The summer season is officially off to a scorching start across Leeds’ historic stages as Leeds Heritage Theatres unveils an unmissable month of entertainment.
June sees a massive influx of talent hitting the city, splitting the action between the grand, sweeping stage of Leeds Grand Theatre and the legendary, intimate surroundings of the City Varieties Music Hall.
Whether you are in the mood for a smash-hit musical comedy, a night of side-splitting laughter from TV favourites, or boundary-pushing independent music, the city's theatre scene is firing on all cylinders.
From massive West End blockbusters like Mamma Mia! and Legally Blonde to star-studded comedy and inspirational live talks, here is your guide to 13 brilliant productions hitting two of Leeds’ most hallowed stages this month
1. Joanne McNally: Pinotphile (June 3)
Hailed by Variety as ‘One to Watch’, comedy powerhouse Joanne McNally arrives in Leeds with a bag full of ridiculous, hilarious, and irreverent war stories. Expect a brilliant night charting her antics of ruining lives—both men's and her own. 🎭 Leeds Grand Theatre | Provided
2. Nick Mohammed is Mr. Swallow: Show Pony (June 5 & 6)
Star of The Celebrity Traitors, Taskmaster, and Ted Lasso, Nick Mohammed returns to his roots with his critically acclaimed, five-star alter-ego Mr. Swallow. Show Pony promises to be a fast-paced, joyful, and completely unpredictable hour of comedy. 🎭 Leeds Grand Theatre | Local Library
3. Legally Blonde: The Musical (June 9 - 13)
The iconic international Broadway and West End smash-hit musical comedy is back in fashion. This massive, sparkly new production stars Strictly Come Dancing finalist and musical theatre star Amber Davies as the unforgettable Elle Woods. 🎭 Leeds Grand Theatre | Matt Crockett
4. Austentatious (June 14)
An all-star cast descends on Leeds to improvise a brand-new Jane Austen novel on the spot, based entirely on a title suggested by the audience. Performed in full period dress with live musical accompaniment, it’s a riotous, sharp night out. 🎭 Leeds Grand Theatre | Local Library
5. MAMMA MIA! (June 16- 27)
Escape to a sunny Greek island with the world’s most exhilarating smash-hit musical. Packed with ABBA's timeless pop hooks, this globally adored show lands in Leeds for a strictly limited two-week run. 🎭 Leeds Grand Theatre | Brinkhoff-Moegenburg
6. Ellie Kildunne: Game Changer Live (June 6)
One of the absolute standout stars of the Women’s Rugby World Cup and a legendary lynchpin of the victorious Red Roses, Ellie Kildunne takes to the stage to deliver a powerful live tracing of her journey to becoming an elite sportswoman. 🎭 City Varieties Music Hall | Provided