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17 July, 2025 Insights

How Leeds Playhouse and Our Dementia Choir Are Changing the Story of Dementia

Stories about dementia are everywhere – in film, TV, radio, plays, charity fundraising and news media. Just 20 years ago, people were reluctant to say the ‘d’ word out loud, but this is changing.

How Leeds Playhouse and Our Dementia Choir Are Changing the Story of Dementia
27 June, 2025 Latest

Emily Campbell awarded Leeds Beckett Honorary Doctorate

Team GB weightlifter Emily Campbell is among the list of Honorary Graduates at Leeds Beckett university this year. In 2016 Emily completed a BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science

Emily Campbell awarded Leeds Beckett Honorary Doctorate
17 June, 2025 Latest

The Wait Is Over: LIFI25 Line-Up Revealed + Ticket Info

We’re back – and bolder than ever. LIFI returns this October (14–18 Oct) with a powerhouse programme of conversation, curiosity and culture.

The Wait Is Over: LIFI25 Line-Up Revealed + Ticket Info
5 June, 2025 Latest

Welcome to #LIFI25: introducing our first speakers & dates

We are pleased to reveal the first three speakers for the highly anticipated 2025 programme.

Welcome to #LIFI25: introducing our first speakers & dates
4 June, 2025 Field notes

The power of a good question

By posing questions instead of making statements, we invite you into a space of curiosity, exploration, and shared understanding.

The power of a good question
3 June, 2025 Field notes

Looking back: The moments that defined LIFI

We’ve been reflecting on some of the powerful moments that have shaped the festival so far.

Looking back: The moments that defined LIFI
30 May, 2025 Latest

The festival is coming… here’s how to be first to know

Big news is almost here as we gear up for our most thought-provoking edition.

The festival is coming… here’s how to be first to know
9 May, 2025 Insights

Why festivals of ideas matter more than ever

Coming together to explore big questions, challenge assumptions, and share ideas that have the power to shape society.

Why festivals of ideas matter more than ever