Theatre in Colchester

Find upcoming theatre in Colchester, with plays, musicals and performances at venues across the city.

The listings below bring together productions at the Mercury Theatre, Headgate Theatre, Colchester Arts Centre, Lakeside Theatre and other local venues. They cover touring productions, amateur theatre, new writing, musicals, fringe shows and family performances.

Keep Colchester Cool has supported the city’s arts and cultural scene since 2009. This page is updated regularly, but please check the event details with the venue or organiser before travelling.

Theatre venues in Colchester

Colchester has a varied theatre programme throughout the year, from major touring productions and musicals to new writing, community theatre and smaller independent shows.

The Mercury Theatre presents professional productions and visiting shows, while the Headgate Theatre is home to amateur companies, local performers and touring acts. Theatre can also be found at Colchester Arts Centre, Lakeside Theatre and venues taking part in the Colchester Fringe.

The programme changes regularly, so return to this page for the latest theatre listings.

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