Everything was perfect in the midnight garden. The flowers grew, the fairies flew, the grobbity grobbits danced a merry dance in the twinkly moonlight. Then one day, without warning, the deranged gardener from next door threw the shed door wide, and let loose the massive-evil-pitchfork-of-doom!
PIXIEMATOSIS is a happy/sad tale of tiny extraordinary creatures living in a nocturnal paradise who realise, far too late, that they are being exploited for a distinctly sinister purpose.
Three brave little Viking girls save the day in this bold and funny adventure story for little rebels, by the creator of the New York Times Best Illustrated Book Little Red and I Can Catch a Monster, Bethan Woollvin.
Once upon a time in a Viking village, everything seems to be going wrong. Chickens are disappearing, trees are falling down, and there's lots and lots of crashing and bashing. The silly Chieftain won't listen to the three littlest Vikings, but can they work together to figure out what's going on and save the day?
Did you know that throughout the month of March - the month in which St Patrick’s Day is internationally celebrated - Irish History Month takes place?
An initiative brought about by the Irish Arts Foundation in Leeds, Irish History Month exists to promote the many positive contributions that Irish people have made in Leeds and also to introduce new audiences to the vibrancy of Irish arts, heritage, culture, and history.
For further information about Irish History Month events please visit the website here.
For this week's Visiting Artist's Talk at the University of Leeds we welcome Thahmina Begum, an interdisciplinary artist, poet and workshop facilitator who lives and works in Leeds.
Thahmina Begum has exhibited internationally, nationally, and hyper locally. Begum is a qualified and registered Art Psychotherapist (HCPC, BATT). Her work explores cultures, identities, belonging and British /Bangladeshi/Muslim Diaspora. Begum’s work explores stories, hidden narratives and storytelling through art and art making.
Visit our Spinning Mill, Twisting and Red Lane Studios during the Print Festival weekend (1-2 March) to see what artists do all day! Meet talented makers and artists, discover their processes and buy new work direct from independent craftspeople.
Open 10am – 4pm on Saturday & Sunday.
FREE ENTRY.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Join us for a restorative and regenerative day of movement, meditation and music medicine
This Spring, Colette, Georgie and Emma invite you to connect with the medicine that is unfurling within. On this day retreat we will explore restorative practices as opportunities to reflect, restore and recharge. You will have the chance to sink into the medicinal qualities of deep rest accompanied by soothing live music from harp, cello and voices as well as begin to emerge from your Winter cocoon through gentle yoga, mantra singing and journaling.
***** “It's silly and sad” -- NiCKY
CALL CENTRE AWAY DAY (Leeds)
Jamal Gerald's work serves as a holding space where the Orishas; divine intermediaries of West African origin, meet the concerns of the artist. His confessional practices make his voice one that exists between truth and the unsayable.
His performance are playful, direct and magical.
Revisited took you back to every year from 1983-1994, we're now moving to All Dayers, DAYCLUBBING from 3-10pm with the best DJs from back in the day!!
Dave Angel rocked the house at our HUGE event at Venue23, Wakefield in 2023 so how could we let the people of Leeds miss out? He's back with a full two hour set, digging even deeper to where he started out when it was all new and fresh, playing the likes of Raindance, 35 or so years ago!
Join local artist and illustrator Tim Gomersall for a workshop inspired by our current Story Time exhibition.
Take a look at the secret ingredients of children's books illustrations and enjoy a guided workshop to help you create your own character.
All materials included with refreshments. £25 per person.
Book by phone (0113 3784079), in person in our shop, or via email: abbey.house@leeds.gov.uk
Renaissance Arts Conservatoire presents Theatre repertoire, and original choreography created by Industry Directors and Choreographers, for 2025’s graduate showcase.
Exceptional Dance, Vocal, and Theatre performances including Musical Theatre, Contemporary, Commercial and Classical Ballet.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience Renaissance Arts’ outstanding emerging Artists and future professional performers.