After they launched their debut album "River Of Light" in autumn 2023 for Gondwana Records, Leeds spiritual jazz ensemble Ancient Infinity Orchestra have been on an incredible journey these last twelve months, from local jazz scene heroes to international artists. At the end of 2023, they recorded a session for Jamie Cullum's BBC Radio 2 jazz show (live at the famous Maida Vale studios), were named by Gilles Peterson as one of his "tips for 2024" and their debut album popped up on many "Best Albums Of 2023" lists worldwide.

London x Leeds jazz fusion showcase.

The first DJ Lubi jazz show of autumn at Hyde Park Book Club features the Leeds debut for some young rising stars on the London jazz scene.

Not To Be Missed (NTBM) is an electric jazz fusion band formed and led by guitarist Tjoe Man Cheung and features some top London musicians including trumpeter Grifton Forbes Amos (TC & The Groove Family/Steamdown/Blue Lab Beats).

As part of the 2024 Farsley Literature Festival, we are delighted to announce an evening at the Sunny Bank Mills Gallery with writer and art critic Hettie Judah, as she talks about ‘Acts of Creation.’ Exploring motherhood through the work of artists from prehistory to the present day, Acts of Creation addresses the abiding mother-shaped hole in art history.

As part of the 2024 Farsley Literature Festival we are exited to bring you three author events in one sitting, are you ready for Crime Day at The Old Woollen?

3pm  – We will be talking Cosy Crime – with Josie Lloyd, JM Hall and Antony Johnston

5pm – Creating Kick-Ass Female Protagonists – with Saima Mir and Lesley McEvoy

7pm – Take your seats as we are in conversation with Elly Griffiths

A screening of John Waters cult classic Hairspray. Part of Leeds Scalarama 2024.

THE WORLD WAS IN A MESS… BUT THEIR HAIR WAS PERFECT!!

Its Baltimore, 1962, and a rebellious teenager with the biggest bouffant on the block attempts to win the coveted "Miss Auto Show" crown as she fights against racial and body discrimination.

Though Hairspray is seen as John Waters most mainstream film.  It's still packed the wit, rebellion, heart and bizarreness you come to expect and love from Mr Waters.  It really is the perfect gateway to the Pope of Filth's work. 

Amal Joy presents 'A Journey Of Conscious Awakening', an exhibition of paintings exploring themes of spirituality, the natural world and sacred connection.

"Born in Kerala, India, I initially pursued a path in mechanical engineering, earning a degree in this field. I started doing art in my engineering years and this led me to the world of fine arts. Relocating to the United Kingdom, I developed my artistic skills by enrolling in BA Fine Art at Leeds Beckett University, where I delved into the nuances of artistic expression and conceptual exploration.

Join professional artist and Northlight artistic director Boris Cruse for a four-week adventure that will ignite your creativity and take your artistic skills to new heig

Leeds was a small town until the late eighteenth century. Musical life expanded and became more ambitious as new venues opened, opportunities for musical studies expanded, and high-calibre performers were attracted to perform here. As one of the top UK cities, Leeds has hosted many of the world’s greatest violinists and local players have made careers at national and international level.

See some of the places in Leeds city centre, apart from venues featuring in the Red Violin Festival, that have been associated with violinists, performances and makers.

Dive into Augmented Reality this Summer at Leeds City Museum!

Unlock the magic of Augmented Reality (AR) and world-building in our exciting summer workshop designed for young explorers!

Workshop Highlights: Step into a world where the past and future blend seamlessly. Using inspiration from the museum’s unique collection of animals and local history, participants will create their own AR projects that bring history to life.

What You’ll Do:

As part of the 2024 Farsley Literature Festival we are taking you back to the 90s for an evening at the Old Woollen with the definitive Britpop mixtape from award-winning pop-writer Miranda Sawyer. Sharing the vivid stories behind 20 key songs of the 90s – ‘Common People’ to ‘Girls and Boys’, ‘Connection’ to ‘Firestarter’; AND the bands that made them.