People have been absolutely blown away by an incredible opening that kickstarted the city's year of culture celebrations.
The Awakening, the first event of "an unforgettable year", took place at Headingley Stadium today, January 7. Doors opened at 3.30pm and visitors were treated to live music, poetry, dance, comedy and more.
The event, hosted by hosted by Gabby Logan and Sanchez Payne, featured artists such as Corinne Bailey Rae, Simon Armitage and LYR, The Orchestra and Chorus of Opera North, Graft, Inder Goldfinger, Testament, Hope and Social, Jamie Jones-Buchanan, Denmarc Creary, George Webster and many more. It also featured a giant in the sky.
