Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum – Landmark Exhibition Brings Rare Roman Artefacts to UK for the First Time For the first time in the UK, the internationally acclaimed exhibition Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum arrives at the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds, from 28 June to 2 November 2025. Having captivated over one million visitors worldwide, this landmark […] Leeds Living …
Inside Giovanni’s Room, the new work from Phoenix Dance Theatre, explores love, sexuality and self-acceptance, premiering at Leeds Playhouse ahead of its UK tour. Choreographed by Artistic Director Marcus Jarrell Willis, the new dance work follows writer James Baldwin’s narrative. Set in 1950s Paris, the original novel follows David as he grapples with the inner conflict […] Leeds Living …
“Biig Piig embraces the joy of reinvention” NME“I don’t think Biig Piig quite realises her cultural relevance” Jack Saunders Pop’s latest innovator Biig Piig has dropped her brand new single ‘One Way Ticket’ via RCA Records. Acting as a musical poem of grief, the single tackles bold new territory for Biig Piig ahead of her much-anticipated debut […] Leeds Living …
RARE Productions, a renowned name in the musical theatre world, is coming to Leeds soon! RARE offers many opportunities to world-class talented youth performers all around the United Kingdom, soon to include the Carriageworks Theatre in Leeds. RARE Productions is the UK’s largest Youth Theatre Company, with over 20 years’ experience of staging musicals in […] Leeds Living …
Yard Act: at Millennium Square on 3 August The Leeds band released Where’s My Utopia on 1 March via Island. It’s the follow up to their critically-acclaimed debut record The Overload which arrived in January 2022. The Overload was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize after a slew of positive reviews, national radio playlistings and a placing at #2 in the […] Leeds Living …
Rehearsals are underway for the world premiere folk musical ‘Mother of the Revolution’. Based on an original concept and directed by archipelago art collective’s co-founder Beth Knight, Mother of the Revolution will unearth the untold story of Yorkshire legend and successful industrialist Betty Beecroft, alongside those of the working communities that followed her. The script […] Leeds Living …
After the roaring success of their first Eclectic Fair in November 2023 Northlight Arts Centre brings you a second instalment this Spring, with an exciting mix of artists, makers and local small businesses all under one roof! For this specially curated Springtime event, Northlight is filling the whole venue with some of the best artists […] Leeds Living …
Lydia May has announced the final headline show of 2023 after the success of her recent single ‘Life Saver’. Lydia May is set to rock the stage and fuel audiences with a sense of self-love and vibrant energy, creating an unforgettable experience that marks the culmination of a remarkable year. The night will be a […] Leeds Living …
Karma Dance invites you to embark on an extraordinary journey of artistic exploration with “MIND THE DANCE.” This captivating triple bill delves deep into themes of individuality, multiculturalism, and the eloquent language of silence.* Here’s what you can expect: HOMO “HOme to my MOther”: A poignant and auto-ethnographical experience that courageously navigates the terrain of mental […] Leeds Living …
Les Enfants Terribles and HOME Manchester present The House with Chicken Legs – at Leeds Playhouse. Written by Sophie Anderson and adapted by Oliver Lansley. A cracking cast has been revealed for the premiere UK stage tour of The House with Chicken Legs – including two familiar faces to audiences at Leeds Playhouse. Award-winning theatre company Les Enfants Terribles and HOME Manchester are bringing Sophie […] Leeds Living …