Of the best
Your guide to events you must not miss this week
1Frankie's
Victoria Theatre, Halifax, Saturday March 11 at 7.30pm
Accompanied by a ive band, the show includes all of the Four Seasons hits including Big Girls Don’t Cry, December 1963 (Oh What A Night), Sherry, Walk Like A Man, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You and Grease.
Tickets: 01422 351158
2
Victoria Theatre, Sunday March 12 at 6pm
Starring Mary Byrne, Jessica Martin, Rebecca Wheatley and Susie Fenwick, the sequel to the smash-hit Menopause the Musical, catches up with the same four characters for tales of their lives, loves and losses as they set off on the high seas.
Tickets: 01422 351158
3
Victoria Theatre, Halifax, Thursday March 16 from 11am
The tours of the Victoria Theatre, delivered by the
Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through Menopause Theatre tours
Friends of the Victoria Theatre, delves into the venue history.
You will also have the opportunity to step onto the stage, learn about how a stage is managed and take a look at the dressing rooms that have housed the stars over the years.
Tours last for 75 minutes. Due to all the steps in this Victorian building, unfortunately the tours are not currently suitable for anyone with mobility issues. Tickets: 01422 351158
4
Bankfield Museum, Halifax, from Saturday March 11 to September Saturday 30. Tuesday to Saturday, daily from 10am to 4pm
The new exhibition examines the style, function, and symbolism of headwear in British society. Showcasing highlights from the museum collection and contemporary examples from Yorkshire milliners, the exhibition traces the evolution of the hat from the bonnet and topper of the
A Hat For All Seasons
19th century to Royal Ascot and catwalk showstoppers of the present day.
Wear your best hat to the museum on Saturday March 11 for celebration of Hat Day, with prizes for the best hat and hat-related activities for all the family.
Tickets: https://museums. calderdale.gov.uk/
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West Yorkshire Scouts County Gang Show Victoria Theatre, Halifax, Thursday March 16 to Saturday March 18, daily at 7.15pm with a matinee on the Saturday at 2pm The West Yorkshire Scouts County Gang Show proudly presents the show with the theme: Protect the Planet! Young people from across the county are ready to entertain you with incredible ensembles and show-stopping musical talent. Guaranteed music and laughter for the whole family.
The West Yorkshire Gang Show is produced and managed by a team of volunteers in scouting.
Tickets: 01422 351158
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Leeds Grand Theatre from now until Saturday March 18 Mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby has a penchant for lavish parties and beautiful women. As the sparkling façade of his world begins to slip, the loneliness, obsession and tragedy that lies beneath is revealed in one of Northern Ballet’s most treasured productions. F Scott Fitzgerald’s classic American novel is brought to life as dancers glide across the floor in gorgeous Chanelinspired costumes.
Tickets: 0113 243 0808