Duke Special
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Duke Special is scheduled to present an exclusive performance at the International Arts Centre in Leicester on October 20, 2026. The concert will draw inspiration from the works of Michael Longley, a renowned poet from Belfast whose writings are celebrated for their gentle honesty and playful wit. This unique event promises to blend music with poetry, providing audience members with a profound artistic and emotional experience. For further information on ticket prices, visitors should check the venue’s official website.
Duke Special will perform songs and music directly inspired by the poetry of Michael Longley, drawing on the Belfast writer’s themes of gentleness, honesty, mischief and love. The set will feature a mix of original compositions and reinterpretations, weaving Longley’s imagery—artists, animals, flowers, friends and forgotten soldiers—into a musical performance.
The performance takes place at the International Arts Centre in Leicester on 20 October 2026. Tickets cost £27.50.
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Frequently asked questions
Duke Special takes place on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
Duke Special is held at International Arts Centre in Leicester (Garden Street, Leicester, LE1 3UA).
Tickets for Duke Special are priced at £27.50. Live prices and availability are shown on visitleicester.info.
The forecast for Duke Special is Heavy drizzle · high 12°C, low 10°. Rain likely — worth a coat for the walk in.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of International Arts Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Duke Special can be booked via visitleicester.info using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
Duke Special is scheduled to present an exclusive performance at the International Arts Centre in Leicester on October 20, 2026. The concert will draw inspiration from the works of Michael Longley, a renowned poet from Belfast whose writings are celebrated for their gentle honesty and playful wit. This unique event promises to blend music with poetry, providing audience members with a profound artistic and emotional experience. For further information on ticket prices, visitors should check the venue’s official website.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Duke Special will perform songs and music directly inspired by the poetry of Michael Longley, drawing on the Belfast writer’s themes of gentleness, honesty, mischief and love. The set will feature a mix of original compositions and reinterpretations, weaving Longley’s imagery—artists, animals, flowers, friends and forgotten soldiers—into a musical performance.
The performance takes place at the International Arts Centre in Leicester on 20 October 2026. Tickets cost £27.50.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of International Arts Centre. Searching near Garden Street, Leicester, LE1 3UA; check-in Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
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WhereInternational Arts Centre
Garden Street, Leicester, LE1 3UA
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Duke Special?
Duke Special takes place on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
Where is Duke Special taking place?
Duke Special is held at International Arts Centre in Leicester (Garden Street, Leicester, LE1 3UA).
How much are tickets for Duke Special?
Tickets for Duke Special are priced at £27.50. Live prices and availability are shown on visitleicester.info.
What will the weather be like at Duke Special?
The forecast for Duke Special is Heavy drizzle · high 12°C, low 10°. Rain likely — worth a coat for the walk in.
Is there anywhere to stay near Duke Special?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of International Arts Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Duke Special?
Tickets for Duke Special can be booked via visitleicester.info using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Price
£27.50
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Weather
chance of rain 68% · wind up to 16 km/h
Venue
Garden Street, Leicester, LE1 3UA
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