Events

Tickets £27.50.Doors open 7pm.This gig is for a standing audience.Rhythm, Rust & Static Tour 2026 From July to October 2026, When Rivers Meet return to the stage with the Rhythm Rust & Static Tour, following the release of their brand-new studio album Rhythm Rust & Static, out in spring 2026. Recorded with an intentionally stripped-back, [...]

Tickets £23.50Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm startThis show is for a seated audience.Actress and Comedian Nina Wadia will be coming to Colchester Arts Centre for an exclusive 'In Conversation' event. Our Associate Director, Vijay Patel, will host the conversation, which will also include an audience Q&A.The event will take a deep dive into some of [...]

An Edinburgh Fringe Preview:Immerse yourself in two timeless Edgar Allen Poe’s classics.Arguably Poe’s darkest tale, The Black Cat depicts an alcoholic’s last confession on the eve of his death. Then, the poem that made Poe famous: The Raven. In the midnight hour, an elderly man laments the loss of his love, when an ominous visitor [...]

Mercury Creatives Deaf, Disabled, and Neurodivergent Meet-up is a free monthly in-person meeting for any and all creatives who identify as deaf, disabled, or neurodivergent. Welcoming artists at any experience level, it is a space to network, meet and develop your practice.Occurring between 10am and 1pm, you are welcome to drop in anytime.We meet in [...]

We are delighted to have debut picture book author Helen Rose at the store for the start of the Summer holidays. She will be begin with a reading of "The Supersonic Fart" with the help of a puppet of Luna the Dog. Then there will fart spinner fun and an interactive quiz. Helen is promising [...]

Country Day Party comes to Colchester on Saturday 25 July, bringing a soundtrack of classic and contemporary country music to the dancefloor. The daytime event will feature music from artists including Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, Chris Stapleton, Willie Nelson, Carrie Underwood and Zach Bryan, alongside newer stars [...]

The Take That Experience returns with a live show celebrating the music of one of Britain's most successful pop groups. The tribute production recreates songs from across Take That's career, from their breakthrough success in the 1990s through to their later chart-topping releases. Audiences can expect hits including Pray, Relight My Fire, Patience, Shine, These [...]

Tickets £18 / £17 concessions.Doors open 7pm, starts 7.30pm.This gig is for a seated audience.The world famous acappella and dance group make a long awaited return to the UK!Black Umfolosi performances are inspired by the traditional song and dance of their native southern Africa, with a beauty and enthusiasm that is unrivalled. The ir performances [...]

Who can resist this gorgeous orangutan?Paint your very own to take home with you - no experience required

Join us on the last Thursday of every month at Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom for a night of incredible flavours and craft beer. July is all about the [...]

This stunning 100% live show combines first class music with slick choreography and an amazing band who deliver a truly outstanding performances for the best Motown experience you will ever [...]

Tickets £16.50.Doos open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This show is for a seated audience.A fun and informative performance - lecture with Bob Fischer and Stephen Brotherstone.When it comes to vintage creepiness, “Folk [...]