English Chamber Orchestra

Sunday 14 March | 7.30pm Concert 8 of 12 in our 17th International Concert Series

Dad's Army Marches On

The boys are back in town! To celebrate 70 years of the Home guard Dad’s Army is returning to the stage with a brand new adaptation of the classic sitcom.

A Flea in Her Ear

Raymonde Chandebise, after years of wedded bliss, begins to doubt the fidelity of her husband, who has suddenly become ‘inactive’....

Rhod Gilbert and the Cat that looked like Nicholas Lyndhurst

Last few seats remaining! Contact the Box Office by 'phone or in person for tickets.

Dancing in the Streets

Experience the energy, the excitement, the emotion and the electricity of Motown in the hit show Dancing in the Streets ....

Sinatra Live at The Sands

Stephen Triffitt, backed by a full-size 17 piece Big Band Orchestra, offers a glimpse of the genius that was Frank Sinatra....

Last Night of the Spring Proms

A superb concert bursting with popular classics and a rousing finale of Proms favourites.

The Sopranos

Eight talented ladies enthral, captivate and beguile the audience with timeless classics....

Southend's Got Talent

A musical extravaganza highlighting the talent of 140 youngsters (9-18) from 15 local schools.

Riverdance - The Farewell Tour

The legendary Riverdance continues is Farewell Tour across the UK, marking its 15th anniversary.

Run for your Wife

John Smith is a London cabbie with a bang on the head, now he can't remember where he is meant to be, in Wimbledon with his wife Mary, or in Streatham with his other wife Barbara!

Ceri Dupree is Divalicious!

The UK’s leading female impersonator, the fabulous and flamboyant, Ceri Dupree is back on the road with his New One Man, One Dozen Divas show!

T-Rextasy

With their uncanny doppelganger lead singer and lead guitarist, Danielz, T.Rextasy perform a powerful and mesmerising presentation of Marc Bolan’s rock and pop anthems.

European Chamber Players

Saturday 27 March | 7.30pm Concert 9 of 12 in our 17th International Concert Series

Derren Brown: Enigma

Be prepared for a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical experience when the master of psychological illusion returns to the stage. The performance is not suitable for children under 12 years.

Ga Ga - The Ultimate Queen Tribute

From playing at the International Queen Convention to appearing in a recent BBC documentary, GA GA continue to prove why they are so highly rated by critics and audiences alike

The Soldiers

'The Coming Home' Tour

Voice of the Heart - Karen Carpenter

Guaranteed to lead Carpenters fans everywhere through a magical memory.

Alice in Wonderland

Alice in wonderland is the debut performance by Dark Waters Theatre Group, it is the traditional tale as written by Lewis Carroll

Snow White on Ice

The world famous Russian Ice Stars will take you on a magical ice journey to the heart of the best loved fairy tale of all time, Snow White.

The Hairy Bikers Big Night Out

Last few seats remaining! Contact the Box Office by 'phone or in person for tickets.

Charlie Siem

Saturday 10 April | 7.30pm Concert 10 of 12 in our 17th International Concert Series

FILM - Is anybody there?

Michael Caine pairs up with young British actor Bill Milner (SON OF RAMBOW) in this touching British drama. Edward (Milner) lives in the retirement home where his parents work, and his interests have unsurprisingly moved toward death, ghosts, and the afterlife.

James

'The Mirrorball Tour' Plus Special Guests

The Secret of Sherlock Holmes

You cannot have Watson without Moriarty. You cannot have Moriarty without Watson. And without both of them, there is no Holmes....

The Hostage

When the IRA capture a young British squaddie back in the late 1950’s, they take him to the most unlikely “safe” house that could be imagined; a run-down Dublin whore house which is inhabited by a bizarre cast of weird and wonderful characters…

Strictly Tap Dance Fever

Strictly Tap Dance Fever takes you on a whistle stop tour of the greatest tap dance moments in show business history.

Joan Armatrading

Wednesday 14th April| 8pm 3 times Grammy nominated British singer songwriter Joan Armatrading has stood the test of time with songs like ‘Love And Affection,’ ‘Willow,’ ‘Drop The Pilot’ and ‘Lovers Speak.’

That'll be the Day

Trevor, Gary and the gang are back with this popular rock ’n’ roll touring production.

Luxembourg Philharmonic Orchestra

Sunday 18 April | 3.00pm Concert 11 of 12 in our 17th International Concert Series

Dustbowl Refugee

A powerful musical drama telling the story of legendary American folk hero, Woody Guthrie.

Mack & Mabel

This wonderful musical brings Mack Sennett the ‘King of Comedy’ back to life complete with Charlie Chaplin, the Keystone Cops and his fabulous Bathing Beauties.

Rocket Man

This vibrant new show of the best of Elton John will have you on your feet and begging for more - Rocket Man, The Bitch Is Back, Bennie & The Jets, Your Song, Saturday Night’s All Right For Fighting, Candle in the Wind……. all the hits you really want to hear.

Debbie Reynolds - Alive and Fabulous

Prior to going into the West End, this hilarious, touching and uplifting evening of music and comedy comes to Southend.

Gordon Smith 'Beyond Belief'

Gordon Smith is widely accepted as one of the most accurate mediums in the world....

Talon - The Best of the Eagles - Hotel California Tour

Relive all the tracks from Hotel California......

An Evening with Bradley Walsh

Bradley Walsh has established himself as one of Britain ’s most versatile and popular entertainers.

Glen Campbell Greatest Hits and More

With very special guest Debby Campbell

One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest

R.P. McMurphy is a charming rogue who contrives to serve a short custodial sentence in an airy mental institution rather than in prison.

Anything Goes

Set on the luxury liner S.S American, Anything Goes tells the tale of stowaway Billy Crocker, and his desperate pursuit of Hope Harcourt, the debutante fiancée of English aristocrat Lord Oakleigh.

The Counterfeit Stones 'Get Off My Chord'

The Counterfeit Stones theatre show is essentially a musical mockumentary of the Rolling Stones’ colourful history.....

Elvis on Tour - the 75 special

Who could imagine it! Elvis Presley at 75! Hard to believe but 2010 would have been that year.

Moscow State Symphony Orchestra

Sunday 9 May | 7.30pm Concert 12 of 12 in our 17th International Concert Series

Blithe Spirit

Written in 1941, the darkest year of the war, Blithe Spirit is a witty comedy about life and death in English society.

The Producers

One of the most hilarious musicals ever written as it outrageously lampoons the odious Nazi regime of seventy years ago, this hit musical became a major success both on Broadway, winning 23 awards, and in London’s West End where it received rapturous reviews until closing only two years ago.

Defending the Caveman

Starring much-loved actor, comedian and TV personality Mark Little – aka Neighbours’ legendary Joe Mangel

Peppa Pig's Party

Today it’s a bright and sunny day. It’s a very special day. It’s Peppa Pig's birthday.

Ray Davies and Band

Plus Support

James Galway

To celebrate his 70th Birthday, the much-loved and world-renowned Irish flutist graces......

Quirkish Delight

The Importance of Being Oscar

Micheal Mac Llammoir’s entertaining tribute to the theatrical luminary and flamboyant socialite, Oscar Wilde.

An Evening with Rick Wakeman

An evening with Rick performing on the piano and telling ludicrously ridiculous and funny anecdotes.

Lee Mead

Winner of BBC One’s ‘Any Dream Will Do’....................

Witness for the Prosecution

The Agatha Christie Theatre Company is proud to present the next instalment in the highly acclaimed series, Christie's undisputed masterpiece....

Brendan Cole - Live & Un-judged

After two sell-out performances earlier this year, Brendan returns with his ‘Live and Un-judged’ show.

An Audience with The Chuckle Brothers

Having completed the 21st series of the ever successful series "ChuckleVision" for the BBC. Paul and Barry have decided to interact live with their audience and fans

Blood Brothers

The captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks....

The Hairy Bikers

Following the success of their tour date at the Palace Theatre this April, they a bringing their show for a second date, this time at the Cliffs Pavilion.

Forever in Blue Jeans

Come and join one of the greatest party’s in town with a cast of terrific singers, dancers and musicians not forgetting hilarious impressions and comedy that will make you “laugh your socks off” !

Buddy Holly - A Legend Reborn

Marc Robinson, the UK’s number one Buddy, brings to life classic hits like Peggy Sue, That’ll be the Day and Oh Boy.

Benefactors

Full Circle Theatre Co present Benefactors by Michael Frayn

Reginald D Hunter

Reginald D Hunter’s uniquely non-secular approach to comedy continues to batter down the time-honoured constraints of politics, religion and so-called morality.

Music for a Summer's Evening

Special Guest Aled Jones

Chas & his Band - 'The Rock, Rabbit and Roll Tour'

CHAS & HIS BAND are now touring in their own right under the banner “ROCK RABBIT & ROLL TOUR”.

Magic of Motown - 'The Reach Out' Tour

Live on stage the music of the Temptations, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Four Tops, Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Lionel Richie, Martha Reeves & scores more.

The Woman in Black

An evening of unremitting drama as we are transported into a terrifying and ghostly world.

The Legendary Buddy Greco's Swinging Las Vegas Show

Buddy Greco is a true Las Vegas Legend who has headlined in Vegas since the fifties and spent the sixties based at the famous “Sands” with The Rat Pack.

Ken Dodd

A welcome return from this well-loved comedian

Battle of Britain

Hayley Westenra with RAF Central Band

Absent Friends

Following their critically acclaimed 2009 productions of 'Lord Arthur Savile's Crime' and 'Table Manners', Southend Drama Society proudly presents 'Absent Friends', a comedy by Alan Ayckbourn.

Joe Longthorne

Joe's repertoire of voices is endless and includes hundreds of the world's top singers...........

They Will Rock You

Starring Queen B plus special guest 'Meat Loaf'

Hi-de-Hi

In this exciting new production of the stage show which has not been seen since it was in the West End in 1984......

Beyond the Barricade

Brand new 2010 show!

That'll Be The Day

Brand new 2010 Summer Spectacular Show

Busting Out!

Now in the UK for the very first time, don’t miss the sell out show that has women cheering on their feet and men gasping with amazement.

The Wiz

Following on from the success of the past two years the Palace Summer Youth Project is proud to present The Wiz as its third production.

The Gruffalo Live on Stage

This magical musical adaptation of the best-selling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, The Gruffalo comes to Southend.

An Evening of Claivoyance with TV Psychic Tony Stockwell

Jane McDonald

One of Britain’s greatest divas, Jane McDonald, returns to Southend in her smash-hit new show.

John Bishop: Live

Last few seats remaining! Contact the Box Office by 'phone or in person for tickets.

Level 42

'The 30th Anniversary Tour' plus Special Guests

Vampires Rock

Steve Steinman plays the supremely evil Baron Von Rockula owner of the Live and Let Die club. In search of a new bride the Baron must convince the unsuspecting Pandora who auditions for the new singing position, to cross over to the dark side and live for ever in Rock N Roll Hell.

Al Murray The Pub Landlord - Barrel of Fun

Al Murray The Pub Landlord is back on the road to roll out his Barrel of Fun, a brand new stand-up show for 2010.

Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

With Special Guest Alison Moyet

The Armstrong and Miller Show Live

Ben Miller (Moving Wallpaper) and Alexander Armstrong (Mutual Friends) will be hitting to road in Autumn 2010.....

Peter Pan

Hook your tickets for next year's (2010-2011) pantomime