Guys and Dolls – Presented by MAODS
Lancaster Grand Theatre St Leonardgate, LancasterThis musical comedy takes us from the centre of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba and even into the sewers of New York City, but eventually everyone ends up right where they belong!
The Yeomen of the Guard
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnBlackburn G&S proudly present a fully staged version of this operatic classic with an orchestra under the baton of a renowned and respected interpreter of the music of G&S. 7.30pm. Sat mat 3pm.
Enchanted April
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonPreston Drama Club presents Enchanted April by Matthew Barber from the novel by Elizabeth von Arnim.
Oh What a Lovely War
Harrogate Theatre Oxford Street, HarrogateA cornerstone of modern musical theatre and one of the very greatest stage satires, Oh What A Lovely War is an extraordinary theatrical journey bringing to life the folly, farce and tragedy of the First World War. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2pm. £17 - £96.
JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW – ‘Sin & Redemption’ Tour
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyWith standing ovations every night, Johnny Cash Roadshow is the longest running, most recognised and still the biggest and best celebration of Johnny Cash in the world today guaranteed to leave you wanting more.
The Conquistadors: The Songs of Procol Harum
Settle Victoira Hall Kirkgate, SettleMembers and Former members of Big Country, Wishbone Ash, Animals & Friends, Steve Cropper and Liam Gallaghers Band unite to perform an anthology set of Classic Procol Harum songs.
GREAT EXPECTATIONS
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyJoin Chapterhouse Theatre Company this spring as they bring the haunting marshes of Kent and the bustling streets of Victorian London to theatres and cathedrals around the country in a powerful and theatrical telling of Dickens’ enduring masterpiece. Adullt £21.50, child £14, family £64/£56.
Geoff Norcott – Basic Bloke
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterNew national tour for star of Have I Got News For You, A League Of Their Own, The Last Leg, Would I Lie to You?, Live At The Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Backstage With Katherine Ryan and many more!
AMERICAN FOUR TOPS MOTOWN SHOW
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesDirect from the USA, Soul Satisfaction appear live in concert performing the AMERICAN FOUR TOPS Motown Show bringing all the sweet soul music and the Motown magic to their audiences.
Totally Tina!
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportThe Award-winning Tina Turner Spectacular. Come shake a tail feather with the UK’s supreme Tina – Justine Riddoch – and her talented cast.
Jon Palmer Acoustic Band
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleyA high energy 6-piece folk, roots and rock & roll band based in West Yorkshire, they have been described as “a cross between The Pogues and The Oyster Band, with a bit of The Waterboys, The Saw Doctors and the Bruce Springsteen Seeger Sessions Band thrown in”.
Undivided: A Tribute to Boybands of the Noughties
Silsden Town Hall Main Street, SilsdenPerforming the hits of Westlife, Boyzone, NSYNC, 5ive and the Backstreet Boys, Undivided is the ultimate tribute to boybands of the noughties.
Humpty Dumpty – Half Term Panto
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnOnce upon a time in Storybrooke all was going well until the evil Queen of Hearts caused misery and corrupted all the nursery rhymes in the land. Various prices.
BLT presents: Blackbird
Bingley Little Theatre Bingley Arts Centre, BingleyWinner of the Olivier Award for Best Play, Blackbird is a deeply complex portrayal of two people whose ruined lives are inextricably intertwined.
THE GREATEST MAGICIAN: AN EVENING OF WONDERS
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyJames Phelan, the magician most infamous for jamming the BBC switchboard after correctly predicted the lottery, presents an all new show for 2023. £18, concs £14.
Queen Extravaganza
St. George's Hall Bridge Street, BradfordQueen Extravaganza, the official Queen tribute band produced by Roger Taylor and Brian May, returns to the UK in 2024, following a triumphant 2023 tour and sell out shows across the globe. £30.50 - £48.50.
Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsEmpowering pop musical Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World. From explorers to artists, scientists to secret agents, hear the stories of some of history’s strongest mothers, sisters and daughters; all independent icons who really did change the world. Various times & prices.
Whitney – Queen of the Night
Lancaster Grand Theatre St Leonardgate, LancasterDirect from the West End, The London Palladium, and the iconic Royal Albert Hall, Whitney – Queen of the Night is a celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of all time: Whitney Houston.
THE GLENN MILLER & BIG BAND SPECTACULAR
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonThe music that filled the dancehalls during the Big Band era is brought to life again by The Moonlight Serenade Orchestra UK.
Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxWhen Sarah Millican was a bairn, she wouldn’t say boo to a goose. Quiet at school, not many friends, no boobs til she was 16. Now? NOW she is loud, with good friends, a cracking rack and goose booing all over the shop. In Late Bloomer, Sarah’s brand-new stand-up show, she explores how one became the other.
Bradford Beer and Cider Festival 2024
Victoria Hall Victoria Road,, SaltaireBradford CAMRA is proud to present the Bradford Beer and Cider Festival 2024. There will be over 110 real ales, real ciders and perries, wines, global beers, and craft keg beers, as well as great food, live music and our world-famous tombola.
CROONERS – Uncaged
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyPacked with personality and humour, Crooners has been wowing audiences with its witty and exhilarating show full of hilarious one liners, laugh out loud silliness and superb musical numbers with the outstanding 9-piece The Mini Big Band live on stage.
Dire Streets
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyDire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail that makes them the stand out as the Dire Straits tribute in the UK.
Jon Courtenay: Bigger
The Met Market Street, BuryThe winner of ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent comes to The Met with his brand-new show! Join Jon for his biggest show yet jam-packed with the very best in music, comedy and entertainment.
Oh What A Lovely War
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolOh What A Lovely War is an extraordinary theatrical journey bringing to life the folly, farce and tragedy of the First World War. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2pm. £15 - £29.50.
THE ELO EXPERIENCE
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyCelebrating the great music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra.
The Best of Queen – Majesty
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportThe Break Free Tour! Join Freddie, Brian, Roger and John as they take you on a magical journey performing The Best of Queen, whilst celebrating the music and showmanship of the UK’s favourite rock band.
Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterCritically acclaimed as one of the world’s greatest tribute shows, Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years continues to delight audiences across the globe. Featuring stunning vocal harmonies from world-class musicians, this spectacular concert transports you on a journey through the epic songs and history of the much-loved Simon and Garfunkel.
AN EVENING IN BUENOS AIRES
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleyStarring Celeste Cimino and Luciano Millaqueo. Back by popular demand, professional Argentine Tango dancers, Celeste Cimino and Luciano Millaqueo, return to stage - An Evening in Buenos Aires.
Keighley Model Railway Club Exhibition 2024
Woodbank Garden Centre and Nurseries Harden Rd, Harden, BingleyA model railway exhibition hosted by the Keighley Model Railway Club. Features: 15 layouts, trade support, refreshments and parking. Adult £10, child £5, family £20.
Bootleg Blondie
The Grand Theatre 18 York Street, ClitheroeBootleg Blondie is the official Debbie Harry & Blondie tribute band, the only Blondie tribute to play the legendary CBGB’s in New York City before it’s demise in 2006.
Killer Rhapsody – A Night of Queen
Marine Hall The Esplanade,, FleetwoodFor over a decade, Killer Rhapsody have been blowing people’s minds with the hottest and most riveting tribute to Freddie Mercury and Queen.
Clare Teal & The Clare Teal Four
Glusburn Community & Arts Centre Colne Road, GlusburnShe’s back! Expect exhilarating swing from award winning jazz vocalist and long time Radio 2 and Jazz FM broadcaster Clare Teal and her marvellous band.
Something About George
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnStarring West End actor and musician Daniel Taylor, Something About George – The George Harrison Story tells the truly remarkable tale of one of music’s most understated icons.
The Illegal Eagles
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThis critically acclaimed show features the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including ’Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘New Kid In Town’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’ and many more…
EMMA HORNSBY – Vocalist
Colne Legion Club Keighley Road, ColneA welcome return for this great female vocalist. Members free, Guests £1
TABLE TOP SALE
Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall Dotcliffe Road, KelbrookTable top sale. Come along and sell your unwanted items in the village hall - perfect for your 'Spring Clean'.
Skipton Artisan Market
Skipton Canal Basin Coach Street, SkiptonSkipton Artisan Market takes place on the 1st Sun of the month on the Canal Basin. The Market is home to talented stallholders offering an amazing selection of predominantly handmade and hand produced food, drink, arts and crafts.
Ireland The Show
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes'Ireland The Show' is back! Featuring an all-star Irish cast of the Emerald Isle's most talented award-winning performers including Gary Gamble, Ritchie Remo, Elaine Boyle, Keltic Storm and the Gael Force Irish dancers with their high energy jigs and reels!
American Wrestling
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonThe world’s greatest family spectacular, featuring the people’s champion Tiny Iron, king of the ring rumble. The show of a lifetime, plus free meet and greet. £13.75 £15.75.
Macbeth
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsCorruption and an insatiable greed for power, lead to death and destruction in Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy. Various times & prices.
Discover the Medieval Monasteries of Lancashire by Lancashire Adult Learning
Clitheroe Castle & Museum Castle Hill, ClitheroeThis session is designed to give the learner an introduction to the life and times of the Medieval Monastery. We will begin with looking at the creation and development of the monasteries in England and the Benedictine Rule. Free. Booking essential.
Threads through Creation – Exhibition
Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, BlackburnYou are invited to come and see the amazing panels of textiles by Jacqui Parkson. 'Threads through Creation' panels of spectacular stitching tell the christian story of 'Creation in the Bible. The eight million stitches express God's Love! Free.
The British Blues Trio
Barnoldswick Music & Art Centre Rainhall Road, BarnoldswickThe British Blues Trio - Dave Kelly, Bob Hall and Hilary Blythe. Expect an evening of great blues, original songs, entertaining stories and even a little country.
Leon McCawley-Piano
Clitheroe Grammar School Sixth Form Centre York Street, Clitheroe“One of today’s most impeccably musical pianists.” International Piano, January/February 2021 Piano recital by Leon McCawley
Railway Children – Blackburn Drama Club
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnThe children’s classic by E. Nesbit centres on the lives of three children whose comfortable, middle-class existence ends when their father is arrested for a crime he didn’t commit.
Pirates Of Penzance
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonPreston Gilbert & Sullivan will be performing ‘The Pirates of Penzance’ Join us as we climb over Rocky Mountains, as we prepare to set sail with the Pirates of Penzance on our 70th anniversary show. Children under 15 free when accompanied by an adult.
Recorded Music Society 2023 – 2024 Season – Wharfedale
St John's Church Hall Bolling Road, Ben Rhydding, IlkleyMeet on Wed evenings at 7.45 pm at St. John's Church Hall, Ben Rhydding We listen to classical music on very fine equipment with superb sound reproduction and each season have a few audio-visual presentations using the same equipment with images digitally projected onto a huge screen. Listen to the World's Greatest Conductors and Orchestras and experience programmes featuring many aspects of classical music. New members and visitors are always welcome.
Yorkshire Games Festival
The National Science and Media Museum Pictureville, BradfordA unique festival of all things gaming. Celebrating games culture, design, and production with special industry guests. From masterclasses to networking events, to free gameplay and workshops, there’ll be lots for everyone to enjoy.
Snooker Greats – Clash of the Titans
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonAn Evening with Snooker Greats (Clash Of The Titans) Stephen Hendry, Steve Davis & Dennis Taylor. Seven-times World Snooker Champion Stephen Hendry takes on his arch rival Steve Davis with your host and referee for the evening the Dennis Taylor.