An incredible night of live entertainment at the Mercury Theatre, Colchester, supporting local charities
The Mayor of Colchester’s Variety Show is back at the Mercury Theatre on Sunday, 12 April 2026, bringing together an exciting mix of performers for one special evening of entertainment.
This is a brilliant chance to enjoy a high-quality variety show on your doorstep, with a programme designed to deliver an unforgettable experience. You can expect big personality, plenty of variety, and a real celebration of local talent, all in support of the Mayor’s chosen charities, including Level Best Enterprises!
Event Details:
Date: Sunday 12 April 2026
Time: 7.30pm
Duration: Approx. 2 hours 40 minutes (including interval)
Tickets: £20.50 to £37.50 (includes ticket levy)
Age guidance: 12+
Content note: Haze and flashing lights
A Magic Line-Up
The show is headlined by internationally acclaimed magician Michael J Fitch, who is Vice President of The Magic Circle.
Beyond the headline act, the Mayor’s Variety Show brings together performers of all ages and styles. The programme includes:
Colchester’s Comedian of the Year
Young bands from Colchester (including previous Battle of the Bands performers)
DJs, poets, dancers, parkour artists, choirs, singers, filmmakers and acting performers
A new piece of theatrical work inspired by the life of Shuff and Byng (recently featured in the press)
A semi-finalist from Britain’s Got Talent and a singer with a chart hit
There really is an incredible variety of performers, and this is a night not to be missed!
Make A Night Of It
If you want to turn the evening into a full experience, the Mercury Theatre offers:
- VIP tickets with centre seats and a post-show meet and greet
- 20% off when you book 10 or more tickets in one go
- Pre-show meal options available to book in advance
Book your Tickets
The Mayor’s Variety Show takes place for one night only, and tickets are expected to sell out quickly. Book online via the Mercury Theatre event page.
The Mayor’s Chosen Charities
If you would like to find out more about the Mayor of Colchester, Cllr Mike Lilley’s chosen charities for 2025 to 2026, and support them directly, you can view the fundraising page online.
The charities are:
The Colchester Foodbank
Level Best Enterprises
Open Road
The Underdog Crew
The Not Forgotten
