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The Richard Whiteley Theatre
Named in memory of the iconic Countdown host, we are the cutting-edge arts hub of the Yorkshire Dales. We play host to top quality cinema, music and theatre from across the UK and beyond – whilst also providing a creative space for the fantastic work of our local community.
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Slapstick Picnic
From the creators of The HandleBards comes a fantastically wild(e) new production, ripping up the recipe book and celebrating silliness.
Top Gun: Maverick
Tom Cruise returns as top aviator Pete "Maverick" Mitchell in the long awaited sequel.
The Pirates of Penzance
The award-winning outdoor theatre company Illyria is restaging their much-loved production of The Pirates of Penzance.
Going greener doing our bit
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