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14/11/2026
Entertainment
Dear Evan Hansen is a musical drama about Evan, a socially anxious and lonely high school senior who desperately wants to feel accepted and find a sense of belonging. As part of a writing exercise recommended by his therapist, Evan begins writing daily letters to himself, each starting with the familiar phrase, “Dear Evan Hansen…” When…
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Looking for a Christmas theatre experience that’s a little different? Step inside the wonderfully atmospheric world of Eastern Angles, where a classic story meets Suffolk history, inventive theatre and Christmas magic. This new adaptation of Oliver Twist is storytelling for the whole family, bringing together rich theatrical storytelling, original music, inventive puppetry and plenty of…
Read More about This Christmas – ask for More!Prepare to set sail on a thrilling musical adventure as Suffolk Men’s Chorus and their guests the VIPs, present Beyond The Sea. Brought to life with atmospheric stage dressing, costumes, and lighting, this theatrical journey follows a colourful cast of travellers, fishermen and pirates that are bound together by the ocean. The concert takes place…
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Christmas will officially arrive in Ipswich on Sunday 15th November, when the town’s festive lights are switched on in the Cornhill, marking the start of the town’s Christmas celebrations. This year’s switch-on will be extra special as Ipswich Central launches its new ‘Follow the Stars’ Christmas campaign, bringing brand-new, fully programmable Christmas lights to the…
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The Mercury Theatre Colchester have announced the full cast and creative team for its 2026 pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk. Joining the previously announced cast of Antony Stuart-Hicks as Dame Tilly Trott, Dale Superville as Trevor Trott, Sasha Latoya as Fairy Peaseblossom and Jaimie Pruden as Augusta Bigbucks will be three more returning cast members…
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Cinderella rocks back into the New Wolsey Theatre continuing the theatre’s 25-year tradition of Rock ‘n’ Roll pantomimes. New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich has announced the cast and creative team for this year’s Rock ‘n’ Roll pantomime, Cinderella, bringing together acclaimed Actor-Musicians and theatremakers for the title that launched the much-loved annual tradition there in 2001. Returning…
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A Fantastic Trip Back to the 90s – How Soon Is Now? The most recent offering at Ipswich’s New Wolsey Theatre was, How Soon Is Now? a wonderful mix of nostalgia, fantastic music, humour, friendship and some surprisingly moving moments. Set in a Manchester nightclub on New Year’s Eve 1997, the story follows three young…
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On Thursday 12th November at 7.30pm, Elmswell History Group look forward to welcoming back renowned local military historian, Taff Gillingham, for his talk on “Suffolk Regiment’s WW2 Prisoners of War”. Born in Ipswich with a passion for British Military history since his teens, Taff’s interest in the Suffolk Regiment comes from his uncle who completed his National Service with…
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The final exhibition in Ipswich’s landmark Constable 250 programme will open at Christchurch Mansion this autumn, showcasing how John Constable’s work continues to inspire creativity, community and artistic expression today. Constable to Contemporary, running from 24th October 2026 to 28th February 2027, will highlight the artistic and cultural relevance of Constable’s art through a range…
Read More about Final constable 250 exhibition The people of Ipswich will come together on Sunday 8th November to honour the servicemen and women who gave their lives in conflicts around the world, remembering all those who have served and continue to serve in the Armed Forces. The annual Remembrance Sunday service will take place at the Cenotaph in Christchurch Park, with…
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There’s a new museum in the heart of Ipswich, and it’s a little different from your traditional museum. MOTE – Museum of the Environment is a space for exploring how our world is changing, bringing together art, science, history, ideas and community. Located at 13 Museum Street, MOTE invites visitors to discover environmental stories through exhibitions,…
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