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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.
Book Tickets
Events
Thursday, 8th December 2022 - Saturday, 17th December 2022
Charley's AuntCharley's Aunt - A Victorian farce in two acts at the Ilkley Playhouse. The story centres on Lord Fancourt Babberley, an undergraduate whose friends Jack and Charley persuade him to impersonate the latter's aunt.
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Tuesday, 10th January 2023 - Saturday, 21st January 2023
Guys and DollsGuys and Dolls is a classic and one of the greatest musicals ever written. This production promises a joyous evening of vitality, energy, and pure pleasure.- more info
Friday, 27th January 2023 - Friday, 27th January 2023
The Rob Dylan BandThe 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 of the music of one of the world's greatest songwriters to the Ilkley Playhouse.- more info
Saturday, 28th January 2023 - Saturday, 28th January 2023
Stagefright Comedy ClubLive stand-up on stage at the Ilkley Playhouse. 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 entertainment diary. Strictly 16+
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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
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
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 VisitsFlying Visits is a new play based on the award-winning BBC Radio 4 drama series which has been specially adapted for the Ilkley Playhouse Stage.- 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
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
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
