeheartedly say that this set of songs are equivalent to my cosy every day jumper. I would be happy singing these songs every day of the year\, and that doesn’t mean that I want to abandon the rest of my musical wardrobe\, I’ve just finally written songs that truly feel like home.” \nHope to see you there! 🫶🏼🎉
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/eleanor-grant-inside-me-tour-colchester/
LOCATION:Patch\, 24 Trinity Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1JN\, Patch\, 24 Trinity Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1JN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251027T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T024918
CREATED:20251007T071211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T071001Z
UID:126197-1761593400-1761597000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:What Have the Romans Ever Done For Us?
DESCRIPTION:Following last year’s sell out Colchester Fringe show\, The Crunchy Frog Players\, Colchester’s leading (only) comedy sketch troupe return with another show of reimagined (and lovingly butchered) iconic sketches and songs\, designed to titillate\, tantalize\, tease and tickle and all with a distinctly local twist. Known for their Pythonesque proclivities and devotion to detail\, this show will forcibly probe Colchester’s fecund history; from its Roman roots through to a vision of a dystopian future\, via a wry look at Jane Taylor’s Twinkle. Disclaimer – other Colchester nursery rhymes are available. Allegedly. Will you be able to spot the classic sketches from the new\, original ones? There’s only one way to find out!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/what-have-the-romans-ever-done-for-us-2/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, Headgate Theatre
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