Punk rock icon will share his life stories in Harrogate for the first time
A punk rock legend is to come to come to Harrogate Theatre for a talking tour of his incredible contributions to British culture.
John Lydon: Talk Tour will see the founder of the revolutionary Sex Pistols talk on stage for the first time about how he sees life, along with his unique and extraordinary career, and take audience questions during a pyrotechnic event.
Arriving at Harrogate Theatre on Tuesday, October 27, the tour will coincide with the publication of his new book, the brilliant, funny and insightful I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right,.
The provocative frontman and thought-provoking lyricist of the Sex Pistols, known originally as Johnny Rotten before leaving the epoch-making band to form the equally ground-breaking Public Image Ltd (PiL), caused a political earthquake and transformed music history.
The show will see him sharing his thoughts with audiences for the first time.
The visit by music royalty is far from the only memorable coming up this year thanks to Harrogate Theatre.
Its Spring programme brings together acclaimed professional productions, outstanding local talent and a rich mix of live events across Harrogate Theatre, the Royal Hall and Harrogate Convention Centre.
The drama offering opens with Glitch (Thursday, March 12-14), a moving true story based on the experiences of former Barkham Post Office manager Pam Stubbs and fellow sub-postmasters.
This is followed by The Grand Babylon Hotel (Wednesday, April 1-4), a fast-paced comedy thriller, before Sherlock Holmes – The Hunt for Moriarty (Wednesday, April 29 – Saturday, May 2).
Comedy fans also have much to look forward to, with Sara Pascoe’s offbeat I Am a Strange Gloop (Friday, February 6) and Bridget Christie’s surreal and sharp Jacket Potato Pizza (Thursday, February 26).
Other shows to look forward to include legendary folk rock band Fairport Convention (Tuesday, April 7) and Northern Ballet’s Little Red Riding Hood (Wednesday, May 6).
Every visit, ticket purchase and donation helps ensure Harrogate Theatre remains a thriving cultural home for generations to come.
For information and to book tickets, visit: www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk/whats-on.
Or pick up a Spring Season brochure from Harrogate Theatre on Oxford Street.