What’s On
Autumn 2026
Exhibition Launch: Jemisha Maadhavji
Thursday 8 October, 5pm – 7pm, Free for all
Join us to launch our upcoming exhibition ‘Jemisha Maadhavji: I Dream From Where You Are’.
A new major solo exhibition by acclaimed portrait artist Jemisha Maadhavji, this show explores portraiture and identity, reflecting upon the artist’s concept of luxury as a deep connection to nature.
Featured events
Every Saturday during exhibitions, 1pm - 3pm
Your opportunity to get creative, explore art hands-on, and take inspiration from our latest exhibitions to create your own work. Open to everyone, each session is supported by our friendly Learning Team.
Wednesday 16 September, 1pm - 2pm
Each lunchtime session is a chance to slow down, settle in and experience an album as a whole, without interruptions or distractions. You can suggest an album you’d love to hear, or simply book a place and enjoy something chosen by someone else.
Saturday 10 October, 7pm - 8pm
An enjoyable and educational cultural dance show case which tells Nritya, story telling expressions, and Nritta, technical dance pieces, suitable for all ages.
Recent news
27th August 2026
Highfields Community Centre and Attenborough Arts Centre have collaborated on ‘Step into the Spotlight’, a new film and performance programme that engaged local communities from Highfields with their local arts...
25th August 2026
Here at Attenborough Arts, we love life drawing, and so do many of our creative learners. It’s an important form of drawing, training your eye to translate three-dimensional forms onto...
13th August 2026
We are taking part in Kids Aloud, a campaign to encourage family-friendly visits and curious minds! Art Fund’s Kids Aloud initiative makes it easy to find family-friendly events and activities...
Art for all
Based at the University of Leicester, Attenborough Arts Centre runs a range of arts and culture initiatives for our students and delivers the institution’s public programmes together with a range of partners, collectively engaging over 250,000 people annually.
Upcoming events
Events
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Soundbites Lunchtime Concert
July 28 @ 12:15 - October 27 @ 13:15 -
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Art History: Art, Revolution and the Making Of Cities
September 9 @ 10:30 - October 28 @ 12:00£7.50 – £10
