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Summer Season 2026

Join us for a sizzling summer season with Bradford Theatres! We welcome an array of family shows during the summer months, which will appeal to all age ranges including: The Boy at the Back of the Class adapted for the stage by Yorkshire’s Nick Ahad; Birmingham Stage Company’s Horrible Histories; Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile The Musical at the Alhambra Theatre; and the ever-popular Tales From Acorn Wood and Fireman Sam call in at King’s Hall, Ilkley and St George’s Hall. This season also brings a fantastic mix of iconic productions and exciting new tours, including Jersey Boys, a spectacular new production of Miss Saigon, and brand‑new shows such as Single White Female, all stopping off in Bradford. There’s so much more on offer across all our venues: music, comedy, drama and dance – I can’t list it all here but please do browse through the brochure and take your time to choose something (or several things!) for yourself, family and friends to enjoy. I can’t wait to welcome you to one of our venues this summer. Best wishes Adam Renton General Manager, Bradford Theatres

In this brochure you can find information on... Friends Membership 3 Gift Vouchers 3 Shows at the Alhambra Theatre, The Studio, St George’s Hall & King’s Hall

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Laidler Lounge VIP Bar 31 What’s On at a Glance

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Fri 1 May 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL LONDON BOLLYWOOD ORCHESTRA PRESENTS

Sounds of Mumbai With award-winning singers and actors Rekha and Navin Kundra Bringing you raw, live, musical magic from Mumbai’s never-ending factory of inspiration that delivers hit films and songs year after year, you can expect to be blown away by songs you love and a few forgotten gems you hadn’t expected. This is Bollywood, the sounds of Mumbai, up close and personal, in a way that you won’t find in your living room. Age guidance: 12+

Tickets: £28 – £48 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Thu 30 April 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Hamza Yassin

My Life Behind The Lens Join wildlife cameraman and presenter Hamza Yassin on a new adventure as he takes to the stage for his first nationwide tour. It promises to be an unforgettable show filled with adventure, storytelling, and stunning wonders from the natural world. Tickets: £35.50 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Sat 2 May 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Patel’s Millions 2 Starring Parle Patel The smash-hit comedy is back with a brand-new show. It’s bigger, bolder and bursting with foot tapping Bollywood songs, dazzling dances and laugh out loud comedy. Mr Patel is in deep trouble. Having lost all his money overnight, he’s back in his corner shop trying to keep up appearances. To make matters worse, his family has no idea they’re broke. And with his daughter’s wedding round the corner, his wife is spending lavishly like it’s an Ambani wedding. Grab your seats and join us for this family musical, with a big heart, big laughs and even bigger dreams. Age guidance: 12+

Tickets: £28.50 – £34 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Tuesday 5 – Saturday 9 May ALHAMBRA THEATRE

“A SUPERB NEW SAIGON FOR OUR TIMES” The Telegraph

MICHAEL HARRISON I N A S S O C I AT I O N W I T H

CA M E RO N M AC K I N TO S H PRESENTS

BOUBLIL & SCHÖNBERG’S

Michael Harrison in association with Cameron Mackintosh presents the spectacular new production of Miss Saigon as Boublil and Schönberg’s legendary musical is reborn. The soaring score features hit songs including The Heat is On, The Movie in My Mind, Last Night of the World and The American Dream. Embarking on a major UK and Ireland Tour, this epic production arrives at the Alhambra Theatre in May. In the last days of the Vietnam War, 17 year-old Kim is forced to work in a Saigon bar run by a notorious character known as The Engineer. There she meets and falls in love with an American GI named Chris, but they are torn apart by the fall of Saigon. For 3 years Kim goes on an epic journey of survival to find her way back to Chris, who has no idea he’s fathered a son. Age guidance: 14+ Please note, this production contains scenes of a sexual and violent nature, wartime themes, firearms, derogatory and coarse language, drug use and the simulated smoking of cigarettes. The production also contains strobe lighting, gun shots, loud sound effects, theatrical haze, and pyrotechnics.

Tickets: £23 – £88 Stalls/Dress Circle: £48 – £88 Upper Circle: £23 – £38 Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £476 – £624 Boxes (seat 4): £92 – £212

CONCESSIONS

PERFORMANCE TIMES

Groups 10+: £5 off. Groups 20+: £6 off. Groups 50+: £7 off and two free seats. Schools & Colleges: £22 Rear Stalls and Upper Circle only, plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students (Tue eve/Wed & Thu mats only). Limited availability.

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

£5 off Stalls/Dress Circle, £2.50 off Upper Circle.

Concessions/discounts apply Tue–Thu only and exclude price band A. No concessions/discounts for Fri/Sat performances.

Evenings: 7.30pm Matinées: Wed, Thu & Sat 2.30pm Captioned: Fri 8 May 7.30pm Audio Described: Sat 9 May 2.30pm

Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Thu 7 May 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Navi

King of Pop

Sun 3 May 7.30pm KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

Club Classics

Takin’ it Back to the Old Skool 90s & 00s A night dedicated to Club Classics and hands in the air anthems

Navi’s thrilling show will take you closer than ever imagined to an original Michael Jackson concert. Don’t miss this outstanding production featuring hits such as Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Billie Jean, Black or White, Man In The Mirror and the ‘Jackson Five’ classics in a show suitable for the whole family. Age guidance: 8+

Tickets: £24 – £28 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

One of Leeds’ biggest 90s parties comes to Ilkley for a night of pure nostalgia. It’s time to dig out your dancing shoes and relive your youth with likeminded people, and better still you’ll be home for midnight! Age guidance: 18+

Tickets: £23 – £28 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Tue 5 May 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Nigel Kennedy

A Virtuoso Concert Performance With Alec Dankworth on double bass and Peter Adams on ’cello Virtuoso violinist Nigel Kennedy returns for his first UK tour in over ten years. He will be celebrating his 70th birthday in 2026 and is as fresh and entertaining as ever. Join him for a unique evening of classical, jazz, and contemporary repertoire. Expect breathtaking Bach, alongside the most delicate rendition you will ever hear of A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square. Tickets: £41.50 – £52.50 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Fri 8 May 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Clinton Baptiste

Spectral Intercourse In a rudderless world, mankind needs an envoy to gather solutions from the all-knowing, all-seeing Afterlife. But who should it be? Of course, there’s only one man for the job – Clinton Baptiste. Receiving your queries and earthbound dilemmas, Clinton will then reach out to spirits for answers. Fear not, he will probe sensitively. Spiritual connection. Mystical congress... Spectral Intercourse. Age guidance: 14+

Tickets: £32.50 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Tuesday 12 – Saturday 16 May ALHAMBRA THEATRE

Sharing a flat can be murder_

Kym Marsh Lisa Faulkner

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“PHENOMENAL” CULTURE CARDIFF

“BLOOMIN’ BRILLIANT!” SUSSEX EXPRESS

Adapted for the Stage by

Rebecca Reid

Directed by

A new stage play based on the psychological thriller from Columbia Pictures and the book “SWF Seeks Same” by John Lutz.

Gordon Greenberg

Based on the iconic 90’s psychological thriller, the world premiere stage production of Single White Female is a bold and modern reimagining of the bestselling book and hit movie, that coined a phrase and led a generation to fear a stiletto heel! Starring the multi-talented Kym Marsh (Coronation Street, Waterloo Road, Abigail’s Party) and actress and presenter Lisa Faulkner (Holby City, Murder In Suburbia, John and Lisa’s Weekend Kitchen), Single White Female invites us into a world where trust is fragile, friendships are tested, and secrets lurk behind every closed door. Full of dark humour and stiletto-sharp suspense, this brand new adaptation by well-known author, journalist and broadcaster, Rebecca Reid, updates the original story to the age of social media and all that brings, in a gripping tale of ambition, obsession, and the desperate need for belonging in an isolating world.

‘SLEEK, SINISTER AND WICKEDLY ENTERTAINING’

Tickets: £23.50 – £49 Stalls/Dress Circle: £23.50 – £49 Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £308 – £392 Boxes (seat 4): £94 – £120

CONCESSIONS £2.50 off.

Groups 12+: £2.50 off and every 13th seat free. Schools & Colleges: £15 Stalls, plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students (Tue eve/Wed mat only). Limited availability.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

Evenings: 7.30pm Matinées: Wed 2pm, Sat 2.30pm

ACCESS PERFORMANCES Captioned: Fri 15 May 7.30pm Audio Described: Sat 16 May 2.30pm

Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

THE LITERACY LOUNGE

Age guidance: 15+ Contains depictions of violence, death, bereavement, online bullying, and scenes of a sexual nature. It also contains loud music, sudden noises and flashing lights.

All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Sat 9 May 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Showaddywaddy Their live show is dynamic and uplifting featuring all of their biggest hits, many of which reached number one in the pop charts of Europe, including Under The Moon of Love, Three Steps to Heaven, Hey Rock & Roll, Blue Moon, Pretty Little Angel Eyes and many more. So come and join the Dancin’ Party… You’ve Got What It Takes! Tickets: £31.50 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Mon 11 May 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac Channelling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to discover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time. Age guidance: 12+

Sat 9 May 7pm THE STUDIO

Tickets: £43 – £48 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

The Muslims Are Coming ACTS CONFIRMED:

Tabish Akbar (Winner King Gong and Beat the Blackout) Tez Ilyas (Mock The Week BBC, Comedy Central) Nabil Abdulrashid (BBC Live at the Apollo, ITV Stand Up Sketch Show) Muhsin Yesilada (BBC TV, BBC Radio, Laughing Out Loud) It’s a comedy night with a whole heap of halal-hilarity to celebrate Ramadan and Eid, bringing you a memorable line up of both established and new comedy talent from across the globe.

Tue 12 May 7.30pm KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

An Audience with

Jason Robinson Join former English rugby player Jason Robinson for one night only in Ilkley. Robinson was a key player in England’s 2003 Rugby World Cup-winning team, scoring a crucial try in the final. In 2004 he became England’s first black captain, leading the team during the Six Nations. Known for his speed and agility, he retired from international rugby in 2007 and has since been involved in coaching and mentoring. Age guidance: 16+

Tickets: £22

Tickets: £35.50 VIP Tickets: £58 (includes ticket in 2nd to 5th row of Stalls; photo with Jason printed out on the night) Meet & Greet Tickets: £103 (includes ticket in first row of Stalls; Meet & Greet and photo with Jason printed out on the night; plus a drink)

Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Line-up subject to change.

Age guidance: 16+

All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Tuesday 19 – Saturday 23 May

WINNER

Blue Peter Book Award 2019

ALHAMBRA THEATRE

‘HOPEFUL AND HEARTWARMING’

A Children’s Theatre Partnership and Rose Theatre production

the

The Guardian

WINNER

Waterstones Children’s Book Prize 2019

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‘A COMPASSIONATE CHILDREN’S PLAY FOR TODAY’ Daily Mail

at the of the Based on the novel by

Onjali Q. Raúf

Adapted by

SUITABLE

Directed by

Nick Ahad Monique Touko

After delighting audiences across the country, the smash-hit, joyful play based on the best-selling novel is back with a celebration of friendship, kindness and compassion. There used to be an empty chair at the back of the class, but now a new boy called Ahmet is sitting in it. He’s nine years old (just like me), but he’s very strange. He never talks and never smiles and doesn’t like sweets – not even lemon sherbets, which are my favourite! After learning that he has fled his own war-torn country, Ahmet’s classmates have ‘The Greatest Idea in the World’ – a magnificent plan to reunite Ahmet with his family. An unexpected and often hilarious adventure follows, all topped off with a terrific twist. Told from a child’s perspective, balancing heart and humour, The Boy at the Back of the Class highlights the power of good friends and courage in a world that doesn’t always make sense and reminds us that everyone needs a place to call home.

FOR 7+

Tickets: £19.50 – £29 Stalls/Dress Circle: £19.50 – £29 Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £203 – £232 Boxes (seat 4): £78

CONCESSIONS £2.50 off.

Groups 12+: £2 off and every 13th seat free. Schools & Youth Groups: £11, plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students. Family Ticket: £72, best available seats, for 4 people including 2 or 3 children aged 16 or under (Tue–Thu only).

PERFORMANCE TIMES

Tue 7pm, Wed 10.30am & 2pm, Thu 2pm, Fri 10.30am, Sat 2pm & 7pm

ACCESS PERFORMANCES Signed: Thu 21 May 2pm Audio Described: Sat 23 May 2pm

Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Age guidance: 7+ Post show In-Conversation/Q&A after the 2pm performance on Sat 23 May with key creators from the production – free to ticket holders All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Sat 16 May 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Endless Love The Show

Fri 15 May 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Al Murray

All You Need is Guv There’s no denying the world’s a mess daddio, but there is a glimmer of hope as the globe’s favourite Pub Landlord returns with his like-nobody-else common sense hot-takes for the masses, offering a muchneeded truth tonic (pint for the fella/glass of white wine for the lady) for these whacked out and troubled times. With a fresh and frothing pint to hand, a barrel of laughs to pour from, and a flower in his heart, Guv is all you need.

Step into a night of show-stopping vocals, dazzling performances, and a sensational live band in Endless Love The Show – the ultimate celebration of Diana Ross and Lionel Richie. Brimming with iconic hits and timeless classics, this spectacular show features charttoppers including I’m Coming Out, Dancing on the Ceiling, Upside Down, Say You Say Me, Chain Reaction, All Night Long, Ain’t No Mountain High Enough, Hello, You Can’t Hurry Love and, of course, the No 1 duet of all time, Endless Love, plus many more! Tickets: £25.50 – £30.50 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Age guidance: 16+

Tickets: £33 Splash Zone Tickets: £63 (includes seat in first 6 rows of Stalls Sat 16 May 8pm and a poncho to keep you dry!) THE STUDIO Meet & Greet Bolt On: £20, in addition to ticket price (includes pre-show Meet & Greet, tour postcard to get signed Andy Parsons and opportunity to take a photo with Al using your own device) Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Please #@!$ off to Mars Life is hard. Come and have a laugh about it. After his nationwide critical-smash sellout 2023/24 Tour, Andy is back with a brand-new show. Age guidance: 14+

Tickets: £22 Concessions: £2 off Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Fri 15 May 7.30pm KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

Don’t Stop Queen Now Starring Mickey Callisto With this smash hit show, you will relive 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. The band’s many years’ playing experience and their inspiring attention to detail provides a truly authentic sound and visual experience. Tickets: £30 • Boxes (seat 4): £120

10 All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Thu 21 – Fri 22 May

Thu 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Fri 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL THE JOHN GODBER COMPANY PRESENTS

Sat 16 May 7.30pm KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

Alfie Moore

Acopalypse Now The Four Horsemen of Rising Crime, Global Warming, AI and Culture Wars are galloping towards us. Are we on the road to hell? And can we avoid the potholes? In his brand new tour show Alfie Moore has the antidote to the breakdown of law and order, fake news and the price of baked beans. Join Alfie as he saddles up to see off those bullies on their pesky ponies. Doomsday is no laughing matter but this show certainly is. Age guidance: 14+

Tickets: £24 • Boxes (seat 4): £96 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Mon 18 May 7.30pm KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

Directed by JANE THORNTON Design by GRAHAM KIRK

Dr Louise Newson

Breaking the Cycle – The Power of Hormones Renowned physician and women’s hormone specialist Dr Louise Newson is back with an unmissable new show challenging everything you’ve been told about hormones. Dr Louise will be unpacking the history and the science around hormones and cutting through decades of misinformation to bring the knowledge everyone deserves, but too few people have been given. Tickets: £32.50 Meet & Greet Tickets: £53 (includes ticket in first 2 rows of Stalls, pre-show Meet & Greet and the opportunity to take a selfie, plus a welcome drink) Friends Members discount available – see page 3

It is the end of term and Godber’s hilarious comedy masterpiece has been reset for our post Covid times. Bristling with teenage swagger and outlandish imagination, Salty, Gail and Hobby use their B.Tech Performance exam to showcase their work. What follows is a funny, fast moving, hard hitting account of life at Whitewall Academy as three actors play staff, students and site premises managers, including the new drama teacher Ms Nixon who has helped get them into drama and changed their lives. Age guidance: 14+

Tickets: £27 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Thu 21 May 7.30pm

Tue 26 May 7.30pm

THE STUDIO

KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

Mel Moon & Tal Davies

An Acoustic Evening with

BYOB (Bring Your Own Bestie) When viral online sensation Mel Moon (over 300 million views) asked her bestie, comedian Tal Davies (BBC Three/Radio 4) if she fancied a girl’s night out, Tal was well up for it. What Mel didn’t fully explain was that she was inviting all of you out with them.

Wet Wet Wet

Join founding member Graeme Clark, long -standing guitarist Graeme Duffin, and lead singer Kevin Simm as they perform a full set of reworked Wet Wet Wet classics. There will be the odd story and anecdote from the band’s history thrown in for good measure. Age guidance: 12+

Tickets: £39 – £45 • Boxes (seat 4): £156 Meet & Greet Tickets: £123 (includes seat in first 3 rows of Stalls. Access to an exclusive Sound Check experience, a pre-show Meet & Greet, opportunity to take a photo on your own device, signed A4 tour print and souvenir lanyard) Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Age guidance: 16+

Tickets: £18 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Wed 27 May 7.30pm KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

Gary Delaney

Gary On Laughing Age guidance: 16+

Tickets: £28 – £30.50 Boxes (seat 4): £122 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Sat 23 May 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Ben Portsmouth

This Is Elvis Tour 2026 Ben Portsmouth brings his jawdropping tribute to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll back to Bradford! Join us for a stunning evening of Elvis’ most loved songs from the 50s, ’68 comeback and the Vegas years. Tickets: £33 – £35.50 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

12 All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Tuesday 26 May 7.30pm

Wednesday 27 May 7.30pm

ALHAMBRA THEATRE

ENTERTAINERS PRESENTS

FEATURING LIVE VOCALISTS & HIGH ENERGY CHOREOGRAPHY WITH SONGS BY

BTS s ITZY s TWICE s KATSEYE BLACKPINK s NEWJEANS s STRAYKIDS JUNGKOOK s LE SSERAFIM AND MANY MORE

K-POP All Stars brings the global K-pop explosion to life with original choreography, stunning visuals, and a cast that performs every hit with unstoppable energy. Expect tracks from Blackpink, NewJeans, BTS, Itzy, Stray Kids, Twice, Jung Kook and more – all delivered with the colour, style and attitude fans love. Age guidance: 4+

When you think reggae, there is only one name that comes to mind... An unforgettable evening combines Marley’s superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship as a supremely talented cast recreate Could You Be Loved, Is This Love, One Love, Three Little Birds and more. This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/ management companies or similar shows.

Tickets: £31 – £37

Tickets: £34 – £36

Stalls/Dress Circle: £31 – £37 Upper Circle: £31 – £33 Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £259 – £296 Boxes (seat 4): £124

Stalls/Dress Circle: £34 – £36 Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £252 – £288 Boxes (seat 4): £136

CONCESSIONS

£2 off.

CONCESSIONS

£2 off.

Groups 12+: £2 off and every 13th seat free.

Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31

Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31 Friends Members discount available – see page 3 Friends Members discount available – see page 3 All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Friday 29 & Saturday 30 May ALHAMBRA THEATRE

Dance Consortium presents

Tickets: £20 – £45 trocks 115x148 bradford brochure image.indd 1 Stalls/Dress Circle: £20 – £45 Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £315 – £360 Boxes (seat 4): £80 – £112

CONCESSIONS

PERFORMANCE TIMES

Groups 12+: £3 off and every 13th seat free. Schools, Colleges & Full-time Students: £17.50, best available seats, plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students (Fri eve only). Limited availability.

Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31

£2.50 off.

Evenings: 7.30pm

Friends Members discount available – see page 3

For 50 years, the all-male comedy ballet company 14/01/2026 12:35 Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo (affectionately known as The Trocks) has been delighting audiences of all ages at sell-out performances featuring their fabulous sense of fun and their flawless dancing. Originally from New York, The Trocks are now loved world-wide for their sassy spoofs and hilarious homages to classical ballet, where the dancers each transform into two personas, both ballerina and danseur! Every performance frivolously froths with tutus and testosterone, blush-pink ballet pumps, fierce false eyelashes and prima ballerina attitude. However, what makes this company extraordinarily special is their immaculate technique and daring physicality, surpassed only by their impeccable comic timing.

‘THE FUNNIEST NIGHT YOU’LL EVER HAVE AT THE BALLET!’ THE GUARDIAN

‘WE CAME TO LAUGH, BUT WE STAYED TO WORSHIP’ THE TELEGRAPH

Post show Q&A on Friday 29 May – free to ticket holders

14 All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Wed 27 – Sat 30 May

Wed – Fri 7.15pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7pm ST GEORGE’S HALL BUTTERSHAW ST PAUL’S AODS PRESENTS

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical is a colourful and memorable explosion of joy, full of unforgettable songs including the classic hits Any Dream Will Do, Close Every Door and Go, Go Joseph. With a brilliant score and heartwarming narrative, it’s a true celebration of hope, resilience, and the power of dreams! Age guidance: 8+

Tickets: £25 Under 16s: £10 Groups 10+: £2.50 off each seat Family Ticket: £60 for 4 people (including 2 children aged 16 and under) Junior Groups: £300 for 3 adults and 30 under 16s

Tue 2 June 8pm KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

Rich Hall

Chin Music Chin Music has two meanings. One is idle talk. The other is a brushback throw in baseball or cricket to intimidate the batter. Both describe Rich Hall’s comedy. Idle but intimidating. Sharp, quick, splenetic, and sublimely improvisational. If you’ve never seen him, you need to hustle down to King’s Hall and grab a seat because he never disappoints. Ever. Age guidance: Strictly 14+

Contains swearing and adult content

Tickets: £21 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Sat 30 May 7.30pm KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

Brutus Gold’s Love Train Disco fever returns! Get ready to boogie all night long on a glittering dance floor where the polyester shines, the mirror ball spins, and the good vibes never stop. Step into a world of funk, freedom, and feel-good grooves – a full-on trip back to the dazzling days of disco. Tickets: £33 – £37 Boxes (seat 4): £172 Groups 5+: Every 6th seat free Friends Members discount available – see page 3 All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Thursday 4 – Saturday 6 June ALHAMBRA THEATRE

Tickets: £21 – £30

We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead!

Stalls/Dress Circle: £21 – £30 Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £210 – £240 Boxes (seat 4): £84

It’s time to prepare yourselves for two amazing shows with Horrible Histories live on stage! Using actors and eye-popping 3D special effects, these astounding shows are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Historical figures and events will come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips!

CONCESSIONS £2 off.

Groups 12+: £2 off and every 13th seat free. Schools & Youth Groups: £12.50, plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students. Family Ticket: £72, best available seats, for 4 people including 2 or 3 children aged 16 or under (Thu/Fri only).

Horrible Histories® is a registered trademark of Scholastic Inc. and is used under authorisation. Based on the bestselling books by Terry Deary and illustrated by Martin Brown. © All rights reserved. Illustration © Martin Brown.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

Terrible Tudors: Thu 10.30am, Fri 6.30pm, Sat 2.30pm Awful Egyptians: Thu 1.30pm, Fri 10.30am, Sat 6.30pm Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Terrible Tudors: From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry’s headless wives and his punch up with the Pope. Meet Bloody Mary and see Ed fall dead in his bed. Survive the Spanish Armada as it sails into the audience! It’s Tudor history with the nasty bits left in! Awful Egyptians: From the fascinating Pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts of death and decay with the meanest mummies in Egypt. Are you ready to rumble with Ramesses the Great? Dare you enter through the Gates of the afterlife? It’s the history of Egypt with the nasty bits left in! Age guidance: 5+

16 All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Thu 4 June 7.30pm KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

An Evening with Toyah: Songs and Stories A singer and actor, a TV host and author, a BRIT Award winner and a film star: Toyah has worn many hats during a remarkable career spanning more than 50 years. With a new book in the offing, she is hitting the road for an extensive UK tour in which she’ll sing favourite hits and tell stories from her remarkable career. Tickets: £32 VIP Tickets: £53 (includes seat in 2nd or 3rd row of Stalls, and a goody bag) Meet & Greet Ticket: £83 (includes seat on front row of the Stalls, pre-show Meet & Greet, opportunity for photo and autograph, and a goody bag.) Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Sat 6 June 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL YORKSHIRE IMPERIAL BRASS BAND & COLNE VALLEY MALE VOICE CHOIR PRESENT

A Grand Celebration of Music Known affectionately as ‘The Imps’, the Yorkshire Imperial Band returns to St George’s Hall under the direction of Musical Director Ian McElligott. The Colne Valley Male Voice Choir led by Musical Director, Thom Meredith, has enjoyed incredible success, and a new Accompanist and Deputy Musical Director, Christopher Pulleyn, brings fresh talent and energy to rehearsals and concerts. Join them for a night full of music, stories and joy celebrating Yorkshire’s proud musical heritage. Tickets: £18 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Thu 4 June 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Desperate Scousewives Starring TV comedy legend Crissy Rock (Benidorm, I’m A Celebrity) and Lynne Fitzgerald (Desperate Scousewives writer/director) Get ready for a riotous, fast-paced comedy following the lives of three loud, no-nonsense Liverpool women and one nervous newcomer, all navigating life, love, loyalty, and lipstick on a tightly knit street. The show is packed with unforgettable one-liners, high heels, heartbreak and hilarity. Not for the faint-hearted! Age guidance: 16+

Tickets: £30 Friends Members discount available – see page 3 All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Monday 8 – Saturday 13 June ALHAMBRA THEATRE

ADAM GARCIA

STARRING

AS FRANK FARMER

SIDONIE SMITH AS RACHEL MARRON

THE AWARD-WINNING, SMASH-HIT MUSICAL THE BODYGUARD IS BACK!

Tickets: £22 – £58 Stalls: £44 – £58 Dress Circle: £43 – £58 Upper Circle: £22 – £38 Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £378 – £464 Boxes (seat 4): £88 – £192

CONCESSIONS

£5 off Stalls/Dress Circle, £2.50 off Upper Circle. Over 60s Special: £28, best available seats. Groups 10+: £5 off. Groups 20+: £6 off. Groups 50+: £7 off and two free seats. Schools & Colleges: £17.50, Rear Stalls/Upper Circle only, plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students (Mon eve only). Limited availability. Concessions/discounts apply Mon–Thu only. No concessions/discounts for Fri/Sat performances.

PERFORMANCE TIMES Evenings: 7.30pm Matinée: Sat 2.30pm

ACCESS PERFORMANCES Signed: Thu 11 June 7.30pm Captioned: Fri 12 June 7.30pm Audio Described: Sat 13 June 2.30pm

Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

It stars international leading actor Sidonie Smith* (Sister Act, Chicago, Jesus Christ Superstar) as Rachel Marron, Olivier Award nominated Adam Garcia (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Wicked, Coyote Ugly) as Frank Farmer and Matt Milburn (Coronation Street, Hollyoaks) as Sy Spector. Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge – what they don’t expect is to fall in love. A ‘BRILLIANT!’ (The Times), breathtakingly romantic thriller, The Bodyguard features a whole host of irresistible classics including One Moment in Time, I Wanna Dance With Somebody and, of course, the legendary I Will Always Love You.

‘THE HOTTEST TICKET IN TOWN’ SUNDAY MIRROR

Age guidance: 10+ * The role of Rachel Marron will be played by Mireia Mambo at selected performances. Cast and performance schedule subject to change without notice.

18 All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Thu 11 June 7.30pm KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

Dom Joly

Trigger Happy TV, the 25th Anniversary Tour To celebrate a quarter-century of chaos, Dom Joly is bringing his most iconic characters and sketches to the stage. Fans will experience beloved moments from the show, including The Giant Snail, The Traffic Warden, The Morris Dancer, The Scout, A Gang of Squirrels, and THAT Big Mobile Phone. Dom will share behind-the-scenes stories and insights on how these unforgettable moments came to life. Age guidance: 12+

Tickets: £32 Premium Tickets: £48 (includes seat on 2nd or 3rd row of Stalls, plus a goody bag) Meet & Greet Tickets: £78 (includes seat on 1st or 2nd row of Stalls, pre-show Meet & Greet, opportunity for a photo and autograph, and a goody bag) Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Sat 13 June 7pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

The Glenn Miller Orchestra Led by the acclaimed veteran band leader Ray McVay With the sensational vocals of Catherine Sykes, Mark Porter and the Moonlight Serenaders Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with iconic hits like In the Mood, Moonlight Serenade, and Chattanooga Choo Choo. This is a must-see performance that brings the magic of Glenn Miller’s legendary music to life once again. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy this spectacular celebration of swing!

Fri 12 June 7.30pm

Tickets: £33 – £35

KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison Story

2026: A Milestone Year for Music Legends – The Platinum Tour Join us for an unforgettable evening as we honour the legendary Roy Orbison and the iconic Traveling Wilburys in Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison Story! Experience captivating performances that bring to life Roy Orbison’s most iconic songs, including Oh, Pretty Woman, Crying, and Only the Lonely, delivered with passion and authenticity. The show also revives the spirit of the Traveling Wilburys with classics like Handle with Care and End of the Line. Tickets: £32.50 Friends Members discount available – see page 3 All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Sat 13 June 8pm KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

The Comedy Store We bring you ‘The Best In Stand-up’ from all around the globe, showcasing the brightest names in comedy today. Acts will be announced a month before each show. Age guidance: 16+

Tickets: £20.50 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Sat 20 June 7pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Sing-a-long-a The Greatest Showman From the producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga Grease comes the smash hit film musical with lyrics on screen. Experience The Greatest Showman in the greatest way possible – with lyrics on the screen so you can join in as loud as you want. Fancy dress is strongly encouraged and full audience participation essential. Please note this is a screening of the movie not a live stage show. Age guidance: 4+

Tickets: £20 – £22 Children aged 16 and under: £14 Groups 10+: Every 11th seat free Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Fri 19 June 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Beyond The Barricade Featuring Andy Reiss, David Fawcett, Katie Leeming and Sarah Ryan Join the cast for two hours of the best of Broadway and the West End, featuring the songs that have made audiences return over and over again for more than 25 years. Enjoy numbers from The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, West Side Story, The Lion King, Blood Brothers, Miss Saigon, Hamilton and many others, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Misérables! Tickets: £25 – £30 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

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Irresistible FUN!

Sing-aLong-a

Tuesday 23 – Saturday 27 June ALHAMBRA THEATRE

‘THE ULTIMATE FEEL GOOD SHOW’ Edinburgh Evening News

CREATED BY NIC DOODSON & ANDREW KAY DIRECTED BY NIC DOODSON Direct from the West End, the Olivier Awardnominated, worldwide smash hit is now on its first ever UK and Ireland tour. Welcome to The Choir of Man, the best pub in the world… Come ready to drink in the excitement! Brimming with hits from artists such as Queen, Luther Vandross, Sia, Paul Simon, Adele, Guns N’ Roses, Avicii and Katy Perry to name but a few, this is a pub like no other! A wildly talented group of incredible instrumentalists, world-class wordsmiths, and sensational singers, this cast of nine (extra)ordinary guys serve it all... live! An uplifting celebration of community and friendship where everyone is welcome, don’t miss this feel-good night of foot-stomping entertainment, so good you’ll want to come back and see it again and again.

‘EXHILARATING’

Tickets: £23 – £55 Stalls/Dress Circle: £23 – £55 Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £350 – £440 Boxes (seat 4): £92 – £172

CONCESSIONS

PERFORMANCE TIMES

Groups 12+: £3.50 off and every 13th seat free. Groups 20+: £5 off and every 13th seat free. Schools & Colleges: £18, best available seats, plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students (Tue eve/Fri 4pm only). Limited availability.

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

£5 off all areas (Tue–Thu only). Over 60s Special: £33, best available seats (Fri 4pm only).

Evenings: Tue–Thu 7.30pm Fri 4pm & 8pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm Signed: Thu 25 June 7.30pm Captioned: Fri 26 June 8pm Audio Described: Sat 27 June 2.30pm

Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31

DAILY MAIL

‘WILDLY ENTERTAINING. FULL OF RAUCOUS CHEER’

Friends Members discount available – see page 3

BROADWAY WORLD

Age guidance: 10+ Contains on-stage alcohol use and some adult themes. No swearing.

All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Thu 25 June 7.30pm KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

The Simon & Garfunkel Story Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international hit show tells the story of the origins and meteoric rise of Simon & Garfunkel, blended together seamlessly with a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more. Tickets: £34

Sat 27 June 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Luther Live & Velvet Voices Featuring Gamal John (Britain’s Got Talent gold buzzer rule breaker) Step into a world of soul, romance, and unforgettable grooves, this is the ultimate live theatre experience celebrating the golden era of R’n’B. This electrifying show brings the smooth sounds of Luther Vandross, Alexander O’Neal and many others to life, with powerhouse vocals, a sensational live band, and all the emotion you’d expect from the voices that defined a generation. Age guidance: 14+

Tickets: £30 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Fri 26 June 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Ruby’s provocative, abrasive, incomparable style was – just about – kept in check by lifelong friend and A-list producer, Clive Tulloh. Together live on stage they review clips from the extraordinary shows, tell scandalous stories never before heard and take the audience along for the ride. Age guidance: 14+

Tickets: £33 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

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Tuesday 30 June – Saturday 4 July ALHAMBRA THEATRE

THE JOHNNY CASH MUSICAL

A NEW MUSICAL FROM THE DIRECTOR OF JERSEY BOYS FEATURING THE ICONIC, HIT SONGS OF JOHNNY CASH AND JUNE CARTER CASH INCLUDING

I WALK THE LINE, JACKSON, RING OF FIRE, HEY PORTER, I’VE BEEN EVERYWHERE AND MANY MORE

Love is a burning thing, and no one burned brighter than Johnny Cash and June Carter.

Tickets: £21.50 – £52.50

He was a small-town musician and storyteller with a voice that stirred the soul. She was the comedienne of the first family of country music.

Stalls/Dress Circle: £21.50 – £52.50 Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £346.50 – £420 Boxes (seat 4): £86 – £170

The Ballad of Johnny & June takes you inside the soaring highs and shattering lows of a love story that defined an era. From the stage to the road, through triumphs, heartbreak, and redemption this brand-new musical, created with the support of their family and told through the eyes of their son, John Carter Cash, shows why Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash remain one of the most influential couples of the 20th Century. American musical theatre star Christopher Ryan Grant, who originated the role of Johnny Cash in both the San Diego and Canadian premieres, now brings his acclaimed portrayal to the UK stage for the first time, joined by award-nominated actress Christina Bianco (Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, The Wizard of Oz).

CONCESSIONS

£2.50 off. Over 60s Special: £31, best available seats (Wed & Thu mats only). Groups 12+: £3.50 off and every 13th seat free. Groups 20+: £5 off and every 13th seat free. Schools & Colleges: £15, plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students (Tue eve/Wed & Thu mats only). Limited availability. Concessions/discounts apply Tue–Thu only. No concessions/discounts for Fri/Sat performances.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

Evenings: 7.30pm Matinées: Wed & Thu 2pm, Sat 2.30pm

ACCESS PERFORMANCES Signed: Thu 2 July 7.30pm Captioned: Fri 3 July 7.30pm Audio Described: Sat 4 July 2.30pm

Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Age guidance: 12+ This production includes themes of drug and alcohol abuse, a rifle seen on stage but not fired, and some strong language.

All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Monday 6 – Saturday 11 July ALHAMBRA THEATRE STARRING

K E V I N C L I F TON

ADÈL E AN DERSON AND

N IC K H AYE S

PETER D U NCAN

Priscilla Queen of the Desert, based on the Oscarwinning, groundbreaking film, is back with a dazzling, brand-new 30th anniversary tour production.

Tickets: £22 – £58 Stalls/Dress Circle: £44 – £58 Upper Circle: £22 – £38 Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £378 – £464 Boxes (seat 4): £88 – £196

CONCESSIONS

£5 off. Over 60s Special: £31, best available seats (Mon/Tue eves only). Groups 12+: £3.50 off and every 13th seat free. Groups 20+: £5 off and every 13th seat free. Schools & Colleges: £12.50, best available seats, plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students. (Mon/Tue eves/Wed mat only). Limited availability. Concessions/discounts apply Mon–Thu only. No concessions/discounts for Fri/Sat performances.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

Evenings: 7.30pm Matinées: Wed 2pm, Sat 2.30pm

ACCESS PERFORMANCES Signed: Thu 9 July 7.30pm Audio Described: Sat 11 July 2.30pm

Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31 Friends Members discount available – see page 3 Please note: Adèle Anderson will not be appearing at the 2pm performance on Wed 8 July.

The Broadway and West End musical comedy sensation follows three friends on a hilarious and heartwarming road trip across the Australian Outback to stage the show of a lifetime. Priscilla Queen of the Desert is a joyous celebration of unity, love, and being unapologetically yourself. Starring Adèle Anderson (Fascinating Aïda) as Bernadette, Kevin Clifton (Strictly Come Dancing, Chicago) as Tick/Mitzi, Nick Hayes (Groundhog Day, Remembrance Monday) as Felicia/Adam, and Peter Duncan (Hairspray, Pretender) as Bob, this production is bolder and more fabulous than ever. Directed by Olivier Award-nominee Ian Talbot OBE, with jaw-dropping choreography by Olivier Awardwinner Matt Cole, and stunning, all-new costumes by BAFTA-winner Vicky Gill (Strictly Come Dancing), this musical extravaganza is packed with an iconic soundtrack full of your favourite 80s and 90s disco and dance anthems, including; It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, and many more. Age guidance: 12+

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Thursday 16 – Saturday 18 July ALHAMBRA THEATRE

‘FOR MY LUNCH TODAY I WOULD LIKE… A NICE JUICY LITTLE CHILD!’ He’s greedy, he’s grumptious, he’s horrid! The Enormous Crocodile is weaving his way through the jungle to Bradford in search of delicious little fingers and squidgy podgy knees… Only the other jungle creatures can foil his secret plans and clever tricks, but they’re going to have to find a large amount of courage to stop this greedy brute. This mischievous musical based on Roald Dahl’s snappy book has toe-tapping tunes by Ahmed Abdullahi Gallab, a rib-tickling book and lyrics by Suhayla El-Bushra, and additional music and lyrics by Tom Brady. Developed and directed by Emily Lim, it features a menagerie of puppets by co-director and puppetry designer Toby Olié, with set and costume design by Fly Davis and puppetry co-designed and supervised by Daisy Beattie.

Tickets: £15 – £25 Stalls: £15 – £25 Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £161 – £184

CONCESSIONS

PERFORMANCE TIMES

Groups 12+: £2.50 off and every 13th seat free. Schools & Youth Groups: £15 (excluding price band A), plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students (Thu/Fri only). Limited availability. Family Ticket: £92 (band A only) for 4 people (3 children/1 adult or 2 adults/2 children) .

Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31

£2.50 off.

Thu–Sat 11am & 2pm

Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Snap up your tickets today for this wickedly funny musical adventure, perfect for the whole family! Age guidance: 3+

All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Monday 20 July – Saturday 1 August ALHAMBRA THEATRE

Photo: Warwick Saint

WORKING THEIR WAY BACK TO BRADFORD

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HHHHH

‘FIGHT FOR A TICKET’

Manchester Evening News

THE BOYS ARE BACK AS THE ORIGINAL TONY®-WINNING SENSATION RETURNS FOR ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR! Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the true-life musical phenomenon, Jersey Boys. From the streets of New Jersey to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this is the musical that’s too good to be true. They were just four guys from Jersey, until they sang their very first note. They had a sound nobody had ever heard… and the radio just couldn’t get enough of. But while their harmonies were perfect on stage, off stage it was a very different story – a story that has made them an international sensation all over again. The show features all their hits including Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like A Man, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Beggin’, December 1963 (Oh What A Night!) and more. Age guidance: 12+ Flashing strobe lights, loud gunfire, theatrical haze, herbal cigarette smoke and authentic, profane New Jersey vocabulary are special effects used in this production.

Tickets: £20 – £68 Stalls/Dress Circle: £48 – £68 Upper Circle: £20 – £43 Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £441 – £544 Boxes (seat 4): £80 – £212

CONCESSIONS

PERFORMANCE TIMES

Groups 10+: £5 off. Groups 20+: £6 off. Groups 50+: £7 off and two free seats. Schools & Colleges: £19.50, Rear Stalls/Upper Circle, plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students (opening night/Wed mats only). Limited availability. Concessions/discounts apply Mon–Thu only. No concessions/discounts for Fri/Sat performances except Friends/Access.

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

£5 off Stalls/Dress Circle, £2.50 off Upper Circle.

Evenings: 7.30pm (not Sun 25 July) Matinées: Wed 2pm, Sat 2.30pm Signed: Thu 23 July 7.30pm Audio Described: Wed 29 July 2pm Captioned: Thu 30 July 7.30pm

Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Fri 3 July 7.30pm KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

The Legend of Barry White Let the Music Play

Featuring vocalist William Hicks and live band Soul Unlimited Supported by Motown Supreme Dreamgirls Hailing from Atlanta Georgia, William’s mesmerising stage presence effortlessly recreates the distinctive style and silky-smooth bass-baritone vocals of the three-time Grammy Award-winner. The show includes all the hits, such as You’re the First, the Last, My Everything; Can’t Get Enough of Your Love, Babe; Never, Never Gonna Give You Up; and of course, Let the Music Play. If you love Soul and Motown, book your seats now! Tickets: £35 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Wed 15 July 7.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Paul Smith Happy

Packed with outrageous audience interaction and stories pulled straight from real life, Paul Smith is bringing a show about finding joy in the chaos, laughter in the everyday, and comedy in absolutely everything. Expect jaw-aching laughs from the first minute to the last. If you like your comedy raw, real, and uncontrollably funny... Happy is the show you don’t want to miss. Age guidance: 16+, strong language

Tickets: £38 – £63

Maximum of 6 tickets per booking

Tue 28 – Thu 30 July

Tue 2pm, Wed 11am & 2pm, Thu 11am KING’S HALL • ILKLEY

Based on the favourite stories by

Poor old Fox has lost his socks! Are they in the kitchen or inside the clock? And Rat-a-tat-tat! Who’s that keeping tired Rabbit awake? You can also join in with Pig and Hen’s game of hideand-seek and discover the special surprise Postman Bear is planning for his friends. Packed full of toe-tapping songs, puppetry, and all the friends from Acorn Wood, this beautiful show from the team that brought you Dear Zoo Live and Dear Santa promises to be the perfect treat for children of all ages. Tales from Acorn Wood © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2000, 2022 – Macmillan Children’s Books.

Tickets: £18.50 Under 16s: £2 off Schools & Groups: £4 off each seat Friends Members discount available – see page 3

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Wed 29 July 3pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

Fireman Sam

The Lost Pirate Treasure Norman Price is determined to win the Pontypandy Treasure Hunt, but when he discovers clues to a real pirate treasure, he goes exploring deep into the caves. It’s up to Fireman Sam, Elvis and Ellie to save the day and find the treasure. With clues, pirate songs and plenty of swashbuckling adventure, Fireman Sam’s new live show is perfect for all budding pirates! Live Show Ahoy! Produced by Mark Thompson Productions in partnership with Mattel. Directed by Miranda Larson.

Tickets: £19.50 Concessions: £1 off Family Ticket: £74 for 4 (to include 2 or 3 children) Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Wed 5 – Sat 8 August

Evenings 7.30pm, Sat Matinée 2.30pm ST GEORGE’S HALL

From the makers of Frankie Goes to Bollywood and Britain’s Got Bhangra Welcome to The Bolly-woods, where the naach is non-stop, the drama is bigger than your aunties, and the romance is straight out of a filmi blockbuster! Meet Surinder, sweet, strong, and stuck in a never-ending chore list thanks to her two selfie-obsessed, Insta-vlogging stepsisters, Lovely and Bubbly. Her only real support? The one and only Basanti, a cow with more attitude than a desi girl. Meanwhile, Prince Kavi is drowning in shaadi pressure from his royal family. But when he accidentally bumps into Surinder, sparks fly faster than a Bollywood dance sequence! Book your tickets now, before midnight strikes! Age guidance: 5+

Tickets: £23 – £45 Under 16s: £4 off Bands A-C Friends Members discount available – see page 3 All prices shown include booking fees, but are subject to postage charge if applicable.

Coming soon... Saturday 5 December – Sunday 17 January 2027 ALHAMBRA THEATRE

Tickets: £17 – £51

EARLY BOOKING OFFER:

£25

Stalls: £37 – £51 Stalls/Dress Circle Dress Circle: £33 – £51 (not top price band) Tue/Wed eves from 6 Jan. Upper Circle: £17 – £43 Book and pay before Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £273 – £408 31 July 2026. Boxes (seat 4): £88 – £172

CONCESSIONS

£3 off all areas (selected perfs). Parties 8+: £29, plus every 13th seat free (best available, Tue/Wed eves from 6 Jan). Groups 12+: Every 13th seat free (all perfs). Groups 20+: £3 off, plus every 13th seat free (Bands B/C, selected perfs). Schools/Colleges: £14.50, plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students (Dec selected perfs); £13, plus one free supervisor seat with every ten students (Jan selected perfs); Additional adults £17. Family Tickets: Various family tickets are available – please call or see website.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

See website for full performance schedule

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

Signed: Thu 10 Dec 2pm & Sun 10 Jan 5pm Captioned: Sun 3 Jan 5pm Audio Described: Thu 7 Jan 2pm & 7.15pm Relaxed Performances: Tue 5 Jan 2027 at 1pm & 6pm (signed) Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 31 Friends Members discount available – see page 3

Join Peter Pan and the characters you know and love in this high-flying, swashbuckling adventure starring Yorkshire panto legend Billy Pearce as Smee. This family treat brings the magic of Neverland to the stage, with Smee’s comic charm, Tink’s sparkle, the scheming Captain Hook and a very friendly crocodile. With amazing special effects, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and barrel-loads of laughter, The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan will take your whole family on a magical adventure like never before. Be part of the panto magic – hook your tickets today.

‘...FULL OF LAUGHS, WOW MOMENTS & PURE UNBRIDLED FUN...’ TELEGRAPH & ARGUS

‘THIS SPECTACULAR PANTO HAS A WONDERFUL FEEL GOOD FACTOR...’ 5/5 YORKSHIRE POST

Quote from 2025/26 production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Further casting to be announced.

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ON SALE

FRIENDS Mon 23 March 9am GROUPS/SCHOOLS Tue 24 March 10am GENERAL Mon 30 March 9am

A glass of

Taittinger Champagne+ on arrival, and a

Programme*

per person (in addition to ticket price)

Indulge yourself or treat someone else – upgrade today! Upgrade your booking for any Alhambra Theatre show and gain access to our luxurious Lounge with private restroom facilities. You will be greeted with a glass of perfectly chilled Taittinger Champagne+ and then you can enjoy the relaxing atmosphere whilst browsing your programme*. Numbers are strictly limited, so book early to avoid disappointment. You can book your upgrade online whilst purchasing your show ticket at bradford-theatres.co.uk or call the Box Office: 01274 432000. The Laidler Lounge opens an hour before show start time.

Please note: The Laidler Lounge is located on Dress Circle level. There is a lift available to Dress Circle level if required via the accessible entrance and then a short walk to the Laidler Lounge entrance. Access to the Lounge is down approximately six steps. * House programmes only + Other drinks available

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At a glance: Summer 2026 DATE EVENT

VENUE

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SUMMER 2026 HAMZA YASSIN: MY LIFE BEHIND THE LENS

St George’s Hall

Fri 1 May

SOUNDS OF MUMBAI

St George’s Hall

Sat 2 May

PATEL’S MILLIONS 2

St George’s Hall

Sun 3 May

CLUB CLASSICS: TAKIN’ IT BACK TO THE OLD SKOOL 90s & 00s

King’s Hall, Ilkley

Thu 30 Apr

MISS SAIGON

Alhambra Theatre

Tue 5 May

NIGEL KENNEDY: A VIRTUOSO CONCERT PERFORMANCE

St George’s Hall

Thu 7 May

NAVI: KING OF POP

St George’s Hall

Fri 8 May

CLINTON BAPTISTE: SPECTRAL INTERCOURSE

St George’s Hall

Sat 9 May

SHOWADDYWADDY

St George’s Hall

Sat 9 May

THE MUSLIMS ARE COMING

The Studio

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC

St George’s Hall

SINGLE WHITE FEMALE

Alhambra Theatre

AN AUDIENCE WITH JASON ROBINSON

King’s Hall, Ilkley

Tue 5 – Sat 9 May

Mon 11 May Tue 12 – Sat 16 May Tue 12 May Fri 15 May

AL MURRAY: ALL YOU NEED IS GUV

St George’s Hall

Fri 15 May

DON’T STOP QUEEN NOW

King’s Hall, Ilkley

Sat 16 May

ENDLESS LOVE THE SHOW

St George’s Hall

Sat 16 May

ANDY PARSONS: PLEASE #@!$ OFF TO MARS

The Studio

Sat 16 May

ALFIE MOORE: ACOPALYPSE NOW

King’s Hall, Ilkley

Mon 18 May

DR LOUISE NEWSON: BREAKING THE CYCLE – THE POWER OF HORMONES

King’s Hall, Ilkley

Tue 19 – Sat 23 May

THE BOY AT THE BACK OF THE CLASS

Alhambra Theatre

Thu 21 – Fri 22 May

TEECHERS

St George’s Hall

The Studio

Thu 21 May

MEL MOON & TAL DAVIES: BYOB (BRING YOUR OWN BESTIE)

Sat 23 May

BEN PORTSMOUTH: THIS IS ELVIS TOUR 2026

St George’s Hall

Tue 26 May

AN ACOUSTIC EVENING WITH WET WET WET

King’s Hall, Ilkley

Tue 26 May

K-POP ALL STARS

Alhambra Theatre

Wed 27 May

LEGEND: THE MUSIC OF BOB MARLEY

Alhambra Theatre

Wed 27 May

GARY DELANEY: GARY ON LAUGHING

King’s Hall, Ilkley

BUTTERSHAW ST PAUL’S AODS: JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT

St George’s Hall

LES BALLETS TROCKADERO DE MONTE CARLO

Alhambra Theatre

Wed 27 May – Sat 30 May Fri 29 & Sat 30 May

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BRUTUS GOLD’S LOVE TRAIN

King’s Hall, Ilkley

RICH HALL: CHIN MUSIC

King’s Hall, Ilkley

HORRIBLE HISTORIES: TERRIBLE TUDORS & AWFUL EGYPTIANS

Alhambra Theatre

Thu 4 Jun

AN EVENING WITH TOYAH: SONGS & STORIES

King’s Hall, Ilkley

Thu 4 Jun

DESPERATE SCOUSEWIVES

St George’s Hall

Sat 6 Jun

A GRAND CELEBRATION OF MUSIC

St George’s Hall

Mon 8 – Sat 13 Jun

THE BODYGUARD: THE MUSICAL

Alhambra Theatre

Thu 11 Jun

DOM JOLY: TRIGGER HAPPY TV, THE 25th ANNIVERSARY TOUR

King’s Hall, Ilkley

Sat 30 May Tue 2 Jun Thu 4 – Sat 6 Jun

Fri 12 Jun

BARRY STEELE’S ROY ORBISON STORY 2026

King’s Hall, Ilkley

Sat 13 Jun

THE GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA

St George’s Hall

Sat 13 Jun

THE COMEDY STORE

King’s Hall, Ilkley

Fri 19 Jun

BEYOND THE BARRICADE

St George’s Hall

SING-A-LONG-A THE GREATEST SHOWMAN

St George’s Hall

THE CHOIR OF MAN

Alhambra Theatre

Thu 25 Jun

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY

King’s Hall, Ilkley

Fri 26 Jun

RUBY WAX: ABSOLUTELY FAMOUS

St George’s Hall

Sat 27 Jun

LUTHER LIVE & VELVET VOICES

St George’s Hall

THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY & JUNE

Alhambra Theatre

THE LEGEND OF BARRY WHITE: LET THE MUSIC PLAY

King’s Hall, Ilkley

PRISCILLA: QUEEN OF THE DESERT

Alhambra Theatre

PAUL SMITH: HAPPY

St George’s Hall

Sat 20 Jun Tue 23 – Sat 27 Jun

Tue 30 Jun – Sat 4 Jul Fri 3 Jul Mon 6 – Sat 11 Jul Wed 15 Jul Thu 16 – Sat 18 Jul Mon 20 Jul – Sat 1 Aug Tue 28 – Thu 30 Jul Wed 29 Jul Wed 5 – Sat 8 Aug

ROALD DAHL’S THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE

Alhambra Theatre

JERSEY BOYS

Alhambra Theatre

26/27

TALES FROM ACORN WOOD

King’s Hall, Ilkley

FIREMAN SAM: THE LOST PIRATE TREASURE

St George’s Hall

SURINDERELLA

St George’s Hall

THE PANTOMIME ADVENTURES OF PETER PAN

Alhambra Theatre

COMING SOON... Sat 5 Dec 26 –Sun 17 Jan 27

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Food and drink at Bradford Theatres A warm welcome awaits you at Restaurant 1914 at the Alhambra Theatre. ALHAMBRA THEATRE • UPPER CIRCLE LEVEL

We head into summer with a delicious seasonal menu, featuring mouth-watering dishes packed full of flavour. With wonderful views over the city, take time to relax and enjoy your pre-show theatre experience, knowing that your seat in the auditorium is only a few steps away.

‘A perfect starter to the main course on stage’ EMMA CLAYTON, TELEGRAPH & ARGUS

Online reservations available! Go to our website bradford-theatres.co.uk/ restaurant-1914 or scan the code.

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Booking information

General information

Booking fees

Where are we?

£3 per ticket plus postage charge where applicable. Postage £2 per transaction.

The Alhambra Theatre, The Studio (BD7 1AJ) and St George’s Hall (BD1 1JT) are conveniently located in the heart of Bradford city centre. King’s Hall (LS29 8HB) is located opposite the train station in Ilkley.

Online

bradford-theatres.co.uk By phone

01274 432000 Monday to Friday: 9am to 7pm Saturday: 12pm to 7pm (when there is a show) Saturday: 12pm to 6pm (when there is no show) Group & Schools Bookings 01274 437788 Monday to Friday: 10am – 4pm

In person At the Alhambra Theatre Open from 5pm (or from 12pm on a matinee day) until 30 minutes after the start time on show nights. When there are no shows the Alhambra Theatre Box Office counter is closed.

Where to park There are several car parks in the city centre including: The Broadway; Crown Court; Leisure Exchange; NCP Southgate; Sharpe Street (behind the National Science & Media Museum).

Access Bradford Theatres welcome people with access requirements. If you require specific assistance or advice in advance of your visit, please contact our House Managers on 01274 432375.

Access Scheme Bradford Theatres and Bradford Council are committed to ensuring all customers can participate and enjoy Bradford Theatres’ events equally. For customers who need someone to be with them to access the service or facility at Bradford Theatres, there is an Access Scheme in operation. bradford-theatres.co.uk/access-scheme

At St George’s Hall Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm (when there is no show). Saturday closed. On performance days Box Office will close 30 minutes after the show start time. Wheelchair access On Saturday/Sunday with a show, Box Office will open 2 hours 30 minutes prior to show start time, closing 30 There are 6 wheelchair spaces at the Alhambra Theatre and up to 12 wheelchair spaces at St George’s Hall. minutes after curtain-up. Level access is via Great Horton Road for the Alhambra Concessions Theatre. There is a drop off and pick up point in the lay by outside St George’s Hall. Please let us know Children aged 16 and under, full-time students, your requirements at the time of booking. Wheelchair over 60s, disabled people , Bradford Leisure Card, accessible toilets are available at all our venues. Script Yorkshire and Equity Members (only one discount applicable per ticket). Proof of eligibility Accessible Parking must be provided at the Box Office. Designated parking spaces are available for disabled

Ticket reservations We can hold tickets for up to four days if you are unsure of your booking (please note this service is not available during the seven days prior to the performance). For full details on terms and conditions, please call the Box Office or visit: bradford-theatres.co.uk/terms-conditions

patrons at the Alhambra Theatre on Morley Street. Please access the Morley Street spaces via Great Horton Road at the side of the venue. At St George’s Hall, disabled parking is available opposite the front doors to Great Victoria Hotel.

Hearing enhancement The auditoria at the Alhambra Theatre and St George’s Hall are equipped with a radio transmitted system which works with hearing aids in T mode. Headsets are available on request.

Signed, Captioned & Audio Described Safeguard your tickets against accidents, illness, severe weather and more – simply add Ticket Protection to your booking and checkout with peace of mind. www.securemybooking.com/terms/uk

There are captioned, audio described and sign language interpreted performances available at stated shows. Assistance dogs are welcome. Pre-show notes are available to accompany signed and captioned shows. Please ask at Box Office when booking your tickets.

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The wording in this publication can be made available in other formats: large print, Braille and on CD. Please call 01274 432375. Assistance dogs are welcome.