Leeds Lit Fest -Dr Ellen Welch: Why Can’t I See My GP?

UK general practice has reached crisis point. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has placed a strain on an already crumbling primary care service, leaving both patients and NHS staff struggling. Seventy-five years after the NHS was created, Dr Ellen Welch lifts the curtain on general practice. She looks back on the history of the profession exploring how the job has changed – particularly since the pandemic – then ahead to what the future of general practice might look like.

Leeds Lit Fest - Alice Mcllroy: The Glass Woman

'Pioneering scientist Iris Henderson awakes with no memories in a hospital bed. She is told that she is the first test-subject for an experimental therapy, placing a piece of AI technology into her brain. She is also told that she volunteered for it. But Iris doesn’t know what the therapy is or why she would choose it. Everyone warns her to leave it alone. But as she scratches beneath the surface of her seemingly happy marriage and successful career, a catastrophic chain of events is set in motion, and secrets are revealed that have the capacity to destroy her whole life.'

Painting The Town Ruby

International drag artist* and Drag Idol runner-up Ruby DeLong dazzles Leeds with her sensational one woman show, "Painting The Town Ruby”.

Following the sold-out success and rave reviews of the February debut, Ruby is ecstatic to bring the magic to LEEDS, the birthplace of her drag odyssey!

“Prepare for uproarious stand-up comedy, outrageously campy performances, and captivating tales, all revolving around everyone's favourite subject: me” - Ruby DeLong

Indulge in cabaret-style seating with intervals to ensure you can drink the bar dry!

Big Band and Nicki Allan - The Northern Swing Orchestra

Swing Into Sunday with The Northern Swing Orchestra!

Featuring the Sensational 16-Piece Big Band & the return of the wonderful Nicki Allan!  

Dive into a spectacular Sunday afternoon filled with the electrifying energy of Big Band music. Let the vibrant rhythms and captivating melodies of The Northern Swing Orchestra transport you to a world where music comes alive!

Tickets: Only £7!
Under 16s FREE!

Don't miss this extraordinary journey of music, magic, and unforgettable memories. Grab your tickets now and swing into a Sunday like no other!

Ajosepo

On the eve of Dapo’s dream wedding to Tani in a luxurious hotel, brothers Jide and Dapo stumble upon an awkward situation involving their father and Tani’s aunt. Desperate to save their wedding from scandal, they embark on a journey filled with close calls and misadventures. as the celebration quickly spirals into a dramatic clash of family secrets, tensions, and shocking discoveries that threaten to unravel their future together.

If Only I Could Hibernate

When gifted high school student Ulzii unexpectedly wins a local physics competition in Mongolia’s capital city Ulaanbaatar, he sees a chance to escape his deprived neighbourhood by competing in the national finals for the chance of a university scholarship. But when his struggling mother returns to the countryside in search of work, he has to balance the demands of looking after his younger siblings during a harsh winter with pursuing his academic dreams.

CrAFTERwork

Decompress and chill in the Drawing Room with your unfinished project or your next crafting adventure!

Get help from others, delve into the inspirational Art Library  books and resources. Start something new, share a skill or simply find a space to get on with your craft and listen to a great playlist.

Hot drinks are provided. 

This is for those 16+ 
£4 [T]

This is an unstructured session. Please bring your own project.

Sewing machines, an overlocker, and Cricut will be available.

Ed Gamble: Hot Diggity Dog

Ed Gamble has minced a load of meat (thoughts), piped it into a casing (show) and it’s coming to a bun (venue) near you – and he’s back by popular demand!

There will be all your classic Gamble ranting, raving, and spluttering but he’s doing fine mentally. Promise.

Co-host of the award-winning mega-hit podcast Off Menu with James Acaster, judge on Great British Menu, Taskmaster champion and host of Taskmaster the Podcast, and has his own special Blood Sugar available worldwide on Amazon Prime.