MARTIN STEPHENSON & THE DAINTEES

Experience a true live music favourite as MARTIN STEPHENSON & THE DAINTEES roll into Colchester Arts Centre in Colchester on Thursday 15 April 2027. If you love heartfelt songwriting, big choruses and a night that feels both intimate and electric, this is one to circle in your diary.

Expect an uplifting set packed with Martin Stephenson’s signature blend of folk, rock and soulful storytelling, delivered with the warmth and energy that’s made the band a cult live draw. With a reputation for singalong moments, spontaneous stage banter and musicianship that builds from gentle acoustic lines to full-band crescendos, the evening promises plenty of atmosphere. Whether you’re rediscovering old favourites or hearing them for the first time, it’s the kind of gig where the room feels connected from the first note.

Colchester Arts Centre is a much-loved Essex venue with great sightlines and a welcoming vibe, set close to Colchester town centre. It’s easy to reach by local transport, with nearby parking and plenty of places for a pre-show drink.