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Ilkley Players Greenroom – National Theatre Connections Festival 2026

The Animals by Sean Buckley | Directed by Lisa Debney, Andrew Leggott & Eliza Wilson

Ilkley Players return for their fourth National Theatre Connections Festival with The Animals, a powerful new play set in a Youth Custody Unit where student teacher Sam introduces Philosophy to resistant young residents. Written by BAFTA‑nominated, Emmy‑winning playwright Sean Buckley (Responsible Child, Skins), the play explores fragile hope, fear of release, and the challenges of education behind bars.

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The Animals

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Ilkley Playhouse, Weston Road, Ilkley, LS29 8HB

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Season (5 Mar 2026 - 7 Mar 2026)
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Thursday - Saturday19:30

* Approx. 60 minutes

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