Leeds Combined Arts

LCA ‘Russian and English Poetry Evening’
2020-01-15 19:30 (Europe/London) | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
Join Natasha for an evening of Russian Poetry translated into English. Would you like to experience the softer side of Russia and some of its rich cultural heritage? If so, then join Natasha for an evening of selected Russian poetry and folksong, covering a period of over 200 years. There may be some open mic slots in the second half of the evening.

LCA Book Reading Group
2020-01-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood LS6 4LD, Green Road, Leeds, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
Leeds, England. October 1897. Superintendent Harper is proud of his wife Annabelle. She’s one of seven women selected to stand for election as a Poor Law Guardian. But even as the campaign begins, Annabelle and the other female candidates start to receive anonymous letters from someone who believes a woman’s place lies firmly in the home. The threats escalate into outright violence when an explosion rips through the church hall where Annabelle is due to hold a meeting – with fatal consequences. The only piece of evidence Harper has is a scrap of paper left at the scene containing a fragment from an old folk song. But what is its significance? As polling day approaches and the attacks increase in menace and intensity, Harper knows he’s in a race against time to uncover the culprit before more deaths follow. With the lives of his wife and daughter at risk, the political becomes cruelly personal.
All reading takes place in the two-hour slot, including a break. Entrance is £3.00 and includes refreshments. Further details on 0113 269 0356.

Theatre Visit: 'Cinderella'
2020-01-02 19:00 | Northern Ballet, Leeds Grand Theatre
Thursday 2 January 7.00 p.m. ‘Cinderella’, Northern Ballet, Leeds Grand Theatre.
Marvellous feats of magic’. Escape to an enchanting winter wonderland with Northern Ballet’s beautiful reimagining of ‘Cinderella’. A glorious summer’s day turns into tragedy. Devastated by the loss of her father, and excluded by her cruel stepmother and sisters, Cinderella finds solace on the frozen lake where she first sees her Prince Charming. Escape into an enchanting winter wonderland with Northern Ballet’s beautiful re imagining of Cinderella. Live every moment of Cinderella’s story from heartbreak to joy. In this sparkling adaptation of the classic rags-to-riches tale.
Please Note: This production has now reached its full capacity.

New Year Break in Earby; joint with Leeds YHA Walking Group
2019-12-30 00:00 - 2020-01-01 00:00
Join us for a fabulous New Year 2 night break in Earby surrounded by great countryside with easy access to the industrial history of the area. This lovely cosy cottage on the outskirts of Earby village is close to the Yorkshire Dales, great for a countryside break. The Pennine Way, Pendle Way and Lancashire Cycleway are great destinations for walking and cycling holidays. From here you can also explore historic Skipton, the Forest of Bowland and Pendle Hill – home of Lancashire witches. The full address is Earby Hostel 13 Birch Hall Lane Earby, Earby BB18 6JX. The Cost is £30 for one night & £40 for 2 nights. We are intending to stay on 30th & 31st December and some people will also be staying o 1st January. The cost for 3 nights is £45.00. There will be a buffet on New Year’s Eve to which we will all contribute. Please Note: All cheques must be made payable to ‘Leeds YHA Walking Group’ and sent to John Freeman, Treasurer, Leeds YHA Walking Group at 6, Gledhow Park View, Leeds, LS7 4JS. If you would like further information please contact Susan at susan.uttley@live.co.uk

A previous Leeds YHA Walking Group Weekend in Earby 2013.

The LCA Seasonal Meal, Queens Arms, Harrogate Road.
2019-12-21 19:30 - 21:45
Join us for our annual Seasonal Meal at The Queens Arms, Harrogate Road, Chapel Allerton., LS7 3PT. Please pay in advance by sending a cheque for £11.99 for 2 courses. If you would like 3 courses, please add an extra £3.50. All choices of food can be made on the evening. Please see the Toby Carvery Festive meal for the full menu which is available on their website.

Seasonal Poetry, Prose, & Short Mummers Play.
2019-12-18 19:30 - 21:30 | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
Wednesday 18th December 7.30 p.m. HEART, Headingley, Seasonal Winter Poetry & Prose Evening.
Join us for our final event this year with an open mic Poetry & Prose Evening on a Winter Seasonal theme. All welcome to participate throughout the evening, with readings performances on a seasonal theme. There will also be a short performance by Leeds Morris Mummers. A short, rustic, seasonal confection on the topic of climate change, featuring two of the most vociferous protagonists of contrary positions, with our fair Britannia stuck in the middle. But Father Christmas will undoubtedly sort it all out. God bless us, every one! Entrance is £4.00/£3.50 members and concessions and will include seasonal refreshments.

Mummers play from 2018.

'Dance the World' workshop with Emma Lucy
2019-12-17 14:00 - 16:00, 2019-12-10 14:00 - 16:00, 2019-12-03 14:00 - 16:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
In our world today we find dance in all aspects of culture – in our gestures, in religious and spiritual ceremonies, in romance, in popular culture, in entertainment, in fitness and in art. Dance styles are closely tied to the cultures in which they develop. Each gesture and move has its own history and cultural derivation. The way we move with our bodies is both and expression of our culture and our identity.
In these workshops we will explore culture and identity by learning dances from all over the world. Circle dances are a widespread and traditional form of dance which exist in many cultures so we will be learning some of those. We will also look at other group dances and mind/body practices too. We will dance across the continents. We will learn about the roots of the dances and try our own feet at the steps. We will probably get it wrong quite a few times – that’s all part of it. We might never get it right – that’s ok. These classes aren’t dance instruction – they’re dance exploration.
Everyone is welcome to come and join. The dances are versatile and adaptable to suit each dancer. The classes are inclusive and welcoming for people of all ages and abilities. No special footwear or clothing is required. No experience is necessary as the dances are all taught first.

LCA Short Seasonal Walk.
2019-12-15 12:00 - 14:30
Sunday 15th December short walk 12 noon from the Royal Armouries. Join Sibylle for a short festive walk from the Royal Armouries. We will be taking the boat from the Royal Armouries along the River Aire to Leeds central station; from there we will be walking along the River towards Morrison’s where we will have optional afternoon tea in the cafe. There is then the option to walk back to the centre or catch the bus from Kirkstall. Meet At The Royal Armouries, Armouries Drive, LS10 1LT.
Previous walk from the Royal Armouries.

Theatre Visit: Zoobin Surty Karma Dance Company – ‘British Bollywood Spectacular’
2019-12-14 14:00 | Kala Sangam Arts Centre, Bradford
Journey through the seasons of India as our season comes to an end with a spectacular performance that captures all the colours, sounds and flamboyancy of Bollywood! Choreographed by Zoobin Surty, this extravaganza features community performers and professionals from across the region dancing to some classic Bollywood hits. Whether you know your Shah Rukh Khan from your Katrina Kaif, or you’re a complete newcomer to Bollywood, this performance is the perfect alternate Christmas night out and guaranteed to get your toes tapping.

Theatre Visit: 'Band of Gold'
2019-12-12 19:30 | The Grand Theatre, Leeds, 46 New Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6NZ
The gritty thriller tells the story of a group of women – Carol, Rose, Anita and Gina – as they battle to survive while working in Bradford’s red-light district. First aired on television in 1995, Band of Gold captivated over 15 million viewers each week and starred (among others) Geraldine James, Cathy Tyson, Barbara Dickson and Samantha Morton. The ground-breaking crime drama ran for two series after which Kay felt the series had run its course.
This event has now reached its maximum capacity.

LCA Annual General Meeting.
2019-12-11 19:30 - 20:30 | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
AGM
Wednesday 11th December 7.30 p.m. HEART, Bennett Road, Headingley.
Join us for our Annual General Meeting at HEART on Weds 11 December. We will present our Annual Accounts and Report and have a look back at all the events that have taken place up to and including 30th April 2019. Refreshments provided.

MBS ‘Crystal Sounds’ with Kim Moore
2019-11-27 19:45 | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
Hugely popular in London and USA crystal sounds bowls are now being used extensively for anxiety sleep problems and helping you get deeply relaxed. Come and find out the effects of the crystal singing bowls has on the mind body and soul. I will be talking about how we like crystals have resonance of sound so when connect to crystal is aligns our whole vibrational systems into alignment. The bowls are made of 99.9. per cent quartz crystal they play frequencies that are harmonic and that shifts out what is not needed within us. You will get a chance to hear the sounds feel about how they can raise our state of being. Come and join us for the enlightening event. Further information at www.crystalsoundspace.com

The subjects discussed under the ‘Mind, Body, Spirit Programme’ are for entertainment and educational purposes, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Leeds Combined Arts.

'Dance the World' workshop with Emma Lucy
2019-11-26 14:00 - 16:00, 2019-11-19 14:00 - 16:00, 2019-11-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
Join us for our new programme of World Dance Workshops at Meanwood Institute, Meanwood LS6 4LD.
In our world today we find dance in all aspects of culture – in our gestures, in religious and spiritual ceremonies, in romance, in popular culture, in entertainment, in fitness and in art. Dance styles are closely tied to the cultures in which they develop. Each gesture and move has its own history and cultural derivation. The way we move with our bodies is both and expression of our culture and our identity.
In these workshops we will explore culture and identity by learning dances from all over the world. Circle dances are a widespread and traditional form of dance which exist in many cultures so we will be learning some of those. We will also look at other group dances and mind/body practices too. We will dance across the continents. We will learn about the roots of the dances and try our own feet at the steps. We will probably get it wrong quite a few times – that’s all part of it. We might never get it right – that’s ok. These classes aren’t dance instruction – they’re dance exploration.
Everyone is welcome to come and join. The dances are versatile and adaptable to suit each dancer. The classes are inclusive and welcoming for people of all ages and abilities. No special footwear or clothing is required. No experience is necessary as the dances are all taught first.

'The Wizard of Oz', and Community Network Party.
2019-11-25 17:30 - 21:30 | Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7UP, United Kingdom
We invite you to join us in the newly refurbished bar from 5.30 p.m. for a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie, Free! We hope you will then join us to see the ‘Wizard of Oz’ at 7.00 p.m. Soar over the rainbow, follow the yellow brick road and skip into the Emerald City to fulfil your heart’s desire, as Leeds Playhouse whisks you away on an unforgettable journey. Join Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tim Man and Lion as the classic story and songs you know and love burst on to the stage in this technicolor spectacular! All tickets £10.50 including glass of mulled wine and a mince pie. Both must be pre-booked.

Theatre Visit: 'We will Rock You'
2019-11-23 14:30 | The Grand Theatre, Leeds, 46 New Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6NZ
The worldwide smash hit musical by Queen and Ben Elton returns to the UK. Featuring 24 of Queen’s biggest hits and Ben Elton’s hilarious futuristic comedy writing, We Will Rock You boasts the scale and spectacle that marked the band’s legendary live performances.

LCA Poetry & Prose Evening with Pamela Scobie on 'Any Kind of Love'
2019-11-20 19:30 - 21:30 | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
Leeds Combined Arts Poetry & Prose Evening – Wednesday 20th November, 7.30 p.m. HEART, Bennett Road, Headingley LS6 3HN.

This evenings Poetry and Prose Evening will be hosted by Otley Poet Pamela Scobie & Linda Marshall. Pam started writing poetry and short stories in 2008, having previously focused on novels and plays. She is not especially confessional, preferring to imagine how she might behave in different circumstances or in different skins. Nevertheless, she does draw on observation and personal experience. She lived for eight years with the poet T.F. Griffin, who died in 2016, and who inspired many of her love poems. She has had some success in competitions and magazines and has two collections out: “Oh, Darling Doctor Frankenstein” and “The Dark Side of the bed”. Linda Marshall’s poetry has a wry, whimsical quality. She’s taken part in many local readings and has had two collections published, first ‘Brakken City’ and then a decade later ‘Half Moon Glasses’.

The theme for this evening will be ‘Any Kind of Love’. In the second half after a there will be an be an ‘open mic’ session for those who would like to read Entrance is £4.00/£3.00 concessions and ‘Arts Together Members’. For more info please see www.leedscombinedarts.org.uk

Theatre Visit: 'We Will Rock You'
2019-11-14 19:30 | The Grand Theatre, Leeds, 46 New Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6NZ
‘We Will Rock You’, Leeds Grand Theatre. The worldwide smash hit musical by Queen and Ben Elton returns to the UK. Featuring 24 of Queen’s biggest hits and Ben Elton’s hilarious futuristic comedy writing, We Will Rock You boasts the scale and spectacle that marked the band’s legendary live performances.
This event has now reached its maximum capacity.

Circular walk around East Keswick
2019-11-10 12:00
Meet Carol at the Duke of Wellington Inn Main Street East Keswick LS17 9DB for a 5 mile walk around East Keswick with long distant views on Almscliffe Crag and the White Horse of Kilburn. As this is Remembrance Day any poems can be on ‘Memories’. Please bring a packed lunch and a drink. There will be an optional drink at the Duke of Wellington after the walk. For further details contact Carol on 07708 230 333.

Film ‘An American in Paris’
2019-11-08 11:00 | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
‘An American in Paris’ is a romantic musical inspired by the 1951 film of the same name incorporating songs from George and Ira Gershwin.
The book is by Craig Lucas. The musical won several Tony Awards. The Broadway production closed in October 2016. A US national tour opened in the autumn of 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts, and a London West End production opened at the Dominion Theatre in March 2017. The Italian premiere took place in Genoa in Teatro Carlo Felice in October 2018. FREE! Tea & Cakes are available at very low cost provided by OWL’s and there will be an interval half way through the film.
There is no need to book you can just turn up!

Theatre Visit: 'Half of Me'
2019-11-07 19:30 | Kala Sangam Arts Centre, Bradford
Inspired by Satinder Kaur Chohan’s play by the same name, ‘Half of Me’ explores the often unheard stories of young people born through Assisted Reproductive Technologies, such as IVF. The story draws parallels with the famous Indian epic the Mahabharata, in which the biological mother Kunti meets her abandoned son Karna after he is grown into a young man and questions his loyalties. A contemporary, relevant story told through the classical South Asian dance form Bharatanatyam, ‘Half of Me’ is performed by some of the most charismatic dancers in the UK. The modern choreography by Swati Raut is accompanied by spellbinding music by Praveen D. Rao, a versatile music composer from India. This performance also features a post-show discussion, where you’ll have the opportunity to ask any burning questions. The majority of performances at Kala Sangam are now Pay What You Decide, which means you don’t have to pay until after you have seen a show. Please Note: Even though you don’t have to pay until after you’ve seen the show places still have to be booked in advance. Once you have confirmed you are attending, we can book your ticket which you will need to enter the performance. Please e-mail sibylle@leedscombinedarts.org.uk to reserve your place, (limited ticket availability).

Theatre Visit: 'The King & I'
2019-11-06 19:30 | The Grand Theatre, Leeds, 46 New Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6NZ
Directed by Tony Award winner Bart Sher (South Pacific, My Fair Lady – Broadway), this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to witness this glorious production, direct from its record breaking season at The London Palladium. This 5-star, critically acclaimed, Lincoln Centre Theatre’s production stars the West End’s Annalene Beechey and Broadway’s Jose Llana.

This production has now reached its maximum capacity.

Theatre Visit: 'Dracula'
2019-10-31 19:30 | Northern Ballet, Leeds Playhouse (QT), 2 St. Cecilia Street, Leeds, LS2 7PA
Step into the world of Dracula – if you dare…. Seducing countless generations, Bram Stoker’s legendary vampire lives on in this extraordinary ballet. The dark tale of the immortal Count is played out through Northern Ballet’s blend of sensuous dancing and gripping theatre enhanced by gothic sets and costumes. If you think you know what to expect from ballet, think again. This is ballet with a dramatic bite that will leave you thirsty for more – don’t miss your chance to experience it. Features music by Schnittke, Rachmaninov, Pärt and Daugherty.
This production has now reached its maximum capacity.

Theatre Visit: ‘The Body Snatcher’
2019-10-27 19:00 | Carriageworks Theatre, Millennium Square, Leeds
Presented by Thunder Road & Harrogate Theatre, Something is rotten in the town of Inglenook. Sour milk, unread post, dogs howling day and night, the locals are vanishing…seemingly into thin air. As fear haunts the remaining few, a young scientist is disturbed by a noise underground. It’s the sound of terror, and it’s getting louder. The Body Snatcher is an unnerving experience inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson’s hair-raising horror: live action, music and storytelling combine in a tale of mystery, morality, and science unhinged. Nobody is safe.

Theatre Visit: Matinee 'La Bohème’ Opera North
2019-10-26 15:30 | Opera North, Leeds Grand Theatre, 46 New Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6NU
On a cold Christmas night in bohemian Paris, Mimì knocks on Rodolfo’s door in search of a candle and a love is sparked that changes their lives forever. But can this love survive the harsh winter? Set in the bustling clubs and cafés of early-60s Paris, don’t miss Opera North’s production of one of the most popular – and most heart-breaking – operas of all times! Sung in Italian with English titles. Running time: approximately 2 hours 15 Minutes. (Please note that seats could be high up!)

'Into the Light' DVD from this year's Glastonbury Symposium with Dr. William Bloom
2019-10-23 20:45 - 22:30 | Headingley Community Hub (formerly Headingley Library), North Lane, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HG
We always like to bring you the latest cutting-edge talks from Glastonbury Symposium, with covers Truth, Mysteries, and New Frontiers. The main aim of the Symposium is to bring in speakers from around the world and to give people information that isn’t so easy to get from else-where. They have conversations and presentations about the things we are not supposed to talk about and looking again about the things in the world going on around us in a light that is not allowed to be shown in the mainstream. Dr William Bloom is one of the UK’s leading’s authors and educators in the field of holistic spirituality and health. He describes his approach as valuing the jewels in all traditions. He founded the Spiritual Companions project, is a Fellow of the Findhorn Foundation and co-founded Alternatives of St. James’s Church, Piccadilly. His many books include The Endorphin Effect, The Power of Modern Spirituality, Psychic Protection and Working with Angels. Recently he pioneered the first main-stream UK qualification on spirituality and health to be on the OFQUAL Register.
Presentation: Into the Light – Exploring Afterlife Dimensions
This presentation explores the great mystery of what happens when we die. The talk will be both personal and philosophical. For the first time in public William will share about his extended out of the body and near death experiences, which occurred when he was almost mortally ill during a two-year isolated retreat. Since that time, he has explored after death realities in his daily meditation practice, read the classic and contemporary texts, and helped many others prepare for their own passing and how to support others. His talk will include an exploration of texts such as the Tibetan Book of the Dead; practices that enable the transfer of consciousness; invisible helpers, purgatory, heaven and hell; and theories about the source and purpose of the soul’s journey. Just as we need to understand how to live, so we also need to know how to die.
The subjects discussed under the ‘Mind, Body, Spirit Programme’ are for entertainment and educational purposes, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Leeds Combined Arts.

Storytelling Workshops with Saskia Solomons.
2019-10-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
Join us for a 5 week session of Storytelling workshops with Saskia Solomons at Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood.
Tuesday Afternoons 2 -4 p.m.
Everyone has a tale to tell, but how do we turn a memory into story? This workshop will provide a warm and welcoming space to explore our personal histories and develop the skills needed to craft our memories into captivating stories. We will work with our imaginations, our senses and our playfulness. Participants will be invited to work with memories of their choice, and will be supported in the intuitive process of deciding which to tell; if you choose to make it so, the crafting of a memory and the telling of it can be a very healing process. Together we will create a safe space to honour our stories and celebrate our experiences, and encourage each participant to work in a way that nourishes them.
Each session will offer a different aspect of the craft of the storyteller: from building characters in your body and voice, to creating images in space, exploring the relationship to the listener(s), and developing moods, landscapes and language. Entrance is £2.00 including refreshments.
