Featured Events in Bennett in June, 2025 (August Updated)

Welcome to in-person, open play for improvisers, on the second Wednesday of each month in Headingley Leeds (West Yorkshire). With themed sessions and fun short-form games, we’ll explore and bring-to-life the principles and practice of improvisation. This friendly, drop-in event is for improvisers of comedy and drama, keen to get more regular practice by performing, and playing games and scenes. This event is for you, if you’re curious to: Gain more improv experience and learn.Meet fellow improvisers and socialise.Have fun and a jolly good time.I made this for people like us - hello! I’m Chris Kenworthy- an enthusiastic and curious improviser (and professional coach and facilitator). I travel the UK and Europe exploring improv retreats, workshops and intensives, then offer my discoveries to the group for everyone to play with. I’ve trained with The Maydays, Maria Peters, Jennifer Jordan and Chris Mead. I’m keen to build a more connected improv scene here in Leeds. I’d also like to deepen my improv by playing with a consistent group of friendly improvisers. I’m still learning too! This is informal play and practice for all. All levels of improv are welcome at the Co-Lab Amongst us are curious beginners, ex-drama students, amateur and professional actors, nerdy improv enthusiasts, plus lapsed and experienced performing improvisers. You’ll get the most out of this if you’re curious, open-hearted and courageous - ready to jump in and play (that’s improv!). Every game is optional and you’ll be supported and encouraged throughout; though we do expect a level of basic adult robustness. That means I trust you to track yourself, your limits and general wellbeing. While Leeds Improv Co-Lab isn’t a formal class or taught lesson, you’ll be in safe hands because I’ll host and facilitate/lead the session. I’ll make sure we’re welcomed, warmed up, and that everyone plays fairly and on-time. Please send me a message if you feel unsure about any of this (use the ‘Contact host’ button below). What to expect Here’s what a typical 90-minute session looks like: Welcome and theme introduction.Check-in and agreements.Gentle warm-up.Play improv games and scenes! (+ Comfort break).Check-out and close.In previous sessions we’ve played with themes likeconnection with other improvisers, using your body in improv, sharing your truth, bringing fire/water/earth/air energy into improv.I also invite guest teachers to host special one-off sessions. Your ticket covers ongoing running costs like hiring a room, marketing and admin fees. Concession tickets are available if you can’t afford to come - just message me using the link below. Pay-what-you-can tickets are available on Humanitix. Information Source: Chris Kenworthy | eventbrite

Design Mechanical - Fransen Pittman Clay Shoot Outing Join us for a day of fun and friendly competition at the Kiowa Creek Sporting Club! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-time shooter, this event is perfect for all skill levels. Test your aim, enjoy the beautiful outdoors, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to showcase your shooting skills and win fantastic prizes. Mark your calendars and get ready for a day of thrilling clay shooting! Information Source: Design Mechanical | eventbrite

Harvard Author Series: Jane Merrill at The Charles Hotel 📅 Wednesday, June 25 🕡 6:30 PM 📍 One Reason Garden Bar, The Charles Hotel Free and open to the public. Space is limited, so come early to grab a seat! Drinks available at Garden Bar and food by KURED! Join us for the next installment of our ongoing Harvard Author Series, featuring acclaimed writer Jane Merrill. Taking place outdoors at One Reason Garden Bar, this evening event will explore the vibrant, pre-digital world of freelance writing through the lens of Jane’s numerous books! Jane is the author or co-author of over a dozen books covering everything from fashion history and political exile to hidden chapters of American life. She’ll share brief readings and behind-the-scenes insights from several of her titles, including: Sex and the Scientist: The Indecent Life of Benjamin Thompson, Count RumfordThe Late Years of Benedict Arnold: Fugitive, Smuggler, Mercenary, 1780–1801Aaron Burr in Exile: A Pariah in Paris, 1810–1811Additional favorites she may reference include The Showgirl Costume: An Illustrated History, I Love Those Earrings: A Popular History from Ancient to Modern, The Hidden History of Cambridge and Harvard, and her upcoming 2025 release The Turban: A History from East to West. Expect stories that weave together personalities, cultures, and eras—ranging from wedding night rituals to beaded adornments, from public scandals to long-forgotten exiles. A few fun facts: Jane was the first woman to publish a fictional story in Penthouse magazine (a copy reportedly lost in her boathouse) and once received a tongue-in-cheek Pulitzer from her friend Gay Talese. About the Author | Jane Merrill Jane Merrill began her writing career in New York City during its golden age of magazine publishing and freelancing. She now resides in Mid-Coast Maine. With degrees from Wellesley, Harvard, and Columbia, and experience teaching internationally and leading the Cambridge Public Library’s North Branch, Jane brings deep research and storytelling flair to every book she writes. Her work spans a wide range of historical and cultural subjects, always with a focus on illuminating overlooked stories and characters. Information Source: The Charles Hotel | eventbrite