SEPTEMBER AT THE GRAND and THE VARIETIES

Step into our venues this September for a wide range of exciting shows.

Leeds Grand Theatre is full to bursting with blockbuster musicals, including Operation Mincemeat, Heathers the Musical and The Ballad of Johnny and June, and some of the biggest names in comedy including Phil Wang, Maisie Adam, Mike Wozniak and John Cleese.

Across the road at City Varieties, we have entertainment for everyone with a whopping 25 different shows, ranging from stand-up comedy and improv, to tribute acts and original live music, to National Theatre Live screenings and variety shows.

Following smash-hit runs in London, New York and three record-breaking UK & Ireland tours, Heathers the Musical is wickedly funny, deliciously dark and full of big fun!

Operation Mincemeat is the 2024 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical. Singin’ in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train, Operation Mincemeat is the fast-paced, hilarious and unbelievable true story of the twisted secret mission that won us World War II.

Johnny Cash. June Carter. Two voices that changed music forever. The Ballad of Johnny and June is a brand-new musical that brings the remarkable true story of country music’s most iconic couple to the stage.

Direct from the West End, Emerald Storm is the electrifying new dance phenomenon from Adam Garcia, the acclaimed stage and screen star behind some of theatre’s biggest hits. Fusing the fire of Irish dance with the grit of urban tap, this high-octane production explodes with rhythm, passion and pure spectacle.

Part stand-up, part storytelling and part conversation with himself (and with you), this new live show sees Lenny return to the experiences that shaped him while also exploring the ideas, challenges and creative sparks driving him today.

The grumpiest uncle in showbiz is back. Fresh from travelling the world (and smashing it as a top husband and bunny-stepdad), the UK’s leading de-influencer returns with a brand-new stand-up show. Expect fresh jokes, furious rants, and ridiculous stories – all delivered with Tez’s trademark smart, silly, and subversive humour.

Let us take you on a gloriously nostalgic trip back to the golden days of traditional music hall and variety. For your ‘delight and delectation’, this talented company offers song, dance, magic and laughter as they pay tribute once again to the many great stars who appeared on one of BBC’s longest-running series, The Good Old Days.

World Book Day Ambassador and best-selling author, MC Grammar, is back and this time he’s bringin’… Bigger beats, bigger laughs and even bigger family fun! Grab your caps and shades and get ready for the ultimate family party!

Leveret is a highly acclaimed English folk trio renowned for their innovative approach to traditional music, blending consummate musicianship with captivating spontaneity.

Musical meteor Jazz Emu was born to please you. ‘Total and Utter Audience Satisfaction’ is his middle name – finally, after a long and financially ruinous Deed Poll process. But he’s feeling uneasy. A review described his last show as ‘a bit much’. What? Was his 17th stage-dive too tastefully executed? Not this time. This time, he’s living up to his middle-namesake.