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Willy Russell’s Blood Brothers
Willy Russell’s Blood Brothers
Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. 7.30pm, mat 2.30pm. £26 - £57.
CINDERELLA
CINDERELLA
A magical pantomime with songs, dance, costumes, and laughs for the entire family. Various times and prices. Runs until 31 Dec.
Come and Sing Messiah at Blackburn Cathedral
Come and Sing Messiah at Blackburn Cathedral
Join Blackburn Music Society in their annual performance of Messiah in Blackburn Cathedral. Come along to at least two dress rehearsals in Nov and attend the dress rehearsal on the afternoon of the performance. Further details contact bbmusicsoc@gmail,com. Tel: 01254377153.
CHRISTMAS TEA DANCE
CHRISTMAS TEA DANCE
Enjoy dancing to the music of Blackpool Tower resident organist John Bowdler at the Christmas Tea Dance. £10.
THE DON BANKS AFTERNOON VARIETY SHOW
THE DON BANKS AFTERNOON VARIETY SHOW
Songs, stories, and laughter in this beloved variety show celebrating its 21st year. Tickets £4.50–£5.50.
MADAGASCAR
MADAGASCAR
Basics Shooting Stars present Madagascar – A Musical Adventure. Matinee on Sat. Runs 6-7 Dec.
Skipton Camerata: Handel’s Messiah
Skipton Camerata: Handel’s Messiah
The Clothworkers Consort of Leeds - Ben Crick directs the nation’s favourite choral masterpiece in Skipton Town Hall. £25, under 25s £5.
SKIPTON CAMERATA: HANDEL’S MESSIAH
SKIPTON CAMERATA: HANDEL’S MESSIAH
The nation’s favourite choral masterpiece performed by The Clothworkers Consort of Leeds. £25, under 25s £5.
Kate Rusby – Winter Lights Tour
Kate Rusby – Winter Lights Tour
Forever proud to call herself a folk singer, Kate Rusby rounds off 2024 in style with her annual, and much anticipated, Christmas tour. Joining her on stage for this unmissable evening of Christmas cheer will be, as ever, her hugely talented and intuitive band of musicians including producer and husband Damien O'Kane as well as a top-flight brass quintet affectionately known as The Brass Boys.
KATE RUSBY – WINTER LIGHTS TOUR
KATE RUSBY – WINTER LIGHTS TOUR
Folk singer Kate Rusby and her band present Christmas songs with brass accompaniment. £36.75.
COME AND SING MESSIAH
COME AND SING MESSIAH
Join the Blackburn Music Society’s annual Messiah performance. Includes rehearsals in Nov and the day of the event. £20.
The Spirit of Christmas with Leeds Male Voice Choir
The Spirit of Christmas with Leeds Male Voice Choir
The choir has had a very busy year, with several new singers joining the ranks, alongside concerts across the North of England and a four-day tour to Prague. Under the direction of Musical Director Tim Knight, the choir draws from influences from men’s choirs overseas whilst honouring local traditions and recently released an album of concert favourites entitled The Road Not Taken, only the choir's second album in their hundred year history. The concerts will feature a host of festive hits including Rocking Around the Christmas Tree, It’s Beginning to Feel a Lot Like Christmas, Away in a Manger, Hark the Herald Angels Sing, A Winter’s Tale and Let it Snow! Let It Snow! Let it Snow! Each concert will feature exciting special guests and soloists.
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS WITH LEEDS MALE VOICE CHOIR
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS WITH LEEDS MALE VOICE CHOIR
A festive evening of song with the Leeds Male Voice Choir after a successful year of concerts and tours. £14.