Great news everyone! The cast for Legally Blonde: The Musical has been selected.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see this dazzling performance filled with catchy tunes, memorable characters, and lots of pink! Whether you’re a fan of the movie or new to the story, CO2’s Legally Blonde: The Musical promises an unforgettable experience.

The show will be held at the Mercury Theatre from 24th to 27th October 2024. Tickets are selling fast, so be sure to book yours now!

For more information and to book tickets, please visit the official Mercury Theatre website.

Colchester Operatic Society (COS) is heading into its 100th year.

This occasion called for a departure from our usual one week run summer concert and the committee wanted to celebrate and mark this occasion with a special one-off summer concert, performed in a larger venue, The Mercury Theatre

If you are interested in being in auditioning for the concert and being on stage or helping backstage in one of the many invaluable jobs required to run a show then please visit our Casting Call page for more information.

Between the 25th January – 4th February 2024 the COS presented My Fair Lady at the Mercury Theatre to standing ovations and rave audience reviews.  Here you can see what NODA and NETG reported on the show.

We are thrilled to announce our creative team for Legally Blonde, being performed at the Mercury Theatre between the 24th and 27th October 2024.

Director- Matt Jewson.

As a former member of CO2 we are delighted that Matt will be directing our 40th anniversary show. Matt is currently a lecturer in acting and musical theatre at UCC having previously lectured at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. He’s no stranger to the Mercury where he was an engagement producer and has directed Mercury Young Company.

Musical Director- Rob Miles.

Rob is an MD and vocal coach who previously worked with us in 2012 on Guys and Dolls. He is currently Head of Singing at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire where he also heads up the Foundation Acting course, but is also a familiar face on the Colchester musical theatre scene.

Choreographer- Sarah-Rose James.

Sarah is the principal of Donovan’s Academy. She also teaches at Colchester Institute and UCC and has choreographed for numerous productions including corporate events. This is Sarah’s first time working with the society and she’s looking forward to working with us as much as we’re looking forward to working with her!

To register for more information about how to audition please complete the form here

Tickets are now on sale