Harrogate Theatre announces exciting summer season of family entertainment
Harrogate Theatre has unveiled its exciting summer season programme with an inspiring mix of events – including a visit by the climber behind the incredible Touching The Void.
The summer season will open with high-stakes drama and gripping storytelling.
Sherlock Holmes: The Hunt for Moriarty brings Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic detective to life in a thrilling battle of intellect and deception, while John Godber’s ever-popular Teechers delivers sharp, funny and poignant observations of school life.
These classic dramas sit alongside a strong line-up of community company productions, including Calamity Jane The Musical by HOPS Musical Theatre Company, The Franchise Affair by Woodlands Drama Group and The Dresser by The Harrogate Dramatic Society, showcasing outstanding local talent in much-loved works.
Community storytelling continues to take centre stage in Sinfonia: Stories from Harrogate, where local older residents share personal stories in a moving celebration of the town’s heritage.
Theatre audiences can also look forward to engaging talks from Hamza Yassin with My Life Behind the Lens, Simon Yates of Touching the Void with My Mountain Life and Susie Dent with Word Perfect.
But family audiences are at the heart of the summer programme.
Northern Ballet will present the enchanting Little Red Riding Hood and there is also the timeless humour of The Sooty Show and the beloved stage adaptation The Tiger Who Came to Tea.
Dance continues to push creative boundaries with Verve and Emergence Triple Bill.
Music lovers can look forward to 60s legends The Manfreds and Elkie Brooks on her Long Farewell Tour.
Another highlight is a visit from Northern Silents, who will bring a double bill of silent films – Chicago and The Mountain of Destiny (Der Berg des Schicksals) – vividly to life with a live score.
A special collaboration with Mama Doreen’s Emporium brings a unique Afternoon Tea Served Centre Stage experience.
Harrogate Theatre is thrilled to welcome VetDentist as its Primary Partner for 2026.
VetDentist’s Bob Partridge has been proudly supporting local Harrogate businesses for more than 35 years.
For tickets, visit: https://www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk/whats-on/ or visit in person at Harrogate Theatre’s box office on Oxford Street.