Showstopper! The Improvised Musical

Spontaneous musical comedy at its absolute finest – direct from the West End and now returning to Colchester!

With fifteen years as an Edinburgh Fringe must-see phenomenon, a BBC Radio 4 series, a critically acclaimed West End run and an Olivier award to their name, The Showstoppers have delighted audiences across the globe with their ingenious blend of comedy, musical theatre and spontaneity.

A brand new musical comedy is created from scratch at each performance of this award-winning show as audience suggestions are transformed on the spot into all-singing, all dancing productions with hilarious results.

These incredible performers are guaranteed to impress as they create shows packed with drama, dazzling dance routines and catchy melodies – and it’s all made up on the spot!

So whether you fancy Hamilton in a hospital, Sondheim in the Sahara or Cats at Colchester Castle, you suggest it and The Showstoppers will sing it!

Content to Consider and Accessibility

This show is a 12+. Due to the improvised nature of the show there may occasionally be strong language and/or adult themes, and haze is used in the show.

Small Bowls in our Café Bar

Make the most of your visit and discover our tempting tapas trios, with a selection of small bowls perfect for sharing!

Select any three for £13.50. Options include: Cajun Chicken Skewers (gf), Buffalo Tempura Cauliflower (v), Onion Bhajis (v, vg), Wholetail Scampi, Halloumi Fries (v, gf), Crispy Veg Dumplings (v, vg), Vegetable samosas (v, vg), Southern Fried Chicken Goujons, Grilled Pita Bread (v, vg), Duck Spring Rolls, Prawn Cocktail or Cod Goujons. All our small bowls are freshly prepared and may change, so please ask for tonight’s selection on arrival.

Simply add the Small Bowls option to your basket when booking online (see the You might also be interested in… page once you have selected your tickets) or with our friendly Box Office team, and you’ll be reserved a table 90 or 75 minutes ahead of the show and ready to order which three options you would like on arrival (subject to availability). Limited spaces per performance so book early to avoid disappointment.