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CINDERELLA
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnA magical pantomime with songs, dance, costumes, and laughs for the entire family. Various times and prices. Runs until 31 Dec.
PINOCCHIO
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordPanto legend Billy Pearce stars as Geppetto in this magical production of Pinocchio. Runs until 19 Jan.
PETE WYLIE
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickThis will be a very special, intimate gig with one of the most charismatic personalities in the British Music Scene.
An evening of Madonna
Park Hill Barn Pendle Heritage Centre, Park Hill, BarrowfordAn electrifying Madonna Tribute Night featuring the fabulous Laura King! Get ready to dance the night away to all the iconic hits from the Queen of Pop, including "Like a Virgin," "Material Girl," and many more!
THE SOUTHERN ROCK ANTHOLOGY SHOW
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickBronx formed in the late 70s played gigs for 40 years. Southern Rock artists have always influenced them, from the Allman Bros through to more modern bands such as Blackberry Smoke and the Bros Landreth.
DC BLUES
The Three Tuns 12 Coppergate, YorkMonthly residency.
Live Forever – The Rise of Oasis
St. George's Hall BradfordCelebrate the story of one of the greatest rock-n-roll bands Britain has ever seen... Oasis! £24.75 - £30.25.
MUSIC IN THE ROUND
Crucible Playhouse Norfolk Street, SheffieldMusic in the Round gives you the very best musicians performing the very best chamber music. At our home in Sheffield, and many of the venues we visit around the country, you are closer to the performers, sitting just metres away from amazing artists performing spine-tingling live classical music with their heart and soul.
THE OASIS EXPERIENCE
Viva Blackpool Church Street, BlackpoolThe world's no.1 tribute to the infamous Gallagher brothers and the band Oasis. Recreating an intimate concert experience with the icons of rock 'n' roll.
GARY AS NEIL DIAMOND LIVE AT MYTTON FOLD
Mytton Fold Hotel Whalley Road, LanghoForget the January Blues at Mytton Fold Hotel for an evening of the classics - Gary as Neil Diamond live.
DARKHER
The Trades Club Hebden BridgeThe sinister yet beguiling images that DARKHER paints with her ethereal vocals, layered guitars, and atmospheric strings reflect her mostly eerie, sonic storytelling.
Opera North’s Love Life
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThis musical was a Broadway hit in 1948, brilliantly inventive yet laced with familiar American styles and traditions. Its hummable tunes and biting satire will be brought back to life in this brand-new production. Various times & prices.
OPERA NORTH’S LOVE LIFE
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThis musical was a Broadway hit in 1948, brilliantly inventive yet laced with familiar American styles and traditions. Its hummable tunes and biting satire will be brought back to life in this brand-new production. Various times & prices.
A Country Night In Nashville
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesDirect from The Royal Albert Hall, A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing honky tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music. Adult £31, child £15.
OPEN DECKS NIGHT
Horse + Bamboo Waterfoot, RossendaleBring your vinyl and go down to sign up for half an hour to an hour set, playing your music. Open to experienced DJs and beginners. If this is your first time using decks, don't worry, the team will be on hand to help you out.
Whitney: Queen of the Night
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxExperience the ultimate tribute to the remarkable musical repertoire of Whitney Houston in an electrifying production that honours her timeless songs with sensational vocalists and a full live band.
FROM KYIV TO THE KOSMOS
Seven Arts LeedsOriginally from Leeds, Cossack folk-punk pioneers The Ukrainians have brought Ukrainian music and culture to the attention of the West.
THE BIG COUNTRY MUSIC SHOW
Boston Spa Village Hall WetherbyStarring The Wild Murphys Band with live fiddle, male and female lead vocals, stunning harmonies and great showmanship.
ANTIDOTE
The Trades Club Hebden BridgeAntidote is The Victoria Theatre’s programme of artistes that see things from a slightly different point of view, for audiences who like to challenge their understanding of live music.
The Class of 55
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnThe producers of The Roy Orbison Story are proud to present their brand-new production - The Class of 55 as the show explores the history of Rock n Roll.
CARDINALS
The Trades Club Hebden BridgeBlending Ireland’s musical beating heart with a swell of contemporary frisson, the six-piece are tied to making music they enjoy whilst being perpetually kept outside of their comfort zone.
Buttershaw St Paul’s AODS Oklahoma!
St. George's Hall BradfordOne of West Yorkshire’s leading amateur theatre groups are bringing the ‘golden age of Broadway musicals’ to the 2025 City of Culture with their latest production, Oklahoma. 7.15pm. Sat mat 2.15pm.
LYR
Philharmonic Hall LiverpoolExperimental sounds and spoken word collide when poet laureate Simon Armitage's genre-splicing supergroup LYR play the Phil's Music Room in January!
ROCK THE GARDENS FESTIVAL 3
Empress Ballroom Winter Gardens, BlackpoolWinter Gardens Blackpool and Killing Time Events Ltd proudly present Rock The Gardens 3. Sponsored by Dirty Blondes Blackpool & Meridian Media. Hosted by DJ Leggy. Winter Gardens are thrilled to have friends from The Sophie Lancaster Foundation joining them again. 5 pm. Also Sat 25th. Two-day ticket £34.75. Friday day ticket £18.25. Saturday day ticket £23.75.
DAN OWEN
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickKnown for his arresting, husky vocals and gritty, blues-infused pop/rock, Dan Owen is a British alternative singer/songwriter from Shropshire, England.
MR WILSON’S SECOND LINERS PRESENT… BLOW OUT
The Trades Club Hebden BridgeBlending Ireland’s musical beating heart with a swell of contemporary frisson, the six-piece are tied to making music they enjoy whilst being perpetually kept outside of their comfort zone.
SCARS ON 45
Belgrave Music Hall LeedsYorkshire band Scars On 45 return to play their only UK show of 2025 at Belgrave Music Hall.
THE MUSIC OF COLDPLAY BY CANDLELIGHT
Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, BlackburnFeaturing a spectacular cast of world-class vocalists and an epic live band, prepare for ‘Paradise’, as you experience Coldplay’s biggest hits, like never before!
An Afternoon of Bublé & Swing
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnJosh Hindle and his swing band bring the timeless hits of Michael Bublé and classic swing to life. "An Afternoon of Bublé & Swing" promises to be a spectacular celebration of the smooth sounds and irresistible rhythms that have captivated audiences for decades.
PRETTY VACANT
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportNot many musical explosions define a generation and change music for ever. There was Rock and Roll in 1956, Beatlemania in 1963, Flower Power in 1967, The birth of Rock in 1970 and then there was Punk and New Wave.
HAYDEN THORPE & PROPELLOR ENSEMBLE
NCEM Walmgate, YorkHayden Thorpe is best known as the former frontman and chief songwriter for the much-loved band Wild Beasts. He returns to the stage with his beautifully singular third album Ness, made in collaboration with best-selling nature writer Robert Macfarlane.
Ukulele Orchestra Of Great Britain
St. George's Hall BradfordCome and celebrate the 40th anniversary of this much-loved institution, on a white-knuckle shopping-trolley dash through every kind of musical genre. From ABBA to ZZ Top, Tchaikovsky to Nirvana, Bluegrass to Broadway, all played on the 'bonsai guitar'.
WARD THOMAS
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsHampshire country music duo Ward Thomas has announced an intimate, acoustic UK tour for early 2025.
LIONEL – THE MUSIC OF LIONEL RICHIE
The Platform MorecambeFollowing his appearances with Lionel Richie himself on ITV’s ‘Sunday Night at The Palladium’ and the ‘Graham Norton Show’ for the BBC, Malcolm Pitt delivers a powerhouse and breathtaking performance in this high-octane show celebrating the music of Lionel Richie and the Commodores.
THE BEE GEES LIVE IN CONCERT
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnRenowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee…
N.M.E (NINETIES MUSIC EXPERIENCE)
Tan Hill Inn RichmondHaving crafted their performance for many years, this 90’s tribute band, NME, perform faithful recreations of classic 90’s tracks, by the likes of indie bands Blur and Oasis.
COUNTRY ROADS
Barbican YorkEnjoy the very biggest country songs of all time; 9 to 5, The Gambler, Walk the Line, Ring of Fire, King of the Road, Crazy, Rhinestone Cowboy, Jolene, Dance the Night Away, Walkin’ after Midnight, and many, many more.
80S MANIA
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportEurope's official 1980s multi-tribute concert, featuring 28 chart topping pop icons authentically recreated with live band and awesome dancers.
THE STADIUM ROCK EXPERIENCE
Viva Blackpool Church Street, BlackpoolHuge hits from Bon Jovi, Bryan Adams, Queen, Status Quo, Kiss, Journey, ABBA, Guns N Roses and many more.
Jive Talkin’ Perform The Bee Gees
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxRenowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and the only Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees! In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin' performed live on Heart FM withThe Bee Gees and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry Gibb.
Nearly Elton – The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnNearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time. Starring Lee Brady as Elton and an outstanding full live band.
JIVE TALKIN’ PERFORM THE BEE GEES
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxRenowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and the only Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees! In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin' performed live on Heart FM with The Bee Gees and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry Gibb.
FLEETWOOD MAC BY CANDLELIGHT
Opera House Winter Gardens, BlackpoolFeaturing a cast of West End singers and a live band, join a 'landslide' concert, jam-packed with Fleetwood Mac hits as you have never heard them before.
TAYLOR FEVER
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnTaylor Fever is the electrifying tribute production to worldwide megastar Taylor Swift! In a show that is packed full of the icons most popular songs including ‘Karma’ ‘Shake it off’ ‘Cruel Summer’ and many more – audiences of all ages will be up on their feet dancing and singing along!
BOWLING FOR SOUP
Empress Ballroom Winter Gardens, BlackpoolPop punk legends, the Grammy-nominated Bowling For Soup, are delighted to announce their February 2025 UK tour, celebrating 20 years of one of their most successful albums, the fantastic A Hangover You Don't Deserve.
LAURENCE JONES & BAND
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickLaurence Jones, the multi-award-winning guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter born in Liverpool released his 8th studio album 'Bad Luck & The Blues', which charted #1 in The Official Jazz & Blues Charts in The UK.
SAM GREENFIELD
Belgrave Music Hall LeedsMulti-instrumentalist and composer Sam Greenfield has made a name for himself in the music industry playing alongside some of the biggest names in the biz. He has toured extensively with Vulfpeck’s Cory Wong, Joss Stone, Dave Koz, and Thank You Scientist.
STREISAND – The Greatest Star
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyStarring Kearra Bethany, as seen on ITV’s Starstruck, ‘The Greatest Star - Barbra Streisand Tribute Show’ takes you on a magical musical journey through time as you sit back & relax, enjoy the sounds of this fabulous ‘concert style’ production.
THE GREAT CHAMBER SING-OFF
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyA brand-new event from the East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce. Picture this, top business leaders and employees from across East Lancashire swapping their boardrooms and offices for the Burnley Mechanics stage and belting out their favourite tunes, all for charity.
PURE PRESLEY -ELVIS BY PAUL LARCOMBE
Park Hill Barn Pendle Heritage Centre, Park Hill, BarrowfordOne of the world’s best Elvis tribute acts, Paul Larcombe, brings his dazzling Pure Presley show to Barrowford. Known for his spot-on likeness to the King, Paul has performed on ITV, BBC, and even entertained the Queen and The Royal Family.