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 […]
The Girl on The Train: at Leeds Grand Theatre Until 5 July
Paula Hawkins’ best-selling psychological thriller has already gripped audiences on the page and screen. Now it takes to the theatre stage. The Girl on the Train follows Rachel, an alcoholic who escapes the mess of her own life by observing strangers from her daily commute. As she becomes entangled in a missing person’s case, her […]
The World of Gladiators comes to Leeds Royal Armouries
An exhibition that is not to be missed, Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum, at Leeds Royal Armouries until 02 November. The latest exhibition at Leeds Royal Armouries – Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum – opened on 28 June. I had the opportunity to view and to meet with Matthew Wood, Exhibition and Displays Manager at […]
