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MARCH AT LEEDS HERITAGE THEATRES

2nd March 2026

This March, Leeds Grand Theatre is the place to be as we host the world premiere of Northern Ballet’s thrilling production of Gentleman Jack before offering the last chance to see West End mega hit TINA – the Tina Turner Musical as the final venue on its UK & Ireland tour. To get excited for this inspiring musical, you can currently see the iconic costumes on display in the Click and Collect area of John Lewis before they take to the stage.
Over the road at City Varieties, we have comedy galore, ranging from stand-up comedians like Seann Walsh and Thomas Green, to our annual Laugh in the Face of Cancer event and Neil Brand’s 100 Years Celebration of Laurel & Hardy. If you’re looking for live music, enjoy everything from A Country Night in Nashville to big band hits from the hilarious Crooners.
A SELECTION OF SHOWS AT LEEDS GRAND THEATRE IN MARCH 2026:
Northern Ballet’s Gentleman Jack: Sat 7 – Sat 14 March
Masters of storytelling, Northern Ballet bring to the stage the extraordinary story of Anne Lister – better known as Gentleman Jack.
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TINA the musical, c. Johan Persson
 
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical: Tue 17 March – Sat 4 April
As the final venue on the UK & Ireland tour, don’t miss your last chance to see West End mega hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her iconic hits, including The Best, What’s Love Got To Do With It?, Private Dancer and River Deep, Mountain High, discover the heart and soul behind the queen of rock ‘n’ roll.
A SELECTION OF SHOWS AT CITY VARIETIES IN MARCH 2026:
 
An Evening with Adam Frost: Mon 9 March
Award-winning British garden designer and BBC Gardeners’ World presenter Adam Frost is stepping beyond the garden gate and hitting the road again after his sell-out tour during 2025.
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The Christians
The Christians: Wed 18 March
Fans can expect a night filled with classic hits, fan favourites, and soulful performances that showcase exactly why iconic Liverpool soul-pop group The Christians continue to be regarded as one of Britain’s finest live acts.
Andrew Newton: The Hypnotist Live!: Sat 21 March
World-famous hypnotist Andrew Newton returns to The Varieties with his hilarious one-man show.
One Man, Two Guvnors: Thu 26 – Sat 28 March
Set in 1960s Brighton and packed with physical comedy, mistaken identities, and live music, One Man, Two Guvnors is a riotous celebration of slapstick, satire, and sheer theatrical fun – performed by Leeds Conservatoire.
Eliza Carthy and Special Guests: The Songs of Martin Carthy: Sun 29 March
In the wake of Martin Carthy’s unexpected recent retirement, Eliza Carthy has drawn together a community of varied and talented musicians, all of whom have played a role in Martin’s outstanding career.
Garth Marenghi: This Bursted Earth Book Tour: Mon 30 March
From the fevered imagination of Horror Fiction’s Grand Frightener, Garth Marenghi, author of Sunday Times-Bestselling Garth Marenghi’s TerrorTome and Garth Marenghi’s Incarcerat, comes three freshly rancid tales of… This Bursted Earth.
 
To see what’s on and book tickets, visit leedsheritagetheatres.com.