Northern Ballet Autumn 2023

Northern Ballet presents Federico Bonelli’s first season as Artistic Director 2023/24, connecting with people of all ages and backgrounds – from UK and world premieres created by new voices with fresh perspectives, to a classic repertoire revival. Federico Bonelli, Artistic Director of Northern Ballet: “I am thrilled to present my first season as Artistic Director […]
The Moonstone at The Carriageworks: 5 – 8 July (see below for ticket special offer 3 July!)

Leeds Arts Centre’s production of The Moonstone, an adaptation of one of the first whodunnits, will transport audiences to the Victorian era, as members of the Verinder family and their allies grapple with the mysterious disappearance of a priceless jewel. With twists and turns aplenty, this adaptation by Robert Kauzlaric gets to the heart of […]
Halifax’s Piece Hall CEO in First Birthday Honours

Nicky Chance-Thompson, CEO of The Piece Hall Trust, has been recognised in King Charles’ first Birthday Honours List, with an MBE for services to culture, heritage and regeneration in Calderdale. Nicky joined The Piece Hall Trust in 2015 as a Trustee, and has been at the helm of The Piece Hall since 201,7 overseeing the […]
Leeds Poetry Fest is Back

There’s a new programme for the third Leeds Poetry Fest, with more events at Left Bank Leeds, Hyde Park Book Club, Chapel FM and Rainbow Junktion from Monday 10th until Sunday 16th July. Poets from Leeds, across Yorkshire, and further afield will be taking to the stage, and local creatives will lead workshops and interviews. […]
Matty Bovan’s SQUISH: TRASH: COSMETIC

Professor Matty Bovan’s inaugural performance on 19 May marked his appointment as Professor of Fashion at Leeds Beckett University’s Leeds School of Arts. SQUISH: TRASH: COSMETIC was a surprise for more than 100 people, presenting a deconstructed notion of a lecture. Matty transformed himself and the space whilst taking questions about his life, inspirations and […]