Leonora Carrington: Avatars & Alliances

26 October 2024 - 23 February 2025

Step into the magical and mystical world of Leonora Carrington, the British-Mexican painter and novelist, in her debut exhibition in the East of England.

Surrealism Poetry Workshop with Derek Adams

22 November 2024

7:30 pm

New to writing poetry or an experienced poet? Our Surrealism Poetry Workshop with Derek Adams will help you to revitalise your writing!

Jane Ostler: Finding the Hand of Kindness

12 October 2024 - 23 February 2025

“Finding The Hand of Kindness” is inspired by Jane’s own life, reflecting on her roles as a caregiver, the impact of patriarchal expectations, and the everyday moments of kindness. Through her art, Jane invites us to see how creativity can be a source of comfort and connection.

Drag Life Drawing with Sirena Hart

04 January - 01 March 2025

Multiple times available

A one-of-a-kind life drawing class, where your tutor and model will offer multiple poses in fantastical settings.

Nature drawing workshop with Lisa Temple-Cox

08 December 2024 - 23 March 2025

Multiple times available

Explore observational drawing and discover your favourite medium with this nature drawing workshop.

Billy Elliot The Musical Live (20th Anniversary)

30 March - 02 April 2025

Multiple times available

Billy Elliot The Musical shows Billy’s journey from the boxing ring and into a ballet class where he discovers a passion for dance.

Emilia Pérez

29 November - 05 December 2024

Multiple times available

Through liberating song, dance and bold visuals, this odyssey follows Emilia Pérez and remarkable women in Mexico, in pursuit of happiness.

National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being Earnest

20 February 2025

7:00 pm

Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy – The Importance of Being Earnest.

Kiss Me, Kate: The Musical

29 November - 01 December 2024

Multiple times available

Porter’s legendary Kiss Me, Kate: The Musical comedy has backstage shenanigans, Shakespearean sonnets, singing gangsters and a hot romance!

Andre Rieu’s 2024 Christmas Concert: Gold and Silver

07 - 08 December 2024

Multiple times available

Celebrate the holiday season with André Rieu’s 2024 Christmas Concert: Gold and Silver, exclusively in cinemas!

Festive Canal Folk Art

08 December 2024

2:00 pm

Delve into the techniques of Canal Folk Art this season with a Festive Canal Folk Art session and take home your flowery bauble masterpieces!

EA Festival: Tattoos – Matt Lodder

28 November 2024

Multiple times available

EA Festival, Essex Book Festival and Firstsite are excited to present a talk with Matt Lodder, author of a new book entitled, Tattoos.

Macbeth: David Tennant & Cush Jumbo

06 - 09 February 2025

Multiple times available

Witness this gripping tale in a brand-new production of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth staring David Tennant & Cush Jumbo.

MET Opera Live: Tosca

23 November 2024

5:45 pm

Puccini’s MET Opera Live: Tosca about a volatile diva, a sadistic police chief, and an idealistic artist has offended and thrilled audiences!

Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration

22 November 2024

Multiple times available

Tuscany, Italy, bursts to life with enchanting melodies at the Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration featuring surprise guest appearances!

Dahomey (Captioned)

22 - 23 November 2024

Multiple times available

Dahomey is a poetic and immersive work of art that delves into real perspectives on appropriation, self-determination and restitution.

A Different Man

21 November 2024

Multiple times available

Edward undergoes a radical medical procedure to drastically transform his appearance but this turns into a nightmare in A Different Man.

Introduction to Collage

24 January - 28 February 2025

Multiple times available

Sociable, creative and fun Introduction to Collage Workshop where you’ll learn new techniques, unwind and have a delicious lunch together.

Joker: Folie À Deux (Captioned)

21 November 2024

4:00 pm

Joker: Folie À Deux finds Arthur Fleck institutionalized at Arkham awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker.

National Theatre Live: Prima Facie

05 December 2024

Multiple times available

Tony award-winning Prima Facie, shows Tessa a brilliant barrister who is forced to confront the lines of patriarchal power.

The Apprentice

22 - 27 November 2024

Multiple times available

The origins of Donald Trump are brought to life in a provocative, electrifying portrait of the man and his mentor in The Apprentice.

The Black Pirate (1926) – with live piano accompaniment

30 November 2024

2:30 pm

Experience The Black Pirate, one of the monumental accomplishments of the silent era, with a live piano accompaniment by Lillian Henley!

The Room Next Door

29 November - 05 December 2024

Multiple times available

Ingrid and Martha were close friends in their youth, but after years of being out of touch they meet again in The Room Next Door.

The Royal Ballet: Cinderella

15 December 2024

2:00 pm

Be transported into an ethereal world at the The Royal Ballet: Cinderella where a sprinkling of fairy dust makes dreams come true.

The Wild Robot (Parent & Baby)

03 December 2024

11:30 am

When The Wild Robot, Rozzum 7134, a futuristic robot washes ashore on a deserted island, tale of survival and discovery begins.

A Christmas Carol (2020)

14 December 2024

2:00 pm

A Victorian family prepares a performance of the timeless story A Christmas Carol, in a magical world of dancers and stylised sets.  

CBeebies Panto: Beauty and the Beast

07 December 2024

2:00 pm

The annual CBeebies Panto is back this year to celebrate the joyous season with the CBeebies Panto: Beauty and the Beast!

Dahomey (Parent & Baby)

28 November 2024

11:30 am

Dahomey is a poetic and immersive work of art that delves into real perspectives on appropriation, self-determination and restitution.

Lee

05 - 13 December 2024

Multiple times available

Photographer Lee Miller is determined to document the truth of the Nazi regime in spite of the odds stacked against female correspondents.

Halla Groves-Raines: Life in Patterns

16 November 2024 - 20 April 2025

Discover fresh perspectives from modern Essex and Suffolk through the faces and stories of its residents in an intimate portrait exhibition by Essex-based artist Halla Groves-Raines.

CBeebies Panto: Beauty and the Beast (Relaxed)

08 December 2024

11:00 am

The annual CBeebies Panto is back this year to celebrate the joyous season with the CBeebies Panto: Beauty and the Beast!

Timestalker

22 - 27 November 2024

Multiple times available

The hapless heroine Agnes reincarnated every time she makes the same mistake: falling in love with the wrong man in Timestalker.