Performing Arts

The Bradford district is home to a thriving performing arts scene, where landmark venues such as the Alhambra Theatre, St George’s Hall and Bradford Live sit alongside community spaces including Bradford Arts Centre, Ilkley Playhouse and Bingley Arts Centre. Together they offer a rich mix of theatre, live music, comedy, dance and locally produced work throughout the year. From large‑scale touring productions to intimate performances rooted in the district’s creative communities, the programme showcases both emerging and established talent. With strong transport links across West Yorkshire and a growing reputation for high‑quality cultural experiences, the area is an inviting destination for anyone looking to explore performing arts.

Inspiration

Bradford Arts Centre

Bradford Arts Centre is a welcoming creative hub in the city’s historic heart, showcasing bold performance and local culture.
Bingley Little Theatre

Bingley Arts Centre is a fully equipped community theatre that is popular for amateur dramatics, dance, musical productions and other social events. There are bar facilities and car parking.
Ilkley Playhouse

Ilkley Playhouse is dedicated to the presentation of live amateur theatre and other arts activities and welcomes members and visitors to a season of 10 productions per annum, plus many other events over the year.
Bradford Live

Step into the spotlight at Bradford Live—the city’s stunning new live entertainment venue in the beautifully restored former Odeon.
Keighley Playhouse

We stage seven plays per season. Season tickets can be bought (7 for the price of 6) so you can be guaranteed a seat at every production. Our bar is open 30 minutes before curtain up and Tuesdays and Fridays at 8pm outside performance week.

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Johnathon Breckin’s Mind Games

Address

Tapestry Arts, Unit 9 Factory Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD4 9NW

Telephone
01274 200871

hello@tapestryarts.co.uk

Bradford

Johnathan Breckin takes to the stage at Tapestry Arts

Dates

From:
18 Dec 2026
Gordon Buchanan: Lions, Tigers and Bears

Address

Kings Hall and Winter Gardens, Station Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 8HB

Telephone
01274 432000

Ilkley

Due to phenomenal demand, award winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan will hit the road again in 2027, and he's coming to King's Hall, Ilkley.

Dates

From:
10 Mar 2027Open 19:30 -
Jimmy Carr: Killing Jokes

Address

Bradford Live, 1 Thornton Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 2EP

Telephone
0343 310 0026

Bradford

Get ready for a night of razor-sharp comedy as Jimmy Carr brings his brand-new Killing Jokes tour to Bradford Live on Friday 4 February 2028.

Dates

From:
4 Feb 2028Open 19:00 -
Paddy McGuinness: Blast From The Past

Address

Bradford Live, 1 Thornton Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 2EP

Telephone
0343 310 0026

Bradford

Paddy McGuinness brings his new live show to Bradford Live, blending sharp stand-up with a nostalgic look at the TV, music and pop culture that defined a generation.

Dates

From:
30 Oct 2027Open 19:45 -
Sheer Luck Holmes - Murder Mystery

Address

Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1AJ

Telephone
01274 432000

Bradford

The Case of the Floating Fiancée - A laugh out loud Murder Mystery Dinner Show. Get ready for an exhilarating night of mystery and mayhem at the Alhambra Theatre

Dates

From:
18 Mar 2027Open 19:30 -
Sindhu Vee - Swanky

Address

St Georges Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1JT

Telephone
01274 432000

Bradford

Comedian Sindhu Vee is taking her new show Swanky across the UK, stopping off at St. George's Hall.

Dates

From:
25 Feb 2027Open 19:30 -
Winter Ceilidh

Address

NT East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 5EL

Telephone
01535 607075

eastriddlesden@nationaltrust.org.uk

Keighley

Join the Ceilidh at East Riddlesden Hall

Dates

From:
20 Nov 2026Open 19:00 - 23:00
Fatiha El-Ghorri: Cockney Stacking Doll (clean)

Address

Studio Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1AJ

Telephone
01274 432000

Bradford

BRUV. The break-out star of Taskmaster and Mr Bigstuff is only embarking on her first ever stand-up tour, isn’t she?! And she's coming to the Studio Theatre

Dates

From:
12 Dec 2026Open 15:00 -
Tom Houghton: How the Mighty

Address

Studio Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1AJ

Telephone
01274 432000

Bradford

Comedian Tom Houghton comes to the Studio Theatre

Dates

From:
23 Feb 2028Open 19:30 -
The Great Baldini: The Family Magic Show

Address

Bingley Arts Centre, Main Street, Bingley, West Yorkshire, BD16 2LZ

Telephone
01274 567983

Bingley

The legendary magician the Great Baldini comes to Bingley Arts Centre

Dates

From:
2 May 2027Open 14:00 -
Milk Club Comedy

Address

Bingley Arts Centre, Main Street, Bingley, West Yorkshire, BD16 2LZ

Telephone
01274 567983

Bingley

Bring Your Baby, Lose Your Mind (In a Good Way): Milk Club Comedy comes to Bingley Arts Centre!

Dates

From:
8 Jan 2027Open 10:00 -
Stories - The Tap Dance Sensation

Address

Bradford Live, 1 Thornton Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 2EP

Telephone
0343 310 0026

Bradford

Urban jazz, tap and percussion combine at Bradford Live in a dynamic show about a frustrated actor and a bitter director.

Dates

From:
8 Nov 2026Open 19:30 -
Jingle Balls

Address

St Georges Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1JT

Telephone
01274 432000

Bradford

Stars of Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK Divina De Campo and Veronica Green unite in this “Camp As Christmas” homage to the most wonderful time of the year at St George's Hall.

Dates

From:
18 Dec 2027Open 19:30 -
Anthony Lo Giudice: Se Gæst | The Guest

Address

Bradford Arts Centre, St Peters House, 1 Forster Square, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4TY

Telephone
01274 303340

Bradford

Join us at Bradford Arts Centre for Se Gæst |The Guest, a work which examines who we are, where we come from, and where we are going as a group of people who currently call England home today.

Dates

From:
28 Nov 2026Open 19:30 -
Neil Brand's 'Kings of Silent Comedy'

Address

Kings Hall and Winter Gardens, Station Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 8HB

Telephone
01274 432000

Ilkley

In this interactive performance at King's Hall, Neil Brand shines a light on the monumental figures of silent comedy.

Dates

From:
18 May 2027Open 19:30 -
Murder Trial Tonight V: Death In The Family

Address

Bradford Live, 1 Thornton Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 2EP

Telephone
0343 310 0026

Bradford

Murder Trial Tonight V: Death in the Family brings a chilling true story that shocked the world to Bradford Live.

Dates

From:
19 Mar 2027Open 19:30 -
Tease!

Address

St Georges Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1JT

Telephone
01274 432000

Bradford

Step into the World of Tease at St. George's Hall and enjoy the ultimate burlesque and cabaret experience where sensuality and unadulterated fun collide to create an unforgettable evening.

Dates

From:
18 Mar 2027Open 19:30 -
Sophie McCartney - Queenage Dirtbag

Address

St Georges Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1JT

Telephone
01274 432000

Bradford

Comedian and author Sophie McCartney comes to St. George's Hall.

Dates

From:
29 Jan 2028Open 19:30 -
Dave Rawson’s Comedy Hypnosis Show

Address

Bingley Arts Centre, Main Street, Bingley, West Yorkshire, BD16 2LZ

Telephone
01274 567983

Bingley

Join professional Comedy Hypnotist and Magician Dave Rawson for a night of unforgettable entertainment at Bingley Little Theatre

Dates

From:
20 Mar 2027Open 20:00 -
Myra Dubois - Siren

Address

St Georges Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1JT

Telephone
01274 432000

Bradford

Siren is Myra Dubois' brand new show, and her most spectacular yet - and she's bringing it to St. George's Hall.

Dates

From:
17 Apr 2027Open 19:30 -