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  • April 2026

  • Thu 30
    A monochromatic image of British pianist, Andrew McCormack performing
    April 30 @ 20:00 - 22:30

    Leicester Jazz House presents Andrew McCormack

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    British pianist and composer Andrew McCormack has built a diverse international career with many appearances at major festivals and concert halls all over the globe. He is perhaps best known internationally as a long term member of the Kyle Eastwood Band but also has numerous projects under his own name including trio, duo with Saxophonist […]

    £7 – £16
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  • May 2026

  • Fri 1
    David Attenborough in a blue jacket stood in front of a white cliff and sea-scene.
    May 1 @ 12:00 - 13:30 View all in this series

    Film Screening: Ocean with David Attenborough

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    Celebrate 100 years of David Attenborough with a special screening of 'Ocean'. Join us as we honour one of the world’s most beloved storytellers and his lifelong dedication to the natural world. 'Ocean' is a breath taking and deeply moving journey beneath the waves, guided by Attenborough’s iconic narration. From vibrant coral reefs teeming with life […]

    Free
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    Wed 6
    A group of young people chatting in a gallery surrounded by art.
    May 6 @ 10:30 - 12:00 View all in this series

    Art History: Understanding Art Better

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    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 […]

    £7.50 – £10
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    Thu 14
    Two men sat at a white grand piano playing from a music book.
    May 14 @ 18:00 - 20:00 View all in this series

    Leicester Piano Club

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    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 […]

    £7.50 – £10
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    Sat 16
    A women in a silver outfit and yellow neck roof, flying through the air with a kick in a dark room on yellow aerial ropes.
    May 16 @ 11:00 - 12:00 View all in this series

    Rebel Sparks: Take Flight

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    This event is part of The Spark Festival 2026 Take Flight is a stunning aerial theatre show for 0-2 year olds and their grown ups. The story follows a musical mother bird as their baby hatches, grows and explores, navigating the challenges of hunger, sleep and play. Culminating in a beautiful aerial moment, the mother […]

    £5 – £20
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    Sun 24
    Two brightly dressed women are on a stage holding up skateboards above their heads. The background set it bright and colourful with skatepark ramps.
    May 24 @ 14:30 - 16:00

    Turtle Key Arts: Sisters 360

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    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 […]

    £5 – £20
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    Thu 28
    WORD! written over a scene of a performance taking place in the courtyard in the evening.
    May 28 @ 19:00 - 21:00

    WORD! May Edition

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    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 […]

    £5 – £20
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  • June 2026

  • Fri 5
    1448 Leicester. The World's Quickest Theatre Festival. Below this title are actors in their with very expressive facial expressions and gestures.
    June 5 @ 20:00 - 22:00

    14/48 Leicester

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    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 […]

    £5 – £20
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    Sat 13
    Burlesque performers are on stage standing in a triangular dance formation holding feather fans
    June 13 @ 19:00 - 21:30 View all in this series

    The Butterfly Boudoir: Burlesque and Belly Dance Showcase

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    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, […]

    £13
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    Thu 25
    WORD! written over a scene of a performance taking place in the courtyard in the evening.
    June 25 @ 19:00 - 21:00

    WORD! June Edition

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    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 […]

    £5 – £20
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  • August 2026

  • Sat 1
    August 1 @ 14:00 - 17:00

    The Sitar Music Society: Homage to Gurus

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    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.

    £11 – £13
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  • September 2026

  • Sat 26
    A white women with brown hair jumping up happily in a striped top, while miniature versions of herself float around her pulling poses.
    September 26 @ 19:30 - 21:30

    Lucy Porter – Let Yourself Go!

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    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). […]

    £23
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