Northern Ballet’s Nutcracker Returns to Leeds Grand Theatre

Perhaps the ballet most suited to all generations and newcomers to audiences, Nutcracker is directed, choreographed and costume designed under David Nixon CBE, the company’s former Artistic DIrector. Nutcracker’s music is by Pyotr Tchaikovsky, a ballet score instantly recognisable by so many. Charles Cuswick Smith is set designer, taking the audience from a Regency era […]

In Conversation With Dunstan Bruce

Dunstan Bruce, former vocalist with Chumbawamba, performs his new one-man play at Leeds Playhouse on 26 November. ‘Am I Invisible Yet?’ is described as “a rollercoaster of despair, anger, love and, ultimately, hope. It’s a riotous journey that should resonate with anyone who once thought they could change the world, and is still determined to […]

See Stick Man at the Courtyard theatre in December

Bring your branch of the family tree to see this fun, festive family show from 7 – 31 December. Brought to Leeds by Freckle Productions and based on the book by Julia Donaldson. Stick Man is waylaid on his way back to the family tree for Christmas – a dog wants to play fetch with […]

Charlie and The Chocolate Factory – The Musical

Leeds Playhouse, in association with Neal Street Productions & Playful Productions, presents this new production from 18 November until 28 January in advance of a UK tour. Based on the novel by Roald Dahl and the Warner Bros film, this devilishly delicious tale of young golden ticket winner Charlie Bucket and wild confectionary wizard Willy Wonka will take audiences […]

The Imaginarium – An Indie Space to Meet Creative Needs

The Imaginarium, a popular community and arts space, has found a permanent home in Leeds City Centre. As well as providing space for events, there is a cafe, and a plant and record shop – perfect for that unplanned stop or for a pre-arranged meet-up. Those who were regulars when The Imaginarium was in Kirkstall […]