Commissioned Artists Help Design New Art Hostel
Inspired by places they stayed whilst travelling, East Street Arts’ Jon Wakeman and Karen Watson’s mission was to create affordable yet imaginative accommodation in Leeds. Leeds’ Art Hostel closed its doors on Kirkgate prematurely in early 2019, after being open for fewer than three years. After buying New York Studios in Mabgate, East Street Arts […]
Pop-up Cinema Hire – Already a Great Success
Chris Tinson was looking for ideas to entertain his children during the first lockdown, the result of which is his company Home Cinema Hire Leeds – and it seems it’s likely to become a national franchise. Chris said: “By the end of lockdown 1, like many families, we had tried every physical and virtual game […]
Yeadon Town Hall Clock
For almost two years, Yeadon Town Hall has been subject to extensive renovation, and with the closure owing to COVID-19, further progress has been made. This includes the new Town Hall Tavern, the Main Auditorium and the first floor, revamped backstage areas and newly decorated Wharfedale and Airedale rooms. On 20 January, three new clock […]
Nomadic Beers on Christmas Day
Katie Marriott and Mike Hampshire will be opening the doors to their virtual taproom so that anyone who might be finding the day difficult can join others to celebrate Christmas. Kate and Mike will host two online sessions, the first at 12.30 until 2.30 when you can have Christmas lunch with them, and then from […]
The Tetley Jerwood Commissions
The Tetley has announced The Tetley Jerwood Commissions, which provides three Northern artists with the opportunity to develop a body of work, or curate a group exhibition at the renowned Leeds gallery. Jerwood Arts, one of the leading funders for UK artists, is supporting the programme through their Development Programme Fund. Nominated artists and curators […]
