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Enjoy an evening of brass band favourites at Pudsey Civic Hall as the incredible Hammonds Band returns to Leeds on Saturday 28 March.
The band's vibrant and varied programme includes William Walton's Spitfire Prelude & Fugue, Howard Snell's Bank Holiday, the Minuet from John Ireland's A Downland Suite, Etienne Crausaz's Dancing on the Sand, and Johann Strauss II's Cuckoo Waltz.
Hammonds Band's talented soloists are on full display too, with highlights including euphonium soloist Daniel Holm in Norman Bearcroft's The Better World, tenor horn soloist Helen Clarke in the Traditional tune Lark in the Clear Air, and cornet horn soloist Kirsty Abbotts in Thomas P Westendorp's I’ll Take You Home Again, Kathleen.
Book your tickets and enjoy a top‑class night of brass music at its best!
See you at a concert soon,
Leeds International Concert Season
Watch Hammonds Band
Hammonds Band recently celebrated St Patrick's Day at the International Band Championships in Limerick, Ireland and were awarded Best Musical Performance. Watch their performance below.
Behind the music with Daniel Hohm
Since joining the Hammonds Band in January 2024, Daniel Hohm has brought an abundance of musicality to his role as Principal Euphonium. Read about Daniel's musical inspirations, favourite brass banding moments and more in his interview.
Love to hear more brass?
Rothwell Temperance Band
Rothwell Temperance Band is the highest ranked brass band from Leeds that has remained a championship section band for over 25 years. The band has had a consistent presence among the top 20 brass bands in the world, with many talented musicians in its ranks including its latest signing, Maria Beezer on Principal Cornet.
Sat 18 April, 7.30pm
Pudsey Civic Hall
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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TOMORROW - 2Faced Dance Company 2 April, 7.30pm 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? In this highly-anticipated work, this extraordinary male company uses their trademark no-holds-barred approach of stunning athleticism and vulnerability to explore the future. In a space without words, where fragility and resilience collide, the company reveals the hidden battles of modern masculinity. |
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What's On Spring 2026
Can you help support culture in Leeds?
Your generous donations, and your support helps us present and preserve the culture of Leeds for future generations.
Your donation towards this goal means the world to us, and any donation amount is greatly appreciated.
Leeds Museums & Galleries 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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📽️What's On: 20–26 March
Welcome to your cinema listings.
Did you know that the closest major galaxy to our own is 2.5 million light-years away? Thankfully, you don't need to travel that far to experience some out-of-this-world magic at Pictureville, as our annual sci-fi season Beyond Earth returns with cult classics and a Spielberg favourite.
Elsewhere, you'll find the best of world cinema, affordable family favourites and inspiring new documentaries including a special collaboration with Epilepsy Action. See you at the cinema!
Out-Of-This-World Sci-Fi
Beyond Earth
Experience an out-of-this-world sci-fi season at Pictureville.
From cult classics on print to beloved family favourites, go Beyond Earth and discover alien lifeforms and incredible effects on the best screens around.
INCREDIBLE IMAX📽️
IMAX Previews: Project Hail Mary (12A)
Screening daily (closed Monday)
In this thrilling space adventure, science teacher Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling) wakes up on a spaceship light years from home with no recollection of who he is or how he got there.
With nearly two hours of Expanded Aspect Ratio, PROJECT HAIL MARY in IMAX delivers more picture than anywhere else with special previews from Saturday.
New releases and must-sees 👀
Everybody to Kenmure Street (12A)
Screening daily (closed Monday)
Glasgow residents abandon their daily routines to gather on Kenmure Street after learning authorities plan to deport their neighbours.
Winner: Sundance World Cinema Documentary Special Jury Award for Civil Resistance
Family Fun
Kids' Club: Home (U)
Sat and Sun 11.00
When Oh, a loveable misfit from another planet, lands on Earth and finds himself on the run, he forms an unlikely friendship with an adventurous girl named Tip.
Sunday's screening is a relaxed screening. Lights will be left on, the volume of the soundtrack will be reduced, and it’s fine for you to move around, make noise or take a break.
IMAX 3D Documentaries
IMAX 3D Documentaries
Screening daily (closed Mondays)
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 Everbody to Kenmure Street, an inspiring documentary which captures the power of solidarity in action.
Coming Soon
The North [Members' Preview] (15)
Wednesday 1 April
Our special International Walking Day preview of this hit drama follows two friends who meet up after a decade to hike a Scottish trail.
“A majestic drama…purifying and uplifting” ★★★★ – The Guardian
This is an exclusive Pictureville member screening. Not yet a Pictureville member? From a free Community tier to an IMAX Premium membership, we’ve got a range of options so that you can support the cinema in a way that works for you.
Empire of Lies (15) [With director/cast Q&A]
Tuesday 7 April
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.
The screening on Tuesday 7 April will feature a Q&A with director/writer/producer Matthew Hope and lead actor/co-writer and producer Joseph Millson where we will also be giving away a signed poster.
🎥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
Explore the tastes of the world in town this weekend
The popular International Market is back in town this weekend! The market will feature a vibrant mix of stalls with traders selling handmade goods and gifts. Treat your taste buds too, with street food and sweet treats offering flavours from every corner of the world.
Come for a wander, stay for the flavours, and enjoy the lively buzz of the market.
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Can you get involved in the ultimate spring clean?
With over 400 volunteers already signed up to litter-pick, this year’s Great British Spring Clean is shaping up to be bigger than ever.
If you’d like to get involved in one of the group litter-picks this year, or if you want support to litter-pick in your community, get in touch through our simple online form.
The Great British Spring Clean is the nation's biggest mass-action environmental campaign and runs from 13 – 29 March 2026.
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Goalhanger: The Rest Is Fest
Indulge in your favourite podcasts live – the line-up for the Goalhanger: The Rest Is Fest takeover weekend just got bigger. The second wave of events features unique collaborations from existing Goalhanger podcasts, two live premieres and additional dates for sold-out shows.
Come together for a transatlantic gathering between the hosts of The Rest Is Politics and The Rest Is Politics: US. Plus, Richard Osman and Marina Hyde host a one-night-only, all-out battle between the sharpest minds in British podcasting in The Rest Is Quiz. Read on for the full breakdown of all the new events.
Southbank Centre Members get access to presale tickets on Thursday 19 March at 10am. General sale opens on Thursday 26 March.
We expect demand for tickets to be high, so our presale is your best chance to secure tickets to see your favourite podcasts live in our iconic venues.
The Rest Is Politics: The Special Relationship
SAT 5 SEP
Goalhanger's top political voices – Rory Stewart, Alastair Campbell, Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci – unite for debate, analysis and disagreeing agreeably.
This event is British Sign Language interpreted and Speech-to-Text transcribed.
Team America: World Police?
SAT 5 SEP
Why does the US remain so central to global conflicts? Dig deeper with Anthony Scaramucci and David McCloskey.
This event is Speech-to-Text transcribed.
The Rest Is Quiz
SUN 6 SEP
Get ready for an all-out battle between the stars of Goalhanger’s shows as they take to the stage for one epic quiz night, with your quizmasters Richard Osman and Marina Hyde.
This event is Speech-to-Text transcribed.
The Rest Is Science: Live
SAT 5 SEP
Get set to have your mind blown by esteemed mathematician Hannah Fry and YouTube legend Michael Stevens for the first ever live edition of The Rest Is Science.
This event is Speech-to-Text transcribed.
The Book Club
SAT 5 SEP
Witness a spot of lively debate between Dominic Sandbrook and Tabby Syrett, as the literary podcast The Book Club goes live for the first time.
The Rest Is Classified: Live
FRI 4 SEP
Unmask real-life spy stories and hidden power struggles with former CIA analyst turned spy novelist David McCloskey and veteran security correspondent Gordon Corera.
This event is Speech-to-Text transcribed.
Sherlock & Co.
SUN 6 SEP
Sold out in the first wave, we've now got an additional show for the beloved audio drama. Adventure's afoot as the cast perform an original story written exclusively for the Southbank Centre stage.
Image credit: Southbank Centre/Hugo Glendinning.
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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SPRING CLEAN YOUR MIND, BODY & SOUL |
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It’s official, the first day of spring has arrived, bringing with it a sense of renewal and possibility. Now is the perfect time to embrace fresh energy for your mind, body and soul and to step into the season feeling refreshed and inspired. |
A fresh season for you starts now |
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Unwind your way |
Up to 50% off, scenic views, delicious meals and dreamy spas. It’s everything you need to unwind. Which will it be: an April escape, a May staycation or a June reset? |
A stronger you |
This March, focus on everyday stability and strength with expert guidance in a calm, supportive space. For a limited time, get 13 months for the price of 12 with our club membership. An extra month to build and future proof your body. |
Brighten your plate |
With warmer weather comes the ideal time for fresh recipes - starting with a crisp salad. Our cucumber, avocado and caper salad offers a light, nourishing refuel or book a spa escape and experience our nutritious dining first hand. |
Calm in the Crescent |
Drift away to our Derbyshire spa, immerse yourself in warm thermal waters and let tranquil spaces ease you into a slower rhythm. Whether it’s a spa morning, a leisurely afternoon, a twilight escape or a night with dinner, bed and breakfast, there’s a peaceful moment waiting just for you. |
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Your reset guide |
With spring in the air, it’s the perfect time to refresh your routine. Check out our latest blog on recharging your mind, body and soul. From detox tips to seasonal must-dos, we’ve got everything you need to feel your best this season. |
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CHAMPNEYS FOREST MERE |
Exclusive first look |
Psst... our Hampshire spa is getting a new space. Want a look at what’s coming soon? |
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An Evening with Racing Icons David Coulthard & Mika Häkkinen 15 - 20 Sep
DC & Mika, joined by Channel 4 F1 presenter Steve Jones, dig in for a night of high-octane entertainment, exploring their turbulent time at the pinnacle of motorsport, the state of play in F1, and the 2026 season. |
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When Hope Speaks A Night with Donna Ashworth 21 Mar Last Chance
Following the success of Wild Hope, Donna returns with poetry from her collection Loss. Donna will be joined by Kirsty Gallagher in London. |
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An Evening with Akala State of the Nation 07 - 20 Apr
A BAFTA/MOBO award-winning hip-hop artist, best-selling author, and entrepreneur, Akala has garnered a reputation. On stage, he'll discuss Britain at this critical point—is it capable of awakening, reimagining, and performing real social change? |
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Keith and Marj Us, Pots, and A Welsh Chapel 13 May - 25 Jun
Fresh from filming the third series of Channel 4's Our Welsh Chapel Dream, the duo will share stories of clay, craft, and their most ambitious project yet... bringing a building back to life. |
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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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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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Jay Rayner Nights Out in the Kitchen 03 Sep - 12 Nov
In Nights Out in the Kitchen, the pastry-wrangler will answer your questions for a couple hours of intense foodie insight, fabulous dinner ideas and the occasional dodgy one too. |
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An Evening with Fran Lebowitz 25 & 27 Oct
Fran’s Netflix documentary series directed by good friend Martin Scorsese, Pretend It’s A City, was an unmitigated hit. Now, she offers her live spot-on observations about contemporary living. |
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David Olusoga A Gun Through Time 14 Apr - 19 May
Have you ever considered how a single weapon could change the course of history? Join David as he uncovers the story of four firearms that changed the world and the lives of our ancestors. |
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Susan Dwyer Amussen and Darren Freebury-Jones on Shakespeare 17 Apr - 01 May
Together, Susan and Darren will share the tale of early modern theatre and why Shakespeare continues to captivate us four centuries later. |
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Review: Gillian Anderson Gillian Anderson’s Royal Albert Hall takeover brought together a line-up of amazing women for Most Wanted Live. The night featured a talented cast, including Amy Trigg, Bel Priestley, Diana Silvers, Fearne Cotton, Helen Mirren, Gemma Chan, Goldaro Rosheuvel, Grace Campbell, Gurinder Chadha, Joy Crookes & Olivia Cooke. It’s because of your generosity that together we raised an astonishing £287,399 for War Child UK. |
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Exhibition inspiration
Step inside the worlds created by Chiharu Shiota and Yin Xiuzhen as they transform the Hayward Gallery with their artworks that highlight human connection. Continue your exploration with talks and activities linked to the exhibitions and more ways to explore the gallery.
Members go free to all exhibitions at the Hayward Gallery.
Hayward Gallery Lates: Chiharu Shiota & Yin Xiuzhen
WED 1 APR
Our exhibitions are activated through moments of performance, tours and drop-in creative activities. Poets Suyin Du Bois, Suchandrika Chakrabarti and Lou Moon perform periodically throughout the evening.
Creative Encounters: A Shrine to the Everyday
WED 1 APR
Explore joy, memory and connection through hands-on making inspired by the Hayward Gallery exhibitions.
This is a Relaxed event.
Memory of Materials: Chiharu Shiota & Yin Xiuzhen
WED 18 MAR
This panel brings together Assistant Curator of Chiharu Shiota: Threads of Life Suzanna Petot with art historian and curator Lydia Yee, moderated by academic, critic and broadcaster Shahidha Bari.
Samuel Laurence Cunnane: In Conversation
SAT 28 MAR
Cunnane sits down with the exhibition's curator Thomas Sutton to delve into the photographs and themes that run through his exhibition Blue Road.
Samuel Laurence Cunnane: Blue Road
UNTIL SUN 3 MAY
Our Freedom: Then and Now
UNTIL SAT 25 APR
Skate 50
THU 30 APR – SUN 21 JUN
British Sign Language Tours: Chiharu Shiota & Yin Xiuzhen
SAT 21 MAR
This event is British Sign Language interpreted.
Relaxed Hours: Chiharu Shiota & Yin Xiuzhen
THU 16 APR
This is a Relaxed event.
Installation view of Yin Xiuzhen: Heart to Heart. Ruined City (1996) Photo: Mark Blower. Courtesy of the Hayward Gallery.
Blue Road, 2023, Samuel Laurence Cunnane. Courstesy of the Artist.
Installation view of Chiharu Shiota: Threads of Life. Letters of Thanks (2026) Photo: Mark Blower. Courtesy of the Hayward Gallery. © DACS, London, 2026 and Chiharu Shiota.
Installation view of Chiharu Shiota: Threads of Life. Threads of Life (2026).
Installation view of Yin Xiuzhen: Heart to Heart. Collective Subconscious (Blue), (2007). Photo: Mark Blower. Courtesy of the Hayward Gallery.
During Sleep, 2002 Performance/Installation: with performers sleeping during the opening; beds, black wool Kunstmuseum Luzern, Lucerne, Switzerland Photo by Sunhi Mang © DACS, London, 2026 and Chiharu Shiota.
Cigarettes (2024): Hand-printed C-type print on archival photo paper, wooden frame. Image size: 19.4 x 29.5. Framed size: 34 x 44 (all dimensions in cm).
Undercroft Skate Space, 1978 © Tim Leighton-Boyce. Jim Slater, Southbank. Images courtesy of The Read and Destroy Archive.
Yin Xiuzhen, Washing River, 1995. Courtesy of Betsy Damon Archive: Keepers of the Waters (Chengdu and Lhasa). Courtesy of Betsy Damon and Asia Art Archive.
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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Union Terrace Gardens, Aberdeen
Explore Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Expect warm welcomes and vibrant cultural scenes when you visit the North-east of Scotland . Explore Aberdeenshire’s dramatic coastline, rolling hills, and historic castles. Savour the region’s acclaimed food and drink, from fresh seafood to artisanal whisky, while taking in Scotland’s remarkable history and breathtaking landscapes.
Seafood Bothy, Stonehaven
Destination Delicious
Explore the region through its vibrant food and drink scene. In Aberdeen’s Rosemount, Bagel Society serves generously filled bagels, from the pulled pork “Flying Pig” to the breakfast “Big Boy,” in a local-favourite cafe.
For a more relaxed vibe, Books and Beans on Belmont Street combines a Fair Trade coffee shop with a second-hand book store. Enjoy toasties, soups, burgers, and vegan options while browsing 10,000 books or local artwork.
Explore Aberdeenshire with stops like Spider on a Bicycle in Aboyne, a dog-friendly café set in the old train station, serving specialty coffee and simple, flavourful dishes made with local ingredients, perfect for breakfast, lunch or a sweet treat.
For seafood lovers, the Pennan Inn is a coastal gem with Scottish seafood and an AA Rosette kitchen, while The Lobster Shop in Johnshaven offers a fresh, casual seafood experience right by the harbour.
Fyvie Castle, Fyvie, Aberdeenshire
Conquering our Castles
There are 263 castles waiting to be explored and each castle has its own story, from royal connections to local legends, making every visit a step back in time. Explore the iconic Craigievar Castle, with its fairytale pink turrets and original interiors or wander the dramatic grounds of Fyvie Castle, where centuries of history come alive.
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Experience comfort and calm in beautifully designed rooms made for rest and relaxation. Wake up to stunning coastal views and the serene surroundings of Aberdeenshire. Step outside to the Sail Loft’s outdoor hot tub, where, if you’re lucky, the Northern Lights might illuminate the sky above.
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Union Terrace Gardens, Aberdeen
Explore Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Expect warm welcomes and vibrant cultural scenes when you visit the North-east of Scotland . Explore Aberdeenshire’s dramatic coastline, rolling hills, and historic castles. Savour the region’s acclaimed food and drink, from fresh seafood to artisanal whisky, while taking in Scotland’s remarkable history and breathtaking landscapes.
Seafood Bothy, Stonehaven
Destination Delicious
Explore the region through its vibrant food and drink scene. In Aberdeen’s Rosemount, Bagel Society serves generously filled bagels, from the pulled pork “Flying Pig” to the breakfast “Big Boy,” in a local-favourite cafe.
For a more relaxed vibe, Books and Beans on Belmont Street combines a Fair Trade coffee shop with a second-hand book store. Enjoy toasties, soups, burgers, and vegan options while browsing 10,000 books or local artwork.
Explore Aberdeenshire with stops like Spider on a Bicycle in Aboyne, a dog-friendly café set in the old train station, serving specialty coffee and simple, flavourful dishes made with local ingredients, perfect for breakfast, lunch or a sweet treat.
For seafood lovers, the Pennan Inn is a coastal gem with Scottish seafood and an AA Rosette kitchen, while The Lobster Shop in Johnshaven offers a fresh, casual seafood experience right by the harbour.
Fyvie Castle, Fyvie, Aberdeenshire
Conquering our Castles
There are 263 castles waiting to be explored and each castle has its own story, from royal connections to local legends, making every visit a step back in time. Explore the iconic Craigievar Castle, with its fairytale pink turrets and original interiors or wander the dramatic grounds of Fyvie Castle, where centuries of history come alive.
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Relax and Recharge at the Sail Loft
Experience comfort and calm in beautifully designed rooms made for rest and relaxation. Wake up to stunning coastal views and the serene surroundings of Aberdeenshire. Step outside to the Sail Loft’s outdoor hot tub, where, if you’re lucky, the Northern Lights might illuminate the sky above.
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WIN A MINI-BREAK
One lucky winner will have the chance to experience it all first-hand, with a memorable break to the region including return flights with Loganair, a relaxing stay at Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen, a whisky experience at Fettercairn Distillery and a taste of Scotland’s sweetest treats from Mackie's of Scotland. We'll even give you car hire and a £100 Aberdeen Gift Card!
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Announcements:
Our Memorial Gestures Residency Programme is back offering 5 funded residency opportunities!
We are looking for:
- 2 remote artists-in-residence responding to materials from Holocaust Centre North’s Archive. 8-month residencies funded at £6000. Micro residency with @invisibleflock , and additional travel and materials budget included.
- 1 remote artist-in-residence responding to research by the Centre of Archaeology in Trawniki, Poland at the site of a former Nazi camp. 8-month residency funded at £6000. Micro residency with Invisible Flock, and additional travel and materials budget included.
- 1 cultural translator-in-residence to work with local groups on translations of archive material into community languages. Paid at £6000, with travel budget and £1000 budget for publication of work.
- 1 community-artist-in-residence to explore materials from Holocaust Centre North & 6 Million + Archive and cocreate a piece of work with community groups for Holocaust Memorial Day 2027. Paid at £6000, with travel and materials budget.
Applications open until April 7th, 10AM (GMT)
As we reflect on our exhibition last year at Sunny Bank Mills, showcasing the work of the last three years of artists, writers and translators in residency, we are looking forward to what this years residency programme will bring.
ENA is the North of England's most prestigious education awards, and we are delighted to announce that we are a 2026 finalist for the Community Engagement Award.
Dates for the Diary:
Join us to watch ‘Transit’, our next free film screening in partnership with Cultures of Film!
Transit (2018) is a drama by Christian Petzold that blends WWII-era narrative with a modern setting to create a haunting, timeless story of exile.
The film follows Georg, a German refugee who escapes to Marseille after Nazi forces occupy France. To gain passage out of the country, he assumes the identity of a deceased writer whose travel papers he carries. As he waits in bureaucratic limbo, Georg becomes entangled with the writer’s estranged wife, Marie, who is desperately searching for her missing husband—unaware Georg is living under his name.
The story explores themes of identity, displacement, and the ghostlike state of refugees caught between past and future, rendered in a surreal world where historical and contemporary elements coexist.
📆 Thursday 26 February
⏰ 5pm - 7:30pm
📍 OA3/13 (third floor, room 13), Oastler Building, University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, HD1 3DH
A Spotlight on the Archive...
This month we are showcasing our new collection containing a series of notes created for Operation Bernhard during the Second World War.
The goal of the Operation was to initiate the collapse of the British economy by dropping forged banknotes over Britain during the Second World War.
143 skilled Jewish prisoners were identified from different concentration camps and sent to the Sachsenhausen concentration camp near Berlin. There, in blocks 18 and 19, they were forced to produce forged banknotes under the supervision of SS Major Bernhard Krueger. In the camp, the prisoners were separated from other inmates and were not allowed to interact with them. This was to ensure the Operation was kept an absolute secret. Survivor Jack Plapler describes how they were given more leniency than other inmates, and were allowed to smoke, had Sundays off, and could go to bed when they wanted to when the work day was over. They were, however, certain that they would be killed for their knowledge of such a top-secret operation, and they constantly feared for themselves and their relatives.
The notes they produced were of such high quality that they were used to fund Nazi intelligence operations, and £100,000 in counterfeit money was used to help free Mussolini during the 1943 Gran Sasso raid. Even so, the prisoners managed to secretly employ tactics to communicate the truth about the counterfeits. Survivor Adolf Burger describes how prisoners would pierce the top left corner of the notes on purpose, through the effigy of Britannia, a place where “none of the King’s subjects would ever allow themselves to pierce” (My Encounters with Adolf Burger, pg. 135).
At the end of the war, most of the notes were dumped into Toplitz Lake in Austria, where they remained until 1959.
According to the Bank of England, Operation Bernhard notes continued to turn up in circulation right up until 1964.
For further information, take a look at:
- Adolf Burger, The Devil’s Workshop: A Memoir of the Nazi Counterfeiting Operation (1983)
- Film: The Counterfeiters (2007)
- Forging Secrets: Faces and Facts Inside the Nazi Operation Bernhard Scheme (2022)
This months 'Spotlight on the Archive' was written by Molly Harris - MA by Research Student in Holocaust Studies at the University of Huddersfield, & Holocaust Centre North Volunteer
📷 Holocaust Centre North Archive, courtesy of Norma, Gordon & Andy Taylor
Reflecting On Our Community Events
We’re reflecting on our communities programme here at Holocaust Centre North and the conversations we’ve had, the art we’ve created, the stories we’ve shared and the conversations we’ve had. We’ve made soundscapes, talked about experiences of hiding and fleeing from Nazi persecution alongside people’s experience of seeking asylum here in the UK and facing perilous journeys to reach safety here in the North of England.
We celebrated our shared values and hopes as we celebrated Hannukah and we remembered together with survivors, partners and the community for Holocaust Memorial Day. We’ve shared poems of hope with Batley Poets, we’ve shared cultural traditions with IASK and Huddersfield and District Jewish Community and hosted a national consultation on a new Refugee Archive with the University of Westminster, IASK and 6 Million +.
Our community workshops were built on the rich diversity, traditions, and relationships within our local communities, bringing people together to celebrate what unites them, increase a sense of belonging and strengthen local bonds.
We’re excited for where the next year will take us!.Keep an eye on our website and social media to see how you can get involved in future sessions.
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Art is My Career is offering a paid internship for students, young people and emerging creatives living in the Wakefield district. You’ll be part of an exciting new project bringing creative careers to life for young people through gameplay and interactive design. To apply, please send your CV and a bit about you to hello@artismycareer.org by 5pm on Friday 20 March. |
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