The latest news from our staff, students and alumni.
Taking place from 6 to 18 July at Leeds Conservatoire, the one-of-a-kind festival will showcase over 40 different theatrical productions. The programme includes original theatre, new musicals, play readings, scratch performances, comedy, dance works and commissioned productions.
Find out more about 'Leeds Theatre Festival Returns for 2026'
Comedian, impressionist and classical pianist Alistair McGowan will host an afternoon of music and conversation with Ellis Arey, who is currently studying on the MA Music (Classical) programme.
Find out more about 'Ellis Arey Joins Alistair McGowan for Special Piano Event'
Leeds Conservatoire students, and soon-to-be graduates, are set to perform and complete work placements at Deer Shed Festival as part of a new partnership.
Find out more about 'Leeds Conservatoire Partners with Deer Shed Festival'
The focus of the conservatoire’s new Access and Participation Plan is to continue the work started in its previous plan to support access to its provision, continuation, and degree outcomes for students from several disadvantaged and underrepresented backgrounds.
Find out more about 'Office for Students Approves New Access and Participation Plan'
Yorkshire Universities, of which Leeds Conservatoire is a member, has published a statement on International Higher Education and its significance across Yorkshire and the Humber.
Find out more about 'International Higher Education: A Statement by Yorkshire Universities'
UK Music, the collective voice of the UK music industry, emphasises the conservatoire's continued creative impact in the Yorkshire area.
Find out more about 'Leeds Conservatoire Courses Highlighted in New UK Music Report'
