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This event is part of The Spark Festival 2026. Fatima and Salima are hijabi-wearing step-sisters with one goal: win the Tiny is Mighty skateboarding competition. But when family tensions threaten their dream, only a daring super-plan can save the day in this funny, heartfelt play for ages 8–12. “Uplifting and surreally playful” - The Stage […]
A series of five talks with discussion time for anyone with an interest in understanding and challenging their views on art. These accessible talks with discussion time are intended for anyone interested in developing their understanding of art, whatever their existing level of knowledge. Some historical context for individual artists and schools of art will […]
Two old men escape from a care home and go to a metal festival. Cyril doesn’t like old people, which is a shame because he is one. When he learns that his estranged granddaughter, Lily, has her big break with her thrash metal band, Abscess, he and his friend Neville are determined to show up […]
WORD! is a 24 year old, Leicester based and UK Saboteur nominated, poetry and spoken word organisation. They deliver one of the longest running poetry events in the UK, alongside a broader portfolio of work focused on social, personal and professional development. With a focus on creative health and wellbeing through writing, spoken word, and […]
Develop your piano-playing skills in this relaxed and informal monthly performers’ club. Join pianist Jude Richardson on Sunday afternoons and/or Thursday evenings in a casual piano group class dedicated to helping you gain confidence as a pianist and performer. You can bring finished pieces, music you've just started looking at, original compositions, or anything else […]
The World’s Quickest Theatre Festival bringing 14 world premiere plays to life in just 48 hours. 70 theatre makers come together to create 14 brand new plays in just 48 hours. It’s raw, dirty, punk rock theatre, with a live band. What will happen? There’s only one way to find out! The World’s Quickest Theatre […]
Flutter over to the Butterfly Boudoir for an evening of costumes, parody, and lots of tease. Expect a variety of group and solo performances from Doe Demure's troupes, Chicas Locas Burlesque and Skytribe Fusion Bellydance. Both new and experienced performers will be taking to the stage. Attendees are forewarned; as is typical of burlesque shows, […]
WORD! is a 24 year old, Leicester based and UK Saboteur nominated, poetry and spoken word organisation. They deliver one of the longest running poetry events in the UK, alongside a broader portfolio of work focused on social, personal and professional development. With a focus on creative health and wellbeing through writing, spoken word, and […]
Immerse yourself in an enchanting evening of Indian classical music that traces the enduring beauty of circles and cycles—echoing through rāg, rhythm, and resonance. This special performance explores the continuous flow of musical patterns, where beginnings dissolve into endings and return again, much like the cycles of nature and life itself. Renowned tabla virtuoso Ustad […]
An annual celebration of Guru Purnima – a special day between students and their teachers. Students of all standards will play special pieces as a homage to their guru(s). The event is open to all, with a particular emphasis on students, their families and friends.
Festival favourite Lucy returns with a brand new show about the power of letting yourself go – in every sense. Whether that means embracing your wrinkles and love handles whilst living in a slanket, or having a couple of babychams and dancing like nobody’s watching (and if you’re a middle aged woman, they’re probably not). […]
Robert White: ‘THAT’ Gay Autistic Keyboard Tanktop Comedy Guy! Is going on tour with a brand new show! Presented by Little Wander. Whether you’re a fan from his series of Britain’s Got Talent, or you’re one of his millions of online viewers but only just realising that Robert is ‘THAT’ Gay Autistic Keyboard Tanktop Comedy […]
