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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.
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.
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,
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Fantastic Mr. Fox – By Roald Dahl
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxBoggis, Bunce and Bean, three greedy, smelly, horrid farmers hate the cunning Mr Fox. Mr Fox is smart, clever and rather fantastic, but he doesn’t realise how determined the farmers are to get revenge. Presented by Halifax Thespians. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £6 - £12.
84 Charing Cross Road
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxThe bittersweet comedy is based on the extraordinary true story of the remarkable relationship that developed over 20 years between a vivacious New York writer and a London bookseller. A Halifax Thespians - Script-in-hand performance in the Playhouse Studio Bar. £5 including supper.
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.
The Mikado – Halifax Gilbert & Sullivan
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxSongs like A Wandering Minstrel, Three Little Maids From School and The Sun Whose Rays have made The Mikado a perennial favourite. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. £6 - £14.
Myths, Monsters & Legends
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxFor a small northern town, Halifax has a surprising wealth of notorious, dastardly, infamous and outright famous people in its chequered past. Come on an immersive tour and meet some of our towns historic celebrities. Talks and tours operating from 12pm until late.
Curtain Up
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, Halifax'Curtain Up' on favourite songs from the West End and Broadway in concert. Performed by Halifax Light Opera and Woodhouse Musical Theatre Company. Sat 4pm & 7.30pm. Sun 2.30pm.
Don’t Stop Queen Now
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxRelive the magic of Queen or discover it for the first time as they play all of the hits such as Bohemian Rhapsody, We Are The Champions, We Will Rock You and of course, Don’t Stop Me Now!
An Evening With Tina Turner – Simply Tina
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxSimply Tina is a smash hit one-woman production that is widely accepted as the foremost tribute to Tina Turner. This dynamic, high energy show, is performed by the award-winning Miss Julia Martin.
Mort By Terry Pratchett
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxStephen Briggs’ adaptation of Terry Pratchett’s ® hilarious novel establishes once, and for all, that death really is a laughing matter! A Halifax Thespians production 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £6 - £12.
Mindgame
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxA play by Anthony Horowitz and presented by The Halifax Thespians. Wickedly funny and shockingly frank. Not suitable for children. 7.30pm., Sat mat 2.30pm. £6- £12.
Rio Gold
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxRio Gold, the ultimate Spandau Ballet and Duran Duran tribute. This top five piece band consisting of: Vocals, Guitar, Keyboards, Bass, Drums and Sax have a wealth of musical experience.
An Evening With Dolly Parton
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxThe Rags To Rhinestones Story - This is a dynamic, high energy one-women production that is widely considered to be the UK’s foremost tribute to Dolly Parton. It is performed by the multi-award-winning Julia Martin, and has been delivered to audiences around the world.
Carousel – All Souls Amateur Operatic Society
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxIn a Maine coastal village toward the end of the 19th century, the swaggering, carefree carnival barker Billy Bigelow captivates a gentle, if determined, millworker, Julie Jordan. 7.15pm, Fri & Sat mat 2.15pm. Adult £15, concs £13, child (Sat mat only) £7.50.
Steptoe and Son
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxA stage adaptation of Ray Galton and Alan Simpson’s hilarious BBC sitcom, which follows the inter-generational conflict of father and son. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £6 - £12.
Death Knell
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxA thriller by James Cawood presented by Halifax Thespians. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £19, concs £17.50.
Cinderella and her naughty buttons
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxBack on the road for their 19th year, the Market Theatre Company are out to corrupt another fairy-tail classic beyond recognition with an Adult Panto like no other. £19, concs £17.50.
ABBA Sensation
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxABBA Sensation is widely considered to be one of the best ever Abba Tribute Acts, they play to packed theatres and festivals throughout Europe. A great evening’s entertainment is guaranteed for all age ranges. £17, concs £15.
THE YEOMAN OF THE GUARD
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxA condemned man is awaiting his fate in the Tower of London, and wishes to marry before he dies, to safeguard his inheritance. On to the scene come a jester and his companion, and a plot is hatched involving mistaken identities and romantic entanglements. Presented by Halifax Gilbert and Sullivan Society. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. £5 – £13.