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SUMMARY:Her Name
DESCRIPTION: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? \nNow\, she is summoned to stand trial before history. \nFrom Mei and Meiniang\, names given to shape the woman she was expected to become\, to Zhao\, a name she created for herself\, Her Name traces her journey from being named and defined by others to claiming the right to define herself. \nAs the trial unfolds\, Wu Zhao confronts accusations surrounding her ambition\, her rise to power\, her relationships and the way history has chosen to remember her. The voices of her daughter\, Princess Taiping\, and her student\, Shangguan Wan’er\, complicate that defence further\, asking not only what Wu Zhao changed\, but what remained unchanged for the women who came after her. \nTold in English and rooted in Chinese history\, Her Name is a contemporary solo performance created and performed by Aniya He about names\, ambition\, gender and public power. Through Wu Zhao’s story\, it asks why women in power are still so often remembered differently from the men who hold it. \nWhen history remembers a woman in power\, what does it choose to remember?						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Main). \nAge Suitability: 14yrs+ \nSensitive Content: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes\, Scenes of a Sexual Nature\, More Information \nMore Information: Contains references to violence\, death and bereavement\, plus a brief suggestive undressing moment. No nudity or explicit sexual content. \nTicket Price: £9 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/her-name-2/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:Second Thoughts
DESCRIPTION: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 play\, the story blends humour\, vulnerability\, and reflection as Clement questions the true cost of ambition\, the meaning of home\, and the choices that shape identity. Through moments of honesty and quiet revelation\, he invites the audience into the internal battle between hope and regret\, pride and survival. Second Thoughts is a deeply human exploration of migration\, belonging\, and the universal search for a life that feels truly one’s own. \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/second-thoughts-2/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys\, 60 High Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1DN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261025T150000
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SUMMARY:Create an Expressive Landscape Painting Inspired by Van Gogh and Munch
DESCRIPTION:Explore expressive landscape painting in this hands-on oil painting workshop inspired by the bold colour\, movement and energetic brushwork of early Expressionism. \nLooking at artists including Vincent van Gogh and Edvard Munch\, you’ll discover how colour\, shape and brushwork can transform a landscape and communicate mood and emotion. \nWorking from the view at Firstsite\, you’ll create your own landscape painting from observation\, experimenting with simplified forms\, exaggerated colour and expressive brushwork rather than aiming for a realistic copy. \nWhat to expect \nThe session will begin with a short introduction to Expressionism\, followed by a demonstration showing how to simplify the view\, choose a composition and begin building a painting with oil. \nYou’ll then develop your own landscape with individual guidance throughout. \nYou’ll leave with your own expressive landscape oil painting and greater confidence in using oil paint. \nGood to know \nBasic materials provided. Food and drink is also available for purchase throughout the session from our cafés. \nThis workshop is suitable for ages 16+ and is suitable for beginners as well as those with some experience of oil painting. \nWhat is Expressionism? \nExpressionism is an approach to art that uses colour\, shape\, line and brushwork to communicate emotion and personal response rather than simply showing a subject realistically. \nArtists may exaggerate colours\, simplify forms and use energetic brushstrokes to create a particular mood or feeling. \nIn this workshop\, you’ll explore these ideas through landscape painting\, taking inspiration from artists such as Van Gogh and Munch while developing your own individual style and response. \nAbout your tutor \nDenisa Mansfield is an artist whose work explores expressive colour\, movement\, and emotion through the language of Impressionism and abstraction. \nShe works primarily in oils\, with a focus on how traditional methods can be reinterpreted in contemporary ways. \nHer practice celebrates curiosity\, creative risk-taking\, and the joy of discovery through paint.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/create-an-expressive-landscape-painting-inspired-by-van-gogh-and-munch/
LOCATION:Firstsite\, Lewis Gardens\, Colchester\, CO1 1JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261025T040000
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SUMMARY:Social Saturday
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: £100 \nGet the night started young! \nSecure your entry before 12am! Arrive early\, skip the stress and get ready for a…Read more \nGet the night started young! \nSecure your entry before 12am! Arrive early\, skip the stress and get ready for a huge night! \n  \nLimited availability- once they’re gone\, they’re gone. \nIntroducing the biggest Saturday night in Essex\, Society. Get ready to experience a nightlife revolution like no other as we unveil the Citys most electrifiying detination for music\, dance and unforgettable memories.  \nThe Arena: All things house. Dance & Party! \nBOTANIC: RNB\, HipHop\, Dancehall\, Bashment\, Afrobeats & more \nOpen til 4am. 
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/social-saturday/
LOCATION:Trilogy Colchester\, Trilogy Colchester
CATEGORIES:DJ & Club Events
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SUMMARY:DENTATA
DESCRIPTION:New work from an award-winning idiot. Join Beth Anne (a woman!)\, a middle-aged beauty queen (almost!)\, who has spent her life shape shifting into what she thinks others want\, only to realize she doesn’t know herself at all. \nShe looks for her reflection in Medusa\, the Sirens of The Odyssey\, and the Weird Sisters of Macbeth. These misunderstood women (women!) pull her through the wreckage of her past\, forcing her to confront the stories she’s been told about what it means to be beautiful\, desirable\, good\, and worthy. \nIn a wild\, theatrical unraveling\, Beth Anne is ripped open and reborn as something powerful\, ferocious\, and entirely her own. \nDirected by Jess Lazar (Funny or Die\, Hulu) and co-birthed by SITI Company’s Lucy Smith. Written and starring award-winning Julia VanderVeen. \n****.5 “A genuinely out-of-this-world\, next-level performer…Miss this at your peril.” -The Reviews Hub“Hypnotic trembling rage with a wink. A war cry dressed in a clown’s costume.” – SceneMag UK**** “VanderVeen is simply amazing.” – EatMoreArtVegasShortlisted Cabaret Award Brighton						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Main). \nAge Suitability: 18yrs+ \nSensitive Content: Audience Participation\, Nudity\, Scenes of a Sexual Nature\, Strobe Lighting (Very Quick Strobe)\, Flashing Lights\, Strong Language/Swearing \nTicket Price: £9 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/dentata-3/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261025T040000
DTSTAMP:20260907T033801Z
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SUMMARY:Truth Colchester Sonic Ritual Events
DESCRIPTION:The news you’ve all been waiting for 🖤🩷🖤 Sonic Ritual Events i over Truth Colchester 24th October 9pm – 4am let’s share the heck outta this and make it a night remember It’s not just a night out…. It’s a ritual
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/truth-colchester-sonic-ritual-events-2/
LOCATION:Truth Colchester\, 8 Crouch St\, Colchester\, CO3 3ES\, GB
CATEGORIES:DJ & Club Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T230000
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SUMMARY:STIFF IN THE MORNING
DESCRIPTION:A firm favourite of all our customers\, Stiff in the Morning are a fantastic\, high energy covers band bringing you all the classics you know and love
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/stiff-in-the-morning-4/
LOCATION:CODA \,63\, High Street\, Colchester\, CODA \,63\, High Street\, Colchester
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:STIFF IN THE MORNING
DESCRIPTION:A firm favourite of all our customers\, Stiff in the Morning are a fantastic\, high energy covers band bringing you all the classics you know and love
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/stiff-in-the-morning-3/
LOCATION:CODA \,63\, High Street\, Colchester\, CODA \,63\, High Street\, Colchester
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T213000
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SUMMARY:Are You Lovin’ It?
DESCRIPTION:A global fringe hit Are You Lovin’ It?\, which has won 17 awards in 6 countries\, takes youon a surreal\, hilarious journey through the wild world of WacDonalds. Meet a Japanesebusinessman\, Trump\, and Krazy Kitty in this absurd\, side-splitting comedy you won’twant to miss!This satirical-physical comedy with Japanese game show & anime flavor has beendescribed as Fast-Food Capitalism and is a perfect reflection of the world TODAY. \nThis kooky\, edgy\, cartoon-like show may be the strangest show I’ve ever seen at theFringe. ★★★★★ -Edmonton Journal \nMadcap\, off-beat\, but bitingly savage in its satirical approach\, demonstrating AmericanGlobalization. ★★★★★ -Paul T Davies\, Britishtheatre.com \nThis piece is so uniquely original and the performers so engaging that you probablywon’t see anything else like it. -Gigcity.ca \nJapanese Dadaist clowns -12thnight.ca \nThe savagely surreal satire of Fast. Food Capitalism. -Orlando Weekly \nThe most in-your-face\, Outrageous\, political and subversive show. -Orlando Sentinel						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Main). \nAge Suitability: 12yrs+ \nSensitive Content: Audience Participation \nTicket Price: £13 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/are-you-lovin-it-3/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T213000
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SUMMARY:Zeus Shags Anything – Greek Myths Not For Kids
DESCRIPTION: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 is a deal after all. From the award-winning storyteller Eden\, who brought you the award winning Buckets Of Blood – Fairy Tales Not For Kids\, & Thor’s A Dick – Viking Legends Not For Kids.Audience Participation is a gentle conversation\, no shagging involved.						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Rehearsal Room). \nAge Suitability: 12yrs+ \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/zeus-shags-anything-greek-myths-not-for-kids-4/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261025T010000
DTSTAMP:20260909T115428Z
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SUMMARY:the rhythm loft #3 - closer to the source
DESCRIPTION:…`Soul Imprint` & `Two Left Feet` Promotions presents…. \nthe rhythm loft #3 – closer to the source… \nAutumnal Gathering for ALL `Jazz-Dance` Disciples….Third in the series of `the rhythm loft` sessions & we have another epic & legendary special guest lined up! \nSPECIAL GUEST: PAUL MURPHY – THE `Original` Grandmaster DJ of all things `Jazz-Dance` Alternative & Indie Soul who dominated the underground club scene in Central London since the early 80s. Having passed on his vinyl collection to GP & disappearing for a decade or so\, only to remerge pre-2020s with a brand new worldwide recognised `JAZZ-ROOM RECORDS` dance label offering classical deep & underground `super rare` re-releases & brand `new` NU-Jazz production tracks & special mixes. \nFamous for his `Reel to Reel` performances & still pushing the boundaries of contemporary `Jazz-Dance` NOW with new artists & DJs today. \nAnother once in a lifetime opportunity to see/hear a performance from an `Genre Originator` DJ of historical proportions its absolutely breath taking….In GPs own words `He is the ORIGINAL `Jazz-Dance` Messenger`….2 HOUR SET > don`t miss it!! \nSpecial Support:NICKY B (Crafty Fox Jazz Cafe – IPSWICH) > DJ SET & LIVE PERCUSSION– Chris White & Mick Cooper (Soul by the Sea)– Dave Malone (Feel The Real/Jazz Social/Friday Night Funk) \nDate: SAT. 24th OCT.Venue: THREE WISE MONKEYS – 60 High St\, Colchester\, Essex. CO1 1DN (T: 01206 543014)– TOP FLOOR – 8pm > 1am \nAdvance Tickets:– First Release (Limited Early Bird) – £7.50– Second Release (Standard/Advanced) – £10– Door (On the Night) – £15
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-rhythm-loft-3-closer-to-the-source/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys\, 60 High Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1DN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DJ & Club Events
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SUMMARY:Groove On Up
DESCRIPTION:Groove On Up returns to the Victoria Inn\, with DJs Ben Howard and Dave Mansfield back behind the decks for a night of classic soul\, disco and funk. \nExpect everything from Motown classics and the golden era of disco to funk and soul favourites\, including plenty of tracks you might not have heard for a while. \nStarts at 8pm. Free entry.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/groove-on-up/
LOCATION:Victoria Inn\, 10 North Station Road\, Colchester\, CO1 1RB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DJ & Club Events
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SUMMARY:Groove On Up
DESCRIPTION:The Victoria Inn’s ‘Groove On Up’ \nGet ready for “Groove On Up\,” a night of classic soul\, disco\, and funk! \nDJs Ben Howard and Dave Mansfield\, known for their legendary club nights\, are set to get everyone grooving at the Victoria Inn on Saturday 24th October. \nThey’ll supply you with a mix of timeless tracks\, from Motown classics to the golden era of disco to singalong funk and soul anthems. \nAnd the best part? It’s free entry!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/groove-on-up-2/
LOCATION:Victoria Inn\, 10 North Station Road\, Colchester\, CO1 1RB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DJ & Club Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T223000
DTSTAMP:20260907T033800Z
CREATED:20260616T162400Z
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SUMMARY:Mahler\, Strauss and Wagner
DESCRIPTION:Wagner: Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg\, OvertureStrauss: Four Last Songs \n Soloist: Elinor Rolfe JohnsonMahler: Symphony No. 4 in G major \nConductor: Chris PhelpsLeader: Philippa Barton \nTickets £18 (under 25 free) available from www.colchestersymphonyorchestra.org.uk
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/mahler-strauss-and-wagner/
LOCATION:St Botolph’s Church Colchester\, St Botolph's Church Colchester
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261025T090000
DTSTAMP:20260911T130852Z
CREATED:20260911T033814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T130852Z
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SUMMARY:Knightzzz at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:7 pm on Saturday\, 24 October – 9 am on Sunday\, 25 October 2026 \nEver wondered what Colchester Castle is like after dark? Now’s your chance to find out! Meet the mighty Juliasaurus and join us for a roar‑some dinosaur sleepover inside the castle. Pitch your campsite\, meet our rangers\, uncover hidden areas\, and dive into hands‑on dinosaur activities. Wind down with a cup of hot chocolate before drifting off\, then wake up to a light breakfast to start the day \nThis event is suitable for ages 5+; an adult must accompany all children. \nFor details of where you can sleep and prices\, see our Knightzzz Sleepover Floor Plan. \nFor a schedule of the night\, directions to the museum and answers to many other questions\, see our Frequently Asked Questions. \nSome of our activities may include tours using the stairs. Due to the age of our building\, there are no lifts available to some areas of the castle. If you have any physical accessibility needs\, please contact us on 01206 282939 so we can make suitable adjustments. \nWe cannot allow inflatable mattresses or camping beds of any kind (unless for medical reasons). Attendees have to bring all of their own sleeping equipment. \nFor useful information\, such as how to find us and what facilities Colchester Castle has\, we recommend reading our Access information. \nTickets from £40 per person.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/knightzzz-at-the-museum/
LOCATION:Castle Park\, CO1 1TJ Colchester\, United Kingdom\, Castle Park\, CO1 1TJ Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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SUMMARY:Brandy Bex: Progress In Work
DESCRIPTION:Paging all comedy lovers! Sister Brandy Bex is scrubbing in for three wild nights at Colchester Fringe. Expect riotous tales from the hospital floor – dating doctors\, dodging disaster\, and a generous dose of chaos. Outrageous stories\, parody songs\, and shameless camp spectacle. It’s a cheeky\, over-the-top peek behind the curtain – totally daft\, delightfully unhinged\, and absolutely hilarious. Nursing’s never been so wild! \nPamela Anderson meets Pam Ayres… Brandy Bex is a real NHS hero\, a siren with a sample pot and a most charismatic host for your time on ward one. ★★★★ Reviews Hub \nPlease note: The end time shown is an estimate. Please check with the venue for confirmation.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/brandy-bex-progress-in-work-3/
LOCATION:The Dragonfly Lounge\, The Dragonfly Lounge
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T200000
DTSTAMP:20260923T145613Z
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SUMMARY:Embarrassed Naked Female (this show contains nudity)
DESCRIPTION:“It’s the strangest feeling to be laughing out loud but feeling a burning rage bubbling inside me.” ★★★★ Perth Happenings \nThe most thrilling play you’ll see\, and it’s just a lectern and a slide show. This multi-award-winning lecture-performance takes you on a wild ride as it investigates consent in the digital age with wit\, dark humour and a growing amount of spite. \nIn 2020\, during the Covid lockdown\, just like many artists did at the time\, I made several of my shows temporarily available online. A video of my solo show “The Sensemaker” quickly became highly sought-after in certain corners of the internet – all because of the five minutes of nudity it contains. Years later\, I’m still having to take it down from various adult forums where it keeps resurfacing without my consent. \n“Embarrassed Naked Female (this show contains nudity)” is a lecture-performance built like a forensic thriller: a deep dive into the rabbit hole of internet communities and my bizarre encounters with the men in them. \nThere is power in watching without being seen. I don’t think they expected me to watch them back… \n★★★★★ “One of the funniest shows I’ve ever seen” FringeFeed \n★★★★★ “Intelligence\, wit\, and immaculate poise in equal measure.” FringeReview \n★★★★★ “It doesn’t matter who you are\, you need to see this show” Upside Adelaide \n★★★★½ “As informative as a TED Talk\, playing like a thrilling game of cat and mouse” Winnipeg Free Press \n★★★★½ “I applaud anyone who can take dark and disturbing material and craft it into a witty and comical story.” Fourth Wall Media \nWinner – Outstanding Production\, On The Edge Fringe 2026\nWinner – Outstanding Performer\, Dunedin Fringe 2026\nWinner – Weekly Award for Theatre\, FRINGE WORLD Perth 2026\nWinner – Virtuoso Award\, Stockholm Fringe 2025\nWinner – Hot Potato Award\, Gothenburg Fringe 2025\nNominated – Best in Fringe\, New Zealand Fringe 2026\nNominated – Theatre Award & Beyond Words Award\, Dunedin Fringe 2026 \nConcept and writing: Elsa Couvreur
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/embarrassed-naked-female-this-show-contains-nudity/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys\, 60 High Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1DN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Performance
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SUMMARY:One Man King Arthur
DESCRIPTION:A old legend as never before seen in this outlandishly entertaining one man epic. The lone performer creates sound\, stage\, set\, props\, lights and characters to breath new life into the Arthurian tales. Created by the team behind the off-broadway 5-star hit BEOWULF! \nKing Arthur\, Merlin\, Lancelot & Guinevere. Many tales\, adventures & sagas. One man to tell them all. Autojeu Theatre\, with their signature brand of physically comic storytelling\, bring the Legend of King Arthur as you have never seen it before. A young boy navigates his destiny in uniting a divided Britannia with honesty\, honour and integrity. Supported by his faithful knights and moral compass Merlin. \nAsk ev’ry person if he’s heard the story; And tell it strong and clear if he has not. That once there was a fleeting wisp of glory called Camelot. \nSelected show reviews: \n“This performer knows his craft\, as with a battalion of varying voices\, minimal nuances\, gentle gestures or enormous sweeps of his arms he createscharacters who carry his spell bound audience effortlessly\, and always with humour\, through a story that will never die: the tale of the first King ofBritain\, his fight for justice and the search for the Holy Grail.”FRINGE BUZZ: North Devon \n“a retelling of the Arthurian legends\, bringing the old tales to live in a physical performance truly enjoyable for all ages”FRINGE BUZZ: North Devon \nSelected reviews from previous Autojeu Shows: \n“Pythonesque in their approach\, mercurial in their depictions\, irreverent in their storytelling\, skilled in their craft”BEOWULF – FRONT ROW CENTRE: New York \n“… the energy is turbo powered throughout… This show has all the ingredients to bring the house down.”AESOPS FABLES – FRINGEREVIEW.CO.UK: Barnstaple \n“…despite some dazzling other shows at Prague Fringe this year\, this is easily one of the best.”BEOWULF – PRAGUE POST: Prague \n“a circus of caricatures and buffoonery executed with a captivating blend of mime and deft physical prowess. “How To Cl						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Rehearsal Room). \nAge Suitability: 8yrs+ \nSensitive Content: None\, 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/one-man-king-arthur-3/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:Progress In Work
DESCRIPTION:Paging all comedy lovers! Sister Brandy Bex is scrubbing in for three wild nights at Colchester Fringe. Expect riotous tales from the hospital floor – dating doctors\, dodging disaster\, and a generous dose of chaos. Outrageous stories\, parody songs\, and shameless camp spectacle. It’s a cheeky\, over-the-top peek behind the curtain – totally daft\, delightfully unhinged\, and absolutely hilarious. Nursing’s never been so wild!  \nPamela Anderson meets Pam Ayres… Brandy Bex is a real NHS hero\, a siren with a sample pot and a most charismatic host for your time on ward one. ★★★★ Reviews Hub						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: The Dragonfly Lounge. \nAge Suitability: 18yrs+ \nSensitive Content: Audience Participation \nTicket Price: £9 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/progress-in-work/
LOCATION:The Dragonfly Lounge\, The Dragonfly Lounge
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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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-5/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:Josephine
DESCRIPTION:Before Ella\, Tina\, Billie\, or Beyoncé – there was JOSEPHINE \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.  \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“Tymisha Harris is a tour de force!” ★★★★★ – 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” ★★★★★ -Adelaide Advertiser \n“a triumphant homage to a life worth remembering” ★★★★★ -CBC						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Colchester Arts Centre. \nAge Suitability: 16yrs + \nSensitive Content: Audience Participation\, Nudity\, Strong Language/Swearing \nTicket Price: £13 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/josephine/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:The Bardtender
DESCRIPTION:Chris Sainton-Clark is the Bardtender. Join him for an hour of witty\, highly lyrical comedy observational tales of bar work\, british pub culture and beyond. Since embarking on his journey as a storyteller\, Chris has played Glastonbury Festival\, won 12 theatre awards\, and sold out his Pub Tales tour in New Zealand. He blends comedy\, rhythmic guitar patterns and spoken word together to create a truly unique sound\, that draws on something entirely relatable to anyone who’s ever stepped foot in a pub. \nFIVE STARS – ‘Chris’ performance style is electric—he’s a natural storyteller who knows exactly how to work a room\, building energy and anticipation before delivering perfectly timed punchlines.’ – Colchester Gazette						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Coda. \nAge Suitability: 14yrs+ \nSensitive Content: Strong Language/Swearing \nTicket Price: £13 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-bardtender-4/
LOCATION:CODA \,63\, High Street\, Colchester\, CODA \,63\, High Street\, Colchester
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:if not this then that
DESCRIPTION:“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.” \n“Does this sound familiar?Good.Because we have been here before.” \nFrom experimental theatre-maker Harry Walker\, Wild Guess presents ‘if not this then that’\, a play performed entirely by the audience. No performers. Just you\, a screen and a story we tell together. You’ll draw maps\, read scenes into microphones and build the meaning of the show collectively. It’s about agency\, control and the colonial origins of modern computing technology. \nPresented at Camden People’s Theatre\, FUSE International and fresh from Istanbul Fringe\, ‘if not this then that’ is a play about us and how we got here.						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Main). \nAge Suitability: 14yrs+ \nSensitive Content: Audience Participation\, Audience required to walk or move around during the performance\, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes\, Strong Language/Swearing \nTicket Price: £9 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/if-not-this-then-that/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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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-2/
LOCATION:The Dragonfly Lounge\, The Dragonfly Lounge
CATEGORIES:Performance
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SUMMARY:SEVEN and a half YEARS
DESCRIPTION:We may fall… but can we rise?” \nFrom international acclaim to near-total isolation\, this 5-star\,\naward-winning solo show is a deeply moving\, autobiographical journey of\nsurvival and creative rebirth. Written and performed by world-class\ncomposer and songwriter Mark Glentworth (celebrated collaborator of Steven\nBerkoff)\, the production chronicles a sudden\, devastating breakdown that\nleft him mute and trapped in a world of silence for seven and a half years. \nTold through a powerful blend of gripping monologue and sophisticated\,\nsoul-stirring live music reminiscent of Elton John and Billy Joel\, this is\nan intimate window into male mental health\, resilience\, and the ultimate\ntriumph of the human spirit. Stripped-back\, raw\, and surprisingly\nuplifting\, it is a masterclass in storytelling that will hook you within\nminutes. \nWitness a remarkable true story about the healing power of music\nand a profound reminder that it is never too late to begin again. \n“A quietly powerful\, musically beautiful and deeply human piece of\ntheatre.” ★★★★★ \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/seven-and-a-half-years-2/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys\, 60 High Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1DN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Performance
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SUMMARY:PIANO SMASHERS
DESCRIPTION:PIANO SMASHERS by Rob Thompson and Rupert Page. \n“…among the thousands of shows\, there are superb ones … Piano Smashers is one such show.”Edinburgh Reporter. August 2024. \nPiano Smashers\, a powerful solo play about an unwanted inheritance.In Piano Smashers a mother bequeaths her piano to her children in a will but they really do not want it and all that it represents to them. \nPiano Smashers is a response to the appalling legacy of our environment\, global economics and political culture that our children’s generation will inherit. \n“… And they agree\, like all of us\, to simply accept to receive the past.” \nInspired by the plays of Tim Crouch and the theories of Peter Brook and Bertolt Brecht\, Piano Smashersdebuted at Brighton Fringe in 2024 and then Ventnor and PBH Free fringes in the same year.Nominated for Best Performance at The Actors in Brighton\, Piano Smashers went on to play at The Cockpit Theatre in London in August 2024 and again in January 2025. Followed by successful runs at Edinburgh Fringe in 2025 and Prague Fringe in 2026. Plus performances at Pianodrome in Edinburgh in December 2025. \n4* Reviews; Binge Fringe\, Edinburgh Reporter and The Herald.						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Rehearsal Room). \nAge Suitability: 12yrs+ \nSensitive Content: Audience Participation\, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes\, Scenes of Violence\, 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/piano-smashers/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:Turing’s Law
DESCRIPTION:In the 1950s\, gay men travelled to liberal European cities in search of freedoms that were denied to them at home. Places where they could explore their sexuality\, find companionship and immerse themselves in homosocial worlds beyond the reach of British convention.Alan Turing was one of those men.Quietly rebellious and ahead of his time\, Turing was a man who mathematically questioned the laws of nature while his own nature was criminalised. Gay\, sexually curious\, hungry for connection and unafraid to demand that the people around him accept him for who he was. He wanted sex\, he wanted love\, and\, beneath it all\, he longed for a permanent relationship.Turing’s Law shines a light on the Turing history has hidden in the shadows.This is the story of two men spending an afternoon together in Greece. An encounter that becomes both sexual and intellectual and exposes attitudes that challenge the conventions of their time.Alan is messy\, unpredictable\, charming\, bold\, funny\, opinionated and provocative. He is not the stuttering\, isolated mathematical stereotype who avoided human contact in favour of machines. Nor is he simply the polished wartime hero immortalised on the £50 note.He is a real man: gay\, complicated\, contradictory and fiercely himself. The man who would become a national hero.In a villa in Greece\, Alan spends an afternoon with ‘Man’. Unable to reveal the classified knowledge of what he built during the war\, he is forced to navigate a growing dissonance between what he knows and what he can say.For a man who spent his life questioning rules\, challenging authority and refusing to accept easy answers\, Alan now finds himself caught on the horns of a dilemma.What can he reveal? What must remain hidden? And what happens when the private man behind the national hero is finally given a voice?Turing’s Law is the unspoken history of a national hero and an invitation to meet the man history has hidden.						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Headgate Theatre (Main). \nAge Suitability: 16yrs + \nSensitive Content: Scenes of a Sexual Nature\, Strong Language/Swearing \nTicket Price: £13 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/turings-law-2/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, 14 Chapel Street North\, Colchester\, CO2 7AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:The Toilet Monologues – Number Two
DESCRIPTION:From the writer and producers of last year’s sell-out show\, Wonky Hearts Collective present a brand new collection of monologues \nFour new women. Four new toilets. Four new stories. In the most private of public spaces the masks drop and from behind the cubicle doors the women reveal their innermost thoughts. \nOnce again\, the stories will be bold\, tender and unflinching\, exploring challenging themes with warmth\, wit and humour. \nThis is theatre that isn’t afraid to get messy\, funny\, awkward and real. Just like life. \nWinner of ‘Spirit of the Fringe Award’ 2025 \nPlease note: The end time shown is an estimate. Please check with the venue for confirmation.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-toilet-monologues-number-two-2/
LOCATION:The Dragonfly Lounge\, The Dragonfly Lounge
CATEGORIES:Performance
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SUMMARY:Miss Ann Thropp Presents: A Funeral For Musical Theatre
DESCRIPTION:In her debut show Miss Ann Thropp guides you through just some of the many causes of the death of originality within the musical theatre. Taking songs from a range of musical theatre shows she presents live vocals combined with critiques of various issues within the Musical Theatre Industry.						 \nColchester Fringe Festival. Performance venue: Coda. \nAge Suitability: 12yrs+ \nSensitive Content: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes \nTicket Price: £9 \nBooking information.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/miss-ann-thropp-presents-a-funeral-for-musical-theatre/
LOCATION:CODA \,63\, High Street\, Colchester\, CODA \,63\, High Street\, Colchester
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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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-3/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys\, 60 High Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1DN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Performance
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