Jersey Boys at Leeds Grand Theatre 20 November to 1 December

In the week that Leeds Grand Theatre is celebrating its 140th anniversary, Stan Graham attends a performance of Jersey Boys. For those of you who are not familiar with this musical – where have you been?   Jersey Boys is not about sweater salesmen or even dairy farmers on one of the Channel Islands but a […]

Dough in the City Previewed – and Opening on 17 November

Dough in the City has nothing to do with hedge fund traders or fat cat bankers but is a new bar, cocktail lounge and restaurant in New Briggate adjoining the highly regarded Vice and Virtue. It is owned by the same people but will exude a more laid back atmosphere whilst maintaining the high standards […]

Motown – The Musical: at Leeds Grand Theatre Until 17 November

Another trip to the Grand Theatre and another musical about the golden age of music.  What’s not to like? The difference with Motown – The Musical is that it is about a record label, its owner and the artist roster rather than a single performer. It must be said from the very start that the musical […]

Black Market, Chapel Allerton’s Latest Eatery, Reviewed by Stan Graham

Black Market serves one of the best meals Stan Graham has experienced in his years of reviewing for Leeds Living. Open for only four weeks, there are inevitably teething problems, which Stan chatted to the owners about, but these are far outweighed by the excellent service and cuisine. When I arrived my overcoat was taken […]

Rain Man at Leeds Grand Theatre until Saturday 3 November

I was asked to go to review this play at the very last minute, but was happy to do so as I remember enjoying the film when it first hit the cinemas in 1988.  In any event, I leap at any excuse to go to the Grand Theatre. It was only when I looked at […]