Leeds Playhouse

10/09/2026

At Leeds Playhouse, we believe theatre is for everyone.

Through our award-winning creative programme for older people, and our work as the world's first Theatre of Sanctuary, we use creativity to build confidence, reduce loneliness and bring people together.

In addition to the work in our building, we also bring theatre directly into local schools and communities, making live performance accessible to all.

You can help keep this vital work going for future generations by leaving a gift to Leeds Playhouse in your Will. If you have already pledged a legacy, we would love to thank you by welcoming you into our Living Legacy Club.

👉 https://www.leedsplayhouse.org.uk/.../supporters-club/

Image 1. Heydays end of term selfie
Image 2. Members of Asmarina Choir at Leeds Playhouse for a performance of Fairy Poppins and the Naughty Winter Ghost
Image 3. Beautiful Octopus Club. Photo by Robling Pix
Image 4. Sara Abanur (Fatima) on Sisters 360 Community Tour at LS-TEN. Photo by Robling Pix

09/09/2026

Every great production starts with an idea.

Furnace, Leeds Playhouse's artist development programme, gives local artists the space, support and confidence to develop new work through mentoring, workshops and rehearsal opportunities.

Support the artists shaping the future of theatre by joining our Supporters' Club.

👉 https://www.leedsplayhouse.org.uk/support-us/as-an-individual/supporters-club/

Image 1. Director Gitika Buttoo and Shobna Gulati in Through It All Together rehearsals. Photo by Charlie Swinbourne
Image 2. Kay Mellor Fellowship Launch 2025. Photo Steffi Njoya
Image 3. Jerwood Design Workshop at Leeds Playhouse. Photography by Cian O’Riain

08/09/2026

Once Upon A Time In ... rehearsals 📸

New images give a tantalising glimpse into the rehearsal room for Inua Ellams' gripping family drama Once Upon A Time in Sokoto.

Don't miss this epic, award-winning story of a beautiful but unlikely friendship forged against the backdrop of events leading to the creation of Nigeria..

Tickets >> bit.ly/4xlhM48
📆 11-14 Nov

Photos: Isaac Madge

08/09/2026

Bravo to our Youth Theatre members who played to packed houses last week in little girls alone in the woods.

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Youth Theatre is about more than performing though . It's about building confidence, creativity and skills for life - and thanks to bursaries, everyone can take part.

Want to help create some life-changing opportunities?
Join our Supporters Club >> bit.ly/3V1CZBT

07/09/2026

Did you know Leeds Playhouse is a charity?
This week, we're highlighting the amazing work made possible by your support.
Whether you attend a show, donate, or leave a gift in your Will, you're helping inspire a love of theatre across our communities.
By leaving a gift to Leeds Playhouse in your Will, you can help this vital work continue for future generations.
Already pledged a legacy? We'd love to welcome you to our Living Legacy Club.

https://www.leedsplayhouse.org.uk/support-us/as-an-individual/a-gift-in-your-will/

Makebeth Community tour photo by Chapter 81
Theatre of Sanctuary The Paino partnership photo by Charlie Swinbourne
Heydays Theatre Group photo by Beata Pejka
Small Island production photo by Pamela Raith

04/09/2026

August Wilson's Fences - pick of the stage shows to see this September 2026 from WhatsOnStage 👏

All starting performances this month!

04/09/2026

One week to go.

This time next week, Fences will open at Leeds Playhouse.

A landmark American classic. A phenomenal cast. An unmissable production.

Directed by Daniel Bailey, August Wilson’s Fences is a moving story of family, race and the American Dream.

⭐️ Starring Ray Fearon, Madeline Appiah, Josh Tedeku, Michael Ahomka-Lindsay, Everal A Walsh and Simon-Anthony Rhoden.

🎟️ Tickets on sale now! https://www.leedsplayhouse.org.uk/event/august-wilsons-fences/

📍 Leeds Playhouse 📅 11-26 Sept
📍 Oxford Playhouse 📅 30 Sept - 3 Oct
📍 Lyric Hammersmith 📅 6-31 Oct
📍 HOME Manchester 📅 3-8 Nov
📍 Nottingham Playhouse 📅 10-14 Nov

This is a Leeds Playhouse, Headlong, Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and HOME Manchester production.

04/09/2026

Are you ready to take that giant step?

Sign up now for a FREE dynamic workshop led by award-winning writer, director, performer and producer Rikki Beadle-Blair MBE that will help you take control of your career and catapult yourself to the next level.

Career Kickstart Workshop - Take That Giant Step is an unmissable opportunity for actors, directors, writers, theatre makers and producers.

Book your place >> bit.ly/3Spy2SM
📆 Thurs 17 Sept, 1.30-5.30pm
📍 Bramall Rock Void, Leeds Playhouse

03/09/2026

NEW SHOW PIX! 👀

"In an ordinary street, in an ordinary suburb, in an ordinary town..."
..our extraordinary Youth Theatre members are about to blow the audience's socks off in Morgan Rose's funny, thought-provoking, feminist retelling of the legend of Dionysus.

Don't miss little girls alone in the woods in our Bramall Rock Void from tonight to Saturday.

Tickets >> bit.ly/3UG65qg

Photos: Steffi Njoya