An Evening with Michael Portillo

Michael Portillo shares stories from his life in politics and broadcasting in a live stage show at Harrogate Convention Centre.

Michael Portillo appears live on stage to recount stories from his life, from his father's escape from the Spanish Civil War and his own rise through politics under Margaret Thatcher to his later career as a broadcaster and railway travel presenter. The show covers his reflections on political power, his unlikely break into television and his journeys across Spain, the USA, India and beyond. The performance runs for 110 minutes and is recommended for ages 14 and over, with under-16s accompanied by an adult.