Mother of The Revolution: The World Premiere – at Leeds Industrial Museum
Rehearsals are underway for the world premiere folk musical ‘Mother of the Revolution’. Based on an original concept and directed by archipelago art collective’s co-founder Beth Knight, Mother of the Revolution will unearth the untold story of Yorkshire legend and successful industrialist Betty Beecroft, alongside those of the working communities that followed her. The script […]
The Performance Ensemble’s Sinfonia: at The Courtyard Theatre on 26 & 27 April
Sinfonia – a celebrated cross-artform show filled with original stories from the lives of older people – returns to Leeds Playhouse this month. A dynamic group of artists and performers, all aged 60+, are bringing a new version of their celebrated show Sinfonia to the Courtyard Theatre at Leeds Playhouse from 26-27 April. The Performance […]
Eva: at Leeds Playhouse on 19 and 20 April
An extraordinary true story of a German Jewish poet who fled the Nazis comes to Leeds Playhouse this month. Yorkshire actor, writer and theatre-maker Nicki Davy has a particular interest in bringing unknown stories to light, especially those of women. So, when her mum uncovered an incredible story in her granny’s attic, it felt like […]
The Social: Celebrating Ten Years With a New Look
The Brudenell’s sister bar has undergone a complete refurbishment and rebrand – and added to the celebrations when they gave away 150 free pints to returning loyal customers on reopening day on 12 April. The Social has quietly become one of Leeds’ most popular and understated spots over the last decad,e with minimal changes since it first opened. Nestled […]
Big Special: at Key Club on 8 May
A new single, a debut album, a UK/EU headline tour and festival appearances – 2024 is a huge year for Black Country duo Big Special. Big Special – A visceral assault on softer dispositions; a collision of skullcrunching guitars, head-wobbling synths and face-belting drums. Couple this with darkly humorous observations of personal mental struggle in […]
