A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Sun MachineBalken HillBeth WhiteStu E Skinner (Hosting)Event Info:A weekly event featuring 3 to 5 acts performing live acoustic sets between 3-5:30pm.Hot & cold beverages served from 2:30pm onwards.This is a family friendly event so younglings are welcome providing they're properly managed.Mics, pa and backline are provided but performers are welcome to [...]

Dance for a Cause: Neon Dance Party Through the DecadesJoin us for an unforgettable evening of Gen X and Millennial nostalgia as we raise funds to rebuild Rollerworld and restore this much-loved community space in Colchester for families to enjoy.This family-friendly neon dance party is open to all ages 7 and up. Under 18s must [...]

Following sell-out shows nationwide, the UK’s top true crime theatre tour is back with a brand new lineup!Featuring Senior Investigating officer Colin Sutton, who caught serial killer Levi Bellfield and ‘Night Stalker’ Delroy Grant.In this all-new show, Colin; who the ITV drama series 'Manhunt,' played by Martin Clunes, is based on, will talk you through [...]

Tickets £21.50Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pmThis show is for a seated audienceThe irrepressible Lucy Porter bounces back into action with a show all about regrets. Frank Sinatra had too few to mention, but Lucy’s got hundreds, and she’s prepared to go into graphic detail about all of them. Disastrous dates, professional calamities, ruined friendships [...]

Join us for a captivating night of enchanting melodies and soulful performances with Al Morris: An Evening of Sublime Music," taking place on 9th November 2024 at 7:30 PM. Experience the magic as Al Morris takes the stage, showcasing his unique sound and musical artistry. This special event will feature support from the talented Porteous,Don’t [...]

Terrorpins are a supergroup featuring past members of Bootscraper, Roughneck Riot, and Wonk Unit, playing fast folk infused punk!Haest are masters of doom/punk/hardcore from the lovely seaside town of Hastings!Raw Poo are purveyors of raw punk from the arse end of England!

Stiff in the morning live at the kings arms frating music starts 9pm FREE ENTRY

Includes all materials, tools, hot beverages and sweet treats.Join me at The Minories for a creative morning where you will design and make two sets of beautiful handmade and wearable polymer clay earrings.Make them for yourself or as a gift!You don’t need any previous experience; just a good dash of enthusiasm and a love of [...]

In Mexico, the Day of the Death is a big holiday of colour to celebrate life and remember those who have passed to the afterlife.It is originally an Aztec tradition that has moulded through the years. In this Dance Workshop, we have added an additional activity of craft making to allow the opportunity to learn [...]

Tickets £3Doors open 12pm, session starts 12 12:30pmThis show is for a seated audience.The bar will be open throughout.The session will be curated by Neil Turnbull.The album playback will be followed by a Q&A session.After a short break, we'll follow the album with our usual ‘Dead Wax’ session.Bring along a vinyl disc of your choice [...]

Join us for an afternoon of incredible live music at the OMB Acoustic Showcase! Starting at 1pm, immerse yourself in a vibrant array of acoustic performances by talented local artists.Performers:Matt CalderbankStu E SkinnerTom PeplowTime: Music begins at 1pmHost: Sam YoungCome and enjoy a relaxing Sunday filled with soulful tunes and great company. Don't miss this [...]

Showing at Firstsite Cinema - Exhibition on Screen: Van Gogh: Poets & Lovers (cert TBC)!200 years after its opening and a century after acquiring its first Van Gogh works, the National Gallery is hosting the UK’s biggest ever Van Gogh exhibition – Van Gogh: Poets & Lovers.Van Gogh is not only one of the most [...]