This year, we welcome five festive shows to the Town Hall, in addition to the usual Christmas market, starting with the pantomime, Cinderella. The pantomime is a tradition that Silsden Community Productions has been holding at the Town Hall for nine years, and we're delighted to welcome them once again for three nights this December. Cinderella: The Pantomime Follow Cinderella as she tries to escape her life of chores and cruelty, helped along the way by her Fairy Godmother and some well-placed panto magic. There’ll be toe-tapping songs, light-hearted comedy, and all the classic pantomime moments for you to boo and cheer along to. This warm, family-friendly show full of fun, laughter, and festive spirit is the perfect way to step into Christmas. Christmas with Bradford Concert Band Saturday 13th December After performing live beneath screenings of The Snowman at Silsden Town Hall last Christmas, Bradford Concert Band return to play a selection of festive music in their 50th anniversary year. Tribute to the Jersey Boys Saturday 13th December Following three back-to-back sell-out performances, a Tribute to The Jersey Boys returns to Silsden Town Hall this Christmas. You can expect to be singing along to the hits of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, including "Beggin'", "Working My Way Back to You", "Big Girls Don't Cry" and "Oh What a Night". Immaculately costumed, the boys offer a show that faithfully recreates the tracklist of the multi-award-winning Broadway musical, The Jersey Boys, music that has been the soundtrack to our lives for over half a century. This all-singing, all-dancing show will have you tapping your feet and shuffling in the aisles. Tribute to Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra Saturday 20th December Step into a timeless holiday celebration, where the enchanting melodies of Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra come alive once more. This elegant tribute captures the magic and sophistication of the legendary crooners, transporting you to an era of velvety vocals and effortless charm. Revel in the nostalgia of beloved Christmas classics, artfully performed with the same charisma and warmth that made Dean and Frank iconic. An Astronomer's Guide to The Star of Bethlehem: The Silsden Christmas Lecture 2025 Sunday 21st December Almost everyone has heard of the Star of Bethlehem. It’s a massive part of the classic Christmas story, right up there with donkeys and shepherds. But what was it, actually? A miracle sent from above? A complete myth? Or could it have been a real celestial event that an astronomer could explain? Well, we're about to get some answers. The renowned astronomer Martin Lunn is heading to Silsden Town Hall to give a special festive talk on this very subject. He’ll be presenting “An Astronomer’s Guide to The Star of Bethlehem". Welcome to Yorkshire says "It sounds like a perfect pre-Christmas treat". Last year, we played host to four wonderful festive shows. At the end of November, Humpty Dumpty the Pantomime took over Silsden Town Hall for three nights, attended by almost 500 people. At the beginning of December, touring theatre group The Telling presented What the Dickens, a twist on Charles Dickens' classic, a Christmas Carol. Bradford Concert Band joined us ahead of the Tractor Run to perform The Snowman to a screening of the classic film. Finally, last weekend Alan Beck returned with a tribute to Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Last year's pantomime was the eighth annual edition produced by Silsden Community Productions. Humpty Dumpty, a traditional family pantomime, was written by Bob Heather and Cheryl Barrett, and produced by Silsden Community Productions in association with Silsden Town Hall. Silsden Community Productions are always looking for people to help make their spectacular pantomimes and productions even better. The Friends of Silsden Town Hall are also in need of regular volunteers to keep their annual programme of events running. If you can help, please get in touch by emailing welcome@silsdentownhall.org.uk to let us know what you’re interested in. Photographer David Wright captured last year's pantomime as part of his new photography series on community pantomimes.

Silsden Town Hall is proud to have won the Social Enterprise of the Year Award at the Keighley and Airedale Business Awards 2025. This award celebrates a social enterprise that has created a positive social or environmental impact within the community with a focus on doing good over profit, and reinvesting profits to do good. The award ceremony took place on Friday 26th September at Victoria Hall in Keighley, and was hosted by BBC Look North's Paul Hudson. In attendance were the mayor of Keighley, Chris Herd, and local MP Robbie Moore. Trustee of The Friends of Silsden Town Hall and former chairman of the trustees, Paul Kilgallon, accepted the award on behalf of the Town Hall. In his acceptance speech, Paul dedicated the award to the extensive teams of volunteers that support the charity. "We could talk about the trading income, operating income and profit, but the truth is, an operation like ours takes a massive volunteer effort, and we have three groups in particular who do a really massive job for us. We have a group of ladies who feed the over-75s in Silsden twice a year. We feed 160 people, and they organise everything; they're absolutely brilliant. We have the History Group, who run the Silsden Archive and buy art from recognised Silsden artists and put it on display. Then we have the bar team, who look after the very commercial part of our business, which is how we make the bulk of our money, and without them, we simply couldn't do what we do. So I'd like to dedicate this award to our volunteers. They're brilliant." - Paul Kilgallon The Friends of Silsden Town Hall has been a charity for almost ten years, since it took over the building from the council in 2017. Since then, it has continued to deliver its mission, "to promote the health and well-being of the residents of Silsden and the surrounding area through the provision of facilities which encourage educational, sporting, and social recreational activities in Silsden Town Hall for all age groups." , mirroring the original message set out by Lord Hothfield 130 years ago. "This building is not for this generation only but it is intended to go down future generations for the cultural enrichment of the community." - Lord Hothfield Silsden Town Hall continues to serve the people of Silsden, and is served by the people of Silsden. Every class you take part in, concert you attend, room you hire, and engagement you have with Silsden Town Hall helps us to keep its doors open. It is a community effort, maintained by a team of dedicated volunteers, who we are pleased to recognise in the receipt of this award.

Experience some of the country's finest tribute acts, right on your doorstep. We're known for hosting some of the best tribute nights around. This season is no exception, with five of the country's finest performing in the beautiful ballroom. Plus, we'll soon be announcing the return of four of your favourite tribute nights from the last couple of years at the Town Hall. Members of Silsden Town Hall's Show Club can receive 40% off tribute shows, plus up to 60% off all other tickets for you and a friend and free tickets to shows like Howard Walker's Comedy Club. Join today at silsden.live/showclub . A Tribute to Robbie Williams Saturday 25th October at Silsden Town Hall Robbie Williams is one of the nation's greatest entertainers, with 15 number-one albums from over three decades in the spotlight. Join one of the UK's leading tribute artists, Tony Lewis, as he performs some of Robbie's 30 top ten singles, including Rock DJ, Angels, Let Me Entertain You and Feel. For the past decade, Tony has been wowing audiences worldwide with his amazing portrayal of Britain's Greatest Entertainer, Robbie Williams. After making his debut in Trevor Chance's 'Legends,' Tony has gone on to perform all across the globe, leaving audiences constantly gagging for more! He's got the moves, the voice, and the ego. Let Tony entertain you, this autumn at Silsden Town Hall. ℹ️ This show is strictly for those over the age of 18. A Tribute to Bob Dylan Saturday 11th October at Silsden Town Hall The Rob Dylan Band is the UK’s greatest tribute to the music of Bob Dylan. Formed by a group of musicians who bring their own unique and dynamic interpretation to the music of one of the world's greatest songwriters our ‘Rolling Thunder Revue” show takes you on a journey through Dylan’s most popular songs. "You guys sound more like Dylan than Dylan." - Cesar Diaz,  Bob Dylan’s guitarist and former guitarist with Johnny Nash and Fijid Pink. "The band were great, delivering a powerful performance and really making the songs their own." - BBC Radio 6 Music A Tribute to Tina Turner Saturday 15th November at Silsden Town Hall Strap yourself in for the ultimate tribute to Tina Turner, with performances of songs from her endless catalogue of popular hits, including “What's Love Got to Do with It,” “Proud Mary,” and “The Best”. With over 20 years of experience performing her popular tribute show across the UK and internationally, Bupsi has captivated audiences on major stages, including headlining cruise ships for more than seven years. Delivering the true Tina Turner experience, Bupsi’s powerful vocals and signature dance moves bring all the energy and authenticity fans love. Known for her dynamic presence, she never stays still on stage, offering a lively, interactive show for everyone. ℹ️ This show is strictly for those over the age of 18. A Tribute to Madness Saturday 29th November at Silsden Town Hall Madness burst out of Camden Town in the late 1970s, blending ska, pop and punk into an unmistakably British sound. With hits like "Our House", "Baggy Trousers", "One Step Beyond" and "It Must Be Love", they brought sharp songwriting, brass-driven energy and a touch of chaos to the charts. Their music defined an era and remains a cornerstone of British pop culture. Join one of the UK's leading tribute bands, Badness, as they bring the sound and spirit of Madness to the stage with incredible accuracy and energy. With a full live band, complete with brass and keys, and a frontman who perfectly captures Suggs' wit and delivery, Badness have been delivering unforgettable performances since 1994. From theatres to festivals across the UK and Europe, Badness continue to wow audiences with a set packed full of Madness favourites, ska classics and a few surprises along the way. ℹ️ This show is strictly for those over the age of 18. A Tribute to Oasis Saturday 17th January 2026 at Silsden Town Hall Oasis are back, and if you can’t catch the real deal, Fakermaker deliver the next best thing. Expect a night loaded with swagger, crowd-pleasing anthems, and the attitude that made Oasis kings of Britpop, served with proper Mancunian style. Fakermaker don’t just play the tunes; they conjure up the madness of ’95, banging out classics like “Wonderwall,” “Don’t Look Back in Anger,” and “Champagne Supernova” with the kind of energy that leaves your ears ringing. With the reunion tour in full swing and Oasis-mania at fever pitch, grab your mates for a night of nostalgia, belting choruses, and as much Gallagher-infused mischief as you can handle. ℹ️ This show is strictly for those over the age of 18.