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Our Summer of Sculpture has arrived
Summer is here and there's one thing on our mind: sculpture!
Leeds Art Gallery's Summer of Sculpture, which opened late last week, features an impressive programme of thought-provoking exhibitions and installations dedicated to sculptural form and has opened with three new shows - Arp: The Plasters, Garth Evans: The Anti-Virus Sculptures and Hannah Catherine Jones: UNEARTHING(S).
Featuring eye-catching pieces by celebrated twentieth century sculptors, as well as magnificent new commissions, the season has plenty to come, and runs until October.
Scroll to find out about our Summer of Sculpture so far.
New exhibitions
Collection displays
Shop Summer of Sculpture
Leeds Art Gallery, The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 3AA | 0113 378 5350
Leeds Art Gallery 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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June at Carriageworks Theatre is packed with standout live theatre and talks, from the powerful A Bright Room Called Day to the musical spectacle of We Will Rock You, plus an extraordinary evening with mountaineer Adriana Brownlee in her talk Death Zone.
We’re also proud to be part of Leeds Lit Fest, the city’s annual festival of words & imagination. And don’t miss the Millennium Square Summer Series, bringing a line-up of exciting live music to the city.
Keep reading to find out more...
Leeds Lit Fest
Sat 6 - Sun 14th Jun
Leeds Lit Fest is back!
Returning for its eighth year, Leeds' award-winning festival of words and thought takes place across a diverse range of the city’s spaces and aims to bring together, and help develop, the city’s literary scene, with writers, poets and performers from the UK and beyond.
There's so much to look forward to at the Carriageworks Theatre, and other host venues across the city!
Adriana Brownlee: Death Zone
Mon 8 Jun, 7:30pm
Main Auditorium
Adriana Brownlee is the youngest woman to have climbed the world’s second-highest, and arguably most notorious, peak; K2 - as well as all 14 of the 8,000m peaks.
Join her for a journey through one of the most hostile environments on Earth, where no life can survive. Hear stories of near-death experiences, the highs and lows of her mountaineering journey, and everything in between.
Age guidance: 14+
A Bright Room Called Day
Wed 17 - Sat 20 Jun
The Studio
Presented by Leeds Arts Centre, members of Leeds Community Arts Network.
What do you do when the world is spiralling out of control?
A Bright Room Called Day is a portrait of friendship, fear, and the peril of doing nothing in the face of oppression. Spanning nearly 100 years, it asks how ordinary people respond when faced with impossible decisions, and shines a light on how our choices echo across decades.
Age guidance: 13+
We Will Rock You!
Wed 24 - Sat 27 Jun
Main Auditorium
Presented by LIDOS, members of Leeds Community Arts Network.
Set in a post-apocalyptic future where individuality has been outlawed and music is controlled by algorithms, follow two young revolutionaries, Galileo and Scaramouche, who dream of a world where people can play real instruments and express themselves freely.
Featuring over 20 iconic Queen hits including Bohemian Rhapsody, Somebody to Love, Don’t Stop Me Now, and more, this electrifying production promises a night of rock, rebellion, and unforgettable music!
Suitable for all ages
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.
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Your June Events Roundup 📽️
Summer Cinema is in full flow at Pictureville and in the next month you can expect director Q&As, the best new releases and some Classic Sunday selections of the greatest films ever made.
Throw in some Spieleberg sci-fi and our best ever IMAX family offer and it's a must-see month across Bradford's biggest screens. Keep scrolling to see what's on...
Special Guests and One-night Only Events ✨
The Phoenix of Gaza (15) + director Q&A
Saturday 6 June
This award-winning documentary presents rare footage of a vibrant city and its resilient people and screens in collaboration with Bradford Friends of Palestine.
The screening will be followed by Q&A with director Yousef Alhelou. Yousef is an independent journalist, political analyst, filmmaker, and content creator based in London, England. He obtained a master’s degree in international relations from Brunel University London and is a PhD candidate.
The People's Emergency Briefing (12A)
With Intro and Post-Film Discussion
Thursday 11 June
Our Green Week screening of a new film featuring Chris Packham, leading scientists, a former general and Jennifer Saunders addressing the climate crisis.
The screening will feature an introduction from author and activist Cindy Baxter, who will then lead a post-film discussion in Pictureville bar.
Milestone: Streets Paved with Gold (12A) + Q&A
Saturday 20 June
Presented as part of the National Windrush Day celebrations, this film is adapted from Victor Richards’ acclaimed one-man play, offering a heartfelt tribute to a generation that helped shape modern Britain.
The screening includes an exclusive 20-minute segment from the UK-premiere documentary and will be followed by a Q&A with Victor Richards.
Cactus Pears (15) With Director Q&A
Saturday 20 June
Over the course of the mourning period, their bond deepens into a tender and intimate relationship, creating a quiet exploration of grief, identity and queer love within a traditional rural community.
The screening on Thursday 25 June will feature a Q&A with writer/director Rohan Kanawade, a self-made filmmaker raised in a Mumbai slum by a chauffeur father and homemaker mother. Transitioning from interior design to filmmaking, Rohan’s short films have screened globally.
Unmissable IMAX 👽
IMAX Previews: Disclosure Day (12A)
IMAX previews from 10 June
Tickets are now on sale for this original UFO event film created and directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Josh O’Connor and Emily Blunt.
IMAX Previews: Toy Story 5 (TBC)
Screening from 17 June
The toys are back, and this time around it’s toy meets tech.
Don’t miss our best-ever family offer with four IMAX tickets for £20 as we celebrate Toy Story 5 on Bradford’s biggest screen with IMAX previews.
(Offer applied once two adult and two children's tickets OR one adult and three children's tickets are added to your basket. Applies to standard seating only.)
Stage on Screen
Glastonbury the Movie: 30th Anniversary Cut (12A)
Saturday 27 June
Shot in Panavision CinemaScope at the 1993 festival—the last of the great old-school Glastonburys—Glastonbury The Movie captured the real thing: not the headline acts on the Pyramid Stage, but the stone circle at sunrise, the rave tents and wandering performers, the parachute games and the Krishna food queues. The Verve at their very first festival appearance. Spiritualized spending their entire fee on a fireworks display. A cast of thousands, completely themselves.
No voiceover. No talking heads. No presenter telling you how to feel. Just Glastonbury, as it was. Unfiltered, unnarrated, and unlike anything else in British music film.
Our Top New Releases 📽️
Kokuho (15)
5–7, 9–11 June
Kokuho is crowned as the highest-grossing live-action film of all time in Japan, spanning decades of ambition, scandals, loyalty and betrayal.
Spanning 5 decades, Kokuho follows an orphaned yakuza heir entering the world of Kabuki, growing up beside his mentor’s son as rivalry and ambition shape their destinies.
Classics and Restorations🍿
UK Green Film Festival 🌍
Family Films🐲
Family Films at Pictureville
Experience the magic of cinema with your little ones at our range of family-friendly screenings, including...
Kids' Club - Enjoy family favourite films alongside crafty activities for just £3 a ticket.
CineMinis - Give your little ones the perfect introduction to the big screen with our brand-new strand, with tickets just £2.
Baby-Friendly - We offer baby-friendly screenings every other Wednesday morning, with a relaxed atmosphere for adults with a child under one year old. Lights will be kept slightly raised, the volume of the soundtrack will be reduced, and it’s fine for you to move around, make noise or take a break.
Explore new worlds with our IMAX 3D Documentaries😎
IMAX 3D: Wild Asia: Life at Extremes (U)
Screening from 5 June
Produced by the world-renowned wildlife storytellers at the BBC Studios Natural History Unit, Wild Asia: Life at Extremes is a giant screen immersive experience for all ages featuring amazing biodiversity, never-seen-before animals, and heartwarming behaviours across spectacular landscapes and mesmerizing seas.
Coming Soon 📅
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.
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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Summer in the city
The sun is out, the days are longer and London’s cultural scene is officially sizzling. Ready to find your new favourite event? Dive into this month’s specially curated top picks, from thought-provoking conversations to the biggest names in music and awe-inspiring artwork.
Provoke your senses
Anish Kapoor
TUE 16 JUN – SUN 18 OCT
Book ahead for one of this summer’s must-see exhibitions. Encounter monumental artworks that distort space, light and reflection, by the artist behind London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park sculpture, the ArcelorMittal Orbit, and Chicago’s Cloud Gate (known as 'The Bean').
Booked and busy
Benjamin Zephaniah: A Celebration
FRI 10 JUL
Maggie Nelson
SAT 11 JUL
Allen Ginsberg at 100
SUN 12 JUL
Batool Abu Akleen & Alice Oswald
SUN 12 JUL
Southbank Centre is a charity registered in England and Wales No.298909. Registered office: Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX
Image: Gardenstown
Seven ways to enjoy July in the North-east
From Highland Games and coastal escapes to castles, culture and family days out, July is full of ways to enjoy the North-east at its summer best. Discover seven standout experiences to help you plan your month.
Image: Pennan Village
Coastal escapes, hidden wonders and seaside adventures
Discover charming fishing villages, dramatic cliff paths and miles of coastline waiting to be explored. Wander the streets of Gardenstown, visit the iconic village of Pennan, spot seals and dolphins around Newburgh, stroll the beaches at St Cyrus or uncover hidden coastal wonders at your own pace.
Image: Balmedie Beach
Nature, wildlife and free days out
Spot wildlife, walk vast beaches, explore ancient woodlands, discover castle grounds and enjoy spectacular scenery, many of the region’s experiences are completely free.
Image: Braemar Highland Games
What's on this summer
Summer brings a packed calendar of festivals, exhibitions, live music, family events and cultural experiences across the region. Whether you're planning a weekend break or longer stay, there's plenty happening.
Image: @Lilypod2020, Cruden Bay
Unique stays for every kind of escape
Whether you’re planning a luxury retreat, family adventure, cosy cottage break or budget-friendly getaway, Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire offers accommodation to suit every style and budget.
Stay in coastal hideaways, countryside cottages, boutique hotels, converted farm stays, glamping retreats or welcoming city breaks, all giving you easy access to the region’s coast, castles and countryside.
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SAT 06 - SUN 07 JUN 2026 WE INVENTED THE WEEKENDOn Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th June We Invented the Weekend, Salford’s celebration of free time, takes over MediaCity and the Quays with over 200 events programmed across 2 days. At Lowry you should not miss our famous backstage tours, where you can take a peek behind the scenes at where the stars tread the boards and see how the magic is created! And for LS Lowry fans there’s the chance to meet characters from his paintings. There’ll be family activities for all ages from Wildly Creative Family Crafts, a Pop Up Library, and the stars of Cbeebies with Bedtime Stories LIVE. You can find out What Astronauts Do at the Weekend, take part in a Robotics workshop and learn the best KPop moves. Not to be missed will be the Pirate Taxi from Pirates of the Carabina and their extraordinary aerial performance. On Sunday join us for Lowry Presents: (North) West End Live on the plaza stage to see the stars of SIX, Disney's High School Musical and The Choir of Man, alongside standout appearances from Laura Harrison (Wicked, Blood Brothers, Sunset Boulevard) and Sam Buttery (Unfortunate, Jesus Christ Superstar, Taboo). |
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