Shows in October 2025

Kerry Ellis-Queen of the West End

FRIDAY 17th OCTOBER 2025, 7.30pm

Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. From My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You, from Les Miserables to Wicked, in both the West End and on Broadway, she has starred in musical theatre’s biggest roles, making shows her own and earning her numerous awards.

Her list of credits is remarkable and also includes Oliver!, Cats, Miss Saigon, Chess, The War Of The Worlds, and Anything Goes, among many others. She has recorded 4 studio albums and toured the world both as a solo artist and with her good friend Sir Brian May.

And now the star who grew up admiring musical theatre icons Liza Minnelli and Barbra Streisand is looking back on her illustrious career.

Singing songs from the biggest musicals and telling stories about how she came to play roles, this is a unique opportunity to see and hear the West End’s biggest hits in a very intimate setting on a tour of the UK. Don’t miss it.

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Abbamania 2025

SATURDAY 18th OCTOBER 7.30pm

Europe’s leading abba tribute, ABBAMANIA, continue to entertain audiences with their outstanding vocals and musical performance’s live on stage.

Now in their 26th year of touring plant earth this widely acclaimed tribute to ABBA is a sensational two hour show featuring record breaking and timeless hits including “waterloo” “dancing queen”  “mamma mia”  “super trouper” “gimmie gimmie gimmie” and “lay all your love on me” all of these plus many, many more, will have you dancing and having the time of your life.

So, dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable night with ABBAMANIA.

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Paul Zerdin – Jaw Drop Comedy Tour

SUNDAY 19th OCTOBER 7.30pm

Get ready for a night of laughter and jaw-dropping entertainment with the Paul Zerdin – Jaw Drop UK Comedy Tour! Featuring the remarkable talents of ventriloquist Paul Zerdin, the show brings to life a delightful cast of characters including Sam, the cocky teenager; Albert, the 96-year-old with a razor-sharp wit; and the Baby, who hilariously believes the world revolves around him. Adding to the hilarity are Paul’s dim-witted American bodyguard Roger and an outrageous Urban Fox. This tour also marks the return of Paul’s TV and radio personality character, Alasdair Rimmer, who is eager to make a comeback with Paul’s help. As a former America’s Got Talent winner, Paul promises an evening of top-notch stand-up comedy and ventriloquism, including his famous human dummy routine with an exciting new twist. Don’t miss this unforgettable show!

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Drag Me To The 80s

FRIDAY 24th OCTOBER 7.30pm

Meet the cast of our 80’s Divas and join us on an unforgettable journey as this amazing production delivers a dazzling fusion of nostalgia, empowerment and a celebration of the extraordinary.

Get ready to dance, sing and be captivated by the powerhouse vocals of the queens who redefine the stage and bring the spirit of the 80’s roaring back to life.

The show features an incredible full live band and the music of Kylie, Madonna, Whitney, Bananarama, Queen, Abba, Rick Astley, Pet Shop Boys, Erasure, Duran Duran, Wham, Tina Turner and many more…

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XL Comedy Club – OCTOBER

SATURDAY 25th OCTOBER at 7.30PM 

Get ready for stand-up comedy at its best at the West Cliff theatre as Chuckl return with another amazing line up including Ed Byrne, Angelos Epithemiou, Fiona Allen & Tom Ward.

Ed Byrne

As seen on: Mock The Week, Graham Norton Show, QI, Live At The Apollo, Top Gear, Have I Got News For You, Dara & Ed’s Road to Mandalay, Comic Relief Bake Off.
A household name, Ed Byrne’s TV career spans numerous hit shows, but his live stand-up remains unmissable. A master of observational comedy, he’s a must-see act.

Angelos Epithemiou

As seen on: Shooting Stars, Dave’s One Night Stand, The Angelos Epithemiou Show
A cult favourite, Angelos brings his shambolic, weird, and wonderful comedy to the stage.
Think Little Britain meets Vic & Bob. Created by Dan Renton Skinner, Angelos has also appeared in The Spy Who Dumped Me, High Rise, and Friday Night Dinner.

Fiona Allen

As seen on: Smack The Pony, Shameless, Coronation Street, EastEnders, Skins
An Emmy-winning comedian and actor, Fiona is best known for Smack The Pony and a host of TV dramas.
She’s also starred in films like Fat Slags and Gladiatress and won over a new generation of fans in Skins.

Tom Ward

As seen on: Live at The Apollo, Live from The BBC, Roast Battle, Stand Up Central, The Stand Up Sketch Show.
Award-winning and critically acclaimed, Tom has supported Jack Whitehall and Joe Lycett on tour. He also presented LADbible’s In My Personal Space, interviewing top celebs.

Please note the line up may be subject to change. In rare circumstances where the lineup does change we will replace acts with similar artists. All tickets are purchased for the show and not to see particular comedians.

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Time To Shine

SUNDAY 26th OCTOBER 7.30pm

A Community production, produced, directed and performed by young local talent.

Returning for its eleventh year and featuring a line-up of the very best from across the region, Time To Shine gives young performers a platform to showcase their passion, energy and enthusiasm for theatre and helps to encourage and nurture new talent.

Established in 2011 in memory of former West Cliff Chairman, the profits from the show fund the Mike Freeman Award. This award supports successful applicants in furthering their education and development in technical and performing arts.

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TheatreTrain-Alphabeat!

WEDNESDAY 29th OCTOBER 7.30pm

      A fabulous dance show from Theatretrain Clacton dancing their way through the Alphabet using song names and well-known artists to bring all styles of dance to life. A great family show for all ages with stunning costumes so join them for an amazing feel good, foot tapping evening out! 

A Community Production presented by the young Performers from Clacton TheatreTrain.

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