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7.30pm A talk by Bryan Harkness The Calderdale Industrial Museum Association talk for May is all about "Edward Crossley's Two Very Famous Telescopes". Edward Crossley took over the running of the family carpet business at only age 27. Edward though had been interested in astronomy from a very young age. It was a very serious

7.30pm Join us for the world’s greatest celebration of the life and work of one of the best-selling singer-songwriters of all-time, Neil Diamond. Using evocative imagery, video and narration to enhance the magic, this acclaimed production will take you on a musical journey through Neil Diamond’s glittering 50-year career. In this exciting live show you’ll

7.30pm Killer Queen have been performing their tribute to Queen's concert since 1993. Their expert musicianship, extraordinary energy and accurate portrayal of the world's greatest live band have rightfully earned Killer Queen the title of Queen tribute royalty. Thrilling sell-out audiences across the globe from the UK to Moscow, Killer Queen recreates the high energy,

10am - 4pm We are delighted to invite master stained glass craftsman Keith Kemp back to the museum after his very interesting sessions in January. On Saturdays 13th and 20th May, he will be demonstrating How to Make a Stained Glass Window. Keith has been making stained glass panels for 39 years, mainly new commissions and repairs

8pm Recommended age:16+ All New Material for 2022/23 Star of the UK’s most streamed Netflix comedy special of 2021, Jimmy is back on the road and back at the Victoria Theatre Halifax with brand new material for 2023. Jimmy’s show contains jokes about all kinds of terrible things. Terrible things that might have affected you or

Canterbury-based UK singer-songwriter Luke Jackson has been playing live and recording for over 10 years now, steadily developing an enviable reputation for himself in the folk, roots, Americana and acoustic circuits. Between his debut album, 2012’s More Than Boys – produced by the acclaimed Welsh singer-songwriter Martyn Joseph – through to his latest release in 2022 –

Friday 19th & Saturday 20th May, 7.30pm (& 2.30pm Saturday Matinee) After an altercation between their sons, two sets of parents meet to discuss how best to deal with the repercussions of their conflict and soon end up confronting issues in their own lives and relationships. In this Tony and Olivier Award Winning Play, we

7.30pm When the Searchers announced the end of their touring years in 2018, they left behind them a legion of devoted fans and supporters who were shocked and saddened that they would no longer be able to enjoy the concerts and the music that over six decades had become such an important part of their

1:30pm & 4:00pm THE TWIRLYWOOS ARE BACK FOR A GREAT BIG ADVENTURE! Join Great BigHoo, Toodloo, Chickedy, Chick and their friends as they discover the wonderful world around us! Expect mischief, music and plenty of surprises as they set sail in their big red boat. The funny, loveable Twirlywoos are brought to life on stage

27th May - 8th July 2023 A new exhibition featuring the amazing wood carvings of Anthony Griffiths. Entry to the exhibition is included in the general entrance fee to the museum. All are welcome. Admission Adults £5 Concessions £4 Accompanied children enter free.   Accessibility Information; Access is to the side of the Museum via our

Establishing themselves as a key player not only in Leeds’ ever-evolving, endlessly exciting music scene, but in the modern-day hard rock movement, Wolforna are a four-piece on an impressive trajectory. And they’re back in Halifax to celebrate the release of their punchy, brand-new single, ‘Break You’. After originally forming as an acoustic trio in 2019,

Multi-media event featuring talks, music and film around a theme of 'deep topography' and addressing local history, geography, folklore and psychogeography. Presenters include Richard Skelton, Gareth Rees, Kelly Starling, John Billingsley, Emily Oldfield, John McMahon, Niktya Mohammadi, Mark Williamson (Spaceship), harry Wheeler, and dbh. Tickets £30 from The Bookcase, Hebden Bridge; The Centre for Folklore,