Book of the Bard: Exploring Shakespeare’s First Folio
Distinguished Shakespeare scholar Professor Emma Smith is coming to Leeds to talk about the very first collected edition of Shakespeare’s plays – probably the most influential secular book ever printed. Without it, half of the Bard’s plays would have been lost. The event has been organised by Headingley LitFest, which has marked it as a […]
Thackray Museum Awarded Strategic Investment Grant
Thackray Museum of Medicine has announced that The National Lottery Heritage Fund has generously awarded it a grant of £228,911, to continue its strategic development following a £4.6m re-development of the museum. The grant will begin a series of strategic interventions for the Museum, which will propel it forward and build on the museum’s ambitions […]
Macbeth: at Leeds Playhouse 5 – 23 March
“By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes.” For its restaging of Macbeth, Ash Hunter takes on the role of ambitious northern warrior Macbeth. Ash played Alexander Hamilton in the hit West End musical in 2018/19 and went on to star as Heathcliff in Emma Rice’s acclaimed production of Wuthering Heights at the National Theatre. […]
Photo North Festival: 12 – 14 April at The Carriageworks Theatre
This spring, the photography industry spotlight will shine on the historically proud and culturally vibrant City of Leeds for the fifth Photo North Festival. Exhibitions by legends of the profession will be on display alongside up and coming photographers against a backdrop of talks, networking, screenings, food, drink and more. British documentary photographer Peter Mitchell […]
Bradford Filmmaker’s Award-Winning Short Film
“By Any Other Name” is an exceptional short film, a creation of filmmaker, Daniel Deville. The film’s resounding success on the independent film circuit speaks volumes about Daniel’s undeniable talent and the profound impact of his work. The film has garnered an impressive collection of 21 awards, including the prestigious Grand Prix for Best Screenplay […]
