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
REVIEW
✭✭✭✭✭ 5/5
SPARKS
Wednesday 26 August – UK, Southend-on-Sea, Cliffs Pavilion
Local author Daryl Easlea, wrote a critically acclaimed book about them: Talent is an Asset: The Story of Sparks – omnibuspress.com
✭✭✭✭✭ 5/5
SPARKS
Wednesday 26 August – UK, Southend-on-Sea, Cliffs Pavilion
Local author Daryl Easlea, wrote a critically acclaimed book about them: Talent is an Asset: The Story of Sparks – omnibuspress.com
REVIEW
✭✭✭✭✭ 5/5
2025 TONY® AWARD NOMINEE FOR BEST MUSICAL & 2024 OLIVIER AWARD® WINNER FOR BEST NEW MUSICAL
OPERATION MINCEMEAT
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
Mon 31st August 2026 - Sat 5th September 2026
"This show is very clever, high energy and surreal with the cross gender casting and camp show biz numbers. The audience loved it."
✭✭✭✭✭ 5/5
2025 TONY® AWARD NOMINEE FOR BEST MUSICAL & 2024 OLIVIER AWARD® WINNER FOR BEST NEW MUSICAL
OPERATION MINCEMEAT
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
Mon 31st August 2026 - Sat 5th September 2026
"This show is very clever, high energy and surreal with the cross gender casting and camp show biz numbers. The audience loved it."
REVIEW
✭✭✭✭✭ 5/5
STEPPING OUT
Southend Theatres and Trafalgar Entertainment are thrilled to announce final casting for the brand-new revival of Richard Harris’s comedy, Stepping Out, touring the UK this year. Joining the previously announced Strictly star Karen Hauer and EastEnders actress Lucy Benjamin are Kerry Enright, Laura Tyrer and Sophie-Louse Dann
Tue 1 – Sat 5 September
Palace Theatre, Southend
✭✭✭✭✭ 5/5
STEPPING OUT
Southend Theatres and Trafalgar Entertainment are thrilled to announce final casting for the brand-new revival of Richard Harris’s comedy, Stepping Out, touring the UK this year. Joining the previously announced Strictly star Karen Hauer and EastEnders actress Lucy Benjamin are Kerry Enright, Laura Tyrer and Sophie-Louse Dann
Tue 1 – Sat 5 September
Palace Theatre, Southend
‘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
THE CHOIR OF MAN
Tuesday 15 - Saturday 19 September 2026
SOUTHEND Cliffs Pavilion
Tuesday 15 - Saturday 19 September 2026
SOUTHEND Cliffs Pavilion
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
Lead cast and creative team announced
for the first UK tour production of the spectacular
Burlesque the Musical
based on the hit movie
SOUTHEND
Cliffs Pavilion Theatre
Tuesday 29 September - Saturday 3 October
Led by Faye Brookes as Tess Richarde, the Burlesque club owner played by the legendary Cher in Steven Antin’s iconic Golden Globe-winning and Best Picture-nominated 2010 film, lead cast and the full creative team is today announced for the first UK tour of Burlesque the Musical.
for the first UK tour production of the spectacular
Burlesque the Musical
based on the hit movie
SOUTHEND
Cliffs Pavilion Theatre
Tuesday 29 September - Saturday 3 October
Led by Faye Brookes as Tess Richarde, the Burlesque club owner played by the legendary Cher in Steven Antin’s iconic Golden Globe-winning and Best Picture-nominated 2010 film, lead cast and the full creative team is today announced for the first UK tour of Burlesque the Musical.
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
Jetty Productions Ltd in Association with Canvey Rock and Cahoots Theatre Company present
Wilko: Love and Death and Rock and Roll
A biographic play with live music and guests from the world of rock and roll celebrating the extraordinary life of Dr Feelgood co-founder Wilko Johnson
Written by Jonathan Maitland
12 – 17 October
Palace Theatre, Essex
430 London Rd, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea SS0 9LA
7:30pm (Mon–Sat), 2:30pm (Wed/Sat matinee)
Wilko: Love and Death and Rock and Roll
A biographic play with live music and guests from the world of rock and roll celebrating the extraordinary life of Dr Feelgood co-founder Wilko Johnson
Written by Jonathan Maitland
12 – 17 October
Palace Theatre, Essex
430 London Rd, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea SS0 9LA
7:30pm (Mon–Sat), 2:30pm (Wed/Sat matinee)
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
COUNTDOWN TO DEBUT UK TOUR
Founding member Raymond Walsh shares their story and what to expect from the live show
SOUTHEND, Cliffs Pavillion – Sun 18th October 2026
THE SHAMROCKS
COUNTDOWN TO DEBUT UK TOUR
Founding member Raymond Walsh shares their story and what to expect from the live show
SOUTHEND, Cliffs Pavillion – 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
SHOOTING FROM THE NEW HIP
Barry From Watford’s Debut Tour 2026
‘The most I’ve laughed at a show ever. I mean ever. So brilliant. I’m still laughing’ Tim Vine
'Top quality character comedy' The Guardian
'Alex Lowe's stunning creation' Time Out
'Wonderfully observed ... poignant and very funny' Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard
Joker Comedy Club
CHALKWELL: Park Rooms (info)
Friday 30th October, 2026
Door time: 6:00pm
Start time: 7:00pm
18 and over
Star of Steve Wright’s Radio 2 show for ten years, the resident lifestyle coach and local legend Barry from Watford heads out on his debut tour at the age of 92!
Barry From Watford’s Debut Tour 2026
‘The most I’ve laughed at a show ever. I mean ever. So brilliant. I’m still laughing’ Tim Vine
'Top quality character comedy' The Guardian
'Alex Lowe's stunning creation' Time Out
'Wonderfully observed ... poignant and very funny' Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard
Joker Comedy Club
CHALKWELL: Park Rooms (info)
Friday 30th October, 2026
Door time: 6:00pm
Start time: 7:00pm
18 and over
Star of Steve Wright’s Radio 2 show for ten years, the resident lifestyle coach and local legend Barry from Watford heads out on his debut tour at the age of 92!
Full cast and 2026/27 UK and Ireland tour dates announced
for the premiere of Torben Betts’ darkly comic new thriller
The Other Side of Murder
starring Rufus Hound and Susie Blake
Palace Theatre, Southend
9-14 November 2026
for the premiere of Torben Betts’ darkly comic new thriller
The Other Side of Murder
starring Rufus Hound and Susie Blake
Palace Theatre, Southend
9-14 November 2026
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
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
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
OH MY… WILDLIFE FILMMAKER
GORDON BUCHANAN BRINGS MORE TALES OF LIONS AND TIGERS AND BEARS TO
SOUTHEND ON 2027 TOUR
Palace Theatre – Friday 19th March 2026
Acclaimed wildlife filmmaker and photographer Gordon Buchanan is heading to Southend as he returns to the road with his hugely successful Lions and Tigers and Bears tour
GORDON BUCHANAN BRINGS MORE TALES OF LIONS AND TIGERS AND BEARS TO
SOUTHEND ON 2027 TOUR
Palace Theatre – Friday 19th March 2026
Acclaimed wildlife filmmaker and photographer Gordon Buchanan is heading to Southend as he returns to the road with his hugely successful Lions and Tigers and Bears tour
The Bootleg Beatles In Concert 2026-2027
Saturday 10th April 2027 – Cliffs Pavilion SOUTHEND
Saturday 10th April 2027 – Cliffs Pavilion SOUTHEND
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
STARRING SAM RYDER
TO OPEN MAJOR UK TOUR IN 2027
STARTING AT MANCHESTER PALACE THEATRE
ON 11 FEBRUARY 2027
FOLLOWING WEST END ENGAGEMENTS AT
THE LONDON PALLADIUM (NOW PLAYING – 5 SEP 2026)
THEATRE ROYAL DRURY LANE (16 OCT 2026 – 9 JAN 2027)
HEADING TO SOUTHEND ON SEA'S CLIFFS PAVILION APRIL 27
STARRING SAM RYDER
TO OPEN MAJOR UK TOUR IN 2027
STARTING AT MANCHESTER PALACE THEATRE
ON 11 FEBRUARY 2027
FOLLOWING WEST END ENGAGEMENTS AT
THE LONDON PALLADIUM (NOW PLAYING – 5 SEP 2026)
THEATRE ROYAL DRURY LANE (16 OCT 2026 – 9 JAN 2027)
HEADING TO SOUTHEND ON SEA'S CLIFFS PAVILION APRIL 27
THE VICTORIA WOOD ESTATE
ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF
BELOVED SITCOM
DINNERLADIES
AFTER MORE THAN 25 YEARS, THE ORIGINAL
TV CHARACTERS WILL REUNITE FOR A BRAND NEW
STAGE ADAPTATION COMMISSIONED FOR
2027 UK TOUR – LES DENNIS TO STAR
3rd – 7th August 2027
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
ON SALE NOW
ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF
BELOVED SITCOM
DINNERLADIES
AFTER MORE THAN 25 YEARS, THE ORIGINAL
TV CHARACTERS WILL REUNITE FOR A BRAND NEW
STAGE ADAPTATION COMMISSIONED FOR
2027 UK TOUR – LES DENNIS TO STAR
3rd – 7th August 2027
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
ON SALE NOW
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