Things to do in Southend-on-Sea

The Streets

The Mike Skinner-fronted project known for blending genres that include garage, hip hop, indie and ska.Inspired by bands like Run-DMC, Beastie Boys, De La Soul,…

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Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

At the age of eight Jools Holland could play the piano fluently by ear, and by the time he reached his early teens he was proficient and confident enough to be…

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Jeff Wayne's War of the Worlds

Take cover -- it's the original (prog-rock) score for the HG Wells novel adaptation, performed live on this Arena tour, with holographic Liam Neeson.

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Huey Morgan - The Fun Lovin' Criminal

Huey Morgan, the charismatic frontman of Fun Lovin’ Criminals and respected broadcaster, has carved out a unique place in modern music by blending rock, hip hop…

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Chris Ramsey: Here Man

Following overwhelming demand (mainly from his wife Rosie who is desperate to get him out of the house), Chris Ramsey will be back on the road in 2026 with a br…

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The Proclaimers

The Proclaimers have carved a niche for themselves where pop, folk, new wave and punk collide as the emotional honesty, political fire, wit and sing-along rauco…

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The Australian Pink Floyd Show

Performing the music of Pink Floyd with note for note perfection, this critically acclaimed show has been astonishing audiences worldwide for more than three de…

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Michael Starring Ben

Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic.MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's u…

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Simon Brodkin: Unleashed

Acclaimed comedian and professional hoaxerHe’s the comedian who showered FIFA president Sepp Blatter with cash, handed Prime Minister Theresa May her P45, and c…

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The Muppet Christmas Carol with Live Orchestra

Senbla presents The Muppet Christmas Carol - Film with Live OrchestraDisney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol will be presented live in concert this winter across th…

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Susan Calman

A decade older, but not necessarily wiser, Susan has found herself in some improbable situations over the years.

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ALLSTARS: The Music of ABBA

Four stars. One iconic soundtrack.Don’t miss pop royalty Samantha Mumba, Duncan James, Antony Costa (Blue) and Una Healy (The Saturdays), as they unite to celeb…

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Gabrielle

Through the first chapter of her career from her emergence in 1993 through to 2007, Gabrielle was a constant presence in the UK charts.

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Murder Trial Tonight V: Death in the Family

Murder Trial Tonight returns after four previous sold-out seasons with its most gripping case yet.Murder Trial Tonight V: Death in the Family brings a chilling…

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Chop Suey + Slip-NOT + The Violent Inzident

Join us for a fun evening with nu metal tribute acts, Chop Suey, Slip-NOT and The Violent Inzident.The perfect blend of nostalgia and mayhem.

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Forever Nu - 25th Anniversary Of Toxicity & Iowa

FOREVER NU - 25th anniversary of Toxicity & IOWA special! Chop Suey, Slip-Not, A7Xperience, Propa RoachFeaturing members of Dragonforce, Anti-Nowhere League, Ti…

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L.A. Guns

L.A. Guns are an American hard rock band from Los Angeles, formed in 1983. The lineup currently consists of Tracii Guns, Phil Lewis, Ace Von Johnson, Johnny Mar…

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Tony Hadley: Christmas Big Band Tour

Flying Music presents: Tony Hadley: The Christmas Big Band Tour 2026The voice of the 80s returns with a swinging celebration of classic crooners and his own tim…

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The Stylistics

One of the most accomplished soul bands to grace the R&B scene, The Stylistics bring with them the sweet, soulful memories of years past.

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Nish Kumar: Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy

The world is in chaos. Inequality is widening, autocracy is rising and political parties are collapsing.

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Bad Manners

Fronted by Buster Bloodvessel (born Douglas Trendle), the band was formed in 1976 while the members were at school together, and among their early incarnations…

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Ginger Johnson

You’ve seen her in the Masterchef kitchen… You’ve seen her on the Drag Race runway… Now it’s time to see her in her element: outrageous, untamed and completely…

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The Classic Rock Show

‘The Classic Rock Fan’s Ultimate Live Juke Box!’From AC/DC to ZZ Top and everything in between, including Led Zeppelin, Dire Straits, Queen, The Eagles, Lynyrd…

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Emo Fest

The greatest tribute night to the music that was never just a phase!All the biggest emo songs in existence with a live band & live DJs spinning all the angst yo…

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Anthony Gomes

With a guitar slung over his shoulder and the amps turned up full tilt, Anthony Gomes electrifies blues and rock at a 21st century crossroads of his own.

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Emeli Sandé

Emeli Sandé is one of Britain’s most successful living songwriters. Her debut album Our Version of Events, which sold over 5.4 million copies to date, was the b…

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Alan Carr: Have I Said Too Much?

Alan Carr’s back on tour and his lips are unsealed!With a big mouth and a talent for oversharing, Alan’s ready to dish some drama.

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Nine Below Zero

One of the UK’s finest Rhythm ’n’ Blues bands, Nine Below Zero formed in 1979 and named themselves after the famous Sonny Boy Williamson song.

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Al Murray: All You Need Is Guv

Hey cool cats! Hot on the heels of a sell-out 138 date tour of these green and groovy isles, The Guv will be back, baby, with a brand-new stand-up show for 2026…

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The Dualers

A musical force of sheer ska and party spirit; The Dualers' rise to kings of good times and the live music circuit has been a remarkable feat.Over what has been…

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Maisie Adam: Whatsherface

Straight off the back of Taskmaster, A League Of Their Own, and Last One Laughing, Maisie Adam is back with her brand new show Whatsherface.Join the "tall, chao…

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Will Young

Will Young has spent the last two decades at the forefront of pop after bursting onto the scene in 2002 as the original winner of Pop Idol.

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Lighthouse Family

British pop-soul musical duo formed in 1993 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.

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The Fratellis

Glaswegian trio with the knees-up indie anthems.

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Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan

Due to phenomenal demand, award winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan will hit the road again in 2027, continuing the success of his bigge…

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Chesney Hawkes

Born into a musical family (his father is the singer Chip Hawkes, formerly with the 1960s band The Tremeloes), Chesney Hawkes’ own career began at 19, when he a…

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Jeff Innocent: Leaning in

Following on from his smash hit debut tour and comedy special ‘Smart Casual’, Jeff Innocent returns with an all new hour of standup.

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Matt Bragg

The son of television warm up man Bobby Bragg, Matt has been performing stand up all over the country for the last 7 years.

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Bianca Del Rio

Bianca Del Rio, the alter ego of seasoned comic Roy Haylock and season 6 winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race, is a self-professed 'clown in a gown'.

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Count Arthur Strong - And it’s Goodnight From Me!

Count Arthur Strong continues on for one last time, as he says what just might be his final goodbye, to whoever’s listening.

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Mike Wozniak: The Bench

New stand-up tour show from Mike Wozniak in which a story about a bench will be prominent.

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Jack Skipper

Stand up comedian and Internet sensation Jack Skipper is embarking on his first UK Tour.Join Jack and friends in a number of venues across the UK for a night of…

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Change-Change of Heart 40th Anniv Tour+SouLutions+DJ Chris Brown

Iconic 80s Soul/ Disco band, Change are celebrating the re-release of their classic 1984 album Change of Heart with a 40th Anniversary Tour. 4 dates at Londons…

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Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny

Jimmy tells jokes, and jokes are like magnets. Jokes attract people, but they can also repel. Some people are repelled by Jimmy's dark brand of comedy.

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Psychic Sally

In almost every way, Sally Morgan is an ordinary woman. She's a wife, mother and grandmother.

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The Horne Section

Following their hit BBC Radio 4 series, and many years of sell-out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and London’s West End, don’t miss everyone’s favourite…

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Ed Byrne: No Dramas

Ed just wants to live a life free of hassles or drama.He feels he’s earned it, but the world has other plans for him.

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Strictly Come Dancing: Here Come The Boys

Following last year’s sold-out show, Here Come The Boys returns with four incredible dance superstars in this brand new dazzling production.Strictly Come Dancin…

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