In Conversation With Leeds Children’s Theatre
…..about ninety years of magic, community and creativity – and The Gingerbread Man, at Carriageworks Theatre on 6 – 9 November. As Leeds Children’s Theatre celebrates an incredible 90 years of entertaining audiences and nurturing generations of young performers, Leeds Living sat down with Janine Walker, the group’s long-standing Secretary, and Dan Dainter, the director of its upcoming production […]
War Horse: at Leeds Grand Theatre Until 6 September MORE IMAGES ADDED
Bringing extraordinary puppetry and devotion to the front lines of war. One of the most acclaimed plays of the last 50 years has made its way to Leeds this week, and I was eager to see whether it could still live up to the hype. War Horse, adapted from Michael Morpurgo’s novel by Nick Stafford, […]
Step Aboard the Past in the 21st Century: A Titanic VR Triumph
I’m not one who generally ventures into the world of exhibitions, my low attention span suiting live theatre more. However, it’s the summer holidays and I have a bit more time, so I jumped out of my comfort zone straight into the deep end – of the sea. I was worried about finding the location […]
Through It All Together – A Powerful Play For The People Of Leeds
They honestly couldn’t have picked a better moment to bring this new show to life. Leeds United are finally back in the top division, the City’s still riding the high from its celebratory parade, and the timing of this production feels spot on. Leeds has, without doubt, one of the most passionate, loyal, and let’s […]
By Royal Appointment – A Beautiful Insight into British History, Royalty and Fashion
Leeds is being given a treat this week as two stalwarts of British acting take to the stage in a fascinating new play. Anne Reid stars as the late Queen Elizabeth II, while Caroline Quentin—best known for her role in Jonathan Creek—plays her dresser. By Royal Appointment is a witty and poignant new work by […]
