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Built in 1865 above the White Swan public house in Swan Street Leeds. Most...
Built in 1865 above the White Swan public house in Swan Street Leeds. Most famous for hosting BBC's The Good Old Days for 30 years. The City Varieties Music Hall has a varied programme of Comedy, Music, Variety, Family shows and Pantomime
Great acts, bands, shows on all the time, staffed mostly by volunteers who are lovely people Love going here, wish I could do more often than once a month but it is always a joy
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53 reviews
11 attraction reviews
37 helpful votes
Great acts, bands, shows on all the time, staffed mostly by volunteers who are lovely people Love going here, wish I could do more often than once a month but it is always a joy
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97 reviews
24 attraction reviews
48 helpful votes
We went on a Heritage open day and went backstage and then onto the stage. We then saw the boxes and also were allowed to operate the spotlights from the control room up in the gods. A 20 minute show was also provided by a typical music hall juggler/comedian. Fascinating visit.
Thank Kevin C
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My Mum is 85 years old and last night attended a performance on her own. Being familiar with the location of City Varieties I drove her into Leeds and walked her to the theatre. I wanted to make sure I was waiting for her when the performance finished so I asked a very polite and helpful young man in the...
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338 reviews
153 attraction reviews
89 helpful votes
Been here for quite a few performances and most recently Jason Manford. I much prefer here to the Town Hall and the Grand Theatre, as it is less cramped and hot (although not immune). It is a pretty venue and performers say they love performing here
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52 reviews
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9 helpful votes
I've been to a few gigs here over the years and I adore this venue. It's beautiful and steeped in history and the sound quality for bands is excellent.
Thank Jodie N
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11 helpful votes
We were very impressed with both Samantha & the venue. The view of the stage & the sound were very good & Samantha had the most beautiful voice. The facilities were easily accessible & very clean.
Thank Claire S
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Lovely place, beautifully restored and definitely worth a visit! Staff clearly took pride in the music hall and were very friendly and helpful. Spotless but mini moan would be they were hoovering during the performance which we could hear through the doors...... would certainly visit again though.
Thank Nicky B
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84 reviews
33 attraction reviews
56 helpful votes
Whether you love variety theatre or not, Leeds City Varieties is a wonderful part of our national heritage and at least one visit in a lifetime is a must. Beautifully restored to its original glory, this is a near perfect example of a 19th century music hall and wherever you choose to sit you cannot fail to feel immersed in...
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Thank Colin M
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70 reviews
16 attraction reviews
42 helpful votes
Saw a burlesque show here. Whilst the show wasn't amazing, the city varieties was. A fabulous beautifully maintained small theatre with stunning decor. Like stepping back in time. The staff are a delight and really care about visitors and the theatre. A nice big bar meant getting interval drinks relatively quickly with good service. Highly recommend visiting to experience the...
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Have been to this venue a number of times and it has a wonderful atmosphere. Looking forward to going again on 25th June 2016 for One Night Only with Rocking With Merrill Osmond and the Black Bear Band.
Thank Marie A
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