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Circus adaptation of Thomas Hardy novel comes to Leeds Playhouse next month

“Unmissable.” ★★★★★ Everything Theatre “ingenious… an inspired adaptation” ★★★★ The Stage “full of joy, wonder and delight – a highly original interpretation.” ★★★★ The Guardian Leed

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28 April 2025

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Wonderland Awaits: Leeds Transforms into a Magical Playground This Summer

Don’t Be Late – Follow Alice Down the Rabbit Hole from 26th July to 31st August 2025 Leeds is set to tumble into a world of wonder this summer as LeedsBID brings a beloved

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22 April 2025

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Leeds Playhouse reveals stunning new production shots for A Thousand Splendid Suns

Beautiful new production shots show how Leeds Playhouse’s epic Quarry stage is being transformed into the stunning world of A Thousand Splendid Suns. Ursula Rani Sarma’s play based on Khaled Hosseini’s best-selling

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17 April 2025

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CELEBRATE LEEDS’ BEST BARS: DIAGEO WORLD CLASS COCKTAIL FESTIVAL IS BACK

Five Leeds bartenders have been included in the Top 100 Bartender list (Main image – Alex Holmes at Empire Cafe)

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17 April 2025

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Funstation Officially Opens in Leeds City Centre with Community at its Heart

Funstation, one of the UK’s leading family entertainment centres, has officially opened its brand-new venue in The Light, Leeds and is already leaving a lasting impression on the local community. The opening night, held on 10th April, marked a m

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15 April 2025

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KAISER CHIEFS UNVEIL SET TIMES FOR HUGE HOMETOWN SHOW MARKING TWENTY YEARS OF ‘EMPLOYMENT’

TIMINGS & TRANSPORT DETAILS SHARED FOR TEMPLE NEWSAM PARK SHOW WITH SUPPORT FROM RAZORLIGHT, THE CRIBS, THE CORAL & MORE FUTURESOUND & SJM PRESEN

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14 April 2025

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Trinity Leeds to Host First Ever Artisan Market this Weekend

Unique local traders will arrive at Trinity Leeds on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th April Trinity Leeds is set to host its first Artisan Market, shining a spotlight on the best of Yorkshire’s independent ma

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9 April 2025

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BREW+BAO REVEAL OPENING DATE FOR FIRST LEEDS VENUE

Brew+Bao, a new food and drink experience coming to Leeds, has announced it will open its doors on Friday April 18 at 12pm.   Opening on Stainbeck Lane in the heart of Chapel Allerton in North Leeds, the new concept venue will c

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8 April 2025

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Photo North Festival 2025: A Celebration of Yorkshire Photographers and Powerful Narratives

Photo North Festival is back, and it’s bigger and bolder than ever. From 11th to 13th April 2025, The Carriageworks Theatre in Millennium Square will be transformed into a vibrant

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4 April 2025

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Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum – Landmark Exhibition Brings Rare Roman Artefacts to UK for the First Time

For the first time in the UK, the internationally acclaimed exhibition Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum arrives at the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds, from 28 June to 2 November 2025. Having captivated over one million visitors worldwid

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3 April 2025

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