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Hansel and Gretel
Victoria Hall, BoltonHansel and Gretel find themselves lost in the depths of the forbidden woods while looking for their father. Little do they know the wicked old witch is looking for her next tasty victim. Various times.
The Woman In Black
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolThe Woman in Black brilliantly delivers atmosphere, illusion and horror! Experience the thrill and excitement of this critically-acclaimed international theatre event. 7.30pm. Thurs & Sat mat 2pm. £17.50 - £37.50.
Blood Brothers
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordWritten by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of two twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. 7.30pm, mat 2pm. £18 - £43.50.
The Incident Room
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleyThe Incident Room highlights the failures, prejudices, and limitations of policing in the 1970s that enabled killer Peter Sutcliffe to take the lives of 13 women and terrorise countless others. This play is pacy, dark, and illuminating. A must-see for everybody, but especially those of us that lived through it. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. £5 - £13.
A Joke
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterAn Englishman, an Irishman and a Scotsman walk into a joke...Three characters, apparently born into a void with no memory, must work out who and where they are. Are they the constituents of a joke, or a story, or is the joke ultimately on them? Sat mat 2pm. £9 - £14.
COMEDY NIGHT
The Met Market Street, BuryHilarious comedy at The Met on the first thursday of every month. With Mark Nelson, Louis Burgess, Stuart Thomas and MC Dave Longley.
Matilda
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenAshleigh's Dance & Theatre Academy proudly present their 1st Musical Theatre Production, Matilda Jr. 7pm, Sat mat 2pm.
The Bubble Show
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsJoin Mr. Bubbles with his extraordinary soap bubbles in all shapes and sizes! The Bubble Show is a unique blend of magic, storytelling, science and bubble art! £14.30, concs £13.20.
Roy Chubby Brown
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterAfter 50 years in show business Roy Chubby Brown has proven himself time and time again - he is Britain's King Of Comedy.
An Evening of Burlesque
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonAn Evening of Burlesque – a night of laughter, cabaret, mystery and glamour.
Skipton Comedy Live
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonGet ready to laugh until your sides hurt as we present an evening of side-splitting comedy at our monthly comedy extravaganza! Featuring Chris Brooker, Sully O Sullivan & Dan Antopolski.
Calendar Girls the Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThis brand-new production of the award-winning musical, written by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth, features a re-imagined book and new music! 7.30pm. Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £29 - £50.
Little Shop of Horrors
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterThe dark comedy musical presented by Lancaster Red Rose AODS. Sat mat 2.15pm.
The Royal Ballet: Don Quixote (12A)
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesThis energetic 19th-century ballet is enlivened by Ludwig Minkus’ spirited score and is a wonderful showcase for the virtuosity of The Royal Ballet's Principal dancers. Created for The Royal Ballet a decade ago, Carlos Acosta’s exuberant production featuring Tim Hatley’s characterful designs brings the heat and romance of Cervantes' classic novel to life. Screening 3hrs 30mins.
Rope by Patrick Hamilton
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsRope by Patrick Hamilton. The play that inspired Alfred Hitchcock, a pitch black comedy of murder and intrigue. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. Adult £15, concs £13.
Holy Cow
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonStoryteller Emily Hennessey and sitar player Sheema Mukherjee - This is performance storytelling & live music at its most accessible and engaging, bursting with humour, dance, ritual and an infectiously fun energy. £7.50 - £12.50.
High Times and Dirty Monsters
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsThis raucous, radical, celebratory, and hard-hitting hip hop gig theatre show shares the good times and the not so good times of being young and disabled in 2023. Various times. £15 - £20.
Cottonshed Theatre Company: Beware of the Doll
The Whitaker Haslingden Road, RawtenstallInspired by the Cabinet of Curiosities and taxidermy pieces at The Whitaker, this show has been expertly conceived and created by the children’s section (7-11 years) of this inclusive theatre group. Come along and experience the weird, scary and spooky side of theatre.
Ground Rules by Eric Chappell
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenEric Chappell’s comedy is by turns hilarious and poignant, preposterous and touching. By the end, nobody’s relationships – or perhaps even partners – will ever be the same again!
Rhys James – Split Milk
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterOne of the final Mock The Week regulars and star of Live At The Apollo, Rhys’s previous tour sold out over 70 dates nationwide.
Gary Delaney: Gary in Punderland
Square Chapel Arts Centre 10 Square Road, HalifaxGet ready to dive into a rabbit hole of the best jokes in the world – star of Live at the Apollo and sell-out sensation Gary Delaney is back!
Fairytale of New York
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolDirect from the West End and after two sell-out tours, the ultimate feel-good Irish-inspired Christmas show is back with an even bigger production for 2023. £27.50 - £31.50.
Dan Nightingale’s Special
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonFollowing on from the triple-extended 2022 tour Smasher; 2023 will see him hit the road again to show even more people what 18,000 monthly patreons, 55,000 YouTube subscribers and one million monthly download & viewers already know – that Dan Nightingale’s Special.
Fairytale of New York
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolDirect from the West End and after two sell-out tours, the ultimate feel-good Irish-inspired Christmas show is back with an even bigger production for 2023. £22.50 - £31.50.
Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out
St. George's Hall BradfordJoin Peppa, along with her family and friends as they go to the zoo and also the beach for a special party- it’s going to be an exciting and fun packed day. Various times. £18 - £21.
The Nutcracker
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThe Nutcracker - presented by Classical Ballet and Opera House. A lavish ballet of the festive season. Featuring a live Orchestra with over 30 musicians. £28.25 - £41.25.
The Full Monty
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordCelebrating the 25th Anniversary of the film on a major national tour. Book now to relive the music of the 90’s and have a great night out in the company of our group of lads as they work to put on the show of their lives. 7.30pm, Wed mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £21.50 - £47.
THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936
York Theatre Royal St. Leonard's Place, YorkAmbition, power and political unrest explode onto the stage in The Merchant of Venice 1936, direct from the RSC, starring Tracy-Ann Oberman (Eastenders, Doctor Who) as Shylock. 7.30pom. Thurs mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £15 - £38.
The Man Who Thought He Knew Too Much
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterWes Anderson meets Hitchcock meets Spaghetti Western in this multi-award-winning, fast-paced, raucous whodunnit. £8 - £18.
The Importance of Being… Earnest?
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolSay It Again, Sorry? presents: The Importance of Being… Earnest?Written by Joshua King, Simon Paris and Say It Again, Sorry? £16.50 - £31.50
Dangerous Corner – Preston Drama Club
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonA fascinating combination of mystery play and psychological study, showing a gradual revelation of the real truth. Dangerous Corner was J.B Priestley’s first solo play, and his first experiment with ‘time.
BAOS presents Aladdin
Bingley Arts Centre Main Street, BingleyBAOS is proud to present our 2023 pantomime, Aladdin. A fantastic opportunity for a family trip to the theatre! 7.15pm. Sat mat 1pm, Sun mat 12.30pm. £16, concs £13.
Cinderella – Bolton’s Christmas Family Pantomime
Victoria Hall, BoltonThe magical family pantomime Cinderella. You will have a ball at The Victoria Hall come along and join in the fun. Various times.
Lucy Beaumont – The Trouble and the Strife!
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterAward-winning stand-up comedian BEFORE she met Jon Richardson, Lucy Beaumont is going to let loose and let slip on her roller coaster world. Life through the Beaumont lens is more surreal than you could ever imagine.
Greatest Days – Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsGreatest Days features more than 15 record-breaking Take That songs, alongside a heart-warming and hilarious story of love, loss and laughter from award-winning writer Tim Firth that will make your heart Shine. Various times. £30 - £59.
La Bamba!
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolHow can one decision alter her story for ever? La Bamba! tells the story of how the power of music can transform a generation and celebrate a community. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2pm. £22.50 - £42.50.
And Then There Were None – Agatha Christie
Grand Opera House YorkTen strangers are lured to a solitary mansion off the coast of Devon. When a storm cuts them off from the mainland, the true reason for their presence on the island becomes horribly clear. 7.30pm, Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £13 - £59.
Singin’ in the Rain
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxA Halifax Light Opera Society - Main Stage Production. Filled with every memorable moment from the film and a downpour of unforgettable songs, Singin' In The Rain is a guaranteed hit for all the family. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2pm.
Nativity! The Musical
Bradford Playhouse 4 – 12 Chapel St,Little Germany,, Bradford.Feel –good, funny and full of yuletide joy, Nativity! The Musical features all of the favourite sing-a-long hits from the films including Sparkle and Shine, Nazareth, She’s the Brightest Star and a whole host of new songs filled with the spirit of Christmas! 7.15pm, Sat mat 2.15pm. £14 - £56.
Snow White
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsFeaturing breath-taking scenery and special effects, sparkling costumes, spectacular song and dance, with plenty of fun, laughter and audience participation, Snow White is the pantomime that is simply wicked, simply wonderful and simply must be seen! Various times & prices.
Robin Hood: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsA very different format to the traditional Christmas pantomime, Rock ‘n’ Roll Pantos mix traditional elements of audience participation and corny gags with a jukebox full of classic rock anthems and chart-toppers, all performed live on stage by an ultra-talented cast of actor-musicians. Various times & prices.
A Christmas Carol
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterUnwrap the magic this season with a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens classic tale, featuring toe-tapping music, festive fun and a touch of Christmas magic. £18 - £20. Various times.
Beauty and the Beast – 2023 Pantomime
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnJoin us for a BEAST of a tale that’s as old as time as Tom Rolfe Productions present a real BEAUTY of a pantomime with stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and hilarious comedy! Various times & prices.
Beauty and the Beast
The Globe Theatre Blackpool Pleasure Beach, BlackpoolBeauty And The Beast is a magical Story - A tale as old as time! Various times. £14 -£22.
Sarah Millican : Late Bloomer
St. George's Hall BradfordLate Bloomer, Sarah’s brand-new stand-up show. Come along, laugh at her, with her, beside her.
Jo Caulfield: Here Comes Trouble
Settle Victoira Hall Kirkgate, SettleVoted Comedians’ Comedian of The Year 2021/2022, Jo Caulfield is quite simply one of the most consistently funny and creative comics in the country.
Jesus Christ Superstar
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordWith music and lyrics by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. Jesus Christ Superstar is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ, as seen through the eyes of Judas. 7.30pm. Wed mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £19.50 - £49.50.
Oliver!
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsBased on the novel by Charles Dickens, Oliver! follows the story of a small boy with a big heart as he journeys from a desolate workhouse to the paved streets of Victorian London in search of love and a place to call home. Various times & prices.
Shrek The Musical
Grand Opera House YorkBased on the Oscar winning DreamWorks film, the Broadway and West End smash hit Shrek the Musical is a fun filled and hilarious musical comedy with a cast of vibrant characters and a 'shrektacular' score. 7.30pm, Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £13 - £64.
A Christmas Carol
Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, BlackburnChapterhouse Theatre Company is proud to bring you Charles Dickens' timeless tale of hope and redemption this Christmas. A Christmas Carol follows the miserly Ebeneezer Scrooge as he embarks upon a journey through his past, present, and future,… £9 - £24.