A Thousand Splendid Suns: at The Quarry Theatre until 14th June
Based on the novel by Khaled Hosseini and adapted for the stage by Ursula Rani Sarma, directed by Roxana Silbert, A Thousand Splendid Suns tells the tale of the lives of two women in Kabul from the 1970s to 2001. The challenges in their lives change over time, but in the face of constant threat, […]
Pride and Prejudice (*sort of) – A Fresh Spin on a Beloved Classic: at Leeds Grand Theatre Until 31 May
Jane Austen’s ‘Pride and Prejudice’ has been adored by readers across the globe for decades since its release in 1813. To be able to take such a classic and reinvent the way it’s told is an extraordinary talent possessed by Director Isobel McArthur and the cast. If you’ve read Austen’s novel, you’ll know the story […]
Exploring UKREiiF: Culture and Place Making
Last week, the 3-day UK Real Estate, Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) came to Leeds. With panel discussions on every aspect of construction and property management, itwas difficult to know what to focus on, but I was impressed by the number of organisations stressing the importance of culture and creativity to developing projects, whether that […]
VERVE at Leeds Playhouse on 22 May: A Bold, Unapologetically Strange Triple Bill
VERVE, the Northern School of Contemporary Dance’s touring ensemble, returned to Leeds Playhouse with a triple bill that embraced risk, humour and unflinching physicality. Choreographers Luca Signoretti, Sattva Nguyen, and Bosmat Nossan presented three distinct works, moving between surrealism, emotional intensity and theatrical oddity. It was never dull. The night began with a short pre-show […]
Kinky Boots: Glitzy, Glamorous & Genuinely Inclusive – at Leeds Grand Theatre Until 24 May
Dust off your highest heels—Kinky Boots has strutted into Leeds for one week only, bringing sparkle, sass and a whole lot of soul. With Strictly Come Dancing star Johannes Radebe stepping into the iconic role of Lola, this production is a glitzy celebration of identity, acceptance – and the power of fabulous footwear. At its heart, Kinky Boots is a feel-good […]
