Chequer Mead is proud to host, support and provide a variety of educational schemes for children and adults of the local area. These include drama summer schools, work experience and theatre tours. For more information, choose an item from the list on the left.
Whats On Theatre Guide
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Richard Digance is known as one of the great folk entertainers of the 70s and 80s, with his career being acknowledged through numerous awards within both the music and entertainment industries, from a BAFTA Nomination as a TV entertainer to a Gold Award from The British Academy of Composers and Songwriters.
As well...
Sebastian (Ryan Gosling), a struggling jazz pianist and Mia (Emma Stone) an auditioning actress, are drawn together...
King Lear (Kevin McNally) decides to divide his kingdom amongst his three daughters, but fails to anticipate the consequences of his actions.
His generosity is cruelly repaid. As he comes to realize the false values by which he has lived, he finally encounters his own humanity.
Broadcast live to Chequer Mead from...
This truly unique show is hosted by Sarah Jayne who has been performing as Dolly Parton for over 25 years and is Europe’s Leading Tribute to the Queen of Country - Dolly Parton.
Sarah Jayne and Award Winning Vocal Impersonator Andy Crust take us on a journey back through time meeting some of the most influential...
From the creative team behind ‘The Hairy Maclary show’ - see all 3 of Nick Sharratt’s ‘Shark in the Park’ books live on Stage!
Featuring all 3 of the ‘Shark in the Park’ Series – Shark in...
This eagerly anticipated night of comedy returns this Autumn with another fab line-up.
ED GAMBLE, the baby-faced comic whose numerous appearances on Mock the Week, Russell Howard’s Stand Up Central, Russell Howard’s Good News, Drunk History, Sweat the Small Stuff, Dave’s One Night Stand to name but a few, headlines...
With tongue firmly in cheek, this tuneful and charmingly hilarious doo-wop spoof of 1950s sci-fi disaster movies follows the misadventures of geeky Skid-Row florist, Seymour, whose fortunes change when he discovers an exotic plant with a craving for fresh blood.
Dark humour, a lively Motown beat - and an Elvis-loving...
Start with an afternoon screening of the 1961 classic film, “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” loosely based on Truman Capote’s novel, and starring Audrey Hepburn as the bewitching Holly Golightly, in probably her most memorable role.
A sumptuous afternoon...
After deciding to sell their zoo in India and move to Canada, Santosh and Gita Patel board a freighter with their sons and a few remaining animals.
Tragedy strikes when a terrible storm sinks the ship, leaving the Patels' teenage son, Pi (Suraj Sharma), as the only human survivor. However, Pi is not alone; a fearsome...
With her natural, contemporary and accurate presentation, TJ is today firmly placed as the UK’s foremost psychic medium and her broad appeal allows her to support private readings, live theatre appearances and events within the UK and internationally.
As well as her appearances on Destiny TV, and ITV3’s The X-tra Factor,...
Internationally renowned Queen Tribute band The Bohemians take you on a high energy roller coaster ride of a concert, featuring the back catalogue of one of the world’s most popular and iconic rock acts of all time.
So many fabulous hits to be covered but they’re all here, from the early piano and harmony...
Back by popular demand. Take a trip down memory lane to the glorious and glamourous days of traditional Victorian Music Hall – a truly golden era.
This glittering galaxy of stars from BBC TV’s The Good Old Days will delight and entertain you with songs you love to sing and the jokes you love to hear, as you get...
Academy Award® nominee Benedict Cumberbatch (BBC’s Sherlock, The Imitation Game) takes on the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy.
Now seen by over 750,000 people worldwide, the original 2015 NT Live broadcast returns to cinemas.
As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart. Forced...
After the success of June’s Friday Night Live event, this evening returns for another night of acoustic music that supports talented local unsigned artists who covering a wide selection of music genres.
So sit back,...
THIS SHOW HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO 23rd March 2018
Jason is delighted to announce that he will be hitting the road once again in the autumn, only this time, it’s a tour with a twist!!
He is headed to new locations across the country and these intimate gigs will be a unique opportunity to see him like you’ve never...
Bring your favourite Teddy friend down to the Teddy Bear’s Forest and join in the fun.
Little Bear is a bit worried about making new friends but you can help him on his journey as he learns when to be wary, when to be scary and when to be bear-y!...
This exciting, illustrated talk shows how recent research highlights not only how valuable...
Chris will display his astounding musical talent, with his repertoire covering from soft rock to beautiful ballads and from recognisable Greek...
Featuring Mitchell Rutter one of the UK’s premiere Michael Buble impersonators, Feeling Good is a musical journey through the story and songs of one of the most important and successful male artists of recent decades.
The show takes you on a journey from Michael’s beginnings, through to hitting the big time, and...
The ConChord Big Band returns with an exciting programme of Big Band music guaranteed to set your foot tapping.
This 17 piece band with singers performs not only your favourite songs and tunes from the era of swing but big band interpretations of more recent popular music.
Roger Hind presents the show adding colour...
Now in its 7th record-breaking year, An Evening of Dirty Dancing: The Tribute Show is a 5 star homage to the greatest movie soundtrack of all time.
The original concert celebration of the iconic music from the multi-award winning soundtrack to Dirty Dancing. A high energy, emotional roller-coaster of an evening with...
The show is full of songs and dances from hit musicals including Bugsy Malone, Hairspray, My Fair Lady, Mamma Mia, Burlesque, Funny Girl, Wizard of Oz, Guys and Dolls and more! With a mixture of solos and group numbers there...
PROFUSION features performances from local dance and stage schools, as well as showcasing some of the talents from the local community with sounds provided by the Junior DJ project.
Liza Pulman, the acclaimed singer and comedienne and one third of the satirical and much loved comedy trio Fascinating Aida, brings her new show Liza Sings Streisand to Chequer Mead for the very first time.
This is no Stars In Their Eyes, this is no Channel 5 biopic, this is sexy, sassy Liza weaving together history,...
New York, 1971. There’s a party on the stage of the Weismann Theatre. Tomorrow the iconic building will be demolished. Thirty years after their final performance, the Follies girls gather to...
Britains most controversial comedian celebrates an explosive 40 years in show business.
Jim brings to the stage for the first time a truly revealing and hilarious look at his life. From the triumphs to the tragedies.
Jim Davidson as you have never seen him before. A night not to be missed.
Come and help celebrate Chequer Mead’s big 21st Birthday, as we welcome back performers who have graced our stage over the years as well as some of those who will be appearing soon too.
Acts include professional theatre stars performing West End numbers, local students from Roshe School of Dancing and Bullfrog Productions...
The Winter Concert heralds the start of Christmas!
Brought to you by The Band of the Grenadier Guards, there will be a chance to join in with the singing of seasonal songs.
Book early to avoid disappointment and support SSAFA (Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen Families Association), who give essential assistance...
The wicked Carbosse casts a spell on Princess Aurora proclaiming that she will one day prick her finger - and die. The Lilac Fairy changes the spell,...
Watch the talented pupils from Caroline Wright School of Dance as they perform their biannual showcase.
Starting off with an afternoon screening of “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes”, the 1953 American musical comedy film, based on the 1949 stage musical and from the 1925 novel. The film stars Marilyn Monroe as the gold-digger ‘Lorelei Lee’, the role most...
Twenty-five years later, armed with only a handful of memories, his unwavering determination,...
Henry VIII is the only king whose shape you remember.
He bestrides our history like a colossus and the decisions he took still reverberate today. The Reformation is the first Brexit; his ministers devised the doctrine of parliamentary sovereignty and his tumultuous personal life pitted religion against politics as brutally...
Back by popular demand Forbidden Nights return to Blackfriars with their Sexy Circus and brand new show. Jam-packed with action from opener till finale, it will leave you on the edge of your seat!
Get ready for an evening of sultry delights and heart raising tricks with a seductive infusion of...
East Grinstead Choral Society presents its very own take on this highly popular musical occasion, but with a seasonal twist.
You can expect all your favourite carols and other festive music, but you might be in for a surprise in the finale!
With plenty of audience participation, this will be a really fun night...
The Forest Row Lifeboat Choir was formed in 1946 after the loss of the Rye Harbour Lifeboat, "Mary Stanford" and her 17 crew in 1928.
The brother of a crew member lived in Forest Row, met the village postman and moved by the disaster, they formed the choir to sing carols to raise funds for the RNLI which...
Choirpower & the Greenstede Singers present their annual Christmas concert.
Join them for an evening of traditional and popular Christmas music, laced with some favourite show songs and some less well—known modern carols, all directed by Marion Shuster.
Audience singalong is actively encouraged!
Broadcast live from The Bridge Theatre, London, this new comedy written by Richard Bean and directed by Nicholas Hytner, stars Rory Kinnear as Marx and Oliver Chris as Engels.
It’s 1850, and Karl Heinrich Marx, the 32 year old revolutionary, is a terrifying combination of intellectual brilliance, satiric wit and child-like...
Quickly becoming the staple of the festive season, the East Grinstead Christmas Comedy Gala is now in its 3rd year! Join us for another hugely anticipated night of side-splitting comedy.
Our headliner is the brilliant JAMES ACASTER, the master of whimsical comedy. Not only has James received a record breaking...
Direct from its sold out tour last year…
Stars from the West End present a magical evening of entertainment featuring hits from the musicals and the best of Christmas song.
The talented cast have starred in many West End productions and national tours including Les Miserables, We Will Rock You, South Pacific,...
This spectacular show has all the elements you'd expect from a professional pantomime and...
Come and join Paul Merson, Alan Smith (both now Sky Sports pundits) and Perry Groves as they discuss games, dressing room/training ground stories, managers,...
In ‘DIY CHEF’ George‘s doctor has told him he needs to rethink his culinary...
David Bowie’s evolving image has mesmerised fans since the early 70’s and for the first time ever Absolute Bowie will take audiences on a trip that presents...
Immersion Theatre are thrilled to bring their trademark energy to their wildest show yet, a brand new musical adaptation of family favourite, THE JUNGLE BOOK!
Filled with catchy music, audience interaction, and the chance to meet the characters after the show, you are invited to join Mowgli and his friends, Baloo the...
Fisher Stevens returns to the Chequer Mead with his award winning show Elvis in Vegas.
A professionally produced stage show celebrating the Vegas Years of Elvis Presley, this show will take you on a musical journey backed by an exceptionally talented group...
