5th edition of the Leeds International Festival of Ideas. 14—18 October, 2025.

Events

Features live performance
Sat 18, Oct | 7pm Fireside
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Thu 16, Oct | 7.30pm Panel
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Sat 18, Oct | 7.30pm Panel
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#LIFI25 Speakers:

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Actor
Author, and television personality
Broadcaster
Domestic Abuse Commissioner
Comedian, author, and screenwriter
Broadcaster, musician, and campaigner
Etiquette expert
Actor
Athlete
Former professional footballer

Journal

16 September, 2025 Latest

One Month to Go: Fresh Faces and a New Youth Strand at LIFI25

Discover new speakers, Young LIFI, and the full Leeds Playhouse programme this October.

10 September, 2025 Interview

Conversations from #LIFI25: Stephen Whitehead

The first in our series features Stephen Whitehead, who shares his perspective on "Where have all the good men gone?

27 August, 2025 Insights

From Grief to Domestic Abuse – Why LIFI25 Confronts Taboo Topics

LIFI25 tackles society’s most challenging conversations, from grief and mental health to domestic abuse with bold programming and open dialogue.

5 August, 2025 Insights

How Level Is The Playing Field?

Rich Williams discusses the topic of the festival, How level is the playing field?

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