Opera North Announces Livestreams
Two major productions will now be livestreamed as a result of the second lockdown in England. Opera North received a grant of £2 million from the Government’s Culture Recovery Fund and is determined to continue to share music with those in Northern England, whilst planning to return to live performances and tours as early as […]
Opera North’s Production and Events Changes 2020/21
Many events previously announced as part of Opera North’s Switch ON season this autumn have now been postponed or rearranged. The company will continue to work with schools, youth ensembles and adults, offering virtual workshops and teaching. From Couch to Chorus: The Festive Edition is under way, with more than 1500 people sign up to […]
Leeds Own Christmas Carol
It’s Christmas Eve in Victorian Leeds, surprisingly packed with festive spirit, music and a little magic as the tale is re-told at Leeds Playhouse. The prospect of theatre lights once again shining brightly despite the pandemic is a welcome one for so many of us. A Christmas Carol is due to open on 3 December, […]
Opera North and Northern Ballet to Return to Leeds Grand
Leeds Grand Theatre is exceptional as the only venue outside of London to house both an opera and ballet company. Opera North returns to the Grand in January until February, and Northern Ballet with Swan Lake on 4 to 13 March 2021, the latter reimagined by David Nixon OBE (The Nutcracker, Little Mermaid), with Tchaikovsky’s score […]
City Varieties Music Hall Reopens
Leeds Heritage Theatres has announced the reopening of City Varieties Music Hall. Audiences will be welcomed back to a new film programme on 9 October, which will be presented in collaboration with Hyde Park Picture House. This will be the first time the doors have been opened since 17 March, and screenings are part of […]
