Towngate Theatre

Towngate Theatre Towngate Theatre is the hub for the arts at the heart of Basildon.
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A home for an exciting programme of drama, musicals, comedy, gigs and children’s theatre that builds to fever pitch for panto season at Christmas time.

02/06/2026

JUST 4 MEET & GREET TICKETS REMAINING for Kai Widdrington on Friday 17 July 2026!🕺💃
Kai – Evolution takes audiences on a mesmerising journey through an array of dance genres, showcasing Kai’s versatility and passion for dance. Featuring breathtaking choreography, stunning visuals and an incredible cast of dancers, combining a mix of classic Ballroom, Latin and innovative dance routines that showcase Kai’s extraordinary skill and creativity.
Don't miss out on your opportunity to MEET KAI BEFORE THE SHOW! Book your Meet & Greet tickets online now, before they all go! https://towngatetheatre.co.uk/kai-widdrington-evolution/

✨ Our Creatives’ Coffee Mornings are back! ☕Join us in the Gielgud Room for a relaxed, welcoming space to connect with f...
01/06/2026

✨ Our Creatives’ Coffee Mornings are back! ☕

Join us in the Gielgud Room for a relaxed, welcoming space to connect with fellow creatives, artists, and practitioners. Whether you’re looking to network, collaborate, or learn from our sessions, these sessions are for you.

🟡 Free to attend, just book your FREE ticket online

We’ll also be welcoming special guests from Arts Council representatives to industry experts, so there’s plenty of insight and inspiration to tap into.

Coming up:
💡 Funding for Creatives – Monday 22nd June 2026
🏛️ Approaching Venues and Spaces – Thursday 25th June 2026

Don’t miss out! Grab your ticket and come join the conversation.
👉 https://towngatetheatre.co.uk/creative-coffee-morning/

31/05/2026

🌟 "Absolutely loved it. Flawless Throughout!" 🌟 Audiences and critics agree that Rave On - The Ultimate 50s and 60s Experience is a fantastic, feel-good, nostalgia filled night out! Don't miss your chance to boogie and jive along to all your favourite 50's and 60's hits at the Towngate on 18 June!
🎙🎸 Rave On starring The Bluejays features a full live band, playing songs from Buddy Holly, The Beach Boys, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, and more.
Book your tickets now, at: https://towngatetheatre.co.uk/rave-on-bluejays/

🎶YOUR TOWN. YOUR STAGE. YOUR MUSIC🎶Towngate LIVE! returns to our Gielgud Room on Friday 12 June!🎤June's Support Act will...
30/05/2026

🎶YOUR TOWN. YOUR STAGE. YOUR MUSIC🎶
Towngate LIVE! returns to our Gielgud Room on Friday 12 June!🎤
June's Support Act will be singer-songwriter Jessie Reid, the young Shropshire artist’s raw and intimate indie-folk has already racked up over 10 million streams.
Our June Headliners will be M G Boulter & Samantha Whates. Both respected and critically acclaimed singer songwriters in their own right, they are set to release their third collaborative project in the 2026. Flower Days is a collection of alt-folk and experimental recordings, inspired by flowers and their cultural significance throughout history
All of our tickets are just £5 - so what are you waiting for? Book your tickets now at: https://towngatetheatre.co.uk/towngate-live/

🚨TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR Toyah 2027!🎶The High Priestess of Punk, Toyah Willcox, will be bringing her tour - Songs & Sto...
29/05/2026

🚨TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR Toyah 2027!🎶
The High Priestess of Punk, Toyah Willcox, will be bringing her tour - Songs & Stories - to Basildon on Wednesday 6 October 2027.
Even though it's a long way away, we're expecting a full house for this incredible show, so make sure you secure the best seats now! https://towngatetheatre.co.uk/toyah

🚨Tickets are on sale now for Ghost House - a haunting new play, which will be wailing into Basildon on Thursday 11 Febru...
29/05/2026

🚨Tickets are on sale now for Ghost House - a haunting new play, which will be wailing into Basildon on Thursday 11 February 2027 😱👻
Ghost House follows three best friends who, after months of travelling the world, arrive at a remote island lodge for their very last stop. When an unseen presence begins to make itself known, they realise they are not alone...
Ghost House is a chilling blend of supernatural horror and psychological thriller - book early to secure the best seats! https://towngatetheatre.co.uk/ghost-house/

🚨NEW SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT! Toyah is coming to Basildon for one night only on Wednesday 6 October 2027!🎶A singer and actor, ...
28/05/2026

🚨NEW SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT! Toyah is coming to Basildon for one night only on Wednesday 6 October 2027!🎶
A singer and actor, a TV host and author, a multiple BRIT Award nominee and a film star – Toyah has worn many hats during a remarkable career spanning more than 50 years.
Her 2027 tour, Songs & Stories, will be an intimate evening with The High Priestess of Punk, as she shares the incredible story of her life with live music and unforgettable memories.
Tickets go on sale from 10am on Friday - beat the crowds and book early to secure the best seats! https://towngatetheatre.co.uk/toyah

27/05/2026

🎶Taylormania starring Katy Ellis returns to the Towngate on Sunday 14 June!💖💃
Now featuring music from The Life of a Showgirl, the show introduces stunning new costumes and electrifying performances of fan favourites The Fate of Ophelia and Opalite, adding a bold new era to an already breathtaking live set.
Tickets are selling fast, secure the best seats now! https://towngatetheatre.co.uk/taylormania/

CALL-OUT: Basildon Community Micro-Commissions (Paid Opportunity)We’re looking for local creatives to bring new ideas to...
26/05/2026

CALL-OUT: Basildon Community Micro-Commissions (Paid Opportunity)

We’re looking for local creatives to bring new ideas to life.

Towngate Theatre is offering 5 micro-commissions of £700 to support the research, development, or prototyping of new creative work that connects with Basildon communities.

Whether you're an artist, maker, performer, or creative practitioner, this is your chance to test an idea, explore something new, or develop something further. We aren't looking for polished ideas, we want to support work in progress.

What’s included:

- £700 commission to develop your idea

- 1:1 mentoring (creative or producing support tailored to you)

- Peer support through group check-ins

- Opportunity to share your work and get feedback

- Connection into a wider network of local creatives

We’re particularly keen to hear from creatives with ideas that:

- Engage local communities

- Reflect diverse voices and experiences

- Bring something fresh to Basildon

To apply, all we ask is you let us know a little about your practice and what the commission would support you to do.

📍 Open to: Basildon-based (or Basildon-linked) creatives

📅 Apply now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/krhvtEUaQL

📆 Deadline: Friday 26th June @ 1:00pm

Let’s build something together.

🚨NEW SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT! A haunting new play, Ghost House, will be wailing into Basildon on Thursday 11 February 2027 😱👻G...
26/05/2026

🚨NEW SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT! A haunting new play, Ghost House, will be wailing into Basildon on Thursday 11 February 2027 😱👻
Ghost House follows three best friends who, after months of travelling the world, arrive at a remote island lodge for their very last stop. When an unseen presence begins to make itself known, they realise they are not alone...
Ghost House is a chilling blend of supernatural horror and psychological thriller - tickets go on sale from 10am on Friday 29 May - book early to secure the best seats! https://towngatetheatre.co.uk/ghost-house/

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St. Martins Square
Basildon
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Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

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