Sophie Ryder Installation at The Piece Hall in UK First
The iconic Georgian courtyard of the Piece Hall will house an exhibition of world-renowned artist Sophie Ryder from 19 February until 23 May. Sophie Ryder’s work is inspired by animals, humans and mystical creatures and has been exhibited all over the world. The exhibition at The Piece Hall will include her 4.5m high by 7 […]
Phoenix Dance Theatre is 40!
For their 40th birthday, Phoenix Dance Theatre is celebrating with two productions this week at Leeds Playhouse. The company is drawing on a range of work from their years of dance, ending in a celebratory gala. The eclectic selection features work by award-winning, internationally acclaimed choreographers which include their previous artistic directors. Artistic Director […]
Come Play With Me Sixth Conference – I Know a Place
This Leeds music label is hosting their sixth conference to champion women and people of marginalised genders in music, with a day of panel discussions and networking, and an evening of music. The date for your diary is 28 January at The Brudenell from 10 a.m. The conference is free of charge, although donations would […]
A Song For Us – Looking Out, Reaching Out Premiere
Leeds composers are celebrating their community with a new song for West Yorkshire, inspired by the county and the people who live here. Looking Out, Reaching Out premieres at www.asongforus.org at 12.30pm on Wednesday 2 February 2022. Commissioned by Opera North, West Yorkshire-based composers Boff Whalley (Chumbawamba) and Thanda Gumede have written the song as […]
A thank you gift to Spire Leeds Hospital
Leeds schoolgirl, 12 year old Isla Pascaud, has created a special hand-drawn piece of artwork as a personal thank you to every member of the oncology team at Spire Leeds Hospital. The team looked after Isla’s mother during the pandemic when she was being treated for breast cancer. Banksy’s celebrated artwork ‘Game Changer’ provided Isla’s […]
