Arts and Entertainment

Robbie Williams live at Roundhay Park, Leeds, in 2006. Photo: Dan Oxtoby

Robbie Williams says 2006 show was the 'most traumatic' of his life

There are some huge names playing in Halifax in 2024

13 great concerts coming to Halifax's Piece Hall in summer 2024

Hibiscus Rising, a new sculpture by international artist Yinka Shonibare unveiled in Leeds, as part of LEEDS 2023, Year of Culture. Co-commissioned by The David Oluwale Memorial Association. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe

New 9m tall sculpture in memory of David Oluwale unveiled as a symbol of 'unity'

Tickets for Leeds Festival 2024 go on sale this week. (Photo by Mark Bickerdike Photography)

Here is how to get tickets for Leeds Festival 2024 at Bramham Park

Madness has announced a special performance at Leeds' historic Kirkstall Abbey in the summer 2024.

Legendary ska band announce special concert at historic Leeds venue

The developers said they want to ensure the Tetley building 'remains at the heart of both Aire Park and Leeds’ South Bank for another 100 years'. Photo: Vastinct UK

Plans revealed for development of the 'iconic' Tetley building

PJ Harvey is coming to Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

Indie superstar is latest act announced for Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

There are some huge names playing in Halifax in 2024

Music legend announces return to Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

Eric Kovacs, of Sophie's Delight Cheezes, was on hand to showcase the vegan product made from tofu, almonds and cashew nuts.

14 tasty photos from this year's Great Yorkshire Vegan Christmas Festival

Lotherton Hall, near Leeds, has been completely reimagined for Christmas this year and the Yorkshire Evening Post was given a sneak preview before the estate opened to the public for the festivities.

11 magical photos from this year's Christmas Experience at Lotherton Hall

Paterson Joseph and Daisy Haggard star in the new BBC comedy-thriller Boat Story (Picture: BBC/Two Brothers/Matt Squire)

Boat Story review: A frenetic, violent coke-com

Lloyd Cole captivated York Barbican audience (photo Paul Shoul)

Lloyd Cole ... he's got perfect sync!

Liam Gallagher, Fred Again and Lana Del Rey are among the artists set to headline the festival at Bramham Park in 2024 (Photo by Mark Bickerdike Photography)

Leeds Festival announces headline acts for 2024

The countdown is on for next year's Leeds Pride celebrations, as organisers announced a date for the "bigger than ever" event.

City set for 'bigger than ever' Pride event as date announced

Sarah Harding, Nadine Coyle, Nicola Roberts, Cheryl Cole and Kimberley Walsh of Girls Aloud pictured in 2012. The reunion tour will pay tribute to Harding, who died in 2021 .(Photo by Fred Duval/Getty Images)

Everything you need to know as Girls Aloud to bring tour to Leeds

Two Door Cinema Club on stage during Live at Leeds in the Park 2023 in Temple Newsam (Photo by Mark Bickerdike Photography)

Live at Leeds In The Park makes first line-up announcement for 2024

Tom Zanetti's Sleepin is Cheatin will host the Casa Loco bassline festival at Beaverworks in Leeds next month (Photo by Tom Zanetti/Sleepin is Cheatin)

Tom Zanetti to host old-school party where no phones are encouraged

Anne-Marie will be coming to Leeds Millennium Square next July for Sounds of the City. Photo: George Muncey

Global popstar announces major outdoor summer show

MiNT Festival 2024 will take place on the May Bank Holiday at Newsam Green Farm in Leeds (Photo by MiNT Festival)

Mint Festival announces big change for 2024

Pop superstar Anne-Marie

Ad Feature Pop superstar Anne-Marie to play Leeds Millennium Square

Ne-Yo will be bringing his Champagne and Roses tour to Leeds First Direct Arena next March. Photo: Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images

Everything you need to know about Ne-Yo at First Direct Arena

Beauty and the Beast is on at the Stephen Joseph Theatre

Oh yes it is - panto-time in Yorkshire

Another big name has been announced for Live at The Piece Hall 2024

Sensational singer-songwriter coming to Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

Carmelo Luggeri complements Kiki Dee's vocal virtuosity

Dee-lightful Kiki's still got the music in her

Paloma Faith and special guest Gabrielle. to play Leeds Millennium Square on Sunday, July 7, 2024

Ad Feature Paloma Faith and guest Gabrielle to play Leeds Millennium Square

Jane McDonald is coming to Leeds First Direct Arena.

Wakefield-born singer announce 2024 UK tour with massive Leeds show

Bill Bailey visited a whaling museum in Western Australia during his Australian Adventure, which started on Channel 4 this week (Picture: Perpetual Entertainment/Marmalade Sky/Channel 4)

Bill Bailey's Australian Adventure review: Weird, but not-so wonderful

The band will play two shows at Halifax's Piece Hall next summer

Chart-topping pop band announce second date for Halifax's Piece Hall

A 'hard line' approach to drug dealers was taken at this year's Leeds Festival following the death of David Celino at the 2022 edition.

'Hard line' approach taken to drug dealers at Leeds Fest after teen's death

80s pop icons Bananarama is set to headline 80s Classical at Leeds' Millennium Square. Picture by Leeds City Council

80s pop icons to headline Leeds’ open-air ‘symphonic spectacular’

Leeds DJ Danny Bond is bringing his new Middle Ground show to O2 Academy. Picture by Jukebox PR

Leeds legend Danny Bond to bring new 360 DJ experience to 02 Academy

Excitement is growing for next year's gigs at The Piece Hall in Halifax

Legendary American rock band latest to be announced for Piece Hall next summer

Jim Kerr of Simple Minds. Picture: Dean Chalkley

Jim Kerr of Simple Minds: 'Punk rock opened the doors for everyone'

Claire, husband Sean and 19-year-old daughter Joy-Anna featured in the new Channel 5 reality show Wife on Strike (Picture: Channel 5)

Wife on Strike review: Enough to turn anyone into a feminist

Disney On Ice 100 Years Of Wonder skaters are inspiring young stars of the future

Ad Feature Disney on Ice skaters inspire young fans to become future stars

Piers Morgan spoke with Leeds Trinity's journalism course leader Leigh Purves. Photo: Leeds Beckett University

Piers Morgan on cancel culture, Meghan Markle and Donald Trump

The boyband brought their Everybody Say JLS: The Hits Tour to Leeds First Direct Arena on Tuesday night (Photo by National World)

I saw JLS and there were ear-shattering screams, tears and a lot of thrusting

Father Christmas at Thackray Museum of Medicine is just the family tonic for a perfect festive season

Ad Feature Father Christmas joy for sensory needs and impaired hearing families

Disney On Ice Dream Big timeless classic characters Goofy, Minnie and Donald

Disney on Ice's latest foray into fantastic family-friendly fantasy

The Sherlocks celebrate two sold out shows with fans at Network Sheffield. Photo by Rhona Murphy

Ad Feature REVIEW: The Sherlocks sell out shows ahead of 2024 Don Valley Bowl spectacular

Masterchef: The Professionals review: Voiceover makes you forget Gregg

The Sherlocks

Ad Feature The Sherlocks to play biggest ever headline show at Don Valley Bowl

The Charlatans

Ad Feature LISTEN: The Charlatans' Tim Burgess reveals UK hits tour details

The Chemical Brothers returned to Leeds First Direct Arena for the first time in four years. Picture by National World

Here’s what I thought of The Chemical Brothers’ return to Leeds

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Temperatures are forecast to drop below zero degrees on Wednesday.

Leeds weather forecast as city braced for sub-zero temperatures

A large number of police and ambulance crews were spotted at the White Rose this afternoon. Picture: Simon Hulme

Police called to 'medical incident' at White Rose Shopping Centre

Sanchez Njie, 23, of Brander Road, Gipton, Leeds, was sentenced to four years' imprisonment at Leeds Crown Court on November 27 after he pleaded guilty to three counts of possession with intent to supply crack cocaine, possession with intent to supply heroine and possession of cannabis. Photo: West Yorkshire Police.

Street dealer caught with drugs 'business cards' during search of home