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SUMMARY:John Robertson: Excitable Boy!
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £19.50\nDoors 7.30pm\, show 8pm\nThis show is for a seated audience\nAge Guidance: 18+\n\nExpect trademark wildness from the creator of legendary improv game show The Dark Room (British Comedy Guide’s Best-Reviewed Comedy Edinburgh Fringe 2025.) Nominated: Best International Act New Zealand Comedy Festival 2025. Check viral clips on Insta: @Mr_Dark_Room\, TikTok: @RobbotronTwitch\, YouTube: @Robbotron\n\n\nThe UK’s most manic comic! Life-affirming\, high-octane improv filth! ★★★★ \n“a force of nature” Daily Telegraph ★★★★ \n“secure tickets now before some Taskmaster-type programme claims him for mainstream fame and his star becomes unreachable” ReviewsHub 
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/john-robertson-excitable-boy/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270312T130000
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SUMMARY:The Hideout
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-hideout/
LOCATION:Mercury Theatre\, Balkerne Gate\, Colchester\, CO1 1PT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270313T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270313T170000
DTSTAMP:20260921T170351Z
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SUMMARY:Monoprint Day: Texture\, Gesture & Etching Press
DESCRIPTION:Discover the expressive world of monoprinting in this hands-on creative session exploring texture\, movement and abstraction through drawing and printmaking techniques. \nGuided by music-led exercises and intuitive mark-making\, you’ll experiment with textured surfaces\, abstract composition\, and monoprint processes using an etching press before creating a large-scale A2 artwork. \nLeave with expressive prints\, layered artwork\, and new techniques to continue exploring at home. \nSuitable for beginners and creatively curious participants aged 14+. \nFood and drink is also available for purchase throughout the session from our cafes. \nWhat is Monoprinting?  \nMonoprinting is a form of printmaking that produces unique\, one-off prints rather than repeat editions. \nOften combining drawing\, texture and layered ink techniques\, monoprinting is known for its spontaneous and expressive qualities\, making it ideal for abstract and experimental artwork. \nAbout your tutor  \nMel Perkins graduated with a Fine Arts degree from Derby University in 2019. Based in Suffolk as an artist at Old Jet\, Mel is developing her multidisciplinary practice\, focusing mainly on photography\, painting and sculpture.  \nDescribing making art as a ‘bodily and intrinsic process’\, Mel works instinctively. Materiality is as fundamental to her practice as theme and subject matter\, and she explores each in depth.  \nWhen work becomes too ‘ordered’\, she intentionally seeks chaos again. This playful experimental approach runs throughout Mel’s work\, as she combines hard and soft\, and different scales and modes of presentation. \nThere is a questioning of two and three dimensions and the potential between them.  \nSometimes she also adds handwritten notes and musings\, in order to bring an aspect of humanity back into her works.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/monoprint-day-texture-gesture-etching-press/
LOCATION:Firstsite\, Lewis Gardens\, Colchester\, CO1 1JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270313T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270313T193000
DTSTAMP:20261005T141736Z
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SUMMARY:THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC: The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA
DESCRIPTION:THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC: The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA \nCalling all Dancing Queens\, this is your night to say\, Thank you for the Music! \nThis international smash-hit tribute show brings all ABBA’s number one hits to the stage in a production like no other. The hugely popular show\, now in its 22nd year\, combines the unmistakable harmonies\, colourful costumes\, and dazzling performances by our all-star cast. \nJoin us for the party of the year\, you can dance\, you can jive\, and have the time of your life as we bring you all the hits\, including Waterloo\, Dancing Queen\, Super Trouper\, Mamma Mia\, Knowing Me\, Knowing You\, Gimme\, Gimme\, Gimme\, The Winner Takes It All and many many more! \nThank you for the Music! For without a song or a dance what are we! Touring the nation. Tickets on sale now! \nThis is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows. \nPromoter reserves the right to alter the programme. \nDoors: 6.30pm Show start: 7.30pm Approx. finish: 22.00pm \nUniversal
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/thank-you-for-the-music-the-ultimate-tribute-to-abba/
LOCATION:Charter Hall\, Charter Hall
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260917T083604Z
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SUMMARY:Chai Lates
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £5\nDoors 7.30pm\, show 8pm\nThis show is for a seated audience\n\nChai Lates\nA masala blend like no other; Chai Lates is a series of 4 unforgettable cabaret-style evenings\, packed with performances which will leave you craving another cup. Line-ups TBC – watch this space!\n\nChai Mixers\nChai Mixers is a strong\, spicy brew of performance\, creative and conversational events. In partnership with Indian dancer and multi-disciplinary artist Jaymini Bedia\, and supported by Essex County Council's Art and Cultural Fund\, this project will deliver a series of informative talks\, creative workshops and cabaret-style evenings which challenge exclusion\, break down cultural stereotypes\, nurture skills and bring joy. Importantly\, Chai Mixers has cultural unity and respect at its heart.\n\n\nWhy Chai? The national drink of both England and India is Chai (tea). It is also a symbol of identity and cultural unity across all walks of life. Drinking chai is synonymous with comforting people\, building relationships and opening conversations. This project is a joyful journey to facilitate dialogues of challenging topics\, share skills across generations and support community cohesion.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/chai-lates-4/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Variety
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270316T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270320T215500
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SUMMARY:The Mousetrap
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URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-mousetrap/
LOCATION:Mercury Theatre\, Balkerne Gate\, Colchester\, CO1 1PT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:Chloe Petts ‘Call Me by My Surname’
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £21.50\nDoors 7.30pm\, show 8pm\nThis show is for a seated audience\n\nChloe Petts\, breakout star of Taskmaster S22 (Ch4) and "one of the most compelling young comics" (The Guardian)\, returns with a new stand-up hour of trademark critically-acclaimed cerebral laddishness. After four successful smash-hit tours\, show number five examines Petts’ newfound identity as a Passenger Princess\, a tricksy snake called Medusa\, and the trials and tribulations of being the only sober one at a Pitbull concert. It's Petts' most honest show yet. \n\nOn television and radio\, Petts has also appeared on Have I Got News For You (BBC\n1)\, Live at the Apollo (BBC2)\, Bake Off: An Extra Slice (Channel 4) and has been a regular host on Sky Sports News. In terms of podcasts\, Petts has appeared on Off Menu with (Ed Gamble and James Acaster)\, Shagged. Married. Annoyed. (Chris & Rosie Ramsey)\, Films to Buried With (Brett Goldstein) and co-hosted The Guilty Feminist alongside Deborah Frances-White.\n\n"one of the most accomplished stand-ups working in the UK today"\nThe Scotsman★★★★ \n\n"When it comes to comedy Petts is very much Premier League."\nEvening Standard ★★★★\n\n"[Petts] holds the audience with inventive authority throughout"\nThe Times ★★★★ \n\n"hilarious… this is certainly comedy that packs a punch."\nTheI ★★★★★ \n\n"it's a hoot"\nTime Out ★★★★ \n\n"has the audience in stitches"\nMetro ★★★★ \n\n"Petts is thriving as a front-foot stand-up"\nChortle ★★★★
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/chloe-petts-call-me-by-my-surname/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270319T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270319T214500
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SUMMARY:LOVEDALE
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URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/lovedale/
LOCATION:Mercury Theatre\, Balkerne Gate\, Colchester\, CO1 1PT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270319T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270319T220000
DTSTAMP:20260917T083603Z
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SUMMARY:Flat & The Curves: Rosé Tinted
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £24.50\nDoors 7.30pm\, show 8pm\nThis show is for a seated audience\n\n\nAward-winning comedy girl band Flat & the Curves return with their well-aged cabaret\, Rosé Tinted! \nJoin the vocal powerhouses as they piece together bygone years of revelry\, from knee-defying slut-drops to toe-curling one-night stands. \nThrough original music\, the comedy girlband pays homage to friendships forged through grape-fuelled revelry. Expect a raucous look at life's disasters and absurdities\, delivered with a cheeky wink and ferocious vocals. \nWith critical acclaim from The Scotsman\, Sunday Express\, BroadwayWorld and many more\, book now for an unforgettable night of wine-soaked wisdom and glorious fun!\n"THE MOST DYNAMIC GIRL-BAND TO HIT THE CIRCUIT FOR 40-YEARS" Sunday Express \n"ELECTRIFYING…OUTSTANDING…POWERHOUSE CABARET!" The Scotsman
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/flat-the-curves-rose-tinted/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270320T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270320T220000
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SUMMARY:The Style Councillors 'Café Bleu' Tour
DESCRIPTION:THE STYLE COUNCILLORS‘Café Bleu’ Tour \nThe seminal debut album recreated live by the world’s only tribute to The Style Council. \nThe Style Councillors will be recreating the seminal debut LP by The Style Council\, ‘Café Bleu’\, along with all of the hits and classics in the finest celebration of Paul Weller’s 1980’s group where some of his best songs were recorded. \nAfter the dissolution of The Jam in 1982\, Paul Weller joined forces with Mick Talbot\, formerly of The Merton Parkas\, Dexys Midnight Runners and The Bureau\, to form The Style Council. The band released a string of successful singles between 1983-1989 such as Speak Like a Child\, Money-Go-Round\, Long Hot Summer\, My Ever Changing Moods\, You’re The Best Thing\, Shout To The Top\, Walls Come Tumbling Down\, A Solid Bond In Your Heart\, Come To Milton Keynes\, The Lodgers\, Why I Went Missing\, and more. \nThe Style Councillors are a 9-piece band who were formed in 2013 by Darren Fletcher. Having quickly built a hugely loyal fanbase The Style Councillors are in big demand on the live circuit for fans of Paul Weller and The Style Council. \nAn AGMP Concerts presentation.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-the-style-councillors-cafe-bleu-tour/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270320T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270320T193000
DTSTAMP:20261005T141736Z
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SUMMARY:Ella Langley Tribute Tour: Colchester
DESCRIPTION:The World’s Best Ella Langley Tribute is coming to Colchester! One night. One voice. One incredible band. \n🤠🎶 The World’s Best Ella Langley Tribute is coming to Colchester! 🎶🤠 \nJoin us for a night of live country hits and Southern twang as we perform the biggest tracks from Texas to your hometown! \nOne night. One voice. One incredible band.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/ella-langley-tribute-tour-colchester/
LOCATION:Charter Hall\, Charter Hall
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270325T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270325T214000
DTSTAMP:20260920T164545Z
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SUMMARY:The Best of Frankie Valli - Starring Matt Terry
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URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-best-of-frankie-valli-starring-matt-terry/
LOCATION:Mercury Theatre\, Balkerne Gate\, Colchester\, CO1 1PT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270325T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270325T220000
DTSTAMP:20260924T101411Z
CREATED:20260924T101411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T101411Z
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SUMMARY:Tape Face: 20
DESCRIPTION:Tickets on sale at 10am\, Friday 25th September\n\nTickets £26.50\nDoors 7.30pm\, Show 8pm\nThis show is for a seated audience\nAge Guidance 8+\n\nLee Martin for Gag Reflex Presents… \nTAPE FACE: 20 \n\nCelebrating over 20 years of TAPE FACE\, he is back on tour in the UK for the first time since 2019. \n\nMime with noise\, stand-up with no talking – drama with no acting. \n\nLas Vegas headliner TAPE FACE has become a global sensation.  See the critically award-winning show that started it all back at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.\nPhysical comedy\, mime\, and silent stand-up collide in an unforgettable performance that will leave you laughing\, gasping\, and lost for words. TAPE FACE has to be seen to be believed. \n\n‘sublime physical lunacy…fight for a ticket’ Time Out ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ \n‘a delight from start to finish ‘ The Scotsman ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/tape-face-20/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:Paul Smith: Happy – 26th March 2027
DESCRIPTION:Paul Smith: Happy \nAttention comedy fans worldwide! \nPaul Smith is hitting the road again with his brand-new tour HAPPY and this is the biggest\, boldest show of his career. \nFollowing sold-out runs and viral success across the globe\, HAPPY takes Paul’s trademark crowd work\, razor-sharp observations\, and laugh-out-loud true stories to an entirely new level. This is stand-up at full throttle: fast\, fearless\, and relentlessly funny. \nPacked with outrageous audience interaction and stories pulled straight from real life\, HAPPY is a show about finding joy in the chaos\, laughter in the everyday\, and comedy in absolutely everything. Expect jaw-aching laughs from the first minute to the last. \nThis is Paul Smith’s biggest tour ever\, spanning the UK\, Ireland\, Europe\, North America\, Australia and New Zealand and tickets will go fast. \nIf you like your comedy raw\, real\, and uncontrollably funny… \nHAPPY is the show you don’t want to miss. \n6:30pm – Doors open \n7:30pm – Start \n9:45pm – Finish
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/paul-smith-happy-26th-march-2027/
LOCATION:Charter Hall\, Charter Hall
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270326T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270326T220000
DTSTAMP:20260917T083604Z
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SUMMARY:Rachel Parris - The Rachel Parris Songbook
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £22.50\nDoors 7.30pm\, show 8pm\nThis show is for a seated audience\nAge Guidance 16+\n\nThe BAFTA-nominated comedian is back on the road\, bringing some of her favourite songs from the last fifteen years of her comedy career\, alongside brand new standup.\n\nWhether you are a Speedy Boarder\, a Girl With A Diamond Finger\, a Gym go-er\, or part of a Hen Doo On A Train\, there is Something Profound for you in this Amazing show.\n\n*Come ready to sing along. A Capella may be included.\n\nRachel Parris is best known for The Mash Report\, and has appeared on Have I Got News For You\, Mock The Week\, Q.I\, Would I Lie To You and Live at The Apollo. She is a regular on Radio 4's Just A Minute and I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue and she is also a cast-member and founder of award-winning improv show Austentatious.\n\n“This is classy\, clever comedy – uproarious” The Scotsman\n“tears of laughter…endearingly frank and funny”  The Guardian
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/rachel-parris-the-rachel-parris-songbook/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270327T150000
DTSTAMP:20260921T170657Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Impressions: Paint a Colourful Still Life Inspired by Impressionism
DESCRIPTION:Turn a colourful arrangement of sweets into an expressive oil painting in this hands-on workshop inspired by the ideas and techniques of Impressionism. \nWorking from a specially arranged still life of colourful sweets\, you’ll paint directly from observation while exploring how light\, colour and brushwork can bring everyday objects to life. \nLook closely at bright wrappers\, shiny surfaces\, reflections and highlights\, then experiment with visible brushstrokes and touches of colour to create a lively painting without focusing on fine detail or photographic realism. \nWhat to expect \nThe session will begin with a short introduction to Impressionism\, followed by a demonstration showing how to choose a composition\, simplify the arrangement and begin building the painting through shapes and areas of colour. \nYou’ll then create your own sweet still life in oils\, with individual guidance throughout. \nYou’ll leave with your own colourful Impressionist-inspired oil painting and a deeper understanding of how colour\, light and expressive brushwork can transform an everyday subject. \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 Impressionism? \nImpressionism is an approach to painting that focuses on capturing light\, colour and atmosphere rather than creating a perfectly detailed or realistic image. \nImpressionist artists often used visible brushstrokes and placed touches of colour next to each other rather than blending everything smoothly. \nIn this workshop\, you’ll explore these ideas through a still life of sweets\, looking at how reflections\, highlights and changing colours can be captured with expressive marks. \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. Her practice celebrates curiosity\, creative risk-taking\, and the joy of discovery through paint.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/sweet-impressions-paint-a-colourful-still-life-inspired-by-impressionism/
LOCATION:Firstsite\, Lewis Gardens\, Colchester\, CO1 1JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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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/
LOCATION:Red Lion Books\, 25 High Street\, Colchester
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270327T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270327T193000
DTSTAMP:20261005T141736Z
CREATED:20261005T141736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T141736Z
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SUMMARY:Paul Smith: Happy – 27th March 2027
DESCRIPTION:Paul Smith: Happy \nAttention comedy fans worldwide! \nPaul Smith is hitting the road again with his brand-new tour HAPPY and this is the biggest\, boldest show of his career. \nFollowing sold-out runs and viral success across the globe\, HAPPY takes Paul’s trademark crowd work\, razor-sharp observations\, and laugh-out-loud true stories to an entirely new level. This is stand-up at full throttle: fast\, fearless\, and relentlessly funny. \nPacked with outrageous audience interaction and stories pulled straight from real life\, HAPPY is a show about finding joy in the chaos\, laughter in the everyday\, and comedy in absolutely everything. Expect jaw-aching laughs from the first minute to the last. \nThis is Paul Smith’s biggest tour ever\, spanning the UK\, Ireland\, Europe\, North America\, Australia and New Zealand and tickets will go fast. \nIf you like your comedy raw\, real\, and uncontrollably funny… \nHAPPY is the show you don’t want to miss. \n6:30pm – Doors \n7:30pm – Start \n9.45pm – Ends \n16+ at parental discretion
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/paul-smith-happy-27th-march-2027/
LOCATION:Charter Hall\, Charter Hall
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270328T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270328T193000
DTSTAMP:20261005T141735Z
CREATED:20261005T141735Z
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UID:135012-1806262200-1806262200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:THE MAGIC OF THE BEATLES
DESCRIPTION:Come together\, right now – it’s time to shake it up baby with the concert show of the year. \nThe sensational The Magic of the Beatles features an incredible cast that not only look and sound like John\, Paul\, George\, and Ringo\, they also generate that same\, famed incredible excitement that was the trademark of the greatest group the world has ever seen – with the Fab Four’s unique sense of humour thrown in for good measure too. \nEnjoy She Loves You\, A Hard Day’s Night\, Help!\, I Feel Fine\, Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band\, Hey Jude\, Here Comes the Sun\, Get Back and so many more non-stop chart toppers. Concertgoers are invited to join a magical musical tour that takes you back to the golden era of pop music – featuring hit after hit after hit! \nPlaying to ecstatic sell-out audiences all over the world – and now touring the nation\, The Magic of the Beatles is all you need for an unforgettable night of crowd-pleasing\, million-selling\, solid-gold musical memories. So\, let it be and get your tickets now! \n“An outstanding tribute to one of the greatest bands in musical history. If you’re a fan of The Beatles\, or just love great rock and roll music\, this show is not to be missed” – NottinghamLive.co.uk  \nThis is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows. Promoter reserves the right to alter the programme.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-magic-of-the-beatles/
LOCATION:Charter Hall\, Charter Hall
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270401T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260911T102040Z
CREATED:20260911T033845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T102040Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursdays: Relaxed Opening
DESCRIPTION:As part of the First Thursdays Festival\, join us at Colchester Castle for a special session designed for visitors with autism or other sensory sensitivities.We turn off sounds and visual displays to reduce sensory stimulation\, so you can enjoy the museum in a more calm and relaxed atmosphere. \nIn the Chapel\, we have a quiet area with sensory toys and items\, clearly marked as a peaceful space. Visitors can use this area however they feel comfortable\, and it’s a supportive\, judgment-free environment. \nYou can also get free ear defenders\, visual guides\, and twiddlemuffs at the museum’s reception. \nSuitable for ages 4+. \nFor helpful information\, such as how to find us and what facilities Colchester Castle has\, we recommend reading our Access information: Access at the Castle \nFor more information about the First Thursdays Festival\, visit the Creative Colchester Website. \nThis event is included as part of Castle admission. Admission tickets can be purchased online or on the day. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2763344177379346/?event_time_id=2763344194046011
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/first-thursdays-relaxed-opening-10/
LOCATION:Castle Park\, CO1 1TJ Colchester\, United Kingdom\, Castle Park\, CO1 1TJ Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Museums":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270403T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270403T193000
DTSTAMP:20261005T141735Z
CREATED:20261005T141735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T141735Z
UID:135014-1806780600-1806780600@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Adam Kay: This Is Going To Hurt
DESCRIPTION:BAFTA-winning comedian Adam Kay celebrates a decade of his global smash This is Going to Hurt\, with an all-new live tour featuring the most hilarious (and heartbreaking) entries from his diaries as a junior doctor. Expect a mix of all-time favourites alongside some never told-before stories\, followed by a Q&A as Adam reflects on how the NHS has changed in the ten years since his diaries first stuck an index finger inside it. This time it’s really going to hurt. \nNow watched live by 350\,000 people worldwide. \n“Intersperses horror stories from the NHS frontline with a catalogue of sublimely silly songs\, and some blissfully brilliant wordplay” ★★★★★ Mail on Sunday \n“Hilarious and heartbreaking” Charlie Brooker \n“Electrifying” Guardian
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/adam-kay-this-is-going-to-hurt/
LOCATION:Charter Hall\, Charter Hall
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270404T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260911T131327Z
CREATED:20260911T033846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T131327Z
UID:132838-1806850800-1806858000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Calm at the Castle
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the first Sunday of every month from 3 PM to 5 PM for a quieter experience at Colchester Castle. \nThese sessions are designed for anyone who would benefit from a calmer environment\, including visitors with autism or sensory sensitivities. During this time\, we reduce sensory stimulation by turning off sounds and visual displays\, and a dedicated sensory space is available away from the main galleries. \nEar defenders\, visual guides\, and twiddlemuffs are available free of charge at the museum’s reception. \nFor more information about accessibility and our sensory-friendly resources\, visit our Access page. \nThis event is included as part of Castle admission. There is no need to book; just purchase general admission tickets to the Castle\, or consider a Museums Pass to enjoy unlimited visits during the year! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1504577754545378/?event_time_id=1504577767878710
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/calm-at-the-castle-14/
LOCATION:Castle Park\, CO1 1TJ Colchester\, United Kingdom\, Castle Park\, CO1 1TJ Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Museums":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270410T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270410T160000
DTSTAMP:20260907T033819Z
CREATED:20260827T160423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T033819Z
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SUMMARY:Sophie McCartney - Back In The Day Rave
DESCRIPTION:Sale Dates and Times: \nPublic Onsale : Wed\, 8 Jul 2026 at 10:00 AM \nPriority from O2 : Mon\, 6 Jul 2026 at 10:00 AM \nArtist Presale : Mon\, 6 Jul 2026 at 10:00 AM \nLive Nation Presale : Tue\, 7 Jul 2026 at 10:00 AM
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/sophie-mccartney-back-in-the-day-rave-2/
LOCATION:Colchester Charter Hall\, Colchester Charter Hall
CATEGORIES:Music
ORGANIZER;CN="Ticketmaster Events":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270410T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260927T204804Z
CREATED:20260927T204804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T204804Z
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SUMMARY:Motown Day Party: Colchester
DESCRIPTION:The Motown Day Party is coming! \n\nCalling all soul lovers and funky movers! \nGet ready for a sunshine-soaked afternoon of smooth grooves\, soulful voices\, and timeless classics as we celebrate the golden era of Motown. From the heart of Detroit to dancefloors across the UK! It’s all about good vibes\, great music\, and unstoppable soul energy!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/motown-day-party-colchester/
LOCATION:Trilogy Colchester\, Trilogy Colchester
CATEGORIES:DJ & Club Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270411T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270411T220000
DTSTAMP:20260909T132430Z
CREATED:20260827T160423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T132430Z
UID:131524-1807470000-1807480800@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Martin Stephenson & The Daintees
DESCRIPTION:Martin Stephenson & The Daintees hail from the North East of England. Their debut single ‘Roll On Summertime’ was released in 1982 on Kitchenware Records (home of Prefab Sprout\, The Kane Gang\, Hurrah!). \n‘Boat To Bolivia’ was the debut album by Martin Stephenson & The Daintees. After appearances on Channel 4’s ‘The Tube’ and BBC2’s ‘Whistle Test’ the album went on to become one of the essential releases of 1986. \nIn 1988\, the second Martin Stephenson & The Daintees album ‘Gladsome\, Humour & Blue’ was released which featured the singles ‘There Comes A Time’ & ‘Wholly Humble Heart’. \nDon’t miss Martin Stephenson & The Daintees perform music from the ‘Gladsome\, Humour & Blue’ LP along with other classics and fan favourites. \nAn AGMP Concerts presentation.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-martin-stephenson-the-daintees-2/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
ORGANIZER;CN="AGMP Concerts":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270416T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270416T220000
DTSTAMP:20260909T132421Z
CREATED:20260827T160423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T132421Z
UID:131526-1807902000-1807912800@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Secret Affair + Purple Hearts
DESCRIPTION:SECRET AFFAIR + PURPLE HEARTS \nEseential mod revival double bill. \nFormed from the ashes of Power Pop band New Hearts\, Secret Affair built their reputation with sell out shows at the Bridge House in Canning Town\, London and with a high profile support slot on The Jam’s 1979 tour. \nSecret Affair went on to have 5 x Top 40 singles\, ‘Time For Action’\, ‘Let Your Heart Dance\, ‘My World’\, ‘Do You Know?’\, ‘Sound of Confusion’\, and 3 acclaimed LP’s\, ‘Glory Boys’\, ‘Behind Closed Doors’ and ‘Business As Usual’\, released before splitting in 1982. After reforming in 2002 by popular demand Secret Affair released a brand new album ‘Soho Dreams’ in 2012 and a limited edition 45 cover of Frank Wilson’s ‘Do I Love You (Indeed I Do)’. \nFormed in 1977\, Purple Hearts were one of the main bands from the ‘Mod Revival’ era along with The Jam\, Secret Affair\, The Lambrettas\, & The Chords. Their debut single ‘Millions Like Us’ hit the UK charts and was swiftly followed up with ‘Frustration’. \nIn 1980 Purple Hearts released their debut album ‘Beat That!’ along with a single from the LP ‘Jimmy’\, which also reached the UK charts. Two more singles ‘My Life’s A Jigsaw’ and ‘Plane Crash’ came out before the band split in 1982. \nAn AGMP Concerts presentation.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-secret-affair-purple-hearts-2/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
ORGANIZER;CN="AGMP Concerts":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270417T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260927T205702Z
CREATED:20260927T205702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T205702Z
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SUMMARY:Punk Rock Playdate
DESCRIPTION:The UK’s biggest family pop-punk party. Live DJ\, confetti\, bubbles\, games & fun for all… \nPunk Rock Playdate comes to Trilogy in Colchester on Saturday 17 April 2027 for a family event built around pop-punk\, emo\, ska\, rock and alternative music. \nParents can share the songs they grew up with while children enjoy dancing\, giant balloons\, bubbles\, confetti and other playful effects. There will also be a quieter area with arts and crafts\, toys and playdough\, plus a licensed bar for adults. \nThe event is designed for children aged 0–12 and their families\, with volumes kept safe for younger ears. Effects may vary by venue. \nCheck ticket availability.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/punk-rock-playdate/
LOCATION:Trilogy Colchester\, Trilogy Colchester
CATEGORIES:DJ & Club Events,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270429T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270429T193000
DTSTAMP:20261005T141735Z
CREATED:20261005T141735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T141735Z
UID:135016-1809027000-1809027000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Professor David Olusoga: A Global History Of The British Cup Of Tea
DESCRIPTION:There is nothing more British than a cup of tea. \nTea is our national drink; our national obsession. Yet the history of tea is the ultimate global story. It links over 350 years of British history to the histories of China\, India\, the Americas and beyond. It encompasses the Boston Tea Party\, the Opium Wars\, the history of the British East India Company\, and more – it is a story that involves industrial espionage\, a vast forgotten migration within India\, and the creation in Britain of a whole new world of domestic traditions. \nIn this brand-new talk\, David Olusoga uses art\, photography and humour to uncover the strange\, unexpected\, and intriguing history of our national drink. \nBAFTA-winning David has risen to renown in recent years\, becoming prolific and highly respected in multiple spaces. He has twice interviewed US President Barack Obama\, reached the finals of the BBC hit TV series Celebrity Traitors\, and has enjoyed success on BBC2 with his 3-part series Empire. A fresh instalment of his much-anticipated series House Through Time is now running on BBC2. \nHe is of course also the author/co-author of eight books\, including Black & British: A Forgotten History\, awarded both the Longman-History Today Trustees Award and the PEN Hessell-Tiltman Prize. \nA Q&A session will follow this talk\, as will a book signing – offering you a chance to meet one of the UK’s foremost public historians. \nDon’t miss your opportunity to see David present this fascinating topic as only such an accomplished researcher and master storyteller can.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/professor-david-olusoga-a-global-history-of-the-british-cup-of-tea/
LOCATION:Charter Hall\, Charter Hall
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270430T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270430T193000
DTSTAMP:20261005T141735Z
CREATED:20261005T141735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T141735Z
UID:135018-1809113400-1809113400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:ELO Encounter: Face The Music
DESCRIPTION:The ELO Encounter\nFace the Music\nRoll over Beethoven\, because the greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra is here! In an all live show featuring soaring strings\, striking vocal harmonies and playing all the much loved songs from ELO’s hit-filled library including Evil Woman\, Telephone Line and Don’t Bring Me Down. The ELO Encounter promises a night filled with rock\, roll and Blue Skies that would make even Mozart mambo and Bach boogie! So Hold On Tight because Rock and Roll Is King in a show that is guaranteed to have you partying All Over The World. \nNot only flawlessly recreating the wonderful music of ELO\, it’s a spectacular live show from start to finish. Stunning lights and special effects create an atmosphere that will have you fully immersed in the whole experience. As the ELO Encounter reel off ELO classic hit after hit\, it’s guaranteed to have the hairs on the back of your neck dancing in time to the music! \nAs a recent reviewer remarked\, “Not really a tribute\, that cheapens what this band does\, which is to transport you back to those days. So sensitively and authentically done\, at times it felt like it was actually ELO being mirrored up there on the stage”. \nThat’s what The ELO Encounter tribute show is all about. \n★★★★★ “An incredible evening! It isn’t often we get shows of your calibre!” Muni Theatre\, Colne\n★★★★★ “A brilliant night out” – Steve Scruton – BBC Radio\n★★★★★ “Amazing … a fantastic band” – Tony Fisher – BBC Radio\n★★★★★ “I’ve never seen such a standing ovation here!” – Braintree Arts Theatre\n★★★★★ “Simply outstanding … thank you ELO Encounter” – RoadHouse Birmingham\n★★★★★ “Certainly went down a storm!” – Quay Theatre\n★★★★★ “Best Tribute band we have seen at the Fisher.” – Fisher Theatre
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/elo-encounter-face-the-music/
LOCATION:Charter Hall\, Charter Hall
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270506T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270506T170000
DTSTAMP:20260911T101857Z
CREATED:20260911T033847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T101857Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursdays: Relaxed Opening
DESCRIPTION:As part of the First Thursdays Festival\, join us at Colchester Castle for a special session designed for visitors with autism or other sensory sensitivities.We turn off sounds and visual displays to reduce sensory stimulation\, so you can enjoy the museum in a more calm and relaxed atmosphere. \nIn the Chapel\, we have a quiet area with sensory toys and items\, clearly marked as a peaceful space. Visitors can use this area however they feel comfortable\, and it’s a supportive\, judgment-free environment. \nYou can also get free ear defenders\, visual guides\, and twiddlemuffs at the museum’s reception. \nSuitable for ages 4+. \nFor helpful information\, such as how to find us and what facilities Colchester Castle has\, we recommend reading our Access information: Access at the Castle \nFor more information about the First Thursdays Festival\, visit the Creative Colchester Website. \nThis event is included as part of Castle admission. Admission tickets can be purchased online or on the day. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2763344177379346/?event_time_id=2763344187379345
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/first-thursdays-relaxed-opening-11/
LOCATION:Castle Park\, CO1 1TJ Colchester\, United Kingdom\, Castle Park\, CO1 1TJ Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Museums":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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