"We are in a time of paralysis.And nobody can understand why.We all know that something is deeply wrong within our society.But we're unable to act.We are increasingly interconnected. Yet power seems further away than ever before.""Does this sound familiar?Good.Because we have been here before."From experimental theatre-maker Harry Walker, Wild Guess presents 'if not this then [...]
Welcome to the House of Diamonds... where glamour drips through every moment and temptation smoulders beneath the spotlight.Step into an unforgettable evening of dazzling cabaret, featuring sultry burlesque, electrifying dance and powerhouse live vocals, guaranteed to keep you captivated from beginning to end. Blending elegance with mischief, House of Diamonds invites you into a world [...]
Some of the most popular Greek Myths nowadays are family friendly stories, but in truth, the origins of these tales are much more X rated and scandalous, hear the full details of what Zeus and the other Gods got up to. Hear about Gods shagging anything that moves, or even corpses that don’t, a deal [...]
After wowing Colchester Fringe with their smash hit adaptation of Shakespeare's WORST play, multi award-winning Rendered Retina return, only this time their bringing his LEAST-KNOWN work, Timon of Athens. Follow Timon, a wealthy and incredibly generous philanthropist who finds himself broke, and the many weird and whacky characters he meets in his story. Expect a [...]
House Party presents a huge night in Colchester as MR TRAUMATIK takes over Trilogy for an explosive late-night session. Known for his unmistakable rapid-fire flow, high-energy performances and hard-hitting catalogue, Mr Traumatik brings his sound to Colchester for a night built for serious ravers. Expect heavy bass, relentless energy and a packed dancefloor from the [...]
Get making during our Holiday Fun: Make session with a variety of free creative activities at Firstsite this Summer. Most suitable for those aged 4 – 11 yrs, but all ages welcome. Drop-in anytime between 10am – 2:30pm from Tuesday to Saturday to take part. No need to book for our Make sessions. Adults required [...]
Weekly half-hour round up. The Saturday Surgery is open! Check out this week’s new releases Find out out about industry book awards, winners and shortlists Have a cuppa with us (bring your own mug) Share your book recs Take our book advice if needed In the basement from 11am We’d love to see you here. [...]
Two little blue lines can change your life forever. Come join us for a new rip-roaring comedy adventure about parenthood. From the people that brought you Meggie’s Measures in 2023, My Fanny Valentine: Rebirthed in 2024 and Love Me Tinder: Unhinged in 2025, get ready for a new semi-autobiographical comedy about the trials and tribulations [...]
With stories Gods, Ice Giants and Monsters fighting for power, join in with an interactive storytelling of a difference, will you play Thor and get to wield the mighty Mjölnir, or be Loki with cunning and guile. Find out all about the Gods and Goddesses of Norse myths.Winner of Best Children's Show at Buxton Fringe [...]
Second Thoughts follows Clement Achebe, a once-successful Lagos professional who leaves behind a stable life in pursuit of greater opportunities abroad. What he hopes will be a journey toward a brighter future quickly becomes a confrontation with harsh realities, cultural shocks, and the emotional weight of having to start over. Told as an intimate one-man [...]
(God) Help The Aged is a light-hearted play that looks at the ageing process. It will take you down memory lane reminiscing about how things have changed including our bodies!! It tells how we are, how the world see us, but most of all, how we see ourselves as we begin to reach our mature [...]
Wu Zetian, the only woman in Chinese history to rule as emperor in her own name, has been judged by history for centuries. What happens when she finally answers back?Now, she is summoned to stand trial before history.From Mei and Meiniang, names given to shape the woman she was expected to become, to Zhao, a [...]
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