AUTUMN SEASON 2013

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How to book

Booking in person at our Swan Street Box Office or the Leeds Grand Theatre Box Office on New Briggate will be free – a charge of £1.50 per transaction is payable for all other methods. An additional charge of £1 is applied to cover postage.

We accept payment by cash, cheque, Visa, MasterCard and Maestro.

All sales are non-refundable – please see full terms and conditions of sale on our website cityvarieties.co.uk or ask at Box Office.

All tickets include a 60p levy towards City Varieties regeneration fund, unless stated otherwise.

Online bookingcityvarieties.co.ukPurchase tickets simply and securely via our website.

Please note Side Stalls, Side Circle and Boxes are classified as ‘restricted view’ online so that at time of purchase, customers are aware that these seats are side-facing.

By phone0113 243 0808Standard hours are Monday to Saturday* from 10am to 6pm or until evening performance start. For Sunday and Bank Holiday performances, Box Office will open one hour prior to show start.*Excluding certain public holidays

In personA Box Office service is usually available at our Reception in Swan Street as above.

Tickets may also be purchased from the Leeds Grand Theatre Box Office on New Briggate, Monday to Saturday – 9.30am to 8pm. Earlier closing hours may operate on non-performance days.

DiscountsWhen available, standard concessions apply to Under 16s, full-time students, senior citizens, Leeds Card Holders and Friends of the City Varieties. Please check performance listings for details. Entry will be subject to proof of eligibility.

Registered disabled patrons may purchase a half-price ticket for themselves and an essential carer. Please contact Box Office for details.

AccessFollowing our refurbishment, we now have lift access to all levels of the auditorium and wheelchair spaces are situated at each level (subject to availability). Please contact the Box Office to discuss your requirements.

Accessible toilets are available at Stalls and Circle level.

An induction loop is installed to aid our customers with hearing difficulties. Please contact Box Office before purchasing tickets for advice over the best seats for this service.

Baby Changing FacilitiesThese are provided in the unisex toilets within the Circle Bar

Circle Bar and KioskRefreshments are available pre-show and during the interval from the Circle Bar andthe Kiosk at the rear of the Stalls.

Pre-ordering Interval drinks in advance is highly recommended.

The White SwanThe White Swan public house in Swan Street is operated by Leeds Brewery and may be accessed via our Reception area.

Date Event PageFri 6 September SEAN WALSH: THE LIE-IN KING 4Sat 7 September ANIMALS & FRIENDS 4

Thur 12 September ADAM HILLS: HAPPYISM 4Fri 13 September BROADWAY & BEYOND 5

Sat 14 September HALFWAY TO PARADISE: THE BILLY FURY STORY 5Thur 19 September BILL ODDIE: UNPLUCKED 5Mon 23 September BOYCE AVENUE 6Tue 24 September LEE NELSON 6

Wed 25 September PHILL JUPITUS: YOU’RE PROBABLY WONDERING... 6Thur 26 September TERRY CHRISTIAN: NAKED CONFESSIONS... 7

Sat 28 September DOC BROWN: OF MIC & MEN 7Sun 29 September LAURIE BRIGGS: CELEBRATES THE LADIES OF SONG 7

Mon 30 September NINA CONTI: DOLLY MIXTURES 8Wed 2 October STEPHEN K AMOS: THE SPOKESMAN 8Thur 3 October PAUL FOOT: WORDS 8

Fri 4 & Sat 5 October THE GOOD OLD DAYS: TOM O’CONNOR 10/11Sun 6 October ALEXEI SAYLE 9

Mon 7 & Tue 8 October ED BYRNE: ROARING FORTIES 9Wed 9 October ARDAL O’HANLAN 9

Thur 10 October MARY COUGHLAN 12Fri 11 & Sat 12 October THE GOOD OLD DAYS: DON MACLEAN 10/11

Mon 14 October DEAN FRIEDMAN 12Tue 15 October HA HA HOLMES! 12

Wed 16 October RALPH McTELL 13Thur 17 October JASON BYRNE: SPECIAL EYE 13

Fri 18 & Sat 19 October THE GOOD OLD DAYS: BERNIE CLIFTON 10/11Mon 21 October JOHN POWER 13Tue 22 October PAUL DANIELS: THE FIRST FAREWELL TOUR 14

Wed 23 October LES McKEOWN’S BAY CITY ROLLERS SHOW 14Thur 24 October HOWARD MARKS: SCHOLAR, SMUGGLER, PRISONER, SCRIBE 14

Fri 25 & Sat 26 October THE GOOD OLD DAYS: ROY WALKER 10/11Sun 27 October THE FEELING 15

Mon 28 October LLOYD COLE 15Tue 29 & Wed 30 October THE CIRCUS OF HORRORS: LONDON AFTER MIDNIGHT 15

Fri 1 November GENO WASHINGTON 16Sat 2 November JOHN OTWAY & WILD WILLY BARRETT 16Sun 3 November ALISTAIR McGOWAN: NOT JUST A PRETTY FACE 16

Mon 4 November TONY LAW: NONSENSE OVERDRIVE 17Tue 5 November MARTYN JOSEPH 17

Wed 6 November BOY GEORGE: THIS IS WHAT I DO 17Thur 7 November CARA DILLON 18

Fri 8 November ELKIE BROOKS 18Sat 9 November LISBEE STAINTON + ELEANOR McEVOY 18

Mon 11 November FOSTER & ALLEN: THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION TOUR 19Thur 14 November ANDREW LAWRENCE: THERE IS NO ESCAPE 19

Fri 15 November THREE BONZOS & A PIANO 19Sat 16 November THE SILVER BELLES CHRISTMAS SHOW 21Sat 16 November ANDREW NEWTON: WORLD FAMOUS HYPNOTIST 21Sun 17 November THE BAD SHEPHERDS: MUD, BLOOD & BEER 21

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At a glanceTHE JIMI HESELDEN AUDITORIUM

COMEDYMUSICVARIETYFAMILYPLAY/MUSICAL THEATRE/FILM

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BROADWAY & BEYONDAn uplifting celebration of the best of musical theatre presented in an engaging and entertaining package by one of the country’s newest and brightest production companies.This thrilling mix of live music, movement and wit is performed by eight versatile West End professionals; comprising three all–singing, all-dancing actors accompanied by five musicians. Audiences will be captivated by their vocal dexterity and musical agility added to a dazzling array of costumes and the sounds of over a dozen instruments.A stunning performance to set your feet tapping, your heart singing and leave you wanting more…

Fri 13 September 7.30pmTickets: £18.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £43Concessions: £1.50 off

ANIMALS & FRIENDSThe Animals were the second British band to top the American charts after The Beatles with the multi-million selling and legendary anthem, House of the Rising Sun. The band subsequently achieved over twenty global Top Ten hit records, many of which reached No 1 in various parts of the world. Animals and Friends features original Animals’ members John Steel, drums, and Mick Gallagher, keyboards (The Blockheads, The Clash, Paul McCartney) plus Danny Handley and Peter Barton.animalsandfriends.co.uk

Sat 7 September 8pmTickets: £21, Boxes (to seat 2) £48

SEANN WALSHTHE LIE-IN KING

Comedy’s fastest rising star Seann Walsh is returning with an all-new show to show the world that he’s the Lie-in King!Star of Channel 4’s Stand Up For The Week, BBC1’s Live At The Apollo and Dave’s Argumental, Seann is a charming and charismatic natural born observational storyteller, and one of the most frighteningly precocious talents to emerge from the UK comedy circuit in years.

‘See him now, before the stadium tour’ Sunday Times

seannwalsh.com

Fri 6 September 8pmTickets: £12.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £31.20Concessions: £2 off

BILL ODDIE UNPLUCKED

Behind the scenes with TV’s favourite wildlife man and his producer Stephen Moss.Bill and Stephen will share memories and stories from 15 years of some of the most popular natural history series ever made, illustrated by extracts, some of which were so memorable that they ranked amongst viewers most requested clips – from Bill’s ludicrous attempt to swim with seals, to the breath-taking air display of a Starling roost (often copied, but never surpassed!). Fascinating for all the family!billoddie.com

Thur 19 September 7.30pmTickets: £14.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £35

THE BILLY FURY STORY

Billy Fury was Britain’s own Elvis... and girls loved him!30 years after his untimely death, Billy’s own band, the original Fury’s Tornados, remember him by re-playing live his timeless 29 hit records – Wondrous Place, Last Night WasMade For Love, I Will, A Thousand Stars, Jealousy, Halfway To Paradise and many, many more.With giant onscreen footage of Billy and his Fury’s Tornados playing live plus the uncanny voice of Colin Gold, it’s rock ‘n’ roll heaven!thebillyfurystory.com

Sat 14 September 7.30pmTickets: £19.50, £20.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £47

ADAM HILLSHAPPYISM

Fresh from his triumph as host of Channel 4’s critically acclaimed entertainment show The Last Leg, Australian funny man Adam Hills returns to the UK with his long overdue and highly anticipated new show Happyism.Happyism will see everyone’s favourite Antipodean comedian take to the stage for a first-class evening of comedy with the usual anecdotes and audience participation all delivered in his refreshingly unique,laid-back style. Adam Hills hasachieved international acclaim asone of the world’s best stand-upcomics. His combination ofpositive uplifting comedy andrampant spontaneity has seenhim receive a swag of awards,glowing reviews and a legion offans around the planet.

‘Stand up so effortlesslybrilliant you wonderwhy somecomedians evenget out of bed’The Guardian

Recommended for ages 15+adamhills.com

Thur 12 September7.30pmTickets: £16.60,Boxes (to seat 2) £39.20

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presentsYOU’RE PROBABLY WONDERING WHY I’VE ASKED YOU HERE...

Based on the character-based comedy show which he took to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2012 You’re Probably Wondering Why I’ve Asked You Here... is a three-part performance unlike anything you have seen before. Phill Jupitus plays the part of three extraordinary characters and with the help of an inquisitive audience, we find out more about them.The Late Vernon Herschel Harley is a legend of stage and screen who died at the age of 114 just last Thursday. He has worked with everybody in theatre and cinema and describes himself as ‘quite lively for a dead chap’ and ‘an anecdote Gatling gun.’The Late Kurt Schiffer was the Korvettenkapitan of the U42B out of Hamburg part of the German Navy’s Wolf Packs, which were the scourge of the Atlantic shipping lanes. He died in 1944.The Late Phill Jupitus died on June 24th 2052 on the eve of his 90th birthday.Leave your preconceptions at the door but don’t forget to bring your curiosity.

Wed 25 September 8pmTickets: £15.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £37.20

BOYCE AVENUEKicking off their world tour with a set of intimate gigs, American rock band Boyce Avenue, bring their brand new show to Leeds!Limited availability.boyceavenue.com

Mon 23 September 7.30pmTickets: £25.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £57.20

TERRY CHRISTIAN NAKED CONFESSIONS OFA RECOVERING CATHOLIC

A hilarious romp through the troubled inner-city Manchester childhood of one of Britain’s most notorious and outspoken TV presenters… Terry bares all in his debut stand-up show, lifting the lid on his Catholic upbringing, ‘Madchester,’ The Word and Celebrity Big Brother in the process – definitely not for the fainthearted! When gang warfare in Moss Side is the least of your worries compared to sadistic nuns and paedophile priests and your best mate is the school bully who just wants to kick your head in, is it any wonder he turned out a #@&%?! terrychristian.tv

Thur 26 September 7.30pmTickets: £13, Boxes (to seat 2) £32

LAURIE BRIGGSCELEBRATES THE LADIES OF SONG

Laurie performs the music of Karen Carpenter,Ella Fitzgerald, Doris Day, Carole King, Julie London, Shirley Bassey and many other favourites with a full live band! She will also be joined by her very special guest Peter Grant in a musical extravaganza not to be missed.

Sun 29 September 7.30pmTickets: £17.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £41

LEE NELSONAnother chance to catch Lee’s latest show, following his sell-out visit here in May… Strap yourself in for a night of unmissable entertainment with the irrepressible Nelson, who’ll be presenting his unique take on the world including his legendary audience interaction, a game show finale and special guest appearances from Premier League footballer Jason Bent and others.leenelson.com

Tue 24 September7.30pmTickets: £23.10,Boxes (to seat 2)£52.20

OF MIC & MEN

Rapper turned comedian Doc Brown, is back with his tongue-in-cheek take on hip hop culture. A regular on the London comedy circuit and appearances on Russell Howard’s Good News, The Inbetweeners, Rev, Derek, Miranda and The Office Revisited, Doc is a must see act.

‘If Brown keeps mining this rich seam of hip-hop comedy, his fame should look after itself’ The Guardian

docbrown.co.uk

Sat 28 September 8pmTickets: £14.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £35.20

PAUL FOOTWORDS

Paul Foot’s recent shows and tours have garnered a string offive-star reviews and successive Barry Nominations at the Melbourne Comedy Festival.Described by Chortle as ‘Inspired, surreal and incomprehensibly funny’, he is a true original, challenging comedic conventionat every turn and delighting his connoisseurs. A BBC NewComedy Award and Daily Telegraph Open Mic winner,most recent UK TV credits include 8 Out 10 Cats(Channel 4), Never Mind The Buzzcocks (BBC2),The Alternative Comedy Experience (Comedy Central)and Russell Howard’s Good News (BBC3).

‘Utterly twisted alternative comedy unlikeanything else you are likely to see’

The Sydney Morning Herald

paulfoot.tv

Thur 3 October 7.30pmTickets: £13.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £32.20

ARDAL O’HANLANFather Ted star, Ardal O’Hanlon is delighted to present his lateststand-up show for 2013. The style is observational, the subjectmatter is life itself… and the default expression is one of utterdisbelief! Sometimes thoughtful, sometimes silly,but always punchy.

‘Charm, intelligence and fabulousphrase-making’The Guardian

Wed 9 October 8pmTickets: £18.60, £20.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £47.208 9

NINA CONTIDOLLY MIXTURES

Star of BBC’s Live At The Apollo, QI, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and BBC2’s Family Tree, ground-breaking ventriloquist and BAFTA nominated filmmaker Nina Conti introduces her daughter, her handyman, her gran, her oldest friend and a stray dog in a show that refuses to go as rehearsed. Expect a thoughtful meditation on love, life and the edge of existence. And once you’ve bought your ticket, let that expectation go.

‘I laughed until I couldn’t breathe’ Melbourne Age

ninaconti.net

Mon 30 September 7.30pmTickets: £18, Boxes (to seat 2) £42

STEPHEN K AMOSIS THE SPOKESMAN

Fresh from the Edinburgh Festival, Amos hits the road with a brand new show, which has been a smash hit across Australia and New Zealand.

Expect an hour of fun, warmth, big laughs and audience interaction from the master of feel-good comedy.

‘The warmest comic around, able to riff off a crowd and make them feel good about themselves...’ The Sunday Times

stephenkamos.com

Wed 2 October 7.30pmTickets: £16.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £39.20

The godfather of alternative comedy in his first full-length stand-up show in 17 years, following two sold-out London seasons...

‘Back on the stand-up stage for the first time in 16 years, his comic control remains something rare and wonderful’ The Times

‘It’s good to have the old Liverpudlian loudmouth back’ The Telegraph

alexeisayle.me

Sun 6 October 7.30pmTickets: £16.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £39.20

ED BYRNEROARING FORTIES

A self-confessed ‘miserable old git’ since the age of 23, Ed Byrne is now in his Forties. While for others this might result in a crisis that prompts the purchase of a sportscar, Ed embraces middle age with open arms. Come join him, as he truly comes of age and gives out his clarion cry: ‘I am in my Forties. HEAR ME ROAR!’

‘Comedy’s holy grail... Go see!’

The Sunday Times

edbyrne.com

Mon 7 & Tue 8 October 8pmTickets: £23.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £52.20

Tickets:Friday Evenings & Saturday Matinees

Side Stalls, Side Circle & Upper Circle: £16Stalls & Circle: £19

Boxes (to seat 2): £44Saturday Evenings

Side Stalls, Side Circle & Upper Circle: £19Stalls & Circle: £22

Boxes (to seat 2): £50Discounts:

Concessions: 10% offFriends of City Varieties: 15% off

Groups of 20 or more: 15% off (plus 2 free seats for every 47 paid)Season Tickets including all 4 weekends: 20% off full-price ticket

take your seats for a trip back toThe Good Old Days of the music halls,

sit back and enjoy an unrivalled bill filled with the cream of Variety

entertainers from across the globe!

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FRI 11 OCT, 7pmSAT 12 OCT, 2pm & 7pm

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DONMACLEANTHE FURTIVE FUNSTER

GRAHAM COLEBALLADEER FROM THE BILL

JAN HUNTMELLIFLUOUS MUSICALITIES

THE GREAT DESMONDO & CHERRYPERPLEXING PRESTIDIGITATION

TINO NAVASJUGGLING WIZARDRY

BEN HEWLETTTHE HARMONICA MAN

FRI 25 OCT, 7pmSAT 26 OCT, 2pm & 7pm

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ROYWALKERRENOWNED RACONTEUR

RICHARD GAUNTLETTIN A CLASS OF HIS OWN

MARILYNHILL-SMITHDELIGHTFUL DIVA

JOHN BARKERTUNEFUL TRUMPETEER

TOM ROLFEDEFYING GRAVITY

FRI 18 OCT, 7pm

SAT 19 OCT, 2pm & 7pm

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BERNIECLIFTON

BLATANT BOISTEROUS

BUFFOONARY

JUDITH HIBBERTVOCALLY VIBRANT

VICTORIA YELLOPVIRTUOSO VIOLIN

DESIREEKONGERODAERIAL ACROBATICS

MICHAEL PEARSEMAGIC & MIRTH

FRI 4 OCT, 7pm

SAT 5 OCT, 2pm & 7pm

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TOMO’CONNOR

KINGPIN OF COMEDY

PETER JOHNTHE IMMENSE FAVOURITE

HELEN WATSONVIBRANT & VOCALLY VIVACIOUS

JOHN DANBURYCONJURING CONVOLUTIONS

ANDREWVAN BURENPALPABLE PLATTER

PIROUETTING

LEO SHAVERSMUSICAL MAYHEM

FANCYDRESS

is wholeheartedly encouraged

but by no means compulsory!

A prize will be givenfor the bestcostume.

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RALPH McTELLONE MORE FOR THE ROAD

Ralph McTell has enjoyed a 48 year career as a quintessential singer-songwriter-guitarist and this October sees his One More For The Road tour making a welcome stop-off in Leeds. Ralph’s shows feature beautifully crafted narrative songs, combined with dextrous fingerstyle guitar playing and evocative storytelling, and will of course include the Ivor Novello award-winning Streets of London.ralphmctell.co.uk

Wed 16 October 7.30pmTickets: £20.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £47

JASON BYRNE’SSPECIAL EYE

This year Jason Byrne, and his Special Eye head out on the road. Why ‘Special Eye’? …because Jason’s shows are special and yes, British public, so is his eye.As featured on Live At The Apollo (BBC1), Sony Radio Gold Award-winning The Jason Byrne Show (Radio 2) and soon to be seen on BBC1 in the brand new series Father Figure of which he is the creator and star.

‘You are just blown away by the sheer force of his talent and charisma’The Independent

jasonbyrne.ie

Thur 17 October 8pmTickets: £18.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £42.20

MARY COUGHLANMary’s smoky, bluesy, boozy drawl has always been a seduction, this is why she is so loved. Throughout her quite extraordinary recording career spanning more than a quarter of a century, Mary has drawn heavily from vocal stylings of her legendary heroes; Billie Holliday, Peggy Lee, Van Morrison and Edith Piaf – all are present and correct in her delivery. Even so, Mary, with her naked honesty makes every song her own and audiences cannot fail to be moved by her passionate live performances.marycoughlanmusic.com

Thur 10 October 7.30pmTickets: £18, Boxes (to seat 2) £42

DEAN FRIEDMANThis legendary, singer-songwriter, known for chart-topping hits Ariel, Lucky Stars, Lydia and Woman Of Mine – performs songs from throughout his three-decade career. Join Friedman for an evening of powerful, poignant, hilarious songs about the ordinary and extraordinary lives we share.deanfriedman.com

Mon 14 October 7.30pmTickets: £16, £18, Boxes (to seat 2) £42

JOHN POWERA rare opportunity to catch John Power playing a live acoustic set in an intimate setting. Expect to hear an eclectic selection of favourites plucked from his entire career, lovingly recreated with stripped-down arrangements.Following a stint with the legendary La’s, John fronted his own hugely successful outfit, Cast, during the 90s scoring hit singles with Finetime, Alright, Walkaway, Free Me and Guiding Star. From 2001 Power has pursued a solo career, yielding three acclaimed albums and in recent years has re-joined old bandmates for reunion tours of both The La’s and Cast.

Mon 21 October 7.30pmTickets: £12.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £31.20

STARRING

JOE PASQUALEThere’s a beast on the moors, a crime to be solved, and with the Ha Ha team on the case – what can go right?! You’d be absolutely barking mad to miss this pipe-smoking, new show from theatre’s funniest parodists as Holmes and Watson embark on their most dangerous adventure yet... hunting down The Hound of The Baskervilles.It’s elementary! It’s also downright hilarious as comedic national treasure Joe Pasquale, direct from his West End run in Spamalot, takes on the role of Sherlock Holmes bringing mirthful merriment to the proceedings… but will he be skating on thin ice? With writer Ben Langley as Doctor Watson and Andrew Fettes as everyone else, this sure-fire, wonderfully ridiculous show is well worth an investigation.

‘The funniest thing on six legs.I cannot remember when I laughedso much’ Croydon Advertiser

‘As clever as it is witty...a real laugh out loud evening’ The Stage

hahaholmes.com

Tue 15 October 7.30pmTickets: £20.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £47.20

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LES McKEOWN’SBAY CITY ROLLERS SHOWThe music of The Bay City Rollers became the soundtrack for a generation of teenagers growing up in the mid 70s. With Les leading the way, the band had success all over the globe. Massive hits such as Bye Bye Baby, Shang A Lang, Summer Love Sensation and Give A Little Love, propelled the band to worldwide superstardom and their trademark Scottish tartan was everywhere!Hear Les sing all those hits again in a fantastic night of pop nostalgia and re-live ‘Rollermania’ one more time!lesmckeown.com

Wed 23 October 7.30pmTickets: £20, Boxes (to seat 2) £46

THE FIRST FAREWELL TOUR:FROM LEGEND TO LEG END!

In the world of television magic, no one has enjoyed more success than Paul Daniels. From the moment he burst onto our screens, his magic shows have topped the ratings. This is a brand new show with a selection of his favourite magic and a number of new tricks never performed in public before. He will be joined by the very lovely Debbie McGee. pauldaniels.co.uk

Tue 22 October 7.30pmTickets: £17.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £41Concessions: Under 16s £12, Senior Citizens £15Family Ticket: for 4 (max 2 adults) £50Group deals available

HOWARD MARKSSCHOLAR, SMUGGLER,PRISONER, SCRIBE

Intrepid bon viveur Howard Marks, returns with his brand new spoken word show; Scholar, Smuggler, Prisoner, Scribe. With trademark honesty and penetrating humour, Howard will look back at four extraordinary and action packed phases of his life. Enthralling and hilarious in equal measure, you may think you know the Howard Marks story but there are many tales still left to tell.howardmarks.name

Thur 24 October 7.30pmTickets: £15, Boxes (to seat 2) £36

THE FEELINGThe feeling play an intimate gig in Leeds as part of a brief ten date tour to support their fourth album, Boy Cried Wolf, due out in October.Ages 14+ only / Limited Availability thefeeling.com

Sun 27 October 7.30pmTickets: £19.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £42.20

LLOYD COLEAn intimate solo gig from one of Britain’s most highly acclaimed singer-songwriters.Lloyd Cole, along with The Commotions, had a string of hit singles and albums in the mid to late 80s. He has since forged a successful career as a solo artist, releasing elevenalbums including the recent, fan-funded, Standards.lloydcole.com

Mon 28 October 7.30pmTickets: £20.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £47.20

LONDON AFTER MIDNIGHT

This sensational new show is inspired by the legendary and sinister lost movie London After Midnight and will take you on a whirlwind journey through a plague ridden London in 1665, culminating with the great fire of London in 1666.From sword swallowers to dare-devil balancing acts, from hair hangers to demon dwarfs, from a pickled person to astounding aerial acts… all performed with a forked tongue firmly in each cheek by an almighty cast and the devil-driven rock ‘n’ roll of Dr Haze & The Interceptors from Hell.circusofhorrors.co.uk

Tue 29 & Wed 30 October 7.30pm+ Wed matinee 2.30pmTickets: evenings from £19.60, matinee from £14.60Evening performances not suitable for children 15

EARLY‘BAT’

booking offer:£5 OFF

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GENO WASHINGTON AND THE YOYOS

Geno Washington is still the number one sixties soul man, the real deal… enjoying enduring cult status on the Blues and Northern Soul scenes mainly due to his unsurpassable reputation as a live performer.Join Geno and the Yo Yos – featuring Geno’s half of the Ram Jam Band – as they play a blistering set of pared-down Street Soul, R&B, House Rockin’ Blues, Jump, Boogie and Rock‘n’Roll.

Fri 1 November 7.30pmTickets: £16.50,Boxes (to seat 2) £39

JOHN OTWAY & WILD WILLY BARRETTThe legendary rock duo Otway & Barrett, famous for their anarchic stage performances and two hit singles Really Free and Headbutts, return to one of their favourite UK venues.NB: Rock‘n’Roll’s Greatest Failure: Otway The Movie will screen at Hyde Park Picture House, Leeds onWed 11 September.

johnotway.com

Sat 2 November 7.30pmTickets: £16.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £39

ALISTAIR McGOWANNOT JUST A PRETTY VOICE

The Nation’s favourite impressionist, Alistair McGowan, goes back to his stand-up roots for a new two-hour show. Asking the big questions like: would the world be a happier place if Ed Miliband was Prime Minister? What are we really thinking while watching Shakespeare? And is Hilary Devey Jessie J’s mum? Expect to hear everyone from Andy Murray to Colin Murray, riffs on everything from Jeff Stelling to bad spelling and at least one song about butter.Recommended for ages 15+alistairmcgowan.co.uk

Sun 3 November 8pmTickets: £15.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £37.20

THIS IS WHAT I DOFollowing on from his sell-out Meltdown performance Boy George, universally recognised as one of our generation’s most iconic artists, is back with his first new studio album of original material in almost two decades – This Is What I Do. With a career spanning over 30 years Boy George first shot to international stardom in the 1980s with Culture Club and has had continued success as a solo artist, selling over 150 million records with top ten hits in every country. Boy George is a hugely respected house DJ, playing for twenty years, and continues to DJ successfully in clubs all over the globe. boygeorge.com

Wed 6 November 7.30pmTickets: £26, Boxes (to seat 2) £58

TONY LAWNONSENSE OVERDRIVE

Following his 40-date, sell-out Spring tour, Tony is leaping back out on the road with a brand new show for Autumn 2013. Join the multi-award-winning Mr Law for some absurd, shout-y and powerful, yet meaningful, nonsense. As seen on Have I Got News For You, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, 8 Out Of 10 Cats, The Alternative Comedy Experience, Charlie Brooker’s Weekly Wipe and more.

‘An ever-changing, hard-to-contain force of nature’ The Guardian

mrtonylaw.com

Mon 4 November 7.30pmTickets: £14, Boxes (to seat 2) £34

MARTYN JOSEPHHe may inhabit a similar musical universe to Bruce Springsteen, John Mayer, Bruce Cockburn and Dave Matthews but Welsh-born troubadour, Martyn Joseph, is a performer like no other and stands in his own right. His unrivalled reputation has been built over three decades of performance, giving audiences what many have described as ‘the best live music experience’ of their lives.martynjoseph.net

Tue 5 November 7.30pmTickets: £16.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £39.20

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CARA DILLONCara Dillon has one of those rare talents you only come across a handful times in your whole life. Her staggeringly beautiful voice has the ability to reach inside the soul of a song and imbue material with not only profound sweetness but also poignancy and depth. Whether she’s singing her native traditional songs of lost love and emigration, or original compositions, you will be hard pressed to find a more emotive and captivating performer.

‘Quite possibly the world’s most beautiful female voice…’Q Magazine

caradillon.co.uk

Thur 7 November 7.30pmTickets: £19.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £45.20

Quite simply one of the mostsuccessful and popularsingers the UK has everproduced. Now in thefifth decade of her career,she is still proving to beone of the most powerfuland versatile vocaltalents of our generation.With numerous hitsingles, million-sellingalbums and awards,her annual tours aretreat for fans old andnew. Performing someof her classic hits,blues and jazz, anelectric evening withElkie is guaranteed toleave you begging formore.Elkie is a stunning performerand whatever she does, shedoes it best live. Don’t missthe chance to see a trulygreat artist in action.

‘Still one of the great British voices’The Guardian

elkiebrooks.com

Fri 8 November 8pmTickets: £22 & £24.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £55

LISBEE STAINTON+ SPECIAL GUEST ELEANOR McEVOY

Although only 24, singer-songwriter, Lisbee Stainton has toured with Joan Armatrading, Paul Carrack, Gretchen Peters and Seth Lakeman. The latter was so impressed by Lisbee he invited her to become part of his own band for his 2012 UK tour, where she became was a huge hit with Lakeman’s fanbase. Following her appearance here with Sharon Shannon in March, Lisbee’s headline show is not to be missed.lisbeestainton.com / eleanormcevoy.com

Sat 9 November 7.30pmTickets: £15.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £37.20

FOSTER & ALLENTHE ULTIMATE COLLECTION TOUR

For over three decades Foster & Allen have been entertaining audiences all over the world and performing all their hits including A Bunch Of Thyme, Maggie, After All These Years, Old Flame and I Will Love You All My Life. This Ultimate Collection Tour celebrates the release of their recent hit album featuring all these tracks and many more of their best-loved songs. Foster & Allen’s music and easy listening sound remains as fresh and exciting as ever and they love entertaining, especially playing to a live audience. fosterandallen.ie

Mon 11 November 7.30pmTickets: £22.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £50.20Concessions: £2 off

ANDREW LAWRENCETHERE IS NO ESCAPE

As seen on BBC1’s Live At The Apollo and star of his own BBC Radio 4 series How Did We End Up Like This?... Andrew Lawrence presents his latest stand-up show of all new material.

‘Few people have caught the irritated, misanthropic mood of the moment better than this supreme misfit; the only wonder is that it’s taking Lawrence so long to become a national institution’ The Telegraph

Recommended for ages 14+andrewlawrencecomedy.co.uk

Thur 14 November 8pmTickets: £15, Boxes (to seat 2) £36

THREE BONZOS& A PIANOThe Bonzos have appeared with members of Monty Python, The Beatles, Eric Clapton, The Kinks and The Who as well as having a top 5 hit with Urban Spaceman. They featured as the house band on Do Not Adjust Your Set, a fore-runner of Monty Python, and superstar comedians, Stephen Fry, Adrian Edmondson, Eddie Izzard, Chris Morris and Bill Bailey have all named the Bonzos as a formative influence. Their anarchic live appearances are the stuff of legend – don’t miss out.threebonzosandapiano.co.uk

Fri 15 November 7.30pmTickets: £16 & £18, Boxes (to seat 2) £42Concessions: £2.50 off for ages 26 and under

Founded in 1988, and registered as an independent charitable organisation, The Friends have campaigned tirelessly over the years to fund the essential upkeep of the Varieties.

In addition to the £175,000 which the Friends have donated toward the recent refurbishment, their efforts over the years have also provided the venue with replacement auditorium seats, heating for the bars and hot drinks machines. These funds have been raised through activities such as street markets, cash collections, fair stalls, charity performances, dining events and the operation of city centre charity shops.

Their social events regularly include luncheons, quizzes, garden parties, theatre, museum and cinema visits as well as ‘sail and shop’ trips to the continent.

Friends of the City Varieties Registered Charity Number: 1038435

MembershipIf you are interested in joining this dedicated and sociable group of City Varieties’ supporters, please contact Box Office on0113 243 0808 or drop by the Reception in Swan Street to pick up an application form.

Standard annual membership costs just £12* per person – lifetime memberships are also available.

Benefits of membership include:

1 Priority Booking (subject to promoter agreement)

1 Regular Newsletters1 Discounts and Special Offers on selected shows or merchandise1 Exclusive Friends’ Events

* Prices correct at time of going to print.

Coffee MorningsThroughout this season, The Friends will be holding a series of informal Coffee Mornings in our historic Circle Bar – why not stop by for a chat and a cuppa?

Saturdays 10.30am to 12.30pm14 September5 October12 October19 October26 October9 November14 December

Coffee Mornings are regularly held in the historicFriends’ Circle Bar, where walls are adorned withMusic Hall memorabilia.

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THE SILVER BELLES CHRISTMAS SHOWVarieties’ favourite, Leah Bell returns with her Silver Belles Christmas Show combining the music of Christmas present with the delightful spirit of Christmas past. Appearing alongside Leah are her special guests, 60s recording star Johnny de Little, Peter Donegan (son of the legendary Lonnie), acclaimed vocalist Jason King, singer and dancer Lee Brannigan and the fabulous Silver Belles dancers and singers.Sparkling entertainment, wonderful costumes, and a spell-binding finale complete with snowfall, will make this an unforgettable experience. Don’t just ‘Dream of a White Christmas’, come and celebrate ‘The Most Wonderful Time of the Year’ with this truly traditional Christmas Show.

Sat 16 November 2pmTickets: £12.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £31.20

ANDREW NEWTONWORLD FAMOUS HYPNOTIST

New show, new routines – funnier than ever!‘Newton has ramped up his act and opted for a more robust manifesto. His mischievous performance has moved perceptibly closer to the line – to the obvious delight of the audience. Getting a hypnotised volunteer to phone his mother was a masterpiece of wind-up comedy. He kept us screeching with laughter right to the end. What lifted the proceedings even more was Newton’s skill as an entertainer, something that raises him far above all others of his ilk.’Sydney Morning Herald, May 2013

newtonhypnosis.com

Sat 16 November 8pmTickets: £13, Boxes (to seat 2) £32

THE BAD SHEPHERDSADRIAN EDMONDSON,TROY DONOCKLY & ANDY DINANMUD, BLOOD & BEER

The hugely popular Bad Shepherds return to the Varieties with their unique folk-inspired interpretations of classic punk and new wave songs.Touring to support the release of their latest album, Mud, Blood & Beer, the band revisit Madness’ Our House, The Jam’s Going Underground and deliver a fabulous rendition of No More Heroes by The Stranglers. There’s even one or two original numbers in there too!thebadshepherds.com

Sun 17 November 8pmTickets: £19 & £21, Boxes (to seat 2) £48

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City Varieties Music Hall presents

The return of our hugely popular Rock‘n’Roll Panto…Join Jack on a GIANT adventure this coming festive season, with all the usual thrills,

spills and jokes you expect from a traditional pantomime plus a rockingsoundtrack of memorable hits from the 60s, 70s and beyond…

all performed live on stage by our hugely talented cast of actor-musicians.

Praise for last year’s panto

‘what another Christmas cracker this one is…a great night out’

Leeds Guide

‘If you’re looking for a show where they won’t mindyou dancing in the aisles – then the Rock‘n’Roll Panto

is definitely for you’Yorkshire Evening Post

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BSL Interpreted performancesThur 12 Dec 7pm +

Sat 11 January 2pm & 7pm

All performances may contain pyrotechnics,smoke effects and strobe lighting.

Saturday 30 November 2013 – Sunday 12 January 2014

Concessions:Child/Student/Senior/Unwaged & Leeds Card:

£2 off all full-price seatsFriends of City Varieties Music Hall:

£2.50 off all full-price seats

Group Discounts:CALL 0113 297 7040

Parties between 20 and 49:£2 off all seats

Parties of 50 or more:£2 off all seats + 2 free for every 50 paid

Parties of 300 or more:please contact us to discuss

your requirements

School Groups:CALL 0113 297 7040

Tickets from £8.75 per personincluding a free ice lolly for each student!

(if paid in full by 5pm Tues 29 October 2013)NB: These prices only apply to off-peak

schools matinee performancesmarked with an asterisk*

NO CONCESSIONS AVAILABLE ONPREVIEW PERFORMANCES.

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ONLY ONE CONCESSION AVAILABLEON EACH TICKET PURCHASE.

Written by Peter Rowe • Directed by Vik SivalingamDesigned by Colin Piggot • Musical Direction by Dai Watts

AMATEUR TRANSPLANTS’ADAM KAY’S BUM NOTESAmateur Transplants frontman Adam Kay sits at a grand piano and sings smutty songs. With a string of sell-out tours and Edinburgh Fringe seasons, his cutting-edge, darkly humorous re-imaginings of pop and rock classics have gained him a cult following across the UK. amateurtransplants.com

Sun 2 February 7.30pmTickets: £15.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £37.20

CHRIS RAMSEYTHE MOST DANGEROUSMAN ONSATURDAYMORNINGTELEVISION

After being ‘sent off’ theSoccer AM sofa last yearfor misbehaving, Chriswonders whether he really isThe Most Dangerous Man onSaturday Morning TV – not tomention whether he wants to be.chrisramseycomedy.com

Mon 17 February 8pmTickets: £17.10,Boxes (to seat 2) £40.20

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SMALLNESS

What is it with us and smallness?We Brits love it – being tiny but fierce,

close but distant. Hear Russell ejaculatethoughts about smallness; on keeping

things small when life gets big.russellkane.co.uk

Thur 20 February 8pmTickets: £18.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £42.20

DAVID O’DOHERTYWILL TRY TO FIX EVERYTHING

David presents his new show fresh from a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Comedy Festival.davidodoherty.com

Sat 8 FebruaryTime and prices to be confirmed – on sale soon

TREVOR NOAHTHE RACIST

Fresh from a record-breaking season of shows at London’s Soho Theatre and a critically acclaimed total sell-out season at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, South African comedian, Trevor Noah is proud to present his critically acclaimed show, The Racist, on a ground-breaking tour of the UK. trevornoah.com

Mon 20 January 8pmTickets: £15.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £37.20

MILES JUPPReturning to his stand-up roots, Miles is best known for playing Nigel in Rev, John Duggan in The Thick Of It and Owen in Spy as well as appearing in Michael Winterbottom’sThe Look Of Love and GeorgeClooney’s Monuments Men.A regular on Radio 4, he hoststhe panel show It’s Not WhatYou Know, and his sitcomIn And Out Of The Kitchenwas nominated fora Writers’ GuildAward.milesjupp.co.uk

Fri 31 January7.30pmTickets: £15,Boxes(to seat 2) £36

SONGSOF SOLIDARITY, SUFFRAGE& STRENGTH Red Ladder’s new show and folk duoO’Hooley & Tidow.

WRONG ’UN,A SUFFRAGETTE’S STORYFebruary 1918, and after years of suffrage Parliament is poised to grant women the vote. In story and song, this is one Lancashire mill-girl’s journey from schoolroom to prison cell and beyond.

O’HOOLEY & TIDOWBest Duo finalists at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Belinda and Heidi deliver thought-provoking songs of wry social observation, love, loss and humour. Wrong ’Un writer Boff Whalley, will join performer Ella Harris and O’Hooley & Tidow on stage for the evening’s finale.

redladder.co.uk • ohooleyandtidow.com

Thur 23 & Fri 24 January 7.30pmTickets: £12, Boxes (to seat 2) £30Concessions: £2 off

Sponsorship &Naming OpportunitiesSince re-opening, our auditorium has been named in memory of Leeds entrepreneur and philanthropist, Jimi Heselden, and the Green Room named in recognition of a generous donation made by Dr Keith Howard OBE, Chairman of Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. This generous sponsorship is helping to preserve this unique venue for future generations. Other areas and services within City Varieties are also available for naming rights. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

For all your enquiries,please call us on 0113 391 7777or email info@cityvarieties.co.uk* Events and private hires are subject to space availability and licensing capacities.

Name a SeatJoin the ever-growing numbers of supporters and celebrities who have already named a seat or a box in our stunningly restored auditorium, including John Bishop, Barbara Windsor MBE, Dame Judi Dench, Timothy West CBW and Prunella Scales CBE. The inscription could be your name, a company name, a celebration or commemoration, or simply a dedication to a loved one.

Prices start from just £6 per month over four years. Call us on the number below for an application form or call into reception inSwan Street.

Events & HospitalityThe Jimi Heselden Auditorium and other spaces within the City Varieties are available for private hire to host your meeting, conference or other event.* Or make your theatre visit even more memorable with intimate post show drinks and canapés for your friends, family, colleagues and clients.

Please contact us to discuss your event or hospitality enquiries.

Your Wedding at City VarietiesHolding your ceremony at City Varieties is certain to make your day memorable for all the right reasons. The auditorium seats up to 400 people but also feels intimate with much smaller numbers of guests making it a perfect venue whatever the size of your party.If you’d like drinks after the ceremony, our Circle Bar holds 60 people and is a lovely setting for your guests to mingle whilst you have photos taken or just as somewhere to chat before you move on to your reception venue.

For further information about holding your marriage or civil partnership at City Varieties, please contact Anne Shaw on 0113 297 7003or email weddings@cityvarieties.co.uk.

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MORECAMBEThis Olivier Award-winning play starsBob Golding as comedy icon, Eric Morecambe.Don’t miss this moving, often hilarious taleabout one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers;a heart-warming story of the man whatbrought us the sunshine. What do you thinkof it so far? Brilliant!

Tue 6 & Wed 7 May 7.30pmTickets: £17.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £41

READY STEADY COOK LIVEBritain’s most successful TV cookery show is coming fresh and live to City Varieties with star host Russell Grant, celebrity Chef Lesley Waters and very special guest Paul Rankin.Visit readysteadycooklive.com for a chance to get involved.

Tue 4 – Thur 6 March 7.30pm+ Wed matinee 2.30pmTickets: £25.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £57.20Great deals for groups – call for details

JASON MANFORDFIRST WORLD PROBLEMS

Jason returns to the Varieties with two intimate tour dates for his latest show.jasonmanford.com

Fri 7 February &Wed 26 March 8pmTickets: £23.50,Boxes (to seat 2) £53

THE FUREYS & DAVEY ARTHURLegends of Irish music and song The Fureys & Davey Arthur, return to the Varieties for a very welcome seventh visit.thefureys.com

Fri 11 April 7.30pmTickets: £19 & £21,Boxes (to seat 2) £48

RICHARD HERRINGWE’RE ALL GOINGTO DIE!

Death is inevitable, so let’s laugh in its face while our hearts still beat and our jaws are still attached.richardherring.com

Thur 27 March 8pmTickets: £15.60,Boxes (to seat 2) £37.20

The Learning programme is supported by the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund.

To book workshops, projects and group tours please contact the Learning Team: learning@cityvarieties.co.uk, 0113 391 7783.

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Behind the Scenes ToursLearn how the Varieties grew from a humble music room above a pub to the world-famous home of The Good Old Days and marvel at how this beautiful venue has been restored to its former Victorian glory on a Public Heritage Tour.

Our new Family Tours also provide an opportunity for children and their families to hear stories of the weird and wonderful acts that have performed on our stage, dress up in period costume and join in with games and activities whilst discovering the hidden secrets of this beautiful Victorian building.

Public Heritage Tours:Sat 10 Aug, Wed 4 Sept, Wed 25 Sept, Sat 12 Oct, Sat 9 Nov.

Family Tours:Wed 7 Aug, Wed 21 Aug, Thur 31 Oct.

All tours run from 11am – 12pm.Cost: Adult £5, Under 18s £3, Under 5s free.

Tickets can be booked through the Box Office on 0113 243 0808.

Group tours are also available for minimum 5, maximum 30 people.

NEW FOR SEPTEMBER!Early Years ActivitiesSeptember 2013 sees the launch of Hickory Dickory Dock, a brand new pre-school group for you and your child at City Varieties Music Hall. Come along to play, sing, create and discover in our themed sessions whilst being inspired by the history of our unique building!

With a chance to glimpse behind the curtain of a working theatre and plenty of imaginative play, it’s the perfect way to introduce your child to performing arts.

Arts Award ClubFollowing our successful Summer School we’re offering a brand new Arts Award Club for young people interested in exploring this accredited course www.artsaward.co.uk Want to explore behind the scenes? Develop your creative skills? Make new friends? Then join us.

If you’re interested in getting involved, please contact the learning team to find out more.

Heritage Open DaySunday 15 September 10.30am – 3.00pm(last admission 2.30pm)Free entry

Your chance to come and explore! Discover the view from the boxes, see the refitted dressing rooms, stand on our steeply raked stage or simply relax in the Circle Bar. Activities and demonstrations will run throughout the day to keep the whole family entertained including trails, competitions, archive displays and workshops. Our team of dedicated volunteers will be on hand to share their stories and show you behind the scenes of this much loved venue. No need to book, just turn up!

City Varieties Youth TheatreFollowing their second hit musical Little Shop of Horrors the Company are working on the Christmas performance which will be showcased in the Howard Assembly Room at the Grand Theatre on Monday 9th and Tuesday 10th December. If you are interested in finding out more about the Youth Theatre please contact the learning team for an information pack. 

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How to find usCity Varieties Music Hall is situated right in the heart of Leeds city centre on Swan Street, which links Briggate with Lands Lane, close to the popular Victoria Quarter.

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Public transportWe are just a ten minute walk from either Leeds bus or rail station and many city centre bus stops. Plan your journey via wymetro.com or call 0113 245 7676.

ParkingSecure public parking is available nearby at The Light (via Great George Street) and St John’s Centre (via Merrion Street) – for additional parking information, please download the Leeds City Council parking guide from leeds.gov.uk.

There are several parking spaces available nearby to disabled badge holders including The Headrow, Wormald Row and Mark Lane.

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Proprietor: Leeds Grand Theatre and Opera House Ltd.Registered in England No. 978161. A company controlled by Leeds City Council.Registered address: 46 New Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6NZ. Reg Charity No: 500408. VAT Reg No: 865 9525 74

The information contained in this brochure is correct at the time of printing. Whilst every effort is made to avoid programme changes,we reserve the right to make alterations, where necessary, without prior notice, if unavoidable.

City Varieties Music HallSwan StreetLeedsLS1 6LW

Tickets: 0113 243 0808boxoffice@cityvarieties.co.uk

General Enquiries: 0113 391 7777info@cityvarieties.co.uk

Marketing and Press: 0113 391 7775marketing@cityvarieties.co.uk

Technical Team:technical@cityvarieties.co.uk

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City Varieties Music Hall is very grateful for the generous financial support of the family of Jimi Heselden for sponsoring the Auditorium andDr Keith Howard OBE, Chairman of Emerald Group Publishing Ltdfor sponsoring the Green Room.