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Leeds Playhouse announces major revival of August Wilson’s Fences as first Autumn 2026 season show

Leeds Playhouse has announced its first show of the Autumn/Winter 2026 working with pioneering theatre company, Headlong on a brand-new production of August Wilson’s Fences directed by award-winning Daniel Bailey (Red Pitch). This is a co-produc

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22 January 2026

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What’s on at Harewood this February Half Term

Saturday 14 – Sunday 22 February   Looking for the perfect family day out near Leeds, Harrogate or York? Harewood offers a whole world of free family fun included with every t

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20 January 2026

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Northern Ballet announces return of triple bill programme, Three Short Ballets

Northern Ballet presents Three Short Ballets Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre, Leeds

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20 January 2026

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INTERVIEW: Director Holly Race Roughan discusses staging one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays

A Midsummer Night’s Dream, which comes to the Quarry Theatre at Leeds Playhouse from 14 – 28 February, is the striking new production from Headlong’s Artistic Director Holly Race Roughan. The production shows

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20 January 2026

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THE GLEE CLUB BANISHES THE JANUARY BLUES WITH BRILLIANT NEW YEAR LINE UP AND HALF PRICE TICKETS

Need cheering up this January? The year is starting on a high note as The Glee Club launches its ‘January, But Funny’ comedy season, bringing big laughs to the city throughout the month. Every weekend in January, comedy fans can enjoy p

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16 January 2026

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Leeds renews cycling’s French connection with Grand Départ host city role

The international sporting spotlight is set to shine on Leeds once again following its confirmation as a host location for the Grand Départ of 2027’s Tour de France Femmes avec Zwi

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16 January 2026

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Magical new reimagining of The Little Mermaid comes to Leeds Playhouse

Little M celebrates difference and embraces acceptance using puppetry and dance for audiences aged 8+ Have you ever wondered what’s below the surface? Little M takes audiences on a deep dive

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12 January 2026

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The game is afoot with a thrilling new Sherlock Holmes adventure at Leeds Playhouse

A world premiere based on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous detective is coming to the Courtyard Theatre at Leeds Playhouse as part of a major UK tour. Created by the team behind Blackeyed Theatre’s acclaimed

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12 January 2026

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Merrion Centre Once Again Hosts Leeds City Centre’s Biggest Chinese New Year Celebrations for 2026

The Merrion Centre in Leeds is set to once again host the city centre’s largest Chinese New Year celebration in 2026, welcoming the Year of the Horse with an exciting programme

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12 January 2026

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OATLY HELPS BRING FIRST-EVER VEGAN ‘BUNDO CHAAT’ TO BUNDOBUST FANS

 Oatly, the world’s original and largest oat drink company, has announced its latest collaboration with cult Indian street-food brand Bundobust – join

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7 January 2026

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