A giant screen has appeared at Trinity shopping centre in the space where Topshop used to be.
At 6 metres wide, it forms part of a new digital stage that has been built into the former high street fashion storefront and will display a host of different works from local artists throughout the summer.
Its appearance marks the start of a new project, aiming to showcase films created by local Leeds artists and performances in residence across the city.
Revealed today, Thursday 22 July, everything it broadcasts will be completely free to watch and for artists to display their work on.
Over the coming months, the intention is to publicise the work of hundreds of artists - but this weekend the centre is kicking things off with a handful of specially curated showings.
Things will begin with 'Aquaplane', a short contemporary dance video created by local videographer and photographer Decland Creffield. Hailing from Leeds himself. It depicts dancer Max Revell moving to the soundtrack of Overseer by Aquaplane.
Other performances kicking off the opening include ‘Lockdown, Dance Up’, which depicts video recordings from an online children's lockdown dance project that used video calls to coordinate practices during the lockdowns of the past year. Set up by Leeds-based Union of Dance and supported by Arts Council England, it perfectly encapsulates a summer full of viral tik tok dance trends and online comings together.
And last but not least, there'll also be a 30-minute animated retelling of Puccini opera La Boheme, created by Opera North on display at the new screen.
“We are thrilled to launch Trinity Stage and we hope to promote the incredible talents that the city of Leeds has to offer," said David Maddison, Trinity Leeds Centre Director regarding the new screen instalation.
“Showcasing our region’s artists and performers is our way of supporting the arts, which is a sector that’s been hit so hard this last year and a half.
“Be it emerging artists starting out, or established performers and groups, we want Trinity Stage to be a celebration of the arts and a vehicle to help promote their work to a wider audience."
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Northern rock and blues veterans Proud Mary announce run of reunion shows in 2026
Veteran Manchester rock and blues band Proud Mary recently announced a limited run of UK reunion shows, including one right here in Leeds.
The seasoned Northern outfit may have seen plenty of lineup changes and a long hiatus of sorts, but now they’re returning for just a small handful of comeback gigs across the country.
Ahead of their seminal debut album turning 25 years old this year, 2026 also seems them steadily creeping up on the best part of three decades as a group in some form or another.
For anyone uninitiated, the native 90s and early noughties name was the first band signed to Noel Gallagher’s Sour Mash Records in 2001.
Their first-ever LP, The Same Old Blues, still remains their most revered work to this day.
Dubbed by the older Burnage brother and legendary Manc musician as “a lesson in songwriting” in an interview with the NME way back when, they started out as long-time friends and turned into fellow studio peers.
As well as supporting the likes of Oasis, Neil Young, The Stereophonics, Paul Weller, Ocean Colour Scene, Ryan Adams, Noel’s High Flying Birds and more on various tours over the years, they also famously headlined Isle of Wight Festival in 2004.
Having collaborated with the likes of another Britpop legend, Gem Archer, as well as The Smiths’ Andy Rourke, not to mention gaining plaudits from so many other contemporaries, they’re likely one of your favourite bands’ old faithful bands.
Moreover, in regional terms, rising local indie rock quintet Rosellas are also joining them on the road for their shows.
Proud Mary will be playing at The Warehouse in Leeds on Friday 8 May and you can grab your tickets HERE.
Featured Images — Proud Mary (press shots supplied via Sonic PR)
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Independent Nordic-inspired homeware shop closes Leeds store after six years
Clementine Hall
After six years in the city, independent homeware retailer North Home is closing its Leeds city centre shop.
If you're a lover of all things home then you'll have most likely visited the gorgeous North Home shop in the Victoria Quarter.
Stacked to the brim with unique pieces from striking ceramics to stylish soft furnishings, North Home is known for its well-curated stock and great customer service.
Seriously, we've probably spent a good hour in here in awe of all the beautiful pieces.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Last week, curious shoppers noticed the three-storey store was suddenly empty and now the company have confirmed that they have closed for good.
In a statement, they said: "After nearly 6 wonderful years trading in Leeds, we’ve made the difficult decision to close our physical store while we restructure the business and explore the next chapter for North Home.
"Retail has changed significantly in recent years and, like many independent businesses, we’ve faced increasing costs.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
"Taking this step now gives us the opportunity to protect what we’ve built and focus on the future of the brand. North Home continues to operate online and all existing customer orders will be fulfilled as normal although delivery times may be slightly extended.
"We’ve loved being part of the Leeds retail community since 2020 and are incredibly grateful for the support we’ve received. We hope to share more about our plans soon."
We'll be sad to see them go and we hope this isn't goodbye forever, but you can still shop from North Home online here.
Georgina Pellant -
23rd July 2021 
