Spring 2013 What's On Guide

SPRING SEASON 2013

How to book Booking in person at our Swan Street Box Office or the Leeds Grand Theatre Box Office on New Briggate will be free – a charge of £1.50 per transaction is payable for all other methods. Currently an additional fee of 50p is charged for postage (if applicable), although this is due to rise to £1 from January 2013.

We accept payment by cash, cheque, Visa, MasterCard and Maestro.

All sales are non-refundable – please see full terms and conditions of sale on our website cityvarieties.co.uk or ask at Box Office.

All tickets include a 60p levy towards City Varieties regeneration fund, unless stated otherwise.

Online booking cityvarieties.co.uk Purchase tickets simply and securely via our website.

Please note Side Stalls, Boxes and Side Circle are not currently available online – please contact the Box Office for further details.

By phone 0113 243 0808 Standard hours are Monday to Saturday* from 10am until evening performance start. *Excluding certain public holidays

In person A Box Office service is usually available at our Reception in Swan Street as above.

Tickets may also be purchased from the Leeds Grand Theatre Box Office on New Briggate, Monday to Saturday – 9.30am to 8pm.

Earlier closing hours may operate on nonperformance days.

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City Varieties Music Hall presents

Discounts When available, standard concessions apply to Under 16s, full-time students, senior citizens, Leeds Card Holders and Friends of the City Varieties. Please check performance listings for details. Entry will be subject to proof of eligibility.

Customers with a registered disability may purchase a reduced-price ticket for their accompanying carer.

Access Following our refurbishment, we now have lift access to all levels of the auditorium and wheelchair spaces are situated at each level (subject to availability). Please contact the Box Office to discuss your requirements.

Written by Peter Rowe Directed by Vik Sivalingam Designed by Ali Allen

Accessible toilets are available at Stalls and Circle level.

An induction loop system is installed to aid those with hearing difficulties.

Baby Changing Facilities These are provided in the unisex toilets within the Circle Bar

Circle Bar and Kiosk Refreshments are available pre-show and during the interval from the Circle Bar and the Kiosk at the rear of the Stalls.

Pre-ordering Interval drinks in advance is highly recommended.

The White Swan The White Swan public house in Swan Street is operated by Leeds Brewery and may be accessed via our Reception area.

Until Sunday 13 January Performance times vary – contact Box Office for details on 0113 243 0808 or online at cityvarieties.co.uk Tickets from £13.50 Concessions available on most performances For Group Bookings call 0113 297 7040 BSL Interpreted Performances Thur 13 Dec 6pm & Sat 12 Jan 2pm All performances may contain pyrotechnics, smoke effects and strobe lighting

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‘Rod Dixon’s production for Red Ladder roisters along nicely, like the Royal Family with Skiffle’ The Guardian

‘Fans of brilliantly written and composed musicals will have a ball...’

The Yorkshire Post

Tanita Tikaram is a multi-million-selling British singer-songwriter who shot to fame with an award-winning album, Ancient Heart in 1988, featuring hit songs Twist In My Sobriety and Good Tradition. Her recent seventh studio album Can’t Go Back, recorded in a staggering six days in LA and featuring a host of legendary US performers, reveals her love of Americana, Country, Soul and Blues. tanita-tikaram.com

Sun 27 January 7.30pm Tickets: £20.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £47.20

Glen Hansard Glen Hansard is principal songwriter and vocalist/guitarist for the Irish group The Frames and is also one half of the acclaimed duo The Swell Season. In 2007, he and Czech songstress Markéta Irglová took the Academy Award for Best Original Song for Falling Slowly from the soundtrack of the award-winning film Once, in which they both starred. Glen has recently released his highly anticipated, first solo album, Rhythm and Repose.

From the team that brought you Big Society!

A new musical comedy written and composed by Chumbawamba founder member and guitarist, Boff Whalley, with musical direction from former band mate Harry Hamer. Directed by Red Ladder’s Liverpool-born artistic director, Rod Dixon.

A riot of songs, cookery classes, cups of tea and class war… Sex & Docks & Rock ‘N’ Roll is a family comedy about love, change and solidarity, set against the backdrop of the 1960 Liverpool dockworkers’ and seafarers’ strike. Following the ups and downs of a typically untypical family on strike and featuring live music, the show promises to have you laughing and singing along to one family’s unashamed battlecry of Justice, Equality and two tickets for Gene Vincent down the Odeon.

Recommended for ages 12+

Mon 21 – Sat 26 January

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Evenings 8pm, Sat matinee 2pm Tickets: Evenings £13.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £33; Matinee £10, Boxes (to seat 2) £26 Concessions: Child, Students, Unwaged, Seniors, Friends of CVMH, Leeds Card, UNITE Members £10 (eves only – not valid for Boxes)

glenhansardmusic.com

Thur 31 January 7.30pm Tickets: £20.60 boxes (to seat 2) £47.20

Danny & Ben Do It Again

Another Evening Of Music & Chat Following their hugely successful sell-out tour in 2012, Danny and Ben from Thunder return for more intimate evenings of two-man mirth, music and musings. They’ll be spreading the joy with new road stories, acoustic versions of Thunder songs and more of their favourite covers, all wrapped up in some general D&B silliness. thunderonline.com

Fri 1 February 7.30pm Tickets: £19.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £44.20

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The Guest List

A Secret Night Out in aid of Cancer Research UK An unbeatable line-up featuring musicians who have appeared with the likes of Sting, Simply Red, The Corrs, Ronnie Wood and Justin Timberlake – playing all-time classic, party hits from the world’s biggest artists such as Adele, U2, Michael Jackson, Otis Redding and The Killers.

Get on ‘the guest list’ now!

Crissy Rock is best known for her jungle antics in I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! and for starring as Janey York in the comedy Benidorm alongside Johnny Vegas.

She decided to live in Benidorm and has become the Island’s top female stand-up comedienne playing ten shows a week to packed houses. Crissy’s comedy is outrageous and emotional. She has a unique ability to reduce her audiences to tears of laughter with her hilarious one woman stand-up shows.

Sat 2 February 8pm Tickets: £15.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £41.20

Barb Jungr

Thur 14 February 7.30pm

Stockport to Memphis

Tickets: £17.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £41.20

A superb new show inspired by the criticallyacclaimed album of the same name from one of the world’s foremost interpreters of song – with Simon Wallace and Jenny Carr on piano and keyboards.

Stockport To Memphis charts a metaphorical journey, not just Barb’s own route through life and self-discovery but that of others, including her own parents’ escape to the UK from wartorn Europe and her father-in-law, the painter Frank Bowling, who came to the UK from Guyana as a young man.

Downton Abbey star and Hollywood actress, Elizabeth McGovern takes up lead vocal duties with her hotly-tipped band Sadie & The Hotheads, as they head out on a headlining UK tour.

Described intriguingly as beautiful, lyrical, gorgeous, honest, and unpretentious, McGovern’s unique soaring voice, teamed up with the Hotheads; the multifaceted Nelson Brothers, and an array of world-class musicians, will appeal to every fan of live music.

‘...possibly our best interpreter of Dylan’s songs’ Billy Bragg

barbjungr.com

Wed 6 February 7.30pm

sadieandthehotheads.com

Tickets: £16.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £39.20 Concessions: Senior Citizens, Students & Unwaged £1.50 off

Wed 13 February 8pm Tickets: £19.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £45

John Shuttleworth Out of Our Sheds

The ever-popular, John Shuttleworth returns following a triumphant sell-out performance in November. Another chance to catch John’s latest show in which he ventures beyond the garden gate to compare the relative merits of urban and rural lifestyles.

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Jerry Sadowitz Very funny, totally offensive and he hates your guts. What more do you want? Emptied a room once with just his warm-up material. Punched in Montreal. Eats children as part of his ‘five a day’.

‘Funniest comedian and one of the best close up magicians in the country’ The Guardian Strictly adults only

shuttleworths.co.uk

jerrysadowitz.com

Tue 12 February 8pm

Fri 15 February 8pm

Tickets: £16 & £18, Boxes (to seat 2) £42

Tickets: £19.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £44.20

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Jimeoin

Justin Currie

Hilarious world-class stand-up from internationally acclaimed star of Live at the Apollo, The Royal Variety Performance, Channel 4’s Comedy Gala 2012, Best of Edinburgh Comedy Festival, Jason Manford’s Comedy Rocks and Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. No gimmicks, just great craic...!

Scottish singer/songwriter Justin Currie is most famous for his role as founder member and front man of Del Amitri. Currently working as a successful solo artist, his music is dominated by strong imagery and storytelling, powerful yet understated vocals and a sound that, whilst firmly rooted in nineties pop-rock, translates beautifully into modern, urban ballads. With influences from Nick Cave, Crowded House and Mark Lanegan, his music is hauntingly dark, yet refreshingly uplifting.

What?!

‘Comedy of the highest order...

Inspired ramblings... quiet genius!’

justincurrie.com

The Independent

jimeoin.com

Tues 19 February 8pm

Sat 16 February 7.30pm

Tickets: £20.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £47.20

Tickets: £15.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £37 Concessions: Senior Citizens, Students & Unwaged £2 off

Posturing Delivery What if I’m one of the guys who never has a baby?

Why is this not a ‘male subject’? I plan to give birth, live on stage, then raise it – in front of you. Come along!

‘A seriously good comedian’ The Times

russellkane.co.uk

Sun 17 February 8pm Tickets: £18.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £42.20

Juan Martin Flamenco Ensemble

An exhilarating night of authentic flamenco music and dance from the Juan Martin Ensemble, who stand at the vanguard of modern-day flamenco. Their unique style of music embraces both classical and modern harmonies as guitar, vocal and dance combine to capture and uphold the true essence of the great flamenco tradition. Juan is revered as a legend of Spanish flamenco guitar and has been voted one of the world’s greatest guitarists by Guitar Player Magazine.

‘The cream of Spain’s flamenco dancers... a giant of the flamenco guitar tradition’ The Times

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Hailed as the originators of British folk-rock music, Fairport Convention has just celebrated its 45th anniversary and remains one of the most entertaining bands on the live music scene. The band’s 2013 Winter Tour will feature songs from their most recent studio album, the critically acclaimed Festival Bell, as well as favourites chosen by the audience. There will also be an opening set from John Watterson who will perform revivals of Jake Thackray’s quirky songs. fairportconvention.com

Wed 20 February 7.30pm Tickets: £24.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £54.20

TJ Higgs Tracy TJ Higgs has been described as ‘thoroughly modern medium’ – bright and bubbly on stage, her genuine warmth and caring nature is plain for all to see. In addition to her hugely popular private readings and live shows, Tracy is in big demand on TV and has regularly appeared alongside Colin Fry and Derek Acorah on Living TV and CBS Reality. tjhiggspsychicmedium.vpweb.co.uk

Thur 21 February 7.30pm Tickets: £18.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £42.20

flamencovision.com

Mon 18 February 8pm 8

Tickets: £14 & £16, Boxes (to seat 2) £38

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Sharon Shannon Sharon Shannon has music at her fingertips... literally!

The accordionist from Ireland has achieved legendary status throughout the world and is renowned for her collaborations with artists from many musical genres. Sharon has recorded and toured with the likes of Bono, Adam Clayton, Sinead O’Connor, Jackson Browne, John Prine, Steve Earle, The Chieftains, The Waterboys, Willie Nelson, Nigel Kennedy, Alisson Krauss and Shane MacGowan – a list that is testament to her versatility as well as her unique talent. sharonshannon.com

Fri 1 March 8pm

Bill Oddie

Justin Moorhouse

Behind the scenes with TV’s favourite wildlife man and his producer Stephen Moss.

Bill and Stephen will share memories and stories from 15 years of some of the most popular natural history series ever made, illustrated by extracts, some of which were so memorable that they ranked amongst viewers most requested clips – from Bill’s ludicrous attempt to swim with seals, to the breathtaking air display of a Starling roost (often copied, but never surpassed!). Fascinating for all the family!

Dear Potential Ticket Buyer Why should you come and see my show? Well firstly because it’ll be funny, and to be honest that’s the only reason. I’m not going to pretend my comedy can change the world. I’m not promising nudity or fire breathing. It’ll just be me telling you stories and jokes to make you laugh. You might have seen me doing stand-up on your television – it’ll be a lot like that, but more of it and in 3D. It’s all new for 2013. Be brilliant if you came.

See you soon – Justin

billoddie.com

justinmoorhouse.com

Fri 22 February 7.30pm

Sat 23 February 8pm

Tickets: £14.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £35

Tickets: £14.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £35.20

Unplucked

Justin Time

Tickets: £18.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £42.20

Andrew Newton Comedy Hypnotist

World-famous hypnotist Andrew Newton makes a welcome return to the City Varieties after last year’s sell-out tour of Australia and New Zealand. This show marks the 31st year since he first performed at the theatre and promises to be as funny as ever.

It’s not just the people on the stage who will find themselves part of Newton’s carefully controlled insanity – someone at home will have an unexpected call! This year’s show includes lots of new routines and sketches, guaranteed to keep the audience laughing out loud. newtonhypnosis.com

Sat 2 March 8pm Tickets: £13, Boxes (to seat 2) £32 Group deals available

Pete Firman Hoodwinker

Britain may be staring into the bottom of an empty pint glass, but don’t lose hope – Al Murray The Pub Landlord is back to fill it up again, with a brand new show of epic proportions.

This monumental new live stand-up show from the multi-award-winning comedian, directly follows the nationwide success of the Guv’s twice extended Barrel of Fun tour, and is sure to sell-out fast.

It’s not just a tour... it’s a national pep-talk, get your orders in now! thepublandlord.com Parental guidance – show contains adult themes

Don’t miss Pete Firman, ‘the new poster-boy for British comedy magic’ (The Telegraph), as he returns to the road with an all-new box of tricks. Fresh from BBC1’s The Magicians, with his own trademark blend of comedy and jaw-dropping magic, this is a show not to be missed!

‘Firman is responsible for making it socially acceptable to say that you like magic again’ The Guardian

petefirman.co.uk

Sun 3 March 8pm Tickets: £13 & £15, Boxes (to seat 2) £36

Sun 24 February 7.30pm 10

Tickets: £26.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £58.20

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Fancy dress

is wholeheartedly encouraged but by no means compulsory!

A prize will be given for the best costume.

Richard Herring returns to City Varieties with this tenth anniversary update of the critically acclaimed show that exposes the truth about men and their flutes of love.

The original show was a sell-out at the Edinburgh Fringe 2002 and Melbourne Comedy Festival in 2003. It has been translated and performed in over a dozen European countries and published as a book by Ebury press.

‘Man’s answer to the Vagina Monologues’ The Guardian richardherring.com

Sun 10 March 8pm

SPRING 2013

Tickets: £15.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £37.20

take your seats for a trip back to The Good Old Days of the music halls, sit back and enjoy an unrivalled bill filled with the cream of Variety entertainers from across the globe!

Fri 8 & SaT 9 March

Johnnie Casson Bobby Knutt Roy Hudd Fri 15 & Sat 16 March

Fri 22 & Sat 23 March

Evenings at 7pm, Sat Matinees 2pm

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Tickets: Friday Evenings & Saturday Matinees: Side Stalls, Side Circle & Upper Circle: £15 Stalls & Circle: £18 Boxes (to seat 2): £42 Saturday Evenings: Side Stalls, Side Circle & Upper Circle: £18 Stalls & Circle: £21 Boxes (to seat 2): £48 For Group Discounts: Bookings call Concessions: 10% off 0113 297 7040 Friends of City Varieties: 15% off Groups of 20 or more: 15% off (plus 2 free seats for every 47 paid) Season Tickets including all 3 weekends: 20% off full-price ticket

Inspector Norse (The Girl With Two Screws Left Over)

A self-assembly Swedish crime thriller from award-winning comedy duo LipService that will leave you in stitches!

A man is found dead in a barn with a walking pole in his forehead. Enter Inspector Sandra Larsson in her authentic, rustic knitwear. With her own personal life unravelling before our eyes, it is up to her to follow the pattern of a mystery with many holes. Featuring Nordic walking and a drunken moose!

Callout to local knitting groups: come and knit our set! To get involved please email knittingfornorse@gmail.com lipservicetheatre.co.uk

Wed 13 March 8pm Tickets: £16, Boxes (to seat 2) £38 Concessions: Friends of CVMH £2 off Group deals available

The Irish House Party Dublin’s No1 award-winning music and dance show offers the warmest of welcomes to the finest house party in town featuring a host of All-Ireland Championship musicians, fantastic presenters with great banter and some excellent Irish dancing! The Irish House Party has become one of Dublin’s must see events – with fans such as Dara O’Briain, Louis Walsh, The Dubliners and even International chart toppers The Wanted – and they look forward to sharing a great night of Celtic celebration in true Irish style. theirishhouseparty.com

Thur 14 March 7.30pm Tickets: £20, Boxes (to seat 2) £46

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The Manfreds Five Faces

The Manfreds, with original front-man Paul Jones, will be performing many of the tracks from the highly acclaimed album The Five Faces Of Manfred Mann, re-released as part of their 50th anniversary celebrations, along with a mix of their biggest hits and the jazz and blues songs for which they are famous.

Paul Jones, with his award-winning harmonica sound, will be joined by Mike Hugg on keyboards, Tom McGuinness on lead guitar, Rob Townsend on drums, Marcus Cliffe on bass guitar and Simon Currie on saxophone/flute.

Gretchen Peters Gretchen Peters returns after rave reviews for her eighth album, Hello Cruel World. Her career kick started with Martina McBride’s 1995 recording of Peters’ Independence Day which made her a song-writing sensation. The performance received a Best Country Song Grammy nomination and won the Country Music Association’s Song of the Year title.

A string of great vocalists including Pam Tillis, Trisha Yearwood, Patty Loveless, Neil Diamond, George Strait and Etta James have since recorded Peters’ songs. This evening’s performance will show just why she has drawn such huge acclaim. gretchenpeters.com

Sun 17 March 8pm Tickets: £15.60 – £17.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £39.20

TOYAH WILLCOX & JULIE COOMBE

Is your man more James May than Christian Grey? Then this is the show for you!

Following on from their hugely successful 2012 tour the Hormonal Housewives are coming to City Varieties for the very first time. Featuring hilarious sketches looking at everything that make’s today’s woman tick (or ticked off), from the joys of teenagers, to the challenge of Ikea, the madness of holiday reps and the insanity of DIY. Grab your girlfriends for a hilariously funny evening with the Hormonal Housewives – what they can’t teach you about modern womanhood isn’t worth knowing!

Wed 20 March 7.30pm Tickets: £20.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £47.20

Folk rock pioneers, pop stars, an inspiration to generations – Steeleye Span have been many things, and are now a six piece again! This show will see them visit the classics that have made them one of the most successful British Folk Rock bands ever. Maddy Prior is back at the helm of a line-up featuring band stalwart and fiddler extraordinaire Peter Knight, Rick Kemp on bass, Peter Zorn and Julian Littman on Guitars and Liam Genockey on the drum stool.

‘Don’t miss them!’ The Independent Mon 18 March 7.30pm 14

Tickets: £17.50 & £19.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £45

Thur 21 March 7.30pm Tickets: £18.10 & £20.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £46.20

STARRING

hormonalhousewives.co.uk

Steeleye Span

themanfreds.co.uk

WRITTEN BY JULIE COOMBE AND JOHN McISAAC

Better The Devil You Know Expect razor-sharp observations and scandalous one-liners as Jo asks; why are drunken girlfriends so much fun?

Which hotel has the best porn? What constitutes an airtight alibi? ...and is friendliness overrated?

The celebration of anger continues with acerbic stories about dating, relationships, bad service, wrestling with a self-scanner in Tesco Supermarket and humiliating herself in public.

Come join Jo’s celebration of anger.

‘Feisty, funny and wonderfully bitchy’ The Observer

jocaulfield.com

Sun 24 March 7.30pm Tickets: £13 & £15, Boxes (to seat 2) £36

We’ll Meet Again With a new programme, here’s a nostalgic, musical matinee for everyone who wants to be cheered up in these sombre days – and that means most of us! The regular team return with the addition of Adam Daye recalling the wonderful comedy radio stars from days gone by. Marilyn Hill performs memorable songs from Vera Lynn and Gracie Fields; Tony Leyton salutes Bing Crosby and Donald Peers; Andy Eastwood, recreates the genius of George Formby and Stephane Grappelli – and the line-up is completed by your host Mervyn Francis plus the fabulous music of The Martyn St James Band.

Mon 25 March 2.30pm Tickets: £13.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £26.20 Concessions: Senior Citizens £2 off + Group deals

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Strawbs

An Acoustic Evening With

Ian Hunter

Ian Hunter returns to City Varieties for a rare acoustic show accompanied by guitarist Andy York (John Mellencamp) and double-bassist Dave Rowe (Johnny Cash). As the lead songwriter and vocalist from Mott The Hoople, Ian achieved mega-stardom during the glam era of the 70s following a huge chart hit with the Bowie-penned single All The Young Dudes.

His acclaimed book, Diary of a Rock‘n’Roll Star charts the highs and lows of this hedonistic period. Since 1974, Ian has pursued a successful solo career both as a performer and songwriter and recently released his critically lauded 20th album – When I’m President.

The first album from folk-rock legends Strawbs, was recorded with Sandy Denny in 1967, a year before her first album with Fairport Convention. On the strength of this, A&M signed Strawbs as the first British band on the label. The band has a devoted fan base that continues to grow on the strength of both their recent recordings and classic hits. As Strawbs now move gracefully into their fifth decade of music making, the band comprises David Cousins, along with lead guitarist Dave Lambert, and the astonishingly versatile Chas Cronk, who together formed the front-line of the classic 1970s line-up. strawbsweb.co.uk

Fri 29 March 7.30pm Tickets: £18, Boxes (to seat 2) £42 Adapted by Stephen Mallatratt from the novel by Susan Hill

ianhunter.com

Wed 27 March 7.30pm Tickets: £23.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £52.20

Everybody in the theatre can hear you scream!

Unanimously acclaimed by the critics, The Woman in Black combines the power and intensity of live theatre with a cinematic quality inspired by the world of film noir. The formula delivers an evening of unremitting drama, transporting the audience into a terrifying and ghostly world.

A lawyer engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul. It all begins innocently enough, but as they reach further into his darkest memories the borders between make believe and reality begin to blur and the flesh begins to creep...

Now celebrating its 23rd year in the West End, over 7 million people have lived to tell the tale of one of the most chilling and successful theatre events ever staged.

‘The audience were jumping out of their seats’ The Observer

Animals & Friends Live The Animals were the second British band to top the American charts after The Beatles with the multi-million selling and legendary anthem, House of the Rising Sun. The band subsequently achieved over twenty global Top Ten hit records, many of which reached No 1 in various parts of the world. Animals and Friends features original Animals’ members John Steel, drums, and Mick Gallagher, keyboards (The Blockheads, The Clash, Paul McCartney) plus Danny Handley and Peter Barton. animalsandfriends.co.uk

Sat 30 March 8pm 16

Tickets: £21, Boxes (to seat 2) £48

‘A truly nerve-shredding experience’ Daily Mail

‘Don’t go unless you like being scared out of your wits’ Sunday Mirror

Watch the video trailer at thewomaninblack.com

Monday 1 – Saturday 6 April Evenings 7.30pm, Wed & Sat Matinees 2.30pm Tickets: £20.60 to £32.60 Early Bird Tickets: £5 off top 3 prices if paid by Jan 1 2013 Concessions available – contact Box Office Group discounts available – call 0113 297 7040

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Katherine Ryan Nature’s Candy

As seen on BBC’s Mock The Week, Channel 4’s 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Campus, Sky’s John Bishop’s Only Joking, Don’t Sit In The Front Row, BBC2’s Episodes and Dave’s One Night Stand and more. Having experienced motherhood, divorce, and MTV, this awardwinning comedian proves the things in life that make us bitter, can actually be quite delicious and hilarious.

‘Young, pretty, smart and acridly funny’ Sunday Times katherineryan.co.uk

Feeling Lucky Following complete sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Festival and London’s Soho Theatre, and due to overwhelming popular demand, Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominee and star of BBC 2’s brand new sitcom, Hebburn, extends his nationwide tour into spring 2013.

How did we get here? Elaborately laid plan, or just pure fluke? Who knows... do you feel lucky?

Perhaps you should. As seen on Celebrity Juice, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, 8 Out Of 10 Cats and Russell Howard’s Good News.

‘Stand-up gold’

Sun 7 April 7.30pm

The Guardian

chrisramseycomedy.com

Tickets: £ 12.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £31

Feast of Fiddles 20

th

Annual Tour

It all started in a folk club as a bit of an idea in 1993 and has developed into a UK folk-rock institution. Six of the country’s best fiddle players front a cracking band of guitars, keyboards, sax and accordion. It’s all held together by the grandfather of folk-rock drumming – Dave Mattacks. The show includes solos, original and traditional songs, a few iconic rock references and theme tunes plus mighty ensemble arrangements to stir the soul and get the feet tapping. Anyone interested in exuberant live music should come and join the fun. Bring your friends... they won’t be disappointed! feastoffiddles.co.uk

Mon 8 April 7.30pm Tickets: £17.60 & £18.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £43.20

Thur 11 April 8pm Tickets: £15, Boxes (to seat 2) £36

Dr Feelgood The legendary Pub Rock band, Dr Feelgood originally formed in 1971 in Canvey Island, Essex, playing a mix of Blues and R‘n’B standards and their own material. They quickly established themselves as one of the best live bands in Britain scoring a number one album in 1976 and a handful of stomping hit singles in the late 70s. Though the line-up may have changed many times over the 40 year lifespan of the band, they have never lost that ‘feelgood’ factor and their live performances are as memorable today as they ever were.

Fri 12 April 7.30pm Tickets: £17.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £41

Daredevils & Clowns Starring the superstars of slapstick Clive Webb & Danny Adams Circus Hilarious brings you daredevil acts from across the world and hilarious comedy routines from Clive and Danny, plus the unique talents of Dangerous Alan. All guaranteed to have you on the edge of your seats and howling with laughter. Excitement and comedy for all the family complete with magic, madness and mayhem, dancing girls, slapstick and the now legendary rock band Clownforce – all with a touch of danger! circushilarious.com

Tue 9 & Wed 10 April 2pm & 7pm 18

Tickets: Adult £12.50, Child £10, Boxes (to seat 2) £31, Family Ticket £40 (max 2 adults)

Steve Brookstein & Julian Smith Steve Brookstein is the classic example of an overnight success after more than 20 years in the music business! As the first ever winner of The X Factor in 2004 with a staggering six million votes, the acclaimed British soul singer went on to have a No1 album and single in the UK. Classically trained musician Julian Smith was inspired to play saxophone after hearing Kenny G in 1993. In 2009, he was runner-up in Britain’s Got Talent during which he got to play with his musical idol. Since the show Sony have released the album Chilled 2 the Sax under Julian’s other stage name Joolz Gianni. stevebrookstein.com / juliansmithsax.co.uk

Sat 13 April 7.30pm Tickets: £19.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £45

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From the Jam

The Real Thing

Live & Unplugged

Featuring the huge hits You To Me Are Everything, Can’t Get By Without You, Can You Feel The Force?, Whenever You Want My Love and You’ll Never Know What You’re Missing.

Britain’s No1 Soul band, celebrate an incredible 40 years in the business. The three original vocalists, Chris and Eddie Amoo and Dave Smith perform with their own five-piece band in a performance that includes all their million selling hits.

For this intimate and acoustic gig, original Jam member, Bruce Foxton is joined by Russell Hastings on guitar and vocals, plus drummer Mark Brezezicki – a founder member of Big Country who has also enjoyed stints with The Cult, Ultravox, and Procol Harum. fromthejam.co.uk

Sun 14 April 7.30pm Tickets: £21, Boxes (to seat 2) £48

Sat 20 April 8pm Tickets: £22.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £51 Concessions: Senior Citizens, Students & Unwaged £2 off

Celtic Dream An all-singing and all-dancing international production delivering the heart and soul of Ireland...

Celtic Dream is a breathtaking myriad of brilliant dance, phenomenal vocals and glittering costumes. Featuring a truly international cast of the finest dancers and vocalists from around the world, it’s the perfect blend of modern and traditional Irish music and song. Expect heart-warming performances and astounding choreography plus more than a fair share of the old Irish Craic.

With the finishing touches currently being made to their fourth album, The Feeling embark on a brief ten-date UK tour – their first since 2011. Frontman, Dan Gillespie Sells, said: ‘We had such a great summer, playing festival shows and working on the new album.

Now that it’s almost ready, we can’t wait to get back out on the road to play some new songs and all the old favourites. It’s going to be a blast.’ thefeeling.com Ages 14 + years only

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Tue 16 April 7.30pm

Mon 22 April 7.30pm Tickets: £17.50 & £20, Boxes (to seat 2) £46

Tickets: £ 19.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £42.20

Shakatak Shakatak have enjoyed a level of success and career longevity rarely paralleled in contemporary music. Paradoxically, the band enjoys both cult status and popular recognition due to their numerous hits, including the singles; Easier Said Than Done, Night Birds and Down On The Street. Throughout their 31 year career Shakatak have released over 50 CDs plus three DVDs, and their latest recording Across The World was released in April 2011.

The six-piece live, line-up features the four original members, Bill Sharpe, Jill Saward, Roger Odell and George Anderson.

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City Varieties is delighted to present two of the titans of UK cricket with a side-splitting show full of memories from within the Test Match Special commentary boxes.

Anecdotes never before heard of the most legendary players from the last forty years are finally aired.

A sporting institution, Peter Baxter was the organising brain behind BBC Radio’s Test Match Special for 34 years and Henry Blofeld is one of Britain’s most loved broadcasters. He has commentated on the show since 1972.

Don’t miss the debut year of this gloriously funny show, early booking is strongly recommended.

Thur 18 April 7.30pm

Wed 24 April 7.30pm

Tickets: £19, Boxes (to seat 2) £44

Tickets: £18.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £43

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Paul Brady Acclaimed singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Paul Brady, is one of Ireland’s most highly regarded and successful artists. He crosses musical boundaries – embracing folk, rock, blues, traditional Irish music and classic pop styles in his compositions. Often referred to as a ‘musician’s musician’, his songs have been recorded by the likes of Bonnie Raitt, Tina Turner, Cher, Joe Cocker and Carlos Santana. paulbrady.com

Thur 25 April 7.30pm Tickets: £23.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £53

Henning Wehn

10cc’s Graham Gouldman & Friends

German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn is a fountain of knowledge. There’s no shortcut to success, hard work will eventually pay off and there is no shame in paying tax. But what he knows bestest is that his comedy shows are a guaranteed success. Either he’s funny or he confirms a national stereotype. It’s a win-win situation. Wunderbar!

Anyone who’s attended a 10cc concert in recent years is likely to have seen band co-founder Graham Gouldman’s opening acoustic set, featuring some of the hits he wrote for other artistes.

Now, under the banner of Graham Gouldman’s Heart Full of Songs, Gouldman and his 10cc bandmates present a full-length intimate acoustic performance. The shows will feature 10cc classics such as I’m Not In Love and Dreadlock Holiday plus pre-10cc Gouldman hits such as Bus Stop, Heart Full Of Soul, For Your Love and No Milk Today; as well as songs from his highly acclaimed new solo album Love And Work, and some surprises.

Henning Knows Bestest

+ support Garron Frith

10ccworld.com

‘Side-splittingly funny’ The Times ‘A vulnerable man’ The Guardian

Tue 30 April 7.30pm Tickets: £23.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £52.20

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Germaine Greer

Fri 26 April 7.30pm Tickets: £14.60 & £16.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £39.20 Concessions: Senior Citizens, Students & Unwaged £1 off

40 Years Of Feminism and Fun

James Campbell’s Comedy For Kids

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For children over 6 years, their parents and anyone who likes comedy without the rude words, a show which might or might not discuss scooters, Scottish country dancing and what we’ll do with all these gregarious giraffes. James recently taught Helen Skelton on Blue Peter to do stand-up and is currently hosting his own TV show called The Big Book Babble which makes children’s authors more interesting.

Dave has decided to come out of retirement due to demand from the fans and reunites with his old bandmate to bring you the whole history of Chas and Dave.

Beginning with Gertcha in 1979, Chas and Dave scored a host of big hits including The Sideboard Song, Rabbit, Ain’t No Pleasing You, Margate, and London Girls plus the novelty smash, Snooker Loopy. Don’t miss this chance to catch the rockney boys back together again... doing what they do best.

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Sat 27 April 2pm

Wed 1 May 7.30pm

Tickets: £8.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £23.20

Tickets: £22 & £24.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £55

Hear the inside story of what enormous fun it’s been being a fearless international feminist icon and highly regarded academic through four decades of change. And of course, as ever, you can ask all those burning questions you have been longing to throw at the Prof... serious or lighthearted, from the point of poetry, through sex for the over 60s, to the role of women in the third world. Expect this unique close encounter with the Prof to be candid, enlightening, and highly entertaining.

Fri 3 May 7.30pm Tickets: £14, Boxes (to seat 2) £34

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Albert Lee & Hogan’s heroes

I’ve hosted Live at the Apollo, sold out my three-times extended Lee Nelson Live tour, had over two million people watching Lee Nelson’s Well Good Show, and I’ve got a brand new series Lee Nelson’s Well Funny People, coming soon to BBC3.

The time’s now right… for me to come to Leeds! So get yourselves along to my brand new show for a night of qwaliteeee jokes, games and banter. Everyone’s welcome!

Go on, it’s not like there’s anything else to do in Leeds!!!

Celebrating his 70th birthday year and over 50 years in music, double Grammy Award-winner Albert Lee returns with his multi-talented band Hogan’s Heroes (Gerry Hogan, Peter Baron, Brian Hodgson and Gavin Povey).

Albert is without a doubt one of the worlds finest guitarplayers. Always in demand, Albert has been featured on Terry Wogan on Sunday, Simon Mayo’s Drive Time and at Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Festival on two occasions. He also played at The Concert for George – a tribute at the Royal Albert Hall to George Harrison. albertleeandhogansheroes.com

Tue 7 May 7.30pm Tickets: £18.60 & £20.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £47.20

leenelson.com On sale from Fri 14 December.

Sun 5 May 7.30pm Tickets: £23.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £52.20

Celebrating 20 years since its first staged performance, West End and Broadway leading lady Kerry Ellis stars in this iconic concert of the smash-hit Tony Awardwinning musical Rent. The production will also star runner up of ITV’s Superstar, Rory Taylor. Based loosely on Puccini’s La Boheme, the story follows a year in the life of a group of friends struggling to make it in the big city under the shadow of HIV/AIDS and includes the songs, Seasons Of Love, Out Tonight and Finale B. Kerry Ellis has rapidly become the first lady of musicals and is emerging as a major recording and film star too. She originated the role of Meat in Queen’s We Will Rock You and has played Elphaba in Wicked, Nancy in Oliver!, Eliza in My Fair Lady, Ellen in Miss Saigon and Fantine in Les Miserables.

Her album collaboration with Brian May, Wicked In Rock was a major chart success and she’s recently completed filming for Les Miserables – finishing off 2012 with the arena tour of Jeff Wayne’s War Of The Worlds, alongside Jason Donovan and Leeds’ own Ricky Wilson of the Kaiser Chiefs!

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The Rat Pack is Back

with Special Guest Kenny Lynch Direct From London’s Leicester Square Theatre and a Royal Command Performance...

David Alacey Des Coleman and Paul Drakeley, bring this sensational to the City Varieties.

Together they amaze audiences with their recreation of the music of Sinatra, Martin and Davis Jnr in a fabulous show that brings the glamour and excitement of the Las Vegas experience to vivid life.

They are joined by special guest, the multi-talented Kenny Lynch, swinging into his hits including Up On The Roof and Stand By Me. The show also features BBC Musical Director Don Hunt with his acclaimed band and the stunning Flamingo Showgirls. ratpacktribute.net

Sat 4 May 4.30pm & 8pm

Fri 10 May 7.30pm

Tickets: £25.50 & £29.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £59

Tickets: £19.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £44.20

The Zombies

Featuring Colin Blunstone & Rod Argent Originally formed in 1961, The Zombies featured Rod Argent on keyboards and vocals with Colin Blunstone on lead vocals. The band scored some memorable transatlantic hits including She’s Not There, Tell Her No and Time Of The Season with the original line-up’s 1968 swansong Oracle & Odessey being heralded as a major influence on subsequent generations of rock musicians.

Both Rod and Colin forged successful solo careers before reuniting and recording once more as The Zombies. Their latest highly acclaimed album, Breathe Out, Breathe In, was released in 2011. thezombies.net

Sun 12 May 7.30pm Tickets: £23, Boxes (to seat 2) £52

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Facing the Music: A Life in Musical Theatre

An Evening with Stars from

Patricia Routledge

In Conversation with Edward Seckerson It is still one of the best kept secrets in show business that Patricia Routledge trained not only as an actress but also as a singer and had considerable experience and success in musical theatre, both in this country and in the USA. Her many awards include a Tony for her Broadway performance in the Styne-Harburg musical Darling Of The Day and a Laurence Olivier Award for her performance in Leonard Bernstein’s Candide.

In this fascinating encounter with the writer and broadcaster Edward Seckerson she recalls this very special part of her career with access to some rare and treasured recordings. Writer and broadcaster Edward Seckerson is Chief Classical Music Critic of The Independent newspaper and a founder member of The ArtsDesk.com.

Starring Pasha Kovalev & Katya Virshilas The TV show, Strictly Come Dancing is quite rightly one of the ‘jewels in the crown’ of the BBC and following the success of the most recent series, Pasha Kovalev and Katya Virshilas have devised a sensational new live show to thrill and entertain theatre audiences natonwide.

Join Pasha and Katya with their guest dancers, for an evening of glamour, glitz and stunning routines. There’ll also be a Q&A session plus an appearance from a local dance school and even the chance for a few lucky members of the audience to strut their stuff onstage. An unmissable performance for every Strictly fan!

Fri 17 May 7.30pm Tickets: £17, Boxes (to seat 2) £40

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Wed 15 May 7.30pm

Canadian stand-up comedians; Craig Campbell, Stewart Francis and Glenn Wool are touring the UK with their hilarious Edinburgh Festival 2012 show. Between them, they have appeared on Mock The Week, 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, Live At The Apollo, Russell Howard’s Good News and Dave’s One Night Stand. They have also toured solo across the UK, US, Scandinavia, Canada and Australia.

All three will perform new material as well as classic routines.

‘A veritable barrage of one-liners and perfectly crafted gags’ Sunday Times on Stewart Francis

Tickets: £19, Boxes (to seat 2) £44

Look Wot You Dun

An evening with NODDY HOLDER in conversation with MARK RADCLIFFE

Genuine national treasure and Godfather of Glam, Noddy Holder, looks back over a lifetime of towering achievements. Re-live the heady days of the pop-tastic seventies as Sir Nodward recalls all-conquering Top Of The Pops appearances, endless world tours, epoch-defining anthems, thespian triumphs, and gluing some mirrors onto a top hat to change the face of fashion forever.

Coaxing the anecdotal nuggets from the great man will be his close friend, confidante and personal dresser Mark Radcliffe. So join Mark and Noddy for a fun-packed evening… packed with fun and lasting all evening.

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The Lumberjacks

‘Effortlessly funny with an affability other comics can only dream of’ The Guardian on Glenn Wool

‘Bringing a tale to life like a young Billy Connolly’ Edinburgh Evening News on Craig Campbell

Sat 18 May 7.30pm Tickets: £16.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £39.20

The Searchers Now celebrating their 50th Anniversary, The Searchers remarkable career continues with the current line-up featuring John McNally, Frank Allen, Spencer James and Scott Ottaway. Packed with classic hits such as Sweets For My Sweet, Needles And Pins, Don’t Throw Your Love Away, Sugar And Spice and When You Walk In The Room, this promises to be a truly memorable evening.

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Thur 16 May 7.30pm

Sun 19 May 7.30pm

Tickets: £24.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £55

Tickets: £19.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £45.20

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Birmingham Repertory Theatre Company in association with Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company, New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich and Teatro Kismet (Bari, Italy) present

Joe Longthorne In showbiz for over 40 years he has packed out everywhere from the London Palladium to the Royal Albert Hall and toured extensively across Australia and the USA. In his live show Joe introduces some of the worlds’ singing stars with impersonations so accurate it is as if they have joined Joe on stage. His army of fans follow him from venue to venue and it is his own inimitable voice and sense of fun that keeps them coming back for more. joelongthorne.com

Fri 7 & Sat 8 June 7.30pm Tickets: £21, Boxes (to seat 2) £48

Adapted & directed by Teresa Ludovico English version by David Watson

‘Philip Pullman is one of the supreme literary dreamers & magicians of our time’ The Guardian

‘Teatro Kismet has a reputation for creating highly visual performances with an imaginative appeal that cuts right across the generations’ The Times

I Was A Rat! insists a scruffy page boy who turns up one evening on the doorstep of old married couple Bob and Joan. But what is he now? A terrifying monster rampaging in the sewers? A money-spinning fairground freak? A champion wriggler and a downy card? Or just an ordinary boy, though a little ratty in his habits?

Philip Pullman’s glorious and gripping story is brought to life on the professional stage for the first time in the UK. Combining humour, fantasy, and adventure this moving and darkly comic tale slowly reveals its connection to one of the most famous fairy tales of all time. Full of music, fantastic physical performances and unforgettable images I Was A Rat! will surprise, delight and move audiences of all ages.

Adapted and directed by Teresa Ludovico, artistic director of Teatro Kismet in Bari, Southern Italy, best known here for her thrilling visual and physical productions of Beauty & The Beast, The Snow Queen and The Mermaid Princess.

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Evenings 7pm, Matinees Wed 1.30pm, Thur 10.30am & Sat 2.30pm Tickets: £15, Boxes (to seat 2) £30 Groups: parties of 4/5, £12.50; 6 to 9, £12; 10 to 19, £11; 20 or more, £10 For parties of 10+ please call the Group bookings line 0113 297 7040

Beyond the Barricade

City Varieties Youth Theatre

The most successful and popular touring show of its kind, Beyond the Barricade returns to City Varieties with a brand new 2013 production.

Recreating original West End and Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity, Beyond the Barricade features a cast of top West End performers singing songs from Miss Saigon, The Lion King, Phantom Of The Opera, Chess, Mamma Mia, Blood Brothers, The Jersey Boys and climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Miserables!

Following this Summer’s triumphant City Varieties Youth Theatre production of Return To The Forbidden Planet, we have earmarked the last weekend in July for the 2013 Main Stage show at City Varieties. This is an incredibly talented bunch of young people guided by an inspirational team of tutors – definitely a date for your diary.

Summer Musical Production

July

Fri 5 July 7.30pm Tickets: £19.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £45.20 Concessions: Senior Citizens, Students & Unwaged £1.50 off

The Good Old Days will be returning for a special season in October, marking the 60th Anniversary of the beginning of the original BBC TV Series which ran from 1953 to 1983 – and plans are afoot to celebrate this landmark in style! More announcements to follow!

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City Varieties Youth Theatre Company Are you aged between 8 and 21 and looking to get involved in an exciting Youth Theatre?

Would you like to tread the boards of our historic Music Hall and other major venues in Leeds? Join the City Varieties Youth Theatre Company in association with PlaY Theatre, develop your skills, meet like-minded young people and work alongside theatre professionals.

Classes are on Mondays (8 – 10 years and 14 – 15 years) and Tuesdays (11 – 13 years and 16 – 21 years) and cost £130/term.

To get involved please contact rachel.lythe@leedsgrandtheatre.com

Behind the Scenes: Theatre Heritage Tours Discover how the Varieties grew from a humble music room above a pub to the worldfamous home of The Good Old Days. Marvel at the Music Hall’s unique design and the recent restoration work which has returned this beautiful venue to its former Victorian glory.

Please book your tour tickets through the Box Office on 0113 243 0808.

Tours last approximately 1 hour and are priced at £5/adult and £3/child (under 18 years.)

Wed 5 December 2012 Wed 30 January 2013 Wed 6 February 2013 Wed 13 February 2013

13:00 – 14:00 11:00 – 12:00 11:00 – 12:00 11:00 – 12:00

Group tours are also available for a minimum 5 and maximum 30 people.

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‘Your staff hit all the right notes with their smiles and fresh approach to the Varieties, which you all obviously take great pride in being part of’ Tour participant

Following a performance for Her Majesty The Queen and a packed audience for their first production Return To The Forbidden Planet, the Youth Theatre are preparing for their next performance in the Howard Assembly Room at Leeds Grand Theatre in December.

Valentine is a beautifully haunting ghost story for Christmas, following a doomed love story through 100 years of history. For tickets and more information please contact the box office at Leeds Grand Theatre on 0844 848 2700.

‘Really inspiring to see the children and young adults putting so much enthusiasm, passion and hard work into their performances and this is something which can only be seen as a positive, confidence building experience for them all’ Youth Theatre Parent

Workshops and Projects

Archives

City Varieties Music Hall is an inspirational learning resource; providing unique curriculum-linked workshops and projects to challenge and excite. Come and explore through tours, practical activities, group work and family fun activities.

We are working with a dedicated team of volunteers to catalogue our vast collection of photographs, programmes and documents, before depositing them with West Yorkshire Archives Service for conservation and public access.

Victorian Music Hall Workshop Specifically aimed at KS1 and KS2 pupils, this two hour workshop covers areas of the English, History and Music curriculum. Why not bring your class to learn what it was like to be a Victorian music hall star?

Cost: £75 (+ VAT)

‘There was a definite difference in the children’s self confidence in a positive way following the learning project’

If you have any items relating to the history of City Varieties Music Hall that you would like to donate, please contact the Learning Team.

Class Teacher

To book workshops, projects and group tours please contact the learning team: learning@cityvarieties.co.uk, 0113 391 7783.

The Learning programme is supported by the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund.

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Founded in 1988, and registered as an independent charitable organisation, The Friends have campaigned tirelessly over the years to fund the essential upkeep of the Varieties.

Events & Hospitality The Jimi Heselden Auditorium and other spaces within the City Varieties are available for private hire to host your meeting, conference or other event.* Or make your theatre visit even more memorable with intimate post show drinks and canapés for your friends, family, colleagues and clients.

In addition to the £175,000 which the Friends have donated toward the recent refurbishment, their efforts over the years have also provided the venue with replacement auditorium seats, heating for the bars and hot drinks machines. These funds have been raised through activities such as street markets, cash collections, fair stalls, charity performances, dining events and the operation of city centre charity shops.

Their social events regularly include luncheons, quizzes, garden parties, theatre, museum and cinema visits as well as ‘sail and shop’ trips to the continent.

In recognition of ongoing fundraising endeavours – Chairman of the Friends, Don Foster, unveils the Circle Bar dedication plaque with Cllr Bob Gettings, from the Board of Leeds Grand Theatre & Opera House Ltd.

Coffee Mornings Throughout this season, The Friends will be holding a series of informal Coffee Mornings in our historic Circle Bar – why not stop by for a chat and a cuppa?

Saturdays 10.30am to 12.30pm 12 January 9 February 9 March 16 March 23 March 13 April 11 May 8 June

Membership If you are interested in joining this dedicated and sociable group of City Varieties’ supporters, please contact the venue office via 0113 391 7777 or drop by the Reception in Swan Street to pick up an application form.

Standard annual membership costs just £12* per person – lifetime memberships are also available.

Benefits of membership include: 1 Priority Booking

1 Discounts and Special Offers on selected shows or merchandise 1 Exclusive Friends’ Events * Prices correct at time of going to print.

Friends of the City Varieties Registered Charity Number: 1038435

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(subject to promoter agreement)

1 Regular Newsletters

Please contact us to discuss your event or hospitality enquiries.

Your Wedding at City Varieties Holding your ceremony at City Varieties is certain to make your day memorable for all the right reasons. The auditorium seats up to 400 people but also feels intimate with much smaller numbers of guests making it a perfect venue whatever the size of your party.

If you’d like drinks after the ceremony, our Circle Bar holds 60 people and is a lovely setting for your guests to mingle whilst you have photos taken or just as somewhere to chat before you move on to your reception venue.

For further information about holding your marriage or civil partnership at City Varieties, please contact Anne Shaw on 0113 391 7777 or email weddings@cityvarieties.co.uk.

Sponsorship & Naming Opportunities Since re-opening, our auditorium has been named in memory of Leeds entrepreneur and philanthropist, Jimi Heselden, and the Green Room named in recognition of a generous donation made by Dr Keith Howard OBE, Chairman of Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. This generous sponsorship is helping to preserve this unique venue for future generations. Other areas and services within City Varieties are also available for naming rights. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Name a Seat Join the ever-growing numbers of supporters and celebrities who have already named a seat or a box in our stunningly restored auditorium, including John Bishop, Barbara Windsor MBE, Dame Judi Dench, Timothy West CBW and Prunella Scales CBE. The inscription could be your name, a company name, a celebration or commemoration, or simply a dedication to a loved one.

Prices start from just £6 per month over four years. Call us on the number below for an application form or call into reception in Swan Street.

Volunteers The City Varieties relies upon a dedicated team of volunteer stewards to staff our events. If you are interested in offering your valuable time to help the venue run smoothly, please request an application pack by contacting house@cityvarieties.co.uk or by calling the office number below.

For all your enquiries, please call us on 0113 391 7777 or email info@cityvarieties.co.uk * Events and private hires are subject to space availability and licensing capacities.

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Secure public parking is available nearby at The Light (via Great George Street) and St John’s Centre (via Merrion Street) – for additional parking information, please download the Leeds City Council parking guide from leeds.gov.uk.

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We are within a pedestrianised area with heavily restricted vehicle access and the closest drop-off point would be on The Headrow.

There are several parking spaces available nearby to disabled badge holders including Public transport The Headrow, Wormald Row and Mark Lane.

We are just a ten minute walk from either Leeds bus or rail station and many city centre bus stops. Plan your journey via wymetro.com or call 0113 245 7676.

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Get in touch City Varieties Music Hall Swan Street Leeds LS1 6LW

General Enquiries: 0113 391 7777 info@cityvarieties.co.uk Tickets: 0113 243 0808 boxoffice@cityvarieties.co.uk Marketing and Press: 0113 391 7775 marketing@cityvarieties.co.uk Technical Team: technical@cityvarieties.co.uk

Like our City Varieties Music Hall page on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @CityVarieties

Proprietor: Leeds Grand Theatre and Opera House Ltd. Registered in England No. 978161. A company controlled by Leeds City Council.

Registered address: 46 New Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6NZ. Reg Charity No: 500408. VAT Reg No: 865 9525 74 The information contained in this brochure is correct at the time of printing. Whilst every effort is made to avoid programme changes, we reserve the right to make alterations, where necessary, without prior notice, if unavoidable.

City Varieties Music Hall is very grateful for the generous financial support of the family of Jimi Heselden for sponsoring the Auditorium and Dr Keith Howard OBE, Chairman of Emerald Group Publishing Ltd for sponsoring the Green Room.

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