From LEGO to Fine Art: The Art of the Brick in Leeds
If you think LEGO® is just for kids, think again. The Art of the Brick has officially landed on The Headrow, and it’s turning those little plastic bricks into something truly extraordinary. Created by former lawyer turned artist Nathan Sawaya, this globally acclaimed exhibition brings over 70 sculptures to life using nothing but LEGO bricks… and a […]
Enlightenment – a Vibrant Light Show by Eonarium
Enlightenment – a Vibrant Light Show by Eonarium at Leeds City Museum – uses Antonio Vivaldi’s Four Seasons as an energetic soundscape. As the seasons change so do the palette and patterns sweeping across the walls, balcony and ceiling of the high circular hall. Is it the music that brings the light show to life […]
Sounds of Summer: at Howard Assembly Room on 1 July
The human voice is a beautiful and versatile instrument that many of us fail to make full use of. Sounds of Summer demonstrated how a range of musical styles can be performed with just voice. The Chorus of Opera North performed a varied programme, including several songs where they were joined by Bradford’s Bantams of […]
‘Inspire to Inspire’ – A Beautiful Exhibition to Celebrate a Life
Art exhibitions have always been a wonderful way to explore the work of others. However, ‘Inspire to Inspire’ was more than an exploration of work; it was a celebration of Joshua Van Leader’slegacy. “The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.” Joshua spent his early years in his […]
K2CO’s a Thing of Beauty: at Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre on 3 July
An evening with K2CO, a female-led dance company fronted by Rosie Kay, offers more than just dance – we’re given a window into the artist’s evolving relationship with the body, music, and meaning. Presented at the Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre, the evening unfolded from Kay’s autobiographical honesty in Adult Female Dancer to the […]
