Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as Juliet ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love – her way. Created by the Emmy-winning writer from Schitt’s Creek, this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told and asks – what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? 

& Juliet

Leeds Grand Theatre

World-famous hypnotist Andrew Newton returns to The Varieties with his hilarious one-man show.

Andrew Newton: The Hypnotist LIVE!

Leeds Heritage Theatres

If you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy. Jimmy Carr is going back on tour with his brand-new show JIMMY CARR: LAUGHS FUNNY.

Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny

Packed with personality and humour, Crooners has been wowing audiences with its witty and exhilarating one-liners, laugh-out-loud silliness and superb musical numbers with the outstanding nine-piece The Mini Big Band live on stage.

Crooners

He’s the wild man of rock who became a national treasure. Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder is hitting the road for a new, spoken word tour.

The star of more-TV-shows-than-anyone-has-a-right-to-feature-on – including Celebrity Gogglebox, and I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, among many others – redefined the sex ’n’ drugs ’n’ rock ’n’ roll lifestyle during the halcyon age of Madchester.

Shaun Ryder: Happy Mondays, and Fridays, and Saturdays, and Sundays

Transcending generations with a lifetime of global success, Lulu boasts accolades, including being a Eurovision winner, a Bond theme singer, the biggest-selling record in the US (To Sir With Love, 1967), not to mention receiving an OBE, opening the closing ceremony for the 2014 Commonwealth Games in her hometown of Glasgow, reaching Number 1 with the biggest boyband since The Beatles, and still going strong as a captivating live entertainer. The UK proudly and ferociously heralds Lulu as one of our most precious pop icons – the glittering jewel in our entertainment cultural crown.

Champagne for Lulu

Online comedy sensation and rising star Henry Rowley will be touring the UK & Ireland for the first time this autumn.

Join this Gen-Z internet twat for fast-paced stand-up and character sketch comedy featuring some familiar faces.

Henry Rowley: Just Literally

This brand-new sparkling concert tour features the greatest dance and disco hits of all time. From Donna Summer to Dua Lipa, Beyonce, Chic, The Weekend, Chaka Kahn, Daft Punk, Whitney, Cher, ABBA and many more. Sing, dance and party with our sensational company of dynamic dancers, dazzling vocalists and pop royalty, Claire Richards.

Everybody Dance starring Claire Richards

‘Britain’s Funniest Band’ (Guardian) has made appearances on The Last Leg (Channel 4) and Peter Crouch’s Year-Late Euros (BBC One). They are Dictionary Corner regulars on 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and the only band to ever host Never Mind The Buzzcocks.  Separately, members of The Horne Section have performed with recording artists including Robbie Williams, Madness, Florence and the Machine, Amy Winehouse, George Ezra, Basement Jaxx, Disclosure and Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds.

The Horne Section's Hit Show

Due to public pressure, Count Arthur Strong extends his fond farewell to you, for a once in a lifetime limited run. He takes on one of the literary greats, the famous Charles Dickens, and then presents his one-man interpretation of A Christmas Carol

Count Arthur Strong is Charles Dickens in 'A Christmas Carol

In his last show The Book of John, Rhod was dealing with some pretty pungent life citrus, and an idiot called John. Little did he know that things were about to turn even more sour.

But Rhod’s not bitter; he’s bouncing back and feeling remarkably zesty. Hilariously dark, passionate and way too personal, this is classic Gilbert, squeezing every last drop out of life’s latest curveballs with a little help from an old adversary.

Rhod Gilbert & the Giant Grapefruit

Performing an array of her classic songs including Happy Ever After, Where Does The Time Go, Porcelain, Girlfriend, Love Moves (In Mysterious Ways) and Manhattan Skyline alongside songs from her forthcoming album.

Julia Fordham

About to enter her 30s, Grace Campbell has recently made some huge life changes. She got a dog, she stopped replying to internet trolls, she tried non-monogamy, and then very soon after celibacy. Grace has been on a journey to find out who she wants to be as a grown-up.  

Grace Campbell is on heat

Meet Evan: an anxious high school kid who wants nothing more than to fit in. The thing is, on his way to fitting in, he didn’t tell the whole truth. And now must give up on a life he never dreamt he’d have. As events spiral and the truth comes out, Evan faces a reckoning with himself and everyone around him.

Dear Evan Hansen

A-List rock star Stewart Copeland enjoyed remarkable success with The Police, and is one of the greatest drummers of all time, a multi-Grammy Award winner, and a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer.

Stewart Copeland: Have I Said Too Much

Now seen by over 350,000 fans live and watched by millions on TV, Europe’s number one multi-award winning show, The Legends of American Country, returns for another fantastic night of toe-tapping country classics.

Legends of American Country

Whirlwind, FitBit-breaking comedian, presenter, actor, and author Russell Kane is on the road again, setting it on fire with his unique recipe of sharp wit and ‘storming physical comedy’ (Mail on Sunday). Experience the comedic whirlwind as Russell Kane hits the road with his razor-sharp wit and high-octane energy!

Russell Kane: Hyperactive

Join comedian, crash mat and winner of Drag Race UK Ginger Johnson as she swaps her stilettos for safety goggles and takes a death-defying leap from the runway to the real world.

Expect big hair, big heart and big laughs as Britain’s ditziest daredevil takes on her biggest challenge yet and asks the question: just how far will she go for a round of applause?

Ginger Johnson Blows Off

In his latest celebration of the greatest race on earth, Ned delves into the hidden mysteries of a roll of film from the 1923 Tour de France that fell into his possession during the Covid pandemic, and inspired his bestselling book 1923!

Ned Boulting's Marginal Mystery Tour: 1923 And All That

Most Haunted is the original and most successful worldwide paranormal investigation series ever made and premiers its spine-chilling theatre show in 2023/24.

Presented by Yvette Fielding, the first lady of the paranormal, together with Karl Beattie and the Most Haunted team, you will be taken on the darkest, most terrifying journey of your life.

Most Haunted

Can you help to stop a struggling theatre from closing? The final show is over and it’s time to lock up the building. But one by one, a whole range of operatic characters appear, on a mission to save the theatre. And they need your help!

In this new interactive show, young ones will solve clues, unravel riddles and sing along as they meet fairytale characters, animals and even a grandfather clock. With music from the Orchestra of Opera North, this is a fun and engaging opportunity for families to dive into the world of opera.

Opera North's The Big Opera Adventure

She joined the Ike and Tina Turner Revue at the age of 17 then arrived in London in 1966 to support The Rolling Stones. Mick Jagger persuaded her to stay in London as a solo artist and the rest is history. During a five-decade-long career, she’s worked with everyone from Rod Stewart, Eric Clapton, the Small Faces, Nick Drake, and Barry Gibb to Peter Gabriel, Roger Waters, the KLF, Paul Weller, and Primal Scream.

PP Arnold: The First Cut is the Deepest - A Soul Legend

The legendary crooner continues to entertain audiences around the world with incredible showmanship, an unmistakable powerful vocal that has captivated generation after generation and a set list that packs a punch.

Tony Christie: A Life in Music 80th Birthday Tour

Bad baronet Sir Despard Murgatroyd has inherited a centuries-old curse – he must commit a crime a day or die in agony. That is until the timid Robin Oakapple is revealed as his long-lost brother and the true inheritor of the curse. Blossoming romance will be dashed, and a chorus of ghosts will reappear when Robin’s feeble crimes don’t cut it with his ancestors. In this topsy-turvy world, is there a way to break the curse?

Opera North's Ruddigore

Star of Live At The Apollo and Frankie Boyle’s New World Order, Laura Smyth’s brand-new show explores all aspects of modern life. She has fun mugging off all the madness of parenting, childhood, school, marriage, social media, work, and chasing her dreams. In her own inimitable style, she gets to the truth of the human experience, treading the line between bluntness and warmth throughout. Ultimately, she is asking how ‘living your best life’ is actually achieved – heads up: it don’t involve Instagram! Fresh from tour support for Jack Whitehall and Michelle de Swarte, this is her at her uncensored and ridiculous best.

Laura Smyth: Living My Best Life

Following a huge 2023 with Haircut 100 playing the BBC Radio 2 Piano Room, a sell-out London reunion show at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire and a joyous tour of the UK and Ireland, Nick Heyward sets off on his first solo tour since the critically acclaimed Woodland Echoes album release tour in 2018.

Nick Heyward

This Autumn sees acid house culture celebrated in the theatre in a totally unique, ground-breaking show which will feature the author of the award-winning, best-selling book RAVE NEW WORLD: confessions of a raving reporter, Kirk Field, and a different nightly guest ‘Agent of Unity’, who helped shape the scen

Kirk Field: Acid House Cabaret: Rave New World

New Dawn Fades: A Play About Joy Division and Manchester is celebrating 11 great years with a re-energised and vibrant new production touring the UK this October, including the iconic City Varieties Music Hall in Leeds.

It’s the story of four ordinary lads who, inspired by the punk revolution of 70s Manchester, came together to form one of the most influential bands of all time: Joy Division. Following the untimely death of lead singer Ian Curtis, the band went on to huge worldwide success as New Order.

New Dawn Fades: A Play About Joy Division and Manchester

Britain’s most celebrated clairvoyant, medium, and psychic from Peter Kay’s Phoenix Nights returns with his hilarious one-man show featuring his trademark audience readings, the story of his meteoric rise, and some spooky treats to make your hair stand on end.

Clinton Baptiste: Roller Ghoster

In this special acoustic performance, Barbara Dickson and her pianist Nick Holland explore her catalogue of songs at an intimate level. The pair let the words and melodies take centre stage as they perform a wonderful range of material drawing on Barbara’s folk roots, contemporary greats, and some of her classic hits.

Barbara Dickson with Nick Holland

After the incredible success of her first stand-up UK and Ireland tour, Serena Terry is going back on the road in 2024 with a brand-new show and even bigger venues.

Serena Terry: Creator of Mammy Banter

Jason Byrne: No Show

Will Young is embarking on his most intimate tour yet – taking shape as an up close and personal evening of acoustic performances, stories and conversation.

About the tour, Young says: “I’m very excited to be going to a lot of places I haven’t been. I wanted to go to smaller venues so I could properly get around the country rather than just playing the big cities.”

Will Young

Carlson has become one of the biggest names in comedy in Australia and New Zealand. Her new tour arrives hot on the heels of her 2023 sold-out UK tour, It’s Personal. An undeniable tour de force of the comedy world, Urzila hasn’t stopped since taking to the comedy stage. She has sold out seasons in the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Europe.

Urzila Carlson: Just Jokes

Get In The Mood and join us for a swingin’ night of nostalgia and music. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the 1940s with the 16-piece, Leeds-based Northern Swing Orchestra and special guests, The Honeybirds. This is the ultimate big band show that you won’t want to miss!

In The Mood: Northern Swing Orchestra

One of the UK’s most popular live concert experiences, The Story of Guitar Heroes has garnered critical acclaim both at home and abroad for its incredible homage to some of the most influential and iconic guitarists from the past 50 years of popular music.

The Story of Guitar Heroes

An operatic adaptation of Shakespeare’s comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream traces a tangled web of relationships hurtling towards catastrophe. In the woods, meet the feuding Fairy King and Queen, and in Athens, meet a confused quadrangle of lovers. As these characters’ stories intertwine, one thing is inevitable… magic, mischief and mayhem are sure to follow.

Opera North's A Midsummer Night's Dream

Vonda first shot to fame through her long-running appearances, performances, and musical accompaniment on the smash-hit US TV show Ally McBeal. The theme song Searching My Soul reached the top 10 in the UK and Vonda released a series of Ally-inspired albums that went on to sell a staggering 12 million copies worldwide.

The Best of Vonda Shepard in Concert

Sarah Keyworth is back with a brand new, joyous show about family, acceptance and a pair of big (well, not super big) losses.

As seen on Live at the Apollo (BBC Two), Mock the Week (BBC Two) and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (Channel 4)

Sarah Keyworth: My Eyes Are Up Here

Yours might be one of the hundreds of millions of views of his online comedy clips, or perhaps you’ve seen his fantastic TV appearances on Live at the Apollo, The Royal Variety Performance or Conan O’Brien… but NOTHING beats seeing this Irish observational joke-master where he is most at home – live onstage! Jimeoin’s cheeky no-gimmicks and superbly observed sense of humour has won him many awards, with his wide appeal and great craic keeping audiences in stitches across the globe.

Jimeoin: Who's Your Man? (plus special guests)

During the First World War, over one million British Empire soldiers were killed. More than a century later, over half a million still have no known grave. John Nichol, a former RAF Tornado Navigator and Gulf War POW, embarks on a poignant journey to uncover the emotional tale of The Unknown Warrior interred in Westminster Abbey, highlighting our enduring need to honour and grieve for the fallen.

John Nichol: The Unknown Warrior

A scintillating night out of sparkling entertainment, the UK’s longest running Burlesque show is back touring the nation and it’s bigger than ever.

Join us for the good old-fashioned night out as we bring you the ultimate variety show, blending stylish cabaret, comedy, music, circus and burlesque to light up all your senses.

An Evening of Burlesque

From humble beginnings on Opportunity Knocks (where she came second to a singing dog), through her years as Maplin’s chalet maid Peggy in the hit BBC TV series Hi-de-Hi!, to her West End and national touring roles in Godspell, Annie and Little Shop of Horrors, and her more recent TV appearances on Celebrity Masterchef, Gimme Gimme Gimme and Would I Lie To You? – it’s been an action-packed half-century of sheer entertainment. And she’s only getting started!

Su Pollard: Still Fully Charged

In the world of music, few luminaries shine as brightly as Cara Dillon. Known for her captivating live performances, this Irish singer seldom fails to leave audiences spellbound with her breathtaking voice and emotional delivery. Paired with her long-standing collaborator, Sam Lakeman, they have remained at the very pinnacle of the folk genre for an impressive two decades.

Cara Dillon: Coming Home

From the award-winning theatre company Hambledon Productions (Just Like That! The Tommy Cooper Show, Steptoe and Son) comes the Godfather of all sitcoms, live on stage!

In 1954, comedian Tony Hancock burst onto the BBC with a comedy show unlike anything the British public had experienced before. Surrounded by a stellar cast including Carry On greats Sidney James, Hattie Jacques and Kenneth Williams, the series proved just as successful when it transferred to television.

Hancock's Half Hour

In this election year – with the country in turmoil – there’s only one comedian who can kill the mood even further…

Nish Kumar – one of Guardian and Telegraph’s 50 Best Comedians of the 21st Century – is back on tour with his brand new politically-charged stand-up show, Nish, Don’t Kill My Vibe.

Nish Kumar: Nish, Don't Kill My Vibe

Let us take you on a gloriously nostalgic trip back to the golden days of traditional music hall and variety. For your delight and delectation, this talented company offers song, dance, magic and laughter as they pay tribute to the many great stars who appeared on BBC TV’s longest-running series The Good Old Days.

The Magnificent Music Hall

In one of the greatest operas ever written, the dashing prince Tamino is on a quest to find love and happiness. With the bird-catcher Papageno at his side and armed with a magic flute, he must battle trials, tribulations and an evil sorcerer to rescue the imprisoned Pamina. Yet just when success seems within reach, the Queen of the Night has a final surprise in store…

Opera North's The Magic Flute

Following sold out performances in London’s West End, a worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe, making it a must see international sensation. This show is currently the biggest and the most successful theatre show celebrating the lives and career of folk/rock sensation Simon and Garfunkel.

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

Larry’s been spending a lot of time with his granny lately. He wants to tell you about it.

Join the thrice Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated, two-time star of Live At The Apollo, for a hilarious new show about identity, heroes and the benefits of being a dafty.

Larry Dean: Dodger

Steve Hofstetter has over a billion views on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram, and is a Nobel Peace Prize-nominated comedian. His book, Ginger Kid, is a top-five pick on Amazon and debuted at Number 1 in its category. Hofstetter was the host and executive producer of season one of Laughs (FOX) and he has been on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and E! True Hollywood Story, Comics Unleashed, Comedy All-Stars, Quite Frankly, White Boyz in the Hood, Countdown, and more. He’s been in four movies and has had two top 20 comedy albums (including one that hit Number 1 on the iTunes comedy charts).

Steve Hofstetter

Marty began his career in 1957 with his first UK chart hit Endless Sleep and was one of the first British singers to play a leading part in that early formative and ground-breaking rock ‘n’ roll years. Today he celebrates eight decades as a hit recording artist and songwriter (hits for Kim Wilde, Status Quo, and Tom Jones)

Marty Wilde

Somewhere in a parallel universe, little Alfie’s natural comedic performance skills were recognised by his doting parents who encouraged and developed his blossoming talent. After several years as a stage school brat, Alfie’s angelic face was launched on stage and screen and the rest is history.

Alfie Moore: A Face for Radio

A lot has changed in the last two years for Tez. He got married, he bought a house, and he’s became a stepdad… to two rabbits. Trying to make sense of his new life, the changing world around us and wrestling the big questions, like: why is Lotus Biscoff in everything now?

As seen on: Live at The Apollo (BBC Two), The Last Leg (Channel 4), Mock the Week (BBC Two), Comedians Giving Lectures (Dave), Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled (Dave), Comic Relief’s Big Night In (BBC One), Live from the BBC (BBC Two), The Chris Ramsey Show (Comedy Central), Live from the Comedy Store (Comedy Central) and Author of: Secret Diary of a British Muslim Aged 13 3⁄4, a Sunday Times Bestseller (2022).

Tez Ilyas: After Eight

Don’t miss this live music spectacular that charts James Brown’s rise to the top. Exploring his life on stage as never before, see how the hardest-working man in show business earned his name.

Expect highs and lows as you journey through the decades to discover the live funk sensation that is James Brown in the most faithful recreation to date. Backed by a cast of actors, singers, dancers and a show-stopping funk orchestra, experience the creation of funk, learn of the troubles at the top, and celebrate the legacy and unique mastery that James Brown brought to the stage.

The James Brown Story

The nation’s twelfth-favourite doctor brings his brand new show to Leeds, fresh from a record-breaking run at the Edinburgh Fringe. This is Going to Hurt was a literary sensation, selling three million copies and becoming a multi-BAFTA-winning BBC series. Undoctored follows on from This is Going to Hurt, leaving audiences laughing and crying with Adam’s unique tales of life on and off the wards. It also contains the ‘degloving’ story because people ask for refunds if they don’t hear it.

Adam Kay: Undoctored

Jodie Comer (Killing Eve) makes her West End debut in the UK premiere of Suzie Miller’s award-winning play.

Tessa is a young, brilliant barrister. She has worked her way up from working-class origins to be at the top of her game; defending; cross examining and winning. An unexpected event forces her to confront the lines where the patriarchal power of the law, burden of proof and morals diverge.

National Theatre: Prima Facie (Screening)

The world’s greatest celebration of the life and work of Neil Diamond. Evocative imagery, video and narration enhance the magic as the show takes on a musical journey through Neil Diamond’s glittering 50-year career.

Hello Again: The Neil Diamond Songbook

Johns’ Boys Male Chorus is one of the most decorated British male choirs in history. In 2019 they became only the third male voice choir to win the prestigious Choir of the World at the Llangollen International Eisteddfod. They are in great demand on the concert platform performing in prestigious theatres throughout Britain, and the lads are proud to regularly sing in the Principality Stadium for Welsh Rugby Union home international games.

Johns' Boys Male Voice Choir

A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing honky tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music.

A Country Night in Nashville

For the first time, Richard Carpenter will tour the UK performing the hits of The Carpenters, as well as telling some amazing stories about how the songs were made and how he and his sister, Karen, became one of the most successful duos of all time.

They were the biggest-selling group of the 70s, yet The Carpenters were much more than creators of beautifully crafted and hugely successful hit records. Within the space of just a few years, their unique and inimitable sound had brought a new dimension to the world of popular music. During their 14-year career, they won three Grammy Awards and were nominated 15 times.

An Evening with Richard Carpenter

Star of UKTV’s hugely popular new series Parental Guidance, as well as Comedy Central’s upcoming Out of Order with Rosie Jones and Judi Love, TV’s beloved Katherine Ryan, makes a welcome return to the stage with her brand-new live show, Battleaxe, which will embark on a major UK and European tour in 2024.  

Katherine Ryan: Battleaxe

Online sensations and stars of hit podcast Sports Horn, The Exploding Heads bring their characters to life on stage for the first time in their debut national tour coming to you this autumn!

Former professional footballer turned current pundit Ian Fiveankles thinks he’s doing ‘an evening with’ but Colin from Portsmouth has other ideas. He’s loud, he’s angry and he’s more confused than ever. Poor Anthony doesn’t stand a chance.

The Exploding Heads presents: Colin From Portsmouth

Having started her career in music in 1960,  a remarkable 64 years of performing live, Elkie Brooks is embarking on her Long Farewell Tour. The show is a celebration of Elkie’s illustrious award-winning career in music performing some of her biggest hits, including Pearl’s A Singer, Lilac Wine, Fool (If You Think It’s Over), Don’t Cry Out Loud plus Blues, Rock, Jazz & material from her eagerly anticipated new album. Elkie will be joined by her incredible band.

Elkie Brooks: Long Farewell Tour

Fresh from supporting Jack Whitehall on his 2023 UK arena tour, comedian Lloyd Griffith is back with a brand-new show Baroque and Roll. It’s a big year for Lloyd, he’s turning 40 and with it comes the impending midlife crisis – or renaissance as he’s insisting it’s called – complete with body hair removal, head hair additions, teeth whitening and obviously the obligatory half marathon sign up. It’ll be funny and, yes, there’ll be the odd song or two from that magnificent voice of his.

Lloyd Griffith: Baroque and Roll

Chameleon-like on stage, Camille will perform songs and stories about loss, love, joy, light and darkness. Some are hymnal, and some she will rock out, choosing music from her favourite writers Cave, Cohen, Bowie, Radiohead, Brel and Arcade Fire, plus new originals presenting a one-off intimate evening.

Camille O'Sullivan: Loveletter

Direct from London’s West End, this is the world’s favourite George Michael celebration!

Few shows have reached the dizzy heights of Fastlove, now touring in 18 countries, selling over 250,000 tickets worldwide.

Fastlove: The Tribute to George Michael

Grammy-nominated, post-punk pioneers The Tiger Lillies present a new show on a theme that has always run through their work – the meaninglessness and absurdity of existence. Brimming with wit, wisdom, and humanity, they argue that our achievements will come to nothing – like throwing stones into a pond, the effects of our actions will ripple away into nothingness.

The Tiger Lillies: Come On Down (The Nihilism Tour)

Whether with his rich solo catalogue or during his time with the iconic Soft Cell, Marc Almond has always possessed a gift for introducing songs – some lesser known, others a little forgotten by time – to new audiences. This is something he continues to do with the release of his brand-new album I’m Not Anyone.

Marc Almond

Join author and comedian Marc Burrows on a journey through the life and work of Sir Terry Pratchett. Based on the Locus Award-winning biography and officially endorsed by the author’s estate.

Explore Pratchett’s life, influences, impact, wit and wisdom. From his days as a school librarian to his time as a trainee journalist to his untimely death from Alzheimer’s in 2015.

The Magic of Terry Pratchett

Star of 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Have I Got News For You and QI, Kiri Pritchard-McLean has had a busy few years. As well as hosting Live at the Apollo, fronting the Radio 4 panel show Best Medicine and starting a comedy school, she’s become a foster parent.

Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Peacock

Heartbreak: The Tom Petty Show is a sensational new show celebrating the Grammy Award-winning, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and all-round American legend Tom Petty. Featuring hit songs by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, Travelling Wilburys and Stevie Nicks throughout the evening.

Heartbreak: The Tom Petty Show

As one of the UK’s biggest comedy stars, he’s achieved phenomenal success in just a few short years with two sold-out national tours including London’s O2 Arena, three stand-up specials and numerous smash-hit TV credits to his name with highlights including The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan (Channel 4), That’s My Jam (BBC One), The Brit Awards (ITV) and The Masked Singer (ITV).

Mo Gilligan: In The Moment World Tour

With her passion for compassion and flair for giving care, the “bust-a-gut funny” (Graham Norton) Myra DuBois calls out to the disadvantaged, downtrodden and tyrannised of the world with her manifesto for mental health: AdMyrism! But are you ready to receive the call?

Myra DuBois: Be Well

Walking in the footsteps of Harry Houdini and beyond the long shadow of Charlie Chaplin, Frank Carson and the great Leonard Sachs, Elvis Costello brings his new presentation 15 Songs From 50 Years to the City Varieties Music Hall, staging four unique performances over two days.

Elvis Costello & Steve Nieve: 15 Songs from 50 Years

Fresh from the viral success of his hit web series Fin vs The Internet, that comedian your mother doesn’t like you seeing shares a new hour of brutally funny stand-up for 2024. When he’s not in a rollneck making influencers squirm, he’s appeared on BBC’s Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News for You and The Mash Report, and Comedy Central’s Roast Battle.

Fin Taylor: Ask Your Mother

Both critics and fans agree that Roy Hemmings is a great showman and dynamic singer. Understood as the longest-serving former member of the legendary group, The Drifters, Roy had worked alongside founder Johnny Moore for more than 20 years.

Roy Hemmings' Sounds of Philadelphia & Motown

Beth Nielsen Chapman is an American singer-songwriter, whose diverse body of work spans fifteen albums and seven number-one hits, including compositions that have been recorded by Elton John, Bonnie Raitt, Bette Midler, Willie Nelson, Neil Diamond, the Indigo Girls, and Keb Mo’. Her music has also been featured in film and TV.

Beth Nielsen Chapman

Joe Pasquale has been showing off on stage for over 40 years and he’s bringing his favourite things for another airing to show that things have never been normal…. Have you ever wondered why chicken breasts don’t have nipples? Or maybe whether vegetarians can get a job as a Beefeater? If so, this is the show for you…

Joe Pasquale: 40 Years of Cack... Continued!

Featuring a huge collection of anecdotes and video clips highlighting a fabulously glittering career, from going to school with John Lennon to playing golf with Bing Crosby and of course his meteoric rise to fame hosting Sunday Night at the London Palladium.

An Evening with Jimmy Tarbuck

Get ready for a dazzling explosion of music, dance, and excitement as Pop Party takes the stage! This exhilarating live concert, made especially for kids, brings the latest trending TikTok hits to life in a vibrant and engaging live performance.

The show features chart-topping songs from artists including Little Mix, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Lizzo, Meghan Trainor, Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran and more.

Pop Party

The multi-award winning production of Noël Coward’s provocative comedy featuring Andrew Scott (Vanya, Fleabag) returns to the big screen.

As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching.

Present LNational Theatre: Present Laughter (Screening)aughter Screening

Join us at Leeds Grand Theatre this August for a jam-packed workshop of games, improvisation, theatre skills, and script work, and let your inner creativity loose!

LHT Unwrapped: Drama Day

The Grand Theatre & Opera House Leeds

This summer we have an exciting new branch of the Hyde Park Film School strand. Join fellow film enthusiasts to watch and talk about films together in our Summer Film Forum.

During your 8-week course, you’ll watch four specially selected new release films from our programme, then meet with the group on alternate weeks (usually Wednesday evenings) for an in-depth discussion of the previous week’s film.

Summer Film Forum

Hyde Park Picture House

The definitive final cut of Ridley Scott’s science fiction masterpiece makes a welcome return to the big screen.

Adapted from Philip K. Dick’s novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, Ridley Scott’s iconic dystopian classic is unquestionably one of the greatest Sci-Fi films ever made.

Blade Runner

A great opportunity to watch this epic fantasy film on its 40th anniversary at your favourite local community cinema, suitable for avid lifelong nostalgic fans as well as neverending novices!

This 80s classic adventure starts with a bullied and lonely boy reading a book in a strange shop – before he finds that he’s becoming part of the story, and can even begin to control some of what happens in it.

The NeverEnding Story

25 years after Peter Jackson first wowed audiences with the concluding chapter of his award-winning trilogy, we are thrilled to return to Tolkien’s Middle-Earth – a world that remains just as rich, authentic and awe-inspiring today as it did a quarter of a century ago, thanks to Jackson’s dedication to craft, innovative use of practical special effects, and embrace of New Zealand’s stunning landscapes.

The Lord of the Rings all-dayer

Following the sell-out success of last year’s production of The Addams Family, Leeds Grand Youth Theatre (LGYT) will be taking over The Varieties stage for the 11th year this summer with a brand-new revival of the ever-popular horror musical Little Shop of Horrors.

Little Shop of Horrors

Guilt-Free Pleasure presents the sleek and sexy Cruel Intentions, for a 25th anniversary screening.

A modern retelling of Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Cruel Intentions follows step-siblings Kathryn (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and Sebastian (Ryan Phillipe) as they sulk, seduce and manipulate everyone in sight.

Cruel Intentions

Ethel & Ernest tells the story of two ordinary Londoners living through a period of extraordinary events and immense social change.

Heart-warming, humorous and bittersweet, the film follows the lives of lady’s maid Ethel and milkman Ernest from their first chance meeting in 1928, through the birth of their son Raymond in 1934, to their deaths, within months of each other, in 1971.

Ethel & Ernest

Following the success of previous titles, including Red Riding Hood, Dick Whittington and Beauty and the Beast, Leeds’s favourite panto will return to The Varieties for the festive period.

A very different format to the traditional Christmas pantomime, Rock ‘n’ Roll Pantos mix traditional elements of audience participation and corny gags with a jukebox full of classic rock anthems and chart-toppers, all performed live on stage by an ultra-talented cast of actor-musicians.

Jack and the Beanstalk: The Rock 'n' Roll Panto

Yes! Bobby Beckles is back on tour. Smashing the life out of the M25, M1, M5 and any other road that’s in my way. From Bromley to Brisbane, my new show Giraffe is going worldwide.

Expectations on me: put on three stone from takeaways and post-show drinking.

Rob Beckett: Giraffe

Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award winning Blood Brothers. Bill Kenwright’s production surpassed 10,000 performances in London’s West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone. It has been affectionately christened the ‘Standing Ovation Musical’, as inevitably it ‘brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval’ (Daily Mail). Willy Russell’s legendary musical tells the captivating and moving tale of twins separated at birth, who grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with tragic consequences. Few musicals have been received with such acclaim as the multi-award winning Blood Brothers. The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe, Easy Terms and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.

Willy Russell's Blood Brothers

Experience a spectacular musical journey with Midge Ure’s Catalogue: The Hits Tour. This tour celebrates the remarkable 50-year career of Midge Ure, from his beginnings in Slik to monumental achievements with Ultravox and pivotal roles in Band Aid and Live Aid. This intimate concert showcases the vast catalogue of Midge’s work, from well-loved hits to rare fan favourites. It’s a unique opportunity to witness the musical genius and versatility of Midge Ure live, reflecting his passion for live performances.

Midge Ure

Simon is an author, TV presenter, and one of the world’s most adventurous travellers. His unique brand of documentary filmmaking combines travel and adventure with current affairs, history, wildlife, culture and conservation. His journeys have taken him to more than 130 countries, across jungles, deserts, mountains and oceans, and to some of the world’s most beautiful, dangerous and remote regions.

To The Ends Of The Earth

BAFTA nominee and star of Taskmaster Lucy Beaumont is going to let loose and let slip on her roller coaster world. With off-beat stories, unusual anecdotes, and bizarre journeys through modern day womanhood, life through the Beaumont lens is more surreal than you could ever imagine.

Lucy Beaumont

As the clock strikes midnight join Ebenezer Scrooge on the journey of a lifetime to discover the true meaning of Christmas. Travel with the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future through family firesides, cold winter nights and the promise of a brighter future. A festive feast for the senses, Northern Ballet brings one of the most loved stories of all time to life.

Northern Ballet's A Christmas Carol

Taking place on stage, Northern Ballet’s workshops are suitable for those with dance experience or beginners with a secret desire to dance.

Take part in a gentle ballet warm up before learning some steps from A Christmas Carol and getting creative. Whatever your age or ability, former Premier dancer Pippa Moore MBE* will guide you through the session, leaving you feeling fresh, inspired and empowered!

NB A Christmas Carol Over 55's Workshop

Northern Ballet Revealed gives you an insight into the life of a touring ballet company. Find out what it takes to bring a production to life as we reveal secrets from behind the scenes. Get a sneak peak of costumes and props and ask questions about the Company and our productions. You’ll then have the chance to watch the Company dancers in their daily, onstage ballet class as they warm up for the performance – a real treat!

Leeds Heritage Theatres

18 - 30 Nov, 2024

& Juliet

Nov 29, 2024 - Jan 12, 2025

Jack and the Beanstalk: The Rock 'n' Roll Panto

Dec 1, 2024

Rob Beckett: Giraffe

3 - 7 Dec, 2024

Willy Russell's Blood Brothers

Dec 8, 2024

Midge Ure

18 - 30 Nov, 2024

& Juliet

Nov 16, 2024

Andrew Newton: The Hypnotist LIVE!

Leeds Heritage Theatres