Here is my weekly blog post with ideas of things to do this weekend:
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Hi,
Tickets are now available for the Leeds International Chamber Series 2025/26, curated by pianist Junyan Chen.
From her first visit to Leeds for the 2024 Leeds International Piano Competition to now returning as curator of the 2025/26 Leeds International Chamber Series, Junyan Chen’s journey has come full circle. This season, titled Route/Root, invites you to explore identity through sound, tracing the paths we travel, the cultures that shape us and the places we call home.
Junyan has selected six deeply personal and eclectic programmes, featuring ensembles that blend Baroque with Nordic folk, French modernism with contemporary spirituality, and much more. Each concert is a reflection of movement and stillness, transformation and belonging, brought to life by extraordinary musicians.
Multibuy offer
Book all six concerts in the same transaction to take advantage of our multibuy offer and save 20%. Find out more below.
See you at a concert soon,
Leeds International Concert Season
Benefits of the multibuy offer
Book all six concerts in the same transaction to:
• Save 20% on ticket prices
• Be the first to hear about future events
• Choose the best seats available for all six concerts
Please note, the mix and match multibuy offer across the Leeds International Piano Series is available from 10am on Wednesday 13 August.
Listen online
Explore our specially curated Spotify playlist and get a taste of what the Leeds International Chamber Series has to offer.
The 2025/26 series
Lodestar Trio
Lodestar Trio blends Baroque forms with Nordic folk colours and improvisation, highlighting shared rhythmic drive and melodic ornament.
Tue 7 October, 7.30pm
Trio Arisonto
The horn, violin and piano players of Trio Arisonto show how memory and voice evolve through time with a Romantically intense and introspective programme.
Tue 18 November, 7.30pm
Londinium Consort
Londinium Consort brings together period instruments and modern sensibilities, creating a concert that questions what it means to belong – then and now.
Tue 2 December, 7.30pm
Temporal Harmonies Inc
Temporal Harmonies Inc traces the many faces of French music, revealing how style, place and individuality shape sound, and how tradition evolves through personal voice.
Tue 20 January 2026, 7.30pm
Ensemble Jackalope
The piano quartet Ensemble Jackalope’s programme is all about contrast: movement and stillness, familiarity and strangeness.
Tue 10 February 2026, 7.30pm
Junyan Chen & Alim Beisembayev
A powerful all-20th-century programme for piano four hands by two Leeds International Piano Competition prize-winners.
Tue 24 March 2026, 7.30pm
Leeds International Concert Season
0113 376 0318 | tickets@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.
Temple Newsam is the perfect escape for the school holidays. It's great value, packed with fun, and the kids will be ready for bed when you get home!
Find out what's coming up and book a joint ticket for discounted entry to the house and farm.
New and exclusive
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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Summer in the City of Culture |
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Ready for a Bradford summer like no other? We’ve got your August sorted with an unforgettable line-up of music, cinema, theatre, and more! |
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This weekend! Summer Sounds |
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It’s time for our very own music festival – two days in The Beacon in Cliffe Castle Park packed with sounds from all around, from bhangra to bassline and everything in between. |
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Disco icon Asha Puthli, British Asian legends Metz N Trix and soulful singer ganayva headline day one in The Beacon – curated by Dialled In. Composer-producer Nitin Sawhney, ace new singer-songwriter Poppy Ajudha and spoken-word king Joshua Idehen top the bill on day two – curated by Serious. Tickets for the main stage in The Beacon are just £15 for each day or £25 for the full weekend. |
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Cinema under the stars |
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We’ve teamed up with the brilliant Wild Rumpus for a series of immersive cinema experiences in iconic Bradford locations, starting this month with open-air screenings of two British classics at Ilkley Lido. Capacity is limited and each film event takes place for one night only – book now to avoid disappointment. |
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The Railway Children – all aboard! |
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★★★★★ ‘A magical performance… A visual treat’ The Times ★★★★★ ‘A glorious piece of storytelling’ What’s On Stage |
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Family fun for summer |
Stuck for ways to entertain the kids this summer? We’re here to help… |
Island of Foam |
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Bookmark this
New announcements alert: catch a TV adaptation of Nick Cave's novel, a discussion on ‘romantasy’ and a celebration of poetry.
Scroll on for free events coming this autumn, and to pick your plans for this weekend.
Let’s Talk About Romantasy: Ella Risbridger
SAT 1 NOV
Escapism or a reflection of the real world? This panel discussion explores the spell of the ‘romantasy’ boom and the genre’s reimagining of desire, danger and destiny.
Next Verse: A Young Poets' Summit
SAT 25 OCT
Poets from some of the UK’s vital collectives share the stage with Forward Prizes shortlisted poets.
This event is also available to view online.
Iran: Poetry & Performance
THU 30 OCT
A showcase of UK-based Iranian poets, musicians, and performers, celebrating the rich diversity of Iranian art and culture and its influential global diaspora.
Aga Khan Awards Night
SAT 22 NOV
Presented for the first time in a festival context, this event features stunning live performances and short films from the winners of the 2025 awards.
Open Doors
We’ve announced more free, creative events as part of our Open Doors programme – have a look to see what takes your fancy!
WE SHOULD HAVE NEVER WALKED ON THE MOON
WED 3 – SAT 6 SEP
Roam around our public and hidden spaces at your own pace to discover a cast of 50 artists (as well as DJs and a limousine) performing in unexpected locations: in the Royal Festival Hall auditorium stalls while you watch from the stage, in backstage areas in the Queen Elizabeth Hall and on our outdoor terraces.
This presentation of WE SHOULD HAVE NEVER WALKED ON THE MOON is made possible with the support of Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels.
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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All the world’s a stage
50 performers. Two powerhouse dance companies. A one-of-a-kind spectacle.
As Rambert and (LA)HORDE Ballet national de Marseille take over our buildings, snap up your ticket to explore a new frontier of dance.
WE SHOULD HAVE NEVER WALKED ON THE MOON
WED 3 – SAT 6 SEP
Our buildings come alive with movement in a unique and immersive UK premiere featuring dozens of dancers, DJs – and even a limousine.
Roam around our public and hidden spaces at your own pace to discover performances taking place in unexpected locations.
This presentation of WE SHOULD HAVE NEVER WALKED ON THE MOON is made possible with the support of Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels.
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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Plan your perfect summer in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
From golden beaches and castle trails to buzzing festivals and fresh local flavours, the North-east of Scotland is the place to be this summer.
Image: Aberdeen Art Gallery
What’s on this summer
Experience the vibrant energy of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire with an array of summer activities. Enjoy lively festivals, theatre shows, art exhibitions, and live music, or choose a more relaxed pace with guided walking tours and family-friendly events. There's plenty of local celebrations to uncover too, all designed to help you experience the best of the season.
Image: Meldrum House Country Hotel & Golf Course
Where to eat and drink
Taste your way around the region this summer. From the vibrant food scene in Aberdeen’s city centre and the charm of Rosemount, to scenic spots across Aberdeenshire serving the best of local produce. Think dome dining under the sky, cosy cafés, award-winning restaurants and traditional pubs full of character. Whether you're after seafood by the coast or a lazy brunch in the city, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Image: Craigievar Castle
Things to do & places to explore
From the cobbled streets of charming towns like Stonehaven and Braemar to the historic heart of Aberdeen, the region is bursting with places to explore this summer. Discover fairytale castles, wander along golden beaches or soak up local culture in galleries and museums.
Whether you're keen to try paddleboarding along the coast, take on mountain biking trails in the hills, tee off on world-class golf courses or browse the boutiques and independents in the city, there’s something here for every kind of explorer.
Image: Pennan, Aberdeenshire
Need ideas? Let us do the planning
Not sure where to start? Our blog is packed with fresh ideas to help you plan your perfect summer in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. Discover family-friendly itineraries, must-visit places, hidden gem villages, scenic road trips and local tips you won’t find in guidebooks.
Looking for more inspiration? Here's some blogs we think you'll love...
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