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

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June 17, 2025

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

From hip-hop legend Chuck D to bestselling author Caitlin Moran, comedy icon David Baddiel, beloved broadcaster Victoria Derbyshire, and drama mastermind Sally Wainwright OBE, LIFI25 brings together the big names and even bigger ideas that define our times.

This year’s line-up tackles everything from religion and politics to masculinity, motherhood, sport, and the stories we tell – featuring Vicky McClure MBE, Fara Williams MBE, Myleene Klass MBE, William Hanson, Tamsin Greig, and more.

Priority tickets go on sale via the LIFI newsletter on Wednesday 19 June at 1PM, with general sale opening Monday 24 June at 1PM.

Want first dibs? Sign up by 11AM on 19 June at leedsintfest.com to unlock early access and explore the full programme.

This is the most urgent and exciting LIFI yet and you won’t want to miss a moment.

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LIFITV: I Predict a Riot – Backstage Reflections

For the latest episode of LIFITV, we caught up with Sally, Tamsin and Gaynor moments after their main stage discussion I Predict a Riot

9 December, 2025 Interview

Ahead of the Mic — Chuck D & Nihal on Hip-Hop’s Power

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Chuck D and Nihal Arthanayake just before their headline discussion “How Hip-Hop Changed the World” at LIFI25

1 December, 2025 Interview

Lights, Camera… Backstage Chaos: Introducing LIFITV

As LIFI26 takes shape, we launch LIFITV — an eight-episode backstage series featuring Sally Wainwright, Chuck D, William Hanson, David Baddiel and more.