A wrestling coach with heads spread proudly under the sign of Glory's Gym
Jamie Smelt in Glory credit Andrew Billington

Showcase 2026

17 May - 17 May 2026

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A day celebrating all the actors, directors and writers from our recent workshops, sharing their collaborative works.

For the third year running, Red Ladder has opened our doors to writers, directors and actors in our free courses.  This year we expanded the courses’ reach:  adding Intermediate writers sessions and giving actors more focussed time.  The actors and directors did beautiful work with masks, while the writers found worlds of feeling to explore inspired by wildlife – both the animal and human kinds.

All four courses have come together for these three shows:  the directors and actors bringing the writers’ short pieces to vivid, inventive life:  new writing at its best.

You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll have a good time.  Come celebrate these artists’ work with us.

Come to one, two or all three sessions on Sunday 17th May at Leeds Conservatoire. You will need to book for each session you wish to attend.
Content warning: strong language, references to sex, and racism.
Age guidance: 14+
Cheryl in the middle of a group of actors, writers and directors on a lit stage
Showcase 2025 credit Jack Riley