If you’re looking for a night out this (rather short) month, the line-up is varied enough that there’s usually something running on at least one of the stages most nights of the week.
The month starts with a heavy focus on stand-up and spoken word, including some high-profile names you’ll recognise from TV. There are also a few intimate, one-off performances that focus on storytelling and poetry, offering a quieter alternative to the bigger touring shows.
The main event for the month is a new in-house production of a Shakespeare classic. Rather than the usual summer setting, they’ve reimagined this one for winter, making it the flagship show for the next few weeks.
It’s the kind of production designed to be the centrepiece of their February calendar.
Beyond the main stage, the rest of the month is filled with a mix of family-friendly ballet, mystery thrillers, and a new ghost story to finish things off.
We’ve listed the current diary of events at the hallowed Leeds venue so you can see exactly what’s coming up and when - and to book tickets, it’s just one visit to the Playhouse’s box office.
1. Sara Pascoe: I Am A Strange Gloop (February 4)
One of the UK’s most loved comedians returns with a brand new show. Expect a hilarious look at the chaos of family life, from children who refuse to sleep to the never-ending battle of a kitchen that won't clean itself. | Submitted
2. Voices of Resilience (February 5)
An evening dedicated to the power of the written word. This performance features diaries, poetry, and music from Gaza, presented by Comma Press to provide a platform for stories of endurance and reflection. | Comma Press
3. The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins (February 6)
You may know her from Bake-Off, Taskmaster, or her world travels, but stand-up Sue is full of surprises. This show sees her back on stage for an evening of trademark wit and storytelling - but sadly has sold out. | Contributed
4. A Grain of Sand (February 6 and 7)
This intimate one-woman show offers a powerful and unique perspective on conflict. It takes a deep look at the realities of war, framed entirely through the innocent eyes of a child. | Good Chance
5. Sherlock Holmes: The Hunt for Moriarty (February 10-12)
A thrilling and fast-paced adventure based on the legendary work of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Holmes is on the trail of his greatest nemesis in a production that will keep mystery fans on the edge of their seats. | Provided
6. A Midsummer Night’s Dream (February 14-28)
This is the Playhouse's flagship production for the season. Forget the usual summer forest; this is a magical, winter-set reimagining of Shakespeare’s most famous comedy where the world is no longer what it seems. | Leeds Playhouse/Shakespeare’s Globe/Headlong/Bristol Old Vic