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When Insurevue disbanded in 1973, it seemed that the end was in sight for amateur dramatics within the insurance industry in Leeds. However, a team of enthusiasts, led by the likes of Alan Smith, Noel Meer, Bob Sutherland and Barrie Ward decided to keep the tradition alive. They moulded a group of insurance workers, largely inexperienced, into a performing company and on 14th January 1974 their dr

eams were rewarded with the opening night of Gershwin's musical, "Lady Be Good". LIDOS was born

With an operatic show under their belts, LIDOS decided to show the Leeds audiences that the "dramatic" part of their title could also be upheld. In May of the same year LIDOS staged the comedy play "They Don't Grow on Trees". The following years proved that LIDOS was here to stay with a musical and a play performed each year until 1977, when they decided to try their hand at pantomime. Much to the childrens' delight, LIDOS produced "Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp", which was directed by Alan Smith, who also played the dame, Widow Twankey. There have been many changes over the years, not least the parting from the insurance industry in 1978, but LIDOS has gone from strength to strength and in 2013 LIDOS celebrated its 40th anniversary.

07/06/2026

🎸🤘🏻SOMEBODY TO LOVE 🤘🏻🎸

Here’s a sneak peek of the incredible Sophie as Scaramouche in our upcoming production of ‘We Will Rock You!’

✨ SAVE THE DATE: PANTO 2027 AUDITIONS✨Just a reminder of the audition dates and information for our January 2027 pantomi...
05/06/2026

✨ SAVE THE DATE: PANTO 2027 AUDITIONS✨

Just a reminder of the audition dates and information for our January 2027 pantomime 'Beauty and the Beast'!

Show Dates: 15th to 23rd January 2027

Keep your eyes on our social media for more information coming soon! You'll also get a sneak peek behind the scenes for our June 2026 production of We Will Rock You - Tickets are available now! https://bit.ly/LIDOSWWRY

🎸 BSL INTERPRETED PERFORMANCE - THURSDAY 25TH JUNE 🎸Rock, rebellion, and the music of Queen - now made even more accessi...
04/06/2026

🎸 BSL INTERPRETED PERFORMANCE - THURSDAY 25TH JUNE 🎸

Rock, rebellion, and the music of Queen - now made even more accessible through our BSL-interpreted performance. Have you booked your tickets yet?

Tickets are selling fast, so we encourage you to book your tickets today and secure the best seat in the house! - https://bit.ly/LIDOSWWRY

03/06/2026

🎸WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE LINE OR LYRIC? 🎸

From iconic anthems to lyrics that live rent-free in our heads, our cast had plenty of favourites to choose from.

Now we want to know which Queen song or lyric (or line if you already know) would YOU pick? 👀

Book your tickets to see ‘We Will Rock You’ at the Carriageworks Theatre Leeds this June! - https://bit.ly/LIDOSWWRY

🎸 FOREVER IS OURS TODAY 🎸We’re officially entering the final few weeks of rehearsals, and the cast is bringing (Wembley)...
02/06/2026

🎸 FOREVER IS OURS TODAY 🎸

We’re officially entering the final few weeks of rehearsals, and the cast is bringing (Wembley) stadium-level energy every single night.

Tickets are selling fast, so we encourage you to book your tickets today and secure the best seat in the house! - https://bit.ly/LIDOSWWRY

🎸 THEY DID IT FOR A CRAZY LITTLE THING CALLED LOVE 🎸This dream team is hard at work preparing a show packed with iconic ...
01/06/2026

🎸 THEY DID IT FOR A CRAZY LITTLE THING CALLED LOVE 🎸

This dream team is hard at work preparing a show packed with iconic music and unforgettable moments. We’re so excited to share it with all our amazing audiences in just a few short weeks!

Tickets are selling fast, so we encourage you to book your tickets today and secure the best seat in the house! - https://bit.ly/LIDOSWWRY

🎸 IT COMES TO YOU AS TO US ALL 🎸The rebellion is building one rehearsal at a time. We can’t wait to bring the world of W...
31/05/2026

🎸 IT COMES TO YOU AS TO US ALL 🎸

The rebellion is building one rehearsal at a time. We can’t wait to bring the world of We Will Rock You to life this June!

Tickets are selling fast, so we encourage you to book your tickets today and secure the best seat in the house! - https://bit.ly/LIDOSWWRY

✨ PRODUCTION TEAM APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN! ✨Could you be part of our production team?! We're seeking applications from Dir...
31/05/2026

✨ PRODUCTION TEAM APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN! ✨

Could you be part of our production team?!

We're seeking applications from Directors, Musical Directors and Stage Managers for our June 2027 production of ‘Our House’.

Send your application to [email protected] by Sunday 14th June 2026!

🎸SINGING WE WILL ROCK YOU🎸Every rehearsal gets us one step closer to rocking the Carriageworks stage. Trust us when we t...
30/05/2026

🎸SINGING WE WILL ROCK YOU🎸

Every rehearsal gets us one step closer to rocking the Carriageworks stage. Trust us when we tell you that this show is going to be one to remember, and you do not want to miss out.

Tickets are selling fast, so we encourage you to book your tickets today and secure the best seat in the house! - https://bit.ly/LIDOSWWRY

🎸ALL WE HEAR IS RADIO GAGA 🎸From powerhouse vocals to chaotic choreography rehearsals, things are getting louder at LIDO...
29/05/2026

🎸ALL WE HEAR IS RADIO GAGA 🎸

From powerhouse vocals to chaotic choreography rehearsals, things are getting louder at LIDOS every week. Just wait until you see it on stage!

Tickets are selling fast, so we encourage you to book your tickets today and secure the best seat in the house! - https://bit.ly/LIDOSWWRY

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The Carriageworks. 3 Millennium Square
Leeds
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