Pretty Woman: A Fun Night Out With The Girls at Leeds Grand Theatre
I’m about ten years too young for the original film ‘Pretty Woman’ to have had an impact on me when it first came out, but like most women in their 30’s, I’ve watched the film a number of times, usually with a group of girls, a few G&T’s and a big bowl of popcorn. I […]
Come From Away Reviewed: at Leeds Grand Theatre Until 11 May
“The greatest musical of the 21st Century.” Maria Forryan I’ve had the pleasure of watching many a theatre show in my life, but never has one had such a profound impact on me as ‘Come From Away’ did last night: and this wasn’t even the first time I’ve seen it! In a world overpopulated with […]
Macbeth: A Modern Production of a Classic Tale – Two Hours of Pure Entertainment
I’m going to put my hands up and admit that Shakespeare has never been my area of expertise: brave to say as a Drama teacher of nearly 20 years. I enjoy some of the comedies and have directed a few in my time, but I find the tragedies and histories difficult to relate to and […]
Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World: a Fantastically Great Show All Round!
After a year of gallivanting around the country on tour, this fresh, new production makes its penultimate stop in Leeds – just in time for Women’s International Day on 8th March. Based on the award-winning picture book by Kate Pankhurst (of the Emmeline Pankhurst family) this production promises to inspire people the country over; young […]
In Conversation With Ash Hunter
Ash took a break from rehearsing Macbeth at Leeds Playhouse to talk with Leeds Living’s Maria Forryan. The conversation provides a delightful perspective on the man, his art and his ethos. How are you enjoying it Up North? Have you had the chance to explore Leeds? I’ve been once before in my younger, partying days. […]
