"Save the Middlewick Ranges" art exhibition is now open!The Middlewick Ranges is an important biodiversity hotspot situated in the South of Colchester. Campaigners have long been fighting against the decision to convert this precious site to development land.Join us for the first of two exhibition talks exploring the historical and ecological significance of the Middlewick [...]

First round of this year's Colour Print League, judged by Clive Tanner FRPS MPAGB FIPF AWPF APAGB.About the judge:Photographic dabbler, FRPS and MPAGB plus APAGB. Member of Maidstone Camera Club and Hon. Life Member of Tonbridge Camera Club.Past president of Kent County Photographic AssociationMain photographic interests are photographing cathedrals, churches and chapels, producing prints and [...]

Showing at Firstsite Cinema - Lee (15)Lee Miller, American photographer, who is determined to document the truth of the Nazi regime, in spite of the odds stacked against female correspondents.‘Winslet powerfully conveys Miller’s tough-broad magnetism in this sobering, visually striking drama by cinematographer turned director Ellen Kuras‘ – The Guardian ★★★★☆Don't forget to check out [...]

Showing at Firstsite Cinema - The Critic (15)The Critic is a deliciously dark and sharp-witted thriller set in 1930s London ‘theatreland’ featuring an all-star cast.The most feared and vicious theatre critic in town Jimmy Erskine (McKellen), finds himself suddenly in the crosshairs of the Daily Chronicle’s new owner David Brooke (Strong).To win this ‘war’ he [...]

PERFORMANCEPay what you can afford.Doors open 7:30 pm, Show starts 8 pm.This show is for a seated audienceREVEREND BILLY & THE STOP SHOPPING CHOIR THE FABULOUS UNKNOWNCome hear the music, the song, the tunes, the dynamism, the humour and the passion of the ecstatic environmentalism.All the way from New York this troupe of activist minstrels [...]

Showing at Firstsite Cinema - Boonie Bears: Time Twist (Parent & Baby) (PG)!Vick, an overworked programmer, has his world turned upside down when an eccentric VIP client offers him the chance to change everything in his life.Book now on our website or call us on 01206 713 700.

Showing at Firstsite Cinema - A Story of Bones (12A)!After Annina Van Neel learns of St Helena’s most terrible atrocity, she does everything she can to rewrite history. Haunted by this historical injustice, Annina fights alongside renowned African American preservationist Peggy King Jorde and a group of disenfranchised islanders.To celebrate the month, we’re giving guests [...]

Picture and Poster Sale is from 5pm on followed by a 70s & 80s Disco at 8pm. If you appreciate art, photography, movie posters, rock icons, and film stars, you will love the poster sale. The Disco will feature some of the great dance classics guaranteed to keep you on the dance floor. A great [...]

We are excited to be joined by artist Farah Al Qasimi, whose photography and film is on show in our exhibition ‘Abort, Retry, Fail’.Come along and join us at Art Exchange to find out more about the ideas and inspiration behind one of the most original and exciting artists working today.An ‘in conversation’ between Farah [...]

We meet on the fourth Thursday of each month from 7-9pm for a laid back Stitch meet-up with a side of Brews.The kind folks at Two Brews have a big 'ol basement that we meet in (formally Il Padrino, Church St) and brews will be available to purchase from the bar on the ground floor.They [...]

We are a local life drawing group in Colchester. We meet up for untutored drawings with professional models from all backgrounds.All abilities are welcome. Just drop in, draw and pay £10 cash for the session.Drawing boards, easels, papers, charcoal and pencils are provided for free or bring your materials.Accessible venue.Location: Straight Road Community Centre329 Straight [...]

In support of not one but two project releases for 2023 (Sun Cutter on Bronzerat Records and Science Fiction Ballads out on electronic label Castles In Space) all under one ‘Kevin Pearce’ shaped banner, Pearce returns to perform material from them both as well as some of his greatest hits. After a top 20 album [...]