Art & Culture

Sinfonia: Stories from Harrogate 25 – 27 June

From 25 to 27 June, older residents from Harrogate will take to the stage at Harrogate Theatre in Sinfonia: Stories from Harrogate, a new production by The Performance Ensemble shaped by local lives. On stage, performers share fragments of their own stories. Some are fleeting moments. Others carry the weight of years. Together, they form […] Leeds Living …


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 […] Leeds Living …


Punch: Until 11 April at Courtyard Theatre Leeds

Gripping, creative, devastating and ultimately full of hope There are some productions that grip you from the outset, but Punch is something more: it is creative, gripping and utterly harrowing, yet threaded throughout with a deep and unexpected sense of hope. From the very first moment to its powerful conclusion, it holds its audience in […] Leeds Living …


TINA: at Leeds Grand Theatre Until 4 April

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical: a thrilling celebration of resilience and raw talent. There’s no denying that TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is built on an extraordinary foundation: the true story of a woman who endured neglect, abuse and immense personal struggle, yet remained utterly driven by an unstoppable need to perform. It’s […] Leeds Living …



Northern Ballet: Gentleman Jack – at Leeds Grand Theatre 7 to 14 March

Northern Ballet presents the world premiere of new ballet Gentleman Jack; the extraordinary story of Anne Lister. From March 2026, the world premiere of Northern Ballet’s new full-length ballet – Gentleman Jack – is set to captivate Yorkshire audiences as part of a nationwide tour, with performances in Leeds (7-14 March 2026), Sheffield (31 March […] Leeds Living …


Leeds Playhouse Community Shows: 27 June to 19 July

Leeds Playhouse throws open its doors for three exciting weeks of community shows. Actors, musicians, dancers, choirs, schools and theatre groups from communities across the Leeds City Region will be showcasing their skills and sharing their incredible creativity in the Quarry Theatre and Barber Studio at Leeds Playhouse from 27 June to 19 July. Open Season  is […] Leeds Living …



Emergence 2025 Triple Bill: at The Riley Theatre on 7 June

Emergence, the touring postgraduate dance company of Joss Arnott Dance and University of Salford, presents a new triple bill of adrenaline-fuelled dance for this year’s programme, performed by a new company of 20 extraordinary dancers. Italian choreographer Sofia Nappi presents CHIMERA, a dance work that draws inspiration from the diverse backgrounds and personalities within the […] Leeds Living …


Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum – at the Royal Armouries Museum from 28 June to 2 November

Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum – Landmark Exhibition Brings Rare Roman Artefacts to UK for the First Time For the first time in the UK, the internationally acclaimed exhibition Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum arrives at the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds, from 28 June to 2 November 2025. Having captivated over one million visitors worldwide, this landmark […] Leeds Living …