Cameron Mackintosh and Disney’s spectacular production of the classic multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS is embarking on a UK and Ireland tour and is flying to the Alhambra Theatre, Bradford from 21 May 2025 for 5 weeks only.

Based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film, the story of the World’s favourite nanny arriving on Cherry Tree Lane is even more magical than ever before featuring dazzling choreography, incredible effects and unforgettable songs.

The timeless score includes the classic songs by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman; Jolly Holiday, Step in Time, Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious and Feed the Birds with new songs and additional music and lyrics by the Olivier award-winning British team of George Stiles and Anthony Drewe.

Age guidance 5+

Superintendent Roy Grace is back, for the seventh Peter James stage adaptation, with the bestselling Picture You Dead.
Back home in Brighton, DSI Grace investigates a cold case that leads him to the rarified air of fine art but beneath the respectable veneer lurks a dark underworld of greed, deception and murder.

When one unsuspecting couple unearth a potentially long lost masterpiece, they discover that their dream find is about to turn into their worst nightmare and only Grace can stop them from paying the ultimate price.

With a total of 20 Sunday Times best sellers to his name, as well as the acclaimed ITV series, Grace, this latest thrilling stage adaptation cements Peter James' Grace series, as the most successful modern day crime stage franchise, since Agatha Christie.

This performance may include flashing lights, loud sounds including gunshots and depictions of criminal activity and violence.
Age guidance 13+

Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze live on stage for the first time!

Once upon a time, a little old lady lived all by herself in her cosy cottage, but she wasn't happy - her house felt just too small. Whatever could she do? Will the wise old man's solution of bringing in a flappy, scratchy, greedy, noisy crowd of farmyard animals work?

Join us for this heartwarming and hilarious adventure, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs. Written and illustrated by the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, and adapted for the stage by Olivier-nominated duo Barb Jungr and Samantha Lane.

Age guidance 3-8 years. A Little Angel Theatre and Lowry Co-Production.

Come together, right now – it’s time to shake it up baby with the concert show of the year.

The sensational The Magic of the Beatles features an incredible cast that not only look and sound like John, Paul, George, and Ringo, they also generate that same, famed incredible excitement that was the trademark of one of the greatest groups the world has ever seen – with the Fab Four’s unique sense of humour thrown in for good measure too.
Enjoy She Loves You, A Hard Day’s Night, Help!, I Feel Fine, Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, Hey Jude, Here Comes the Sun, Get Back and so many more non-stop chart toppers. Concertgoers are invited to join a magical musical tour that takes you back to the golden era of pop music - featuring hit after hit after hit!
Playing to ecstatic sell-out audiences all over the world - and now touring the nation, The Magic of the Beatles is all you need for an unforgettable night of crowd-pleasing, million-selling, solid-gold musical memories. So, let it be and get your tickets now!

This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows. Promoter reserves the right to alter the programme.

Get ready for an electrifying night of music and fun at A Sky Full of Stars, the ultimate tribute to Coldplay! Join us for an unforgettable evening that captures the exhilarating essence of one of the world's most iconic bands!
This isn’t just a concert; it’s a vibrant celebration! Whether you’re a long-time Coldplay enthusiast or just looking to have a fantastic night out, this concert celebration promises a whirlwind of fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments. With dazzling performances, stunning visuals, and a spectacular atmosphere, bringing to life Coldplay’s greatest hits. From the anthemic Viva La Vida to the uplifting A Sky Full of Stars, plus all the amazing hits you know and love including Clocks, Yellow, Paradise and of course, Hymn for the Weekend.
So rally your friends, put on your brightest attire, and grab your tickets now for A Sky Full of Stars - make this a night to remember, where the music is magical, the memories are priceless, and the night is destined to be unforgettable!

Have your finest hour, or two! As we bring you Radio GAGA.
Be part of a night like no other as we bring you the concert you’ve been dreaming of! The ultimate celebration of one the biggest bands to have ever graced the stage – Queen.
Break free with us and shake all over like a jellyfish as Radio GaGa recreates two magical hours live on stage, celebrating the magic, fun & showmanship of the bands touring days. Playing all your favourite hits including, Don’t Stop Me Now, I Want to Break Free, Somebody to Love, We Will Rock You and of course Bohemian Rhapsody.
Like all good things, on you we depend, so stick around because we have missed you and we say... Radio, someone still loves you!

This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows. Promoter reserves the right to alter the programme.

Simon & Garfunkel: Through the Years is one of the most authentic sounding concerts to the unforgettable music of Simon & Garfunkel. Made up of Dan Haynes & Pete Richards, Bookends have toured the globe extensively with their concerts being described as ‘simply breath-taking’.
Performing the songs in a truly captivating way, against a backdrop of iconic imagery, their delicate recreation of the unmistakable sound of the American folk-rock duo is something of a masterpiece. Bookends have been performing their unique, world-class concert to audiences in some of the finest theatres and concert halls across the UK, Europe and the United States.
Hear many of the hits such as The Sound of Silence, Mrs Robinson, The Boxer and Bookends’ own beautiful rendition of the unforgettable Bridge Over Troubled Water. This is without doubt the closest thing to Simon & Garfunkel touring the world today.

Based on the much-loved Doris Day movie, this plumb fancy new production stars the multi-award winning West End actor and singer Carrie Hope Fletcher (Cinderella, Les Misérables).

Meet the fearless, gun slingin' Calamity Jane - biggest mouth in Dakota territory and always up for a fight. She'll charm you hog-eyes though, especially when trying to win the heart of the dashing Lieutenant Gilmartin, or shooting insults at the notorious Wild Bill Hickok. But when the men of Deadwood fall hard for Chicago stage star Adelaid Adams, Calamity sturggles to keep her jealousy holstered. Her heart's a thumpin'...but who for?

With the sure-fire classic songs The Deadwood Stage (Whip-Crack-Away), The Black Hills of Dakota, Just Blew in from the Windy City, and the Oscar-winning Secret Love.

Get ready to go wild, wild, wild!
Step into the ultimate glam rock experience as we transport you back to the golden age of glitter, guitars, and anthems that defined a generation!
With a sensational live band and powerhouse vocals, we’re bringing you the biggest hits from T. Rex, Slade, Bowie, The Bay City Rollers, Sweet, Suzi Quatro, Wizzard, Mud and more.
Dig out your platforms, turn up the volume, and Get It On for a night of non-stop glam rock nostalgia!

Age guidance: under 2s not admitted to this event

Cirque - The Greatest Show has been Reimagined and is back for 2025 - bigger, bolder, and more electrifying than ever!
Get ready for a dazzling fusion of musical theatre and jaw-dropping circus acts, taking the original 'circus meets musical theatre' spectacle to thrilling new heights. Experience iconic West End showstoppers paired with awe-inspiring circus acts showcasing their breathtaking feats of agility.
This all-new production promises to transport you on a vibrant, kaleidoscopic journey bursting with colour, energy, and excitement. Featuring stunning vocalists and world-class circus performers, this family-friendly extravaganza is a must-see for 2025!

Age guidance 5+

A Glorious Night of Glamour, Laughter and Feel-Good Fun.
Roll up, roll up... the UK’s longest-running burlesque show is back touring the nation with a thrilling new twist! Presenting An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret - a dazzling celebration of cabaret, burlesque, and world-class entertainment.
This ultimate variety show blends stylish cabaret, comedy, music, and burlesque into a spectacular extravaganza of glitz and glamour. Featuring dazzling showgirls, specialty cabaret artists, and stars of the stage and screen, this is a night of sophistication and stunning performances.
Expect fun, feathers, and fabulous costumes as we showcase the finest selection of specialty artistes, comedians, and champagne showgirls. With its blend of cabaret charm and burlesque allure, this sensational show promises a uniquely seductive experience that redefines variety for the 21st century.
Burlesque has enraptured audiences for centuries, and An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret delivers the very best in contemporary burlesque and cabaret artistry. Expect the unexpected with plenty of glitter, glamour, and unforgettable moments. It’s cocktails and cabaret o’clock — a night to remember awaits!

Age guidance: Under 16s not admitted to this event

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as the West End smash-hit production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe comes to Bradford.

Step through the wardrobe into the magic kingdom of Narnia where a world of wonder awaits.

Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they meet new friends, face dangerous foes and learn the lessons of courage, sacrifice, and the power of love.

Watch the nation’s favourite novel The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe come to life on stage in this spectacular production which is guaranteed to delight all ages.

In 1930s London ordinary people emerge from cheap boarding houses nightly to pour out their passions, hopes and dreams in the pubs and fog-bound streets of Soho and Fitzrovia. Step inside The Midnight Bell, a tavern where one particular lonely-hearts club gather to play out their lovelorn affairs of the heart; bitter comedies of longing, frustration, betrayal and redemption.
Inspired by the great English novelist Patrick Hamilton (Twenty Thousand Streets Under The Sky, Hangover Square) who created some of the most authentic fiction of his era; stories borne out of years of social interactions with the working man and woman at his favourite location - the London Pub.

Age gudiance 14+.
The Midnight Bell premiered to great acclaim in 2021 and received five nominations at the 2022 National Dance Awards, with Matthew Bourne winning the award for Best Modern Choreography and Michela Meazza for Outstanding Female Modern Performance.

Featuring a host of CBeebies’ stars and specially adapted by Bradford’s own Chris Hannon, expect singing, dancing and laughs for the whole family in this reimagined classic story that celebrates finding your thing!
Join Cinderella, Buttons and some funny new characters, where there’ll be plenty of magical twists and turns as the story unfolds!
Courtesy of composers Banks & Wag, this Christmas special will include songs sure to have everyone from preschoolers to grannies singing, moving and grooving along. It’s festive fun for all the family!

Produced by BBC Studios Kids & Family Productions, the CBeebies Panto will be recorded on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th October 2025 at the Alhambra Theatre, Bradford and will be available on CBeebies and BBC iPlayer across the festive period.

Dance Consortium presents Cirque Eloize: iD Reloaded. Directed and curated by Jeannot Painchaud.
Mixing urban dance, daring stunts and dazzling acrobatics.
iD Reloaded, inspired by iD, Cirque Eloize’s ground-breaking and breath-taking West End and international hit, is an intoxicating blend of circus arts and urban dance music; b-boying/b-girling, breakdance, hip hop and more.
The scene is set in the heart of a city, in a public space where people seek refuge and a chance to shed their anonymity: a place where identity is forged and individuality is expressed. The stage fizzes and thrills with infectious energy and phenomenal physical feat, as the 12 talented cast members from Canada’s famed contemporary circus crew Cirque Éloize perform against a kaleidoscope of eye-popping video projections.
Set to a pulsating and stimulating soundtrack by Jean-Phi Concalves (Beast) and Alex McMahon, directed and created by Jeannot Painchaud, iD Reloaded is a thrilling piece of work, full of attitude, energy and invention.

Age guidance 7+

The first Uncanny live stage show I Know What I Saw was one of the best-selling paranormal shows in theatre history.

Now, Danny Robins and his team of experts are back with a brand-new show for 2025, with even more terrifying real-life stories and witness accounts that will have you gripped from the very beginning.
This is NOT an ordinary podcast show. This is story-telling and paranormal investigation at its peak. Using a unique mix of sound, projection and stagecraft, recollections of hauntings, apparitions and events that seem to defy logical explanation are examined by Danny, Ciarán O’ Keeffe and Evelyn Hollow, with input from you, the audience, as you get the chance to share your theories and your own experiences.
As always, whether you are team sceptic, team believer or somewhere in between, everyone is welcome.
The only question to ask before you come is: do you have a fear of the dark?

Age guidance 16+.

When 16 year old Percy Jackson discovers that he is the half-blood son of the Greek God, Poseidon, his life takes a dramatic turn as he is plunged into a world much bigger than he could possibly have imagined.
With newly-discovered powers he can’t control, a destiny he doesn’t want and a whole mythology textbook’s worth of mythical monsters on his tail, Percy must learn what it means to be a hero.
The future of the world hangs in the balance as Percy and his friends embark on an epic adventure that will have you on the edge of your seat.
Following a record-breaking run in London, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is coming to Bradford. Adapted from Rick Riordan’s best-selling novel by Joe Tracz, writer of Be More Chill, and with an electrifying rock score by Rob Rokicki, it’s the perfect adventure for gods, half-bloods and mortals!

Age guidance 8+

With book by Dennis Kelly, music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and directed by Matthew Warchus, Matilda is the story of an extraordinary little girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.

Winner of over 100 international awards, including 24 for Best Musical, the "unique and unforgettable" (Rolling Stone) global phenomenon Matilda has now delighted over 12 million audiences worldwide.

Mirror, mirror, on the wall, don't miss the fairest panto of them all!
Add a touch of fairytale sparkle to your festive season at the Alhambra Theatre with this year’s magical pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs!
Starring Yorkshire panto legend Billy Pearce, this glittering treat will be packed full of all the traditional panto ingredients you know and love. Throw in a magical mirror, the magnificent seven and plenty of audience participation and you have the perfect recipe to outwit the Wicked Queen and let love prevail in this spectacular festive treat for all ages.
Book now, or you won't be able to look yourself in the mirror!

Further casting to be announced.

Get ready for non-stop laughs with your favourite Friends.
FRIENDS! The Musical Parody, the hit New York and Las Vegas sensation, is a side-splitting musical comedy packed with iconic moments from all ten seasons of the beloved television series. Featuring an entirely original musical score, the show follows the escapades of the world’s most famous group of twenty-somethings.
From the Producers of Hairspray and the Director of The Full Monty, this humorous take on the beloved TV show blends iconic moments with laugh out loud comedy. Join Rachel, Ross, Monica, Chandler, Joey, and Phoebe - as they navigate love, friendship, and life's ups and downs in 1990's New York City.
Whether you're in a love triangle, trying to make it as an actor, or just can’t quit your day job, you’ll be laughing, crying, and quoting your favourite lines all night long!

Warning: May cause spontaneous PIVOT-ing!
Age guidance 13+

The National Theatre's Olivier Award-winning smash hit comes to Bradford in a highly anticipated tour.
It’s time to change the game. The country that gave the world football has since delivered a painful pattern of loss. The England men’s team has the worst track record for penalties in the world, and manager Gareth Southgate knows he needs to open his mind and face up to the years of hurt to take team and country back to the promised land.
From multi award-winning writer James Graham (Sherwood, BBC) and director Rupert Goold (Patriots, Cold War), this five-star ‘new stage epic’ (Telegraph) tells the uplifting, at times heartbreaking, and ultimately inspiring story of Gareth Southgate’s revolutionary tenure as England manager, in a 'gripping' (The Times) examination of nation and game.

Recommended age 10+ not suitable for children. This show contains strobe lights, bright lights directly focused at the audience and loud noises throughout.

Forget feel good, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is feel great! Experience the drama, passion and excitement as a multi-talented cast of actor-musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story, from his Texas rockabilly beginnings to international stardom and his legendary final performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, before his tragic death at the age of just 22.
Featuring two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written, including That’ll Be The Day, Oh Boy, Rave On, La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, Johnny B. Goode, Raining In My Heart, Everyday, Shout and many many more, this show is just Peggy Sue-perb!

The Royal Shakespeare Company returns to Bradford with a "must-see" (Guardian) new production of Hamlet.
Hamlet’s mother has married his uncle, and at a less than decent interval since the death of his father. As he pulls at the threads of his not-so-happy new family, Hamlet unravels a web of deceit and immorality that leads to the ultimate crisis of conscience.
Fresh from its run in Stratford-upon-Avon, this "scintillating new staging" (Financial Times) of Shakespeare’s famous revenge drama visits the Alhambra Theatre as part of a major national tour.
The stellar creative team is led by multi-award-winning director Rupert Goold whose recent work includes Dear England (National Theatre) and King Charles III (Almeida Theatre).

Parental Guidance - Includes simulated violence, loud noises, flashing lights

The "Greatest British Sitcom of All Time" (Radio Times) is back – this time on stage! Nearly 50 years since it first graced our TV screens, Fawlty Towers is now a brand-new stage play adapted by comedy legend John Cleese and directed by Caroline Jay Ranger.

Fresh from a SOLD-OUT West End season! This laugh-out-loud production was universally acclaimed by every London and national critic, selling out every single performance during its record-breaking West-End run.

Join Basil, Sybil, the delightfully bumbling Major, and an 18-strong cast as they bring to life all your favourite moments from the show’s unforgettable twelve episodes. With sharp wit, chaos, and calamity at every turn, this is the comedy event of the year!

Secure your tickets now and relive the madness of Fawlty Towers live on stage. It’s a staycation you’ll never forget.

Operation Mincemeat is the 2024 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical. It’s London's biggest hit with 77 Five-Star reviews making it the best-reviewed show in West End history. Now also a Tony-nominated Best Musical on Broadway!

The year is 1943 and right now we’re losing the war. Luckily, we’re about to gamble all our futures on a stolen corpse.
Singin’ in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train, Operation Mincemeat is the fast-paced, hilarious and unbelievable true story of the twisted secret mission that won us World War II.
Bursting at the seams with the kind of chaos you couldn’t invent, the question is: how did a dead body, a fake love letter, and - of all people - Ian Fleming come together to wrong-foot Hitler?

All ages welcome - recommended age 5+

The award-winning smash-hit musical The Bodyguard is back! Starring 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) 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 Queen of the Night, So Emotional, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, Run to You, I Have Nothing, Greatest Love Of All, Million Dollar Bill, I Wanna Dance With Somebody and one of the greatest hit songs of all time – I Will Always Love You.

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

Priscilla Queen of the Desert, based on the 1994 Oscar-winning film, is back with a dazzling UK and International tour!
This joyous Broadway and West End hit musical takes you on a hilarious, heart-warming ride as three friends hit the road across the Outback to put on the show of a lifetime. Priscilla Queen of the Desert explores identity, diversity and the journey towards self-acceptance by challenging societal norms as the characters confront prejudice and adversity. It’s a true celebration of the power of love, friendship, unity, being unapologetically yourself and embracing others for who they are.
From the producers of Hairspray, The Full Monty and Shrek, this sparkling musical extravaganza is packed with jaw-dropping dance routines, eye-popping costumes, and an iconic soundtrack full of your favourite 80s and 90s disco and dance anthems, including; Hot Stuff, It's Raining Men, I Will Survive, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Finally and many more. A guaranteed unforgettable night out bursting at the seams with humour and heart!
So, grab your heels, pack the glitter, and get ready to shake your groove thing once again.

Age guidance 12+

Masters of storytelling Northern Ballet bring to the stage the extraordinary story of Anne Lister – better known as Gentleman Jack.
A powerful Yorkshire woman, it was only after her death when her secret diaries were decoded that a truly exceptional life was uncovered. Anne lived, dressed and loved as she desired, not as 19th century society expected her to. With her words dancing across the page, she vividly chronicled her adventures, heartbreaks and triumphs.
Inspiring biographies, novels, a hit TV series and now a ballet, this thrilling production choreographed by Annabelle Lopez Ochoa is performed to new live music by Claire Cowan.

A co-production with Finnish National Ballet.
Age guidance 12+