Create with Caroline: Ink drawing & mark making
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery Haslington Road, RossendaleCome and learn the art of inky drawing, exploring mark making and drawing inspired by people and places, and create a masterpiece to take home with you. 11am & 1.30pm. Activities recommended for age 6+.
A MUSICAL CELEBRATION
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyThis concert is not just a celebration of Burnley Light Opera Society's remarkable legacy but also a tribute to the enduring spirit of musical theatre itself. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm.
Endless Lionel – Lionel Richie & Motown tribute night
Park Hill Barn Pendle Heritage Centre, Park Hill, BarrowfordJoin us for a night of soulful melodies and timeless classics at Park Hill Barn with "Endless Lionel" & Motown tribute night.
Nick Cope’s Family Show
The Met Market Street, BuryNick Cope is a children's musician and songwriter who ignites children’s imaginations with his songs and animations. His CBeebies show Nick Cope’s Popcast has won him fans across the UK. Ages 3+. 11am & 2pm.
Spring Food, Home and Garden Show 2024
Ripon Cathedral Minster Road, RiponGet ready to indulge in a delightful celebration of all things spring. Come along to the stunning Ripon Cathedral for a day filled with incredible food, inspiring home furnishings, and stunning garden plants and accessories.
Lindisfarne
The Grand Theatre 18 York Street, ClitheroeLegendary 70’s Tyneside folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne present a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by founder- member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar.
Steeton Male Voice Choir & Bradford Concert Band
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonIn a first-time collaboration, Steeton Male Voice Choir joins forces with Bradford Concert Band to present "A Spring Celebration" - An evening of music and song that promises something for everyone. £10 & £15.
Thin Lizzy Night
Barnoldswick Music & Art Centre Rainhall Road, BarnoldswickThin Lizzy's Black Rose: A Rock Legend is the ninth studio album by Irish rock band Thin Lizzy. Released in 1979, it has been described as one of the band's "greatest, most successful albums". Dizzy Lizzy will recreate a large selection of the songs. Dizzy Lizzy are regarded as one of the best live Lizzy bands around.
Nearly Elton
Settle Victoira Hall Kirkgate, SettleNearly 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.
ART & CRAFTS
Colne Citadel Market Street, Colne.Arts and Crafts at Colne Citadel, Mondays 12pm - 1.30pm. All are welcome. Mondays 12pm – 1.30pm. Further details contact Jolene: 07742883312 or Jolene@colnecitadel.co.uk.
Wicked
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, Bradford"One of the most successful musicals of all time" (BBC News), Wicked has been casting its magical spell around the world for two decades. Various times & prices.
Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterBased on the original book Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book – written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Come and delve into a range of books with Charlie Cook, brought to life with puppetry and enchanting songs. Various times. Adult £15, child £13.
Early Years Explorers: April 2024
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonThrough these explorative play sessions, we aim to foster a sense of wonder and appreciation for our rich cultural heritage. By engaging in hands-on activities, our little ones will develop a deeper understanding of different cultures, traditions, and artistic expressions from around the world. Ages 5 and under.
Open Event – Nelson and Colne College
Nelson & Colne College Scotland Road, NelsonGet ready for our Year 8, 9 and 10 Open Event, where you’ll get a taste of the incredible opportunities awaiting you at Nelson and Colne College! Mark your calendar for Wed 17th April, and dive into an immersive experience where you can engage with our enthusiastic tutors. They’ll guide you through an array of options tailored to your unique talents and ambitions.
Ensemble Renard-Wind Quintet
Clitheroe Grammar School Sixth Form Centre York Street, ClitheroeEnsemble Renard was founded in 2018 by musicians and friends from the Royal Academy of Music and the Guildhall School. This wind quartet will put on an exciting and varied programme for audiences of all backgrounds
Kay Mellor’s The Syndicate
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsBased on her hit BBC show, The Syndicate is a new stage play by the legendary Kay Mellor. Various times. £27 - £49.
WEDDING OPENING EVENING
Park Hill Barn Pendle Heritage Centre, Park Hill, BarrowfordCome and join us at Park Hill Barn and see the barn dressed and decorated as it would be for a wedding day. (No appointment required but please order a free ticket so we have an idea of attendance).
Annual Flower Festival
Lytham Hall Ballam Rd,, Lytham St Annes,, LancashireA wonderful event that encourages everyone to enjoy this heritage attraction filled with the floral joys of spring. Adult £12, child £7. No need to book, pay on entrance.
The Brontës And The 19th Century Art World
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthThis talk looks at what art was being made during the 19th century, specifically by female artists. We’ll discuss how important art was to the Brontës' lives, and how the Brontës utilised art in the novels Jane Eyre and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall.
ROH Live: Swan Lake
Settle Victoria Hall Kirkgate, SettleCinema - Swan Lake remains to this day one of the best-loved works in the classical ballet canon. Live Broadcast from the Royal Opera House stage. £11.00 - £17.00.
Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsAwarded ‘Best Kid’s Show at Edinburgh Fringe’ by The Derek Awards, this interactive show promises to entertain and educate in the most spectacular way! You think science is boring, think again; this is science like you have never seen it before. £17/£15.
Two Pianos
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxJoin the sensational David Barton and Al Kilvo, along with their top-class band as they battle it out to deliver the best rock 'n' roll piano experience audiences have seen. £18/£16/£10.
Spring Showcase – Elements
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, ColneImogen Gibson School of Dance presents Spring Showcase – Element. 6pm. £10.
The Greatest Star – The Barbra Streisand Tribute Show
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterStarring 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. £25, concs £23.
Show of Hands – Full Circle Tour
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThis is a farewell tour, the last time to see Steve Knightley and Phil Beer performing together. It will be an opportunity to reconnect with their loyal supporters, and a chance to inspire a new generation of folk musicians. Adult £37.25, under 21s £19.75.
The Voice of Whitney – Michelle Lawson
Park Hill Barn Pendle Heritage Centre, Park Hill, BarrowfordGet ready to sing, dance, and celebrate the incredible legacy of one of the greatest voices in music history. Don't miss this enchanting evening of nostalgia and homage to the iconic Whitney Houston!"
An Audience with Niamh Kavanagh
Silsden Town Hall Main Street, SilsdenVoice to one of the best-selling soundtracks of all time, The Commitments, Niamh Kavanagh is one of Ireland’s national treasures. Having won the Eurovision Song Contest for her country in 1993 and represented them a second time in 2010, Niamh’s international success has seen her perform worldwide. £20 - £28.
Colne Daffodil and Spring Flower Show
North Valley Community Centre.Have you got any spring flower shoots peeping through? You can enter your daffodils, hyacinths or tulips in the Colne Daffodil and Spring Flower show. Novice classes for first timers and championship classes for experienced growers. Sunday 21st April at North Valley Community Centre. www.facebook.com/colne.horticulture
Farmer’s Market
Hoghton Tower Hoghton, PrestonExplore the finest produce Lancashire has to offer within the ground of our historic, iconic Hoghton Tower, set against the spectacular backdrop of the Lancashire countryside. Admission on the door (cash only) £2 per car, £2 per pedestrian group (up to 6).
Fleetwood Town Wedding Show
Fleetwood Town Football Club Highbury Stadium, Park Ave, FleetwoodLots on offer wedding dresses, cars, cakes, florist, venue styling. Bridal catwalk and prize draw at 1.30pm. Free entry.
2:22 A Ghost Story
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolWinner of Best New Play at the Whatsonstage Awards, this edge-of-your-seat, supernatural thriller is written by Danny Robins, creator of the hit BBC podcasts Uncanny and The Battersea Poltergeist. 7.30pm, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £15.50 - £40.50.
Welcome to Our Village, Please Invade Carefully
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxKatrina Lyons only visited Cresdon Green for the weekend to see her parents, unfortunately, this happened to be the weekend when aliens launched an invasion of the village and put a force-field around it. Katrina is determined to stop it and sets up a resistance movement. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. £6 - £12.
Careless Murder
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonThe Hall Players present Careless Murder. A comedy whodunit by Andy Bennison. Is there a killer on the loose or is this a case of careless murder?
Harrogate Spring Flower Show
Great Yorkshire Showground Railway Road, HarrogateThis prestigious event features stunning show garden features, live talks and demonstrations, great garden shopping, and the biggest exhibition by florists and flower arrangers in the country. A great family day out. £22 - £25.
The Cavern Beatles
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyThe Cavern Beatles, a band fully endorsed and licensed by the same club, The show is a Magical History Tour through the works of the greatest pop music phenomenon.
The Peter Kay Experience
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnCarlton entertainment presents an evening of comedy with 2 of the UKs most in demand comedians… Simon Marks as Peter Kay and the outstanding comedy vocalist Marc Bolton.
Newton Faulkner – Feels Like Home Tour 2
The Grand Theatre 18 York Street, ClitheroeNewton’s going old school, solo, mainly acoustic with the occasional splash of something of the beaten track, maybe a cassette sting part, who knows. It’s been 2 years since Feels Like Home part 1, who’s ready for Feels Like Home part 2, this time it’s personal.
Lets Move To The Groove – Dance Party
Linden Road Community Centre Linden Road, EarbyLinden Road Centre presents Lets move to the Groove. Line dancing and disco inferno. So why not come along and dance the night away, we can guarantee you a great evening,
Luther
Albert Halls Victoria Square, Bolton“The World’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Velvet Voice’ experience all the hits from his amazing career, fronted by international Luther Vandross tribute Harry Cambridge and his 8 piece band.
Geoff Norcott
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyOn this his sixth UK tour, Geoff Norcott will be trying to make sense of the current cultural and political scene with his playfully provocative brand of humour.
SECRET GARDEN – Dance Anthems Takeover
Thornton Hall Country Park Thornton in Craven, BarnoldswickDFC will be joing us in The Secret Garden at Thornton Hall Country Park for a night of classic Dance Anthems! Fully licensed bar and food available. £7.50 per person or 2 for £10.
Halle
St. George's Hall Bridge Street, BradfordThe Hallé close the 155th Orchestral Music Season at St George's Hall. £17.75 - £34.75.
Showaddywaddy – 50th Anniversary Tour
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterThis tour celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Showaddywaddy. ‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement, but Showaddywaddy have lived up to that title for the last 5 decades!
Twelve Angry Men
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolFollowing a recording-breaking West End season, this powerful production of Twelve Angry Men is back in session! A life in the balance. Twelve men. One verdict. 7.30pm. Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £17.50 - £44.
Come From Away
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, Leeds7,000 Stranded Passengers. One Small Town. A Remarkable True Story. Winner of four Olivier Awards including Best New Musical in London and the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical on Broadway. 7.30pm. Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £25 - £60.
Banff Mountain Film Festival
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsThe Banff Mountain Film Festival features a brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinematography! Experience an unforgettable evening of thrilling adventure – up on the big screen!
Samlesbury Hall
Samlesbury Hall Preston New Road, PrestonSamlesbury Hall is the perfect events venue for families and history lovers. Events include regular free tours around the hall and entertainment throughout school breaks. The medieval hall also hosts an array of workshops and special events throughout the year. Closed Mon & Sat.
LANCASTER CASTLE
LANCASTER CASTLE Castle Parade, LancasterSee history come alive in the heart of Lancaster. England's dark history, with tales of persecution, incarceration, punishment and execution, has been lived out over the centuries within the confines of Lancaster Castle. aDULT £8,concs £6.50, family £22.50.
CRAFT GROUP AT TRAWDEN COMMUNITY CENTRE
Trawden Community CentreCraft group held every 1st Wednesday of the month. All are welcome. 1pm - 3pm. Further details contact Angela Hargreaves 07891714228.
Toddlers Retreat
Trinity Baptist Church ColneThis is a service providing mums and dads with a safe play environment, where toddlers can be left for up to two hours, while appointments, jobs, and shopping can be done. Anyone with a baby or child not yet walking can come along to stay and play. £1.00 per child per session. All our staff are full CRB checked and on site first aider is at hand. Mon & Thurs 9.15am - 11.15am. More Details contact John & Linda Caddy Tel: 01282 866579.