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11 – 26 Sep 2026
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19 Nov 2026 – 16 Jan 2027
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22 Oct – 7 Nov 2026
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9 – 24 Dec 2026
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3 – 20 Mar 2027
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We are a place to experience world-class theatre that is pioneering, invigorating and relevant. A place where people and communities come together to tell and share stories – a creative hub for the city and beyond.

Finding Us

Leeds Playhouse
Playhouse Square
Quarry Hill
Leeds LS2 7UP

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Box office

0113 213 7700
Opening Hours
Tue to Sat
12pm – 4pm

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Eat & drink

Cafe: Mon – Fri
8.30am – 5pm or until the show begins on show days.

Playhouse bars hours vary.

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What's On

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Playhouse production

Peanut Butter & Blueberries

22 Oct – 7 Nov 2026

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Audio Described
BSL
BSL Interpreted
CAP
Captioned
PSD
Post Show Discussion
TT
Touch Tour

Hafsah and Bilal aren't looking for love. But at university, they find a common ground that could change everything.

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Paranormal Activity

9 – 24 Dec 2026

AD
Audio Described
BSL
BSL Interpreted
CAP
Captioned
TT
Touch Tour

This chilling production promises to keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.

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Playhouse production

Romeo and Juliet

3 – 20 Mar 2027

AD
Audio Described
BSL
BSL Interpreted
CAP
Captioned
TT
Touch Tour

An explosive, urgent tale of forbidden love, secrets, loyalty and grief.

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Our Commitment to access and inclusion

We believe that theatre is for everyone, and making sure the playhouse is accessible is absolutely essential to us.

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Buzz Creative Arts Course
Buzz Creative Arts Course

Mondays and Tuesdays (Term time)

A structured weekly group for younger people with learning disabilities who are interested in music, movement, drama, visual art and sensory sessions.

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Heydays
Heydays

Wednesdays (Autumn Term 2026: w/c 14th September 2026 - 23rd November 2026 (no sessions on 14th October 2026)

Heydays is the largest and longest-running arts programme for older people in UK theatre.

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Youth Theatre
Youth Theatre

Terms: 10 weeks (Spring 25 Term beginning w/c 12 January)

Weekly drama sessions for those aged 8-21, led by outstanding professional artists and support workers.

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Eat & drink

Whilst you’re here

Whether it’s a catch up, pre-show meal or post-show drink, we’ve got you covered.

For Artists

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Develop your career
Develop your career

We give artists the support they need to create, experiment and innovate in a stress-free environment.

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Develop your project
Develop your project

There are 4 ways we can support your project: free rehearsal space, informal sharings, development, and programming.

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Partnerships
Partnerships

We work in partnership with local, national and international organisations and strategic initiatives.

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MAJOR FUNDERS

  • Arts Council
  • Leeds City Council
  • LTB Foundation
  • Founded by UK government
  • Suppoprted by west Yorkshire

Principal Partner

  • Caddick Group

Principal Access Partner

  • Irwin Mitchell