By Liz Coggins on February 19, 2025
Theatre

After nearly a year of waiting Hamilton has finally arrived and is playing at Bradford’s Alhambra Theatre until mid-March. Declared by many of the audiences that have seen it so far as ‘the best musical they have ever seen’ and ‘the best musical ever’ I wonder just how many musicals they have seen and how […]
By Liz Coggins on February 13, 2025
Dance

Audiences can join one of literature’s most iconic heroines on a journey of resilience, romance and redemption as Northern Ballet’s critically acclaimed Jane Eyre heads to Leeds Grand Theatre this spring from 14 – 22 March. Based on the novel by Charlotte Brontë, Northern Ballet will bring this beautiful love story to life with heart-stirring […]
By Liz Coggins on February 13, 2025
Music

From well-loved chart-topping hits and disco classics, to musical showstoppers, soul and Motown, and Irish jigs; they are turning up the volume on music this March at St George’s Hall, Bradford. Just look at what’s on offer! John Barrowman: Laid Bare Thursday 6 March 2025, 7.30pm Jason Donovan: Doin’ Fine 25 Friday 7 March 2025, […]
By Liz Coggins on February 12, 2025
Family

Pleasure Beach Resort in Blackpool is opening Nickelodeon Land early this year in time for February half term – and it’s one of the first theme parks in the country to do so. From Saturday February 15 to Sunday February 23, guests can grab themselves tickets for the Nickelodeon themed area of the park as […]
By Liz Coggins on February 12, 2025
Film

Following a successful Autumn season in UK and Irish cinemas, The World’s Greatest Stage Musicals is back this Spring, a must-see for theatre lovers of all kinds. Audiences can settle into the comfort of their local cinema to enjoy some of the most acclaimed theatre productions of recent years, brought to life in HD and enhanced by […]
By Liz Coggins on February 10, 2025
Food & Drink

Italians are known for their love of romance so its not surprising that their cuisine makes the perfect cibo dell’ amore. Then why not take a leaf out of their book and go Italian for your Valentine’s or Galentines celebrations at Riva Blu. Riva Blu gives an authentic taste of Southern Italy offering a genuine […]
By Liz Coggins on February 7, 2025
Theatre

Leeds Playhouse will stage the fresh and magical adaptation, by Yorkshire writer Deborah McAndrew, of the timeless classic, A Christmas Carol. This heart-warming production, celebrating the true meaning of Christmas, is being directed by Leeds Playhouse Deputy Artistic Director Amy Leach (Animal Farm, Macbeth, Mr Snow) and will take audiences on a sumptuous, ghostly adventure. Written […]
By Liz Coggins on February 7, 2025
Theatre

Comedy giant Paul Whitehouse is to reprise his West End starring role as the lovable Grandad in the UK and Ireland tour of the smash-hit show Only Fools and Horses: The Musical. Joining Paul on tour will be Sam Lupton as Del Boy and Tom Major, making his professional theatre debut, as Rodney. Direct from […]
By Liz Coggins on February 7, 2025
Travel

The Elmbank Hotel is a 19th century mansion house overlooking the Knavesmire Strays that is now part of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton. A listed building, the hotel has seen many uses in its history from a home to York’s elite to a one time gentlemen’s club and a WW11 Army Officers billet and now […]
By Liz Coggins on February 4, 2025
Family

For parents seeking a stress-free half-term escape, the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway (K&WVR) offers the perfect family day out. Running daily from 15th to 23rd February, this much-loved heritage railway promises a magical journey through Yorkshire’s stunning countryside, with steam and diesel trains operating along the five-mile route between Keighley and Oxenhope. But the […]