Last Night a DJ Saved My Life: The History of the Disc Jockey

Join us for an evening of conversation and music with the legendary Bill Brewster and Frank Broughton. To celebrate 25 years since it's original release with now the updated paperback of their iconic book ‘Last Night a DJ Saved My Life: The History of the Disc Jockey’

DJs, writers, music historians, you name it they’ve done it so it will be an evening to remember!

Leeds Photo Social

Our photo socials are open to everyone and are absolutely free. This is a friendly event for anyone who wants to share their work or meet other people from the Leeds photography community. These socials are facilitated by Dan Wheeler from our sister lab, Make It Easy.

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

Panto at the Abbey: The Little Mermaid

Follow Lenor, our mermaid princess, as she finds her sea legs in search of her happily ever after under the sea in this bubbly family pantomime.

Join us for a summer of family theatre this August with Panto at the Abbey at Kirkstall Abbey!

This series of unmissable outdoor pantomimes will go ahead come rain or shine, so be sure to bring chairs, blankets, and a picnic to enjoy during the show!

Panto at the Abbey: Pinocchio

Wish upon a star in this magical family pantomime and follow our young hero, Pinocchio, on an adventure of a lifetime as he learns how to become a real boy.

Join us for a summer of family theatre this August with Panto at the Abbey at Kirkstall Abbey!

This series of unmissable outdoor pantomimes will go ahead come rain or shine, so be sure to bring chairs, blankets, and a picnic to enjoy during the show!

Julian Lage

Hailed as one of the most prodigious guitarists of his generation and “highest category of improvising musicians" (New Yorker), Julian Lage has spent more than a decade searching through the myriad strains of American musical history via impeccable technique, free association and a spirit of infinite possibility. The California-born New York based musician boasts a prolific resume on his own accord in addition to collaborating with Gary Burton and John Zorn, as well as duo projects with Nels Cline, Chris Eldridge and Fred Hersch, among others.