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06/03/2026
The witch hunts and trials of the 17th century remain one of the darkest chapters in English history, fuelled by fear, suspicion, and the persecution of those accused of witchcraft. Among the most notorious figures of this period was Matthew Hopkins, the self-styled Witchfinder General, whose brutal campaigns targeted dozens of women across Essex, South…
Read More about Review: The Manningtree WitchesThe Coming Of Messiah, written by Suzanne Hawkes, looks at the fascinating story behind the creation of Handel’s masterpiece – which was in fact first performed Easter 1741. In 1740 Handel was at a crossroads – he had suffered a bout of ill health (possibly a stroke), his last opera had been a flop and his…
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Imitating the Dog bring their bold new adaptation of The War of the Worlds to the New Wolsey Theatre from Wednesday 11 to Saturday 14 March 2026. Four performers create an epic live “road movie” on stage, reimagining H.G. Wells’ classic tale of alien invasion and societal collapse. As extraterrestrials descend and cities fall into ruin, the story asks urgent…
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Reviewing a theatrical production is always a fascinating experience. Sometimes a show is fun, entertaining, or thought-provoking — and occasionally it misses the mark entirely. But it’s rare to encounter a production that is deliberately, gloriously bad… until now. Glorious! — currently playing at the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich — is intentionally off-key by…
Read More about Review: Glorious!Two Sisters reopen in March with a packed programme for the new season opening with an afternoon treat Sunday 1st March 3pm Emily Bennett brings her acclaimed concert version of PIAF to the space. With Matthew Snow on accordion, Oliver Wood on piano and Hattie Bennett on bass. This will be a real treat not to…
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Murder at Midnight, currently playing at The New Wolsey in Ipswich, is a hugely enjoyable murder mystery — and yes in this case, murder really is fun. Written by Torben Betts, this murder farce is packed with dark humour, clever plotting, and plenty of theatrical flair. A brilliantly designed set allows the audience to follow…
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Kicking off an exciting month at Felixstowe’s award-winning Spa Pavilion Theatre, it’s the unmissable ‘Cliff and the Shadows Tribute’, starring Jimmy Jemain – on Sunday 1st February! Jimmy has been performing his Cliff tribute show for 30 years, and has also starred in London’s West End, in ‘Cliff – The Musical’. Even Sir Cliff himself…
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Christmas is the time when lots of families head to the theatre for the annual panto… but if you fancy something a little different this year, there’s a great festive alternative right here in our region. Ipswich-based Eastern Angles have once again delivered their trademark alternative Christmas show — this time, a lively East Anglian twist on…
Read More about Review: Treasure Island (Eastern Angles)
Pantomimes should be fun, entertaining and full of joyous escapism for audiences young and old. For a couple of hours each Christmas, we get to step away from the mundane and into a magical world of fairytales—and no theatre does that better than the Mercury in Colchester. This year, the Mercury turns its hand to Mother…
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This year marks the 25th anniversary of the New Wolsey Theatre’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto, and with a cast of very talented actor-musicians bringing Beauty and the Beast to the stage this Christmas season, this show really is a festive gift. The prince upsets the evil Snarliana by not allowing her to use his loo……
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