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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
Tuesday, 7th February 2023 - Saturday, 11th February 2023
Three MothersSet in present day and post World War 2. The audience is immersed in the personal lives and dilemmas facing three female characters.- more info
Saturday, 18th February 2023 - Saturday, 18th February 2023
Jon Palmer Acoustic BandFollowing a stunning debut performance in 2022, this high energy “folk, roots and rock & roll” 5 or 6 piece band is back- more info
Wednesday, 22nd February 2023 - Wednesday, 29th March 2023
History of Modern Art - A Six Week CourseThis course at Ilkley Playhouse offers a selective introduction to the history of modern art. Eschewing household names, it focuses on major artists who are less well-known.- more info
Thursday, 2nd March 2023 - Saturday, 4th March 2023
(Circle Dreams Around) The Terrible, Terrible PastA piece of brand new, specially commissioned writing, it is a dream play at the Ilkley Playhouse. It explores the expectations that we have of life and the way human existence goes forever on in circles. This play contains some strong language. Advisory age:14+- more info
Wednesday, 8th March 2023 - Wednesday, 8th March 2023
An Evening In Buenos AiresArgentine Tango dancers Celeste Cimino and Luciano Millaqueo will be making an appearance at the Ilkley Playthouse in March in “An Evening in Buenos Aires”.- more info
Thursday, 9th March 2023 - Saturday, 18th March 2023
Saturday, 11th March 2023 - Saturday, 11th March 2023
The Revlon GirlFour women struggle to move on after the Aberfan disaster of 1966. They meet every week to talk, cry and laugh without feeling guilty.- more info
Thursday, 23rd March 2023 - Saturday, 25th March 2023
Flying VisitsAn Ilkley Playhouse Fringe Production. Hilarious and Heartbreaking, this play contains some strong language. Advisory age 14+- more info
Friday, 31st March 2023 - Friday, 31st March 2023
The Roy Orbison ExperienceA celebration of the music of Roy Orbison, with the amazing Oliver Harris at Ilkley Playhouse.- more info
Saturday, 1st April 2023 - Saturday, 1st April 2023
Stagefright Comedy ClubLive stand-up on stage at the Ilkley Playhouse.
Strictly 16+
Acts are subject to change. Refunds only available if the event is cancelled.- more info
Thursday, 20th April 2023 - Saturday, 29th April 2023
Saturday, 22nd April 2023 - Saturday, 22nd April 2023
Nell GwynnAn exhilarating play with music; raunchy, saucy, vulgar, and vibrant. It’s Ilkley on a Saturday night! Or the bawdy streets and royal intrigues of London, 1660.- more info
Monday, 8th May 2023 - Saturday, 13th May 2023
A History of Falling ThingsThis is a truly original play that premiered in April 2009 and there’s a film in the making. Humorous, touching, thought provoking and hugely entertaining, it’s a 21st century love story from one of the country’s finest writers.- more info
Friday, 19th May 2023 - Friday, 19th May 2023
Chris Bannister Performs the Music of John DenverChris will be performing many of John's worldwide hits such as Annie’s Song, Take Me Home Country Roads, Calypso and Leaving On A Jet Plane.- more info
Saturday, 20th May 2023 - Saturday, 20th May 2023
A Night Of The StarsA stylish celebration of music from some of the most legendary artistes of all time. From Shirley Bassey and Tom Jones, Cilla Black and Dusty Springfield, Barbara Streisand, and Elaine Paige right up to Whitney Houston, Celine Dion and many more, each track is handpicked to ‘wow ‘and entertain you.- more info
Friday, 26th May 2023 - Friday, 26th May 2023
Brotherhood Of TroubadoursThree acclaimed singer songwriters share the stage at the Ilkley Playthouse.- more info
Saturday, 27th May 2023 - Saturday, 27th May 2023
Stagefright Comedy ClubLive stand-up on stage at the Ilkley Playhouse.
Strictly 16+
Acts are subject to change. Refunds only available if the event is cancelled.- more info
Thursday, 8th June 2023 - Saturday, 17th June 2023
Saturday, 10th June 2023 - Saturday, 10th June 2023
Blithe SpiritThis is a play which needs no introduction. The sumptuous, witty dialogue of Noel Coward is delivered in a crazy and chaotic set of ghostly circumstances.- more info
Friday, 23rd June 2023 - Friday, 23rd June 2023
Laurel Canyon UnionLaurel Canyon Union + Support - Waiting for Wednesday at the Ilkley Playhouse. The music is inspired by the American West Coast singer-songwriter movement of the 1960s and early 1970s.- more info
Saturday, 24th June 2023 - Saturday, 24th June 2023
Stagefright Comedy ClubLive stand-up on stage at the Ilkley Playhouse.
Strictly 16+
Acts are subject to change. Refunds only available if the event is cancelled.- more info
Thursday, 6th July 2023 - Saturday, 15th July 2023
Saturday, 8th July 2023 - Saturday, 8th July 2023
Facilities
Catering
- On-site light refreshments
