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Eurovision 2025 final to be screened live in cinemas across Leeds

Pass the popcorn.

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 1st May 2025

The grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest is to be screened live in cinemas across Leeds next month.

Following the success of the previous two years, initially starting back when the internationally renowned televised event was held on British soil in Liverpool in 2023, cinemas up and down the UK are, once again, set to come together to celebrate 2025’s edition of the major night in the music calendar by hosting the ultimate viewing events.

The Eurovision Song Content Grand Final on Saturday 17 May will be broadcast live on BBC One, and streamed into more than 100 cinemas nationwide – including several in Leeds.

Distributed by CinemaLive, the live stream events will allow Eurovision fans to gather under one roof and share in the unbeatable experience of celebrating the brightest and boldest music party of the year on the big screen.

You may remember that Switzerland is hosting Eurovision this year, following the nation’s well-deserved victory at the 2024 contest with the song ‘The Code’ performed by Nemo.

The Eurovision 2025 final will be screened live in cinemas across Greater Manchester / Credit: CinemaLive | Krists Luhaers (via Unsplash)

But thanks to these live stream events, you won’t need to make the trip to Basel to get in on the action, as you’ll just need to nip down to your nearest participating cinema instead.

Not only will the long-awaited final of the show be streamed live onto the big screen in 5.1 surround sound, but fans are invited to bring their Eurovision parties from the front room to the cinema instead, as organisers say fancy dress is ‘heavily encouraged’, as are enthusiastic sing-alongs too.

Speaking ahead of the event next month, John Travers from distributors CinemaLive, said: “We’re delighted to be working with the BBC to bring Eurovision’s grand final live into cinemas across the UK for the third year in a row.

“There’s simply no better way to enjoy the biggest night in music than in a cinema.

Tickets are now live and available to book at your local cinema here.

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Smash-hit West End musical Trainspotting is coming to Leeds later this year

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant

Trainspotting The Musical is coming to Leeds.

30 years on from the film that changed everything, and following its successful world premiere run in London’s West End, Trainspotting The Musical is heading out on a major UK tour later this year, and will be taking to one of Leeds' most iconic stages this winter.

Written by Irvine Welsh – as adapted from his best-selling debut novel – and directed and developed by Caroline Jay Ranger, Trainspotting The Musical has been described by critics as ‘radical, invigorating and life-affirming’ since its premiere.

It’s said to be an unforgettable production that’ll have even the most sceptical audiences leave on a ‘consciousness-altering high.’

In 1996, the breakthrough British film of the same name was released and became the biggest grossing UK film of the year, winning a slew of awards in the process – including a BAFTA for Best Screenplay, and even being ranked tenth in the BFI’s top 100 greatest British films of the 20th century.

Now, three decades later, the industrial drug crazed working-class heroes of British youth culture are back… but this time, live on stage.

 “I believe the musical has a bigger, loudly beating human heart than either the book or the film,” creator Irvine Welsh commented as the UK tour was announced this week.

“People need to think about the world we’re living in, and we offer that inspection, but they also need to sing their hearts out and laugh their heads off. It’s what being human is all about. We’ve put together an incredible Scottish cast and I can’t wait to see them bring the musical to life.”

Trainspotting The Musical will taking to the stage at the Leeds Grand Theatre from Monday 7 until Saturday 12 December 2026.

Get your tickets when they go live here.

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Audio North’s Artist of the Month : Holly Rolfe | May 2026

Thomas Melia Thomas Melia

As you're well aware by now, the North has some of this country's best artists and musicians, so much so, we are showcasing a new one to you every single month.

Meet Holly Rolfe, a Lichfield-born, Leeds-based artist who's music is cathartic, emotive with her stage presence helping create a pure-pop package.

Her singles have captivated audiences online with one song in particular, 'I'll Come Back To You', amassing over 250,000 streams.

She's also focused on uplifting fellow female musicians, something which she has made into a real initiative titled 'Women in Music Presents'.

And if you're wondering why all her outfits have varied in shades of blue when she's featured in videos on Audio North's Instagram account - she explains later on.

An interview with Holly Rolfe | Audio North's Artist of the Month: May

Holly Rolfe, Audio North's artist of the month for May.
Holly Rolfe, Audio North's artist of the month for May.
Meet Hilly Rolfe, Audio North's artist of the month for May / Credit: The Manc Group

How did you get into music?

I started busking at 14 after some encouragement from my Mum who was also a busker. Then I started performing at weddings and taking part in gigs.

Every family holiday we used to listen to CDs whenever we'd drive around and play Adele, Robbie Williams, specifically the live albums, Mika too.

Who were some of your musical influences growing up?

Some of my favourite musicians who's music I am inspired by are Mimi Webb and Cian Ducrot. Obviously Harry Styles and Sabrina Carpenter too.

Especially Sabrina and Mimi, I love their fun pop girl energy, I just want to channel that.

Do you want to tell us a little bit more about your recent EP?

On 24 April I released my EP Lost in the Dark (Live in Session), which is a collection of songs that I believe aren't based around streams, but instead it's a passion project.

It means so much to me and it sums up who I am as an artist, the music I want to create and my experience of being a student in Leeds.

You're also part of a group called Women in Music Presents, please can you tell us more about this?

It's a group created during my final year of university that I made with some friends.

We wanted something that focused around the positives and challenges that being a female artist brings, while uplifting each other with no real headliners at each event, instead we all share the spotlight.

Holly alongside Women in Music Presents line-up at The Attic in Leeds / Credit: The Manc Group
Holly alongside Women in Music Presents line-up at The Attic in Leeds / Credit: The Manc Group

We've noticed that you like to wear a lot of blue, how come?

I've always been obsessed with blue and when I was starting to brand myself as an artist I thought this colour really compliments me.

And honestly royal blue, navy, baby blue, whatever the shade is I love it.

What are some of your career highlights so far?

My first band gig was at the Piece Hall in Halifax where I got the opportunity to support Cian Ducrot and that's where everything really kicked off.

From there I performed at The Cavern Club in Liverpool, where as well as performing, I also got the chance to admire some of pop music's greatest memorabilia.

I was able to do my debut headline at Headrow House and did another headline show at Hyde Park Book Club too.

Rolfe backstage ahead of her Piece Hall supporting slot and the singer pictured underneath The Domino Club neon sign / Credit: Supplied
Rolfe backstage ahead of her Piece Hall supporting slot and the singer pictured underneath The Domino Club neon sign / Credit: Supplied
Rolfe backstage ahead of her Piece Hall supporting slot and the singer pictured underneath The Domino Club neon sign / Credit: Supplied

What does being an artist in the North feel like for you?

Anything is possible. There's something about the North that is so welcoming and it has helped me become my true self as an artist, performing for northern crowds.

I feel so inspired by artists from here and everyone northern as they all have this determination which is so nice to see, watching people chase their dreams.

And finally now we've learnt more about you, who are some Northern artists you love and want to show off?

Lois. She's incredible and has announced a listening party for her new album later this month.

Also The Wranglers, a country group who I got the opportunity to support at their recent gig at Oporto in Leeds. They just make you want to get up and dance.

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Thank you Holly for letting us learn a little bit more about your artistry, we're sure that you're on track to claiming your pop princess crown in years to come.

Featured Images - Artist supplied / The Manc Group

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