26 January to 31 January
Educating Rita
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
Set in the 1980's in Liverpool, Rita, a young hairdresser, seeks to break away from her working-class roots and pursue an education.  Comedy drama by Willy Russell. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. 26 January to 31 January. keighleyplayhouse.co.uk

31 January
Richard Blackwood Unfiltered
Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street, Darwen
No gimmicks. No filter. Just Richard Blackwood at his realest. In this brand-new hour, Richard delivers sharp, fearless comedy with raw honesty - tackling fatherhood, fame, race, ageing and mental health. £22. 7:30 pm. bwdvenues.com

1 February
THE DAZZLING DIAMONDS: COMEDY DRAG SHOW
Lancaster Grand Theatre, St Leonardgate, Lancaster
The Dazzling Diamonds proudly present their smash-hit comedy variety drag show. This isn’t just any show – these “ladies” deliver a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud spectacle like no other. £25. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. lancastergrand.co.uk

2 February
THE POPPY HOLIDAY SHOW
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
Get ready for a feel-good, toe-tapping afternoon as Poppy & Friends deliver timeless, unforgettable songs direct to your seat! £7.50. 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. blackburnempire.com

3 February to 7 February
THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY 2026
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Buddy tells the enduring story of the musical icon’s meteoric rise from his Southern rockabilly beginnings to international stardom. In just 18 short months, the bespectacled boy from Lubbock, Texas, revolutionised the face of contemporary music and would influence everyone from The Beatles to Bruce Springsteen and The Rolling Stones. £15. 3 February to 7 February. blackpoolgrand.co.uk

4 February
MACBETH ALONE
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
A scintillating new version of one of Shakespeare’s bloodiest plays. Macbeth Alone is a thrilling and visceral reimagining of Shakespeare’s most haunting tragedy — performed by one man alone. £20. 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm. lowtherpavilion.co.uk

5 February
Beauty and The Beast – Adult Panto
The Muni Theatre , Colne
Beauty’s looking for love — but instead finds herself trapped in a castle with a beast with a very big… personality. Packed with outrageous innuendo, dazzling drag, and more sass than you can shake a candle stick at. This is a laugh-out-loud, adults-only twist on the fairy tale you thought you knew. £31.50. 7:30 pm. themuni.co.uk/

7 February
THANK ABBA FOR THE MUSIC
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
Grab your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA dominated the charts and ruled the airwaves! £26. 2:30 pm to 7:30 pm. blackburnempire.com

8 February
JUSTIN LIVE – JUSTIN TIME TO ROCK
King’s Hall & Winter Gardens, Station Rd, Ilkley
Get ready to sing, dance and laugh along with BAFTA Award-winning Justin, star of Something Special, Justin’s House, Gigglebiz and Gigglequiz as he and his friends are back in a brand-new live theatre show bursting with music, dancing and plenty of giggles. £26.15. 11:00 am to 2:30 pm. wintergardensblackpool.co.uk

10 February to 12 February
SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE HUNT FOR MORIARTY
Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, Leeds
A thrilling adventure based on the work of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes: The Hunt for Moriarty is a world premiere combining powerful performances, a haunting soundscape and innovative design for an exhilarating theatrical experience. 10 February to 12 February. leedsplayhouse.org.uk

11 February
PRIVATE LIVES
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
On their honeymoons with new spouses, divorced couple Elyot and Amanda unexpectedly meet, rekindle their passion, and impulsively run away together. £12. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. prestonplayhouse.co.uk

12 February to 14 February
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
The Muni Theatre , Colne
One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colours. £17. 12 February to 14 February. themuni.co.uk

20 February
LIVING THE LIFE OF RILEY
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
A nationally acclaimed stage play that is heartwarming, heartbreaking, and hilarious. Serious laughter combined with serious issues brings the Riley Family to life in front of your eyes. £28. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. blcgroup.co.uk

25 February
THE WEIRD WILL OF WILLY WILLIAMS
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
The late William Harold Williams – former plumber and keen amateur thespian – had occasionally been known to be a tad eccentric. So when his only surviving relatives, Tim and Jacky, attended the reading of his will, they may well have expected the odd surprise here and there. £12. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. prestonplayhouse.co.uk

3 March to 7 March
RSC – Hamlet
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford
The Royal Shakespeare Company returns to Bradford with a "must-see" (Guardian) new production of Hamlet. Hamlet’s mother has married his uncle, and at a less than decent interval since the death of his father. As he pulls at the threads of his not-so-happy new family, Hamlet unravels a web of deceit and immorality that leads to the ultimate crisis of conscience. £18 – £58. 3 March to 7 March. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

7 March
John Lydon
The Muni Theatre , Colne
He’s a legend and an icon, a revolutionary and an immortal. John Lydon – aka Johnny Rotten – changed the face of music and sparked a cultural revolution. The frontman and lyricist of the Sex Pistols and Public Image Ltd (PiL) caused a political earthquake and transformed music for good. £36. 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. www.themuni.co.uk

10 March to 14 March
Derren Brown – Only Human
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford
Derren Brown returns to the stage with his brand-new live show Only Human. Prepare to be astonished! The multi-award-winning master of mind control and psychological illusion, Derren Brown, returns to Bradford, following his previous sold-out shows. The content of Only Human is still under wraps but we can guarantee you a mind-blowing experience that'll take your breath away! £28 – £68. 10 March to 14 March. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

17 March to 21 March
The Woman In Black
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford
The legendary production of Susan Hill’s chilling ghost story The Woman in Black returns to Bradford. One of the most successful and longest running theatre shows in the history of London’s West End, this gripping production is a brilliant study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror. Now seen by over 8 million people worldwide, The Woman in Black continues to delight and terrify audiences of all generations. £22 – £44. 17 March to 21 March. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

29 March to 30 March
Macbeth
The Muni Theatre , Colne
A dark and gripping tragedy by William Shakespeare that explores ambition, power, and guilt. When a Scottish nobleman encounters three witches who predict his rise to the throne, he becomes consumed by ambition. Spurred on by his wife, Macbeth murders King Duncan and seizes the crown, only to spiral into paranoia and tyranny. As bloodshed mounts, the play examines how unchecked ambition leads to destruction and madness. £20. 29 March to 30 March. www.themuni.co.uk

3 April
Rapunzel
The Muni Theatre , Colne
Let your hair down and get tangled in a brand-new musical adaptation of the classic fairy tale, RAPUNZEL! Following the success of The Little Mermaid, award-winning Immersion Theatre proudly presents a hair-larious and exciting retelling of the family favourite, complete with a laugh out loud script, catchy songs, audience interaction, and stunning production value including dazzling costumes and animated scenery! With magic and mayhem throughout, this is one hair-raising adventure the family won’t want to miss! £16. 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. www.themuni.co.uk

9 April
West End Magic
The Muni Theatre , Colne
London’s longest-running theatre magic show, direct from the Leicester Square Theatre, presents some of the most exciting names in magic and variety in the UK. An exciting, family-friendly show offering an amazing mixture of magic, comedy and variety acts, featuring British Champion of Magic Oliver Tabor, magical compere Wayne Trice, plus special guest acts. Since 2013, the regular London-based show runs throughout the year featuring incredible award-winning magic, mind reading mysteries, hilarious comedy, ventriloquism, juggling and crazy stunts. £17. 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm. www.themuni.co.uk

8 May
Ken Webster Hypnotist
The Muni Theatre , Colne
Are you tired of the same old boring hypnosis shows? Well, Ken Webster was too. That's why, in 1985, he decided to shake things up by breaking away from the tired and outdated stereotypes dominating the industry. The result? A bold and controversial style that quickly earned him success. £17. 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm. www.themuni.co.uk

12 May
Jekyll and Hyde
The Muni Theatre , Colne
A very sensible farce! Step into the shadowy, fog-drenched streets of Victorian London, where the well-meaning Dr. Henry Jekyll embarks on a noble scientific quest to unlock the mysteries of human nature… and promptly makes a complete mess of it! With the best of intentions (and absolutely no thought for potential side effects), he brews a potion that unleashes his inner monster—cue dramatic lighting and ominous music. £18. 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. www.themuni.co.uk

25 May
The Sooty Show
The Muni Theatre , Colne
Join Sooty, Sweep, Soo and friends in their spectacular new show. There’s guaranteed giggles for the whole family!  Joining the fun will be the Greatest Showman – Michael Jordan, Singer – Miss Kazia and Mr Brown the Magical Caretaker. Expect jaw dropping juggling, singalong favourites and amazing magic. Plus the return of international blacklight speciality act “Fantasie De La Nuit”. All tickets include a free meet and greet with our Sooty mascot after the show. Unmissable!  £18.50. 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm. www.themuni.co.uk