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JUST WILLIAM'S CHRISTMAS CAPERS at Hylands Estate

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Sunday 19 & Monday 20 November


Presented by The Cameo Players at Hylands House



(tickets for 20 November will be on sale soon)

William Brown, the cheeky schoolboy from Richmal Crompton's books has grown up and is returning home for a Christmas party.

Join him, his "Outlaw" friends, and family as they reminisce about some of the antics they got up to as youngsters.

Get your Christmas off to a flying start with The Cameo Players as they present another of their popular Hylands House Christmas shows with the usual features of music, drama and lots of fun!

Mulled wine and light refreshments available to purchase.

Running time is 2 hours 15 minutes, included an interval.

Book tickets from the Chelmsford Theatre website

• Car parking for this event is included in the ticket price
• Doors open 45 minutes prior to each performance
• A £1.50 fee is applicable per transaction

Booking accessible seats

If you require a wheelchair space but are not a member of the Chelmsford Theatre Access Scheme, you can contact Chelmsford Theatre box office who can book a wheelchair space and a free companion seat for you.

If you do not require a wheelchair space but need a carer to attend, please contact the box office on 01245 606 505 who can book a free carer ticket for you.

Chelmsford Theatre Access scheme members

If you are a member of the Chelmsford Theatre access scheme, you can book a wheelchair space and free companion seat online.

If you do not require a wheelchair space but still need a carer to attend, you can book a free carer ticket online.
JUST WILLIAM Hylands Estate Chelmsford Cameo Players Christmas

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