ISSUE 220 March  2026

Northern Ballet's Gentleman Jack at the Leeds Grand

7 Mar 2026 - 14 Mar 2026

Masters of storytelling Northern Ballet bring to the stage the extraordinary story of Anne Lister – better known as Gentleman Jack. 

A powerful Yorkshire woman, it was only after her death when her secret diaries were decoded that a truly exceptional life was uncovered. Described by some as the "first modern lesbian", Anne lived, dressed and loved as she desired, not as 19th century society expected her to. 

With her words dancing across the page, she vividly chronicled her adventures, heartbreaks and triumphs. Inspiring biographies, novels, a hit TV series and now a ballet, this thrilling production choreographed by Annabelle Lopez Ochoa is performed to new live music. 

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