Left Bank Leeds Events October–December 2018

EVENTS OC TOBER - DECEMBER 2018

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CRITICAL MASS B Y E VA M I L E U S N I C OPENING EVENT WEDS 9 JAN, 6-8PM

INSTA L L AT ION B Y E VA M IL E US N IC CEL EBR AT ING T HE DI V ER SE COM M UN I T IES ACROSS L EEDS W I T H A SOUNDSC A PE BY BOB BIRCH OPEN ING E V EN T W EDS 9 JA N , 6 - 8PM (A L L W ELCOME ) E X H I BI T ION OPEN 9 - 20 JA N , 10AM- 4P M

HELLO AND WELCOME Welcome to the Autumn/Winter edition of our 2018 programme. We have plenty of exciting events in store to inspire, inform and delight during the cooler months.

Our LS6 Cider Festival (autumn sibling to the ever-popular LS6 Beer Festival) returns for a third year. You won’t find a more beautiful venue in Leeds to drink your favourite tipple, sample heritage blends and try innovative new flavours.

Soon after, we welcome The Bogside Artists with their touring exhibition Art, Conflict and Remembering. Alongside this, we’re hosting a symposium in partnership with Together For Peace, which will focus on the role artists play in conflict situations. Speakers Jo Berry and Pat Magee bring us their talk Building Bridges for Peace, in which they discuss the painful process of reconciliation after a tragic event.

Painter Duncan Pearson (whose work you can see on our cover) and printmaker Kirstie Williams are exhibiting in our Porch Gallery. Both will be available to speak to at their opening events and all of their work is for sale.

And then it’s almost Christmas! Get the children into the spirit at our family craft event Messy Christmas, and give yourself a seasonal treat with the atmospheric Christmas by Candlelight. If you feel like belting out some tunes, head to Beer & Carols for a feelgood festive knees-up.

Please do book tickets in advance where possible, as this not only helps us with our planning but also gives you the advance ticket price. Advance tickets are subject to a booking fee but are still cheaper than on the door.

For those of you who don’t know us yet, we’re a multidisciplinary arts venue set in an amazing Grade II* listed former church building in Headingley. We’re an organisation with heart and a down-toearth approach, connecting people to each other, to art, and to new experiences. Our stunning building is available to hire and makes the most impressive setting for weddings, celebrations and events.

All money raised from our events supports the development of Left Bank Leeds Charitable Trust (charity no. 1146734). If you would like to follow us on our journey please join us on social media. @leftbankleeds

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Thank you so much to all of our volunteers who very kindly donate their time and expertise to support Left Bank Leeds. We are also very grateful to all of our funders who have contributed much needed financial support.

COVER PHOTO: DUNCAN PEARSON

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WHAT’S ON AT A GLANCE OCTOBER WEDS 3

EXHIBITION OPENING: DUNCAN PEARSON

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SUN 21

WEDDING & EVENTS OPEN DAY

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WEDS 31

TALKING HISTORIES: HAUNTED LEEDS

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WEDS 31

LEFT BANK CINEMA: FRANKENSTEIN

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FRI 2 & SAT 3

LS6 CIDER FESTIVAL

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SUN 4

LEFT BANK CHOIR FESTIVAL

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TUES 6

SYMPOSIUM: ART, CONFLICT & REMEMBERING

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TUES 6 - THURS 15

EXHIBITION: ART, CONFLICT & REMEMBERING

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WEDS 7

PAINTING WORKSHOP WITH DUNCAN PEARSON

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SUN 11

RESPONSE & REFLECTION: TRANSFORMING CONFLICT 8

TUES 13

DISCUSSION: BUILDING BRIDGES FOR PEACE

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WEDS 28

TALKING HISTORIES: LEEDS MUSIC SCENE

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WEDS 28

LEFT BANK CINEMA: A DIVORCE BEFORE MARRIAGE

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NOVEMBER

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WHAT’S ON AT A GLANCE DECEMBER WED 5

EXHIBITION OPENING: KIRSTIE WILLIAMS

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FRI 14

CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT

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SUN 16

MESSY CHRISTMAS

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FRI 21

BEER & CAROLS

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ALSO THIS SEASON - REGULAR EVENTS MONDAYS

VINYASA FLOW YOGA

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MONDAYS

LEFT BANK CHOIR

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FREE CO-WORKING SPACE/PUBLIC OPENING

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MON & WEDS

PORCH GALLERY EXHIBITION

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1ST WEDS/MONTH

CREATIVE OPEN HOUSE

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AFTERNOON TEA

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2ND WEDS/MONTH

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WEDDINGS & EVENTS O P E N D AY S U N 2 1 O C T, 1 - 4 P M

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OCTOBER EXHIBITION OPENING: DUNCAN PEARSON WED 3 OCT 6-8PM PAY AS YOU FEEL Working from his converted mill studio in Elland, Yorkshire, Duncan Pearson paints an array of characters ranging from the comical through to the downright creepy. Over 20 years he has developed his style and a spontaneous sense of fun that comes from everyday encounters. Join us on the opening night for a glass of wine and to meet the artist. The exhibition is open in our Porch Gallery throughout October and November.

TALKING HISTORIES: HAUNTED LEEDS WED 31 OCTOBER 6-7:30PM ADVANCE TICKETS £5/£4 Join us for an eerie evening as we unveil the haunted histories of well-known buildings in Leeds. Our speaker, Ian Crossland, works at Leeds Beckett University and has a passion for researching strange phenomena from the Headingley campus, formerly a war hospital in WWI, and beyond. He’ll tell us spine-tingling stories of The Blue Lady at Temple Newsam, a ghostly abbot and monk at Kirkstall Abbey and the phantom pianist at Leeds City Varieties.

LEFT BANK CINEMA: FRANKENSTEIN (PART OF PHILOSOPHY & FILM CINEMA) WED 31 OCT 8-9:30PM ADVANCE TICKETS £5/£4 In this 1931 film, Boris Karloff plays the role of the ‘monster’, a mute brute with a madman’s brain, now a timeless and definitive image. This special screening acknowledges the 200th anniversary of the publication of Mary Shelley’s book.

Afterwards, Dr. Joe Saunders, a philosopher at Durham University, will offer some thoughts on life, death and creation.

JAMES WHALE / USA / 1931 / 70 MINUTES / CERT. PG

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NOVEMBER LS6 CIDER FESTIVAL FRI 2 NOV, 6-11:30PM SAT 3 NOV, 12-6PM AND/OR 6-11:30PM ADVANCE TICKETS £6 per session/£10 all day Sat Our annual Cider Festival returns with an amazing line up of local, regional and national cider brands we’ll also have a selection of beer, wine and gin too. Expect to sample classic, traditional and heritage styles as well as unusual combinations and seasonal flavours. There will also be tasting sessions, DJs and some of LS6’s favourite food vendors. This is a fundraising event and every ticket and drink purchased supports the development of Left Bank Leeds.

PERFORMANCE: LEFT BANK CHOIR FESTIVAL SUN 4 NOV 5-6:30PM ADVANCE TICKETS £3 Be entertained by the fabulous singing voices of community choirs from across the city as they join together in the impressive setting of Left Bank Leeds. Come and hear them sing a capella and accompanied, in a range of styles and genres from pop songs to gospel. Our very own Left Bank Choir will be one of six choirs who will perform separately and then again together in a roof-lifting grand finale.

PHOTO: ANTHONY ROBLING

ART, CONFLICT & REMEMBERING SYMPOSIUM: TUES 6 NOV, 12-6PM ADVANCE TICKETS £7/£4 (INCLUDES LUNCH) EXHIBITION: 7-15 NOV, 10AM-4PM PAY AS YOU FEEL (NO NEED TO BOOK) This exhibition shows images of commemorative murals painted by the Bogside artists in Derry, Northern Ireland. It aims to raise awareness of the ongoing struggles in Northern Ireland and other so-called ‘post-conflict’ societies. The accompanying symposium invites conversations about reconciliation and reimagining, with a panel including campaigners, activists, a military historian and the artists themselves.

PHOTO: ARTHUR STEEL

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NOVEMBER PAINTING WORKSHOP WITH DUNCAN PEARSON WED 7 NOV 6-8PM ADVANCE TICKETS £10 In this interactive painting workshop, the artist, Duncan Pearson will introduce you to his work that is being exhibited in the Porch Gallery, and will guide you through his approach to portrait painting. Learn how to utilise some unconventional art materials like household gloss paints to achieve surprising results. All materials are provided and no previous experience is necessary.

RESPONSE & REFLECTION: TRANSFORMING CONFLICT SUN 11 NOV 6-7:30PM ADVANCE TICKETS £5/£4 Join us for a guided reflection and response to the powerful images of the Art, Conflict & Remembering exhibition. Conflict provokes a range of responses and challenges our ‘truth’. You’ll be invited to observe your own feelings, using a mixture of personal reflection, conversation and creative activities.

DISCUSSION: BUILDING BRIDGES FOR PEACE JO BERRY AND PAT MAGEE TUES 13 NOV 7:30-9PM ADVANCE TICKETS £5/£4 In 1984, the IRA bombed the Conservative Party Conference in Brighton, killing five people, including Jo Berry’s father. Pat Magee was later imprisoned for planting the bomb. In an incredible feat of human forgiveness and reconciliation, they now work together to promote peace and conflict resolution throughout the world.

This powerful talk is part of a series of events exploring conflict transformation.

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NOVEMBER & DECEMBER TALKING HISTORIES: LEEDS MUSIC SCENE WED 28 NOV 6-7:30PM ADVANCE TICKETS £5/£4 Learn about the history of our local music scene with design researcher, lecturer and musician Katie Hill. Involved with the scene since the late 90s, Katie spent years listening to tales of old art school bands like Gang of Four, The Mekons, Soft Cell and Kaiser Chiefs, which she brought together for the Leeds Music History Exhibition in 2011. Katie will share her knowledge with us as she talks about the people and places that made Leeds’ music history happen.

LEFT BANK CINEMA: A DIVORCE BEFORE MARRIAGE WED 28 NOV 8-9:30PM ADVANCE TICKETS £5/£4 When they were younger, being in a band looked like a fun, full-time job doing what you love. But as Leeds band I Like Trains discovered, the reality can be almost the exact opposite. This candid, lingering and beautifully shot film will strike a chord with many creative people in the UK today. It’s about facing difficult choices, accepting compromises and making ends meet.

M HOPKINS & B LANKESTER / UK / 2016 / 73 MINS / CERT. 18

EXHIBITION OPENING: KIRSTIE WILLIAMS WED 5 DEC 6-8PM PAY AS YOU FEEL (INCL. A GLASS OF WINE) Kirstie Williams is a Leeds-based designer and printmaker who takes inspiration from 1950s surface pattern, colour, texture and geometric pattern. She uses traditional processes such as screen printing and lino printing to create her bold and colourful works. Join Kirstie for a glass of wine at the opening event, the exhibition will continue in our Porch Gallery throughout December and January.

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DECEMBER CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT FRI 14 DEC 7-9PM ADVANCE TICKETS £15 (INCL. GLASS OF WINE & CHEESE) Join us for a candlelit concert featuring festive choirs, classical music and traditional handbells.

Enjoy your cheese and wine as you soak up the atmosphere and get into the Christmas spirit.

This is the perfect event for a truly festive gettogether. If you’d like to come as a group, please reserve a full table via the booking page. The bar will be open with special offers on wine and prosecco.

MESSY CHRISTMAS SUN 16 DEC 12-4PM ADVANCE TICKETS £1-3

(PER CHILD)

Bring the children along for some fun Christmas themed crafts. There will be cutting, sticking, biscuit decorating, crown making and plenty of glitter! This year, we will also have a story telling room where you can choose to take a seat and listen to the nativity story. The bar will be open selling delicious festive treats and drinks.

Tickets are £3 for your first child and £1 for each additional sibling.

BEER & CAROLS FRI 21 DEC 6-10PM ADVANCE TICKETS £8

(INCL. A PIE & PINT)

Grab your Christmas jumper and warm up those vocal chords because Beer & Carols is back! A pie and a pint are included in the ticket price this year, so come and have a cosy night in with us and feel the festive vibes. We’ll be accompanied by a live band and the Left Bank Choir who will help us to carry the tunes. Experience singing in a crowd, you’ll be impressed by how good it sounds in this amazing building.

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ALSO THIS SEASON VINYASA FLOW YOGA MONDAYS (EXCL. BANK HOLIDAYS) 6-7PM ADVANCE TICKETS £5 Immerse yourself in your yoga practice in one of the most inspiring buildings in Leeds. This vinyasa class is both energising and calming, restoring the balance of body and mind as well as improving strength and flexibility. All levels are welcome. Online booking is recommended as places are limited. Please arrive 15 minutes before the class.

PHOTO: ELLIOT BAXTER

LEFT BANK CHOIR MONDAYS (EXCL. BANK HOLIDAYS) 7.30-9.30PM £5 SUGGESTED DONATION (NO NEED TO BOOK) Do you want to sing in a stunning space with great acoustics? This is your opportunity to sing your heart out with a fabulous group of people and come away feeling uplifted.

We welcome adults of all abilities, you don’t have to read music, you just need to be keen to learn and get involved. For further information please email sing@leftbankleeds.org.uk

FREE CO-WORKING SPACE WEDNESDAYS 10-6PM Join our free co-working community and work from our stunning and tranquil building on a Wednesday. We’ve got complimentary WiFi, plenty of desk space and access to a bar with drinks and snacks. It’s laid-back and suitable for small meetings or getting your head into work.

There’s no need to book, just drop in and bring your laptop with you. We’re also open if you’re interested in looking around our amazing Grade II* listed building so please feel free to drop in.

PHOTO: ELLIOT BAXTER

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ALSO THIS SEASON PORCH GALLERY EXHIBITION MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS 10AM-6PM Our Porch Gallery showcases talented artists working across a range of styles and mediums, at different stages of their careers. The exhibitions are enhanced by a series of events that explore the work in greater depth, including opportunities to meet the artists, talks and workshops.

As many of the pieces are for sale, you can purchase original art for your home as well as supporting independent artists and a local charity.

CREATIVE OPEN HOUSE FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH 6-8PM PAY AS YOU FEEL Come and use our amazing space to meet up with friends and have a good catch up whilst doing something creative. Get a group together, book a table, bring your materials and spend a couple of hours drinking, chatting and making with your friends in this beautiful space. The bar will be open with special offers on beer and wine. Tables can seat eight, so please feel free to book several tables if needed.

AFTERNOON TEA SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH 2-3:30PM PAY AS YOU FEEL (NO NEED TO BOOK) We invite you to join us for afternoon tea at Left Bank Leeds on the second Wednesday of every month. It’s a great opportunity to meet up with friends and make new ones. Please come along and spend some time in this stunning historic building as we serve you tea and cake. These events have been made possible thanks to funding from Heritage Lottery Fund. There’s no need to book, just drop in and pay as you feel.

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BUS Bus Route: 19 from Leeds city centre (one minute walk) Bus Route: 49, 50/50A and 56 (ten minute walk) TRAIN The Harrogate line between Leeds and Knaresborough stops at Burley Park Station, which is a five minute walk away.

CAR There is plenty of on-street parking near the building but unfortunately we don’t have our own car park.

BIKE Cyclists are welcome to use our bike rack.

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