Northern Broadsides Theatre Company

27/08/2026

Today is Kassie Jones' final day at Northern Broadsides in her role as Production and Administration Assistant 🥺

BUT all is not lost! We're delighted that Kassie will be continuing to work with Park Youth Theatre as Youth Theatre Assistant and Producer.

We’re so grateful for everything Kassie has brought to the company during her time with us. She really has done it all – from managing minibus travel at a nature reserve, to puppeteering in front of 1,400 people on the grounds of Eureka; from dishing up a communal meal on a rainy night in Halifax, to taking 13 young people on their very first theatre trip… she’s an absolute STAR! ⭐

We’re going to miss having her around, but we’re so pleased she’ll still be part of the Broadsides family through Park Youth Theatre.

📸 Robling Photography

04/08/2026

NEW BLOG: Back on the road and looking ahead!

Executive Director and Joint CEO Ruth Cooke talks about Northern Broadsides’ return to touring, its deepening community work, and future plans for the company.

"I count myself as a loyal Broadsides audience member, as well as one of its employees, and remain committed to delivering that honest, authentic performance style that I and other Broadsides audiences have always loved and responded to."

Read all about it 👇
https://www.northern-broadsides.co.uk/back-on-the-road-and-looking-ahead/

04/08/2026

We stand in solidarity with Calderdale Valley of Sanctuary following this deeply disappointing decision.

Through our work with St. Augustine's Centre Halifax on The Writer’s Refuge writing and poetry sessions, we’ve seen first-hand the creativity and stories that people seeking sanctuary bring to our community, and the importance of offering a warm welcome.

Our Commitment Remains Unchanged!

Yesterday, Calderdale Council voted to withdraw from the Local Authority of Sanctuary scheme. While we are disappointed by this decision, it does not define Calderdale, nor change who we are or what we stand for.

For us, Sanctuary is not a title or a badge. It is a shared commitment and a promise. It is the everyday acts of welcome shown by our members, volunteers, schools, faith communities, businesses, charities, public services and neighbours who choose kindness every day.

We are proud as part of City of Sanctuary movement. As an independent charity, we will continue working with our partners across Calderdale to build bridges, strengthen communities and ensure that people seeking sanctuary feel welcomed and valued.

We would also like to thank everyone who contacted their local councillors, and the councillors who spoke up and voted against the Motion. Your support means so much to us.

Our commitment remains unchanged. We will continue to:

Welcome with compassion
Celebrate the contribution of people seeking sanctuary
Grow the Sanctuary movement
Equip and inspire others

Supporting people who need our help is the right thing to do. ⁣It should be something we’re proud of. Together, we can continue to show that the true spirit of Calderdale is one of kindness, compassion and welcome ❤️

Visit our website to read the full response from Calderdale Valley of Sanctuary
To get more information, please contact us - [email protected]

01/08/2026

Today is Yorkshire Day! 🥳

So here’s a throwback to one of our favourite moments during our tour of As You Like It in 2022 🤭⬇️

One Shakespeare fan asks for a refund due to northern voices in York Theatre Royal's As You Like It.

29/07/2026

We've received some fantastic reflections from the younger members of Park Youth Theatre at the end of their latest term:

"Before I started I wasn't as brave, but now I talk more and are more comfortable with the people around me"

"I feel confident here because I now don't have stage fright"

"It helps us to perform in front of anyone"

"It helps us to work as a team"

"I express my emotions by doing what I love"

Watching young people grow in confidence and find their voice is what it's all about. We're incredibly proud of them all.

Made possible by funding from Community Foundation for Calderdale and the Sir George Martin Trust.

https://www.northern-broadsides.co.uk/park-youth-theatre/
📸 Robling Photography

28/07/2026

Congratulations to our founder Barrie Rutter OBE, who has received an honorary doctorate from the University of West London, recognising his services to theatre.

The founder of a Halifax theatre company has received a prestigious award.

23/07/2026

You there! Ever wanted to work on a Northern Broadsides show?

We create bold, accessible shows celebrating the diversity of Northern identity, and deliver inspiring creative engagement programmes. Take a swipe through some of our recent production highlights, then apply to be our SENIOR PRODUCER!

⏳ Deadline for applications: Monday 3 August 2026
https://www.northern-broadsides.co.uk/opportunities/

📸 Photos by Andrew Billington

14/07/2026

Park Youth Theatre enjoyed a wonderful Bollywood workshop! 💃

We were joined by British Youth Music Theatre to learn more about Bollywood Rose, a new musical, and take part in a workshop led by brilliant choreographer, Ash Mukherjee.

Participants from both age groups learned material from the musical and developed their skills in acting, singing and dancing.

One participant said:
“I loved playing different characters and learning the moves!”

Find out more about Park Youth Theatre at northern-broadsides.co.uk/park-youth-theatre

Funded by Community Foundation for Calderdale and the Sir George Martin Trust.

03/07/2026

We are looking to welcome a Senior Producer to join our small, friendly team! 📣

This is a part-time role with hours to be worked flexibly across the year, but with a focused period to include producing our spring touring production.

📆 Fixed term, September 2026 - June 2027 (there will be an opportunity for review and a permanent position)
💰 £40,000 pro rata (PAYE, includes NI & 8% pension contribution)
📍 Hybrid with minimum one day per month in Halifax
⏳ Deadline to apply: Monday 3 August 2026

Find out more ⬇️
https://www.northern-broadsides.co.uk/opportunities/

📸 by Ricardo Vilela

01/07/2026

New here? Hello! We’re Northern Broadsides 👋

We’re a theatre company from Halifax, West Yorkshire, making bold, exciting shows that celebrate Northern stories and voices. We care about making classic texts accessible to everyone - sometimes that’s as simple as hearing a play in your own accent for the first time, or seeing yourself represented on stage.

We're passionate about making theatre open and welcoming to all. We support young creatives through our playwriting programme Life in a Northern Town, run Park Youth Theatre in Halifax, and create spaces for people to share their stories through poetry and writing projects like The Writer’s Refuge.

We’re all about great stories, new voices and bringing people together through theatre 💙