Leeds Combined Arts

LCA Day Trip to Yorkshire Wildlife Centre
2019-08-19 10:00 (Europe/London)
Join us for this day out at the Yorkshire Wildlife Park. Yorkshire Wildlife Park is home to the charity, the Yorkshire Wildlife Park Foundation. The Foundation was created in 2013 to be a dynamic catalyst for inspiring people to support conservation and welfare. In 2010 Yorkshire Wildlife Park rescued 13 lions from a rundown zoo in Romania by launching Lion Rescue. YWPF aims to make a big difference, a little bit at a time. Since their humble beginnings they have gone on to work with various charities and conservation projects throughout the world to save habitats and project species, improve welfare, encourage sustainable behaviours and educate tomorrow’s wildlife experts. Their vision is to create a better world for wild animals by creating dynamic communities who promote, conserve and sustain the world’s biodiversity and improve animal welfare.” Price £25.00 including all travel from Leeds and entrance into the Wildlife Park, (Usual price £28.00). For any further information and book, please email Sibylle sibylle@leedscombinedarts.org.uk

LCA World Circle Dance Workshops with Emma Lucy Dance (Greek dance-this week)
2019-08-13 - 2019-08-14 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
In these workshops we will learn dances from around the world; from Greece to Bollywood, from lively to meditative, from frivolous to sacred. 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.
I teach these dances as circle dances. There is joy and celebration and fun in learning and dancing together and that energy flows particularly well in a circle. This style of dance is transformative too; in opening our bodies to unfamiliar movements, our ears to unfamiliar music and our minds to unfamiliar philosophies we prove to ourselves and the rest of the circle that we are bolder, more capable and more flexible than we think.
Everyone is welcome to come and join as we explore various dances from across this diverse and beautiful world. Circle dancing is very versatile and adaptable to suit each dancer. The ethos of circle dancing is ‘there are no mistakes, only variations.’ This makes it 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.
We will meet each week at 2.00 p.m. at Meanwood Institute where some of the dancing will take place, however weather permitting we may also walk to the park for some of the sessions. Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear.
Entrance £3.00/£2.00 (members & concessions) including refreshments.
See you in the circle!

Workshop schedule:

Week 1
Tuesday 30th July 2019

Week 2
Tuesday 6th August 2019

Week 3
Tuesday 13th August 2019

Week 4
Tuesday 20th August 2019

LCA Summer break

Week 5
Tuesday 10th September 2019

Week 6
Tuesday 17th September 2019

Walk around Berwick in Elmet with Rob
2019-08-11 12:30
A 5 mile circular from Barwick in Elmet. Meet at the huge historic Maypole in the centre of the village – you can’t miss it. Parking can be found in nearby streets. There are remains of an ancient hill-fort yards from the Maypole if you arrive early. However there are no toilets in the centre of the village until the pubs open at 12 noon.
We’ll set off soon after 11.30 for a varied, interesting and mostly easy-going walk through open countryside, along the track of the former railway line from Leeds to Wetherby and through gorgeous woodland (Saw Wood). There are a couple of gentle slopes and in places the path may be muddy – especially if it has rained heavily in early August (as usual!) Bring suitable clothing and footwear, water and a packed lunch for a woodland picnic stop, with perhaps an opportunity to sing or read a favourite poem (choose your own theme).
Buses are hourly from Leeds on Sundays. Rob aims to catch the Number 64 bus at 10.55 from Infirmary Street, which passes by the Corn Exchange and through Cross Gates. The bus should arrive in Barwick at 11.29, so do not be alarmed if the walk leader is not there yet at 11.30. All being well I will be on my way. There are 3 pubs in Barwick. The largest is the Gascoigne, which has cold and hot drinks and serves lunches on Sundays. Buses return to Leeds at 51 minutes past the hour. For more details contact: Rob 0113 216 4492

LCA World Circle Dance Workshops with Emma Lucy Dance
2019-08-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
This weeks World Circle dance will include the Bosnian ‘Kolo’ dance. This traditional folk dance in different variations is extremely popular across the Balkans.
In these workshops we will learn dances from around the world; from Greece to Bollywood, from lively to meditative, from frivolous to sacred. 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.
I teach these dances as circle dances. There is joy and celebration and fun in learning and dancing together and that energy flows particularly well in a circle. This style of dance is transformative too; in opening our bodies to unfamiliar movements, our ears to unfamiliar music and our minds to unfamiliar philosophies we prove to ourselves and the rest of the circle that we are bolder, more capable and more flexible than we think.
Everyone is welcome to come and join as we explore various dances from across this diverse and beautiful world. Circle dancing is very versatile and adaptable to suit each dancer. The ethos of circle dancing is ‘there are no mistakes, only variations.’ This makes it 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.
We will meet each week at 2.00 p.m. at Meanwood Institute where some of the dancing will take place, however weather permitting we may also walk to the park for some of the sessions. Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear.
Entrance £3.00/2.00 (members & concessions) including refreshments.
See you in the circle!

Workshop schedule:

Week 1
Tuesday 30th July 2019

Week 2
Tuesday 6th August 2019

Week 3
Tuesday 13th August 2019

Week 4
Tuesday 20th August 2019

LCA Summer break

Week 5
Tuesday 10th September 2019

Week 6
Tuesday 17th September 2019

LCA Book Reading Group.
2019-08-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
We continue reading our current book ‘The Best of Sisters’ by Dilly Court this Monday 22nd July 3 – 5 p.m. at Meanwood Institute. Entrance is £3.00 which includes afternoon tea. All who wish are welcome to read or just sit and listen as preferred. For further details on the book please see the description on our calendar dated 11th March. This will be the final meeting for this season. We will re-commence on Monday 16th September with a new book. Please check our calendar for further details on this.

LCA World Circle Dance Workshops with Emma Lucy Dance
2019-07-30 15:00 - 17:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
In these workshops we will learn dances from around the world; from Greece to Bollywood, from lively to meditative, from frivolous to sacred. 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.
I teach these dances as circle dances. There is joy and celebration and fun in learning and dancing together and that energy flows particularly well in a circle. This style of dance is transformative too; in opening our bodies to unfamiliar movements, our ears to unfamiliar music and our minds to unfamiliar philosophies we prove to ourselves and the rest of the circle that we are bolder, more capable and more flexible than we think.
Everyone is welcome to come and join as we explore various dances from across this diverse and beautiful world. Circle dancing is very versatile and adaptable to suit each dancer. The ethos of circle dancing is ‘there are no mistakes, only variations.’ This makes it 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.
We will meet each week at 2.00 p.m. at Meanwood Institute where some of the dancing will take place, however weather permitting we may also walk to the park for some of the sessions. Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear.
Entrance £3.00/2.00 members & concessions, including refreshments.
See you in the circle!

Workshop schedule:

Week 1
Tuesday 30th July 2019

Week 2
Tuesday 6th August 2019

Week 3
Tuesday 13th August 2019

Week 4
Tuesday 20th August 2019

LCA Summer break

Week 5
Tuesday 10th September 2019

Week 6
Tuesday 17th September 2019

LCA Theatre Visit 'The Lady Vanishes'
2019-07-24 20:30 | The Grand Theatre, Leeds, 46 New Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6NZ
A new adaptation of the much-loved film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, a quick-witted and devilishly fun thriller ranked as one of the best British films of all time. Emmy Award-winner Juliet Mills (Wild at Heart) and husband Maxwell Caulfield (Dynasty) lead the star cast in the latest instalment of the Classic Thriller Theatre Company. They are joined by Lorna Fitzgerald, fresh from her shock departure from the role of Abi Branning in East- Enders; Matt Barber (Atticus Aldridge in Downtown Abbey); Robert Duncan (Drop The Dead Donkey); Philip Lowrie (Dennis Tanner in Coronation Street); and Ben Nealon (Soldier Soldier). Socialite Iris is travelling home to England on the train when an accident introduces her to the mild-mannered Miss Froy. After her travelling companion suddenly disappears, Iris is perplexed to find that all the other passengers deny ever having seen her. With the help of urbane musician Max she turns detective and together they become drawn into a complex web of European intrigue as they try to solve the mystery of why the lady vanished. Sorry this event has now reached its maximum capacity.

LCA ‘Arts for Well-being’, Voice Workshops.
2019-07-23 15:00 - 17:00, 2019-07-16 15:00 - 17:00, 2019-07-02 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.
2019-07-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
We continue reading our current book ‘The Best of Sisters’ by Dilly Court this Monday 22nd July 3 – 5 p.m. at Meanwood Institute. Entrance is £3.00 which includes afternoon tea. All who wish are welcome to read or just sit and listen as preferred. For further details on the book please see the description on our calendar dated 11th March.

Walk round Temple Newsam with Natasha
2019-07-21 12:30 - 15:30
Join Natasha at the Brown Cow pub in Whitkirk (opp. St Mary’s Church) at 11.30 a.m. for a 4.5 mile walk around Whitkirk, Colton village and Temple Newsam. Please bring poems to read on the topic of “Medieval Poetry”. After the walk, there will be an optional visit to the Brown Cow pub for a drink. The No.19 bus from Leeds Corn Exchange which runs at 10 minutes past the hour will drop you just beyond the Brown Cow Pub. For further details contact Natasha on (0113 2686077).

'An Evening of Jazz, Blues & Funk'
2019-07-19 20:45 - 23:30
Friday 19th July 8.00 p.m. Jazz, Funk & Blues at Dominoes Night Club, 7, Grand Arcade, Leeds LS1 6PG.
Join us for the Leeds Jazz Festival at Dominoes Night Club in the Grand Arcade with a mixture of bands playing Jazz funk and blues. Free entry. We will be meeting there at 7.45 p.m.

LCA Open Mic Poetry & Prose Evening
2019-07-17 20:30 | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
This will be our final poetry event before we take a break over August, and will be a complete ‘open mic’ evening for all who wish to take part on any theme or topic.

LCA Book Reading Group
2019-07-15 16:00 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
We continue reading ‘The Best of Sisters’ by Dilly Court on Monday 15 July 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 Theatre Visit 'Pride & Prejudice'
2019-07-13 18:00 | Open Air Theatre Harewood House, Leeds, LS17 9LG
‘Take a step back in time with Chapterhouse Theatre Company to meet Elizabeth Bennet, Jane Austen’s notorious heroine. When Elizabeth meets the terse and abrupt Mr. Darcy, she loathes him at first sight. But is there more to him than meets the eye? Brought to life by award-winning writer Laura Turner, this adaptation has been a favourite of Chapterhouse audiences for years and will be a joy to perform in the company’s 20th year of touring. Join friends and family for an evening of theatre beneath the stars, basking in the glow of this timeless classic. Bring along your picnics, blankets and folding chairs, and enjoy this wonderful open-air production!

OWLS - Film 'Gigi'
2019-07-12 12:00 - 18:00 | HEART – Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
Join us with OWL’s for the classic film ‘Gigi’ starring Maurice Chevalier The screenplay by Alan Jay Lerner is based on the 1944 novella of the same name by Colette. The film features songs with lyrics by Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe, arranged and conducted by André Previn. Free. Lovely cakes, tea, coffee provided by Rosie’s tea bar at exceptionally low prices.

Food, Talk, Film ‘Spirited Away’
2019-07-10 19:30 - 22:30 | 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

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.

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 | Meanwood Institute, Green Road, Meanwood LS6 4LD, Green Road, Leeds, LS6 4LD, United Kingdom
