Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir: Finding Hope in Creativity – Music is Medicine

Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Leeds, LS2 7UP

Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir: Finding Hope in Creativity – Music is Medicine

Playhouse Square, Leeds, LS2 7UP

Description

Nearly a million people–and rising–live with dementia in the UK. BAFTA-winning actor Vicky McClure MBE shares the moving story behind Our Dementia Choir and how music is medicine – bringing joy, connection, and a voice to people living with the condition. Joined by Leeds Playhouse’s Dr Nicky Taylor, a pioneer in accessible theatre and an advocate in how the arts can offer hope in life with dementia, this talk culminates in a heartfelt live performance by the documentary-famed choir.

How To Get Your Tickets

1. Book your desired number of tickets and await an email from us confirming your order. This is NOT a ticket.

2. Await your e-ticket(s) from the venue - these will usually be delivered on the day of the event. Your e-ticket(s) will be sent to your contact email address.

3. Take your e-ticket(s) and show them on entry at the event. Ensure that you take personal ID with you or you may be turned away.

Pricing Information

• No further payment applies beyond the TFG booking fee.

Additional Information

• This event is part of the Leeds International Festival of Ideas.

• Doors open 30 mins prior to event.

• All events will be signed and live captioned.

• BSL interpreted performances: A British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter signs from the side of the stage.

• Captioned performances: The full text as it is spoken is displayed on screen behind the stage. Captioned performances are provided by Stagetext.

• For further event information please visit here

Accessibility Information

• Please note: We recommend all access bookings are made directly through the event organiser, however, we are here to assist where possible. Please get in touch with us prior to booking if you have access requirements. For accessibility information please contact: enquiry@leedsinternationalfestival.com.

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Dates & times

Saturday, 18 Oct 2025 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Important information - please read

Nearly a million people–and rising–live with dementia in the UK. BAFTA-winning actor Vicky McClure MBE shares the moving story behind Our Dementia Choir and how music is medicine – bringing joy, connection, and a voice to people living with the condition. Joined by Leeds Playhouse’s Dr Nicky Taylor, a pioneer in accessible theatre and an advocate in how the arts can offer hope in life with dementia, this talk culminates in a heartfelt live performance by the documentary-famed choir.

How To Get Your Tickets

1. Book your desired number of tickets and await an email from us confirming your order. This is NOT a ticket.

2. Await your e-ticket(s) from the venue - these will usually be delivered on the day of the event. Your e-ticket(s) will be sent to your contact email address.

3. Take your e-ticket(s) and show them on entry at the event. Ensure that you take personal ID with you or you may be turned away.

Pricing Information

• No further payment applies beyond the TFG booking fee.

Additional Information

• This event is part of the Leeds International Festival of Ideas.

• Doors open 30 mins prior to event.

• All events will be signed and live captioned.

• BSL interpreted performances: A British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter signs from the side of the stage.

• Captioned performances: The full text as it is spoken is displayed on screen behind the stage. Captioned performances are provided by Stagetext.

• For further event information please visit here

Accessibility Information

• Please note: We recommend all access bookings are made directly through the event organiser, however, we are here to assist where possible. Please get in touch with us prior to booking if you have access requirements. For accessibility information please contact: enquiry@leedsinternationalfestival.com.

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Tickets
You may purchase a maximum of 4 tickets for this event.

Free Ticket

£2.95 Booking fee per person

Location

Leeds Playhouse

Playhouse Square

Quarry Hill

Leeds

LS2 7UP

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