Leeds Combined Arts

Food, Talk, Film ‘Spirited Away’
2019-07-10 19:30 - 22:30 (Europe/London) | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
10-year-old Chihiro and her parents are riding along during a family outing through the countryside when they stumble across an amusement park that has seemingly been abandoned for years. Despite Chihiro’s premonitions about the creepy setting, her parents explore the area and eventually discover and indulge in an empty eatery filled with fresh food. As a result of their unfaithfulness, they are magically turned into pigs, which in turn scares away Chihiro. She meets the enigmatic Haku, who explains to her that this land is actually a magical bath house, a kind of holiday resort, where supernatural beings seek comfort away from the earthly realm and she must work here, as laziness is not permitted, to free both herself and her parents from the mystical land. Food will be served from 6.30 p.m. Talk at 7.15 pm. and film at 7.15 p.m. £10.00 including a mixture of hot and cold Japanese veggie/vegan food and a meat dish.

Walk round King Alfred’s and Meanwood (joint walk with Leeds YHA)
2019-07-09 20:30 - 22:00
Meet Carol outside the Milk & Honey Cafe on Stonegate Road, Meanwood LS6 4PU for a 4 mile walk through King Alfred’s Fields, Meanwood Woods, and Park. The walk will finish at the East of Arcadia in the centre of Meanwood Tel: Carol on 07708 230 333 for more details.

LCA ‘Arts for Well-being’, Voice Workshops
2019-07-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
‘Arts for Well-being’.
Our weekly programme of Voice Workshops continue with gentle movement. The project will explore vocal toning, silence, harmony and some improvisation. The workshops are provided free of charge. Refreshments will be available to purchase.

LCA Book Reading Group.
2019-07-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
Join us for our Book Reading Group, we are reading ‘The Best of Sisters’ by Dilly Court. For more information on the book please see our diary entry on 11.3.19. Entrance is £3.00 including refreshments. All welcome to read.

LCA Day Trip - Burnby Hall, Water Lillies & Breezy Knees Gardens
2019-07-07 10:15 - 18:00
Burnby Hall Gardens are home to a National Collection of over 100 varieties of Hardy Water-Lily. Carp and Roach are in both lakes in large numbers and can be hand fed by visitors. There are walkways around both lakes, an ornamental bridge, a Victorian Garden, an Aviary, a new restored Edwardian Rock Garden and a Stumpery, the latter being the most recent addition to this popular visitor attraction. The Gardens are seven times winners of the Yorkshire in Bloom Gold Award for Country Houses, Estates, Parks and Gardens (2010 to 2016). The Stewart Museum houses a fascinating collection of artefacts collected by Major Stewart on eight world tours that undertaken between 1906 and 1926. A café, gift shop and playground are situated on the site. All facilities are wheelchair and pushchair friendly. Breezy Knees are 20 acres of award winning gardens which are packed with over 7,000 different varieties of flowers, shrubs and trees, and have been designed through careful successional planting to be at their best throughout the summer. They feature extensive herbaceous borders, sparkling fountains, rose gardens, annual meadows, lake and arboretum plus much more. The price of £25.00 includes all travel and entrance into the hall and gardens, (usual price £28.00). Please book early to avoid disappointment. For any further information and book, please email Sibylle sibylle@leedscombinedarts.org.uk

HMF - 'Shaku' - Jazz-Rock, Funk, and Blues band
2019-07-06 21:00 | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
We are very pleased and proud to present ‘Shaku’ our main band who will be playing for us at HEART on the final Saturday of the Festival. Shaku are a 6-piece outfit hailing from all four corners of the globe, infusing your musical nourishment with a ‘six of your five a day’ blend that is sure to fulfil your dietary desires. Fusing old school Jazz-Rock, Funk, and Blues they spearhead a genre they like to call “Frog Rock”, and for the past year have rattled audiences with their off-kilter melodies, groovy jams and unique performances. This particular performance is set to be extra special, with the band setting aside their electric gear to provide a full acoustic show. Entrance: £PAYF.

HMF - Voice Workshop with Kyla Dante
2019-07-06 15:00 - 18:00 | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
Come and join us for an afternoon of energising and deeply nourishing singing. We will enjoy opening our voices using enjoyable warm ups suitable for all levels of singers, no experience needed. We will explore circle singing which is a wonderful way to connect with people and foster self confidence. Kyla has a wonderful array of world music to share, from all over the globe and values stories from all cultures. Having a strong belief that singing and music can go a long way in creating a universally inclusive language which is so very much needed in our world today.
On a personal level singing can be transformative and extremely healing and Kyla see’s herself in a role of welcoming and encouraging as many people as possible into the liberating experience of singing. Kyla belongs to a wider group of singing facilitators called Together Singers, who all share the desire to get people singing for the amazing experience of singing rather than for any external judgement or for an opinion of another. We want to hear your voice, we work with people from where they are at and nobody is excluded. Expect to laugh and feel connected to a wonderful group of people, learn some beautiful songs from around the world and leave feeling very energised and alive! Entrance £8.00/£6.00 concessions and LCA members.

HMF - Latin Dance Class followed by ‘Nel and the Elephants’
2019-07-03 20:00 | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
Join us for a Latin American dance class with tutor Emma Sutton followed by – Nel and the Elephants bringing an exciting mix of swing, traditional tunes and fiery Latin American numbers to get you on your feet. Formed out of a love and passion for music that gets people moving, the brand bring their excitement and joy to each performance! Featuring Nel Begley on vocals. Entrance £6.00 /£5.00 includes both class at 7.00 p.m. and band at 8.15 p.m.
Supported by Leeds Inspired.
Leeds Inspired is part of the city’s cultural programme that celebrates arts events and project throughout the year, supporting high quality, accessible cultural experiences for Leeds’ residents and visitors. Founded in 2012, Leeds Inspired supports culture in the city through grants schemes, commissions and a ‘What’s On’ events website. Leeds Inspired is part of Leeds City Council.

LCA ‘Arts for Well-being’, Voice Workshops.
2019-07-02 15:00 - 17:00, 2019-06-04 15:00 - 17:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom

HMF - OWL’s 60’s & 70’s Tea dance
2019-07-01 15:00 - 18:00 | Parish Church Hall, St Michael's Road, Headingley, LS6 3AW
Join OWL’s for a 60’s disco afternoon with afternoon tea. A musical event at Headingley Parish Hall for the annual Headingley Music Festival. Enjoy live music from David A Jameson, acoustic covers of 60’S AND 70’S songs with percussionist Deryk Isherwood. Refreshments included. Call 0113 369 7077or email infoowls@gmail.com to book. Tickets £3.50 (Joint event with OWL’s Group).

HMF ‘Music Evening with Four Choirs’
2019-06-29 20:30 | Holy Trinity Community Hall Meanwood, LS6 4LF, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
This evening Headingley Music Festival presents an evening of music from four different bands/choirs. Appearing will be – ‘May Contain Notes’ a 5 piece male choir, ‘North Leeds Community Singers’ (led by Kate Mayger), ‘Sing the world Choir’ who are based at the Yorkshire College of Music & Drama, and ‘Good in Parts’, a community Choir who rehearse at the Immaculate Church Hall on Harrogate Road. Entrance £4.00/£3.50 concessions & LCA Members.

HMF Music Quiz & Wine Tasting
2019-06-27 20:30 | Headingley Community Hub (formerly Headingley Library), North Lane, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HG
Join Paul from Headingley Music Festival for a quiz with wine tasting. £1.00 per person includes free wine tasting! There will be two prizes of tickets to various events in the Headingley Music Festival as well as wine.

LCA 'Poetry & Music Evening with Emma Sutton'
2019-06-26 20:30 - 22:00 | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
This evening’s event will form part of the Headingley Music Festival. Emma Sutton will host the first half with poetry, song and music accompanied by Neil Garratt. In the second half there will be an open mic for anyone who would like to read, sing or play.

LCA ‘Arts for Well-being’, Voice Workshops
2019-06-25 15:00 - 17:00, 2019-06-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood LS6 4LD, Green Road, Leeds, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom

LCA Book Reading Group
2019-06-24 16:00 - 18:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
We continue reading ‘The Best of Sisters’ by Dilly Court on Monday 24 June 3 – 5 p.m. Full details can be seen on our calendar entry on 11 March with a description of the story. Entrance is £3.00 including refreshments. All welcome to read during the 2 hour session.

'The Chef Show'
2019-06-23 18:00 - 20:00 | The Holbeck, Jenkinson Lawn, Holbeck, LS11 9QX, Jenkinson Lawn, Leeds, LS11 9QX, United Kingdom
There will be an extra Theatre Visit on Sunday 23 June at 5.00 p.m. at ‘The Holbeck’, Jenkinson Lawn, Holbeck LS11 9QX to see the above production.
Two actors play all the roles in the story of a busy night in the local curry house. They are also joined by a chef from your very own local restaurant offering a spicy cookery demonstration. Includes a chance to share food and conversation with your local chef and the cast.
The story of The Chef Show centres on father and son Abdul and Khalid on a particularly busy night in their restaurant. As they struggle to deal with all of the customers ‘out front’ and the staff in the kitchen they also have to decide on the future of the family business. Will Khalid carry on the family business, or is this the end? Much of the fun of the show comes from seeing just two actors having to play multiple roles – in the same scene!
With Guest Chef from My Lahore, Leeds.
Deliciously entertaining for all the family!. Pay as you feel after the show, but places must be booked in advance as this is a ticketed event.

Walk - Golden Acre Park & Eccup with OWF.
2019-06-22 13:00 - 16:00
Paul’s Pond

Join Carol at the Golden Acre Park Car Park for a 5.5 mile walk as part of the Otley Walking Festival Easy Walk through paths, fields & meadows with poetry on a ‘Summer’ theme.
The walk will take us through Golden Acre Park, calling at The New Inn Eccup on the way round. (Packed lunches may be eaten in the New Inn Garden at the picnic tables if a drink is purchased). Snacks can also be purchased at the New Inn. Contact Carol for any further info on 07708 230333.

LCA Theatre Visit 'My Fair Lady'
2019-06-21 20:30 | Harrogate Theatre, 6 Oxford Street, Harrogate, HG1 1QF
The tale of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady features one of musical theatre’s greatest scores. Lerner and Loewe’s award winning story based on George Bernard Shaw’s play, Pygmalion. ‘My Fair Lady’ is that rare musical by which all others are measured. Performed by Harrogate Operatic Society.

HMF ‘Latin American Dance Course with Emma Sutton’
2019-06-20 20:15 - 21:45, 2019-06-13 20:15 - 21:45, 2019-06-06 20:15 - 21:45, 2019-05-30 20:15 - 21:45 | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
Welcome to this 8 week Latin dance course facilitated by Headingley Music Festival. During the 8 week classes we will explore each dance style and learn the fundamental steps of each. These are group classes, and you don’t need to have a partner. Besides being a great introduction to some wonderful dances, these sessions provide a fun workout to fantastic music. Everyone is welcome. Entrance £5/£4.00 concessions.
Merengue and Salsa
The official dance of the Dominican Republic, merengue is generally considered easy to learn, making it a great choice for those looking to ease their way in to Latin dancing.
Salsa is a dance and a musical style with deep Caribbean and African roots. It’s very popular in almost all Latin American, and among Latino communities in the United States. In recent years, this dance has also gained popularity in Europe and in Asia.
Rumba and Mambo
The Rumba is often referred to as the “grandfather of the Latin dances.” Originating in Cuba, it first came to the United States in the early 1920s. It is a slow and sensual dance.
The Mambo dance originated in Cuba as a mixture of Afro-Caribbean and Latin American cultures. The word “mambo” denotes an African origin, particularly from the Congo region.
Cha Cha cha
The Cha Cha Cha is a lively dance with African influences that developed in Cuba after World War II.
Tango
A sensual ballroom dance that originated in Buenos Aires, Argentina in the early twentieth century. Tango is danced to a repetitive style of music, with the count of the music being either 16 or 32 beats.
Week 1 & 2 – Merengue and Salsa (9th & 16th May)
Week 3 & 4 – Rumba and Mambo (23rd & 30th May)
Week 5 – Cha Cha Cha (6th June)
Week 6 – Tango (13th June)
Week 7 – Recap (20th June)
Final week 8 – Mix of all dances (free if booking for the live band at 8.15 p.m.) (Wednesday 3rd July)
Contact us on 07518 627 109 if you would like more details.
The weekly classes will be £5.00/£4.00 members & concessions (pay on the door).
Supported by Leeds Inspired.
Leeds Inspired is part of the city’s cultural programme that celebrates arts events and project throughout the year, supporting high quality, accessible cultural experiences for Leeds’ residents and visitors. Founded in 2012, Leeds Inspired supports culture in the city through grants schemes, commissions and a ‘What’s On’ events website. Leeds Inspired is part of Leeds City Council.

MBS 'Somatic Movement' with Sylvia Jay
2019-06-19 20:45 | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
Join us for the last in our Mind, Body, and Spirit Evenings this season when we will be taking part in a practical workshop with Sylvia Jay. Sylvia is a Somatic Educator in the tradition of Thomas Hanna; and also a Hendrickson Method massage and manual therapy Practitioner. Based in Meanwood, Leeds Sylvia offers private sessions, classes and workshops in north Leeds and beyond; and in Bristol. Enjoy more mobility, freedom of movement, a healthier, better looking posture; find greater enjoyment and performance in your chosen sport and activities. Please wear loose and comfortable clothing. Entrance £4.00/£3.50 concessions and LCA members including refreshments.

LCA Theatre Visit ‘Footloose’
2019-06-18 20:00 | Carriageworks Theatre, Millennium Square, Leeds
‘Kick off your Sunday Shoes and Cut Loose’ with the cast of LIDOS, as they perform the explosive rock ‘n’ roll musical sensation – ‘Footloose’. When Ren McCormack, a teenage boy from Chicago, arrives in Bomont, he finds himself at odds with the town, including the Reverend Moore who has outlawed dancing. Enlisting the help of Ariel and Willard, Ren convinces the Reverend to let the teenagers dance. Come and join the award winning LIDOS as they bring you the classic hits – including ‘Holding Out for a Hero’, ‘Almost Paradise’, ‘Let’s hear it for the Boy’ and the unforgettable title track, ‘Footloose’!

LCA ‘Arts for Well-being’, Voice Workshops.
2019-06-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood LS6 4LD, Green Road, Leeds, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom

LCA Book Reading Group
2019-06-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
We continue reading ‘The Best of Sisters’ by Dilly Court on Monday 17 June 3 – 5 p.m. Full details can be seen on our calendar entry on 11 March with a description of the story. Entrance is £3.00 including refreshments. All welcome to read during the 2 hour session.

LCA Book Reading Group.
2019-06-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
We continue reading ‘The Best of Sisters’ by Dilly Court on Monday 10 June 3 – 5 p.m. Full details can be seen on our calendar entry on 11 March with a description of the story. Entrance is £3.00 including refreshments. All welcome to read during the 2 hour session.

LCA Book Reading Group.
2019-06-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
We continue reading ‘The Best of Sisters’ by Dilly Court on Monday 3 June 3 – 5 p.m. Full details can be seen on our calendar entry on 11 March. Entrance is £3.00 including refreshments. All welcome to read during the 2 hour session.
