Our GENIE-US panto for 2026-27
Aladdin
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Thursday 26 November 2026 – Sunday 3 January 2027
Now and next
We Will Rock You – Young @ Part
A Youth Production presented by Rare
The Spooktacular Variety Show
An unforgettable Halloween treat!
The Manfreds
Get Your Kicks On Tour ’26
Coming soon
Christmas Memories
Neil Sands returns with all your festive favourites
Towngate LIVE!
Join us for our monthly live music night in the Gielgud room!
A Tribute to The Carpenters
Back by popular demand
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Towngate Theatre
We’ve been entertaining Basildon for 30 years – with drama, musicals, classical concerts, comedy, panto and so much more. On Saint Martin’s Square at the heart of Basildon, we’re just 6 minutes walk from Basildon Station, with plenty of parking next door.
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There’s so many ways you can get involved with the Towngate, from workshops and events to spaces to knit and natter, we have something for everyone.
Café
Coffee and cake at the Towngate makes a fantastic break from a day’s shopping in Basildon. Pre-theatre meals, cocktails and lunch break snacks mean Towngate Café is the perfect place to share the fun and drama.