Like protest songs? Neither does Grace Petrie – and she’s been singing them for 15 politically disastrous years. No longer able to meet the deadened eyes or desperate hopes of left-wing audiences, she reckons there’s no better time for a feel-good show! Depressed by fascism, misogyny and eco-destruction? Sounds like YOUR climate needs a change!
A journey of original choral music, featuring works by Kerensa Briggs, Knut Nystedt and Robert Schumann, as well as by members of the choir. Come with us on a musical voyage of longing and hope in the beautiful setting of All Souls' Church.
In this final concert of our 2024-25 season, we will perform the complete cycle of Nystedt's "Prayers of Kierkegaard", which we have been building up during the year, as well as all four of Schumann's songs for double choir. We also introduce two works by contemporary British composer, Kerensa Briggs.
Jan Bulley is a mixed media artist, ceramicist and printmaker based in Boston Spa near Wetherby (venue no.9). With a previous background in garden design, plants and landscape are integral to Jan’s work which has evolved into a fluid semi-abstract style capturing ephemeral tranquility and atmosphere.
Jan is one of the 27 artists and makers opening their studios for the annual Artists Around Wetherby Open Studios.
Each venue provides refreshments, including homemade cakes, for a donation to our chosen charity - this year we are supporting Yorkshire Cancer Research.
Clare Balding really needs no introduction at all! The much-loved broadcaster, sports presenter and award winning author is heading to Farsley to talk about her new novel ‘Pastures New’.
Out in September, the book is Clare’s warm, funny and enormously enjoyable debut novel for adults, set in Monmouthshire.
About ‘Pastures New’
Sometimes home is where you least expect it…
Alex has perfected the art of dodging responsibility during her almost 40 years — until an unexpected letter turns her life upside down.
Join artist and tutor Jo in this fabulous workshop, you will be guided with various watercolour portrait techniques.
This free flowing workshop will focus on using various mediums such as salt and different surfaces - images will be provided but feel free to bring along a photo of someone you would like to paint.
Please note - this workshop is only suitable for adults 18+
Kerrang'd return to Leeds by popular demand after lifting the roof off Irish Centre. If you missed it, make sure you get tickets before it sells out!
The UK's definitive live tribute to the Kerrang! era are ready to bring their must see live experience to Eiger Studios! From pop-punk bangers to heavy singalong classics, alternative emo anthems and nu-metal moshpit monsters.
We’re pleased to share the first concerts in this year’s Summer Bands in Leeds Parks series – and there’s more to come! Unlike previous years, there won’t be a printed brochure for the 2025 series, so please keep checking back here as we’ll be adding more concerts over the coming weeks. Thank you for your patience and support, we hope you enjoy these free concerts!
All concerts begin at 2.30pm unless otherwise stated.
DJ Mutant Movement provides the tunes to get you warned up and continuing after the live show ends, you can stay dancing or drinking until 1am.
Voted the Best Oasis tribute, Oasish return to Leeds Irish Centre for a 5th year running, its a Double Bill to beat them all with Made Of Stone Roses!
Make Music Day is an international annual day of music making.
The free celebration of music takes place in 125 countries on 21 June every year.
It creates cultural communities by:
Fostering connections in music-making
Supporting the development of skills
Promoting music to new audiences via free music events and participatory projects.
