SHANE RICHIE AND FAYE TOZER TO STAR IN CLIFFS PAVILION PANTOMIME
SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS
this December!!
Saturday 12 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027
SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS
this December!!
Saturday 12 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027
Southend Theatres and Veritas Live Entertainment are pleased to announce that 2026 festive season of parties in the Maritime will again be brought to the Cliffs Pavilion by Veritas
Wednesday 2 December with My! My! Abba – The Concert.
Events from last year are back by popular demand such as The Rat Pack – Swingin’ at the Sands, 24K Bruno and Twist & Shout. New for 2026 are Fleetwood Shack, Women in Rock and the fantastic Motown, Soul and Swing tribute, The Flyrights
Wednesday 2 December with My! My! Abba – The Concert.
Events from last year are back by popular demand such as The Rat Pack – Swingin’ at the Sands, 24K Bruno and Twist & Shout. New for 2026 are Fleetwood Shack, Women in Rock and the fantastic Motown, Soul and Swing tribute, The Flyrights
SOUTHEND DRAMA SOCIETY
present
THE SWEET SCIENCE OF BRUISING
by Joy Wilkinson
Dixon Studio, Palace Theatre, Westcliff on Sea
Wednesday 20th May to Saturday 23rd May 2026
present
THE SWEET SCIENCE OF BRUISING
by Joy Wilkinson
Dixon Studio, Palace Theatre, Westcliff on Sea
Wednesday 20th May to Saturday 23rd May 2026
ALFIE BOE
‘FACING MYSELF’ UK TOUR 2026
Saturday 23 May
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
‘FACING MYSELF’ UK TOUR 2026
Saturday 23 May
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
Little Theatre Company
present
Anything Goes
Palace Theatre, Westcliff on Sea
Wed 27 - Sat 30 May 2026
PLUS
CURTAIN CALL with with choreographer, Nicola Bott, Ewan Dunlop who plays Billy Crocker and Heather Smith who plays Reno
present
Anything Goes
Palace Theatre, Westcliff on Sea
Wed 27 - Sat 30 May 2026
PLUS
CURTAIN CALL with with choreographer, Nicola Bott, Ewan Dunlop who plays Billy Crocker and Heather Smith who plays Reno
Armageddon Outta Here
Palace Theatre, Dixon Studio
on Thursday 28th May
at 7.30pm
Critically acclaimed Southend based actor-comedian, Tom Johnson, his co-writer Chris Roberts, and co-star Rob Glenister are set to play a homecoming show this 28th May, bringing Armageddon Outta Here to the Palace Theatre
Palace Theatre, Dixon Studio
on Thursday 28th May
at 7.30pm
Critically acclaimed Southend based actor-comedian, Tom Johnson, his co-writer Chris Roberts, and co-star Rob Glenister are set to play a homecoming show this 28th May, bringing Armageddon Outta Here to the Palace Theatre
Trafalgar Theatre Productions, the Dodgers, Tommy Mottola and TEG Dainty present
The electrifying new musical celebrating
Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash
Their music. Their love. Their story.
THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY & JUNE
25th-30th May 2026
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
PLUS
INTERVIEW WITH JOHN CARTER CASH
The electrifying new musical celebrating
Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash
Their music. Their love. Their story.
THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY & JUNE
25th-30th May 2026
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
PLUS
INTERVIEW WITH JOHN CARTER CASH
CHARLIE BAKER: GO GET IT
UK Tour 2026-27
Friday 28 May
Southend, Dixon Studio
UK Tour 2026-27
Friday 28 May
Southend, Dixon Studio
Club Tropicana at the Maritime Room
Whether you’re a soul boy, a Duranie or into Club classics, The Maritime Room has the party night for you. For more than a decade, Tropicana nights have been filling the dance floor in the Maritime Room at the Cliffs Pavilion. Celebrating the best in Soul, 80s and 90s hits, Tropicana events are fun-filled nights with a friendly crowd and a great DJ
Whether you’re a soul boy, a Duranie or into Club classics, The Maritime Room has the party night for you. For more than a decade, Tropicana nights have been filling the dance floor in the Maritime Room at the Cliffs Pavilion. Celebrating the best in Soul, 80s and 90s hits, Tropicana events are fun-filled nights with a friendly crowd and a great DJ
STEVE HEWLETT
Palace Theatre, Westcliff
31st May 2026
3.30pm
Palace Theatre, Westcliff
31st May 2026
3.30pm
‘A MAN OF TWO WORLDS TOUR’
AN IMMERSIVE LIVE EXPERIENCE COMING MAY & JUNE
WITH ADDITIONAL DATES ADDED FOR NOVEMBER 2026
A bold new chapter from one of the UK’s most pioneering musical forces
2-Jun-26 Southend Cliffs Pavilion
AN IMMERSIVE LIVE EXPERIENCE COMING MAY & JUNE
WITH ADDITIONAL DATES ADDED FOR NOVEMBER 2026
A bold new chapter from one of the UK’s most pioneering musical forces
2-Jun-26 Southend Cliffs Pavilion
PEPPA PIG LIVE RETURNS AS BABY EVIE MAKES FIRST LIVE STAGE APPEARANCE IN BRAND-NEW SHOW
Southend Cliffs Pavilion
6th and 7th June 2026
Peppa Pig Live is back with a brand-new ‘oinktastic’ stage show: Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show! Which will feature the new addition to the family, baby Evie!
Southend Cliffs Pavilion
6th and 7th June 2026
Peppa Pig Live is back with a brand-new ‘oinktastic’ stage show: Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show! Which will feature the new addition to the family, baby Evie!
Breaking The Cycle: The Power of Hormones – Dr Louise Newson
Thursday 11 June 7.30pm
Palace Theatre, London Road, Southend
Thursday 11 June 7.30pm
Palace Theatre, London Road, Southend
G4: Phantoms of the Popera Tour
Palace Theatre, Westcliff on Sea
Friday 12th June 2026
Join Jonathan Ansell, Michael Conway, Mike Christie and Duncan Sandilands on a spine-tingling rollercoaster of breathtaking show-tunes, riding the high and lows of uplifting melodies, heart-rending ballads and climactic anthems.
Featuring classics from Les Mis, Phantom, Wicked, Jersey Boys, Hamilton, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Greatest Showman, Rent, Miss Saigon, Book of Mormon, The Lion King, Aspects of Love, We Will Rock You, The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, The Rocky Horror Show and many more…
ALSO,
Spotlight on Michael Conway, who lives in Rochford, Essex
Palace Theatre, Westcliff on Sea
Friday 12th June 2026
Join Jonathan Ansell, Michael Conway, Mike Christie and Duncan Sandilands on a spine-tingling rollercoaster of breathtaking show-tunes, riding the high and lows of uplifting melodies, heart-rending ballads and climactic anthems.
Featuring classics from Les Mis, Phantom, Wicked, Jersey Boys, Hamilton, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Greatest Showman, Rent, Miss Saigon, Book of Mormon, The Lion King, Aspects of Love, We Will Rock You, The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, The Rocky Horror Show and many more…
ALSO,
Spotlight on Michael Conway, who lives in Rochford, Essex
The Overtones to Star in New Song and Dance Spectacular Jukebox Idols
Saturday 13 June
Cliffs Pavilion
Southend
Saturday 13 June
Cliffs Pavilion
Southend
BEVERLEY KNIGHT
‘BORN TO PERFORM’ UK TOUR JUNE 2026
All the songs & stories from a life onstage
23rd June 2026
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend on Sea
‘BORN TO PERFORM’ UK TOUR JUNE 2026
All the songs & stories from a life onstage
23rd June 2026
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend on Sea
Anything for Love
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
on 9th July
Meatloaf Musical Director Mark Alexander joins Steve Steinman on tour
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
on 9th July
Meatloaf Musical Director Mark Alexander joins Steve Steinman on tour
FREDDIE FOX, JULIAN OVENDEN,
NIGEL LINDSAY & MALCOLM SINCLAIR
TO STAR ALONGSIDE
HELEN GEORGE
IN MAJOR 2026 UK & IRELAND TOUR OF
“COLE PORTER’S MUSICAL MASTERPIECE”
HIGH SOCIETY
Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter
Book by Arthur Kopit
Additional Lyrics by Susan Birkenhead
Based on the play “The Philadelphia Story” by Philip Barry
28 July – 1 August
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
NIGEL LINDSAY & MALCOLM SINCLAIR
TO STAR ALONGSIDE
HELEN GEORGE
IN MAJOR 2026 UK & IRELAND TOUR OF
“COLE PORTER’S MUSICAL MASTERPIECE”
HIGH SOCIETY
Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter
Book by Arthur Kopit
Additional Lyrics by Susan Birkenhead
Based on the play “The Philadelphia Story” by Philip Barry
28 July – 1 August
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
HORRIBLE HISTORIES LIVE ON STAGE!
BARMY BRITAIN - THE BEST BITS!
RETURNS TO THE WEST END FOR A SECOND SUMMER SEASON BY POPULAR DEMAND
The most beloved Horrible Histories stage spectacular is back playing the greatest hits!
Apollo Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, London
30 July – 31 August 2026
BARMY BRITAIN - THE BEST BITS!
RETURNS TO THE WEST END FOR A SECOND SUMMER SEASON BY POPULAR DEMAND
The most beloved Horrible Histories stage spectacular is back playing the greatest hits!
Apollo Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, London
30 July – 31 August 2026
2025 TONY® AWARD NOMINEE FOR BEST MUSICAL & 2024 OLIVIER AWARD® WINNER FOR BEST NEW MUSICAL
OPERATION MINCEMEAT
ANNOUNCES A LANDMARK WORLD TOUR!
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
Mon 31st August 2026 - Sat 5th September 2026
OPERATION MINCEMEAT
ANNOUNCES A LANDMARK WORLD TOUR!
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
Mon 31st August 2026 - Sat 5th September 2026
‘THE ARCHERS: LIVE AT 75’
CAST ANNOUNCED FOR 2026 NATIONAL TOUR
Thursday 10th September
Cliffs Pavilion, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA
Timothy Bentinck (David Archer), Charles Collingwood (Brian Aldridge), Annabelle Dowler (Kirsty Miller), Ryan Kelly (Jazzer McCreary), Charlotte Martin (Susan Carter), Ben Norris (Ben Archer), Sunny Ormonde (Lilian Bellamy) and Susie Riddell (Tracy Horrobin) confirmed to appear in live tour celebrating 75 years of the iconic radio drama
CAST ANNOUNCED FOR 2026 NATIONAL TOUR
Thursday 10th September
Cliffs Pavilion, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA
Timothy Bentinck (David Archer), Charles Collingwood (Brian Aldridge), Annabelle Dowler (Kirsty Miller), Ryan Kelly (Jazzer McCreary), Charlotte Martin (Susan Carter), Ben Norris (Ben Archer), Sunny Ormonde (Lilian Bellamy) and Susie Riddell (Tracy Horrobin) confirmed to appear in live tour celebrating 75 years of the iconic radio drama
David Essex OBE
Announces ‘Thanks for the Memories’
UK Tour for September 2026
Southend Cliffs Pavillion
Friday 11 September 2026
Singer, composer and actor David Essex OBE has announced a major 21-date nationwide tour for September 2026 titled ‘Thanks for the Memories’ to celebrate his monumental career. Tickets for ‘Thanks for the Memories’ go on sale from 10am on Friday 24th October
Announces ‘Thanks for the Memories’
UK Tour for September 2026
Southend Cliffs Pavillion
Friday 11 September 2026
Singer, composer and actor David Essex OBE has announced a major 21-date nationwide tour for September 2026 titled ‘Thanks for the Memories’ to celebrate his monumental career. Tickets for ‘Thanks for the Memories’ go on sale from 10am on Friday 24th October
Tom Davis
to tour the UK with his new tour
Spudgun
Cliffs Pavillion, Southend On Sea
Saturday 26 September 2026
to tour the UK with his new tour
Spudgun
Cliffs Pavillion, Southend On Sea
Saturday 26 September 2026
KATHERINE JENKINS OBE
CELEBRATES A PHENOMENAL 25 YEARS IN MUSIC
ANNOUNCING HER ANNIVERSARY TOUR
THURSDAY 8 OCTOBER 2026
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
CELEBRATES A PHENOMENAL 25 YEARS IN MUSIC
ANNOUNCING HER ANNIVERSARY TOUR
THURSDAY 8 OCTOBER 2026
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Francis Rossi
‘Songbook: Quo – Past, Present,
Future’ Tour 2026
Palace Theatre, Westcliff on Sea
18th October 2026
‘Songbook: Quo – Past, Present,
Future’ Tour 2026
Palace Theatre, Westcliff on Sea
18th October 2026
INTERNATIONAL IRISH VOCAL SENSATION THE SHAMROCKS HEAD TO SOUTHEND ON DEBUT UK TOUR
SOUTHEND, Cliffs Pavilion – Sun 18th October 2026
SOUTHEND, Cliffs Pavilion – Sun 18th October 2026
Justin Hayward
‘The Story In Your Eyes’ Tour
21st October 2026
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
‘The Story In Your Eyes’ Tour
21st October 2026
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
NISH KUMAR
Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy
PALACE THEATRE, WESTCLIFF
Wednesday 25 November 2026
COMEDY’S LEADING POLITICAL COMEDIAN NISH KUMAR BRINGS HIS BRAND-NEW STAND-UP SHOW TO SOUTHEND
‘Roaringly funny’ ★★★★ The Times
‘The pre-eminent comic political polemicist of our time’ ★★★★ The Guardian
Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy
PALACE THEATRE, WESTCLIFF
Wednesday 25 November 2026
COMEDY’S LEADING POLITICAL COMEDIAN NISH KUMAR BRINGS HIS BRAND-NEW STAND-UP SHOW TO SOUTHEND
‘Roaringly funny’ ★★★★ The Times
‘The pre-eminent comic political polemicist of our time’ ★★★★ The Guardian
This year Wind Song will create a brand new original adaptation of Christmas classic The Nutcracker. The Nutcracker: Magic and Mischief will open on Wednesday 16 December and run until Sunday 27 December and will be suitable for the whole family.
Wind Song Theatre’s production of The Snow Queen at the Palace Theatre for Christmas 2025 received glowing reviews and brought the story to life with imagination and wonder. The company has established a reputation for creating performances that engage and delight audiences both young and old, with original music and novel design.
Wind Song Theatre’s production of The Snow Queen at the Palace Theatre for Christmas 2025 received glowing reviews and brought the story to life with imagination and wonder. The company has established a reputation for creating performances that engage and delight audiences both young and old, with original music and novel design.
Phil McIntyre Live and Live Nation Gaiety proudly presents
DIRECT FROM LONDON’S WEST END
IRVINE WELSH’S
TRAINSPOTTING THE MUSICAL
UK TOUR: 19 OCTOBER – 27 MARCH 2027
1-6 February 2027
Southend Cliffs Pavilion
On Sale 15 May
Thirty years on from the film that changed everything, and following its world premiere in London's West End, Trainspotting The Musical will embark on a major UK tour
DIRECT FROM LONDON’S WEST END
IRVINE WELSH’S
TRAINSPOTTING THE MUSICAL
UK TOUR: 19 OCTOBER – 27 MARCH 2027
1-6 February 2027
Southend Cliffs Pavilion
On Sale 15 May
Thirty years on from the film that changed everything, and following its world premiere in London's West End, Trainspotting The Musical will embark on a major UK tour
The Fratellis
Confirm New Dates for Sold-Out Tour following Postponement Due to Illness
heading to Southend's Cliffs Pavilion on 12th March 2027
Scottish indie-rockers The Fratellis have announced the new dates for their sell-out UK tour celebrating the 20-year anniversary of their Brit Award-winning debut album ‘Costello Music’, following its postponement due to lead singer & guitarist Jon Fratellis’ ongoing health issues
Confirm New Dates for Sold-Out Tour following Postponement Due to Illness
heading to Southend's Cliffs Pavilion on 12th March 2027
Scottish indie-rockers The Fratellis have announced the new dates for their sell-out UK tour celebrating the 20-year anniversary of their Brit Award-winning debut album ‘Costello Music’, following its postponement due to lead singer & guitarist Jon Fratellis’ ongoing health issues
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