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WILD STYLE
AT HOWARD ASSEMBLY ROOM
PLUS Q&A WITH GRANDMASTER CAZ
INDIs and Howard Assembly Room present a special screening of Wild Style (1983), the first true hip-hop film, in a newly restored 4K edition.
We're thrilled to welcome Grandmaster Caz, one of hip-hop’s most influential MCs for a Q&A following the screening, with Leeds-based DJ, Turntablist and sound artist, NikNak.
Shot in 1981, Wild Style features key figures including Grandmaster Caz (with The Cold Crush Brothers), Fab Five Freddy, Lee Quiñones, Lady Pink, The Rock Steady Crew and Grandmaster Flash.
Part drama, part snapshot, the film feels lived-in and real because it is. Its style, characters and performers come directly from the community that built the culture.
Don't miss this rare opportunity to see the the cinematic blueprint for hip hop as part of Explore festival, on Sunday 5th April, 7.15PM at Howard Assembly Room.
FIRST 50 TICKETS ARE FREE
Quick! The first 50 bookers will get FREE tickets to Wild Style, with special guest Grandmaster Caz. Use the code WILDFREE when booking to get yours!
You can also use the code WILD10 to get an exclusive discount offer of £10 tickets. Standard tickets are £14.
Leeds Film is supported by the British Film Institute.
Leeds Film is proud to have achieved the BFI Diversity Standards.
INDIs Film Festival is part of Leeds Ticket Hub, the city's cultural ticket office: Leeds Ticket Hub, Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD.
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Spring’s here, and we’re celebrating with a packed line-up at the Carriageworks Theatre. Expect Easter holiday treats for families, stand‑out comedy fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe, and inspiring theatre from Leeds Community Arts Network.
We’d love to welcome you, keep reading for what’s on this month...
The Gruffalo's Child
Sat 11 & Sun 12 Apr
Main Auditorium
The Gruffalo said that no Gruffalo should, ever set foot in the deep dark wood...
Adapted from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning picture book, The Gruffalo's Child is an enchanting family-friendly show for for everyone aged 3 to 103.
Let your imagination run wild with songs, laughs and scary fun!
Age guidance: 3+
Comedy Club 4 Kids
Fri 17 Apr, 2pm
It's a comedy club, right, but for kids.
The best stand-ups and sketch acts from the international circuit to do their thing for an audience of children and their families… but without the rude bits!
It's just like a normal comedy club, but it's on in the day, kids are allowed in, and there's a higher than usual chance of heckles like "why is that your face!?".
Age guidance: 6+
Leila Navabi: Relay
Sat 18 Apr, 7:30pm
The Studio
One of The Guardian’s “10 Best Shows to Catch” at Edinburgh Fringe last summer.
A bold, joyful punk-musical one-person show about making a queer family on your own terms.
Relay blends stand-up, electro-pop musical numbers and hand-drawn animation into a heartfelt, hilarious hour about what it takes to start a family when the odds (and the system) are stacked against you.
Equal parts absurd and profound, Relay is proof that family is not just what you make it, but how.
Age guidance: 16+
Sunday in the Park with George
Sat 25 Apr - Sun 2 May
Main Auditorium
Presented by Leeds G&S, members of Leeds Community Arts Network.
One of Steven Sondheim’s most celebrated works, Sunday in the Park with George is loved for it sweeping score, witty lyrics and powerful themes of love, legacy and creativity that are as bold, imaginative and moving as Georges Seraut's famous painting A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte, that inspired it.
This dazzling musical explores the struggles, sacrifices and triumphs of an artist striving to make his mark.
Age guidance: 12+
1984
Wed 29 Apr - Sat 2 May
The Studio
Presented by Leeds Arts Centre, members of Leeds Community Arts Network.
George Orwell’s 1984, adapted by Matthew Dunster, is a faithful and enthralling adaptation that brings the heart of the challenges and warnings raised by the original work to life.
Delve into Winston’s mind as he navigates the complexities of a dystopian Britain, where the government decides what is real and Big Brother is always watching.
Age guidance: 16+
See you soon,
Carriageworks Theatre
CARRIAGEWORKS THEATRE
Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD
0113 376 0318 | tickets@leeds.gov.uk
www.carriageworkstheatre.co.uk
Carriageworks Theatre is part of Leeds Ticket Hub, the city's cultural ticket office: Leeds Ticket Hub, Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD.
Movie Club Workshops Include:
Camera Skills: From Set to Phone
Learn pro camera basics and how to create great content on your phone.
Character FX: Faces to Fabrics
Use makeup and prosthetics to transform characters for film.
Stop-Motion Skills & Tricks
Create your own animated monster scene inspired by sea myths.
Don't miss special screenings of Peter Rabbit at our partner venues - a perfect family film for Easter! Screening at Keighley Picture House, Rex Elland Cinema and Skipton Plaza from Monday 6 - Friday 10 April.
Explore Temple Newsam from top to bottom this spring with unmissable experiences - from the return of our ever‑popular rooftop tours to some delightfully saucy stories from the past.
Temple Newsam Road, Leeds, LS15 0AE | 0113 336 7460
temple.newsam@leeds.gov.uk
Temple Newsam tickets are administered by Leeds Ticket Hub, the city's cultural ticket office
Leeds Ticket Hub, Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds LS2 3AD
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There’s a host of exceptional music on the horizon, including standout performances from Leeds’ highest ranked brass band, Rothwell Temperance Band, and the internationally acclaimed Brighouse & Rastrick Band.
Be sure to catch the final three free lunchtime concerts of the season, as we welcome Flutes & Frets Duo, J2Duo, and Eboracum Baroque to Leeds Conservatoire for a trio of vibrant and varied programmes.
See you at a concert soon,
Leeds International Concert Season
Upcoming concerts
Rothwell Temperance Band
Rothwell Temperance Band is the highest ranking brass band from Leeds - consistently featured in the top 20 of global brass band rankings. The band's carefully crafted programme includes Peter Graham's Fiesta, the Elegy from John Ireland's A Downland Suite, Paul Lovatt-Cooper's Home of Legends, Zequinha de Abreu's Tico Tico, and the Finale from Dean Jones's Glorifico Aeternum. View the full programme.
Sat 18 April, 7.30pm
Pudsey Civic Hall
Brighouse & Rastrick Band
Brighouse & Rastrick Band is regarded by many as the best and most consistent ‘public subscription band’ in the world. The band is most known for its 1977 hit parade success The Floral Dance which reached No 2 in the UK charts. With 140 years of proud history, the band continues to maintain great traditions on its continued quest for musical excellence. Programme to be confirmed, please check our website for updates.
Sat 9 May, 7.30pm
Pudsey Civic Hall
Lunchtime music in Leeds
Lunchtime Chamber Music
The final three free lunchtime concerts of the season take place this month. Flutes & Frets Duo presents an intimate performance that exploits the versatility of the flute and guitar (1 Apr), and the young guitar duo, J2Duo, performs an eclectic programme featuring arrangements of works not originally written for guitar (8 Apr). To close the season, Eboracum Baroque performs Antonio Vivaldi's iconic The Four Seasons in a unique arrangement for recorder, harpsichord, and cello (15 Apr).
Wednesdays 1, 8 & 15 April, 1.05pm
Leeds Conservatoire
Free admission, simply turn up, take a seat and relax!
Coming soon...
Quartet in Residence: Opus13
We're excited to welcome the young string quartet, Opus13, to Leeds in May for the opening concert of its three year residency.
Sonoko, Edvard, Albin and Daniel's first programme pairs works from the great string quartet canon such as Franz Schubert's Death and the Maiden with a contemporary quartet by Norwegian composer Knut Vaage.
"Opus13 blends musical intensity, flawless technique and boundless energy to perfection...This is string quartet playing of the highest calibre." Corina Belcea, Belcea Quartet
Tuesdays 26 May, 16 June & 7 July, 7.30pm
Leeds Conservatoire
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William Barton & Brodsky Quartet at the Howard Assembly Room
A remarkable musical collaboration from didgeridoo virtuoso William Barton and the internationally acclaimed Brodsky Quartet that bridges classical music traditions with contemporary Australian composition. This distinctive programme features works by Peter Sculthorpe, Salina Fisher, and Igor Stravinsky, alongside Andrew Ford’s quartet written during the 2019 Australian bushfires.
Wed 15 April, 7pm
Howard Assembly Room
Tickets now available for Leeds Young Film Festival
LYFF returns this Easter holidays with affordable family films, free immersive VR experiences and behind-the-scenes filmmaking workshops for ages 8+. Find hand-picked films paired with free creative activities at Pictureville Cinema and Hyde Park Picture House, featuring special guests including professional stunt actors and dancers.
Until 19 April
Various venues in Leeds & Bradford
Leeds International Concert Season
0113 378 6600 | music@leeds.gov.uk
www.leedsconcertseason.co.uk
Leeds International Concert Season is part of Leeds Ticket Hub, the city's cultural ticket office: Leeds Ticket Hub, Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD.
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What's On: 3–9 April
Welcome to your cinema listings.
We bet you're expecting an April Fool prank but you best believe we're not joking when we say that this week alone we've got French classics, Bradford on screen and out-of-this-world IMAX with a trip to Mario Galaxy.
Press us for our pick of the bunch and it's Empire of Lies, a claustrophobic two-hander with director Matthew Hope in attendance to discuss this must-see new film. It's just the latest chance to see upcoming talent at Pictureville, so keep scrolling to grab an unbeatable discount and we'll see you at the cinema!
📽️ Director Q&A
Empire of Lies (15) [With director Q&A]
Tuesday 19.00
On Tuesday 7 April join director/writer/producer Matthew Hope for a fascinating Q&A and the chance to win a signed poster for his gripping new thriller.
A reclusive man agrees to a filmed interview about his daughter’s murder—only to find his version of the truth unravelled as the interrogation turns back on him.
Receive 40% off all ticket prices for this special screening and Q&A with the code UNIT40
Out-Of-This-World IMAX
IMAX: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (PG)
Screening daily
It takes a lot of star power to save the galaxy.
Mario and Luigi take on the galaxy face off against Bowser and even more of the galaxy's out-of-this-world threats in the hit animated sequel.
2D and 3D screenings are available for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, please check the film calendar page for details.
New releases and must-sees 👀
Amélie (15) [25th anniversary re-release]
3–5, 7, 9 April
Get (re)acquainted with Amélie as Jean-Pierre Jeunet’s Parisian classic returns to cinemas for its 25th anniversary, with a charming of a lonely waitress who decides to become an active member of her quaint and quirky community.
“What comes across most powerfully is Jeunet's athletic, playful directing style, a tour de force of tricks, gags and effects.” – Guardian
Apnas (15)
Screening daily
This crime drama takes us into Bradford and Manchester, exploring the intricate lives of British-Pakistanis through themes of family, ambition, and moral conflict as a British Asian Mancunian is drawn into the criminal underworld by his notorious uncle.
Everything is at stake as his competition with his cousin reaches a deadly level, and a powerful and emotional story of identity, belonging, and family unfolds.
For fans of: Virdee, The Ceremony,
£3 Family Favourites
IMAX 3D Documentaries
IMAX 3D Documentaries
Screening daily
Take in an epic 3D adventure on our largest cinema screen for a cheaper price than a feature film and discover prehistoric action and out of this world exploration.
Accessible Screenings
Accessible Screenings
Our cinemas are open to everyone—discover all our special screenings and accessible options on our website.
This week you'll find a captioned screening of A Pale View of Hills, called "a fascinating, often moving exploration of Japanese family life in the traumatised, bomb-blasted aftermath of the Second World War" by The Times.
Coming Soon
Classic Sunday: Dead Poets Society [4K Restoration] (PG)
12 April
Robin Williams stars as an English professor who inspires his students to love poetry and seize the day.
"Dead Poets Society teaches us to resolve to lead lives of passion and conviction, mindful of the fact that in the story of our lives the script is ours to write" - Guardian
National Theatre Live: All My Sons (15)
Thursday 16 April
Bryan Cranston and Marianne Jean-Baptiste feature in a five-star, triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic play, from visionary director Ivo Van Hove.
Filmed live from the West End, Paapa Essiedu (I May Destroy You), Tom Glynn-Carney (House of the Dragon), and Hayley Squires (I, Daniel Blake) also feature in this disturbingly prescient play.
🎥Save the Date
Widescreen Weekend
24–28 September
Widescreen Weekend returns this autumn from 24–28 September for five days of unmissable widescreen cinema, celebrating large-screen formats and Pictureville's unique cinema technology.
Expect print film, special events and of course, our world-renowned Cinerama screen as we welcome film-lovers back to the National Science and Media Museum's annual celebration of big, bold cinema.
We'd love to see you there, so save the date, follow us on social media to be the first to know about the programme information.
🎁Gifts at Pictureville
Give the gift of great cinema with our brand-new gift memberships and vouchers.
Treat the film lover in your life to a full year of fun, from the latest releases to their old favourites, exclusive events and tasty treats, all at Yorkshire’s biggest independent cinema.
Make that gift extra special with our gift card holder, perfect for wrapping up and passing along to that special someone. Please note this can only be collected at the bar upon purchase of a gift membership.
Our Ticket Prices
Adult £9 / Concessions £7 / Personal Assistant - Free
3D Short Documentary* - Adult £9 / Concessions £7.50 / Child £6.50
Kids’ Club £3
CineMinis £2
Discounts for Pictureville Members and Silver Screen Club are available. For a full list of memberships and discounts please visit our website.
*Includes 3D glasses
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Your monthly round-up of the best of our Magazine
April 2026
It’s the Easter weekend. So there’s a strong chance you’re reading this while either stuck in traffic, or wedged onto a rail replacement bus. Such is life. But at least The Tonic offers you some temporary distraction. And if you didn’t try to get away for the bank holiday? Well, you get the same pieces, but you’re able to enjoy them with the added smugness of sitting somewhere much more comfortable. Everyone’s a winner.
This month we look toward each of our current Hayward Gallery exhibitions, as Yin Xiuzhen shares her creative process and Senior Curator Yung Ma leads you on a video tour of Chiharu Shiota: Threads of Life. We also focus on a pair of much-loved nonagenarians: illustrator Quentin Blake and artist Bridget Riley.
Musically we get to know a notable Austrian composer famous for quality over quantity while musician and producer John Gosling shares a personal playlist for his friend Lee Alexander McQueen. And last but not least, we’ve a great way to spend 75 minutes of your time – whether you’re bumper to bumper or home sweet home – with a recording of writer Ocean Vuong’s recent Southbank Centre appearance.
String theory
Chiharu Shiota: red string, black threads and cultural identity
Let Senior Curator Yung Ma and our Associate Artist Julia Cheng lead you through the artist’s current Hayward Gallery exhibition.
A Berg’s life
Who is composer Alban Berg?
Discover the composer who hid an affair in his score, and whose first orchestral work caused a riot.
Drawing lots
5 things to know about Quentin Blake
You love Quentin Blake. We all do. But how much do you know about him? Here’s a little personal insight courtesy of the man himself.
Creative recycle
How I create... with visual artist Yin Xiuzhen
The artist behind our current Hayward Gallery exhibition Yin Xiuzhen: Heart to Heart shares a little insight into her creative process.
Ocean’s current
Ocean Vuong on The Emperor of Gladness
Settle in as Ocean Vuong discusses his latest book with the novelist and critic Mendez in this talk, recorded in our Queen Elizabeth Hall in September.
Image credits: Installation view of Chiharu Shiota: Threads of Life. Threads of Life (2026). Photo: Mark Blower. Courtesy of the Hayward Gallery. © DACS, London, 2026 and Chiharu Shiota.
Installation view of Bridget Riley, Composition with Circles 4, 2004 at Hayward Gallery 2019 © Bridget Riley 2019 Photo Stephen White & Co.
* This production is a tribute to the life and creative vision of Lee Alexander McQueen and the role that music played in his life. This production has not been made with the involvement, endorsement or sponsorship of the House of Alexander McQueen. No costumes, clothing, fabrics or designs featured in this production are the goods or products of the House of Alexander McQueen nor are they endorsed by them.
Thanks for reading. We hope you enjoyed your specially selected highlights. Share your comments and photos with us by mentioning @southbankcentre or @haywardgallery.
Southbank Centre is a charity registered in England and Wales No.298909. Registered office: Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX
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Book it in
Our literature summer season is coming and we're excited to announce the first wave of events in this year's programme. Learn more about Paul Smith, enter the remarkable world of Anish Kapoor, go behind the scenes with the judges of The Booker Prize and get to know incredible authors.
We're also announcing Letters to the Future, a series of events discussing important societal issues and the future of our world, led by experts including Amelia Dimoldenberg, Olly Alexander and Rebecca F Kuang.
Southbank Centre Members get exclusive access to presale tickets, the Membership presale is open now. General sale opens tomorrow, Thursday April 2, at 10am.
Letters to the Future
FRI 18 – SUN 20 SEP
A weekend spotlighting the cultural leaders of the next generation. Including Amelia Dimoldenberg, Olly Alexander, Mya-Rose Craig, Rebecca F Kuang and Ash Sarkar delivering panel discussions, lectures, talks, performances, free gigs, DJ sets and spoken word.
The Booker Prize 2026 Shortlist Announcement
TUE 22 SEP
Get a glimpse behind the judging room doors of the world’s most significant award for a single work of fiction, with the panel of esteemed judges.
This event is Speech-to-Text transcribed.
Dave Eggers: Contrapposto
WED 1 JUL
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Mieko Kawakami: Sisters in Yellow
FRI 28 AUG
Anish Kapoor in Conversation with Darian Leader
WED 8 JUL
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Iconic Women of the Hayward Gallery
THU 15 OCT
Kimberlé Crenshaw: Backtalker
SAT 23 MAY
One of today’s most influential thinkers, Kimberlé Crenshaw delivers a deeply engaging story of justice and power in the US through her memoir Backtalker.
This event is Speech-to-Text transcribed.
Red Sky at Sunrise: Laurie Lee in Words and Music
THU 16 JUL
Spellbinding music plus the words of the inimitable 20th-century poet and writer Laurie Lee equals one extraordinary story.
European Poetry Festival: Latvia
WED 1 JUL
Celebrate continental poetry and hear new work by contemporary Latvian poets.
Neoprene Genie: Dream Jump
THU 30 JUL
A captivating mix of speech, music, poetry and visuals untangles what it means to wish for the lives we desire in a world where dreaming feels so hard.
Molly Crabapple: Here Where We Live Is Our Country
WED 27 MAY
Édouard Louis: Collapse
FRI 5 JUN
Frank Cottrell-Boyce: A British Childhood
THU 11 JUN
Colson Whitehead: Cool Machine
SAT 22 AUG
Southbank Centre is a charity registered in England and Wales No.298909. Registered office: Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX
Guess who's Bach?
James McVinnie's back, tell a friend! See McVinnie play Bach on both organ and piano in one captivating recital next month.
Plus the United Strings of Europe dive into the story of Beethoven's hearing loss, and new music has been added to the Multitudes line-up.
James McVinnie: Bach for Organ & Piano
SUN 19 APR
The organist returns with a captivating recital with a difference: a rare chance to hear Bach played on both the piano and the organ by the same performer.
United Strings of Europe: Send Back the Echo
SAT 9 MAY
This innovative ensemble sets music for string orchestra soaring into the 21st century, complementing Beethoven with music by thrilling contemporary composers.
This performance is British Sign Language interpreted (BSL).
Pierre-Laurent Aimard: Bach's Well-Tempered Clavier
SAT 9 MAY
Delving into the wonders of Bach in every key, piano legend Pierre-Laurent Aimard performs the second book of the 48 Preludes and Fugues.
Tamsin Waley-Cohen & Cordelia Williams: Lullabies
SAT 6 JUN
Two British star musicians explore an enchanting selection of music about evening, lullabies and the mysteries of night, ranging from Schubert to Arvo Pärt.
Iveta Apkalna & State Choir Latvija
SUN 7 JUN
A must-hear concert of mesmerising choral music performed by the biggest professional choir in Latvia, where singing is lifeblood, with Iveta Apkalna on organ.
Sympoesia
Out-Spoken x London Sinfonietta
THU 30 APR
The London Sinfonietta and London’s premier live poetry night Out-Spoken come together for a raw, unflinching meditation on the state of the world.
We've just announced the repertoire for this concert, which features Max Richter, Steve Reich, Olivier Messiaen and more.
This performance is British Sign Language interpreted (BSL).
*This production is a tribute to the life and creative vision of Lee Alexander McQueen and the role that music played in his life. This production has not been made with the involvement, endorsement, or sponsorship of the House of Alexander McQueen. No costumes, clothing, fabrics, or designs featured in this production are the goods or products of the House of Alexander McQueen nor are they endorsed by them.
An Evening with an Immigrant
Inua Ellams x Laura Mvula x Fuel x Chineke! Orchestra
SUN 26 APR
Be swept up by poet and playwright Inua Ellams' powerful one-man show telling his story, now backed by Laura Mvula’s rich, expansive new score.
This performance is British Sign Language interpreted (BSL).
My mixtape: John Gosling’s 10 tracks for Lee Alexander McQueen
For two decades, until his untimely death at the age of 40, Lee Alexander McQueen was at the forefront of British fashion. In April, we pay tribute to the designer through a special show that reimagines the music that shaped his life and work.
John Gosling, a key collaborator on the show, shares an eclectic playlist of tracks which put him in mind of McQueen, and, beneath the tracks, the reason for each’s inclusion.
Thanks for reading. We hope you enjoyed your specially selected highlights. Share your comments and photos with us by mentioning @southbankcentre or @haywardgallery.
Southbank Centre is a charity registered in England and Wales No.298909. Registered office: Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX
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FRI 11 DEC 2026 - SUN 10 JAN 2027 THE OLD VIC: A CHRISTMAS CAROLMatthew Warchus’ big-hearted, smash hit production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic comes to Lowry following nine sell out years at The Old Vic, joyously adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, His Dark Materials). A Christmas Carol fills the auditorium to the brim with mince pies, music and merriment. A unique staging immerses the audience in London’s longest running adaptation of this beloved festive favourite. Age Guidance 8+ |
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With thanks to Hannah from Get Lost Yorkshire:
HeyThis might be the sweetest weekend in Yorkshire… The York Chocolate Festival starts today 🍫 And if you’ve ever needed an excuse to spend a day (or an entire weekend) indulging in chocolate, this is it. Right in the heart of York, the city transforms into a celebration of all things cocoa. From artisan chocolate stalls lining Parliament Street to hands-on workshops where you can make your own treats. But the real highlight? The Chocolate Taste Trail. You pick up a map, wander through the city, and stop at independent shops along the way, each one handing over a different chocolatey treat. Brownies. By the end, you’re happily overwhelmed (and possibly carrying a stash home… trust me on that one 😅). 👉 See how the Chocolate Trail works + book your spot here It’s one of the best ways to explore York - not just as a visitor, but as a chocolate lover discovering the city’s independent food scene. And it’s not just about eating (although that’s a big part of it…) You can:
If you’re planning to visit, I’ve put together a full guide with everything you need to know, including what to book in advance, what’s worth doing, and how to make the most of your visit. If you’re heading there this weekend, go hungry… and maybe bring a small box for all the treats you won’t manage to eat on the day! Until our next adventure, PS: The Chocolate Taste Trail sells out quickly, if you’re planning to do it, it’s worth booking ahead so you don’t miss out. 👉 See how to book + plan your visit Yorkshire Events What's on in Yorkshire this weekend?Here's a glimpse of what's on in Yorkshire this weekend 👀 West Yorkshire: Leeds Young Film Festival 2026 continues this week with films, workshops and family screenings across Leeds and Bradford. You can enjoy hands-on filmmaking, virtual reality experiences and themed events for all ages. Find out more. East Yorkshire: Orchid Festival at Burton Agnes Hall is on this week with colourful indoor displays across the historic house. You can explore orchid arrangements, hear expert talks and shop a wide plant selection. Find out more. South Yorkshire: Sheffield Folk Sessions Festival takes place this weekend across Kelham Island’s pubs with informal music sessions. You can drop into themed gatherings, from Irish tunes to traditional ballads, in a sociable setting. Find out more. Discover more events in Yorkshire here: Want to get the most out of Yorkshire this year?
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Two must-see shows coming to Leeds! |
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2Faced Dance Company - TOMORROW Thu 2 April *LAST CHANCE TO BOOK!* 7:30pm 2Faced presents their highly new anticipated work from choreographer Tamsin Fitzgerald, where their male company explore the hidden battles of modern masculinity through their trademark no-holds-barred approach of stunning athleticism and startling vulnerability. Tomorrow is a physical response to the things we struggle to say with words. As the world feels ever more at odds with itself, how do we find our place? |
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Northern Ballet - Three Short Ballets Thu 30 April - Sat 2 May 2:30pm & 7:30pm Northern Ballet's Three Short Ballets returns to Leeds this month, with three distinct works that create one extraordinary showcase of technique and artistry. See Adagio Hammerklavier by master choreographer Has van Manen, Intimate Pages by New York City Ballet Principal Dancer and online superstar Tiler Peck, and the UK premiere of David Nixon CBE's Winter Dances. |
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Sheffield City Council · Town Hall, Pinstone Street · Sheffield S1 2HH · (0114) 27 34567
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THU 04 FEB 2027 EMMA DORAN - EMMACULATE - EXTRA DATE ADDEDDue to popular demand, smash hit Irish comedian, best-selling author, podcast host and viral online star Emma Doran hits the road once again taking her brand-new stand-up show Emmaculate. There's no such thing as a perfect family, but Emma wouldn't want one anyway... The many trials and tribulations of Emma’s blended family are laid bare in this witty, rambunctious show from one of Ireland’s most beloved stand-ups. Strap in for a night to remember, jam-packed with razor-sharp observations, riotous on-stage antics and conspiratorial gossipmongering. |
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EASTER AT LOWRY Visiting Lowry during the Easter holidays is a great way to enjoy family time together. With creative activities, engaging exhibitions and plenty of space to explore, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re popping in for a show or just a relaxed day out, Lowry offers a fun and vibrant atmosphere throughout the break. |
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*Kids Eat For £1 Terms and Conditions: Available from 12pm - 4pm at Lowry Bar and Kitchen. Available 03/04 - 19/04. One child’s main course for £1 per full-price adult main course purchased. Children’s meal must be for a child under 12. No dish substitutions permitted. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. |
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Richard Ayoade: Afterthoughts 01 - 27 Jun Added Dates
Afterthoughts goes beyond rumination, past pondering, probing further than ever before. Drawing from a deeply private pool of questions—a reservoir so refreshing you may never need to think again. |
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Lenny Henry Still at Large 15 Apr - 03 Nov Added Dates
Part stand-up, part storytelling, and part conversation with himself (and with you), sees Lenny return to the experiences that shaped him while also exploring the challenges and creative sparks driving him today. |
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Suzannah Lipscomb & Kate Williams To Kill A Queen 21 Apr - 19 Oct
Kate and Suzannah will examine espionage, treason, and gender politics in the Tudor world. A gripping evening of queenship, legacy and power, this is the story of how two queens acted at the greatest crisis point of their lives. |
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An Audience with Aggers and Tuffers 19 Mar - 19 May 2027 Added Date in Warwick
Together, the two dissect it all: from how Stokes & McCullum will tackle a home summer of tests, to the future of English cricket, and from the commentary box to the jungle, no stone will go unturned, and no question is off limits. |
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Dr Bessel van der Kolk 31 Oct - 04 Nov Added Date in Dublin
Drawn from more than thirty years of research and clinical practice, Dr Bessel van der Kolk’s will expand on the global bestseller The Body Keeps The Score, which showed us that trauma can literally reshape both brain and body. |
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Betwixt the Sheets LIVE with Dr Kate Lister 23 & 25 May
Join the historian for a riotously entertaining and equally enlightening evening as she brings her podcast Betwixt the Sheets LIVE to the stage. Kate will leave you laughing, wincing and thinking—just how far have we really come? |
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Cam Whitnall LIVE Lion Heart 30 May
Join wildlife conservationist and broadcaster Cam Whitnall for a remarkable evening of storytelling, shaped by a lifetime spent alongside some of the world’s most endangered animals and a rescue mission that made global headlines. |
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The Archers Live at 75 07 Jun - 26 Nov
Hosted by comedian and superfan Angela Barnes and set at the beloved Ambridge Flower & Produce Show, make sure to don your best hat and join us for an unforgettable celebration of 75 glorious years of BBC Radio 4's The Archers. |
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Jeremy Bowen Truth Under Fire 22 Sep - 27 Oct Matinee Added in Malvern
As the BBC's International Editor, Jeremy has spent over 40 years covering more than 90 countries and 20 wars. Ask your questions to a journalist whose life's work to get as close to the truth as possible. |
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William Dalrymple The East India Company 08 Jun - 13 Jul Added Date in London
William will tell us the remarkable story of how the Mughal empire disintegrated and came to be replaced by the East India Company—an aggressive colonial power in the guise of a multinational corporation. |
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Rory Bremner Making An Impression 10 May - 06 Jun This April Fools' Day, we celebrated the man who's spent four decades being everyone but himself: Rory Bremner. Don't miss the master impressionist brings his razor-sharp political satire to the stage. |
The Weekly Wrap at Fane
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STEP INTO THE RAILWAY GARDEN
This Easter, join us for family fun inspired by our Railway Garden!
Learn more about the Dingy Skipper butterflies and create your own butterfly to take home with you, or get crafty and make your own mosaic, wind chime or pollinator stick on select dates from Saturday 3 - Sunday 19 April.
With lots of different activities taking place throughout the school holidays, start planning your visit now!
COMING SOON ⬇️
HORNBY RAILWAY COLLECTORS' ASSOCIATION EXHIBITION
Enjoy a world of vintage Hornby model railways on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 April!
Join members of the Hornby Railway Collectors' Association for a weekend showcasing the best of Hornby model trains and other products made by Frank Hornby's Mecanno company from 1920.
WEEKEND OF RAILWAY MODELLING WITH LOCOMOTION MODELS
Explore railways in miniature on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 May!
Explore model railway layouts in various gauges, and browse trade stands for everything you could need to start or finish your very own model railway layout!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS 🗓️
FESTIVAL OF STEAM
From Saturday 2 - Monday 4 May, celebrate the exciting world of steam traction at Locomotion!
Get up close to a collection of traction engines, and enjoy storytelling with Caroline Hardie. Look out for more details coming soon!
PRIDE AT LOCOMOTION
Join us at Locomotion on Sunday 24 May for Pride!
Get involved with craft activities celebrating diversity in partnership with Durham Pride, including designing your very own 'Trainbow'.
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