Holding Back the Years deliver the world’s most authentic tribute to Simply Red. From intimate venues to the biggest stages, they fully recreate the stunning and mesmerising atmosphere of a live Simply Red concert. Their amazing lead vocalist, backed by a band of world class musicians, fully capture the essence and era defining sounds of Mick Hucknall and Simply Red.

If you are a fan of Simply Red or just a fan of good music, top class musicianship and classic hits, you can expect a truly memorable evening!

You won’t want to miss this!!

Direct from the USA on his 2024 Tour, this show is not to be missed! Until 2018 Eban Brown was the frontman of The Stylistics, with his silky tenor and sexy falsetto. You will hear songs such as You Make Me Feel Brand New, Can't Give You Anything, You Are Everything, Betcha By Golly Wow, Stone In Love With You... plus many, many more! Eban and his incredible band will serenade you for one night only. The show is steeped in musical talent and all of these songs will bring back memories and make you feel real good inside!

The Ultimate 80s Party Night! A great set of 80s music and a full set of Spandau Ballet’s biggest songs all in one amazing show to get you up and out of your seats! So True delivers a unique evening so you can sing & dance to some of the best tracks from an amazing era of music. It’s a show over two hours long with two non-stop sets of live music performed to deliver a real party night from the greatest era.

We are delighted to be once again hosting an Afternoon Tea Dance, sponsored by Aegon. There will be dancing to Jeff Short and his Musicians - or you can just sit back and enjoy the music!

The very reasonable admission price of just £6 includes afternoon tea.

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The Rod Stewart Songbook’s spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Rod Stewart,featuring Pete McCall, Europe’s foremost tribute. Along with his sensational live band, you will be taken on a musical journey spanning 50 years, when one of rock music’s greatest icons sold over 250 million records worldwide. These unforgettable hits include Sailing, Maggie May, Da Ya Think I’m Sexy, Some Guys Have All The Luck, Baby Jane, Rhythm Of My Heart, You Wear It Well, Hot Legs and many, many more.

1973-74 was an amazingly productive period for GENESIS, with the releases of Selling England by the Pound and The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway, probably the artistic pinnacle of their early period. How else could Los Endos - Ultimate Genesis celebrate the 50th Anniversary of this moment in time but to craft a set of the very best of these masterpieces that they have called Selling Lamb by the Pound?

Come and enjoy a 2½ hour set of the very best of this music compiled for you by possibly the best Genesis tribute in the UK - great sound, great light show, great experience - the greatest of prog rock. Only the finest cuts, as their poster says!

Our popular annual Real Ale and Gin Festival returns to the Public Hall from the 26th to the 28th September. You can expect an interesting selection of beers and ciders from around the country alongside an international range of fine gins.

There will be hot food available throughout the festival and live entertainment Saturday evening.

This year's provisional beer list can be downloaded here while the gins can be found here.

The Best in Comedy show returns to Witham Public Hall this October with another stacked line-up featuring the fantastic Marcus Brigstocke, Steve Bugeja, Russell Hicks & James Ellis!
Marcus Brigstocke is the master of satirical comedy and has proved to be blisteringly funny over a wide range of topics. He has notched up an impressive list of TV credits including his role as team captain on Argumental, and host of The Late Edition and I’ve Never Seen Star Wars. Other appearances include; Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News for You, Mock the Week, QI and The 11 O’Clock Show, to name a few.

Steve Bugeja is one of the circuit’s most exciting performers. Steve co-created and co-wrote the ITV2 sitcom Buffering with Iain Stirling. He previously hosted the BBC Radio 4 series Economics with Subtitles and has made numerous appearances on TV shows including The Russell Howard Hour, Love Island: Aftersun, Russell Howard’s Stand-Up Central and Zoe Ball on Saturday.

Russell Hicks is one of the UK’s most razor-sharp and exciting comic talents. An American based in London, he is a provocative and exuberant comedian with a rockstar edge, and has appeared on some of the UK’s biggest TV networks, including Channel 4, BBC and ITV.

Award-winning comedian James Ellis is a rising star in the UK comedy scene. His sharp observational humour and clever punchlines have won him rave reviews from critics and audiences alike.

NOTE: Over 18s only.
Line-Up subject to change without notice.

The superstars of WrestleForce return to the Witham Public hall for another 2 hour professional wrestling extravaganza that the whole family can enjoy! Combatants will duke it out in thrilling contents utilizing incredible maneuvers from bodyslams to acrobatic gymnastic style somersaults off the ropes! And the audience's support might just spur on an extra feat of adrenaline to will on the favourites to victory! An experience not to be missed!

Save 10% when you book more than a week in advance!
Does not include front row

Uncle Funk’s Disco Inferno are the UK’s premiere tribute to the best era of music, DISCO!

Their incredible show has seen them play Glastonbury Festival multiple times, and they are regularly booked for huge shows all over the world. Expect a night of the Greatest Hits of Disco with songs by Chic, Earth, Wind & Fire, Bee Gees, Sister Sledge, Kool & The Gang and many, many more!

Please note seating is unallocated for this event.

The Guitar Legends will mesmerise you with the greatest guitar hits of all time!From the early 1950's to present day.Featuring tracks from the world's most legendary guitarist, including:Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, BB King, Brian May, Hank Marvin, Gary Moore, Carlos Santana, Jimmy Page, Eddie Van Halen, Dave Gilmour, Slash and Stevie Ray Vaughan

A show not to be missed!

The lightweight story, about young, spoilt Henrys and Henriettas just down from Oxford without a clue about what to do with their lives who get involved with a magic piano that gets people dancing as soon as anyone strikes up a tune on it! Salad Days still has an old-fashioned sweetness and positivity that sends people home happier than when they arrived.

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The legend that is Marty Wilde is making another return visit to the Public Hall and we are sure his fans will be delighted. One of the few genuine stars of the Rock 'n' Roll era still touring, he never fails to give 100% satisfaction. Don’t miss out on the chance to see one of Britain’s biggest ever stars live on stage by booking your tickets now!

We're delighted to be hosting a return concert by Shakatak in 2024. This totally professional and ultra-talented band of musicians have enjoyed a level of success and career longevity rarely paralleled in contemporary music, but then Shakatak is a particularly unusual group. Because of the nature of their music their fan base is one that is far reaching while always retaining an “underground” element. This paradox sees the band, who are known primarily as serious jazz/funk musicians, enjoying both high “cult” status and instant recognition as a household name due to their many hit recordings.

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Brentwood Mac have quickly made their mark in the tribute band scene, bringing you the flair and dynamics of one of the world's treasured bands – Fleetwood Mac.

They meticulously recreate the sound and essence of the original band, and their attention to detail in capturing the nuances of each era ensures an authentic and unforgettable experience that will leave you wanting more!

The 2023 tour was brilliant, with sell-outs and standing ovations reflecting the quality of this magical band… and 2024 is looking even better!
“Beautiful and an amazing band, love the recreation of Eric’s famous and beloved songs, absolutely fascinating band, love it , 10/10 “ was just one of many reviews from delighted fans, all so appreciative of the incredible individual talents of each member of the band.
From the early years and moving all around the catalogue that spans Clapton’s career, expect to hear many of the classics, as well as some you may have forgotten!
ERIC AND THE CLAPTONES are the UK’s leading and longest established tribute to the great man, so don’t settle for anything less…don’t miss this one!

Strike the pose and get up on the dance floor it’s time to open your heart as we’ve got the key!
Join us for an incredible night, as we cherish the love and celebrate the incredible career of the best-selling female artist of all time - Madonna!
This energetic, dazzling, colourful production, recreates the highlights from her breath-taking live tours, playing you all the hits for the ultimate concert night out!
So don't go for second best, put your love to the test and Get into the Groove!

Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape from her mundane routine is the perfect couple she watches from the train every day, happy and in love. Or so it appears. When Rachel learns that the woman has disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.

The Girl On The Train is based on the best-selling novel by Paula Hawkins which was later made into a fim starring Emily Blunt. This stage version was adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel, receiving its debut performance in 2018.

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Who's Next are the premier live tribute to The Who. They capture a magical point in time when many believed that The Who were the greatest pop and rock group on Earth. Who's Next's live show aims to recreate this period in the early 1970s with the aid of authentic stage wear and instruments. The result is a time machine ride back to the days of Live at Leeds, The Isle of Wight Festival, Tanglewood and the Fillmore shows.
The band prides themselves on not only capturing the authentic feel of The Who's music, but also the energy and visual impact of their live shows. So expect to see Townshend's signature windmill swings and scissor kicks, Daltrey's mic swinging, Moon's wild-man antics and Entwistle's icy cool Ox presence. Climb aboard the magic bus, a must for any Who fan!

Witham Holy Family and All Saints Church will be holding their annual Christmas Fair on Saturday 30th November between 10.00am and 1.00pm.

Why not pop along to browse the tempting stalls and grab something to eat in a wonderful festive atmosphere?

The Best in Comedy show returns to Witham Public Hall this December with another top line-up featuring the hilarious Laura Smyth, Paul McCaffrey, Jake Farrell & Joe Foster!

Laura Smyth is a comedian from East London who has taken the comedy scene by storm, who supported Jack Whitehall on his latest tour. Her TV appearances include Live At The Apollo, The Jonathan Ross Show, Frankie Boyle’s New World Order and Cats Does Countdown.

Paul McCaffrey is an award-winning comedian and headlines at the biggest comedy clubs in the country. He has starred in Live at the Apollo, Impractical Jokers, Russell Howard’s Good News and Comedy Central’s Stand Up Central.

Join rising comedy star Jake Farrell as he finds out how far he would go for the people he loves.

Joe Foster is a stand-up comedian from Brighton with a sharp, dry wit and likeable persona which has established him as a firm favourite with audiences around the country.

NOTE: Over 18s only.
Line-Up subject to change without notice.

This new band provides a vibrant tonic pumped into the aching hungry heart of every Bruce Springsteen fan.
You can expect an ‘E-Street’ experience that captures the unique seven-piece band line-up through arrangements from legendary concerts spanning the Boss's career.
The band reproduces the original arrangements from the 1970s The Wild, The Innocent and a slow, bluesy ‘E Street Shuffle’ as well as the iconic anthems from the ‘Born to Run’ tour. More gems from the 1980s capture the crisp, rasping sound of the ‘Professor’s’ piano, Federici’s organ and Clarence’s sax from ‘The River’ tour, as well as a few stadium foot-stompers from the ‘Born in the USA’ tour.
Bruce Juice don't like the term 'tribute band', instead they just want to offer the essence and excitement of a high-energy Springsteen concert.

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Supersonic Queen have been touring the UK collectively for over 10 years now, performing a magical tribute to Queen. The band now has its strongest, most talented line up yet! With a top-class set of musicians who care deeply about delivering the most authentic and entertaining performance, Supersonic Queen put on an action-packed show that it is truly 'guaranteed to blow your mind'!
So take a trip back in time to experience the magic and excitement of a live Queen concert with Supersonic Queen: their energy, enthusiasm and on-stage chemistry is mesmerizing as they belt out hit after hit. Round up your family and friends, book your tickets and get ready to rock – It IS a kind of magic! A full evening all hits show not to be missed.

This international smash-hit tribute show brings all of ABBA’s number one hits to the stage in a production like no other. The hugely popular show, combines the unmistakable harmonies, colourful costumes, and dazzling performances by an all-star cast that’ll have you thanking ABBA for the music again and again!

Always popular, you'll need to book early to secure your seats for this one!

The Essex Group are delighted to transport you all to Nottingham forest for our 2024 Pantomime, Robin Hood. This classic story promises to be a fantastic fun evening for whole family. Full of laughter, colourful costumes and toe tapping musical numbers. Bringing together a stellar cast of local actors who will delight audiences with an hilarious script directed by Essex Panto legend Luke Coldham.