Gav Cross- The War of the Worlds

7th November 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)

Kirkgate Centre

Step into the heart of one of the most iconic sci-fi stories ever written as H.G. Wells ’The War of the Worlds' is reimagined in a gripping solo performance by Gav Cross. This 90 minute reading, delivered in the robust style of a Victorian parlour performance, thrusts audiences into the terror and urgency of a world in chaos, consumed by the unstoppable force of a Martian invasion.

Blending the power of a rehearsed reading with the immediacy of live performance, Gav Cross brings Wells’ chilling tale to life, honouring the storytelling traditions of the past while capturing the relentless dread and desperation of humanity’s struggle to survive.

At its core, this production is a haunting reflection on war, fear, and the suffering of innocents. Themes as urgent today as when the novel was first published in 1898. Following its sold-out debut at Norton Priory, and success at the Bradford Literature Festival, The War of the Worlds returns in the distinctive, bombastic and chilling storytelling style of Gav Cross.

Featuring an original, atmospheric, recorded soundtrack by Chris Bastock, co-artistic director of A Place for Us, the production is underscored by a haunting soundscape that amplifies every moment of tension and suspense. Don’t miss this extraordinary retelling, where past and future collide in a breathtaking performance that will leave you on the edge of your seat.