A poster advertising the play, showing a back view of a boy

About

A Children’s Theatre Partnership and Rose Theatre production. Based on the book by Onjali Q. Raúf.

After delighting audiences across the country, the smash-hit, joyful play based on the best-selling novel is a celebration of friendship, kindness and compassion.

There used to be an empty chair at the back of the class, but now a new boy called Ahmet is sitting in it. He’s nine years old (just like me), but he’s very strange. He never talks and never smiles and doesn’t like sweets – not even lemon sherbets, which are my favourite!

After learning that he has fled his own war-torn country, Ahmet’s classmates have ‘The Greatest Idea in the World’ – a magnificent plan to reunite Ahmet with his family. An unexpected and often hilarious adventure follows, all topped off with a terrific twist.

Told from a child’s perspective, balancing heart and humour, The Boy at the Back of the Class highlights the power of good friends and courage in a world that doesn’t always make sense and reminds us that everyone needs a place to call home.

Age guidance - 7+

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Tickets - £19.50 - £29.00
Booking fees included
Ticket prices correct at time of listing, but please check the Bradford Theatres website as they may be subject to change

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The Boy at the Back of the Class

Type:Play

Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1AJ
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Tel01274 432000

Opening Times

Season (19 May 2026 - 23 May 2026)
DayTimes
Tuesday19:00
Wednesday10:30
Thursday14:00
Friday10:30
Saturday14:00

* Please note - there will be second performances of this play on -
Wednesday 20 May at 14:00
Saturday 23 May at 19:00

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