Leeds Grand Theatre Brochure September 2023 - 2024

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Choose from three membership levels to receive advance notice of forthcoming shows and screenings, priority booking, plus optional added benefits of ticket discounts and savings in our bars.

Gold Membership –£36 per year (£3 per month)

1 Advance email notice of all shows and screenings at Leeds Grand Theatre and City Varieties Music Hall

1 Up to a week’s priority booking before general sale

1 Ticket discounts – £3-£5 off up to four tickets per performance*

1 10% discount on all our bars

1 Free exchanges

1 Local restaurant discounts

1 Q-Park discount

Priority Pass – £12 per year

Silver Membership –£24 per year (£2 per month)

1 Advance email notice of all shows and screenings at Leeds Grand Theatre and City Varieties Music Hall

1 Up to a week’s priority booking before general sale

1 Ticket discounts – £3 off up to two tickets per performance*

1 10% discount on all our bars

1 Just want priority booking? Get a Priority Pass for just £12 per year

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* Ticket discounts will be available Mon-Thu for all minimum week-long performances at Leeds Grand Theatre. Excludes Band A tickets. We endeavour to make discounts available for all one-night performances at Leeds Grand Theatre and City Varieties but this is not guaranteed.

Performances at a Glance

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VERDI’S RIOTOUS FARCE FALSTAFF

Thu 28 September – Wed 25 October 2023

Falstaff may be down on his luck, but he still thinks he’s the most charming man in Windsor. When he targets two wealthy wives he believes he’s hit the jackpot, but these women are not easily fooled.

Verdi’s score bursts with energy and wicked humour. With its unforgettable characters and unexpected twists, this new production promises to be a riot!

From £16*

Evenings 7pm, days vary

OR A FULL TIME STUDENT? GET TICKETS FOR £10*

PURCELL’S CLIMATE FANTASY MASQUE OF MIGHT

Fri 6 – Fri 27 October 2023

Experience the world premiere of Sir David Pountney’s witty recycled opera featuring Henry Purcell's music. This fantastical tale of power and the planet’s demise is inspired by the ‘masque’ (the 17th century equivalent of a variety show!). Expect a unique performance of song, dance, and spectacle.

From £16*

Evenings 7pm, days vary

PUCCINI’S ROMANTIC COMEDY

Fri 20 – Sat 28 October 2023

It’s 1930s Paris where romance, decadence and glamour await at every turn. Magda unexpectedly finds true love with the handsome young Ruggero. But will her past stand in the way of happiness?

James Hurley’s new production captures all the warmth of a musical, as Puccini’s sweeping score weaves a captivating soundtrack. Join us for a whirlwind of passion and scandal…

Looking for more?

Join us next year for Mozart’s Così fan tutte and enjoy twice the thrill with the ever-popular Cavalleria rusticana and the rarely heard Aleko.

From £16*

RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S

BY BARTLETT

SHER

Tue 31 October – Sat 4 November 2023

The multi-award winning Broadway production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King and I returns to the UK, following its criticallyacclaimed sold-out season at London Palladium.

Starring the West End’s Annalene Beechey and Broadway’s Darren Lee, The King and I is the greatest musical from the golden age of musicals –with one of the finest scores ever written including Whistle a Happy Tune and Shall We Dance.

A celebration of the lavish heritage and the very best in romantic musical theatre from an unparalleled, multi-award winning creative team.

£58 – £26

Evenings 7.30pm

Wed, Thu & Sat 2.30pm

DIRECTED

Tue 7 – Sat 11 November 2023

In this brand-new production of the award-winning musical, featuring a reimagined book and new music, Calendar Girls the Musical brings together a stunning cast of music, stage, and television stars – including five Mrs Johnstones from Bill Kenwright’s production of Willy Russell’s smash hit Blood Brothers.

Following the death of a much-loved husband, a group of ordinary women in a Yorkshire Women’s Institute do an extraordinary thing – and create a nude calendar for charity.

Each performance adds to the millions already raised for Blood Cancer UK and proves there is no such thing as an ordinary woman.

£50 – £29

Evenings 7.30pm

For information regarding access performances, please visit our website

Tue 14 – Sun 19 November 2023

Following a record-breaking three-year West End residency, sold out UK and Ireland tour and award-winning film, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie returns to Leeds Grand Theatre featuring an all-star cast including West End sensation Ivano Turco as Jamie, Dancing on Ice royalty Hayley Tamaddon as Miss Hedge and Coronation Street ’s Shobna Gulati as Ray.

Set to an original score of catchy pop tunes that will ‘blow the roof off the theatre’ (Mail on Sunday) by The Feeling’s Dan Gillespie Sells, this ‘sparkling coming-of-age musical’ (Times) will have everybody talking about Jamie for years to come.

£49 – £30

Evenings 7.30pm

EVERLASTWEEK

‘TAKE THAT’S SENSATIONAL MUSICAL REALLY IS BACK FOR GOOD’ THE SUN

Tue 21 – Sat 25 November 2023

Relight Your Fire with this sensational new production of Take That’s smash hit musical with 15 record-breaking Take That songs and a heart-warming and hilarious story of love and laughter.

The musical follows five boy band obsessed best friends in the 1990s, who reunite over 20 years later to see their heartthrobs one last time in what could be the Greatest Days of their lives.

It stars Kym Marsh, who shot to stardom in noughties band Hear’Say and is now best known for Coronation Street, Waterloo Road and BBC’s Morning Live.

Greatest Days is sure to be a night out at the theatre you will Never Forget.

£59 – £30

Evenings 7.30pm (Fri 8.30pm)

THE NUTCRACKER

A BALLET BY DAVID NIXON CBE

Wed 29 November – Sun 10 December 2023

Christmas isn’t Christmas without the world’s best-loved ballet, back by popular demand.

It’s Christmas Eve in the Edwards household, and at a fabulous festive party, Clara’s uncle presents her with a nutcracker doll. As midnight strikes, Clara sneaks downstairs only to find herself transported into the fantastical Land of Snow, home to the Sugar Plum Fairy...

Don’t miss Northern Ballet ’s festive classic, beautifully choreographed by David Nixon CBE to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, played live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia.

£72 – £20

Evenings 7pm (except Sun) Matinees Thu, Sat

Image by Guy Farrow

Leeds Heritage Theatres presents

By Peter Rowe Director Rob Salmon

Designer Dawn Allsopp

Musical Director Rebekah Hughes

Lighting Designer Tim Oliver

Sound Designer Kieran Ragan

Choreographer Sam Spencer-Lane

Casting Agent Debbie O’Brien

Fri 24 November 2023 –

Sun 7 January 2024

This season at

THE WEDDING’S OFF, BUT THE HONEYMOON IS ON!

THE SOUND OF STOCK AITKEN WATERMAN FEATURING : NEVER GONNA GIVE YOU UP, RESPECTABLE, THIS TIME I KNOW IT’S FOR REAL, BETTER THE DEVIL YOU KNOW AND MANY MORE FROM THE HIT FACTORY

Tue 12 – Sat 30 December 2023

The brand-new musical from pop song writing legends Stock Aitken Waterman, featuring the iconic music of all your favourite artists –Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan, Rick Astley, Mel & Kim, Bananarama and so many more – live on stage in an original new story from Debbie Isitt (Nativity) with choreography by Jason Gilkison (Strictly Come Dancing).

Ella and Nathan, a young couple, hopelessly in love and about to take the biggest step of their lives – marriage. Until it all goes wrong. Will they be Together Forever, or will he make her cry and say goodbye?

Evenings 7.30pm

Matinees 2.30pm, days vary

OF THE MOST STUNNING SHOWS I HAVE EVER SEEN’

Tue 9 – Sat 13 January 2024

After conquering the West End and Broadway, winner of the Man Booker Prize and five Olivier Awards, Life of Pi embarks on its biggest adventure yet.

After an epic storm in the Pacific Ocean, Pi is stranded on a lifeboat with four other survivors – a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan, and a Royal Bengal tiger. Jaw-dropping visuals and world-class puppetry combine in a unique and ‘breathtaking’ (Times) theatrical event that is ‘a wonder to behold’ (Daily Mail).

Don’t miss the West End and Broadway spectacle on its first ever UK tour. £52 – £27

THE TEAM BEHIND RETURN WITH ANOTHER CATASTROPHIC DISASTER! HHHHH

‘A FEAST OF SUMPTUOUS SILLINESS’

Radio Times

Tue 16 – Sat 20 January 2024

Mischief return with their riotous spin on a timeless classic, the West End smash-hit Peter Pan Goes Wrong.

The members of the Cornley Drama Society are back on stage, battling technical hitches, flying mishaps and cast disputes as they attempt to present J M Barrie’s much-loved tale. But will they ever make it to Neverland?

Mischief’s unique brand of hilarious, ‘gut-busting’ (New York Times) comedy, has found universal appeal. Catch them in Leeds and brace yourselves for an awfully big adventure!

£45 – £30

Evenings 7.30pm

Wed 28 February – Sun 3 March 2024

£30 – £15

Evenings 7.30pm (except Sun) Matinees Thu 2pm, Sat 4pm, Sun 3pm

Arts

Fri 1 – Sun 3 March 2024

From £20 Matinees Fri 2pm, Sat 10.30am & 1pm, Sun 11am

Based on the much-loved picture book by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury

‘Quite simply, the best family show I’ve seen’ Sky

ROMEO & JULIET

Fri

8 – Sat 16 March 2024

The greatest love story ever told is back – as Northern Ballet ’s electrifying production returns in spring 2024.

In the ultimate tale of forbidden love, two young people risk everything to be together.

Adapted by Christopher Gable and Massimo Moricone from Shakespeare’s masterpiece, Romeo & Juliet is one of Northern Ballet ’s most beloved and critically acclaimed productions, making a long-awaited return to Leeds Grand Theatre next spring.

Join us to discover whether love really can conquer all.

£65 – £21

Evenings 7.30pm

Matinees Sat, Sun & Thu 2.30pm

Image by Guy Farrow

COME ON OVER TO OUR PLACE!

Tue 19 – Sat 23 March 2024

Direct from the West End, The Drifters Girl comes to Leeds Grand Theatre as part of a major UK and Ireland tour.

Nominated for Best New Musical at the 2022 Olivier Awards, this smashhit show has audiences on their feet night after night with a phenomenal soundtrack, packed full of iconic Drifters hits including Saturday Night At The Movies, Save The Last Dance For Me and Stand By Me.

Discover the remarkable story of The Drifters and the truth about the woman who made them. Faye Treadwell was the legendary manager of The Drifters who refused to give up on the group she loved.

£55 – £30 Evenings 7.30pm

Production images of the Original West End cast

Music and Lyrics by LAURENCE O’KEEFE

& NELL BENJAMIN

Book by HEATHER HACH

Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI www.mtishows.co.uk

Original Production by Hal Luftig, Fox Theatricals, Dori Berinstein, James L Nederlander, Independent Presenters Network, Roy Furman, Amanda Lipitz, Broadway Asia, Barbara Whitman, FWPM Group, Hendel/Wiesenfeld, Goldberg/Binder, Stern/Meyer, Lane/Comley, Bartner-Jenkins/Nocciolino and Warren Trepp; Produced in association with MGM Onstage, Darcie Denkert and Dean Stolber.

Tue 26 – Sat 30 March 2024

A fabulously fun international award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her dreams.

This action-packed musical explodes on the stage with memorable songs and dynamic dances. Equal parts hilarious and heart-warming, this musical is so much fun it should be illegal!

Following highly acclaimed productions of Cats, West Side Story and Kinky Boots, LAOS, The Musical Theatre Company returns. Don’t be found guilty of missing out!

£49 – £30 Evenings 7.30pm

Tue 9 – Sat 13 April 2024

BREAKING NEWS: 30 years since the launch of the trailblazing, smash-hit TV series, the Globelink News team are back, and now live on stage for the very first time.

Starring the original cast members Susannah Doyle, Robert Duncan, Ingrid Lacey, Neil Pearson, Jeff Rawle, Stephen Tompkinson and Victoria Wicks, the iconic BAFTA and Emmy award-winning comedy is reimagined in this brand-new topical commentary on the cutthroat world of 24-hour news.

£55 – £25

Evenings 7.30pm Matinees Wed & Sat 2.30pm

Thu 18 – Sun 29 April

Based on the hit BBC series that entertained millions, written by Leeds’ very own Kay Mellor and following the huge success on stage of Fat Friends

The Musical and Band of Gold, this is the world premiere of Kay Mellor’s final play, to be directed by Leeds favourite, Gaynor Faye.

Set in the Leeds suburb of Meanwood, The Syndicate is a moving comedy drama about five supermarket employees whose lottery syndicate numbers come in, just as their livelihoods are under threat. Will their dreams come true or their nightmares become a reality? One thing’s for sure, the win of a lifetime will change their lives... forever.

£49 – £25

Evenings 7.30pm (except Sun)

Matinees Thu & Sat 2.30pm, Sun 4pm

Tue 30 April – Sat 11 May 2024

Winner of four Olivier Awards including Best New Musical, this smash-hit show shares the incredible real-life story of the 7,000 air passengers from all over the world who were grounded in Canada during the wake of 9/11, and the small Newfoundland community that invited these ‘come from aways’ into their lives with open hearts.

Tony Award-winning director Christopher Ashley, alongside Olivier Award-winning writers Irene Sankoff and David Hein, bring this uplifting true story to the stage in a life-affirming production that has audiences on their feet night after night.

£60 – £25

Evenings 7.30pm

Matinees Thu & Sat 2.30pm

Tue 14 – Sat 25 May 2024

Hollywood’s ultimate rom-com is now ‘a dazzling stage show’ (Daily Express). Make a date to see Pretty Woman: The Musical live on stage, starring Amber Davies, Ore Oduba, Oliver Savile and Natalie Paris.

Direct from the West End, this smash-hit musical features a blazing rock score by Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, direction and choreography by Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray, Kinky Boots) and all the iconic moments from the film!

The perfect show for both dates and mates, this feel-good love story for the ages guarantees a big night out. Big. Huge!

£55 – £30

Evenings 7.30pm

2.30pm

THE QUEENS ARE BACK!

‘EXHILARATING ENTERTAINMENT FROM SIX KILLER QUEENS!’

Tue 28 May – Sat 1 June 2024

The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash-hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Leeds Grand Theatre following two sell-out visits!

From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing 500 years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st-century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red.

Think you know the rhyme, think again... Divorced. Beheaded. LIVE!

£49 – £30

Evenings Tue, Thu & Sat 8pm, Wed & Fri 6pm & 8.30pm

Contains flashing lights

BEAUTY & THE BEAST

A BALLET BY DAVID NIXON CBE

Tue 4 – Sun 9 June 2024

Northern Ballet bring their signature sparkle to this timeless love story. When a terrifying creature threatens her father, Beauty selflessly leaves her family to live with the Beast in his castle. As time goes by, she grows strangely fond of her host, who hides an extraordinary secret... a curse that can only be broken by true love.

With opulent sets, kaleidoscopic costumes, and a hand-picked score of classic music played live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia, this fairy tale ballet is a must see for audiences of all ages.

£65 – £21

Evenings 7.30pm (except Sun)

2.30pm

Image by Guy Farrow

Comedy & Concerts

Johannes Radebe: House of JoJo Sun 31 March 2024

Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer Fri 6 & Sat 7 September 2024

Ross Noble: Jibber Jabber Jamboree Sun 17 March 2024

Mo Gilligan: In The Moment Thu 5 September 2024

Russell Howard Sun 5 November 2023

Leigh Francis: My First Time Fri 5 – Sun 7 April 2024

Sixties Gold: 60s Explosion Tour Sun 29 October 2023

Ed Gamble: Hot Diggity Dog Thu 4 April 2024

Following Hyde Park Picture House’s reopening in June 2023, the cinema has launched its brand-new membership scheme – helping audiences to save money and enjoy the films they love.

With three membership types to choose from – 16mm, 35mm and 70mm –new members can enjoy exclusive benefits including free tickets, discounts on food and drink, and priority booking.

Introducing Screen Two

We are so excited to now have a second screen, and the transformative potential it brings – including being the home for our relaxed screenings on Sunday mornings.

The Best New African Cinema

Cinema Africa! is a new permanent programme aiming to celebrate the rich variety of African lives and culture, supported by Leeds African Communities Trust.

For full details about our memberships, access screenings and programming, visit: hpph.co.uk

Learning Opportunities and Youth Theatre

Leeds Heritage Theatres offers a wide range of learning and engagement activities for young people, including Leeds Grand Youth Theatre (8–18 years) and Leeds Actors in Training* (18–25 years). For schools, Leeds Heritage Theatres offers practical curriculum-focused and careers workshops, as well as tours for all key stages.

* Applications for Leeds Actors in Training 2023-24 are open until Friday 22 September 2023

Looking for something to do in the school holidays?

We offer a range of activities and workshops for you to have fun, make friends and awaken your creativity.

Theatre for All

What part will you play?

For more information visit our website or email learning@leedsheritagetheatres.com

We believe that the arts and culture have the power to change lives, improve well-being, and remind us all of what connects us as humans. We would like to provide further Accessible shows across our venues but to do this we need your help. Your donation will help us reach new audiences who may otherwise never experience the shared connection of live performance.

For more information and to donate please visit leedsheritagetheatres.com/theatre-for-all or scan the QR code.

Photo © Aaron Cawood

Photo © Kerry Maule

Photo © Kerry Maule

Photo © Chris Werrett

Join Our Access Scheme

Leeds Heritage Theatres is constantly working towards being more accessible for all our audiences. To help make your visit easier and more enjoyable, we operate a free Access Membership Scheme offering key benefits to users.

To join, or find out more about the scheme or our accessible performances, please visit leedsheritagetheatres.com access, email boxoffice@leedsheritagetheatres.com or call 0113 205 3899 (access queries only).

Refreshments

Our theatre bars are open pre-show and during the interval. At The Grand, you may also order your refreshments for delivery to your seat, either preshow or during the interval. Find the Preoday app link on our Plan Your Visit pages to order before your arrival, on the day of your visit. At the venue you may use the QR code to access the app and place your order. All orders will close five minutes prior to the performance start.

Gift Vouchers

Give the gift of theatre with our vouchers valid at both The Grand and City Varieties*. Order online or via Box Office on 0113 243 0808.

* Opera North and Howard Assembly Room events not included

360-Degree Virtual Tours & Seating Plans

Seating plans for Leeds Grand Theatre and City Varieties may be viewed and downloaded via our website. Virtual tours are also available, providing an excellent glimpse into our venues - giving first-time visitors, or audience members with access needs, a chance to familiarise yourself ahead of your visit.

General Enquiries

For your convenience, always check the Frequently Asked Questions on our website before contacting the venues info@leedsheritagetheatres.com

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Tickets

Online leedsheritagetheatres.com

Phone 0113 243 0808

Mon – Sat 10am – 8pm (6pm on non-performance days). Sundays and Bank Holidays from 1 hour prior to show

Groups only

0113 297 7040

In person

Leeds Grand Theatre

46 New Briggate, Leeds LS1 6NU

Limited hours – check online

All prices listed in this publication include booking fees. Additional postage charges may be incurred if applicable. For full Terms & Conditions of booking, plus information on concession eligibility and fees, please visit our website.

Tickets are non-refundable but you may insure your purchase via our partner, Booking Protect. Full details of this service may be found in our T&C online.

Leeds Grand Theatre

46 New Briggate, Leeds LS1 6NU

A company controlled by Leeds City Council. Tickets are sold on behalf of producers and promoters by Leeds Grand Theatre & Opera House Ltd (T/A Leeds Heritage Theatres), as well as for inhouse productions.

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Charity Registration No. 500408

Event information correct at time of going to print. Leeds Heritage Theatres reserves the right to make changes to the programme without prior notification.

The King and I © Pamela Raith Photography