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LADY LESHURR
10 years of The Queen’s Speech Tour
plus guests
Friday 23rd October 2026
Newcastle - Northumbria University SU
Doors 7pm

Lady Leshurr is heading out on tour this autumn to celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Queen’s Speech series with dates all across the UK.
Malesha O'Garro, known as Lady Leshurr, is a rapper and producer whose oft-confrontational rhymes are belied by a buoyant melodicism. The native of Birmingham, England made her recorded debut in the early 2000s, during her early teenage years, with the first of numerous mixtapes -- her primary format -- and has since refined her witty and sometimes high-speed wordplay while drawing from U.K. garage and grime.
After she fended off multiple labels that dangled offers with too many artistic compromises, O'Garro reached a broader audience on her own in 2015, when the one-take video for the fourth episode in her "Queen's Speech" series went viral with plays numbering in the tens of millions. Five "Queen's Speech" tracks were compiled in 2016, the year she signed to major label.

Description

Newcastle University Students' Union stands as a prominent cultural and social anchor within the city, extending its influence far beyond the student body it primarily serves. As a Grade II listed building, its architectural presence, a blend of neo-Jacobean grandeur and modernist extension, contributes significantly to the urban fabric of Newcastle upon Tyne. This independent charity operates as a dynamic hub, facilitating a broad spectrum of activities that engage both the university community and wider public audiences.

Within its walls, a distinct atmosphere prevails, where the scent of freshly brewed coffee from its cafes mingles with the subtle aroma of aged timber in the older sections of the building. The lighting shifts from the bright, functional spaces of its advice centres to the more ambient, adaptable illumination of its performance areas, creating varied environments for study, socialising, and entertainment. This thoughtful design ensures comfort and utility across its diverse offerings.

Practical amenities are well-integrated, including Luther's, the established student bar, alongside various food outlets providing convenient sustenance. The building also features dedicated spaces for student support and administrative functions. Its central location on King's Road ensures ease of access, making it a readily available resource for a wide demographic.

Throughout the year, the Union hosts an extensive programme of events. These range from significant live music performances and club nights in its dedicated venue, to a multitude of society gatherings, volunteering initiatives, and welcome events for new arrivals. It consistently delivers a varied calendar, cementing its reputation as a key destination for cultural engagement and community activity.