Bootleg Boss are a seven-piece band that perform the classic songs of Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band. If you were born to run down backstreets, across badlands and to go dancing in the dark in a brilliant disguise, Bootleg Boss is the band you need to see.

Scottish comedy award winner & viral sensation Gary Meikle has risen through the ranks quicker than most and is now in high demand at the best comedy clubs across the UK! He has recently been supporting huge names such as Jason Manford, Tom Stade & Milton Jones and now he’s bringing his own show, The iBrow Guy, to Witham Public Hall as part of his semi-permanent tour! He'll guide us through eyebrow etiquette, logic, laws and how it’s changed his life as he'll now forevermore be known as the eyebrow guy. Gary is not one for mincing his words so expect the unexpected from this playfully dark effervescent rising star.

Eastern Angles return with their 2019 touring production.
Two brothers, Tucky and Nathan grow up on the banks of Breydon Water alongside tomboy, Eliza. The three of them are inseparable. As they grow older the inevitable happens…Eliza turns into a woman and they both fall for her. But tragedy tears the trio apart and years later it is time to discover the truth of what really happened…

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Another special afternoon show from the ever-popular entertainer, Jeff Short and his Musicians, this time featuring the music of the legendary rat-pack singer, Nat King Cole. Jeff will be singing all the best-loved songs made famous by this giant of the entertainment world, including When I Fall In Love, Ramblin’ Rose, Unforgettable and many, many more.

Are you still unconvinced by the notion of an Afterlife? Then come and listen to the case given by acclaimed medium Ronnie Buckingham – his aim is to reunite members of the audience with friends and loved ones in the spirit world – and then decide.

This event is for entertainment purposes only. Witham Public Hall Trust accepts no responsibility for any claims made.

Miss & Mister Pole Essex is returning for its 3rd year, welcoming all styles of pole including theatrical, comical, lyrical, sporty and heels. The event is strictly for over 18s as the compere will be including adult humour throughout the show. On stage will be beginners who have never performed before, right through to experienced polers. A fun, entertaining and unique experience.

Strut your stuff to DJs Texas Tommy and Vintage Rob at another of Essex Wildlife Trust’s popular Badger Boogies, with all proceeds going to protect threatened wildlife on nature reserves in Essex.Come at 7.00 for an hour’s free dance class for the ‘Badger Boogie Stroll’.
Free tea and coffee, but no bar so please bring your own drinks.

With 2019 being the 75th anniversary of D-Day w are hosting an afternoon 40s Tea Dance, sponsored by Aegon. The admission price of just £5 includes afternoon tea. The event will be perfect for those who like to dance as well as those who prefer to just sit and listen.
Guests are invited to dress in 40s style.

An entertaining look at the world of antiques with one of its best raconteurs. The second half of the show will be an Antiques Roadshow style look at items brought along by members of the audience, so dig out your family heirlooms and find out their history - who knows what treasures we may uncover!

Bob Larbey is best known as the writer of The Good Life and Ever Decreasing Circles. In his first stage play we meet Cooper, who has gone into a nursing home rather than become a burden on his family, as he flirts valiantly with the female staff, banters with the other old folks and keeps a close check on his “record of physical deteriorations”. To the painful ritual of Sunday family visits and empty condescension, Cooper and his friend Aylott reply with humour and wit, aware that life can only be endured if treated as a comedy.

Celebrating the very best in music from America's 'Music City' this show promises an exciting fusion of pure Country gold with 'New Country' blockbusters! Guitarist, vocalist and band-leader Bob Drury, who has been selling out in theatres across the country for the past 8 years with his highly acclaimed shows, heads up an amazing cast of musicians to a deliver a set of pristine classics from the likes of Johnny Cash, Glen Campbell, Brad Paisley, Garth Brooks, Willie Nelson and Kenny Rogers. Featuring Bob's daughter Harriet on female lead vocals the band present stunning versions of monster hits from Shania Twain, Dolly Parton, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift, Eva Cassidy, June Carter and many more. With their combined talents Bob and Harriet also lovingly re-create vocal duets from Country's Hall of Fame.

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Witham’s very own Johnny Mack will be taking you through George Michael’s back catalogue of hits from his 30 year career, covering hits such as Careless Whisper and Faith. You’ll also be treated to some of Wham’s classics, including Wake Me Up Before You Go Go. With a live band and his amazing backing singers this is a show not to be missed. Get your tickets now for a night of singing and dancing.

Colne Philharmonic Orchestra, under conductor Michael Whittaker, present an evening of Mendelssohn featuring the 2017 Essex Young Musician of the Year and BBC Young Musician of the Year String Finalist 2018, Elodie Chousmer Howelles, who will be performing the Violin Concerto in E minor Opus 64. Also on the programme are the Overture to The Fair Melusina and Symphony No. 3 in A minor Opus 56, The Scottish.

In a brand new show on the circuit Darren Page will entertain you with all of Orbison’s biggest hits, including I Drove All Night, Running Scared, In Dreams and many, many more. The memories are endless as Darren covers everything from Orbison’s early years with Sun Records to his stint with supergroup the Traveling Wilburys.

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As part of their 50th anniversary of Woodstock tour, CCRevived will be authentically recreating the sound of the classic Creedence era. They play a setlist dedicated to the Fogerty brothers, including all the classic tracks, such as Proud Mary, Bad Moon Rising, Have You Ever Seen The Rain?, Green River, Down On The Corner, Fortunate Son and many more.

An amazing cast of Essex Group performers will bring you a wonderful night of West End Songs that will have you cheering for more. This year the Essex Group is delighted to introduce their junior cast to the show, who will be performing songs from My Fair Lady, The Lion King, The Wizard of Oz and Half A Sixpence. This is in addition to the adult principal players who once again will mesmerise you with their beautiful singing voices.

An exciting musical theatre workshop based week for 8-13 year-olds, 5th – 9th of August, and for 13-21 year-olds, 12th–16th August. To book places or for more information, including times and prices, go to www.wow.org.uk/Summer-schools.

A talk by Karen Kenny

Do Something Amazing....
96% of us rely on the other 4% to give blood.
Please don't leave it to someone else. For further details about becoming a blood donor please visit the National Blood Service site.

Do Something Amazing....
96% of us rely on the other 4% to give blood.
Please don't leave it to someone else. For further details about becoming a blood donor please visit the National Blood Service site.

Following his sell-out concert in August 2018 it was only natural we would want to see the return to the Public Hall of this legend of British Rock 'n' Roll. With fans from far and wide already booking tickets you'll need to get your order in early if you don't want to miss out!