Candlelight storytelling returns to Shakespeare North Playhouse this Halloween. A hauntingly evening of ghostly tales, beautifully told.
From £15.00
A thrilling new dance work by Hofesh Shechter. Dive headfirst into the world of fantasy and the subconscious.
From £13.00
One of the oldest literature festivals in the country, Lancaster Literature Festival, or Litfest to its friends, has been bringing an exciting and varied programme to audiences since 1978.
From £3.00
Laying down dizzying assaults that ricochet between math-rock chaos and primal fury, YHWH Nailgun bring their debut album to The White Hotel.
From £14
A month-long horror extravaganza this October. Nobody does Halloween quite like CULTPLEX.
From £8.00
Opera North bring three productions to The Lowry this November – La Bohème, Susanna and the family-friendly Big Opera Mystery.
From £24.00
London’s The Orchestra (For Now) channel the chaos and thrill of early BCNR – darker, weirder, and completely gripping live.
From £15.07
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Candlelight storytelling returns to Shakespeare North Playhouse this Halloween. A hauntingly evening of ghostly tales, beautifully told.
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