Macbeth: A Modern Production of a Classic Tale – Two Hours of Pure Entertainment
I’m going to put my hands up and admit that Shakespeare has never been my area of expertise: brave to say as a Drama teacher of nearly 20 years. I enjoy some of the comedies and have directed a few in my time, but I find the tragedies and histories difficult to relate to and […]
Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World: a Fantastically Great Show All Round!
After a year of gallivanting around the country on tour, this fresh, new production makes its penultimate stop in Leeds – just in time for Women’s International Day on 8th March. Based on the award-winning picture book by Kate Pankhurst (of the Emmeline Pankhurst family) this production promises to inspire people the country over; young […]
In Conversation With Ash Hunter
Ash took a break from rehearsing Macbeth at Leeds Playhouse to talk with Leeds Living’s Maria Forryan. The conversation provides a delightful perspective on the man, his art and his ethos. How are you enjoying it Up North? Have you had the chance to explore Leeds? I’ve been once before in my younger, partying days. […]
Life of Pi at Leeds Grand Theatre: The Impossible Made Beautifully Possible
I’m ashamed to say I’m one of the few people who has not only been unable to get around to reading this book, but I’ve not even spent the two small hours needed to watch the film. It’s certainly one I’ve been meaning to get round to, but I think my belief that it was […]
The Gifting: Leeds Year of Culture 2023 : Final Event
Leeds Year of Culture 2023 is coming to an end after a year of celebrating everything that makes Leeds unique and vibrant. This not-for-profit venture has brought hundreds of artists and thousands of residents together in order to bring our City to the forefront of creativity, whilst reinforcing what it means to be a member […]