The Thackray Museum of Medicine Exhibition: Blood: Ties and Tensions – Until 29 June
The Thackray Museum of Medicine’s latest exhibition, ‘Blood: Ties and Tensions’, offers an exploration into the significance of blood in medicine, culture and society. This engaging showcase delves deep into the symbolism and essential role of blood and its impact on social relationships and medical practices. I was fortunate to be able to attend a […]
The House Party: at Leeds Playhouse Until 1 March
‘The House Party’ is a compelling reimagining of August Strindberg‘s classic play ‘Miss Julie’, skilfully adapted by writer Laura Lomas and directed by Headlong’s Artistic Director, Holly Race Roughan. This modern adaptation transposes the original narrative into a contemporary setting, exploring themes of privilege, desire and societal divisions through an 18th birthday celebration. The story […]
Only Fools And Horses The Musical: Lovely Jubbly – at Leeds Grand Theatre Until 1 March
I’m delighted to be back at the Grand Theatre for the first time in 2025 and tonight’s offering was a musical adaptation of the much loved TV series ‘Only Fools and Horses’. I say much loved, but I’m going to be totally honest and admit that I don’t think I’ve ever watched an entire episode. […]
Northern Ballet’s Hansel and Gretel: A Classic Fairytale with a Modern Twist
After a break from theatres and shows post-festive season, we were welcomed back into the arts with a child-friendly ballet of Hansel and Gretel at the Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre. In true chaotic-parent style, I managed to confuse the theatres*, meaning we arrived by the skin of our teeth and missed out on the […]
Oliver!’ – A Truly Special 20th Anniversary Performance at Morley Academy.
In a break from my usual haunts of The Grand Theatre and Leeds Playhouse, I ventured out to the suburbs to attend Morley Academy’s annual production and 20th anniversary performance of ‘Oliver!’ . In a world where more and more musicals are like a night at a pop concert, it’s a refreshing change to head […]
