Curve is one of the UK’s leading regional theatres which regularly puts on award-winning and West End productions.

It sits right at the heart of the quarter on Orton Square, named for the iconoclastic 60s playwright Joe Orton, who lived in the city. Just a stone’s throw away, Phoenix independent cinema is a four-screen haven for film lovers, showing the latest Hollywood blockbusters alongside carefully curated seasons and festivals featuring film classics and the very best of world and independent cinema.

As you would expect from a creative haven, there are plenty of places to hear great live music. The Soundhouse and The Shed are your go-to spots for the hottest local acts and touring gems. If you’re after soulful sounds, Brick and Beam bar boasts incredible live jazz artists and DJs. LCB Depot has regular live music regular events and showcases. Athena have recently started branching out from their regular events and conferences into live music, and there’s no better way to watch the hottest act than at this converted Art Deco cinema.

Country and western comes to Orton Square with new venue Baton Rouge and you can catch intimate shows at The Real Ale Classroom and The Exchange. Just a short walk from the Cultural Quarter is The Musician, offering blues, roots, and Americana from top touring artists and local musicians.

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LCB Depot

LCB Depot is a creative hub in Leicester's Cultural Quarter.
The Exchange Bar

One of Leicester’s most iconic sights, modelled on New York’s Flatiron building, welcome to the Exchange Bar.
The Shed

The Shed first opened its doors in 1994 and is a core part of Leicester’s thriving music scene. The venue was extensively refurbished in 2017 and now has a lot more to offer on top of the great live music line up.
Brick & Beam

Brick & Beam is one of Leicester’s most distinctive rooftop terrace.
Curve Theatre

Curve Theatre Leicester. The home of Leicester Musicals, Stage Performances, Dance, Comedy and Theatre. Book your Curve Theatre tickets for an unmissable experience!
Phoenix

Phoenix is Leicester’s centre for independent cinema, art and digital culture. Films and art deserve to be experienced somewhere special – which is why the whole Phoenix team works hard to make Phoenix a place where everyone can feel welcome and…
The Real Ale Classroom

The Real Ale Classroom is a friendly, cosy micropub specialising in real ale straight from the cask.
Athena

Athena, a multi-discipline events venue, plays host to many of the UK's leading awards ceremonies, gala dinners and conferences.
The Soundhouse Leicester

The Soundhouse is an established independent live music venue located in St George’s Cultural Quarter of Leicester.