'Local Faces: Leeds Portraits 2020-24' is a collection of oil paintings of Leeds residents painted from the start of the pandemic through to last month and runs from 3-28 July at Seven Arts in Chapel Allerton.
Come down on 18th July for some live music to accompany the art. Music starts at 8pm.
Marina Barham - A Voice for Theatre & Culture in Palestine
Marina, the Director of Al-Harah Theatre in Bethlehem will share the powerful story of the theatre's impactful work in Palestine, and the role of theatre in helping children, young people and the community overcome trauma.
Introduced by Dani Abulhawa, Lecturer in Contemporary Applied Performance, University of Leeds
Established in 2005, Al-Harah have presented highly artistic and accessible productions throughout Palestine, the Arab world and abroad.
Use fabric to create a piece of art. All level of sewing experience welcome and all materials and instructions provided.
Refreshments included.
Takes place in the Gatehouse, Abbey House Museum.
To tie in with Abbey House Museum's 'Revive, Re-use, Repair' exhibition.
Squidge is making it's way to Leeds after previews in London and Devon - bringing you a one woman play.
Daisy, a reluctant teaching assistant, is assigned a young Irish traveller to help with his reading. Amid phone calls with her grieving mother, a sexy plumber and whale noises, she finds hope in an unlikely friendship.
"Squidge" is a one-woman show by award-winning screenwriter and actress Tiggy Bayley about those left behind by our education system and finding love in a world determined to hate.
Get ready for some good Hip-Hop vibes this Summer. We have a special guest, Bboy Philty from @hellohiphop, who will provide taster sessions in Breakin' and Graffiti. Suitable for all abilities, Phil will demonstrate the art of Breakin', teach the foundational structure of the dance, and finish with a calm and relaxing art class. During the session, children can showcase what they've learnt, cypher, or battle while making new friends and building their confidence. Book in, and get ready for fun, creativity and noise! Taking place at various venues across the city:
Gledhow Valley Road will be closed for most of its 1.5 Km length for a Green Fair, a unique opportunity for the local community to come together to enjoy Gledhow Valley Woods without the noise and pollution associated with a busy road. Sunday 14 July, 11am - 4pm.
Tim returns to Seven Arts joined by some wonderful musicians, including seasoned Irish flute player, Paul Daly; York based keyboard player, Charlie Daykin; and acclaimed Manchester guitarist / mandolinist David Thom, plus special guests.
An evening of quality electric folk and acoustic roots music awaits!
Gledhow Valley Road will be closed for most of its 1.5 Km length on Sunday 14 July between 11am and 4pm for a Green Fair.
The Green Fair will be a unique opportunity for the local community to come together to enjoy Gledhow Valley Woods without the noise and pollution associated with a busy road.
Join us this August at The Compton Centre, Seacroft Community Hub & Library and The Reginald Centre, for more free creative workshops run by professional artists!
Sessions are for primary aged children.
The Compton Centre - 3.45pm to 4.45pm
30th July Circus Skills
6th August Movement/Yoga
13th August Movement/Dance
20th August Drama,
Reginald Centre - 2pm to 3pm
7th August Circus Skills
Seacroft Library - 2pm - 3pm
14th August Movement
Artist Talk by Peter Mitchell accompanied by a slide show and followed by a book signing.
One of the most renowned photographer’s of the 20th century, Peter Mitchell is perhaps most well known for his documentary photography of Leeds across the 1970s and 80s while working as a delivery truck driver.