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WORLD WARS WEEKEND
Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, LeedsA special weekend of live performances and gun firings focusing on the First and Second World Wars. Our live interpreters will deliver dramatic performances on a variety of topics about the world wars throughout the weekend – daily events include Remembrance service at 11am, war stories, object-handling sessions and The Second World War exhibition. Free but booking required.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY – THE MUSICAL
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsRoald Dahl’s devilishly delicious tale of young golden ticket winner Charlie Bucket and wild confectionary wizard Willy Wonka will take you to a world of pure imagination this festive season. This dazzling reinvention of the successful West End and Broadway musical transports the show to mouth-watering new heights. Various times. £14 - £55.
SONGS OF TRAVEL
Howard Assembly Rooms 32 Briggate, LeedsKatherine Broderick - soprano, Kathryn Stott - piano. Last year they performed Schubert’s Winterreise for Leeds International Concert Season and were so conscious of restrictions around the world and the devastating, lonely nature of that particular musical journey. Looking forward this year with more optimism they both very much wanted to include Songs of Travel by Vaughan Williams in this new journey and acknowledge his 150th anniversary while doing so. £18 - £22.
LE MISERABLES
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThis brilliant new staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “Les Mis for the 21st Century”. Seen by over 120 million people worldwide in 52 countries and in 22 languages, Les Misérables is undisputedly one of the world’s most popular musicals. 7.30pm. Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £25 -£79.
DICK WHITTINGTON – The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsPresented by Leeds Heritage Theatres you’ll be wowed by this breath-taking production which mixes traditional elements of audience participation and corny gags with a jukebox full of classic rock anthems and chart-toppers, all performed live on stage by our ultra-talented cast of actor-musicians. Various times. £30 - £14.
WHITWORTH BRASS SEPTET
Leeds Cathedral Great George St, LeedsAfter the ensemble’s first appearance last year, we’re delighted to welcome back the Whitworth Brass Septet from the RNCM to join Darius Battiwalla for virtuoso brass music and some seasonal items including carols for all to sing along. Free. No booking required.
STICK MAN
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsTouching, funny and utterly original, Freckle Productions’ delightful adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Stick Man. This award-winning production, from the team behind Zog and the Flying Doctors, Zog, Tiddler and other Terrific Tales, and Tabby McTat features a trio of top actors and is packed full of puppetry, songs, live music and funky moves. 10.30am, 1pm & 4pm. £14 -£21.
BACK CHAT BRASS
The Venue, Leeds Conservatoire 3, Quarry Hill, LeedsThe Leeds-based brass band’s brassy beats are an instant favourite of any audience lucky enough to catch the eight-piece ensemble live. In this concert the band presents its signature take on all your favourite Christmas tunes, featuring a one-of-a-kind sound, musicianship, and simply electrifying showmanship. Free admission, no booking required.
THE 2022 LORD MAYOR’S CAROL CONCERTS
Leeds Minster 2-6 Kirkgate,, LeedsLeeds Philharmonic Chorus, Rothwell Temperance Band. Celebrate Christmas with Leeds International Concert Season’s annual family carol concerts, taking place this year at Leeds Minster. 6.30pm & 8.30pm. £6.50, concs £3.50.
DARA O’BRIAN: SO WHERE WERE WE?
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsDara Ó Briain is back on tour, with a brand new show! ‘His set is a masterclass in intelligent, no-frills stand-up’ Guardian.
RA/ID Escape Room Experience
Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, LeedsExplore the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds as never before and take part in an immersive game and escape room. To get the most out of the experience they recommend teams of 3 or 4 people. Children under 5 are not permitted to enter the escape room. Escape room tickets include entrance to the museum. See website for full list of prices.
THE NUTCRACKER – NORTHERN BALLET
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsA ballet by David Dixon OBE and presented by Northern Ballet. Share in Clara’s adventures as she is swept away by her Nutcracker Prince into an enchanting winter wonderland. Don’t miss dazzling dancing snowflakes, the famous Sugar Plum Fairy and the notorious Mouse King in the ultimate festive entertainment. 2pm & 7pm. £43 - £57.
VIKING YULE
Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, LeedsCome along to the Mead Hall to celebrate the midwinter festival of Yule. Viking combat demonstrations (of bitter, bloody battle) Viking songs and stories (of bitter, bloody battles), Viking axe-throwing practice (for taking part in bitter, bloody battles). Everything you wanted to know about Vikings but were afraid to ask (lest you end up in a bitter, bloody battle).This is a free event but please pre-book your tickets.
The Magic of Motown
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsGet ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular. £35 - £45.
Headingley Farmers’ Market
Rose Garden North Lane, HeadingleyHeadingley farmers market is a highly successful Farmers Market in North West Leeds. The Monthly market has over 20 food stalls and there is music provided by a range of local groups.
PUSS IN BOOTS
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsBringing a modern spin to the traditional world of pantomime, the award winning Lidos presents this family-fun, amateur pantomime that is a must see in 2023! Various times. £15 - £20.
Opera North’s Tosca
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsPresented by Opera North - Composed by Puccini. Sung in Italian with English titles. 7pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. From £15.
National Theatre: The Crucible (Screening)
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsA witch hunt is beginning in Arthur Miller’s captivating parable of power with Erin Doherty (The Crown) and Brendan Cowell (Yerma). Recorded on the Olivier stage at the National Theatre.
Clash of Steel
Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, LeedsAn action-packed weekend of sword-fighting demonstrations, handling sessions and in-depth presentations. Sessions include: The Medieval Sword Master, Two-handed Sword Combat, Battō-jutsu Demonstration, Swords of Ancient China, Romans: Swords of the Empire (Sat only), Elizabethan Swashbuckler (Sun only). This is a free event but please pre-book tickets to guarantee your visit.
David O’Doherty: whoa is me
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsHere he comes again, trotting on to the stage with all of the misplaced confidence of a waiter with no pad. There’ll be lots of talking, some apologising and some songs on a glued together plastic keyboard from 1986
Opera North’s The Cunning Little Vixen
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsPresented by Opera North - Composed by Janáček. Director Sir David Pountney returns to charm audiences with this celebrated classic. Various times & prices.
Axel Blake: In Style
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsBritain’s Got Talent 2022 winner Axel Blake is heading out on the road with his new show In Style. His observational comedy paired with his witty charm captivated the audience propelling him to be crowned 2022 champion of the hit show.