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A DOG'S TALE - Leeds Guide
Mikron Theatre Company present A Dog’s Tale A new play by Poppy Hollman Director: Rachel Gee Composer and Musical Director: Rebekah Hughes Designer: Celia Perkins Cast: Rachel Benson, Thomas Cotran, James McLean and Elizabeth Robin PERFORMANCES: Saturday 5 June at 6pm – The Holbeck, 3 Jenkinson Lawn, Holbeck, Leeds, LS11 9QX Tuesday 8 June at 6pm – Zapato Brewery, Unit 1a Holme Mills, West Slaithwaite Road, Marsden, Huddersfield, HD7 6LS Wednesday 14th July at 3pm – The Courtyard – Lawrence...
BONGO'S GOT TALENT-LIVE SHOW
Bongo’s Got Talent – New Free Live Show Launches This Saturday 9th January 2021 Launch show goes live 8pm at: WWW.TWITCH.COM/BONGOSBINGO With the reality now sinking in of the new lockdown, it is fair to say that 2021 is, so far, a continuation of 2020. With precious few highlights to cherish in what has truly been an incredibly challenging 10 months for everyone, being cooped up again across the UK is a sobering thought. But fear not.
SOCKSHOP ANNOUNCES NEW STORE OPENING
Leading sock and hosiery retailer SOCKSHOP are excited to announce the opening of a new store at Trinity Leeds. The new opening signals the retail expansion of the brand and joins the existing SOCKSHOP Store at the Manchester Arndale Centre, plus a host of concessions across the UK and it’s innovative and convenient sock vending machine in London. Championing socks as the unsung hero of our wardrobes, SOCKSHOP are known as leading designers and innovators of socks with purpose.
STUDENT FESTIVAL FORTNIGHT
Leeds shopping centres launch TWO WEEKS of student offers with a Student Festival Fortnight Offers at Trinity Leeds include up to 50% off student favourites and free Apple AirPods* Meanwhile students can snap up 30% off at Jack Jones and 10% off at Debenhams clothing and beauty by taking a trip to White Rose Shopping Centre Annual student night has been adapted to an extended event to comply with social distancing Students must register on website to sign up for Festival Fortnight Pass 21st...
GET GREGG'S DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR
GREGGS DELIVERY ON JUST EAT NOW AVAILABLE IN LEEDS Greggs is now available for delivery exclusively on Just Eat in Leeds! Sausage Rolls, Sausage and Bean Melts and Steak Bakes are the most ordered items on Just Eat since Greggs reopened. Weekday lunchtime orders proving popular as Brits working from home look for a tasty lunchtime lift. Greggs’ famous Bakes, Baguettes and sweet treats can now be delivered directly to homes and offices across Leeds, exclusively with Just Eat.
BARRE AND BODY LIVE CLASSES
HARROGATE BARRE INSTRUCTOR SUPPORTS MULTI-TASKING WOMEN OF THE REGION HELPING THEM CARVE OUT TIME OUT TO DE-STRESS A fitness instructor from Harrogate is doing her bit to help stressed out women from across the region and beyond, unwind and reconnect with their minds and bodies whilst in lockdown.
A SINGULARITY-BY DAMIAN JONES
A Singularity – by Damian Jones How far would you go to save the world you love? Who would you really be prepared to sacrifice? A Singularity is a thriller set in the near-future as the ramifications of the climate emergency take hold. The novel’s two protagonists, Selene and Mark, embark on a fraught journey to make a stand against the planet’s accelerating decline and the lack of urgency to combat it.
BONGO'S BINGO LIVE FROM THE BUNGALOW TONIGHT!
LADbible and Bongo’s Bingo unite to launch the world’s biggest bingo night LADbible, the leading social youth publisher and Bongo’s Bingo, the outrageous live adult bingo night, have teamed up to create the world’s biggest live bingo night and live stream parts of the hugely popular show to LADbible’s 39 million Facebook followers this Friday night.
ILKLEY CARNIVAL COVER COMPETITION RETURNS!
Get involved! Local children to be inspired by creative carnival competition The annual Ilkley Carnival Cover Competition is returning for another year as the build-up to the 2020 event begins. This year’s theme, ‘Our Planet’, highlights the importance of environmental issues and the competition encourages children (aged 5-16) to get creative and transform their ideas through a drawing, painting or digital design that reflects the theme.
VALENTINES'S / GALENTINE'S DAY AT THE ALCHEMIST
Enjoy a Star-Aligned Cocktail at The Alchemist this Valentine’s Day This Valentine’s Day, The Alchemist is partnering with Hendrick’s Gin for its latest menu creation ‘Give Me a Sign’. The Alchemist is over swiping left and right, DMs and ghosting and is offering some love insight straight from the stars to help drinks lovers meet their perfect cocktail match. ‘The Sign’ offers a personalised cocktail based around individual’s star sign.
NATIONAL YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA @LEEDS TOWN HALL
31.01.2020 • 19:30 NATIONAL YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA Leeds Town Hall • The Headrow • Leeds • LS1 3AD BUY TICKETS In its 54 years, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra has helped launch the careers of many of the UK’s most-admired jazz singers and instrumentalists, such as Amy Winehouse, Kwabs, Laura Jurd, Yazz Ahmed, Espa, Stan Sulzmann, and Gwilym Simcock. In this concert, the orchestra delivers a programme celebrating the greatest jazz classics ever written.
CARAVAN PALACE TO PERFORM AT LEEDS
Parisian electronic alchemists Caravan Palace announce a show at the O2 Academy in Leeds, on Friday January 24th as part of their 2020 tour. The band released their new sonically explosive album ‘Chronologic’ on August 30th 2019. Following on from the huge success of their last studio album, 2015’s <I°_°I>, could have seemed quite the task for the band.
BONGO'S BINGO IS BACK!
Bongo’s Bingo St Patrick’s Day Specials – B*witched are back Leeds date is Wednesday 18th March This St Patrick’s, the international party phenomenon, Bongo’s Bingo, are delivering a series of explosive and immersive high energy themed shows across the UK with iconic Irish pop group, B*witched in March.
5K OBSTACLE COURSE RETURNS TO LEEDS
WORLD’S BIGGEST 5K OBSTACLE COURSE SET TO RETURN TO LEEDS Harewood House will stage event for fifth successive year in April 2020 One of seven Gung Ho! events in UK – only one in Yorkshire Early bird registration open until Monday 6th January Dig out the trainers from the back of the wardrobe as the world’s biggest 5K obstacle course is heading back to Leeds for a fifth successive year this spring.
SANTA'S SLEIGH SPOTTED - Leeds Guide
(Image: Bevan Cockerill) SANTA’S SLEIGH SPOTTED IN LEEDS CITY CENTRE Victoria Leeds celebrates the ho-ho-holiday season in style A festive wonderland has been unveiled outside Victoria Gate as the city’s most-magical Santa’s Grotto officially opens its doors for the holiday season. The traditional Grotto offers families the chance to visit the jolliest Christmas character of them all.
THE ISLEY BROTHERS 60TH UK TOUR
‘YOU MAKE ME WANNA SHOUT’ 60TH ANNIVERSARY UK TOUR 2020 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, The Isley Brothers, have announced their return to the UK for the first time in over a decade as part of their 2020 European tour, following on from their ‘You Make Me Wanna Shout’ US tour earlier this year celebrating the 60th anniversary since they first released their classic single ‘Shout’.
DANCE ARTIST DESIGNS CHRISTMAS SHOWCASE
Award Winning Dance Artist Designs Christmas Showcase Community Black Achiever Award winning Nillanthie Morton choreographs sell-out show for Leeds-based RJC Dance An inclusive black dance organisation will showcase the work of award-winning Nillanthie Morton and their youth provision at their popular Christmas show. The event takes place on Friday, 13th and Saturday, 14th December at The Northern School of Contemporary Dance in Chapeltown, Leeds.
ANDY AND THE ODD SOCKS ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM AND TOUR
ANDY AND THE ODD SOCKS ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM ‘WHO’S IN THE ODD SOCKS?’ PRE-ORDER AND 2020 TOUR DATES Andy and the Odd Socks have today announced the 2020 tour dates and album pre-order bundle package. Fans can now pre-order the new Who’s In The Odd Socks? album through the band’s official store and receive exclusive pre-sale access to meet and greet tickets from the band’s upcoming tour.
OVER 55'S DANCE CLASSES
Phoenix Dance Theatre are launching weekly dance classes, welcoming adults aged 55+ aiming to reduce isolation, improve physical and mental well-being as well help you gain strength and improve mobility.
TEMPERLY LONDON OPENS POP UP STORE IN LEEDS
Temperley London to open pop-up store in Victoria Leeds Leading British Brand opens first store outside the South East British brand Temperley London is to open its first standalone store outside the South East in Hammerson’s flagship destination Victoria Leeds tomorrow (Friday 15th November). The retail space will be stocking the Temperley London Autumn and Winter 2019 collections, along with a select offering of their iconic Bridal collection.
THE VINTAGE HOME POP UP
The Vintage Home Pop Up brings together a carefully curated, cool-as-hell mixture of vintage, retro & bohemian furniture and home wares to Leeds’ iconic Corn Exchange. The pop up is a collaboration between Space Vintage Home, head honcho at the long-established Space vintage shop in Harrogate; Moonbow Vintage & York’s Oh So Retro bringing together some of the best in Mid Century design & living in the heart of the city.
AUDLEY CLEVEDON COMPLETES REFURBISHMENT
Audley announces completion of extensive refurbishment Retirement village and fine dining restaurant, Audley Clevedon, in Ben Rhydding, has completed a grand refurbishment to refresh and update its facilities. The 10-week project has seen a full renovation including the bar and restaurant areas, which host regular live music and themed nights. Other areas such as the spa and salon have also been updated with a complete make over and new furniture and to reflect the investment made.
BONGO'S BINGO CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
Bongo’s Bingo Christmas Special Wednesday 11th December, Leeds, 02 Academy The revolutionary party phenomenon, Bongo’s Bingo, are putting their own unique spin on Christmas this festive season as they announce their Leeds Christmas Special which will take place on Wednesday 11th December at the 02 Academy. The Bongo’s Bingo team are back to deliver an unmissable show bursting with magic, mayhem and a whole lot of festive love.
HARROGATE KNITTING & STITCHING SHOW COMPETITION
New Harrogate Knitting & Stitching Show competition puts dressmaking and upcycling skills to the test Could you put your dressmaking skills and green credentials to the test? The Knitting & Stitching Show Harrogate has a brand new competition for skilled, eco-minded seamstresses and tailors. With a focus on sustainability and environmental awareness, the exciting new competition has three categories, all using recycled fabric and materials.
ILLUMINATED SEESAWS TO TOUR THE NORTH
Wave-Field, the hugely popular travelling light installation will be embarking on a tour of the north of England, from October to December 2019. The world famous interactive musical Seesaws will be kick-starting the UK tour at Light Night Leeds on the 10th of October, continuing on to Lightpool Festival (Blackpool), Crewe Town and finally Lightwaves Festival in Salford Quays on the 6-15 December.
THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA…SLIPPERS
VICTORIA LEEDS LAUNCHES INSTAGRAN – LEEDS FIRST PERSONAL SHOPPING SERVICE FROM AN OAP To coincide with National Senior Citizens Day (Wednesday 21st August), Victoria Leeds welcomed a personal shopping service with a difference.
- Leeds Guide
PIZZA DE RÉSISTANCE Local pizzeria raises £1800 during Macmillan charity week Pizza making has reached new heights after two pizzeria managers flared dough atop Snowdon Mountain, with a Leeds pizzeria contributing to the cause and raising £1800 over the course of the week. Pizzeria managers, John Henderson-Smith and Darren Gray from Glasgow and Gretna have taken part in an incredible 10 peak challenge for charity – by doing the five peak challenge TWICE.
BONGO'S BINGO RETURNS TO SHEFFIELD
(Image Credit: James Chapman) BONGO’S BINGO RETURNS TO SHEFFIELD’S 02 ACADEMY WITH STUDENT SPECIAL ON TUESDAY 24TH AND FLAGSHIP FRIDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER Coco Pops showers, Shania Twain mega mixes and the chance to take home a cut out of Phillip Schofield; where else other than Bongo’s Bingo?
BONGO'S BINGO RETURNS TO LEEDS
(Image: Craig Chapman) Bongo’s Bingo returns to Canal Mills for a double show weekender June 21st and 22nd This Friday and Saturday, the outrageously wild Bongo’s Bingo will be returning to their Leeds home, Canal Mills, with a double show weekender. Rich Furness and his sultry sidekick duo will be gracing the stage, hosting two nights of incredible bingo rave madness, and there are still a limited number of tickets available for those who wish to join in the chaos.
SUNSET ON THE SUMMER SOLSTICE
From Distillery to Dusk; Peculiar adventure visits six The Botanist bars nationwide on 21st June before sunset on the Summer Solstice Gin Journey starts at Hendrick’s Gin Palace distillery in Girvan, South West Scotland and travels 400 miles in just 15 hours Summer Solstice adventure sees Hendrick’s gin extraordinaire opening his ‘case of curiosities’ at The Botanist Trinity-Leeds ‘Case of curiosities’ celebrates arrival of Hendrick’s Midsummer Solstice Gin and unlocks round of free G&Ts for...
REGIONAL 'BEST BOURBON BARTENDER' CROWNED
Leeds Hosts Regional ‘Bourbon Battle’ and Crowns the North of England’s Best Bourbon Bartender A gruelling regional ‘Bourbon Battle’ that took place at The Lost and Found in Leeds, hosted by handcrafted Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey, Rebel Yell has declared Lewis Parry to be the North of England’s Best Bourbon Bartender – making him one step closer to a dream trip to Kentucky.
ASHLEY BLAKER & IMRAN YUSUF-PROPHET SHARING
ASHLEY BLAKER AND IMRAN YUSUF: PROPHET SHARING 11th June Leeds: Carriageworks Two great religions. Two great comedians.
'THE UKRAINIANS' TO PERFORM MUZIKANTES FESTIVAL
Coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the release of The Wedding Present’s three legendary Peel Sessions, The Ukrainians’ new album ‘Summer in Lviv’ is based on guitarist Peter Solowka and vocalist/fiddle player Len Liggins’s experiences in western Ukraine last summer, where they discovered the rejuvenated, modern, vibrant and forward-looking city of Lviv, whose official motto is ‘Live, work and enjoy yourself’.
YORKSHIRE DANCE ANNOUNCES FULL LINE UP
Yorkshire Dance announces full line up for its upcoming innovative and vibrant Encounters Festival Yorkshire Dance has today announced the full line up for Encounters, a 2 day Pay As You Feel festival, exploring gender diversity through dance. The third festival of its kind, Encounters brings together inspiring dance artists, local families and diverse audiences to share food, conversation and performance at Yorkshire Dance’s venue in Leeds.
THE NORTHERN'S ANTIQUES FAIR
(Room-set created by Elaine Phillips Antiques showing a pair of 18th century girandoles, price £2,250 with a Spanish walnut table of the same period, price £2,950) HARROGATE’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS ANTIQUES AND FINE ART FAIR Held in association with BADA, The Northern Antiques Fair returns to Hall M, Harrogate Convention Centre, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG1 2SY from Thursday 3 to Sunday 6 October 2019.
ASPINAL OF LONDON OPENS NEW STORE IN LEEDS!
Aspinal of London open a new store in the Victoria Quarter, Leeds On Monday 13th May 2019, British luxury leather-goods and accessories brand, Aspinal of London opened their doors to a brand new store in the beautiful Victoria Quarter shopping district. Taking inspiration from the brand’s flagship home, the new unit will cover 1000sq ft in total over two floors, showcasing a beautiful dark oak floor, wallpapered walls featuring dado rail and wood panelled units.
THE VANGUARD RENAMED BY YOU!
The Vanguard Renamed 10th May 2019: The family owners of innovative day-to-night café bar The Vanguard, which opened on Duncan Street in January 2019, are being forced to change the name of the popular venue. The team, who also own Rolands and The Domino Club, has decided to let Leeds suggest a new name in exchange for free coffee for life* and £100 weekend brunch tab. Runner up suggestions will have the auspicious honour of being made into signature cocktails.
RITUALS COSMETICS SET TO OPEN IN LEEDS TRINITY CENTRE
RITUALS COSMETICS OPENS IN THE TRINITY CENTRE, LEEDS ON FRIDAY 10TH MAY On Friday 10th May 2019, Rituals Cosmetics will open its doors in the popular shopping destination, Trinity Centre Leeds. Located in the heart of the city, the Trinity Center offers a unique and exciting shopping experience to its visitors. With recorded highs of 130,000 visitors a day, the Trinity Centre is home to a wide array of brands paired with an eclectic mix of vibrant restaurants and street food vans under one roof.
REBEL YELL SEARCHES FOR NORTH'S BEST BARTENDER
Can you Shake Your Way to a Dream Trip to Kentucky? Rebel Yell calls for Yorkshire bartenders to enter its ‘Bourbon Battle’ to be in with a chance of reaching Leeds’ semi-final on 29th May Handcrafted Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey, Rebel Yell, is searching for the UK’s best bourbon bartender, with the chance to win a visit to its state-of-the-art distillery on the Bourbon Trail during the Kentucky Bourbon Festival in September.
BONGO'S BINGO LEEDS MAY DATES
BONGO’S BINGO LEEDS MAY DATES Bongo’s Bingo will continue to cause chaos at their Leeds home, Canal Mills, throughout May with four new weekend dates, swapping the usual midweek spots for some Friday and Saturday night shows. The days of struggling through work and lectures hungover are in the past – hallelujah! The run of new shows are across May 3rd, 10th, 17th and 18th are all on sale now.
FROM THE JAM THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT
From The Jam “That’s Entertainment” 9th May 2019, The Brudenell, Leeds https://www.fromthejamofficial.com/ “Blown away by this band- you must see them if you can!” – Jeremy Vine, BBC Radio 2 From The Jam comprised of legendary former ‘The Jam’ bassist Bruce Foxton, vocalist & guitarist Russell Hastings, drummer Mike Randon, and Andy Fairclough on Hammond and piano, are to tour their ‘That’s Entertainment’ show this year.
MOUNTAINEERING LEGEND BRINGS TALK TO LEEDS
Mountaineering Legend, Conrad Anker, brings Hold Fast to UK stages Climber who found Mallory’s body brings talk to UK audiences Considered one of the world’s greatest climbers and mountaineers of our time, Conrad Anker has numerous first ascents to his name, including the focus of the stunning feature film, Meru, as he led the first successful ascent of the hugely challenging Himalayan Meru Central pillar.
LINKS OF LONDON BRINGS WAH LONDON TO LEEDS
Links of London brings WAH London to Victoria Leeds To celebrate its new Wholehearted jewellery collection, Links of London has partnered with cult nail manicurists WAH LONDON to host an exclusive pop-up nail bar in Victoria Leeds on Friday, 22 March. WAH has curated six bespoke nail art designs, inspired by the new collection. During the exclusive event, WAH will be offering complimentary luxury manicures for shoppers who spend over £150 in store.
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(Credit Image: Sara Kauss) SARAH DARLING COMING TO BRUDENELL SOCIAL CLUB, LEEDS ON MARCH 21ST 2019 STREAM ‘CALL ME’ VIA YOUTUBE LISTEN TO ‘CALL ME’ VIA STREAMING SERVICES Following the release of her new single ‘Call Me’, country singer-songwriter Sarah Darling announces a string of tour dates taking place in March 2019.
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(Credit Image: Graham flack) SHAKIN’ STEVENS coming to Town Hall, Leeds on 24th March 2019 Tickets go on sale 10am on Friday, 14 September from the venue box offices, BookingsDirect.com and select authorised agents. Shakin’ Stevens announces an 18 date tour for March 2019. The platinum-selling entertainer and performer will be joined by his band to perform fan favourites, surprises and, of course, his much-loved hits including ‘Oh Julie’, ‘Hot Dog’ and ‘This Ole House’.
FROM THE JAM - 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
(Credit Image: Derek D’Souza) Website // Facebook // Twitter From The Jam bring their “All Mod Cons – 40th Anniversary Tour” to Town Hall,Leeds on 15th March 2019 “Blown away by this band- you must see them if you can!” – Jeremy Vine, BBC Radio 2 From the Jam is comprised of legendary former ‘The Jam’ bassist Bruce Foxton, vocalist & guitarist Russell Hastings, drummer Mike Randon, and Andy Fairclough on Hammond and piano.
SOUL LEGENDS - Leeds Guide
Soul Legends – Feel the heart. Share the soul. Live the legends.
- Leeds Guide
Soak Presents FAC 51 The Hacienda @ Church Leeds Friday 19th April 2019 / 10PM To 330AM Inner City Live DJ’s : Kevin Saunderson, Graeme Park, Ralph Lawson & Marshall Church, 171-179 Woodhouse Lane, LS2 3AR Tickets On Sale Friday 18th Jan 10 AM Here – http://bit.ly/FAC51HaciendaSoakTickets www.churchleeds.com FAC 51 The Hacienda & Soak continue their run of events with the fourth in a series of special shows, back at Church Leeds on Easter Good Friday 19th April with its first live booking as...
BONGOS BINGO B*WITCHED SPECIAL
Bongo’s Bingo Leeds B*Witched special on Sunday 17th March Wednesday dates in the city include 23rd and 30th Jan and 6th, 20th and 27th February, and 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th March Bongo’s Bingo is very proud to be back in Leeds, kick-starting 2019 in spectacular style. March features an epic show with some very special guests which will be the talk of the town, as well as midweek madness on most Wednesdays and a range of Saturday shows throughout the coming weeks in the city.
SYMBOLIC GOLDEN BRICK LAID AT THACKERAY MEDICAL MUSEUM
Thackray Medical Museum is celebrating the placement of a symbolic ‘golden brick’ in its new ‘Thackray in LEGO® Bricks’ model just in time for the new year. The ‘golden brick’ is the 1,861st LEGO brick to be laid in the model, a nod to the heritage of the Museum itself, which was originally constructed as a workhouse in the year 1861, serving many different medical purposes over the years until Thackray Medical Museum opened in 1997.
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