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Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsEmpowering pop musical Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World. From explorers to artists, scientists to secret agents, hear the stories of some of history’s strongest mothers, sisters and daughters; all independent icons who really did change the world. Various times & prices.
Macbeth
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsCorruption and an insatiable greed for power, lead to death and destruction in Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy. Various times & prices.
Northern Ballet’s Romeo & Juliet
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsIn the ultimate tale of forbidden love, two young people risk everything to be together. With glorious dancers, eye-catching sets and Prokofiev’s timeless score performed live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia at every performance, this is ballet at its most dramatic, romantic and intense.2.30pm & 7.30pm. £21 - £65.
Model Railway Exhibition
Pudsey Civic Hall, Dawsons Corner,, Pudsey, LeedsA model railway exhibition hosted by Narrow Gauge North. Features: Layouts, trade support, refreshments, parking and disables access. Adult £10, child £1.
Teach Rex LIVE – VELOCIRAPTORS
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsMeet various velociraptors (including the only fully feathered velociraptor in the world!) whilst getting a real insight into these fascinating creatures. Ages 3 plus. 10am & 12.30pm. £10, concs £9.
Hans Rey – Mishaps and Mayhem
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsUntold stories, chaos and legendary tales from mountain bike icon, Hans Rey. Mountain Bike pioneer, adventurer, former Trials World Champion, Hans ‘No Way’ Rey will reveal, the crazy and whacky that accompanied him on some of his adventures. £19.50, concs £17.50.
The Drifters Girl
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsNominated for Best New Musical at the 2022 Olivier Awards. Discover the remarkable story of The Drifters and the truth about the woman who made them. From the highs of hit records to the lows of legal battles and personal tragedy, Faye Treadwell was the legendary manager of The Drifters who refused to give up on the group she loved. 7.30pm. Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £30 - £55.
INTERNATIONAL JOUSTING TOURNAMENT
Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, LeedsTeams from the United Kingdom, France and Italy will compete for honour and trophies in this spectacular live sporting event from medieval times. The museum opens at 10am and there are 2 tournament shows per day starting at 11am and 2pm, featuring knights and horses, plus plenty of pomp and pageantry. £5 - £20.
Kay Mellor’s The Syndicate
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsBased on her hit BBC show, The Syndicate is a new stage play by the legendary Kay Mellor. Various times. £27 - £49.
Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsAwarded ‘Best Kid’s Show at Edinburgh Fringe’ by The Derek Awards, this interactive show promises to entertain and educate in the most spectacular way! You think science is boring, think again; this is science like you have never seen it before. £17/£15.
Come From Away
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, Leeds7,000 Stranded Passengers. One Small Town. A Remarkable True Story. Winner of four Olivier Awards including Best New Musical in London and the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical on Broadway. 7.30pm. Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £25 - £60.
Banff Mountain Film Festival
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsThe Banff Mountain Film Festival features a brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinematography! Experience an unforgettable evening of thrilling adventure – up on the big screen!
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsA sensational show that took London’s West End by storm, guaranteed to lift your spirits and light up your heart. Various times & prices.
SIX – Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThe crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash-hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Leeds following two sell-out visits! Various times. £30- £49.
Simon Brodkin: Screwed Up
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsAfter selling out 110 dates across the UK and Europe with his outrageous stand-up show, Simon Brodkin, the world-famous prankster, Lee Nelson creator and most-watched British stand-up comedian on TikTok, brings Screwed Up to Leeds Grand Theatre.
Northern Ballet’s Beauty & the Beast
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsWith opulent sets, kaleidoscopic costumes, and a hand-picked score of classic music played live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia, this fairy-tale ballet is a must-see for audiences of all ages. 2.30pm & 7.30pm £21 - £65.
Spirit of the Blitz
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsTo mark the D-Day 80th Anniversary Spirit of the Blitz recaptures the tenacious optimism of war-torn Britain. A truly heart-warming afternoon of live music and laughter, accompanied by the superb Swingtones.
Sancho & Me: For One Night Only
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsCharles Ignatius Sancho was born on a slave ship on the Atlantic Ocean in 1729, yet he became a writer, composer, shopkeeper and respected ‘man of letters’ in 18th century London. Sancho & Me: For One Night Only is a performance by Paterson Joseph accompanied by Ben Park. £18 - £25.
HAMLET – WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
Harewood House Harewood, LeedsOutdoor theatre - Join The Lord Chamberlain’s Men this summer, in their 20th year, for ‘Hamlet’, arguably the greatest play in the English language. Adult £18, child £10.
Al Murray: Guv Island
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsStanding up so you don’t have to take it lying down anymore, the Pub Landlord is back to make sense of the questions you probably already had the answers to. 3.30pm & 7.30pm.
Judy & Liza
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsWest End stars Emma Dears and Helen Sheals belt out their most famous hits with an uncanny resemblance, bursting with elusive star quality. Featuring live performances of Cabaret, Maybe This Time, The Trolley Song and The Man That Got Away to name but a few.
Ruby Wax: I’m Not As Well As I Thought I Was
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsI’m Not As Well As I Thought I Was is Ruby’s first tour show in four years following her critically acclaimed, sell-out tour, How To Be Human.
Royal Armouries Museum
Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, LeedsThe summer holidays will be action-packed with combat displays, gun firing demonstrations, dramatic performances and the chance to get your hands on history. Open daily. Free.
LHT Unwrapped: Drama Day
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsJoin us at Leeds Grand Theatre this August for a jam-packed workshop of games, improvisation, theatre skills, and script work, and let your inner creativity loose! Ages 6yr - 14yrs.
An Evening with Jimmy Tarbuck
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsAfter more than 60 years at the very top of his profession, Jimmy Tarbuck OBE relives many of the most iconic moments of a life on stage and screen.
Jousting Tournament
Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, Leeds11am Jousting competition (book online), 12:30pm Combat demonstration, 2pm Jousting competition (book online), Two other talks, tours or performances, Outdoor activities and have-a-go games, 7pm Queen Guinevere's Tournament (Saturday only, book online).
Cluedo 2
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsFollowing the huge success of the smash hit original play, Cluedo is back on stage in 2024, with a brand new hilarious whodunit - CLUEDO 2 starring Strictly Come Dancing champion Ellie Leach. Various times & prices.
Mo Gilligan: In The Moment World Tour
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsTriple BAFTA-winning stand-up sensation Mo Gilligan, returns to The Grand Theatre with his highly anticipated In The Moment World Tour. £28.50 - £30.50.
Elkie Brooks: Long Farewell Tour
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsHaving started her career in music in 1960, a remarkable 64 years of performing live, Elkie Brooks is embarking on her Long Farewell Tour. The show is a celebration of Elkie’s illustrious award-winning career in music performing some of her biggest hits. £30 - £60.
Lloyd Griffith: Baroque and Roll
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsFresh from supporting Jack Whitehall on his 2023 UK arena tour, comedian Lloyd Griffith is back with a brand-new show Baroque and Roll.
The Ocean Film Festival
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsDive into a night of ocean adventure! The Ocean Film Festival World Tour is bringing a new collection of thrilling ocean-themed films to venues around the UK this autumn. The Ocean Film Festival is a celebration of the planet’s oceans, with wild seafaring voyages and fascinating marine-life – up on the big screen!
Hello Again: The Neil Diamond Songbook
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsThe world’s greatest celebration of the life and work of Neil Diamond. Evocative imagery, video and narration enhance the magic as the show takes on a musical journey through Neil Diamond’s glittering 50-year career.
Johns’ Boys Male Voice Choir
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsJohns’ Boys Male Chorus is one of the most decorated British male choirs in history. In 2019 they became only the third male voice choir to win the prestigious Choir of the World at the Llangollen International Eisteddfod. £25 - £35.
Birdsong
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsSebastian Faulks’s epic story of love and loss returns to the stage marking the 30th anniversary of the international best-selling novel. Various times & prices.
John Nichol: The Unknown Warrior
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsJohn Nichol, a former RAF Tornado Navigator and Gulf War POW, embarks on a poignant journey to uncover the emotional tale of The Unknown Warrior interred in Westminster Abbey, highlighting our enduring need to honour and grieve for the fallen.
The Magic Flute – Opera North
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThe Magic Flute is the ideal introduction to opera for everyone, packed with fantasy, romance and daring. Various prices.
Brighouse & Rastrick Brass Band
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsThe Brighouse & Rastrick Brass Band is regarded by many as the best and most consistent 'public subscription band' in the world. £15 - £35.
Opera North’s Ruddigore
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsHilarity, dancing and tongue-twisting singing… Ruddigore has all the hallmarks of classic Gilbert and Sullivan, a creative duo unlike any other who made a profound mark on the light opera world. Various times & prices.
The Motown Gospel Choir
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsThe Motown Gospel Gospel Choir was created by Rachel Modest (The Voice UK semi-finalist) and the team behind the amazing show Let There Be House.
Champagne for Lulu
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsChampagne For Lulu is a massive celebration with Lulu as you’ve never seen her before, celebrating her 75th birthday last year and 60 years since she stormed into the UK charts with her iconic hit Shout and became a national treasure. £38.50 - £60.
Paddy McGuinness – Stand Up Tour
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsPaddy McGuinness returns with Nearly There… his first stand-up tour in eight years. £43.50 - £33.50.
& Juliet – The Hit Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThere is life after Romeo! Created by the Emmy-winning writer from Schitt’s Creek, this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told and asks – what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? 7.30pm. Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £25 - £60.
LEEDS CREATIVE SKILLS FESTIVAL 2024
Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, LeedsImmerse yourself in the vibrant world of the creative and cultural scene at the Leeds Creative Skills Festival. Connect with industry leaders, potential employers, and like-minded individuals to explore exciting career opportunities and pathways into the sector.
ECLECTIC WINTER MARKET
Northerlight Art Centre 31 Potternewton Lane, LeedsOur Eclectic fairs are a specially curated mix of art stalls, crafts and all things unique and creative. the venue will be filled with an enticing array of handmade/ vintage goods from carefully selected sellers based in Yorkshire.Vintage, music & food.
Willy Russell’s Blood Brothers
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsWritten by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. 7.30pm, mat 2.30pm. £26 - £57.
GLAD YOU COULD VISIT
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsAdvanced dancers perform a heartfelt story to the music of Noah Kahan. £14.
SCREEN PRINTING CHRISTMAS CARDS
Leeds Print Workshop Patrick Studios,, LeedsJoin us on our festive screen printing workshop to make your own printed Christmas cards. Using a combination of hand cut paper stencils and pre-prepared imagery on screens you’ll print your own unique Christmas cards to send to friends and family this Christmas.
SCREEN PRINTING CHRISTMAS CARDS
Leeds Print Workshop Patrick Studios,, LeedsMake your own printed Christmas cards using hand-cut paper stencils and pre-prepared imagery.
Man In The Mirror: A Tribute to Michael Jackson
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThis is Man in the Mirror – the brand-new must-see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson. £31 - £41.
MAN IN THE MIRROR: A TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL JACKSON
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsA tribute concert celebrating the music of Michael Jackson. £31–£41.