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.
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.
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.
The Best in Comedy show returns at Witham Public Hall in January with an amazing line-up featuring the wonderful Sara Pascoe, Jack Skipper, Jenny Collier & Adam Beardsmore!
Sara Pascoe decided she wanted to be famous at 14 years old. Since then, she has auditioned for Barrymore, scared Pete Burns and ruined Hugh Grant’s birthday - but look at her now… (please look, she needs you to look. And clap. And laugh. And then clap again).
Whether telling stories of life as a family man or observations on working-class life, Jack Skipper's everyday guy persona has gained an impressive following on social media, with over 14 million likes on TikTok alone and 360,000 followers on Instagram.
Jenny Collier is a multi-award winning stand-up comedian, writer and actor. An established regular on the international club and festival circuit, Jenny recently supported Jason Manford on his UK tour and has appeared on The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan.
Hailing from the West Midlands, Adam Beardsmore performs up and down the UK in some of the country’s best clubs. He has recently supported Josh Pugh and Suzi Ruffell on their UK tours and was nominated for BBC New Act of the Year.
NOTE: Over 18s only.
Line-Up subject to change without notice.
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Telling the story of convict-cum-insurgent Jean Valjean living in 19th century France, Les Misérables is a passionate, powerful story where sacrifice and redemption triumphs all. Set to a rousing soundtrack by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg, Les Misérables has been seen by over 70 million people worldwide. The revolutionary 20th century production transformed the future of dramatic storytelling forevermore, adapting Victor Hugo's epic into a two-act musical.
Join top magician Danny Lee Grew in his brand new mind boggling one man show featuring jaw dropping magic, illusion, laughs, gasps, and stunning sleight of hand sorcery. A show not to be missed – no rabbits, no top hats and most importantly, no ‘magic tricks’ - just miracles. 24K Magic brings you the kind of magic you only get to see on screen, but live, in the flesh and under the most impossible conditions.
You may have seen him on Susan Calman’s Summer by the Sea (Channel 5), or The Real Stories of The Social Network (ITV/CBS America).
He is a popular live performer that regularly tours the UK in shows such as Marvels of Mystery and BBC’s The Good Old Days.
In 2021, Danny was handpicked to host The Magic Circle Christmas Show, an annual festive tradition in London’s West End since 1967, but now he brings his 24K Magic to Witham Public Hall for 1 night only!
Save when you book 10 or more tickets - just £10 each!
The Best in Comedy show returns at Witham Public Hall in March with another stacked line-up featuring the fantastic Seann Walsh, Nick Helm, Rich Wilson & Jack Hester!
Seann Walsh has been described by the Guardian as ‘the best observational comedian of his generation’; this Edinburgh Award nominee’s last UK tour show ended with standing ovations around the country. Seann has starred in Netflix’s Flinch, Live at the Apollo, Tonight at the London Palladium, Celebrity Juice, The Stand Up Sketch Show, Virtually Famous, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Chatty Man and Stand Up Central.
Nick Helm is one of Britain’s most loved comedians for his multiple, memorable & moving television appearances and legendary rollercoaster live shows. Nick is a firm TV favourite with unforgettable appearances on shows such as 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Live at the Apollo, Russell Howard’s Good News and Celebrity Mastermind.
Rich Wilson's “tour de force” (Leicester Mercury) performances have earned him a win for Best International Guest at the New Zealand Comedy Awards, followed by a sell-out run in which saw him nominated for the same award again.
Jack Hester is a good craic, high-energy Irish storytelling comedian with over 10 million views on social media.
NOTE: Over 18s only.
Line-Up subject to change without notice.
Following sell-out shows nationwide, the UK’s top true crime theatre tour is back with a brand-new lineup featuring Senior Investigating officer Colin Sutton, who caught serial killer Levi Bellfield and ‘Night Stalker’ Delroy Grant.
Join us for a chilling, thrilling night at the theatre as Colin, who was Head of a Metropolitan Police murder squad tells us the stories of how he caught some of the UK’s most evil murderers.
In this all-new show, Colin; who the ITV drama series Manhunt, played by Martin Clunes, is based on, will talk you through his remarkable career and what it is like to chase and catch a serial killer in a unique and one-off night at the theatre – for true crime fans and theatre goers alike.
The Makings of a Murderer 2 – A Crime Thriller night at the Theatre!
18 plus advised