Summer Season 2024 The Alhambra Theatre and St George’s Hall featuring The Studio, Bradford and King’s Hall, Ilkley bradford-theatres.co.uk 01274 432000
Welcome to the summer season of live entertainment at Bradford Theatres!
With lighter nights on the way, we’re looking forward to our summer 2024 season. Please take your time to browse our new brochure –it’s packed with events and entertainment!
There’s something for everyone on offer at the Alhambra Theatre, St George’s Hall, The Studio and King’s Hall in Ilkley. We bring you the very best in drama, musicals and family shows, plus stand-up comedy, and a vast array of live music. Indulge in a delightful line-up of fresh, exciting shows alongside cherished classics and the return of your favourite tours!
There are too many shows to list here individually but I want to make a very special mention to two long-running productions at the Alhambra Theatre. It’s very exciting to be able to welcome back the award-winning musical, Wicked, which is with us for 5 weeks during April and May. Then later in the summer, we host Disney’s Aladdin which makes its debut UK tour and will fly into the venue in August for 3 weeks. What better way to mark the Alhambra Theatre’s 110th anniversary year!
I look forward to extending our usual warm welcome when you visit Bradford Theatres this summer.
Best wishes
Adam Renton General Manager, Bradford Theatres
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Details correct at time of going to press. Bradford Theatres reserve the right to make any alterations to the published programme and prices if necessary.
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How can we make your visit to the Alhambra Theatre even more special?
ALHAMBRA THEATRE • UPPER CIRCLE LEVEL
We have the answer, it’s as simple as booking a table in our beautiful Restaurant 1914.
Boasting stunning views of Bradford’s ever evolving skyline, exceptional service and a choice of mouth-watering food from our seasonal menu, we also offer hand-picked wines to enhance your culinary experience.
We’re here to help you relax in preparation for the main event.
We look forward to welcoming you at the beginning of what we are sure will be an enjoyable and memorable experience.
Keran Douglas-Clark Restaurant 1914 Manager
To book your table at Restaurant 1914 or find out about our children’s menu, call Hospitality on 01274 431052.
Please leave message if answerphone in operation.
‘I can’t imagine ever visiting the Alhambra again without booking a table at 1914’ CUSTOMER COMMENT ON TRIPADVISOR
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Tuesday 16 April – Sunday 19 May ALHAMBRA THEATRE
‘ONE OF THE MOST SUCCESSFUL MUSICALS OF ALL TIME’ (BBC NEWS), WICKED HAS BEEN CASTING ITS MAGICAL SPELL AROUND THE WORLD FOR TWO DECADES.
Based on the acclaimed novel by Gregory Maguire, Wicked imagines a beguiling backstory and future possibilities to the lives of L Frank Baum’s beloved characters from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and reveals the decisions and events that shape the destinies of two unlikely university friends on their journey to becoming Glinda The Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
This award-winning production flies back to Bradford complete with all the spectacle and magic that make this ‘funny, moving, exciting, thought-provoking, and hugely entertaining show’ (Telegraph & Argus) such an unforgettable and unmissable experience.
Recommended age: 7+ (under 3s not admitted)
Tickets: £82.25 – £22.75
Stalls/Dress Circle: £82.25 – £52.75
Upper Circle: £47.75 – £22.75
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £658 – £544.25
CONCESSIONS
Over 60s: £2.50 off Premium and top price seats (Wed mats/ Wed eves only).
Groups 12+: £5 off top four price bands (Tue – Thu only, limited availability).
Groups 40+: £7 off top four price bands (Tue – Thu only).
Schools & Youth Groups 10+: £20 Upper Circle, plus one supervisor free with every ten students (Tue/Wed only).
All discounts are strictly subject to availability.
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Evenings: 7.30pm
Matinées: Wed, Sat & Sun 2.30pm
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Signed: Thu 25 April 7.30pm
Captioned: Thu 2 May 7.30pm
Audio Described: Sun 12 May 2.30pm
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Sat 4 May 7.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
Paul Smith
Pablo
Paul will also be back in Bradford on Thursday 24 October!
Recommended age: 16+
Tickets: £31.75
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Wed 8 May 7.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
Join the 30th anniversary celebration of Europe’s longest established taiko group with a very special show of big beats, visual treats, and vital energy.
The concert is a full theatrical experience, with dynamic choreography and heart-pounding rhythms contrasting with atmospheric soundscapes.
Tickets: £34.75
Under 18s: £6 off
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Wed 1 May 7.30pm
KING’S HALL ILKLEY
Rosie Holt
That’s Politainment!
The worse the political career, the more lucrative the subsequent entertainment opportunities.
Can Rosie Holt’s viral hit MP (Matt Hancock) follow ‘politainers’ Dorries, Farage and Rees-Mogg and leap from the pages of Hansard to Heat?
‘BEAUTIFULLY OBSERVED AND PERFORMED’ THE GUARDIAN
Recommended age: 16+
Tickets: £22.75
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Thu 9 May 7.30pm
KING’S HALL ILKLEY
Talon – The Best of Eagles
To The Limit 2024
This show will feature the Eagles’ timeless back catalogue including Hotel California, Take It Easy, One of These Nights, Take It To The Limit, Desperado, Lyin’ Eyes, Life In The Fast Lane and many more.
Revered by their peers and loved by their fans, this world-class seven-piece band are a phenomenon. They have, over the last quarter of a century, truly transcended the tag of ‘tribute’.
Tickets: £33.25 – £29.75 • Boxes (seat 4): £119
Thu 16 May 8pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL John Bishop Back At It
‘JOHN BISHOP HAS TAKEN ON THE MANTLE OF BRITAIN’S TOP COMIC... THE FUNNIEST TWO HOURS YOU’LL HAVE ANY TIME SOON’
DAILY MIRROR
Recommended age: 14+
Tickets: £45.25 – £27.75
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Sat 11 May 2pm & 4pm ST GEORGE’S HALL
The perfect introduction to live ballet and music, your little ones will be cheering along as a playful cast of characters re-tell this classic tale.
Recommended age: 3+
Tickets:
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Illustration: Emily Nuttall
£13
Child: £5 off Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Thu 16 May 7.30pm
KING’S HALL ILKLEY
The Pitmen Poets Ride Again
Lindisfarne singer and songwriter Billy Mitchell, Warhorse Songman Bob Fox, Master of Tyneside song Benny Graham, and award-winning songwriter Jez Lowe are The Pitmen Poets. Join them for a night of songs and stories, laced with Northeast humour and humanity.
Tickets: £30.25 • Boxes (seat 4): £121
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Thu 23 May 7.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
STEVE STEINMAN PRESENTS
Love Hurts
Power Ballads & Anthems!
Critically acclaimed show producer Steve Steinman presents a brand-new production.
Famously known for his hit shows Anything For Love – The Meat Loaf Story and Vampires Rock, this new show will feature over 25 epic love songs that broke a million hearts and rocked the world!
With a 7-piece live band and a powerhouse cast of amazing singers, you’re guaranteed to have the night of your life, rocking out to the greatest power ballads and anthems of all time, including tracks from Heart, Whitesnake, Poison, Meat Loaf, Aerosmith and many more.
Tickets: £35.25
Groups: One free ticket with every 9 tickets bought Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Fri 17 May 8pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
Troy Hawke
The Greeters Guild
Everyone’s favourite 1930s throwback greetings and compliments aficionado returns to Bradford with his brand-new show.
In this show Troy examines his unlikely genesis and explores exactly why a well-dressed man simply being nice to people has caused such a kerfuffle.
Recommended age: 14+
Tickets: £23.75
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Thursday 23 – Saturday 25 May ALHAMBRA THEATRE
When Stella sets off to visit London with her parents, she has no idea her life is in danger! When Stella wakes up three months later, only her Aunt Alberta can tell her what has happened. But not everything Alberta tells her turns out to be true and Stella quickly discovers she’s in for the fight of her life against her very own awful Auntie!
Following their acclaimed productions of Gangsta Granny, Billionaire Boy and Demon Dentist, Birmingham Stage Company are proud to present a fabulous new production of David Walliams’ amazing adventure, featuring a small ghost, a huge owl, and a very awful Auntie!
‘THE BSC’S LIVE SHOWS OF MY BOOKS ARE ALWAYS BRILLIANT – I CAN’T WAIT FOR THE FUN TO BEGIN AGAIN! IT’S GOING TO BE A HOOT!’
DAVID WALLIAMS
‘KNOCKABOUT COUNTRY-HOUSE FUN! MY BOYS LOVED IT’ SUNDAY TIMES
Tickets: £23.75 – £21.75
Stalls/Dress Circle: £23.75 – £21.75
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £190 – £166.25
Boxes (seat 4): £87
CONCESSIONS
£2.50 off.
Groups 12+: £2 off and every 13th seat free.
Schools & Youth Groups: £9.50, plus one supervisor free with every ten students.
Family Ticket: £71 for four people including 2 or 3 children aged 16 or under (Thu – Fri only).
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Evenings: 7pm
Matinées: Thu 1.30pm; Fri 10.30am; Sat 2.30pm
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Signed: Thu 23 May 1.30pm
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Illustrations © Tony Ross, 2014. Lettering of author’s name © Quentin Blake, 2010. Licensed by HarperCollins Publishers Ltd.
Thu 23 May 7.30pm
KING’S HALL ILKLEY
Seann Walsh
Back from the Bed
‘Hello, Seann here. Did you know that comedians have to write their own blurb? I find that absolutely insane. What am I meant to say? ‘I’m fantastic, come and look at me talk’? I don’t know. It’s me. I do stand-up...’
‘UNQUESTIONABLY THE BEST OBSERVATIONAL COMIC OF HIS GENERATION’
THE GUARDIAN
Recommended age: 14+
Tickets: £17.75 • Boxes (seat 4): £71
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Fri 24 May 7.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
Crooners
Uncaged
Superbly original, utterly hilarious and thoroughly entertaining, Crooners is the original comedy music show combining hilarious one liners, laugh out loud silliness and a splendiferous injection of Big Band swing.
Featuring tap dance and some of the most quintessential songs from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Matt Monro, Nat King Cole, Bobby Darin, you can expect Come Fly With Me, Fly Me to the Moon, Mack the Knife and many more.
Tickets: £29.25
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Sat 25 May 7.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
Q THE MUSIC PRESENTS
James Bond
Concert Spectacular
Hosted by former ‘Miss Moneypenny’
Caroline Bliss (The Living Daylights, Licence to Kill)
A fantastic, adrenaline packed show, stunning vocal performances, exquisite musicianship, faithful and detailed arrangements: all guaranteed to leave you shaken and stirred. Don’t miss it!
Tickets: £28.75
Concessions: £2 off
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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GEORGE RAINSFORD JAY McGUINESS
FIONA WADE VERA CHOK
The new stage phenomenon that has taken the West End by storm now comes to Bradford.
Directed by MATTHEW DUNSTER & ISABEL MARR
Tickets: £40.75 – £20.75
Stalls: £40.75 – £32.75
Dress Circle: £40.75 – £20.75
Winner of Best New Play at the WhatsOnStage Awards, this edge-of-your-seat, supernatural thriller stars Vera Chok (Hollyoaks, Cobra), Jay McGuiness (The Wanted, BIG! The Musical, Rip It Up), George Rainsford (Call the Midwife, Casualty) and Fiona Wade (Emmerdale, Silent Witness).
Written by Danny Robins, creator of the hit BBC podcasts Uncanny and The Battersea Poltergeist, 2:22 A Ghost Story comes fresh from record-breaking seasons at five West End theatres with a host of acclaimed star performances. It’s a brilliantly funny and adrenaline-filled night where secrets emerge, and ghosts may or may not appear… What do you believe?
Jenny believes her new home is haunted, but her husband Sam isn’t having any of it. They argue with their first dinner guests, old friend Lauren and new partner Ben. Belief and scepticism clash, but something feels strange and frightening, and that something is getting closer, so they’re going to stay up… until 2:22… and then they’ll know.
Recommended age: 12+
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £326 – £271.25 Boxes (seat 4): £119 – £83
CONCESSIONS
£3.50 off all areas.
Groups 12+: £3.50 off and every 13th seat free.
Schools & Colleges: £17 best available, plus one supervisor free with every ten students (Tue – Thu only, limited availability).
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Evenings: 7.30pm
Matinées: Wed 2pm, Sat 2.30pm
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Signed:
Thu 30 May 7.30pm
Captioned: Fri 31 May 7.30pm
Audio Described: Sat 1 June 2.30pm
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
The Hit Play By
DANNY ROBINS
ALHAMBRA THEATRE
Tuesday 28 May – Saturday 1 June
Tue 28 May 12pm & 3.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
Milkshake! Live On Holiday
Join your favourite Milkshake! friends on holiday with Dora, Pip and Posey, Blue from Blue’s Clues and You!, Milo, Milkshake! Monkey plus two of your Milkshake! presenters for an all-new adventure!
Pack your bags and jump aboard the Milkshake! train as we go on an all singing, all dancing holiday together! It’s a family show not to be missed!
Tickets: £20.25
Concessions: £1 off
Family Ticket: £75 (for 4 including 2 or 3 children)
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Wed 29 May 7.30pm
KING’S HALL ILKLEY
Tue 28 May 8pm
KING’S HALL ILKLEY
An Audience with Sir Ian Botham
Sir lan 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. Prolific with both bat and ball, he was the fastest to the double of 1,000 runs and 100 wickets. He broke the World Record for most Test wickets and finished his career with 5,200 runs and 383 wickets. Join Sir lan, as he discusses his amazing career, and everything in between.
Tickets: £32.75 • Boxes (seat 4): £131
Super VIP Meet & Greet: £102.75 (includes seat in front row Stalls, a drink, photo opportunity and a signed picture – 6.15pm)
VIP Meet & Greet: £52.75 (includes seat in front Stalls 2nd to 5th rows and photo opportunity – 6.45pm)
Friends Members discount available
Featuring BBC1’s All Together Now, Paulus The Cabaret Geek with Michael Roulston (Fascinating Aïda) on piano.
This is an evening of pure joy filled with Victoria’s best-loved songs, including the iconic Ballad of Barry & Freda (Let’s Do It) and the classic It Would Never Have Worked. So, pair your stilettos with an oven glove, zip up your cocktail slacks and get booking!
Recommended age: 10+
Tickets: £22.75
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Thu 30 May 7.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
The Sound of Springsteen
Experience the pure rock ‘n’ roll euphoria of Bruce Springsteen as this outstanding show brings his iconic sound to life taking you on a musical journey through the incredible catalogue from Greetings from Asbury Park to 2020’s Ghosts via the legendary hits Born in the USA and Born to Run.
Tickets: £32.25
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Fri 31 May 7.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
The Black Dyke Band
Black Dyke Band is the most recorded band in the world with over 350 recordings. In October 2020 the band’s recording of music by John Rutter become the first by a brass band to reach No.1 in the classical music chart. It is also the most successful contesting band in the world having won the European Championships 13 times, the British Open no fewer than 30 times and the National Championships of Great Britain 24 times.
Join the hugely popular brass band when they return to St George’s Hall for one night only!
Tickets: £20.75 – £17.75
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Thu 30 May 8pm
THE STUDIO
The British Government wants to sell the idea of Britishness to India and hired a comedian for the job; there’s trouble ahead.
‘INDIA’S MOST INTELLIGENT COMEDIAN’
NEW YORK TIMES
Recommended age: 15+
Tickets: £18.25
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Fri 31 May 8pm
KING’S HALL ILKLEY
Count Arthur Strong
Part one of Count Arthur Strong’s farewell tour (of the World. Potentially. Certainly Jersey).
Having consulted with top Harley Street specialists, the St Anne’s Ambulance Brigade and Professor Twitty, that did covid (the bald one), Count Arthur Strong has decided to gradually phase in his farewell tour over a yet to be specified number of parts, because of the likelihood of people doing ‘Cold Turkey’ in theatres over him.
Recommended age: 14+
Tickets: £25.75 • Boxes (seat 4): £103
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Sat 1 June 7.30pm
THE STUDIO
Emmanuel Sonubi
Curriculum Vitae
Emmanuel will take you on a hilarious and sometimes poignant journey that explores the professions he’s had prior to becoming a comedian, discussing how those experiences helped shape his comedic voice. From working in IT to the doors of London’s nightlife whilst building up an impressive list of musical theatre credits.
Recommended age: 14+
Tickets: £19.25
Concessions: £2 off
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Sat 1 June 7.30pm
KING’S HALL ILKLEY
Nurse Georgie Carroll
Sista Flo 2.0
As seen on Britain’s Got Talent 2023, winner of Best Comedy Show at the Adelaide Fringe Festival and following a sell-out season at the Edinburgh Fringe and a sell-out UK tour, don’t miss Nurse Georgie Carroll as she brings her hit show Sista Flo 2.0 back to the UK.
Recommended age: 14+
Tickets: £25.25 • Boxes (seat 4): £101
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Wed 5 June 7.30pm
KING’S HALL ILKLEY
Bowie Live
Bowie Live’s unrivalled portrayal of David Bowie’s music and live performance will transport you back through space and time from 1976 to 2004, to the Bowie shows we dreamed of seeing. With stunningly accurate live performances of David Bowie’s greatest records, join us on this imaginary trip – just for one day.
Tickets: £31.25 • Boxes (seat 4): £125
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Thu 6 June 8pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
Rhod Gilbert & The Giant Grapefruit
In his last show The Book of John, Rhod was dealing with some pretty pungent life citrus, and an idiot called John. Little did he know that things were about to turn even more sour...
‘DARKLY HILARIOUS. IT’S GOOD TO HAVE HIM BACK’
TIMES
Recommended age: 16+
Tickets: £37.75
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Fri 7 June 7.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
The Illegal Eagles
A welcome return to Bradford with a brand-new production! This critically acclaimed show features the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including Hotel California, Desperado, Take It Easy, New Kid In Town, Life In The Fast Lane and many more.
Tickets: £38.25 – £30.25
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Friday 7 June 7.30pm
ALHAMBRA THEATRE
STARRING STEPHEN TRIFFITT
‘It’s was like the legend himself was on stage’
‘ Stephen is the best, the greatest, because he captures the soul of my father’
FRANK
SINATRA JR
FEATURING
THE 16-PIECE MOONLIGHT SERENADE ORCHESTRA UK
Saturday 8 June 7.30pm
ALHAMBRA THEATRE
Join us on a journey back to the golden era of swing with Stephen Triffitt performing the classic songs of Frank Sinatra backed by the acclaimed Moonlight Serenade Orchestra UK.
Considered to be one of the most authentic Sinatra tributes in the world, Stephen starred as Sinatra in Las Vegas and portrayed Ol’ Blue Eyes in the original West End production of The Rat Pack: Live from Las Vegas.
‘HE NOT ONLY WALKS THE WALK, HE TALKS THE TALK, A MASTERFUL PERFORMANCE SEES THOSE DELICIOUS VOCALS DELIVERED WITH CONSUMMATE EASE’
THE GUARDIAN MAGAZINE
Tickets: £30.75
Stalls/Dress Circle: £30.75
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £246 – £215.25
Boxes (seat 4): £123
Concessions: £2 off.
Groups 12+: £2 off and every 13th seat free.
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
In 2023 Danny Robins asked the questions – do ghosts exists? And if not, why do we see them? And 25,000 people came to find out the answers, in the biggest live investigation into the paranormal ever.
You now have the chance to join Danny for this terrifying and thought-provoking evening, featuring chilling real-life stories of the supernatural experienced by ordinary people in ordinary places, brought thrillingly to life in a mix of projection, sound and spellbinding storytelling.
Danny Robins is the creator of the hit podcasts, Uncanny, The Battersea Poltergeist and The Witch Farm, the BBC TV series Uncanny and the awardwinning West End play 2:22 – A Ghost Story.
Recommended age: 10+
Tickets: £38.75 – £20.75
Stalls/Dress Circle: £38.75 – £20.75
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £310 – £271.25
Boxes (seat 4): £123 – £83
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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sellout
THE
2023 show
MOLLY QUIRK, THE MIRROR
Sat 8 June 7.30pm
THE STUDIO
Daliso Chaponda
Feed This Black Man Again
Daliso did his first show Feed This Black Man 20 years ago. The jokes were mediocre, there was a rap about poverty in the middle (which was as offensive as you might imagine) and the big finale involved a sandwich on stage. Now this widely loved comic revisits the themes of that ancient debut show with the considerably enhanced comic talents that two decades’ experience brings you.
‘GETS LAUGHS OUT OF TOPICS OTHER COMEDIANS SHUN’
THE GUARDIAN
Recommended age: 14+
Tickets: £18.75
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Sat 8 June 7.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
Showaddywaddy
Their 50th Anniversary show will be dynamic and uplifting, featuring all their greatest hits, many of which reached number one in the pop charts across Europe: Under The Moon of Love, Three Steps to Heaven, Hey Rock & Roll, Blue Moon, Pretty Little Angel Eyes and many, many more.
Tickets: £30.25 – £27.75
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Fri 14 June 7.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
Fastlove
A Tribute to George Michael
Few shows have reached the dizzy heights of Fastlove, now touring in 18 countries, selling over 250,000 tickets worldwide. Join us for one very special night as we celebrate the late great George Michael.
Tickets: £33.75
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Tuesday 11 – Saturday 15 June
ALHAMBRA THEATRE
WHATSONSTAGE AWARDS 2023
Tickets: £47.75 – £21.75
Stalls: £47.75 – £36.75
Dress Circle: £47.75 – £21.75
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £382 – £306.25
Boxes (seat 4): £123 – £87
CONCESSIONS
£5 off top three prices only.
Groups 12+: £5 off and every 13th seat free.
Schools & Youth Groups: £12.50, plus one supervisor free with every ten students (Tue eve/Wed mat only).
All discounts are strictly subject to availability.
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Evenings: 7.30pm
Matinées: Wed 2pm, Sat 2.30pm
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Signed: Thu 13 June 7.30pm
Audio Described: Sat 15 June 2.30pm
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
READY TO RAISE A LITTLE HELL?
Winner of Best New Musical (WhatsOnStage Awards 2023), the West End smash-hit Bonnie & Clyde is set to hold-up the Alhambra Theatre following two hellraising seasons in London’s West End. Two small-town kids from the middle of nowhere became the biggest folk heroes in all America. They craved adventure – and each other. Their names were Bonnie and Clyde. Fearless, shameless, and alluring, this award-winning production has garnered a mass following, much like the infamous pair themselves, and now they are set to take Bradford by storm. Discover the electrifying story of love, adventure and crime that captured the attention of an entire nation. Danny Hatchard (Eastenders, Our Girl) and Katie Tonkinson (Bat Out of Hell) will star as the notorious lovers, joined by Daisy Wood-Davis (Hollyoaks, Holby City) as Blanche and Sam Ferriday (The Cher Show) as Buck, with Jaz Ellington (The Voice) as The Preacher. Nate Landskroner (Waitress, Heathers) will play the role of Clyde at midweek matinee performances, with Hana Ichijo playing the role of Bonnie at Saturday matinees.
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Katie tonkinson as bonnie
daisy wood-davis as blanche
Sam Ferriday as BUCK
with Jaz ellington as the preacher
danny hatchard as clyde
Sat 15 June 7.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
Don’t Stop
Believin’
Jump aboard the midnight train –heaven is a place on Earth called Bradford as the greatest end-ofthe-night anthems spectacular roars into town.
The biggest party night ever features Summer of ’69, I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll, Livin’ on a Prayer, Sweet Child O’ Mine, China in Your Hand, You Shook Me All Night Long, Sweet Home Alabama and so many more.
Tickets: £33.75
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Sat 22 June 8pm
Sun 16 June 7.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
The McCartney Songbook
Starring Peter Jackson from West End smash-hit musical Let It Be.
The McCartney Songbook showcases the songwriting genius of the legendary Sir Paul McCartney in a powerful new live production. Featuring ‘All The Best’ of McCartney, Wings and The Beatles, this exciting new show consists of hits such as Jet, Band on the Run, Let It Be, Live and Let Die, Silly Love Songs and Hey Jude all packed into two hours of entertainment perfection.
Tickets: £28.75
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
KING’S HALL ILKLEY
The Comedy Store
With nearly 40 years’ experience in the business, The Comedy Store is renowned as a breeding ground for new comedy talent and remains the place to see tomorrows’ stars today.
Acts will be announced a month before each show.
Recommended age: 18+
Tickets: £19.75 • Boxes (seat 4): £79
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Tuesday 18 – Saturday 22 June
ALHAMBRA THEATRE
RIFCO THEATRE COMPANY, WATFORD PALACE THEATRE & HOME MANCHESTER PRESENT
FROM THE MAKERS OF BRITAIN’S GOT BHANGRA
‘WONDERFUL’ WHAT’S ON STAGE
‘OUTSTANDINGLY GOOD’
THE REVIEWS HUB
Tickets: £40.25 – £17.75
Stalls/Dress Circle: £40.25 – £17.75
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £322 – £281.75 Boxes (seat 4): £71
CONCESSIONS
£5 off.
Groups 12+: £5 off and every 13th seat free.
Schools & Colleges: £15, plus one supervisor free with every ten students (Tue – Thu eves only).
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Evenings: 7.30pm
Matinée: Sat 2.30pm
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Signed: Sat 22 June 2.30pm
Audio Described: Sat 22 June 2.30pm
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Post-show Q&A with members of the company: Tue 18 June, free to ticket holders
FROM THE MAKERS OF BRITAIN’S GOT BHANGRA COMES THE WORLD PREMIERE OF A NEW BRITISH MUSICAL.
Get ready to be swept away into the dazzling world of Bollywood!
Rifco’s most ambitious musical yet, Frankie Goes to Bollywood is a breathtakingly colourful journey of romance, epic songs, and spectacular dance – inspired by real stories of British women caught in the spotlight of the biggest film industry in the world.
Frankie never wanted to be a star, and after a chance encounter with a director, she finds herself transported to the ruthless world of Bollywood. As she climbs the sparkling staircase of stardom, Frankie must confront what she is willing to do for fame and fortune. Can she stay in the Bollywood family and still be true to herself?
Amidst the heroes and villains, ornate costumes and sweeping sets, get ready for this tale of being British in Bollywood.
Recommended age: 8+
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Monday 1 – Saturday 6 July
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WINNER! BEST NEW MUSICAL WHATSONSTAGE AWARDS, LONDON
Following a record-breaking three-year West End residency, sold-out UK and Ireland Tour and Amazon studios award-winning film, the smash-hit and critically acclaimed musical Everybody’s Talking About Jamie comes to Bradford.
Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn’t quite fit in. Jamie is terrified about the future. Jamie is going to be a sensation. Supported by his brilliant loving mum and surrounded by his friends, Jamie overcomes prejudice, beats the bullies and steps out of the darkness, into the spotlight. This ‘Funny, outrageous, touching’ (Daily Telegraph), musical sensation is to be experienced by all the family and not to be missed!
This ‘sparkling coming-of-age musical’ (The Times) will have everybody talking about Jamie for years to come.
Sixteen: the edge of possibility. Time to make your dreams come true.
No under 5s. Parental guidance advised. Contains strong language and sexual references.
Tickets: £47.75 – £20.25
Stalls/Dress Circle: £47.75 – £38.25
Upper Circle: £27.25 – £20.25
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £382 – £320.25 Boxes (seat 4): £161 – £81
CONCESSIONS
£2.50 off.
Groups 12+: £3.50 off and every 13th seat free.
Groups 20+: £5 off and every 13th seat free.
Schools & Colleges: £15 plus one supervisor free with every ten students (Mon eve/Wed mat only, limited availability).
One discount per ticket. No concessions or discounts Friday/Saturday.
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PERFORMANCE TIMES
Evenings: 7.30pm
Matinées: Wed 2pm, Sat 2.30pm
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Signed:
Thu 4 July 7.30pm
Captioned: Fri 5 July 7.30pm
Audio Described: Sat 6 July 2.30pm
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Tuesday 9 – Sunday 14 July
ALHAMBRA THEATRE
Tickets: £57.75 – £22.25
Stalls/Dress Circle: £57.75 – £37.75
Upper Circle: £37.75 – £22.25
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £462 – £369.25
Boxes (seat 4): £171 – £115
CONCESSIONS
£5 off Stalls/Dress Circle, £2.50 off Upper Circle.
Groups 10+: £5 off.
Groups 20+: £6 off.
Groups 50+: £7 off and two free seats.
Schools & Colleges: £17.50
Rear Stalls/Upper Circle, plus one supervisor free with every ten students (Tue eve/Wed mat only, limited availability).
No concessions or discounts Friday/Saturday.
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Evenings: 7pm
Matinées: Wed, Sat & Sun 2pm
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Signed: Thu 11 July 7pm
Captioned: Fri 12 July 7pm
Audio Described: Sat 13 July 2pm
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
THE MOST FANTASMAGORICAL MUSICAL OF ALL TIME FLIES INTO THE ALHAMBRA THEATRE FOR ONE WEEK ONLY!
In a brand-new production of this much-loved family favourite and starring Adam Garcia (Wicked, Kiss Me Kate, Coyote Ugly) and Liam Fox (Emmerdale), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is bursting with unforgettable songs by the Sherman Brothers including Toot Sweets, Hushabye Mountain, Truly Scrumptious and of course the Academy Award-nominated title song, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
The Potts family’s adventures to far off lands in their magical motor car makes Chitty Chitty Bang Bang a fun-filled hit for all the family.
DON’T LET IT TAKE OFF WITHOUT YOU!
Recommended age: 5+
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Tuesday 16 –Saturday 20 July
ALHAMBRA THEATRE
BASED ON HER HIT BBC TV SHOW, THE SYNDICATE IS A NEW STAGE PLAY BY THE LEGENDARY KAY MELLOR.
Starring Emmerdale’s Samantha Giles, Coronation Street ’s Brooke Vincent and TV favourite, Gaynor Faye, who also directs, The Syndicate follows five supermarket employees whose lottery syndicate numbers come in, just as their jobs and livelihoods are under threat.
Will a share of the jackpot make their dreams come true or their nightmares a reality? One thing’s for certain, it will change their lives, loves and relationships… for ever.
Tickets: £47.75 – £24.75
Stalls: £47.75 – £36.75
Dress Circle: £47.75 – £24.75
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £382 – £299.25
Boxes (seat 4): £119 – £81
CONCESSIONS
£2.50 off.
Groups 12+: £2.50 off and every 13th seat free.
Schools & Colleges: £15 Stalls/ Upper Circle, plus one supervisor free with every ten students (Tue eve/Wed mat only, limited availability).
Following on from the huge success of her other stage adaptations, Band of Gold and Fat Friends, The Syndicate marks the world premiere of Kay Mellor’s final stage play, which once again demonstrates Kay’s unparalleled ability to make us laugh, cry and above all entertain, with her wonderful characters and stories.
Don’t miss your chance to see this jackpot of a production. Book your winning tickets – now!
Recommended age: 13+
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Evenings: 7.30pm
Matinées: Wed 2pm, Sat 2.30pm
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Signed: Fri 19 July 7.30pm
Audio Described: Sat 20 July 2.30pm
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Thu 11 July 7.30pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
Beyond The Barricade 25th Anniversary Year
Featuring Andy Reiss, David Fawcett, Katie Leeming and Sarah Ryan (Les Misérables)
This wonderful concert will include songs 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: £29.25 – £25.75
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Wed 17 July 8pm
ST GEORGE’S HALL
Mon 22 July 7.30pm
KING’S HALL ILKLEY
Cillian O’Connor
My Magic World
Features special guest Ryland Petty from America’s Got Talent
Cillian literally burst onto an unsuspecting world during Britian’s Got Talent in 2023 and immediately captivated the hearts of the entire nation, reaching the top three in the final. He promises to enchant and amaze you with a show for the entire family.
Tickets: £22.25
Family Ticket: £86 (for 4 including 2 adults + 2 children)
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
When Sarah Millican was a bairn, she wouldn’t say boo to a goose. Quiet at school, not many friends, no boobs ’til she was 16. Now? NOW she is loud, with good friends, a cracking rack and goose booing all over the shop. In Late Bloomer, Sarah’s brand-new stand-up show, she explores how one became the other. Plus, lots of stuff about dinners and lady gardens. Come along, laugh at her, with her, beside her.
Recommended age: 16+
Tickets: £35.25
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Thursday
WHERE MUSICAL THEATRE MEETS CIRCUS
Welcome to a world where the very best of musical theatre showstoppers meets jaw-dropping circus spectacular. A world that explodes into kaleidoscopic colour as everyone’s favourite West End and Broadway hits combine with breath-taking circus artistes performing thrilling feats of agility and flair.
The biggest hits from your favourite theatre shows are brought to the stage in unique, spellbinding style in an enchanting production that is charming and astonishing in equal measure.
An all-star cast performing the big numbers from your favourite shows are joined by mesmerising circus stars. Enter the extraordinary world of Cirque Roll up, roll up and book your seats now for an unforgettable night out – truly like no other. Show content varies dependent upon venue facilities and regulations. Promoter reserves the right to alter the programme.
Tic kets: £37.75 – £25.75
Stalls/Dress Circle: £37.75 – £25.75
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £302 – £264.25 Boxes (seat 4): £103
CONCESSIONS
£2.50 off.
Groups 12+: £2.50 off and every 13th seat free.
Schools & Colleges/Youth Groups: £17 best available plus one supervisor free with every ten students (Fri 3pm only). Subject to availability – not top price seats.
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Evenings: 7pm
Matinée: Fri 3pm
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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25 & Friday 26 July ALHAMBRA THEATRE
Wednesday 24 July 7.30pm
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Saturday 27 July 7.30pm
ALHAMBRA THEATRE
FEATURING THE MUSIC OF DURAN DURAN • SPANDAU BALLET
HUMAN LEAGUE • ULTRAVOX
THE POLICE • TEARS FOR FEARS • OMD
DEPECHE MODE • JAPAN • ABC • SOFT CELL AND MANY MORE
One of Britain’s most talented and best loved comedians and performers, Billy Pearce, will be at the Alhambra Theatre for one night only with his adult comedy show.
He has won just about every comedy award going, including a British Comedy Award, Solo Comedian of the Year and Best Television Comedy Newcomer at the London Palladium; as well as performing in five Children’s Royal Variety Shows and three Royal Variety Shows.
Adults 18+ only – not recommended for children
Tickets: £24.75 – £19.75
Stalls/Dress Circle: £24.75 – £19.75
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £198 – £173.25
Boxes (seat 4): £79
Concessions: £2 off.
Groups 12+: £2 off and every 13th seat free.
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
THE HOTTEST SHOW IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM!
Take a trip back to a time when the music picked you out, shook you up and turned you into someone new. The indestructible playlist brings you hit after hit, including Don’t You Want Me, Gold, Look of Love, Everybody Wants to Rule the World, Tainted Love, True, Don’t Go – welcome to the hit concert show that’s taking the galaxy by storm!
Tickets: £32.75 – £30.75
Stalls/Dress Circle: £32.75 – £30.75
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £262 – £229.25
Boxes (seat 4): £123
Concessions: £2 off.
Groups 12+: £2 off and every 13th seat free.
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Monday 29 July – Saturday 3 August
ALHAMBRA THEATRE
THE WORLD’S BEST-LOVED MUSICAL IS BACK! GRITTIER AND MORE GLAMOROUS THAN EVER BEFORE.
After a whirlwind summer romance, leatherclad greaser Danny and girl-next-door Sandy are unexpectedly reunited when she transfers to Rydell High for senior year. But can they survive the trials and tribulations of teenage life and find true love once more?
With its phenomenal score, bursting with hits including Summer Nights, Greased Lightnin’, Hopelessly Devoted to You and You’re the One That I Want, this thrilling new version is brought to life by a fresh young cast who bring energy, vitality, and passion to this ultimate musical classic.
Directed by Curve’s Artistic Director Nikolai Foster reignite your passion and get ready for an explosion of summer loving.
So, round-up your Burger Palace Boys, pick up your Pink Ladies and re-discover why Grease really is the one that you want this term!
Not recommended for young children
Directed by NIKOLAI FOSTER
Choreography by ARLENE PHILLIPS
Tickets: £50.25 – £22.25
Stalls/Dress Circle: £50.25 – £40.25
Upper Circle: £28.25 – £22.25
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £402 – £334.25 Boxes (seat 4): £169 – £89
CONCESSIONS
£5 off.
Over 60s Special: £30.75 best available (Thu mat only).
Groups 12+: £3.50 off and every 13th seat free.
Groups 20+: £5 off and every 13th seat free.
Schools & Youth Groups: £15 best available, plus one supervisor free with every ten students (Mon eve/ Thu mat only, limited availability). No concessions or discounts Friday/Saturday.
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Evenings: 7.30pm
Matinées: Thu 2pm, Sat 2.30pm
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Signed:
Thu 1 August 7.30pm
Captioned:
Fri 2 August 7.30pm
Audio Described:
Sat 3 August 2.30pm
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
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Book, Music & Lyrics by JIM JACOBS & WARREN CASEY
© Disney “SIMPLY PHENOMENAL” EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS Wednesday 14 August – Sunday 1 September ALHAMBRA THEATRE
Coming soon...
Sat 7 December 2024 – Sun 19 January 2025
ALHAMBRA
THEATRE
Tickets: £43.75 – £18.75
Stalls: £43.75 – £30.75
Dress Circle: £43.75 – £26.75
Upper Circle: £35.75 – £18.75
Lounges (seat 7 or 8): £366 – £243.25 Boxes (seat 4): £143 – £91
CONCESSIONS
£3 off all areas (selected performances).
Groups 8+: £24.75 best available plus every 13th seat free (Tue/Wed eves from 2 Jan 2025).
Groups 12+: Every 13th seat free (all performances).
Groups 20+: £3 off, plus every 13th seat free (Bands B/C, selected perfs), plus an extra 25p off if booked and paid by 2 Sept 2024. Schools/Colleges: £11 plus one supervisor free with every ten students (Dec selected perfs); £9.50 plus one supervisor free with every ten students (Jan selected perfs); Additional adults £15.
EARLY BOOKING OFFER:
All seats £22.75 (selected Stalls/DC)
Tue/Wed eves from 7 Jan. Book and pay before 31 July 2024
PERFORMANCE TIMES
See website for full performance schedule
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Signed: Thu 12 Dec 2pm & Sun 12 Jan 5pm
Audio Described: Thu 2 Jan 2pm & 7.15pm
Captioned: Sun 5 Jan 5pm
Relaxed: Tue 7 Jan 1pm & 6pm
Laidler Lounge VIP Bar upgrade available – see page 34
Friends Members discount available – see page 31
Pantomime will be making a magical return to the Alhambra Theatre this festive season with the spectacular new panto adventure, Pinocchio. Comedy sensation Billy Pearce leads the cast as toymaker Geppetto, with his prize creation Pinocchio, transforming from the famous puppet to a real boy, whose nose grows every time he tells a lie!
Featuring stunning sets and costumes, fantastic special effects and laugh-out-loud comedy, the 2024 Alhambra Theatre panto is guaranteed to be a spectacle! It’s never too early to book your tickets, whistle on down to the website today to secure the best seats.
FAMILY TICKET:
£97 Stalls/Dress Circle
£63 Upper Circle for four, to include two or three children aged 16 or under, selected perfs only
‘PACKED WITH ENERGY, COLOUR & FLAIR, THE PANTO HAS IT ALL, FROM COSTUMES & SETTINGS WHICH ARE A FEAST OF COLOUR, TO SLICK SONG & DANCE CHORUS NUMBERS & A LIVE ORCHESTRA’ Chronicle Live on Crossroads’ production of Pinocchio (2023/24)
‘...THE ALHAMBRA PANTO STILL REIGNS SUPREME’ 5/5 YORKSHIRE POST
Quote from 2023/24 production of Cinderella
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