# Event Details - **Event Name**: Ignite Social: May - Setting The Stage - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Come along any 2nd Thursday of the month to meet new people and hear talks on creative & cultural topicsAbout this EventEvery 2nd Thursday of the month Ignite holds an in person get together. A relaxed environment to meet people in Chelmsford, have a friendly chat and hear talks on inspiring creative & cultural topics. Our bar serves local beer, wine and non-alcoholic drinks.We are often treated to a short performance or taster from speakers - recently we have had a cello performance, beer tasting, poetry reading and storytelling.No prior knowledge of the topics is needed, and everyone is welcome! If you have any questions about coming along please contact hello@ignitechelmsford.org.ukFind out more about Ignite www.ignitechelmsford.org.ukWhat: Friendly get together, with bar and talks from interesting creative speakersWhere: Patch Places, 5 - 6, Gray's Yard, Springfield Rd, Chelmsford CM2 6QRWhen: 7-10pm, every 2nd Thursday of the monthTopic:May's social is Setting The Stage, where we'll be exploring how art evolves into successful stage shows with the following guest speakers;Speaker #1: Will Haswell (He/Him)Will is a professional stage and West End actor, most recently known for his role as Marty McFly and Dave McFly in Back To The Future. His work spans a variety of iconic productions including Grease, The Book of Mormon, Our House, Jersey Boys, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Mamma Mia!, Shrek and many, many more.Speaker #2: TBCTBC-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Photography may be taken at the social to use for Ignite media - please email hello@ignitechelmsford.org.uk to let us know if you do not want your image used - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chelmsford/ignite-social-may-setting-the-stage/100001987325469978 - **Event Categories**: art, music, theatre, literary-art, entertainment, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 5, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Chelmsford - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Patch Chelmsford - **lat**: 51.7327658 - **long**: 0.4753195 - **full address**: Patch Chelmsford, Springfield Road, Chelmsford, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Ignite Social: May - Setting The Stage - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/90841e571a76d692eed6325a4fd32ff783cf8a0526f69be101163ac55924eef2-rimg-w1200-h600-dc1c659f-gmir.jpg?v=1776095445 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Ignite Social: May - Setting The Stage being held? - **A:** Ignite Social: May - Setting The Stage takes place on Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Patch Chelmsford, Springfield Road, Chelmsford, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Ignite Social: May - Setting The Stage? - **A:** Tickets for Ignite Social: May - Setting The Stage are priced at GBP 5 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral Admission (with donation)GBP 5AvailableGeneral Admission (without donation)FreeAvailableGeneral Admission (with donation)FreeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Ignite Social: May - Setting The Stage? - **A:** Ignite Social: May - Setting The Stage is organized by Ignite Chelmsford. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Ignite Social: May - Setting The Stage is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chelmsford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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