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SUMMARY:Casanova
DESCRIPTION:Lover! Hero! Clown! Join award-winning physical comedian Jon Tilley (“Magnetic” The Scotsman) for his hilarious new show\, an anarchic\, comic retelling of the myth of real-life ultimate lover and original rom com leading man\, Casanova! A young and penniless nobody begins an audacious flirtation with the world of nobility\, charming his way around 17th century Europe. A hero who relies entirely on his wits – and his incredibly alluring face and body. \nFollowing smash-hit fringe favourites ‘The Bakers’ (Fringe World Comedy Weekly Award Winner 2020)\, Scotland! (★★★★★ Fringefeed)\, Attenborough and his Animals (★★★★★ Adelaide Advertiser)\, and Strictly Barking (Pick of the Fringe Award (National) Colchester Fringe 2023)\, Jon Tilley won the Prague Fringe Comedy Award for his first solo show ‘Old Man’. Now he’s back with latest creation\, drawing on clown\, mime and slapstick comedy for another unforgettable hour of physical comedy madness. \n“A master clown” ★★★★ Binge Fringe						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Rehearsal Room). \nAge Suitability: 8yrs+ \nSensitive Content: Audience Participation\, More Information \nMore Information: Please Note: This venue has a No Late Entry Policy. \nTicket Price: £13 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/casanova-2/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Performance
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SUMMARY:Wait\, What is This?
DESCRIPTION:Wait\, What is This? is a fast-paced comedy written entirely in rhyme. Created and performed by Lydia Keating and John Harper\, the show began life as a five-minute rhyming sketch performed at cabaret nights in London\, Paris and Tallinn. Audiences kept asking for more — so naturally\, the pair wrote an entire 50 minutes of chaos. \nBlending clown\, physical theatre and rapid-fire rhyme\, the show begins innocently enough with a playful demonstration of rhyming words before spiralling into an increasingly absurd world of marital role-play\, counselling sessions\, medication adverts\, mistaken assumptions and ever-shifting realities. Just when audiences think they understand what is happening\, the story joyfully pulls the rug from under them and heads somewhere entirely unexpected. \nAt once playful\, ridiculous and strangely clever\, Wait\, What is This? delights in language\, theatrical invention and comic surprise. \nIn rhyme\, the show might best describe itself like this: \nCome\, have a gander at our comic two-hander!\nBrimming with raunchy\, riotous rhyme\,\nA plot so chaotic\, you’ll lose all sense of time.\nTangled twists meet metered bliss\,\nYou’ll leave gasping: “Wait… What Is This?” \nLydia Keating and John Harper met in 2022 while training at the International Theatre School of Jacques Lecoq in Paris and have collaborated ever since. Their previous show\, Clownfishing\, was performed at the Edinburgh Fringe and toured venues in the UK and Tallinn\, Estonia. \n*Please note there is no lift to access the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys. There are five flights of hand-railed stairs to reach the top floor with rest opportunities between each flight. Also\, their licensing does not allow anyone under the age of 18 years of age to be in the venue past 9pm. Please consider this when booking.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/wait-what-is-this-2/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys\, 60 High Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1DN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Performance
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SUMMARY:Feminist Reading Group
DESCRIPTION:Ticketing includes a paperback edition of the book as well as the event. There are options to pay for the event only but please note that ticket/book option provides you with the best discount. Last Saturday of the month at 2 pm. \nTo avoid postage charge: Add to Basket\, View Basket\, Go to Checkout\, Choose FREE Delivery Option \nThe Feminist Book Club is a space for curious minds\, lively conversations\, and collective empowerment. We read one book each month and meet on the last Saturday of every month for an engaging session of discussion\, debate\, critical thinking\, self-empowerment\, and a little bit of patriarchy-smashing! Along the way\, we build meaningful connections and community with like-minded people who care about creating a more just and inclusive world. \nLed by Solange Gulizzi\, an art and architectural historian and researcher exploring power\, gender\, and everyday lived experiences\, the club brings together academic ideas and real-life conversations in an accessible\, welcoming way. No prior knowledge is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to engage. \nThis is an inclusive\, welcoming\, and respectful space.  Whilst the group establishes itself it has decided to have women (and trans women) only.  This is due to some of the subject matters that have arisen.  This policy will be reconsidered but until then\, we hope you will respect this decision. We ask all members of our community to approach conversations with curiosity\, kindness\, and respect for others. We may challenge ideas\, but we always treat people with dignity. \nAs a safe and supportive space\, we want to hear your voice. Your opinions\, experiences\, questions\, and reflections are not only welcomed but encouraged. Whether you love to debate\, prefer to listen and reflect\, or are just beginning your feminist journey\, there is a place for you here. Together\, we learn\, grow\, support one another\, and imagine new possibilities for ourselves and the world around us \n \nTo avoid postage charge: Add to Basket\, View Basket\, Go to Checkout\, Choose FREE Delivery Option
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/feminist-reading-group-2/
LOCATION:Red Lion Books\, 25 High Street\, Colchester
CATEGORIES:Talks
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SUMMARY:Ashes to Ashes\, Lust to Dust
DESCRIPTION:Daniel Casey is dead! Or at least his love life is…  \nJoin us as we congregate at the hole-y Church of Homosexuality to remember a life gone too soon. With a eulogy befitting of such a degenerate: filthy\, vulgar\, and camp beyond belief\, this is not a funeral you are likely to forget any time soon. Performed by the only person up to the task\, himself\, Ashes to Ashes\, Lust to Dust\, is an all-singing\, some-dancing celebration of self-deprecating humour and an exploration of confidence and self-worth against a backdrop of the 21st Century gay dating scene. \nIn less than hour\, you will get to hear all of the funniest (and most embarrassing) stories of Daniel’s life. From terrible attempts at flirting to questionable hookups\, there’s a little bit of something here for everyone. But\, in and amongst the vulgarity\, is a real heartfelt message of learning to love yourself again and overcoming shame and self-hatred.  \nWill you take away some profound message that will change your outlook on life? Eh\, maybe. Will you laugh until your sides hurt? Almost certainly.						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Rehearsal Room). \nAge Suitability: 18yrs+ \nSensitive Content: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes\, Scenes of a Sexual Nature\, Strong Language/Swearing\, More Information \nMore Information: Please Note: This venue has a No Late Entry Policy. \nTicket Price: £9 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/ashes-to-ashes-lust-to-dust-2/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:Colchester Record Fair
DESCRIPTION:Colchester’s Record Fair returns to Firstsite\, a treat for both enthusiasts and casual collectors alike. \nCome browse through stallholders’ collections of vinyl and CDs from a vast range of genres. Grab yourself a bargain – or perhaps something a little rarer. \n 
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-record-fair-2/
LOCATION:Firstsite\, Lewis Gardens\, Colchester\, CO1 1JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Markets & Fairs
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SUMMARY:Christmas Lino Print Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a cosy and creative morning with our Christmas Lino Print Workshop. \nPerfect for beginners and creative minds alike\, this hands-on workshop will guide you through the process of designing\, carving\, and printing your very own festive lino artwork. Whether you want to create Christmas cards\, wrapping paper\, gift tags\, framed prints\, or seasonal decorations\, you’ll leave with beautiful handmade pieces ready for the festive season. \nYou’ll learn: \n • How to transfer your design onto lino • Safe carving techniques and tools to use • Printing methods for clean\, bold designs • Tips for creating repeat patterns and festive prints \nWith plenty of Christmas inspiration available\, you can make something traditional\, modern\, playful\, or completely unique to your style. No experience is needed\, and all materials and tuition are included. \nWorkshop Details:Saturday 31st October – 10.00am \n£35pp including a hot beverage & cake \nA perfect autumn morning with friends\, family\, or a little creative time for yourself. Spaces are limited. \nBOOK HERE: https://www.thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk/event-details/christmas-lino-print-workshop
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/christmas-lino-print-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Ardleigh Studios\, Ardleigh Studios
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:HALLOWEEN FRIDAY!
DESCRIPTION:Q-Jump entry for up to 6 with a bottle of house spirit of your choice and table with VIP bottle service! \nRead more \nQ-Jump entry for up to 6 with a bottle of house spirit of your choice and table with VIP bottle service! \nMinimum spend: £200 \nHALLOWEEN WEEKEND HAS ARRIVED… \nThe weekend starts here. \nFriday night at Trilogy is your chance to get fully into the Halloween spirit before the big night arrives. Expect a night of costumes\, chaos\, singalongs and non-stop energy from the moment you walk through the doors. \nRound up your mates\, pick your costume and come ready to make a night of it. Whether you’re here for the music\, the atmosphere or just an excuse to cause a little trouble – Friday is going to be one to remember. \n🕷️ COSTUMES AT THE READY🎃 HALLOWEEN VIBES ALL NIGHT🔥 FRIDAY NIGHT MISCHIEF👻 LET THE WEEKEND BEGIN \nThursday was just the beginning. Friday is where things really start to get interesting…
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/halloween-friday/
LOCATION:Trilogy Colchester\, Trilogy Colchester
CATEGORIES:DJ & Club Events
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SUMMARY:Two Blue
DESCRIPTION:Two little blue lines can change your life forever. Come join us for a new rip-roaring comedy adventure about parenthood.  \nFrom 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 of parenthood starting with pregnancy\, the lead up to birth and the months that follow. \nIt’s not easy raising a child\, but Leggy Blonde Productions make it relatable and yet eye opening through their classic writing style; a dash of storytelling\, a pinch of music and a bucket full of comedy. It wouldn’t be a Leggy Blonde Productions’ show without a singalong or two.						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Main). \nAge Suitability: 16yrs + \nSensitive Content: Audience Participation\, Strong Language/Swearing\, More Information \nMore Information: Contains descriptions and scenes of childbirth \nTicket Price: £9 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/two-blue-3/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:BLAKWATER LIVE 🎸
DESCRIPTION:🎸 SOMETHING’S COMING… 🎸 \nMark your calendars for Friday 23rd October. \nBLAKWATER will be playing live for a night of loud riffs\, great music\, and good times. Whether you’re a long-time supporter or seeing them for the first time\, this is one you won’t want to miss.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/blakwater-live-%f0%9f%8e%b8/
LOCATION:Main Road\, Colchester
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Salaryman Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:A dark tragicomedy about a pathetic Japanese salaryman who becomes a tyrant! Your favorite GUMBO’s Macbeth has finally arrived in Shakespeare’s land!Based on Shakespeare’s Macbeth\, this modern adaptation transplants the tragedy to contemporary Japan\, reimagining Macbeth as an ordinary Japanese salaryman. His sudden rise up the corporate ladder takes him from an unremarkable office worker to a ruthless tyrant.This production was created by Theatre Group GUMBO\, which has won awards at Colchester Fringe every year since 2023.We dedicate this production to the dictators who still rule the world today! \nThe play highlights how timid and weak individuals can become tyrants when given power. -The News PakistanThis play wins hearts. -Business Recorder						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Main). \nAge Suitability: All Ages \nSensitive Content: Scenes of Violence \nTicket Price: £13 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/salaryman-macbeth-3/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:Sheep! Μια ιστορία για το πού ανήκουμε
DESCRIPTION:A play about flocks and belonging\, told by a sheep who doesn’t know how to belong after she was sexually assaulted. To find her way back into the herd\, she weaves an off-beat comedic tale of sheep who are born\, loved\, and eaten – asking for it\, having such cute lambs – and go to space in search of the lost connection. \nSheep! is a dark and hilarious exploration of the hard feelings one goes through after a sexual assault\, told through the extended metaphor of sheep. A powerful\, weird and wonderful monologue that invites you into joy and resilience\, into the flock of soft\, fluffy and vulnerable sheep. \nWritten and performed by Jenni Nikinmaa\, a Finn living on a remote Irish island whose artistic works make hard-hitting points so gently it’s like being hugged by a sheep. Directed by Sarah O’Toole\, sound design Jack Cawley\, lighting design Órla Kelly-Smith. Dramaturgs Michael West & Hugh Farrell. Production funded by Galway Theatre Festival & Galway County Council. \nIf you are nervous about attending because of the theme or audience participation\, you can get to know the show beforehand via our audience guide. The guide includes details of the show and supports those who want to see the show but are worried if they can. It’s not a requirement to read to come and see Sheep! it’s just a measure of care while working on a sensitive topic!						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Rehearsal Room). \nAge Suitability: 16yrs + \nSensitive Content: Audience Participation\, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes\, Scenes of Sexual Violence\, More Information \nMore Information: Please Note: This venue has a No Late Entry Policy. \nTicket Price: £13 \nBooking information.
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LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:Chris Young: World War Me\, the boy who starts wars with himself
DESCRIPTION:World War Me: The Boy Who Starts Wars With Himself \nSome people spend their lives fighting the world. Chris Young decided to cut out the middleman and fight himself instead. \nChris returns to Colchester with a hilarious and honest exploration of life lived between ambition and avoidance\, confidence and panic\, growth. \nWorld War Me is a one-man comedy about the battles raging inside all of us. Every insecurity becomes a dictator. Every ambition stages a coup. Every text message demands a full-scale diplomatic response. Inside Chris’s mind\, simple decisions become military campaigns and minor setbacks are treated like national emergencies. \nthis show explores what happens when the person holding you back and the person trying to move you forward are trapped in the same body. \nFunny\, heartfelt and gloriously self-destructive\, World War Me is about growing older without necessarily growing up\, searching for peace in a mind that keeps choosing war\, and discovering that sometimes the biggest obstacle to becoming the person you want to be is the person you’ve already become. \nThe enemy is within. \n*Please note there is no lift to access the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys. There are five flights of hand-railed stairs to reach the top floor with rest opportunities between each flight. Also\, their licensing does not allow anyone under the age of 18 years of age to be in the venue past 9pm. Please consider this when booking.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/chris-young-world-war-me-the-boy-who-starts-wars-with-himself/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys\, 60 High Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1DN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Performance
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SUMMARY:(a play in a) DARK ROOM
DESCRIPTION:“Fuck you. Try all you want. We’re not going anywhere.” \nWORLD PREMIERE: In this visceral\, sensory-driven\, psychological thriller\, Davis the Janitor cleans up all sorts of bodily fluids at his night job in a dark room. Piss\, cum\, shit\, vomit\, poppers – no stain can scare off Davis\, the self-proclaimed “pig of pigs”… until a lingering violent threat forces Davis to confront the only stain he cannot clean. \n(a play in a) DARK ROOM is an intense\, disturbing\, often funny\, and unapologetically messy exploration of queerness. Written and performed by multi-award-winning-queer activist Dr.Pants\, the show blends autotheory\, multimedia visuals\, dynamic movement\, and an original electronic score to challenge respectability politics\, confront trauma\, and find hope. \nPerformer and writer Dr.Pants is critically acclaimed worldwide for the “sheer bravery” (Watermark News) in his writing and performance. He is described by critics as being “immeasurably talented” (Broadway World)\, “sharp\, quick\, and uncompromising” (GSCENE)\, and “bold\, brazen and stratospherically cheeky\, concealing beneath the girth of energy a good heart and a probing mind.” (Lost in Theatreland). Dr.Pants has single-handedly raised over £1000+ for LGBTQ+ charities worldwide\, including the WR1 Foundation\, The University of Essex’s Student Union\, LGBT+ Health and Wellbeing Scotland\, and the Center of Orlando. His play Pup Play won seven international fringe awards and a further five nominations. Dr.Pants was runner-up for Activist of the Year at the National Queer Student Awards.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/a-play-in-a-dark-room/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:Antonio & Diego – desde Utrera
DESCRIPTION:No dancers. No spectacle. No concessions. Direct to Colchester from the ancient town of Utrera\, in the beating heart of Andalusia’s flamenco country\, come father-and-son virtuoso guitar duo Antonio & Diego. Both conservatoire trained\, they represent a rare evolution of the art: the flawless precision of the academy seamlessly combined with the “duende” of a storied lineage. Their performance burns with the raw emotion and intricate rhythms immortalised by Utrera’s flamenco royalty – Bambino (the “King of Rumba”)\, and the legendary Gitana sisters\, Fernanda and Bernarda. Through a haunting dialogue of voice and guitar\, Antonio & Diego navigate a range of traditional ‘palos’\, paying homage to the towering legacy of Paco de Lucía\, Paco Cepero and the hugely influential “rock andaluz” of Triana\, Lole y Manuel and Alameda. They don’t speak English; they don’t need to. Music is their mother tongue. This is flamenco straight from its source: direct\, intimate\, and uncompromising. A thing of rare beauty\, forged in the family home\, refined by years of study\, and seldom destined for export.						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Patch. \nAge Suitability: All Ages \nSensitive Content: None \nTicket Price: £9 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/antonio-diego-desde-utrera/
LOCATION:Patch\, 24 Trinity Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1JN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Boozy Brushes – Paint Your Pal
DESCRIPTION:Join Sirena Hart at Firstsite for Boozy Brushes a multi-art\, Drag entertainment painting class extravaganza where you can paint your pal! \nJoin us in the café/bar area for a lively\, fun and creative evening. \nUnlike Boozy Brushes\, where the subject is a different celebrity every month\, now the subject is your favourite person! \nSo who’s your muse? \nBring a friend\, partner\, parent or sibling for a guaranteed night of giggles and fabulous Drag Entertainment. Make memories that last a lifetime and take part in an artistic experience you and your loved ones won’t forget! \nSirena Hart is an established Artist and Drag Performer in East Anglia who believes drag and portraiture together create a whole new creative experience. \nSirena will guide you through a relaxed portrait tutorial and the rest is in your artistic hands! \nTicket price includes all materials and one drink from the bar for one person. \nEach individual attendee of this workshop will need to purchase their own tickets. If you would like to book as a pair please purchase two tickets. \nFood and drink is also available for purchase throughout the session. Find out more about our menus here \nThis event is for ages 18+.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/boozy-brushes-paint-your-pal/
LOCATION:Firstsite\, Lewis Gardens\, Colchester\, CO1 1JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261107T212000
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CREATED:20260920T164557Z
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SUMMARY:The Picture of Dorian Gray
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-picture-of-dorian-gray/
LOCATION:Mercury Theatre\, Balkerne Gate\, Colchester\, CO1 1PT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T230000
DTSTAMP:20261014T183647Z
CREATED:20261014T183647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T183647Z
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SUMMARY:FACEDOWN - COLCHESTERS BIGGEST EMO EVENT
DESCRIPTION:Face down goes spooky with their incredible Halloween blow out!! This night is probably our biggest night Every. Single. Year. Tons of fun and always a fantastic time!!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/facedown-colchesters-biggest-emo-event/
LOCATION:CODA \,63\, High Street\, Colchester\, CODA \,63\, High Street\, Colchester
CATEGORIES:DJ & Club Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T200000
DTSTAMP:20261015T135639Z
CREATED:20261015T135639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T135639Z
UID:135449-1793386800-1793390400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Mitch Benn: Asking Elvis
DESCRIPTION:Mitch Benn is Asking Elvis \nThe King is back! Mitch Benn resurrects Elvis from BBC Radio 2’s legendary “Steve Wright in the Afternoon” show\, to answer hunks of burning questions about life\, death\, cheeseburgers and everything in between… including the story of how Mitch managed to be possibly the most popular thing on the most popular show on British radio for over ten years\, without anyone ever knowing it was him. \nIf YOU have a question for Elvis\, go to: www.mitchbenn.com/asking-elvis  \nThankyouverymuch…						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Rehearsal Room). \nAge Suitability: 14yrs+ \nSensitive Content: Strong Language/Swearing\, More Information \nMore Information: Please Note: This venue has a No Late Entry Policy. \nTicket Price: £13 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/mitch-benn-asking-elvis-2/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260924T094706Z
CREATED:20260924T094706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T094706Z
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SUMMARY:A Canadian Explains Eurovision to Brits
DESCRIPTION:With one foot in stand‑up comedy\, the other in TED‑style presentation\, this one‑person musical ride dives into Eurovision’s history\, queer joy\, fandom culture\, and identity. Expect big music\, big humour and heartfelt reflections woven through slides and song. \n★★★★ – Edmonton Journal\, ★★★★★ – Hamilton Hammer\, 2025 Calgary Fringe Award Winner\, \n“McLean has broken the code to Eurovision and rises like a phoenix to share it with us in this wonderfully heartfelt stand‑up show.” – FringeReview.co.uk \n“Matti skillfully weaves songs through his personal story as a gay man coming out … a wonderful hour of musical performances and anecdotes about self‑discovery.” – The Vibe Hamilton \n“McLean’s delivery often borders on stand‑up\, full of sharp wit and campy charm. But he also allows space for quieter\, moving reflections.” – The Hammer Monthly \nPlease note: The end time shown is an estimate. Please check with the venue for confirmation.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/a-canadian-explains-eurovision-to-brits-3/
LOCATION:The Dragonfly Lounge\, The Dragonfly Lounge
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T195500
DTSTAMP:20261015T135519Z
CREATED:20261015T135519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T135519Z
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SUMMARY:Timon of Athens
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nExpect a wooden box\, original music and a whole host of hats in this rip-roaring ride described as ‘utterly hilarious’ (FringeyBits).						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Main). \nAge Suitability: 8yrs+ \nTicket Price: £9 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/timon-of-athens-3/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T195500
DTSTAMP:20260923T145819Z
CREATED:20260923T145819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T145819Z
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SUMMARY:The Unforgivable Crime of Love
DESCRIPTION:This is the true story of Reed Peggram. In 1939 the brilliant young Black scholar from Boston\, travels to Paris so that he could live a life beyond America’s racial boundaries. There\, he falls deeply in love with Arne Hauptmann\, a Danish scholar. As Nazi Germany advances across Europe\, Reed refuses to abandon the man he loves. Their interracial queer relationship draws the attention of fascist authorities\, eventually leading to their imprisonment in an Italian concentration camp. \nSeparated\, starving\, and hunted\, the two men risk everything to escape and survive behind enemy lines. Their remarkable journey becomes a story of love and resistance\, and survival against a racist and homophobic world! \n*Please note there is no lift to access the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys. There are five flights of hand-railed stairs to reach the top floor with rest opportunities between each flight. Also\, their licensing does not allow anyone under the age of 18 years of age to be in the venue past 9pm. Please consider this when booking.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-unforgivable-crime-of-love-5/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys\, 60 High Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1DN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T190000
DTSTAMP:20260917T071253Z
CREATED:20260917T071253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T071253Z
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SUMMARY:Colchester Fringe Festival - Josephine
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £12\n23rd October: Doors 6.45pm\, show 7pm \n24th October: Doors 5.15pm\, show 5.30pm\n25th October: Doors 7.15pm\, show 7.30pm\n30th October: Doors 6.45pm\, show 7pm\n31st October: Doors 6.45pm\, show 7pm\n1st November: Doors 4.15pm\, show 4.30pm\nThis show is for a seated audience\n\nAge Suitability: 16+\nContent Warnings: Audience Participation\, Nudity\, Strong Language / Swearing\n\nBefore Ella\, Tina\, Billie\, or Beyoncé – there was JOSEPHINE \n\nJosephine is an international award-winning off-Broadway one-woman biographical musical that combines cabaret\, theatre and dance to tell the story of the iconic Josephine Baker\, the first African-American international superstar and one of the most remarkable figures of the 20th Century. \n\nTymisha Harris stars in this dazzling retelling of Josephine Baker’s life as singer\, movie star\, WWII spy\, civil rights activist\, and cultural icon. \n\n“Tymisha Harris is a tour de force!”\n★★★★★ – Broadway Baby \n“She should be starring in a movie version directed by Baz Luhrmann.” – RuPaul Charles \n“Tymisha Harris… sings and tells Josephine Baker’s life story to perfection”\n★★★★★ -Adelaide Advertiser \n“a triumphant homage to a life worth remembering”\n★★★★★ -CBC
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-fringe-festival-josephine-2/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T203000
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SUMMARY:Reiki Sound Bath Under the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Relax beneath Luke Jerram’s spectacular Museum of the Moon installation at Colchester Castle during this immersive Reiki and sound healing experience on 30th October from 6.30pm to 8.30pm (Doors open 6.15pm). Combining Reiki with crystal singing bowls\, therapeutic gongs and shamanic drums\, this special evening is designed to help you unwind\, switch off from daily distractions and enjoy a moment of calm beneath the moon. \nThe session includes introductions\, intention-setting\, the Reiki sound bath itself\, and an optional opportunity to stay and chat afterwards. \nLed by award-winning Reiki Master Teacher Chia-Yen Oh and Master Gong Practitioner and yoga teacher Amanda Anderson\, this unique collaboration brings together their shared experience in wellbeing\, sound and relaxation practices. \nPlease bring a yoga mat. You may also wish to bring a blanket\, pillow\, eye mask and water bottle for comfort. Warm clothing is recommended. \nSuitable for ages 16+ when accompanied by a parent or guardian attending the event. This session is not suitable for anyone with a pacemaker or in the first trimester of pregnancy. \nPlease contact the organisers before booking if you have tinnitus\, Ménière’s disease\, epilepsy\, severe mental health conditions\, metal implants\, or if you are taking antidepressants. \nInformation on facilities\, accessibility and how to find us can be found on our Colchester Castle Access page. \nSpaces are limited and advance booking is recommended. \nTickets are £40 per person.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/reiki-sound-bath-under-the-moon-2/
LOCATION:Castle Park\, CO1 1TJ Colchester\, United Kingdom\, Castle Park\, CO1 1TJ Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T213000
DTSTAMP:20260921T162635Z
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SUMMARY:Make Your Own Willow Lantern
DESCRIPTION:Create your own handcrafted willow lantern in this practical making workshop\, where you’ll learn traditional willow construction techniques to design a unique lantern for your home or garden. \nDiscover how to prepare and shape willow before building a strong three-dimensional framework using simple weaving and construction methods suitable for beginners. \nOnce your structure is complete\, you’ll cover and decorate your lantern with colourful tissue paper\, transforming it into a beautiful illuminated piece ready for autumn and winter celebrations such as Halloween\, Diwali\, Christmas\, or simply to brighten your home throughout the season. \nWhat to expect \nWork in a relaxed\, supportive environment where you’ll be guided through each stage of the making process while developing confidence in working with natural materials. \nYou’ll leave with your own handmade willow lantern\, along with the skills and knowledge to continue creating lanterns at home. \nGood to know \nBasic materials are provided. Food and drink is also available to purchase throughout the session from our cafés. \nThis workshop is suitable for beginners and is aimed for families\, ages 14+\, and adults. \nWhat is willow weaving? \nWillow weaving is a traditional craft that uses flexible willow rods to create strong\, lightweight structures by bending\, shaping\, and binding the material together. \nUsed for centuries to make baskets\, sculptures\, and decorative objects\, willow is an accessible and sustainable material that can be transformed into both practical and artistic creations. \nAbout your tutor \nKatie Kennedy is a designer and workshop artist specialising in art\, design\, architecture and printing workshops and projects at museums\, galleries\, schools and festivals around Essex\, London and beyond alongside running her own design business. Find out more at katiekennedy.co.uk or @katiekennedydesign.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/make-your-own-willow-lantern/
LOCATION:Firstsite\, Lewis Gardens\, Colchester\, CO1 1JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T114500
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SUMMARY:Holiday Fun October 2026: Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Children can participate in this fun and relaxed session this October with Drumming at Firstsite Holiday Fun in Colchester! \nMost suitable for 4 – 11 years\, but all ages welcome. Caregivers are required to stay on site throughout the activities. \nActivities take place outside. Please make sure those taking part in activities are dressed appropriately for the weather. \nOur Holiday Fun activities are for families facing economic challenges or who require additional support during the school holidays\, including those that qualify for benefits-based free school meals. \nHoliday Fun is designed in partnership with African Families in the UK\, Bangladeshi Women’s Association Essex\, and Level Best Enterprises. \nFind out more about Holiday Fun. \nHow to book \nScroll down to book your spaces. \nEarly bird tickets are on sale from 9am on Tue 20 Oct 2026. More tickets will be released three days in advance of each session. \nBookings can be made by selecting a date at the bottom of this page\, or by calling 01206 713 700. Spaces are limited\, offered on a first come\, first served basis. \nHow to get to Firstsite \nPlease note there is no parking available at Firstsite\, however there are car parks nearby\, and Colchester Town Centre is well serviced by public transport. How to get here \nIf you can no longer attend your booking… \nIf you contact us 24 hours before the event your space can be made available for another family. Thank you! \nExplore more of Holiday Fun \nGet creative with all the family in our art drop-in activities\, plus children can take part in our Holiday Fun movement activities – find out more and book here \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/holiday-fun-october-2026-drumming/
LOCATION:Firstsite\, Lewis Gardens\, Colchester\, CO1 1JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T210508Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T210508Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween Animation\, Neurodivergent-Friendly: ages: 7 – 11
DESCRIPTION:Participants will create their own short Halloween-inspired animated film using stop motion software. With guidance from our expert tutors\, they will use themed materials\, props and backgrounds to design characters such as ghosts\, pumpkins\, monsters or haunted scenes\, building their films frame by frame. \nIn this Halloween-themed session\, participants will work in a smaller group at a pace that suits them in a relaxed\, structured environment where creativity and confidence can grow. This workshop provides a supportive space to bring spooky stories and eerie ideas to life. \nYou will learn: \n• How stop motion animation works (filming frame-by-frame)\n• Story planning and spooky visual storytelling skills\n• Camera positioning\, sequencing and simple editing\n• Halloween-themed set design and creative expression\n• Problem-solving\, focus and project planning \nBy the end of the session\, each participant will have completed a short Halloween-themed animated film\, something they can share with friends and family. \nWhat makes this workshop neurodivergent-friendly? \n\nSmall\, supportive group size\nShorter session times\nClear visual instructions and step-by-step demonstrations\nFlexible participation (work independently or with light guidance)\nCalm\, structured environment\nBreaks available when needed\nNo pressure to perform or present\n\nOur Neurodivergent-friendly sessions are aimed at children and young people on the autism spectrum who may benefit from smaller classes sizes and a little bit more support. We have a maximum class size of 8 and at least two experienced tutors. \nThis workshop is suitable for all skill levels and ensures a supportive and inclusive environment for all participants. \nParents / carers are welcome to stay for part or all of the workshop if they would like to. \n10am – 12pm (2 hours) \nSuitable for ages 9 – 17 \nNo experience required. All materials are provided by Signals. \nSpaces are limited so book early – If for any reason you can no longer attend please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer the place to another child or young person. \nWe are able to offer this event at a reduced rate as it is kindly funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/halloween-animation-neurodivergent-friendly-ages-7-11/
LOCATION:Signals Media Arts Centre\, Victoria Chambers St. Runwald St\, Colchester\, CO1 1HF\, GB
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T173000
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SUMMARY:Maria's Island Children's Storytelling Session
DESCRIPTION:Children and families are invited to a special storytelling session at Colchester Library during the October half-term. \nLepra historian Irene Allen will host a session focusing on Maria’s Island\, written by award-winning author and Lepra Ambassador Victoria Hislop and illustrated by Gill Smith. \nPublished by Walker Books\, the story is set in 1940s Crete and follows a family affected by leprosy as they face and overcome the challenges they encounter. \nThe event forms part of the New Face for Leprosy exhibition at Colchester Library\, which uses photography and material from Lepra’s archives to challenge misconceptions about leprosy and tell the stories of people affected by the disease. \nThe storytelling session takes place on Friday 30th October 2026.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/marias-island-childrens-storytelling-session/
LOCATION:Colchester Library and Community Hub\, 21 Trinity Square\, Colchester\, CO1 1JB\, GB
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261029T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261029T213000
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SUMMARY:Casanova
DESCRIPTION:Lover! Hero! Clown! Join award-winning physical comedian Jon Tilley (“Magnetic” The Scotsman) for his hilarious new show\, an anarchic\, comic retelling of the myth of real-life ultimate lover and original rom com leading man\, Casanova! A young and penniless nobody begins an audacious flirtation with the world of nobility\, charming his way around 17th century Europe. A hero who relies entirely on his wits – and his incredibly alluring face and body. \nFollowing smash-hit fringe favourites ‘The Bakers’ (Fringe World Comedy Weekly Award Winner 2020)\, Scotland! (★★★★★ Fringefeed)\, Attenborough and his Animals (★★★★★ Adelaide Advertiser)\, and Strictly Barking (Pick of the Fringe Award (National) Colchester Fringe 2023)\, Jon Tilley won the Prague Fringe Comedy Award for his first solo show ‘Old Man’. Now he’s back with latest creation\, drawing on clown\, mime and slapstick comedy for another unforgettable hour of physical comedy madness. \n“A master clown” ★★★★ Binge Fringe						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Rehearsal Room). \nAge Suitability: 8yrs+ \nSensitive Content: Audience Participation\, More Information \nMore Information: Please Note: This venue has a No Late Entry Policy. \nTicket Price: £13 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/casanova-3/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261029T213000
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SUMMARY:Chris Young: World War Me\, the boy who starts wars with himself
DESCRIPTION:BOOK TICKET \nWorld War Me: The Boy Who Starts Wars With Himself \nSome people spend their lives fighting the world. Chris Young decided to cut out the middleman and fight himself instead. \nChris returns to Colchester with a hilarious and honest exploration of life lived between ambition and avoidance\, confidence and panic\, growth. \nWorld War Me is a one-man comedy about the battles raging inside all of us. Every insecurity becomes a dictator. Every ambition stages a coup. Every text message demands a full-scale diplomatic response. Inside Chris’s mind\, simple decisions become military campaigns and minor setbacks are treated like national emergencies. \nthis show explores what happens when the person holding you back and the person trying to move you forward are trapped in the same body. \nFunny\, heartfelt and gloriously self-destructive\, World War Me is about growing older without necessarily growing up\, searching for peace in a mind that keeps choosing war\, and discovering that sometimes the biggest obstacle to becoming the person you want to be is the person you’ve already become. \nThe enemy is within. \n*Please note there is no lift to access the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys. There are five flights of hand-railed stairs to reach the top floor with rest opportunities between each flight. Also\, their licensing does not allow anyone under the age of 18 years of age to be in the venue past 9pm. Please consider this when booking.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/chris-young-world-war-me-the-boy-who-starts-wars-with-himself-2/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys\, 60 High Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1DN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261029T213000
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SUMMARY:Happily Ever Poofter
DESCRIPTION:Disney fan? Massive raging queer? Then Happily Ever Poofter is for you! \nIn fact\, whether you love or loathe all things Disney\, this show is NOT one to be missed. \nJoin Prince Henry (the only gay in the Kingdom) on his hilarious and heart-warming quest for true love! \nFrom the acclaimed team behind ‘Reclaiming Harry’ (National Pick of the Fringe Award – Colchester Fringe 2022) this cult-hit cabaret spectacular has thrilled and entertained audiences all over the world! And now it’s your turn. \nFeaturing brilliantly and hilariously reworked Disney favourites – such as “Part Of Your Scene”\, “Just Come Out The The King” and “Some Day My Prince Will Cum” – don’t miss out on this wonderful and wild night of entertainment. \n★★★★★ (Gay Times) \n★★★★★ (What’s On Adelaide Winner – Best New Musical Offies) \n★★★★★ (Boyz Magazine) \nWINNER – Best New Musical London Off West End Awards \nWINNER – Comedy Award London Pub Theatres \nWINNER – Audience Choice Award Mumbai Fringe \nWINNER – Big Gay Award Brighton Fringe \nPlease note: The end time shown is an estimate. Please check with the venue for confirmation.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/happily-ever-poofter/
LOCATION:The Dragonfly Lounge\, The Dragonfly Lounge
CATEGORIES:Performance
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