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Mercury Theatre

Balkerne Gate, CO1 1PT, England
01206 577006
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Ranked #2 of 12 attractions in Colchester
4.5 of 5 stars 25 Reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

I have seen a variety of different plays/pantos etc. at the Mercury and they have always been very good both in quality and value. The theatre is very presentable with good facilities, if a bit expensive.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

I did not fall asleep, so it must have been good !

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

we have been here on many occasions and the seating is great and the shows are good as well. the bar has a nice view and a wide verity of different beers and other spirits. great to go with kids.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
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From the Pantos to the shows from the bar/lounge to the pre-school drama activities. Colchester's hidden gem

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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Regular attender. Comfortable seats with plenty of leg room - no need to stand up to let people pass. Varied programmes most seasons with a wide range of performers - local company, touring companies, well known celebrities, etc. Plays, music, variety, cabaret, one man shows, etc. Friendly atmosphere. Will exchange tickets or give a credit against future performances. Reduced price... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

The quality of performances are excellent with dedicated staff on hand. An excellent choice of varying performances.

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Colchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012
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I live in Colchester, and now go to the Mercury several times a year. There is a full programme, with a variety of productions, by the resident company, visiting companies, local opera group, etc. I saw Alan Ayckbourn's Absent Friends in March, am going to see Paul Jones and the Manfreds this week, and Arnold Wesker's Roots later this month.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012
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if you like theatre forget london go to the mercury in colchester. the in house productions are fantastic & it's cheaper than the cinema, cleaner & live!

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Colchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012
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wonderful local theatre- quality of productions is excellent - seen some big names and stars here in the last 2 years.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Have been on numerous occasions and have never been disappointed

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