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Carmen presented by The Ukrainian National Opera
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxPerformed by the Dnipro Opera, from Ukraine. Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a live orchestra of over 30 musicians. Various prices.
Twist – The Halifax Thespians
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxTwist is a hilarious spoof of the much-loved theatrical thriller where nobody is what they seem, and nothing is what it should be! 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. £6 - £12.
Can’t Go Back – A ‘proper’ Yorkshire Musical
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxDescribed as Victoria Wood meets Phoenix Nights, Can’t Go Back is an all-singing, all- dancing new musical with a cast of fantastic characters and a collection of hilarious original songs.
Beyond The Barricade
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxBeyond the Barricade, the UK’s longest running Musical Theatre Concert Tour features past principal performers from Les Miserables and delivers over two hours of the best of Broadway and the West End, ending of course with a stunning finale from Les Mis.
Soul Train
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxHarking back to the wonderful days when the dance floor was king, performers deliver a fun presentation of 60s and 70s soul classics. Great atmosphere - wonderful memories and always a fun night out!
Northern Live: Do I love You
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThe World’s Greatest and most authentic touring Live Band Northern Soul Show. Keeping the Faith to the original sounds of the underground movement that started on the dance floors in the North and eventually swept the Nation including an 11-piece band with 4 lead vocalists performing over 30 original hits.
The Las Vegas Experience
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxThis extraordinary show is designed to transport you back in time and give you a taste of the legendary entertainment that has made the city famous.
Tom Allen: Completely
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxTom Allen has finally moved out of his parents' house, which has been great news for him, better news for department stores and even better news for his latest stand-up tour as he's eager to share his life updates.
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.
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.
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.
50’s & 60’s Atlantic Hits
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxOur band is not a “Tribute” to any one performer, as we cover a large repertoire of songs and instrumental pieces from the many great artistes of the 50’s & 60’s. both from the UK and the USA.
English Youth Ballet Presents Swan Lake
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxAward-winning English Youth Ballet makes it’s debut with an exquisite production of Swan Lake. International principal dancers will lead an impressive cast of 80 local, young dancers selected for their skill and potential. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. Various prices.
Nell Gwynn By Jessica Swales
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxNell Gwynn charts the rise of an unlikely heroine, from her roots in Coal Yard Alley to her success as Britain's most celebrated actress, and her hard-won place in the heart of the King. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £12, concs £10 & £6.
Status Faux
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxFast, loud and in your face, Status Faux deliver a high octane tribute to the music of Status Quo. Covering the early albums up to present day, you will be rocked and rocked hard!
Fleetwood Bac
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxFleetwood Bac and guests A Foreigners Journey.
Voices Together 2024
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxCalderdale Music presents “Voices Together”, showcasing over 1300 young people and 42 schools across 3 evenings.
10CCLO – The Greatest Hits of 10CC and ELO
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, Halifax10CCLO are the world’s only tribute to both the legendary 10CC and ELO in one incredible hit packed 2 hour show. £20, under 16s £17,
The Coiner’s Wife
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxFrom a remote weaver’s cottage in the bleak Yorkshire moors, a gang of counterfeiters (the ‘Cragg Vale Coiners’) launch a nefarious scheme that threatens to unsettle the currency of 18th century England. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2pm. £6 - £12.
Declan McKenna
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxAward winning singer, songwriter and musician Declan McKenna is kicking off in Halifax on 27th July the tour follows on from his hugely successful UK & European tour earlier this year.
The Bench By Keir McAllister
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxJoe is in crisis, his life a swirling scribble of obligations he feels he’s failing to fulfil. For five minutes a day he finds a little solace and peace, alone on an isolated bench. A satirical comedy about finding a safe place in a threatening world. 7.30pm, sat mat 2.30pm.
Voices of Yorkshire: Sing with Love & Dance with Joy
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThe Voices of Yorkshire and Show Kids come together to create an afternoon of fun filled music and dance. Sing along to an eclectic mix of well known songs as more than 200 vocalists and 100 young dancers fill the stage with energy, positivity, colour and excitement! £17.25 - £22.25.
Halifax Choral Society: Carols and Brass
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxHalifax Choral Society present Carols and Brass. Featuring the world-famous Black Dyke Band, Conductor: Nicholas Childs and the talented pupils of Bradshaw Primary School Choir with Conductor: Julia Baker. Adult £26, under 25s £14.25.
HALIFAX CHORAL SOCIETY: CAROLS AND BRASS
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxHalifax Choral Society presents Carols and Brass, featuring the Black Dyke Band and Bradshaw Primary School Choir. Adults £26, Under 25s £14.25.
Peter Pan
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxPeter Pan will be packed full of all the ingredients necessary to make The Victoria Theatre’s panto the best panto in Calderdale – lots of hilarious slapstick comedy, stunning scenery and costumes, magical musical numbers and a plenty of audience interaction. Various times & prices.
Whitney: Queen of the Night
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxExperience the ultimate tribute to the remarkable musical repertoire of Whitney Houston in an electrifying production that honours her timeless songs with sensational vocalists and a full live band.
Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxJason Manford is back at the Victoria Theatre Halifax with his brand-new live show, A Manford All Seasons. His iconic ‘expert observational comedy’ (The Guardian) is sure to ‘comic gold’ (Mail on Sunday).
Jive Talkin’ Perform The Bee Gees
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxRenowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and the only Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees! In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin' performed live on Heart FM withThe Bee Gees and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry Gibb.
JIVE TALKIN’ PERFORM THE BEE GEES
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxRenowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and the only Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees! In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin' performed live on Heart FM with The Bee Gees and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry Gibb.
JASON FOX: LIFE AT THE LIMIT
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxEx-special forces soldier Jason Fox shares stories from his career in the UK Special Forces.
Giovanni: The Last Dance
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThe 2021 Strictly champion and BAFTA winner will be taking to the stage once again with his company of world class performers. Giovanni, the Italian maestro of dance, takes centre stage in ‘The Last Dance’, a mesmerising production that transcends the boundaries of live performance. Various prices.
BEN PORTSMOUTH: THIS IS ELVIS
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxCelebrating the life of an iconic showman, you’ll be taken on a trip down memory lane with many of Elvis' most loved songs from all eras, including the 1950s, the iconic '68 Comeback Special, and Ben's personal favourite, the 1970s Vegas concerts.
AN AUDIENCE WITH SIR BRADLEY WIGGINS
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxSir Bradley Wiggins shares tales of his career as a professional cyclist.
AN EVENING WITH JIMMY WHITE, KEN DOHERTY & JOHN VIRGO
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxA snooker-themed evening hosted by John Virgo, featuring Ken Doherty and Jimmy White with an exclusive trick shot masterclass.
Blackadder Goes Forth
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxPresented by The Halifax Thespians - It's 1917 and waiting in fear of the dreaded order to go 'over the top' from the patently insane General Melchett, Captain Edmund Blackadder devises several attempts to escape the banality of the trenches. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £6/£12.
Bootleg Eagles
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThe Bootleg Eagles take their audience on a powerful journey through the band's career, from their country-rock roots to global chart-toppers. £20/£22.
My Fair Lady
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxMy Fair Lady is a beautiful musical based on George Bernard Shaw’s play, Pygmalion. Presented by All Souls' Operatic Society. 7.15pm. Sat mat 2.15pm.
Made In Motor City
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThe Made In Motor City performance recreates the classic music and sounds of Motown hits from the 1960s/1970s. The show is dedicated to recreating the Sounds of Detroit (Motor City), fronted by the incredible talents of the bands three female vocalists, Alex Schofield, Loise Leather and Kerry-Jo Reed. £18, concs £16.
Taylor Fever – Taylor Swift Tribute Concert
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxIn a show that is packed full of the icons most popular songs including ‘Karma’ ‘Shake it off’ ‘Cruel Summer’ and many more. 2.30pm & 7.30pm.
Circus Extreme – Shibden Hall
Shibden Hall Lister's Road, HalifaxBrace yourself for the ultimate adrenaline-fueled experience as Circus Extreme presents ROCK IT OUT—a ground-breaking fusion of live rock music and world-class circus stunts! Various times & prices.
An Evening with Lord Ian Botham
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxLord Ian Botham, the former England captain, was one of the most impactful all-rounders of his generation with 14 centuries and 383 wickets in a career that spanned over 15 years. Join Lord Ian, as he discusses his amazing career, and everything in between.
5 Mistakes that Changed History
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxWe all make mistakes, but rarely do they change the course of history. 5 Mistakes That Changed History is a hilarious historical storytelling show performed by historian and comedian, Paul Coulter, about five people and how their mistakes (big and small!) changed the world. £22.25 - £24.25.
One Night in Dublin
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxReceiving rave reviews for its incredible musicians and great song choices, Middi and his award-winning tribute band cover all of your favourite sing-along Irish classics - including 'Galway Girl', 'Tell Me Ma', 'The Irish Rover', 'Dirty Old Town,'The Black Velvet Band' and many more!
Cirque: The Greatest Show – Reimagined
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxGet ready for a dazzling fusion of musical theatre and jaw-dropping circus acts, taking the original Circus meets Musical Theatre spectacle to thrilling new heights. 3pm & 7pm.
Halifax Agricultural Show
Savile Park. Savile Park, HalifaxA great family day out in West Yorkshire with both traditional and modern classes and entertainment. There are thousands of exhibits covering competitions for horses, ponies, cattle, sheep, goats, poultry, vintage vehicles, horticulture, handicrafts, bees and their popular dog show. There will be 60+ trade stands, craft stalls, food court and beer tent.
Brighouse and Rastrick Band
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxRegarded by many as the best and most consistent ‘public subscription band’ in the world, the fabled brass band presents a highly entertaining concert suitable for both the general public and brass band connoisseur.
SECRET SHIBDEN TOUR
Shibden Hall Lister's Road, HalifaxDiscover the hidden treasures of Shibden Hall with the exclusive ‘Secret Shibden’ tour. This unique guided tour offers a rare glimpse into the historic and often unseen parts of the hall, including ornate wall paintings and the Tower Library.
The Greatest Love of All Starring Belinda Davids
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxWhitney Houston’s musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute concert described as “mind-blowingly spot on.” Be stunned by the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids – as seen on Britain’s Got Talen
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxEveryone's favourite fantasmagorical flying car comes to life in the musical adaptation of this beloved family film. Various timers & prices.
SECRET SHIBDEN TOUR AT SHIBDEN HALL
Shibden Hall Lister's Road, HalifaxThis unique guided tour offers a rare glimpse into the historic and often unseen parts of the hall, including ornate wall paintings and the Tower Library.