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20th Century Short Stories - Part 1
20250109
This course features close and careful readings of short stories from the first half of the 20th century that demonstrate the rich and varied possibilities of this relatively new literary form. Wri...
- Thu 9 Jan
- 90 minutes
Aladdin
20250110
by Kathryn Schultz Miller Adapted for a large cast of young performers ArtReach Children's Theatre Plays An Ilkley Playhouse Junior Greenroom production Directed by Andrew Leggott & Lisa Debne...
- Fri 10 Jan to Sun 12 Jan
- 60 minutes
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The Trials
20250116
by Dawn King This amateur production is presented by arrangement with NICK HERN BOOKS Directed by Damien O’Keeffe In the not-too-distant future, where the air has become unbreathable and the ...
- Thu 16 Jan to Sat 25 Jan
- 150 minutes
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Shout Out to the 60s
20250131
Get ready to step inside the fabulous music of the 1960s where we celebrate some of the best icons of the decade. This show is a toe-tapping, head-shakin’ celebration to the greatest idols, who mad...
- Fri 31 Jan
- 150 minutes
Fire & Rain
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Fire & Rain is not a tribute or sound-alike act. They are a collection of six of the best musicians from the North of England coming together to play music they love. Expect the classic James Taylo...
- Sat 1 Feb
- 165 minutes
Jon Palmer Acoustic Band
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The award-winning Jon Palmer Acoustic Band are making a welcome return to Ilkley Playhouse following their previous sell- out shows. The band recently won the audience popular vote at the UK West Coas...
- Fri 7 Feb
- 150 minutes
Stagefright Comedy Club - February
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Strictly 16+ Acts are subject to change. Refunds only available if the event is cancelled. Tony Law Acclaimed Canadian surrealist from Have I Got News for You, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Mock the Week &...
- Sat 8 Feb
- 150 minutes
Daughterhood
20250218
by Charley Miles This amateur production is presented by arrangement with NICK HERN BOOKS Directed by Rachel Vernelle A funny, honest, ferocious play about the bonds that tie us, and how we s...
- Tue 18 Feb to Sat 22 Feb
- 150 minutes
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Cassie and the Lights
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by Alex Howarth Directed by Steve Mason This amateur production is presented by arrangement with NICK HERN BOOKS. An Ilkley Playhouse Fringe Production Can kids be parents? When Cassie’s mot...
- Thu 6 Mar to Sat 8 Mar
- 120 minutes
The Merry Wives of Windsor
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by William Shakespeare Directed by Dick Hebbert There is a story that Shakespeare wrote The Merry Wives of Windsor on a royal command from Queen Elizabeth I for a play showing Sir John Falstaff...
- Thu 13 Mar to Sat 22 Mar
- 150 minutes
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Chris Bannister - The Calling Course
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Chris Bannister is a singer-songwriter from the North of England. He has released seven albums of critically acclaimed original material. His distinctive singing style has led to him being compared to...
- Fri 28 Mar
- 125 minutes
Stagefright Comedy Club - March
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Strictly 16+ Acts TBC Showcasing the finest acts on the UK and international comedy circuit in the intimate surroundings of the Wildman Studio, the club has become a staple of the Ilkley entertainm...
- Sat 29 Mar
- 150 minutes
The Art of Simon
20250404
The Art of Simon , are once again, set to return to The Wildman studio at Ilkley Playhouse. They continue to perform an extensive range of songs made famous by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel from the ea...
- Fri 4 Apr
- 165 minutes
The Yorkshire Gypsy Swing Collective
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The Yorkshire Gypsy Swing Collective ! feature some of the region’s hottest gypsy jazz and swing players, playing music inspired from legendary musicians Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli of the...
- Sat 5 Apr
- 135 minutes
The Wild Murphys
20250411
Join us for an unforgettable night of hand-clapping, toe-tapping music with The Wild Murphys , an award-winning tribute group renowned for their lively covers of Irish songs since 2005. Experience tw...
- Fri 11 Apr
- 135 minutes
Mary Shelley
20250424
by Helen Edmundson This amateur production is presented by arrangement with NICK HERN BOOKS Directed by Andrew Leggott and Lisa Debney Mary Shelley, best known as the author of Frankenstein ,...
- Thu 24 Apr to Sat 3 May
- 150 minutes
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Brontë
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by Polly Teale This amateur production is presented by arrangement with NICK HERN BOOKS Directed by Chrissie Poulter In a collision of dreams, imaginings and memories, playwright Polly Teale ...
- Mon 12 May to Sat 17 May
- 150 minutes
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Stagefright Comedy Club - May
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Strictly 16+ Acts TBC Showcasing the finest acts on the UK and international comedy circuit in the intimate surroundings of the Wildman Studio, the club has become a staple of the Ilkley entertainm...
- Sat 24 May
- 150 minutes
Laurel Canyon Union
20250530
With special guests Reuben and The Bridge. By popular demand the return of Laurel Canyon Union. 60s/70s West Coast Americana. Formed by Grammy Nominated ex Acoustic Alchemy drummer, John Shepard...
- Fri 30 May
- 180 minutes
Oliver Harris Band
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Join us for a night of classics performed by Edinburgh festival award winning vocalist, Oliver Harris, and the amazing Oliver Harris Band! Oliver Harris brings his tributes to The Caruso and King ...
- Fri 6 Jun
- 135 minutes
Labour of Love
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by James Graham This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Curtis Brown Group Ltd, Cunard House, 15 Regent Street, London SW1Y 4LR Directed by Chris Winstanley A witty and engag...
- Thu 19 Jun to Sat 28 Jun
- 150 minutes
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The Rob Dylan Band
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The Rob Dylan Band is the UK’s greatest tribute to the music of Bob Dylan. Formed by a group of musicians who bring their own unique and dynamic interpretation to the music of one of the world's great...
- Fri 4 Jul
- 165 minutes
Night of the Stars
20250705
A stylish celebration of music from some of the most legendary artistes of all time. From Shirley Bassey, Barbara Streisand & Adele , right up to Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Abba , Queen and many mo...
- Sat 5 Jul
- 150 minutes
The River
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by Jez Butterworth This amateur production is presented by arrangement with NICK HERN BOOKS Directed by Paul Chewins On a moonless night in August when the sea trout are ready to run, a man b...
- Mon 7 Jul to Sat 12 Jul
- 150 minutes
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Fleetwood Shack
20250718
Back by popular demand! Prepare to be transported on a remarkable musical journey as Fleetwood Shack delivers an extraordinary performance, featuring an impressive repertoire of the biggest and mos...
- Fri 18 Jul
- 165 minutes
Stagefright Comedy Club - July
20250719
Strictly 16+ Acts TBC Showcasing the finest acts on the UK and international comedy circuit in the intimate surroundings of the Wildman Studio, the club has become a staple of the Ilkley entertainm...
- Sat 19 Jul
- 150 minutes
Voodoo Room (playing Hendrix, Clapton & Cream)
20250725
A very welcome return… Paying tribute to some of the greatest names in rock history, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Cream, Voodoo Room are a stunning power-trio featuring some of the UK's finest mu...
- Fri 25 Jul
- 150 minutes
Bard in the Yard
20250823
An Ilkley Playhouse Fringe Production The sixth year of this outstanding event, including two contrasting Shakespeare plays, compacted to 30-40 minutes each and played in minimalist style, letting ...
- Sat 23 Aug
- 130 minutes
Gaelforce
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Gaelforce are a superb Celtic Folk Rock band from Yorkshire playing rocked up traditional folk songs, self-penned tunes in the trad style & jigs n reels. Chris Dyson – fiddle, vocal – ex Mike Hardi...
- Fri 21 Nov
- 120 minutes