A wickedly magical adventure is coming to Riverside this April

Riverside Leisure Centre’s family favourite, the annual Easter ice show returns to the rink this April, with performances from Wednesday 8 to Sunday 12 April. This year, Chelmsford Riverside Ice Skating Club presents The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.

Riverside has been hosting ice shows since 1992 and this will be the 31st production at the centre.

A Wicked-ly magical adventure on Ice 

Step into the magical world of Oz and watch your favourite characters from The Wizard of Oz and Wicked come to life as you’ve never seen them before – gliding across the ice!

In this family-friendly performance we follow Dorothy and her unforgettable friends on a journey to the Emerald City. Friendships are tested and unexpected heroes rise, all in a swirl of skilful skating and captivating costumes.

Perfect for all ages, the show offers a relaxed atmosphere. Audience members are invited to laugh, cheer, and sing along – so be sure to warm up your singing voices before taking your seats around the ice.

Please note, the performance includes flashing lights, strobe effects, loud sounds, and pyrotechnics, adding extra sparkle to the show.

The show will transport you straight to the heart of Oz.

Inspiring cast of amateur skaters

The entire cast are members of Chelmsford Riverside Ice Skating Club and skaters of all levels, from beginners to national competitors, will take part in the show.

This year’s cast is led by three British Championships competitors: Elizabeth Dohnal, as Dorothy; Paige Lepley, as the Wicked Witch; and Paige Devaney, as Glinda.

Cast members (L-R): Elizabeth Dohnal, Paige Lepley and Paige Devaney.

Ice show faithfuls may also recognise Tin Man, played by Rose Mellon, making her sixth show appearance and her fourth as a main cast member.

While many cast members are returning, some newer members of Chelmsford Riverside Ice Skating Club will be performing for the very first time.

Cast members (L-R): Rose Mellon as Tin Man, Emily Potter as Scarecrow, Aleksandra Kolesnik as Lion.

Councillor Natacha Dudley, Cabinet Member for an Active Chelmsford, says the show should be on every family’s calendar:

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“Chelmsford Riverside Ice Skating Club do a fantastic job of entertaining families every year and I’m sure The Wonderful Wizard of Oz will be no exception! Riverside’s ice show is an Easter staple for many residents and if you haven’t been before I highly recommend you make this part of your school holiday line-up.

“The ice rink often sees an increase in visitors following the ice show, proving that, as well as being entertaining, the experience is inspiring too! If you fancy trying a new, fun form of exercise, ice skating is a great option. And if not, you can just enjoy the magic!”

Cllr Natacha Dudley, Cabinet Member for an Active Chelmsford

If the show inspires you or a loved one to take to the ice, the variety of ice skating sessions available at Riverside, from family sessions to ice skating parties, means there’s something for everyone. Take a look at the full ice rink timetable online.

Tickets on sale now

Experience the excitement, twists and charm of Oz at Riverside Ice Rink from Wednesday 8 April to Sunday 12 April. Choose from morning, matinee and early evening shows, to suit everyone’s school holiday schedule.

Book your tickets at Chelmsford Theatre’s box office or online at chelmsford.gov.uk/ice-show and join Dorothy on her wickedly magical journey!