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The Playhouse is conveniently located in the centre of Ilkley and has a well established season of productions. The Playhouse is also used as a venue for events throughout the year, including the popular Ilkley Literature Festival.

The theatre has been presented with a blue plaque from Ilkley Civic Society, unveiled by the actor Timothy West, putting the building on the town tourist trail.

There are two performance spaces within the theatre building: the Wharfeside Theatre, a traditional stage with auditorium seating and the Wildman Studio, a flexible space with no fixed seating.

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Events

Thursday, 7th November 2024 - Saturday, 16th November 2024

The HerdThe HerdThis amateur production is presented by arrangement with Nick Hern Books at the Ilkley Playhouse.
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Friday, 22nd November 2024 - Friday, 22nd November 2024

Stony JazzStony JazzStony Jazz, performing at Ilkley Playhouse, a talented quintet playing classics from the Great American Songbook.
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Thursday, 5th December 2024 - Saturday, 14th December 2024

Bleak ExpectationsBleak ExpectationsThis amateur production is presented by arrangement with Nick Hern Books at the Ilkley Playhouse.
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Saturday, 11th January 2025 - Sunday, 12th January 2025

AladdinAladdinAudience-friendly adaptation of the much-loved story of Aladdin at the Ilkley Playhouse.
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Thursday, 16th January 2025 - Saturday, 25th January 2025

The TrialsThe TrialsThis amateur production is presented by arrangement with Nick Hern Books at the Ilkley Playhouse. Recommended for ages 12+
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Friday, 31st January 2025 - Friday, 31st January 2025

Shout Out to the 60sShout Out to the SixtiesGet ready to step inside the fabulous music of the 1960s where we celebrate some of the best icons of the decade at the Ilkley Playhouse.
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Saturday, 1st February 2025 - Saturday, 1st February 2025

Fire & RainFire & Rain'Fire & Rain’ performing at the Ilkley Playhouse a unique music experience featuring six talented musicians from the North of England.
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Friday, 7th February 2025 - Friday, 7th February 2025

Jon Palmer Acoustic BandJon Palmer Acoustic BandThe award-winning Jon Palmer Acoustic Band are making a welcome return to Ilkley Playhouse.
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Saturday, 8th February 2025 - Saturday, 8th February 2025

Saturday, 29th March 2025 - Saturday, 29th March 2025

Saturday, 24th May 2025 - Saturday, 24th May 2025

Saturday, 19th July 2025 - Saturday, 19th July 2025

Stagefright Comedy ClubStagefright Comedy ClubLive stand-up on stage at the Ilkley Playhouse. Strictly 16+ Acts TBC.
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Tuesday, 18th February 2025 - Saturday, 22nd February 2025

DaughterhoodDaughterhoodA funny, honest, ferocious play at the Ilkley Playhouse, about the bonds that tie us, and how we sometimes need to break them.
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Thursday, 13th March 2025 - Saturday, 22nd March 2025

The Merry Wives of WindsorThe Merry Wives of WindsorThere 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 ‘in love’.  
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Friday, 4th April 2025 - Friday, 4th April 2025

The Art of Simon The Art of SimonThe Art of Simon, are once again, set to return to The Wildman studio at Ilkley Playhouse.
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Saturday, 5th April 2025 - Saturday, 5th April 2025

The Yorkshire Gypsy Swing CollectiveThe Yorkshire Gypsy Swing CollectiveThe Yorkshire Gypsy Swing Collective! feature some of the region’s hottest gypsy jazz and swing players live at the Ilkley Playhouse.
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Thursday, 24th April 2025 - Saturday, 3rd May 2025

Mary ShellyMary ShellyHelen Edmundson's compelling play explores a key period in the early life of Mary Shelley at Ilkley Palyhouse.
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Monday, 12th May 2025 - Saturday, 17th May 2025

BrontëBrontëProduction presented at the Ilkley Palyhouse, in a collision of dreams, imaginings and memories, playwright Polly Teale shows how three great writers emerged.
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Thursday, 19th June 2025 - Saturday, 28th June 2025

Labour of LoveLabour of LoveA witty and engaging play that takes audiences on a captivating journey through two decades of British politics at the Ilkley Playhouse
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Friday, 4th July 2025 - Friday, 4th July 2025

The Rob Dylan BandThe Rob Dylan BandThe Rob Dylan Band, the UK’s greatest tribute to the music of Bob Dylan, playing at the Ilkley Playhouse.
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Saturday, 5th July 2025 - Saturday, 5th July 2025

A Night of the StarsA Night of the StarsExperience the unforgettable sounds of Shirley Bassey, Barbara Streisand, and Adele at the Ilkley Playhouse - a celebration of music like no other!
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Monday, 7th July 2025 - Saturday, 12th July 2025

The RiverThe RiverExperience the hauntingly beautiful world of "The River" at The Wildman in Ilkley Playhouse
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Friday, 18th July 2025 - Friday, 18th July 2025

Fleetwood ShackFleetwood ShackFleetwood Shack back by popular demand at the Ilkley Playhouse, ready to take you on a musical adventure with the best of Fleetwood Mac!
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Friday, 25th July 2025 - Friday, 25th July 2025

A band playingVoodoo RoomA tribute to classic rock at the Ilkley Playhouse.
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Friday, 21st November 2025 - Friday, 21st November 2025

A band playingGaelforceGaelforce return to Ilkley Playhouse.
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Facilities

Catering

  • On-site light refreshments

Map & Directions

Ilkley Playhouse

Type:Theatre

Weston Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 8DW
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Tel01943 609539

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