Chequer Mead Theatre • Theatre in East Grinstead, Sussex

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A Winter Concert In Aid of SSAFA

A Winter Concert In Aid of SSAFA

Tuesday 28th November at 7:30pm

SSAFA return in 2023 with The Grenadier Guards.

Tuesday 28th November at 7:30pm

Upcoming highlights at Chequer Mead Theatre

Snow White

Snow White

East Grinstead Comedy Club February

East Grinstead Comedy Club February

THE OPERA BOYS A Night at the Musicals

THE OPERA BOYS A Night at the Musicals

Legends of Motown

Legends of Motown

A Tribute to the Music of Pink Floyd

A Tribute to the Music of Pink Floyd

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Looking for a gift for the person who has everythi

Looking for a gift for the person who has everything? How about treating them to tickets for one of our upcoming shows? Have a look at our website for more details 🔗 in Bio or give us a call on 01342 302000.

We have lots of fantastic shows coming in 2024! 🎁🎄🎅

#Christmas #Theatre #EastGrinstead #ChequerMead #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnSurrey #WhatsOnKent

🎁 Looking for a great gift for your football fa

🎁 Looking for a great gift for your football fanatic loved ones? Treat them to some tickets for An Evening with Jeff Stelling! 🎁

Coming to Chequer Mead in February 2024!

⚽️ An exclusive evening of football nostalgia, fun and entertainment with Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling anchor man of Sky Sports Gillette Soccer Saturday for over 30 years ⚽️

📅 Sunday 18th February at 7.30pm
🎟️ Book now 🔗 in Bio

#Football #Sport #EastGrinstead #ChequerMead #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnKent #WhatsOnSurrey

Last few tickets! Get into the Christmas spirit an

Last few tickets! Get into the Christmas spirit and join us in @ApronCoffeeBar to enjoy a festive performance by local choirs, Greenstede Singers and Choirpower who will present a lively evening of traditional and modern Christmas songs and show songs! 🎄🎅

📅 Thursday 30th November at 7.30pm
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#EastGrinstead #ChequerMead

Over 200 pre-schoolers, parents, grandparents and

Over 200 pre-schoolers, parents, grandparents and carers came to Chequer Mead this morning for our FREE Teddy Bear Storytime. The show is back on January 25th at 11am and you can reserve your space from two weeks before! A great way to introduce your little ones to the theatre with a friendly and relaxed show 🧸

#TheatreForEveryChild #EastGrinstead #ChequerMead #Free #LiveTheatre #Community

CALLING ALL QUEEN FANS! Join us this Saturday! Co

CALLING ALL QUEEN FANS! Join us this Saturday!

Come to Chequer Mead and experience a high-energy, roller coaster ride of a concert with The Bohemians this Saturday 25th November at 7.30pm 🎸

Featuring music from one of the world’s most popular and iconic rock acts of all time, QUEEN! Whether it’s Killer Queen, Bohemian Rhapsody or The Show Must Go On, The Bohemians will have you on your feet, singing and clapping at a truly memorable live re-enactment of the world’s greatest Rock Band.

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#ChequerMead #Queen #LiveMusic #EastGrinstead

LAST FEW TICKETS AVAILABLE! Treat yourself to a s

LAST FEW TICKETS AVAILABLE!

Treat yourself to a special West End Cabaret Club performance with Songs of the Shows this Sunday afternoon 26th November at 3pm.

Join five familiar faces from our West End Cabaret series live on stage with a pianist. With everything from Phantom of the Opera to Oklahoma! and Les Miserables to all your Disney favourites, there is something for everyone!

🎟️ Book now 🔗 in Bio

#WestEnd #LiveMusic #Musicals #Cabaret #Theatre #EastGrinstead #ChequerMead

SSAFA are returning to Chequer Mead with the Grena

SSAFA are returning to Chequer Mead with the Grenadier Guards on Tuesday 28th November at 7.30pm. This concert supports the work of @SSAFAOfficial, the Armed Forces charity who give essential assistance to our Armed Forces (both past and present) and their families.

Not many tickets left so get them quick! 🔗 in Bio

#SSAFA #Veterans #ArmedForces #GrenadierGuards #Charity #EastGrinstead #ChequerMead

We have some relaxed/quiet performances coming up

We have some relaxed/quiet performances coming up for our Pantomime, Snow White. We want Chequer Mead to be as inclusive as possible and these shows are designed to welcome those who might benefit from a more relaxed environment within the theatre, along with their families.

📆 Thursday 14th December at 1pm - The Relaxed Performance

Usually, adults or children with learning difficulties, autism or sensory communication disorders benefit from this sort of show, but the performance is open to anyone.

During this special performance, we leave the houselights up, and reduce loud sudden noises and remove all flashing lights as well as pyrotechnics and other special effects that could cause some
theatre-goers to be uncomfortable.

In scenes which could cause anxiety, such as the pantomime baddie being evil, we will tone these down and our cast will introduce themselves before the show commences.

Chequer Mead offer a 'break-out' room for the duration of the show, which our audience are welcome to come and go from if they need time to relax away from the auditorium. In this room we provide comfy seating such as bean bags and a selection of toys for smaller visitors.

📆 Sunday 17th December at 10am - The Quiet Show

The Quiet Show is similar to a relaxed performance. The idea is to create a more informal theatre setting for young children and adults who would prefer a performance that is more relaxed show.
Although it is not designed for those with special sensory needs, it may suit them.

During The Quiet Show:

- The houselights stay on at a low level throughout
- We refrain from using really loud sound effects and the overall volume is slightly reduced
- The cast still use the auditorium aisles during certain parts of the performance
- Pyrotechnics are not used
- Smoke effects are still used

We welcome anyone and everyone to this performance.

If you would like to book tickets please visit our website 🔗 in Bio or call 01342 302000

We hope to see you soon 🥰

#EastGrinstead #ChequerMead #Theatre4all #RelaxedPerformances

Coming soon to Chequer Mead. For more details or t

Coming soon to Chequer Mead. For more details or to book your tickets call the Box Office now on 01342 302000 or visit our website 🔗 in Bio

We look forward to seeing you soon! 😀🎭

#CommunityTheatre #Theatre #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnSurrey #WhatsOnKent #ChequerMead #EastGrinstead

Get into the Christmas spirit with a Tennessee Cou

Get into the Christmas spirit with a Tennessee Country Christmas at Chequer Mead next Friday 24th 🎄 Celebrate with renditions of Christmas favourites in a country style! Christmas scenes and colourful costumes bring the enchantment of Christmas to the Country Superstars stage 🎅☃️🎁

📅 Friday 24th November at 7.30pm
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#Christmas #Country #ChequerMead #EastGrinstead #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnSurrey #WhatsOnKent

Would it even be a Panto at Chequer Mead without t

Would it even be a Panto at Chequer Mead without the silliest man around, CALLUM DONNELLY, playing the hilarious Muddles! 🤡

You don't want to miss all the fun this year so book your tickets now! 🔗 in Bio

#Panto #Pantomime #ChequerMead #EastGrinstead #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnSurrey #WhatsOnKent #Fun #Comedy

🎈 Chequer Mead Theatre is 27 years old today! 🎈 We opened back in November 1996 and were one of the first projects in the UK to receive Arts Lottery funding. The building was even awarded a RIBA Regional Award for Architecture!

Does anyone know what the first show was? Who remembers it looking like this? We'd love to hear your memories 🥳

📷 @hicarquitectura #EastGrinstead #Theatre

We're showing the 2016 film Miss Saigon: 25th Anni

We're showing the 2016 film Miss Saigon: 25th Anniversary Performance on Thursday 23rd November at 7.30pm. A classic not to be missed.

This film is a love story telling the tragic tale of young bar girl Kim, orphaned by war, who falls in love with an American GI. However, their lives are torn apart by the fall of Saigon.

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#MissSaigon #LoveStory #ChequerMead #EastGrinstead

Our popular FREE Teddy Bear Storytime event is bac

Our popular FREE Teddy Bear Storytime event is back at Chequer Mead on Thursday 23rd November at 11am. Lots of fun and a great way to introduce little ones to the theatre. Reserve your space now as it's filling up quickly!

📅 Thursday 23rd November at 11 am
🎟️ Reserve your space now 🔗 in Bio

#TeddyBear #Storytime #PerformingArts #Theatre #Comedy #Stage #Fun #FamilyTime #LiveTheatre #ChequerMead #Free #EastGrinstead #WhatsOnSussex

The nation’s favourite psychic Sally Morgan is c

The nation’s favourite psychic Sally Morgan is coming to Chequer Mead in March and tickets are selling fast!

Whether you know her from her hit TV series, through watching her on Celebrity Big Brother or reading one of her best-selling books, there is nothing quite like seeing Sally live on stage.

📅 Friday 8th March at 7.30pm
🎟️ Book now 🔗 in Bio

#PsychicSally #ChequerMead #EastGrinstead #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnSurrey #WhatsOnKent

We have the fabulous HELEN GOLDWYN playing the ba

We have the fabulous HELEN GOLDWYN playing the baddie this year, the Evil Queen Evilynne! 👸

🍎 Tickets are selling fast - book now to save disappointment! 🔗 in Bio

#Panto #Pantomime #Christmas #Comedy #EastGrinstead #ChequerMead #FamilyTime #LiveTheatre #SnowWhite

AFTERNOON TEA AT THE MOVIES! The 2021 film West S

AFTERNOON TEA AT THE MOVIES!
The 2021 film West Side Story is showing at Chequer Mead on Tuesday 21st November at 2pm.

Want to treat yourself, a friend or a loved one? Enjoy our delicious afternoon tea after the movie. If your looking for something extra upgrade to the prosecco package ideal for any and every occasion!

🎟️ Book Now! 🔗 in Bio

#AfternoonTea #TreatYourself #ChequerMead #EastGrinstead

@NationalTheatre Live's Skylight comes to Chequer

@NationalTheatre Live's Skylight comes to Chequer Mead on Tuesday 21st November 7pm. Carey Mulligan and Bill Nighy feature in this Olivier-award winning production of David Hare’s hard-hitting tale of love, passion and ideology, directed by Stephen Daldry. Captured live from Wyndham’s Theatre in 2014.

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★★★★★ ‘Bill Nighy and Carey Mulligan are superb’ (Evening Standard)
★★★★★ ‘Hare's play hits you straight between the eyes with its mixture of private pain and public rage’ (Guardian)
★★★★ ‘Carey Mulligan gives a performance of extraordinarily contained power’ (Independent)
★★★★ ‘Stephen Daldry’s excellent revival keeps the play in its period’ (Financial Times

#ChequerMead #EastGrinstead #NationalTheatreLive #Theatre

For Panto this year the dashingly handsome Prince

For Panto this year the dashingly handsome Prince Fredrick is played by the fabulous RORY DULKU! 🤴 Still need tickets? Get them now before they're all gone 😲

Book your Panto tickets on our website 🔗 in Bio

#Panto #Pantomime #Christmas #SnowWhite #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnSurrey #WhatsOnKent #EastGrinstead #ChequerMead

If you want to find out what's going on at Chequer

If you want to find out what's going on at Chequer Mead please follow us on Instagram now 👍 We have loads of great shows coming up, don't miss out!

Coming soon to Chequer Mead. For more details or t

Coming soon to Chequer Mead. For more details or to book your tickets call the Box Office now on 01342 302000 or visit our website 🔗 in Bio

We look forward to seeing you soon! 😀🎭

#CommunityTheatre #Theatre #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnSurrey #WhatsOnKent #ChequerMead #EastGrinstead

🤩Today, in 1985 Diana Ross released Chain React

🤩Today, in 1985 Diana Ross released Chain Reaction – a second No.1 hit in the UK Singles Chart 🤩

⏰ Let’s celebrate this and many more timeless Motown classics with ENDLESS LOVE at Chequer Mead on Friday 26th April at 7.30pm ⏰

💖A Stunning Tribute to Diana Ross and Lionel Richie capturing 80’s glitz and glamour 💖

🎤You already know the words... so, singing voices at the ready and dancing shoes on and let’s party All Night Long!🎤

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#LionelRichie #DianaRoss #EastGrinstead #ChequerMead

The awesome KEVIN GAUNTLETT is coming back to Cheq

The awesome KEVIN GAUNTLETT is coming back to Chequer Mead for his 7th year, this time playing the wonderful Dame Nursie!

Book your tickets now 🔗 in Bio.

#Panto #Pantomime #Christmas #PerformingArts #Theatre #Comedy #Stage #MusicalTheatre #Fun #FamilyTime #LiveTheatre #SnowWhite

Chequer Mead is lucky to have a wonderful Board of

Chequer Mead is lucky to have a wonderful Board of Trustees who volunteer their time, skills, wisdom and talents in support of our lovely theatre. On behalf of all our staff, volunteers, room hirers and theatregoers, we would like to say a sincere thank you to them this Trustees Week ❤️

#TrusteesWeek #ThankYou #EastGrinstead #ChequerMead

Tickets are now ON SALE for our next Comedy night

Tickets are now ON SALE for our next Comedy night in February 2024. Featuring @CharlieBakerComedian, @LilyPhillipsComedy, @FloodHaHa and hosted by @AdamBComedy !

📆 Friday 2nd February at 8pm
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Buy now as they'll sell like hot cakes! 🧁
Line-up subject to change.

@RangatainmentComedy #ChequerMead #EastGrinstead #Comedy

We can't wait to welcome back MEGAN EDMONDSON as t

We can't wait to welcome back MEGAN EDMONDSON as the amazing Snow White! 🤩 Have you got your tickets yet?

Book now 🔗 in Bio

#Panto #Pantomime #SnowWhite #Christmas #LiveTheatre #ChequerMead #EastGrinstead

@NationalTheatre Live brings the best of British t

@NationalTheatre Live brings the best of British theatre to the big screen at Chequer Mead. Unmissable theatre, filmed live from Britain's most exciting stages and always the best seat in the house at your local theatre.

Coming soon to Chequer Mead. Book now 🔗 in Bio!

The Book of Dust - La Belle Sauvage - Tuesday 14th November 7pm
Skylight - Tuesday 21st November 7pm
Dear England - Thursday 25th January 7pm
Vanya - Thursday 22nd February 7pm

#Theatre #EastGrinstead #ChequerMead #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnSurrey #WhatsOnKent

TICKETS SELLING FAST! We Three Kings of Rock n Rol

TICKETS SELLING FAST!
We Three Kings of Rock n Roll are rocking in to Chequer Mead to celebrate the music of three icons of Rock ‘n’ Roll - Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley 🎵 Come along and join the party!

📆 Saturday 18th November at 7:30pm
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#LiveMusic #ChequerMead #EastGrinstead #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnSurrey #WhatsOnKent #GreatNightOut

The weather is getting chillier and that can only

The weather is getting chillier and that can only mean one thing, December and Panto are both fast approaching! Have you booked yet? Tickets are selling fast so be quick!

Buy online 🔗 in Bio or call our Box Office on 01342 302000.

We look forward to seeing you very soon 🎉

#Panto #Christmas #Pantomime #ChequerMead #EastGrinstead #WhatsOnSurrey #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnKent

A Happy Monday to you all. Don't miss Shaun Ryder'

A Happy Monday to you all. Don't miss Shaun Ryder's new tour coming to Chequer Mead in October 2024. He'll be sharing his wildest stories from 30 years in rock'n'roll!

📆 Sunday 20th October 2024 at 7:30pm
🎟️ Book your tickets now! 🔗 in Bio.

#TwistedMelons #BlackGrape #HappyMondays #SWR #ChequerMead #EastGrinstead #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnSurrey #WhatsOnKent

Coming soon to Chequer Mead. For more details or t

Coming soon to Chequer Mead. For more details or to book your tickets call the Box Office now on 01342 302000 or visit our website 🔗 in Bio.

We look forward to seeing you soon! 😀🎭

#CommunityTheatre #Theatre #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnSurrey #WhatsOnKent #ChequerMead #EastGrinstead

FRANKIE'S GUYS – A Celebration of Frankie Valli

FRANKIE'S GUYS – A Celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

📆 Friday 10th November at 7:30pm
🎟️ Book your tickets now! 🔗 in Bio

Paying a charismatic tribute to Frankie Valli, his life, his music and his legacy; Frankie’s Guys are back with a fresh take on their award-winning show

Taking you back to the era of live music – effortlessly recreated by their trusty live band, get ready to sing-along to over 20 timeless classics, such as Big Girls Don’t Cry, Sherry, Walk Like A Man, Oh What A Night! and many more. You’ll be dancing in the aisles before you know it!

@FrankiesGuys #LiveMusic #WhatsOnSussex #WhatsOnSurrey #WhatsOnKent #EastGrinstead #ChequerMead

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