Evening Opening Recital: Florian Boesch and Joseph Middleton perform Winterreise

Florian Boesch bass-baritone
Joseph Middleton piano

Joining Leeds Lieder Director, Joseph Middleton, Florian Boesch makes a welcome return to the Festival to perform the cycle that he has very much made his own. Reviewing recent performances, the Guardian described Boesch as ‘unquestionably superb’, Gramophone Magazine commenting that he is ‘inspired and quite unforgettable…remarkable and always affecting.’

Leeds Heritage Pub and History Walk

Starting in the shadow of the Black Prince, in City Square, this three-hour tour is run by It's The Beer Talking, a new business established by beer writer Simon Jenkins and event organiser and former Tetley's PR officer Nicky Massen.

You’ll learn how our city is still shaped by its 13th century geography, how it was the scene of audacious industrial espionage, the key role it played in the birth of a global entertainment industry – and about an extraordinary human auction, where people were sold to the highest bidder, a little over a century ago.

Paper, Collage and Stitch Textile Workshop with Hayley Mills-Styles

In this day class you will learn how to create a mixed media piece of textile art using paper, collage and unusual materials to create your own embellishments. Hayley will guide you through creating a textured paper collage ready to embellish with hand and machine embroidery as well as unusual materials like plastic and metal. You will learn how to combine these non-traditional materials to make your piece as well as using hand and machine embroidery to enhance your design.

Drawing with Thread - Hand Embroidery and Applique Workshop with Hayley Mills-Styles

In this day class you will learn how to create a design from a photograph (of a landscape, or portrait) and bring it to life using fabric and thread. Hayley will guide you through the basics of tracing a design, and transferring this onto to fabric ready to stitch using a variety of threads with some raw edge applique to add colour and texture.

You will also learn some simple hand embroidery stitches that create your embroidered picture including stem stitch, French knots and satin stitch.

Hip Hop & RnB

Experience the thrill of Phloz Qlynik Hip-Hop and R&B. Suitable for all levels, this class combines high-octane drills with captivating choreography. Whether new to dance or a seasoned pro, there’s a spot for everyone to find their groove and elevate their skills. Join us weekly to unleash your inner beast and get moving.

What to Wear
Clothing and footwear you feel comfortable moving in. A water cooler is available to refill your water bottle.

For more information
Email phloz.qlynik@gmail.com if you have a query.