University of Leeds Adds to World-Leading Cookery Collection

Matured to perfection: 16th Century ‘Pamflyt compiled of Cheese’….. Special Collections at the University of Leeds Libraries has announced the acquisition of the earliest-known book about cheesemaking in Britain, ‘A Pamflyt compiled of Cheese, contayninge the differences, nature, qualities, and goodnes, of the same’, which can be viewed in full via the institution’s website. The […]
Phoenix Appoints a New Artistic Director

Leeds Phoenix Dance Theatre has announced the appointment of Marcus Jarrell Willis as its new artistic director. Marcus Jarrell Willis, 38, dancer and choreographer, was born in Houston, Texas in 1985. Following his passion for dance, he moved to New York at the age of 16 to study at The Ailey School. He performed with Ailey […]
Leeds International Festival of Ideas 2023: at Leeds Playhouse 27 – 30 September

In a welcome return to the City, LeedsBID’s annual event will once again bring diverse guest speakers and hosts to explore thought-provoking and hot topics. Taking to two stages at the Playhouse will be 39 speakers, 11 events and new host Jon Sopel. Jon will also lead the panel for ‘Who Does Our Political System […]
Farmhouse Opens Second Venue – With Free Brunch

Monday 11 September will see the opening of indie restaurant Farmhouse in Lands Lane, specialising in brunch and all-day dishes. In celebration, Farmhouse is giving the first 300 customers to book for 11 or 12 September the chance to try brunch on the house, with a free main meal. Bookings are now available from 8 […]
An Exclusive Evening of Ballet for Just £10

Northern Ballet is hosting an exclusive Under 30s showing of their new mixed bill Generations: Three Short Ballets at The Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre on Tuesday 12 September, 7.30pm. So if you’re under 30 and living in Leeds, you can enjoy an exciting evening of world class ballet for only £10 per person, including a drink on arrival […]