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What's on
All productions
June
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 Monkey!16 June 2008 to 12 July 2008: Quarry Theatre |
| A truly enlightening show for all the family, Monkey is a very modern hero – anarchic, impulsive, but above all else true to his friends. Fast paced storytelling and high wire antics combine in this hugely physical and visual show based on the Chinese legend Journey to the West, better known in the UK through its 70’s TV incarnation. | |
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Mela 28 June 2008 to 12 July 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| A world premiere of this new play by Tajinder Singh Hayer, as part of Northern Exposure, celebrating new writing in the North. | |
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A Tale of Two Cities 30 August 2008 to 6 September 2008: Quarry Theatre |
| Choreographed by Cathy Marston, previously an Associate Artist of the Royal Opera House, this World premiere from Northern Ballet Theatre features a new score by Dave Maric, played live by the company's own orchestra. | |
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Ladies Down Under 3 September 2008 to 13 September 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| Following the sell out success of Ladies Day, Hull Truck Theatre return to follow the fish filleting jackpot winners as they venture down under for a trip they'll never forget. | |
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Privates on Parade 15 September 2008 to 11 October 2008: Quarry Theatre |
| Set in Malaya in 1948 and based on his own experiences with ENSA during National Service, Peter Nichols acclaimed play is peppered with eccentric characters, bawdy humour and wonderful songs | |
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Waves 16 September 2008 to 20 September 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| A tale of friendship, loss, identity and love, Waves is an exploration of human consciousness, tracing a band of friends from childhood to old age and death. | |
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Don't You Leave Me Here 27 September 2008 to 18 October 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| Featuring classic songs by Jelly Roll Morton, Don't You Leave Me Here follows the lives of two of the originators of Jazz from the back room of a Storyville brothel, through heartache, hard times and the blues. | |
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Shirley Collins: America Over the Water 11 October 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| Folk singer and writer Shirley Collins presents a unique and personal account of song collecting in America’s Southern states in 1959, on the cusp of the Civil Rights Movement. | |
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Courtyard Comedy Club 12 October 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| The Courtyard Comedy Club returns this season with three hilarious line-ups all hosted by your resident compere Silky. | |
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Animal Farm 18 October 2008 to 8 November 2008: Quarry Theatre |
| Based on the novel that established Orwell’s reputation as a literary great, Peter Hall’s dynamic theatrical adaptation perfectly captures this satirical story of rebellion, manipulation and dictatorship. | |
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Shakespeare Schools Festival 21 October 2008 to 24 October 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| The UK's largest youth drama festival returns to Leeds. Details of participating schools and nights of performance can be obtained from Box Office. | |
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Mercy and Grand: The Tom Waits Project 25 October 2008 to 26 October 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| Returning to the Playhouse following its sell-out visit last November, this concert evokes the heart of Waits music, placing it in the context of the great European and American songwriting traditions. | |
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The Doubtful Guest 28 October 2008 to 1 November 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| A delightfully dark and sneakily sinister tale for anyone who enjoys a little havoc in their lives. Brimming full of fantastical music and lively performances, Edward Gorey's absurd comedy is brought vividly to life by Hoipolloi. | |
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Spyski! 5 November 2008 to 15 November 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| Hot on the heels of the sell-out The Hound of the Baskervilles, Peepolykus return with an hilarious collision of verbal surprises and visual ingenuity. Come with an open mind and wear a disguise. | |
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Courtyard Comedy Club 9 November 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| The Courtyard Comedy Club returns this season with three hilarious line-ups all hosted by your resident compere Silky. | |
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Mine 18 November 2008 to 22 November 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| They have a beautiful home and a glamorous life. They have everything they could wish for. Except for the one thing they want most of all. A baby. | |
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Peter Pan 22 November 2008 to 31 January 2009: Quarry Theatre |
| Escape to Neverland with the boy who never grew up in this brilliant new musical production of Peter Pan, brought to life by the accomplished team that created the spectacular sell-out production of The Wizard Of Oz in 2006. | |
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Tim Minchin - Ready For This? 23 November 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| Tim Minchin heads out on his second national UK tour with a sparkly new show featuring a heafty dollop of fresh material and a spoonful of the classics. | |
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The Snow Queen 5 December 2008 to 10 January 2009: Courtyard Theatre |
| Written by award-winning author Mike Kenny and directed by Gail McIntyre, five performers bring this tale of good over evil to life with plenty of songs, adventure and treats for young imaginations. | |
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Courtyard Comedy Club 14 December 2008: Courtyard Theatre |
| The Courtyard Comedy Club returns this season with three hilarious line-ups all hosted by your resident compere Silky. | |
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Company Along The Mile 22 January 2009 to 24 January 2009: Courtyard Theatre |
| Stella an George are no ordinary couple. For starters they're not a couple. They just meet in a hotel in Blackpool every Wednesday where transvestite Stella likes to eat sandwiches cut into triangles, whilst the two of them look over the obituaries. | |
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The Hounding of David Oluwale 31 January 2009 to 21 February 2009: Courtyard Theatre |
| Adapted from Kester Aspden’s critically acclaimed book, this timely, gripping play unravels the mystery of Oluwale’s life and violent death, revealing a chilling and resonant story of persecution and prejudice. |
Access Performances
Audio describedUpdate
| See what audience members thought of Monkey! |
| Monkey! opened on 16 June in the Quarry Theatre and has received some spectacular reviews. See what the critics thought and don't miss your chance to see Monkey! |
| View Monkey! production images |
| View Monkey! rehearsal images |
| Find out more about bungee-assisted dance, and the people behind this creative new circus technique |
| The legendary Chinese and cult TV hero comes to the Playhouse this summer. See some of the amazing bungee dance techniques and vertical rope work that will bring this incredible journey to life by watching our exclusive rehersal footage. |
Essential information
Contact us
By post:
West Yorkshire Playhouse
Playhouse Square
Quarry Hill
Leeds
LS2 7UP
West Yorkshire Playhouse
Playhouse Square
Quarry Hill
Leeds
LS2 7UP
By phone:
Administration: 0113 213 7800
Box Office: 0113 213 7700
Minicom: 0113 213 7299
Administration: 0113 213 7800
Box Office: 0113 213 7700
Minicom: 0113 213 7299
By fax:
Administration: 0113 213 7250
Box Office: 0113 213 7210
Administration: 0113 213 7250
Box Office: 0113 213 7210
Leeds Theatre Trust LTD.
Registered 926862 England
Registered Charity No. 255460
VAT No. 545 4890 17
Registered 926862 England
Registered Charity No. 255460
VAT No. 545 4890 17
