John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash
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John Otway and Wild Willy Barrett will be performing at this festive season's Christmas Bash, taking place on December 8th at the Arts Centre in Colchester. The evening promises to be a hit with audiences seeking seasonal entertainment.
John Otway, (born October 2, 1952, in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom) is a self-confessed unsuccessful singer songwriter, who built a large cult audience through unrelenting touring, a surreal sense of humour and a winning underdog personality. Although his first single, Gypsy/Misty Mountain was released in 1972, Otway shot to fame on the back of punk rock and a gymnastic performance on The Old Grey Whistle Test. His sixth single, the half-spoken love song Really Free reached number 27 in the UK Singles Chart in 1977.
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John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash takes place on Tuesday, 8 December 2026 at 19:15.
John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash is held at Arts Centre in Colchester.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Arts Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
John Otway is performing at John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash.
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John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash
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John Otway, (born October 2, 1952, in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom) is a self-confessed unsuccessful singer songwriter, who built a large cult audience through unrelenting touring, a surreal sense of humour and a winning underdog personality. Although his first single, Gypsy/Misty Mountain was released in 1972, Otway shot to fame on the back of punk rock and a gymnastic performance on The Old Grey Whistle Test. His sixth single, the half-spoken love song Really Free reached number 27 in the UK Singles Chart in 1977.
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John Otway and Wild Willy Barrett will be performing at this festive season's Christmas Bash, taking place on December 8th at the Arts Centre in Colchester. The evening promises to be a hit with audiences seeking seasonal entertainment.
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John Otway, (born October 2, 1952, in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom) is a self-confessed unsuccessful singer songwriter, who built a large cult audience through unrelenting touring, a surreal sense of humour and a winning underdog personality. Although his first single, Gypsy/Misty Mountain was released in 1972, Otway shot to fame on the back of punk rock and a gymnastic performance on The Old Grey Whistle Test. His sixth single, the half-spoken love song Really Free reached number 27 in the UK Singles Chart in 1977.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
When is John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash?
John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash takes place on Tuesday, 8 December 2026 at 19:15.
Where is John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash taking place?
John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash is held at Arts Centre in Colchester.
Is there anywhere to stay near John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Arts Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Who is performing at John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash?
John Otway is performing at John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash.
How do I get tickets for John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash?
Tickets for John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett - The Christmas Bash can be booked via WeGotTickets using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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