Hyde Park Book Club’s Album ‘To Be Here Now’
Hyde Park Book Club’s jazz album recognises the thriving and flourishing jazz scene in Leeds, in a way never before captured. It has emerged from a collaboration between Jack Simpson, HPBC’s owner, and saxophonist Ben Powling. ‘To Be Here Now’ will be released on 1 October, and a launch party on that day will ensure […]
Red Ladder’s 50th Anniversary Production Mother Courage & Her Children
Red Ladder is staging the first classic play in its 50 year history at Albion Electric Warehouse from 28 September – 20 October. Brecht’s fearless matriarch, Mother Courage, is played by Pauline McGlynn, directed by Rod Dixon in a timeless anti-war play, which asks questions around the effects of war and the fear of immigration. Readers will […]
The Leeds International Piano Competition Results
The ‘City of the piano’ celebrates its International Piano Competition at Leeds Town Hall. Eric Lu has been awarded first place, together with the Dame Fanny Waterman* Gold Medal at the prestigious Leeds International Piano Competition 2018, a triennial event which is widely regarded as among the most coveted prizes in the musical world. Eric also won […]
The Arrival of Arnold’s – Fine Dining in the Arena Quarter
The Arena Quarter is fast becoming a premier destination in the City and the addition of Arnold’s will serve to endorse this transformation. Steve Ridealgh, who oversaw Brasserie 44 on The Calls for thirty years, will be running Arnold’s with his family: Carol, his wife, will lead as Head Chef, with son Dave as Restaurant Manager. […]
Novo Amor Performing at The Brudenell in October
“Intelligent, orchestral-tinged pop reminiscent of Bon Iver or Cinematic Orchestra…Novo Amor has released an incredible Blue Planet-inspired, eco-conscious new video for Birthplace, championed by everyone from 6Music’s Mary Anne Hobbs to Greenpeace!” The video, starring world renowned freediver Michael Board, raises awareness of the horrendous problem of plastic waste in the world’s oceans. Ali […]
