A massive outdoor screening of hit musical favourite The Greatest Showman is coming to the historic grounds of Leeds' Harewood House this September - and tickets have just gone on sale.
The 2017 smash shit, which featured Zac Efron and Hugh Jackman, is inspired by the story of P. T. Barnum's creation of Barnum's American Museum and its star attractions.
It tells the tale of a visionary who rose from oblivion to create a spectacular worldwide sensation through the original using the medium of song - featuring nine original tracks from Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.
This September, it will come to Leeds for a special one-off singalong screening at stunning 18th-century countryside manor Harewood House.
Nestled in the stunning Yorkshire countryside, a huge outdoor screen will be situated on the North Lawn in front of the house for the event.
Hosted in partnership with the Luna Cinema, there will be a bar on-site serving a good selection of alcoholic and soft drinks and hot food will also be available to purchase from Harewood House's gourmet street food vendors.
Alternatively, if you like, you're welcome to pack a picnic for the night - just note that glass bottles are not allowed on site.
Tickets are priced at £16 for adults, £11 for children and £8 for disabled guests attending with a carer.
The singalong screening is just one of a series of special screenings planned at the grounds this September.
Other exciting film classics with tickets newly on sale include Dirty Dancing, Top Gun and Downtown Abbey.
Located roughly 8 miles outside of Leeds, there is parking for drivers with stewards on hand to direct you on arrival.
It's worth noting that tickets can only be booked online in advance of the events - so make sure to book early if you don't want to miss out on this special screening under the stars.
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Shortlist for 2026 Mercury Prize announced with several northern names making the cut
The shortlist for the 2026 Mercury Prize has officially landed - and it's another huge year for music from the north.
The prestigious annual award, which celebrates the very best British and Irish albums released over the past 12 months, has unveiled its 12 nominated records ahead of this year's ceremony in Newcastle this October.
Among the biggest talking points is a first-ever Mercury Prize nomination for music legend and northern icon Sir Paul McCartney, whose latest album The Boys Of Dungeon Lane has earned him a place on the shortlist.
Elsewhere representing the north, Newcastle jazz collective Knats have been shortlisted for A Great Day In Newcastle while jungle pioneer Nia Archives, who comes from Bradford, is recognised for her acclaimed album Emotional Junglist.
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Another artist flying the Newcastle flag is JADE with her debut solo album That's Showbiz Baby!, whilst other notable nominations include Olivia Dean, RAYE and and the charity compilation HELP(2) from War Child Records.
The full 2026 Mercury Prize shortlist is:
Paul McCartney – The Boys Of Dungeon Lane
Olivia Dean – The Art Of Loving
RAYE – This Music May Contain Hope
Dave – The Boy Who Played The Harp
Florence + The Machine – Everybody Scream
Dove Ellis – Blizzard
Knats – A Great Day In Newcastle
Kojey Radical – Don't Look Down
JADE – That's Showbiz Baby!
Nia Archives – Emotional Junglist
Suede – Antidepressants
War Child Records – HELP(2)
This year's Mercury Prize ceremony will return to Newcastle's Utilita Arena on Thursday 22 October after the city successfully hosted the awards for the first time last year.
The 2025 event saw hometown hero Sam Fender take home the coveted prize for People Watching, and who knows - maybe The Toon will bag another prize for a hometown hero.
‘It wasn’t its time’ – Mediterranean Leeds cafe closes just two months after opening
Clementine Hall
A new street food spot has sadly closed its doors just two months after opening.
Back in May, a beautiful taste of the Mediterranean was was brought to us by Shvaan, a very talented chef who previously worked alongside his family at Eastern Oven in Kirkgate Market.
An absolute gem of a spot, Eastern Oven is known for its fresh breads, aromatic meats and plates bursting with colour - and this is exactly what Shvaan set up with FenerBar.
This new venture opened up inside The Attic, a multidisciplinary arts and events space just on the outskirts of the city centre by The Tetley and the new Aire Park development.
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Serving up Eastern Mediterranean dishes like mackerel, lamb and beef kebabs, as well as various colourful vegan plates, everything at Fenerbar was homemade and you could really tell the amount of love put into each and every dish.
Unfortunately, Fenerbar has now closed its doors with owner Shvaan stating 'it wasn't it's time'.
Announcing the sad news to Instagram, Fenerbar said: "fenerBar has been closed. It wasn’t its time, whether it’s from the past or in the future, we’ll have to find out.
"Many thanks to @theatticleeds for hosting me and giving me the space to give it a shot. Wish them all the best. And thanks to everyone who came."
Of course in true Leeds fashion, fellow independents flocked to the comments showing their support and wishing Fenerbar all the luck in the next chapter.
We're sure this isn't the end for Shvaan's talents, and we can't wait to see what he does next.
Georgina Pellant -
10th May 2021 
