Past shows - Leeds Playhouse

Playhouse production

I, Daniel Blake

28 Apr – 9 May 2026

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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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For artists

Playhouse production

Climate Storytelling for the Theatre: A Workshop for Playwrights

7 May 2026

Developing ideas and making connections as part of the Climate Playwriting Prize.

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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

Planet Omar

7 – 25 Apr 2026

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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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Punch

7 – 11 Apr 2026

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Following sold-out runs at the Nottingham Playhouse and Young Vic, and simultaneous openings on Broadway and in the West End, Punch comes to Leeds Playhouse for one week only.

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Children & young people

Youth Theatre: Play in a Week

7 Apr 2026

Create a play with Leeds Playhouse Youth Theatre! Play in a Week is a fun course for ages 8–14, ending in a live performance.

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War of the Worlds

25 – 28 Mar 2026

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'Life is real again, and the useless and cumbersome and mischievous have to die.' - H.G. Wells, The War of the Worlds

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Playhouse production

Small Island

12 – 28 Mar 2026

Journey from the sun-drenched shores of Jamaica to the cold, grey streets of 1940s London in Small Island.

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For artists

Verity Bargate Award Workshop

24 Mar 2026

We are delighted to be partnering with Soho Theatre to host a free workshop for writers to find out how to submit their play to the Verity Bargate Award. Launched…

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