Here & Now, The Steps Musical: at Leeds Grand Theatre Until 10 May

When they formed in 1997, Steps became a national sensation. Touring all over the world and releasing incredible hits such as, ‘Tragedy’ and ‘5 6 7 8’, Steps are a significant feature of the music world. From their stardom, a wonderful new treat was created – Here & Now, the Steps musical! The brand-new musical […]

Ballet Black: at Leeds Playhouse on 8 May

Ballet Black at 25 is a scintillating double bill consisting of Hope Boykin’s … all towards hope and Ingoma choreographed by Mthuthuzeli November. The former illustrates how hope is an essential part of modern day life and Boykin’s voiceover is both calming and exciting in pursuit of this. Quite often, the dancers are positioned in […]

Introducing Leeds Playhouse Autumn 2026 – Summer 2027 Season

Innovative, exciting theatre that is shaped by the City and made just for you… your seat is awaiting! There’s a particular kind of buzz that surrounds a theatre at the start of a new era, and right now, Leeds Playhouse is absolutely humming with it. I’ve probably been to more shows at the Playhouse than […]

I, Daniel Blake: at Leeds Playhouse Until 9 May 

    A powerful piece of social theatre: When bureaucracy strips away humanity, one man refuses to disappear. I, Daniel Blake is a gritty, quietly devastating piece of theatre that shines an unflinching light on the failures of our social system. Rooted in stark realism, it gives voice to those too often unheard, capturing, with […]

Wine, Sculpture and Storytelling at The Sculpture Gallery on 23 April

On Thursday evening, I spent a couple of hours at The Sculpture Gallery in the Corn Exchange, attending a wine-tasting event with a bit of a twist. The gallery, which just celebrated its fourth birthday, is run by co-owners Pete Donnelly, David Iredale, Mandy Long, Steve Williams, Jay Gilleard and Drew Caines. Recently, they met Sue Scott […]