Lawrence Batley Theatre

31/01/2023

imitating the dog's Macbeth - In rehearsals

Som**hing wicked this way comes...

Imitating the dog are in their final week of rehearsals for their daring retelling of Macbeth which comes to ours in May. Check out this behind the scenes footage from the rehearsal room!

Fusing live action with video technology, Imitating the dog are putting their unique spin on Shakespeare’s classic tale of betrayal, ambition, power and destiny

Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3XOV96E to find out more about the production and book.

31/01/2023

Ladies That Dig - Teaser Trailer

🪴 Ladies That Dig is a hilarious and moving comedy-drama about the great outdoors and the women who enjoy it.

Brought to you by the creative team behind 2020's Ladies That Bus, Ladies That Dig is collected from real local interviews to create a fertile blend of live music, comedy, and true tales from women who aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty.

Ladies That Dig will be in Huddersfield on Fri 24 February.
Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZPmjM5 to find out more and book.

29/01/2023

🔎 A murder mystery that will take all of your sense and sensibilities to solve is coming to Huddersfield!

Returning to Lawrence Batley Theatre after a sold out 2022 show, join acclaimed mystery maestros Highly Suspect on Sat 25 February for a hilarious, interactive murder mystery event, inspired by the world renowned writer Jane Austen, which is up to you to solve!

Head to our website to find out more and to book 👉 https://bit.ly/3XH5KAl

28/01/2023

Opera North Little Listeners: Mini V***n - Trailer

🦊 Join Opera North on Sat 11 February for a fun, family-friendly adventure into the forest and experience the magic of opera, storytelling and music.

This interactive and relaxed afternoon perfect for all ages will include craft activities and a performance led by a cast of professional opera singers and musicians based on the music and story of Janáček’s opera The Cunning Little V***n. Singing and moving around is encouraged!

🎟 Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3Jfm0nM to book.

27/01/2023

🙌 IT'S PAY DAY WEEKEND! 🙌

The million days of January are almost over and it's finally time to treat yourself - and what better way to put a smile on your face than some stand-up comedy!

We have some of the UK's top comedians bringing their tours to ours this year including Josie Long, Hal Cruttenden, Chris McCausland - On tour until May, Eshaan Akbar and many more.

Fancy a laugh? Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3XqEohO to see the comedy we have coming up.

26/01/2023

One of the greatest poets of modern times Linton Kwesi Johnson is coming to ours on Sat 1 April as part of Huddersfield Literature Festival. This is sure to be a night to remember.
Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/3DdBZiq

26/01/2023

💥 Join master of magic Darren Mac and maker of mischief Andy Floss in The Gasps & Giggles Show for an afternoon filled with magic, comedy, fun and games!

Coming to Huddersfield on Sun 12 February, grab your tickets now 👉 https://bit.ly/3J6MqrT

Dazzling Darren - Children's Magic & Entertainment High Jinx Magic

25/01/2023

👀 Check out these INCREDIBLE behind the scenes shots of Imitating the dog in rehearsals for their upcoming production of Macbeth.

The company are fusing together live action with innovative video technology for a daring retelling of Shakespeare's tragedy. Shakespeare’s original language will collide with startling new scenes, stunning visuals, and a powder-keg intensity to create a neon noir thriller full of imitating the dog's "breathtakingly inventive" (The Times) style of storytelling.

Macbeth will be in Huddersfield from Wed 3 - Sat 6 May.
Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZYZzJp to find out more and get your tickets.

24/01/2023

An Evening Without Kate Bush - Trailer

📣 CALLING ALL KATE BUSH FANS!

Smash-hit cabaret-style homage, An Evening Without Kate Bush, pays glorious tribute to the music, fans, and mythology of one of the most influential voices in British music. Whether you've been a fan for decades or recently discovered her through Stranger Things, there's never been a better time to release your inner Bush and celebrate at this joyful, unique and mind-blowing show.

TICKETS ARE SELLING FAST! Experience An Evening Without Kate Bush on Wed 15 February.
🎟 Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3QRE0Gz to book.

23/01/2023

💫 It’s Ally’s 21st birthday. It’s time to down your drink, get on the dance floor and go ‘out out’ with best friend Pip.

As the night descends into a haze of expectations vs. reality will it be game over for Ally, or should she just stop playing?

, the brand new production from our Resident Company and friends at Dark Horse Theatre UK, is coming to our main stage from Wed 22 - Thu 23 February.

Visit our website to find out more and to book 👉 https://bit.ly/3CYh16T

22/01/2023

Looking to try som**hing new in 2023? Join us from Thu 9 - Fri 10 February for Cinderella - The Opera, a breath-takingly beautiful retelling of the classic fairytale.

Filled with rich songs, soaring vocals and a lot of laughter and smiles, at 75 minutes long Cinderella - The Opera is the perfect introduction to opera for all ages.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The entire show is a treat" - The Stage
⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The best 75 minutes I’ve spent in ages” - The Guardian

Cinderella - The Opera | Thu 9 - Fri 10 February
🎟️ 👉 https://bit.ly/3GSESHz

21/01/2023

📣 Only a few places left in the Circus Skills workshop from High Jinx Magic! 🎪

Perfect for budding magicians and performers, in this exciting workshop master some classic magic tricks, have a go at spinning plates, learn how to juggle and so much more. Happening on Sat 28 January, suitable for young people aged 10+.

Looking to join us for a High Jinx show this half term? Book the Circus Skills workshop plus one of the High Jinx's show at the same time and save £7*!

Circus Skills with High Jinx | Sat 28 January

Head to our website to find out more and to book 👉 https://bit.ly/3k6GowJ

*Tickets must be purchased at the same time. Discount of £7 automatically applied at checkout. Offer not available in retrospect.

20/01/2023

🎊 Gather up your little movers, shakers, ravers and disco queens for Dinky Disco, the best daytime dance party in Huddersfield!

On Fri 27 January, take part in some simple dance activities led by us or bust your own moves with lights, glow sticks and other sensory toys as our resident DJ spins tracks specially chosen to be enjoyed by little tapping toes and to also get their big people grooving (sorry, no ‘Baby Shark’ here!).

Dinky Disco | Fri 27 January
🎟️ Book now 👉 https://bit.ly/3CDlyvr

19/01/2023

Jesus, Jane, Mother & Me - Trailer

🙏 Two weeks to go until the award-winning, five star drama Jesus, Jane, Mother & Me is back in Huddersfield for three nights only!

Darkly funny, visceral, full of Northern grit (and the songs of a certain Yorkshire songstress!), Jesus, Jane, Mother & Me is a twisted coming of-age-story that explores family dynamics, who our idols are and just how hard life can be when you’re a little bit different.

See Jesus, Jane, Mother & Me from Thu 2 - Sat 4 February.
🎟 Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3IsVJlo to get your tickets.

18/01/2023

🎤 Attic Stories returns for 2023! On Mon 30 January, join award-winning poet Rose Condo as she hosts Huddersfield’s monthly night of spoken word.

This month featuring special guest performer Dominic Berry plus open mic - sign up on the door!

Attic Stories | Mon 30 January
Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/3XWrZCj

17/01/2023

Northern Ballet: Ugly Duckling - Trailer

🩰 🐣 As seen on CBeebies, Northern Ballet ’s sell-out ballets for children are not to be missed. Their hugely popular retelling of Ugly Duckling is returning to the stage this spring and will be waddling it's way to Huddersfield on Sun 19 February.

Bringing the famous Hans Christian Andersen fairytale to life, Ugly Duckling is the perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre for the first time.

🎟 Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3iIeDuk to book.

16/01/2023

🎷 Get ready to be transported back to the Rat Pack heyday on Sat 11 February as the 16 piece Leeds based The Northern Swing Orchestra return with their Rat Pack and Big Band show.

Featuring the songs of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jnr. along with some classic Count Basie tunes, expect to hear timeless Rat Pack songs such as The Lady Is A Tramp, Me and My Shadow and Ain’t That A Kick In The Head and many more.

🎟 Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3H7YYxG to get your tickets.

14/01/2023

👞 👔 There’s less than one week to go until The Smartest Giant in Town comes to Huddersfield! ✨

An hour long show, packed with plenty of sing-a-long songs and lots of family fun. Based on the bestselling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

The Smartest Giant in Town | Thu 19 - Sat 21 January
🎟️ Book now 👉 https://bit.ly/3zwYrBm

13/01/2023

Bathtime for Britain - Trailer

🛁 Two weeks to go until q***r cabaret legend Dr Adam Perchard brings their dazzling show Bathtime for Britain to Huddersfield!

Shake off those January blues with this wild night on the tiles for all party-lovers, pop-enthusiasts, theatre luvvies, comedy connoisseurs and members of the LGBT+ rainbow family. Featuring the music of David Bowie, Kate Bush, Queen and Whitney, belly laughs, booming vocals, and Liberace-level costumery.

Join Dr Adam on Fri 27 January.
🎟 Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3uQM3ta to find out more and book.

12/01/2023

🎪 Know a young person obsessed with magic? Or a budding performer looking to learn some circus skills?

On Sat 28 January, join the incredible High Jinx Magic for an exciting workshop of circus skills and magic where you'll learn to juggle, make juggling balls and learn some magic tricks to take away. Suitable for young people aged 10+.

Visit our website to find out more and to book 👉 https://bit.ly/3k6GowJ

12/01/2023

NEW SHOW ON SALE!

We're proud to continue to be a standout venue for showcasing high profile contemporary dance here in Yorkshire and in April we'll be bringing another incredible dance company to Huddersfield.

Following a decade of creating dance for stage and screen, the cutting-edge IMPERMANENCE present VENUS, an eclectic, politically charged collection of four brand new pieces which will be performed by some of the most exciting dancers working in the UK.

Experience VENUS on Thu 20 April. Tickets on sale now!
🎟 Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3Qu37PH to book.

11/01/2023

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The entire show is a treat" - The Stage

After performing to sell-out audiences at Buxton International Festival in 2021, Cinderella - The Opera is coming to Huddersfield from Thu 9 - Fri 10 February!

At 75 minutes long, Cinderella - The Opera is a great introduction to opera for families of all ages. Expect rich songs, soaring vocals and a lot of laughter and smiles.

Cinderella - The Opera | Thu 9 - Fri 10 February
🎟️ Book now 👉 https://bit.ly/3GSESHz

10/01/2023

Wasteland Tour - Gary Clarke Company

🕺 We're looking for 4 ‘Pit Men Singers’ to be part of Gary Clarke Company's Wasteland.

If you're over 40, identify as male, and are currently a member of a community choir or singing group, head to the link below for details on how to apply. 👇

WASTELAND is the sequel to the multi-award winning production of COAL by Gary Clarke Company.

10/01/2023

💫 The best daytime dance party in town, Dinky Disco, is back for 2023! ✨

On Fri 27 January, catch our resident DJ spinning tracks specially chosen to get your little movers, shakers, ravers and disco queens dancing as well as getting you big people grooving too!

Take part in some simple dance activities led by us or bust your own moves with lights, glow sticks and other sensory toys in the club-like atmosphere of the Cellar Theatre.

Dinky Disco | Fri 27 January
🎟️ Book now 👉 https://bit.ly/3CDlyvr

09/01/2023

Our friends the Huddersfield Light Opera Company's annual pantomime is currently in full swing on our main stage. Check out these fab images from Dick Whittington.

If you're looking for a fun-filled trip to the theatre to kick start your year, this one's perfect for all the family! Performances are running until Sat 14 January.

🎟 Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3j2uGD3 to book.

08/01/2023

🎉 Join us on Thu 19 January for the first Comedy Cellar of 2023! Our monthly comedy night is back with a bang and another top line-up of stand-up.

Joining us will be Scott Bennett Comedian who has supported Jason Manford and John Bishop on tour and recently appeared on BBC's Live At The Apollo, and Kate Martin, a finalist of the Funny Women Stage Awards 2022.

🎟 Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3IoY1Ci to get your tickets!

07/01/2023

✨ COMPETITION TIME! ✨

👞 👔 Celebrating 20 years of The Smartest Giant in Town, the heart-warming tale about friendship and helping those in need is coming to Huddersfield in a musical, puppet-filled adventure from Thu 19 - Sat 21 January!

We’re giving away one family ticket (maximum of 4 tickets) to the show that brings the bestselling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler to life on stage along with a paperback of the much-loved book.

To enter, just like and share this post and comment below letting us know one item of giant clothing that George buys from the new shop in town. Good luck!

The winner will be announced on Wed 11 January and contacted to confirm which show they’d like to attend. Visit our website to find out more about the show 👉 https://bit.ly/3zwYrBm

06/01/2023

📣 Extra date added due to popular demand 🚨

The “master of one-liners” (One4Review) Mark Simmons will be bringing his brand-new show, Quip Off The Mark, to us for an extra date on Sun 21 May and tickets are on sale now!

This year Mark’s parents have sold the house he grew up in and has to collect his box of stuff from the loft. Come discover what’s in the box in this top-level one-liner show structured in a way you’ve never seen before.

Mark Simmons, as seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV, coming to Huddersfield on Sat 20 May (SOLD OUT) and Sun 21 May.

Don’t miss out on the one-liner show with a difference. Book now 👉 https://bit.ly/3DEBcru

06/01/2023

Comedian Hal Cruttenden on finding the humour in divorce | 5 News

Comedian Hal Cruttenden appeared on Channel 5 News this week to talk about his new stand-up tour It's Best You Hear It From Me which comes to Huddersfield on Fri 3 March.

Check out the clip below and visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3jXsQ6G to get your tickets!

► Have you subscribed to 5 News?: http://bit.ly/5NewsSub ► Stand up comedian Hal Cruttenden is back on tour after his roaring successes at the Edinburgh Frin...

05/01/2023

🎁 We want to say a big thank you to everyone who supported our Christmas Heroes appeal in 2022.

We were blown away by the generosity from so many of you. With more than 400 people giving the gift of theatre, we absolutely smashed our target and raised over £9,000, allowing us to invite so many local children and their families to experience the absolute joy of pantomime.

See what some our attendees said when, because of the support received, they joined us for our pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk 👇👇👇

“It was our first pantomime in our life but it is love at first sight. Thank you for the children's happiness and for this magic!” - 2022 attendee

“Our son enjoyed himself so much, it was his first pantomime. He was asking to go again the next day!!” - 2022 attendee

“The families had such a lovely time and it was great to see the children and parents enjoying spending time together." - 2022 attendee

Visit our website to find out more about our annual Christmas Heroes appeal 👉 https://bit.ly/3DM5loF

04/01/2023

🎭 Do you have a creative young person or budding performer in the family or know a young person who is looking to build and develop their performance and creative skills?

Our Young Company offers young people aged 6-16 a fun and exciting home to be creative and the opportunity to learn from passionate and professional theatre practitioners.

Visit our website to find out more and to sign up today 👉 https://bit.ly/3UKN5Bj

Registration for our Young Company spring term is now open until Fri 6 January.

04/01/2023

⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolutely lovely” - Time Out

On Thu 19 - Sat 21 January, see the bestselling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, The Smartest Giant in Town, come to life on our stage in a musical, puppet-filled adventure.

George wishes he wasn't the scruffiest giant in town. So when he sees a new shop selling giant-sized clothes, he decides it's time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes.

Now he's the smartest giant in town...until he bumps into some animals who desperately need his help - and his clothes!

⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ A delightful musical” - The Reviews Hub
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A family-pleasing belter - short, simple and utterly charming.” - LondonTheatre1

The Smartest Giant in Town | Thu 19 - Sat 21 January
🎟️ 👉 https://bit.ly/3zwYrBm

03/01/2023

🙏 Fresh from an award-winning, five star run at last year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe, next month our co-production with Ketchup Productions and Richard Jordan Productions, Jesus, Jane, Mother & Me, returns home for three nights only.

★★★★★ “Gripping & visceral” - The Stage
★★★★★ "Som**hing pretty much perfect; an unforgettable play" - Three Weeks
★★★★★ “A true tour-de-force performance" - Theatre Weekly
WINNER - Best Solo Performance Edinburgh Fringe 2022 - Theatre Weekly

This twisted coming-of-age story blending pitch black humour and heartache by acclaimed playwright Philip Stokes explores family dynamics, who our idols are and just how hard life can be when you’re a little bit different.

Catch Jesus, Jane, Mother & Me on our main stage from Thu 2 - Sat 4 February.
Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3IsVJlo to find out more and get your tickets.

03/01/2023

The best theatre, dance and comedy tickets to book for 2023

We have not one but TWO shows coming up this year which have been included in The Guardian's best theatre, dance and comedy tickets to book for 2023!

In the theatre category there's Imitating the dog's re-telling of Macbeth which visits us in May.
Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3VHCpnq to find out more.

And in the comedy category there's Josie Long who brings her stand-up tour Re-Enchantment to us in May too!
Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3GaAulW to get your tickets.

Danny Boyle’s Matrix-inspired spectacular opens in Manchester, Succession star Brian Cox returns to the stage and standups Maisie Adam, Guz Khan and Catherine Cohen are on tour

03/01/2023

60 best events to book in 2023: theatre, music, comedy, dance and more

Critics from The Times and The Sunday Times have included Imitating the dog's Macbeth in their 60 best events to book in 2023!

Imitating the dog will be bringing their re-telling of Shakespeare's classic which uses their ground-breaking style of live performance fused with digital technology to Huddersfield in May.

Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3VHCpnq to book.

From Harry Styles and Stormzy to Trevor Noah and Grayson Perry, our critics pick the best cultural events for the year ahead

02/01/2023

✨ We're keeping the festive fun going here at the theatre this month as our good friends the Huddersfield Light Opera Company bring us their annual pantomime.

As with every Huddersfield Light Opera Company panto, Dick Whittington will be filled with laughs, slapstick, spectacular effects, costumes and music. A fun-filled trip to the theatre for all ages!

Join them from Sat 7 - Sat 14 January.
🎟 Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3j2uGD3 to get your tickets.

31/12/2022

🎆 Happy New Year from all of us here at Lawrence Batley Theatre!

30/12/2022

📣 There’s still time to register for our Young Company spring term classes!

Running weekly during term time, Young Company offers creative young people, aged 6-16, a fun and exciting place to build and develop their performance and creative skills.

This term our Young Company classes will take inspiration from the traditional tale, Cinderella, and will work towards creating their own versions.

To find out more about becoming a Young Company member and to sign up to our spring term, visit our website here 👉 https://bit.ly/3UKN5Bj

Registration for our Young Company classes is open until Wed 4 January at 10am.

30/12/2022

We want to say a huge thank you to the Syngenta employees for choosing to support our Christmas Heroes appeal for the sixth year!

As a charity striving to make a difference to people’s lives, our Christmas Heroes appeal helps us to bring the magic of pantomime to children who might otherwise miss out.

Due to their generous support, earlier this month 400 children from the local area were invited to see our panto, Jack and the Beanstalk. Visit our website to find out more about the festive trip 👉 https://bit.ly/3Gpawwm

29/12/2022

🛁 Join us on Fri 27 January for a non-stop parade of big hits, belly laughs, booming vocals, and Liberace-level costumery from q***r cabaret legend Dr Adam Perchard.

When Covid strikes, Dr Adam must leave the dazzle and glamour of life as an international superstar and move back to the family farm in Jersey. But it is here, in their childhood bathroom, that they rediscover themselves – one epic pop hit at a time! In Bathtime For Britain, David Bowie, Kate Bush, Queen and Whitney are among the host of stars given a glow-up in a heart-warming, life-affirming journey through the imagination.

Visit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3uQM3ta to find out more and book.