MARCH
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Thurs 13th - Sat 15th
Treasure Island
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First produced to great acclaim as part of London's Free Theatre Festival in 2005, this swashbuckling stage adaptation brings out all the comedy and adventure of this ever popular story. Brought to you by the East Essex Players, this promises to be a treat for young and old alike. |
time:
7.30pm all eves
2.30pm Sat Mat
tickets:
£6 under 14's
£7.50 Sat Mat
£8 Thurs
£9 Fri & Sat eves
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Sun 16th
British Arts - Dance and Drama Festival
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All day competition where students compete for a place in the London finals. For more details and tickets, please ring 01708 756 263.
www.britisharts.org
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Sat 29th - Sun 30th
You Can't Stop the Beat
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An evening of dance brought to you by the students of the Pamela Freedman School of Dance, in aid of Little Havens and Leukemia Research.
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time:
2.30pm Sat Mat
7.30pm Sat Eve
4.00pm Sun
tickets:
£9 Sat
£8 Sun
£7 Concs
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APRIL
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Fri 4th
Rock and Roll Show
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'Good Rockin' Tonight' visit the New Empire as part of their current tour. Playing all your favourite good time Rock 'n; Roll hits from Bill Haley, Elvis, Eddie Cochrane, Buddy Holly and more. Don't miss out on this fantastic nostalgic show! For more details visit www.markkeeley.com.
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time:
7.30pm
tickets:
£15
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Sat 5th
Strictly Brass Dancing
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A wonderful evening of popular music and songs brought to you by Rayleigh Brass, featuring vocalists Roger and Angela Davis.
www.rayleighbrass.com
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time:
7.30pm
tickets:
£8
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Tues 8th
Spectacular Evening of Clairvoyance with Joe Power
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Internationally renowned psychic medium Joe Powers visits the New Empire as part of his current UK tour. "Joe Power has an amazing gift, and insight into the spirit world", features on TV and in the national media, don't miss out!
www.joepower.co.uk
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time:
7.30pm
tickets:
£15
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Thurs 17th - Sat 19th
Dead Man's Hand
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A tense thriller, with a great sense of wit, this enjoyable play is brought to you by the team behind 'Gaslight', Threelance Theatre Co. and the New Empire Players.
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time:
7.45pm
tickets:
£7.50
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MAY
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Sat 3rd
A Celebration of Flanders and Swann
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Leigh Rotary Club presents Gordon Peters of 'My Family', 'Dads Army' and 'One Foot in the Grave' with David Carter at the Piano as they present a celebration of the works of Flanders and Swann including 'I'm a Gnu', 'The Gasman Cometh' and 'Madeira M'Dear'. Book early for this rare treat!
www.gordonpeters.cwc.net
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time:
7.30pm
tickets:
£10
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Sun 4th
Young Stars
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An evening showcasing the hidden talents of Southend's younger community, an evening of music, song, dance and drama, in aid of Little Havens Children's Hospice.
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time:
7.30pm
tickets:
£7
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Fri 9th
The Rock Show
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The Palace Youth Theatre presents 'The Rock Show', a fun and energetic performance with a wide variety of song, dance and music provided by a live band. An original production, written and performed by the Palace Youth Theatre advanced drama group.
www.palaceyouththeatre.co.uk
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time:
7.30pm
tickets:
£6
£4 concs
10% off for parties of 6+
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Weds 14th - Sun 18th
My Fair Lady
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The New Empire Players present this wonderful musical based on Shaw's 'Pygmalion'. Featuring classic songs including 'Wouldn't it be Lovely', 'With a Little Bit of Luck', 'I Could Have Danced All Night', 'On The Street Where You Live' and 'Get Me to the Church on Time'.
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time:
7.30pm all eves
2.30pm Sat mat
5.30pm Sun eve
tickets:
£10 Eves
£8.50 Sat Mat & Sun
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GROUP BOOKING OFFER
BOOK A PARTY AND CLAIM ONE FREE SEAT FOR EVERY 12 SEATS BOOKED
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Thurs 22nd - Sat 24th
Let Us Shine
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The theatre welcomes back the students of MAPA, Morgan Academy of Performing Arts, based in Leigh on Sea, as they present their annual showcase of students work. The show incorporates song, dance and drama under the guidance of their principal, Vanda Morgan.
www.morganacademy.co.uk
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time:
7.30pm all eves
2.30pm Sat mat
tickets:
£12
£8 Concs
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JUNE
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Sat 7th
I Wanna Dance With Somebody
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Starlight Dance Works under the guidance of principal Helen Havis make a welcome return to the Theatre to present their annual show of song and dance. Based in Benfleet this school was established in 1972, with its current principal Miss Helen leading the school since 1994.
www.starlightdanceworks.co.uk
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time:
2.30pm
7.30pm
tickets:
£9
£7 concs
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Fri 20th - Sat 21st
Back to the 80's
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Following last year's sell out production of 'High School Musical', Blah Blah Productions return to the Theatre with their production of 'Back to the 80's'. Filled with all your favourite songs from the 1980's, let the students of Blah Blah Productions entertain you!
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time:
7.30pm all eves
2.30pm Sat mat
tickets:
£10.50
£8.50 Concs
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Sun 22nd
Songs of Innocence and Experience
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The internationally acclaimed 'London Gay Mens Chorus' visit the Theatre, following sell out performances at the Barbican, the London Palladium, and on national and international tours. Book early for this rare treat, catching one of the country's foremost choirs.
www.lgmc.co.uk
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time:
6.30pm
tickets:
£12.50
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Thurs 26th - Sat 28th
Let It Be Me
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East Essex Players return to the New Empire for their second visit of the season, presenting Carey Jane Hardy's 'Let it Be Me' which is a touching play tackling the subject of Alzheimers, described as a "play of tremendous insight, warmth and humanity, leavened by humorous moments", don't miss this great drama.
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time:
7.30pm all eves
tickets:
£8
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JULY
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Sat 12th
Broadway Rhythms
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Stagecoach is a national school teaching the disciplines of singing, dance and drama. This show marks their third visit to the Theatre, as they present a showcase of their work over the past twelve months.
www.stagecoach.co.uk
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time:
2.30pm
7.30pm
tickets:
£15
£12 concs,
Matinee only
Under 4's -
1 free per adult booked.
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