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Playhouse production
Planet Omar

7 – 25 Apr 2026

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Audio Described
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BSL Interpreted
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Touch Tour

Step into the fantastically imaginative and chaotic world of Planet Omar, following the adventures of an 8-year-old with a wild imagination, a big heart, and a knack for getting into trouble.

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Rude Science

15 – 16 Apr 2026

The naughtiest, funniest, most revolting science show in the world.

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FRESH

18 Apr 2026

This year Yorkshire Dance’s annual regional youth dance festival, FRESH, is coming to Leeds.

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Black is the Color of my Voice

24 – 25 Apr 2026

Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live. 

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Playhouse production
I, Daniel Blake

28 Apr – 9 May 2026

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Post Show Discussion
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Touch Tour

I, Daniel Blake is one of the most important stories of a generation.  A glimpse behind the headlines and the stark reality of what happens when the political system is stacked against you.  

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Verve: Triple Bill

6 May 2026

A bold programme showcasing the future of dance with new approaches and propositions of what contemporary dance can be today.

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Ballet Black

8 May 2026

Cassa Pancho’s Ballet Black celebrates its 25th Anniversary with a much-anticipated return to Leeds, performing at Leeds Playhouse for the very first time.

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Stewart Lee Vs The Man-Wulf

11 – 13 May 2026

Returning to Leeds Playhouse after selling out in 2025! Lee shares his stage with a tough-talking werewolf comedian from the dark forests of the subconscious who hates humanity.

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A Squash and a Squeeze

15 – 16 May 2026

Step into the magical world of Julia Donaldson's A Squash and a Squeeze live on stage for the first time!

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Our Public House

15 – 23 May 2026

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BSL Interpreted
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PSD
Post Show Discussion

A funny and big-hearted show about change, in a pub where anything can happen. 

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Communities
Playhouse production
Makebeth Community Tour

19 May – 5 Jun 2026

A playful, interactive, craft-along cardboard retelling of Shakespeare’s Macbeth for families and young audiences aged 7-11.  

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Playhouse production
Makebeth Community Tour – Burmantofts & Richmond Hill

19 May 2026

Makebeth is heading to Burmantofts & Richmond Hill! A playful, interactive, craft-along cardboard retelling of Shakespeare’s Macbeth for families and young audiences aged 7-11.  

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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