Otley Common Varieties

Following on from the huge success of the first Otley Common Varieties in May, we present a night like no other! Join us for an evening brimming with variety and jaw-dropping talent. Enjoy the legendary Judy Garland reimagined with hits by The Smiths, along with James Lyons, the extraordinary beatbox flautist. You'll be amazed by Harrison Richards, mentalist and mind reader, and swept away by the soulful blues of Sleepy Jake from the Bradford Delta. And to top it off, special guest compère Sapphire McIntosh back from her sell-out Edinburgh show will guide you through this unforgettable fundraising evening for Otley Common. Come along and enjoy!

Come along, laugh loud, and help us shape the future of Otley Common.

Doors from 7pm

Starts 8pm

ACTS INCLUDE:

Tracey Collins plays Judy Garland singing The Smiths in her new outing There Is a Spotlight That Never Goes Out, bringing her award‑winning chaos, musical comedy and razor‑sharp parody to the stage. A cult favourite on the UK cabaret circuit, she’s known for unforgettable characters like Audrey Heartburn, Elvis Lesley, Tina Turner Tea Lady, Shell Suit Cher and Feminem. With wild improvisation, musicality and mischievous spontaneity, Tracey delivers electric, inventive performances that leave audiences buzzing.

James Lyons is a Liverpool‑based multi‑instrumentalist, beatboxer and rapper known for his unique fusion of positive hip‑hop and instrument‑based beatboxing. With over 20 years’ experience as a performer he’s appeared everywhere from UK festivals to CBeebies’ Justin’s House alongside The Dusterlings. His live shows blend looping, improvisation and audience interaction, creating high‑energy, inventive performances that showcase his extraordinary musical agility.

Harrison Richards is a Perceptionist whose mind‑bending demonstrations have stunned audiences nationwide. He’s predicted the future for celebrities on TV, shared direct mind‑to‑mind communication live on radio, and performed his extraordinary brand of mind magic at events across the UK. Blending ancient techniques with cutting‑edge psychology, modern magic and sharp humour, Harrison creates intelligent, impossible experiences that leave audiences questioning what’s real and what’s merely perceived.

Sleepy Jake is a spellbinding country‑blues guitarist and street poet from Bradford. His folk‑punk roots and raw, soulful playing fuse gritty storytelling with mesmerising musicianship. Drawing on life’s hard edges, Jake’s songs pull no punches—delivering truth, rhythm and emotion in equal measure. Whether finger‑picking a haunting melody or growling through a blues refrain, Sleepy Jake captivates audiences with the honesty of a man who’s lived every line he sings.

Compère Sapphire McIntosh is a Leeds‑born comedian, actor and writer whose high‑energy, observational humour blends realism with social insight. A Leicester Comedy Festival winner and Ted Lasso cast member, she’s performed acclaimed shows including Squeaky Bum Time and Best in Class at the Edinburgh Fringe. Her work spans stand‑up, sketch and documentary reporting for Channel 4 News and Vice, showcasing a distinctive Northern voice, sharp wit and fearless approach to life’s tougher truths.

We want everyone to feel welcome at Otley Common. If you have any access requirements or need any support to attend this event, please get in touch with us before the day and we'll do our best to help. Additionally if you wish to sit next to, or group bookings together with friends, let us know and we'll do our best with the seating plan. hello@otleycommon.org