Chelmsford Theatre launches children’s competition to record panto welcome lines
13 August 2025
Cherelle Nightingill
The theatre’s Voice of Panto competition has returned, giving children the opportunity to write and record panto pre-show announcements.
Radio 2 to broadcast shows from Chelmsford in the run up to Radio 2 in the Park
As Hylands Park prepares to host Radio 2 in the Park, several BBC Radio 2 events are set to broadcast live from Chelmsford this September.
Chelmsford gets ready to celebrate Pride 2025
Chelmsford is celebrating Pride month with some fabulous events coming up soon, including Essex Pride’s annual march and festival.
Panto preparations underway at Chelmsford Theatre
It may only be June but panto preparations are already ramping up for this year's Aladdin at Chelmsford Theatre.
Chelmsford Theatre partners with renowned Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts to offer accredited Musical Theatre qualification
Chelmsford Theatre is partnering with leading drama school Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts to offer a performing arts course Chelmsford.
Stage production of Louisa May Alcott’s powerful Little Women coming to Chelmsford Theatre
The stage adaptation of Louise May Alcott’s renowned novel, ‘Little Women’, is coming to Chelmsford Theatre from 7-11 October 2025.
Chelmsford Theatre provides platform for vibrant youth voices
Chelmsford Theatre teamed up with Essex Music Services and local secondary schools to provide a platform for talented young creatives.
Iconic West End show The Woman In Black to come to Chelmsford Theatre
The second longest running play in West End history, The Woman In Black, is coming to Chelmsford Theatre from 3-7 February 2026.
Full cast announced for tour of Cruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical coming to Chelmsford Theatre
The full cast has been announced for the upcoming UK tour of Cruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical, coming to Chelmsford Theatre this March.
Aladdin 2025 on sale following bestselling Snow White at Chelmsford Theatre
Chelmsford Theatre is already preparing for its 2025 panto, Aladdin, with tickets now on sale following its bestselling run of Snow White.
