When a grumpy reviewer who, if asked about musicals, would usually say “I don’t really like them generally,” comes away from tonight with a big smile on his face, then you know the cast and production team behind Sunny Afternoon have definitely hit the mark. It’s not a huge surprise that Ray Davies, the legendary […] Leeds Living …
Residence Cafe Bar have already built themselves a loyal following across their three venues in Leeds. Focusing on a ‘home away from home’ feeling, they offer delicious food and a warm welcome. I was invited along to their Moortown cafe to trial the new roast dinner ahead of its public launch, getting an early glimpse […] Leeds Living …
Molly Rymer warms the wintry basement for a festive Hyde Park Book Club gig. On a wintry Friday night, I took myself down to Leeds’ hottest DIY grassroots venue for a festive treat; that being Molly Rymer’s last show of 2025. After a well-received headline at Oporto, this show commemorated a year of huge successes […] Leeds Living …
From lockdown craving to bona fide business model, the Savvy Baker has just opened its doors at Trinity Leeds – and we are already hooked. From Sunday 7th December, expect delights the likes of which Willy Wonka would be proud – from Banana Bread Matcha Lattes to Jammy Dodger brownies. The opening marks a major […] Leeds Living …
Theatre of Hate were supported by Skeletal Family last Saturday, on the Leeds leg of their 45th Anniversary Tour. Jazz Jennings was there with his camera for Leeds Living. Skeletal Family THEATRE OF HATE Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Spotify | YouTube SKELETAL FAMILY Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Spotify | YouTube Photography by Jazz Jennings. Leeds Living …
Good vibes, amazing service – and a delicious dinner; a great place to celebrate that hard earned degree. On Tuesday night, a friend and I headed to Cosy Club on Albion Street in Leeds City Centre. Having visited before, we knew to expect a good evening, but this visit exceeded our expectations. In the past, […] Leeds Living …
It has never been doubted that Northern Ballet is home to some of the leading talent in the dance world, but Sketches further affirms the company’s role as a pioneer in shaping the future of the performing arts space. The title Sketches: Past, Present and Future captures the spirit of the performance which provided creatives […] Leeds Living …
Matilda Mann’s performance at The Wardrobe in Leeds struck the perfect balance between intimacy and energy. The venue was the ideal space for the show and felt both cosy yet vibrant – an ideal setting for Matilda’s emotionally rich setlist. The connection between artist and audience felt effortless, with the setting enhancing the sense of […] Leeds Living …
Returning to Leeds Grand Theatre with their Spring 2025 production, Northern Ballet has brought to life one of the Brontë classics. A tale of resilience and romance complicated by dark secrets of the past, this performance was an imaginative re-telling of one of the most classic literary works of the 19th century. Set in the […] Leeds Living …
Tom Meighan continues to electrify O2 Academies across the country. Stylish trendsetters with a natural energy that makes you want to get up and move around, Leicester’s Kasabian made waves throughout the course of two decades, and remain one of the biggest and most influential bands to grace the Britrock scene. They are two-time Q […] Leeds Living …