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Culture for all |
Scott Hall Road Leeds United Kingdom http://www.chapelallerton.org.uk/ |
An event that culture vultures are sure to savour, the Chapel Allerton Arts Festival has grown in popularity since its inception. Highlights include a poetry cabaret at the Festival Marquee and free live music on the Regent Street stage. Other activities include street theatre, a town crier, mask making workshops and a battle of the bands, held at various venues through town, including the Methodist Centre and the Chapel Allerton Centre. Admission varies depending upon the activity. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional music hall |
Swan Street Leeds LS1 6LW United Kingdom +44 113 243 0808 |
Originally home to the White Swan Pub in the 18th Century, City Varieties became a music hall in 1865 and remains to this day one of the few and best-maintained in Britain. In its heyday, performers such as Houdini and a pre-fame Charlie Chaplin graced its stage - today Ken Dodd and Joe Pasquale are more likely candidates. However, don't be put off - City Varieties plays host to a range of entertainment including cabaret, opera, musicals and, notably, it's a major venue in Leeds for stand-up comedians. Average prices range from around £6 to £12 depending on show, seat and time. Concessions are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Century-old city theatre |
46 New Briggate Leeds LS1 6NZ United Kingdom +44 0870 121 4901 www.leedsgrandtheatre.com |
Since opening in 1878, The Grand has staged an incredible range of performances and played host to some of the most famous names in theater. From ballet and opera, to stand-up comedy and drama, the Grand has been entertaining audiences with diverse tastes for over 100 years. In this time, it has developed associations with several esteemed companies; including the English National Ballet and Opera North. The Grand also stages a number of one-off performances. Standing its ground, despite the growing success of the West Yorkshire Playhouse, the Grand retains its traditional balconied interior and décor, giving it a historic character not present in modern establishments. Discounts are available for groups, senior citizens and students. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Venues across the university campus |
University of Leeds Leeds LS2 9JT United Kingdom +44 113 233 2584 / +44 113 243 1751 http://www.leeds.ac.uk/music/d... |
If you're a bit of a culture vulture, chances are that you'll find something to entertain you at The University of Leeds. From its range of arts and lecture theatres, the university brings you musicals, plays, lectures and classical features. Music fans should definitely make an effort to catch the regular Thursday lunchtime classical music recital by talented Leeds students in the Clothworkers Centenary Concert Hall. Performances and lectures are in the University's Parkinson Court, Great Hall, Raven Theatre, Emmanual Theatre and Riley Smith Hall. Most of these theatres have disabled access. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Internationally acclaimed playhouse |
Quarry Hill (Playhouse Square) Leeds LS2 7UP United Kingdom +44 113 213 7700 http://www.wyplayhouse.com/ |
Luvvies will love the internationally-acclaimed West Yorkshire Playhouse. Its reputation as one of the best theatres outside London is well deserved; productions range from innovative, contemporary plays to toe-tapping musicals. In the past, the theatre has attracted a veritable who's who of modern British theatre, including Prunella Scales, Timothy West, Steven Berkoff and Patrick Stewart. Prices range from EUR3-EUR30, depending upon seat, time, day and play. Review © 2007, Wcities |