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Sir Terry Farrell's Autobiography Launches "RIBA's Lives In Architecture" Series
Sir Terry Farrell, one of Britain’s most influential architects of the twenty-first century, offers a full, personal account of his life in architecture in his brand new, self-titled autobiography. The first in a series of autobiographical titles soon to come from RIBA, this foremost and hugely anticipated installation takes the...
A leading Tyneside marine artist and lifeboat hero has seen off competition from artists across the world to earn a place at a major London exhibition. Mark Taylor, 43, from North Shields, divides his time between painting the North East coastline and answering distress calls from those in peril at...
A new folk song - telling the story of these times – has been created using traditional North East words and sayings. Hadaway Ga’an Canny is one of a trio of songs, commissioned by The Word, National Centre for the Written Word, at South Shields and written and recorded by...
Praise For The First Master Of Music Therapy Graduates At Nordoff Robbins Centre
The first students to graduate from a North East music therapy centre have received a special message from the superstar who launched them on their journey. The 10-strong group successfully completed the two-year Master of Music Therapy programme at the Nordoff Robbins centre, Jesmond, Newcastle - officially opened by music...
The Top Dog Film Festival tour is bringing a brand-new collection of uplifting dog-themed films to the UK this December and January, in its first-ever virtual edition. The Top Dog Film Festival features a selection of short films that celebrate the unbreakable bond between dogs and humans. From hard-working sheepdogs...
Based in Gateshead, artist Jane Morgan created JEM illustrations in 2017 to capture the personalities of our nation’s beloved animals in a unique and creative way. From the tip of her brush, delivered straight to your door, Jane paints everything from horses to hamsters and detailed wildlife studies. Her beautiful use...
Julie Miles: Shaping the Voices of Tomorrow with Vocal Ovation's Global Reach
Julie Miles, the esteemed vocal coach and creator of Vocal Ovation in Northumberland, has reached a notable landmark in her pursuit of vocal mastery. Having over 20 of her students participate in major TV talent competitions in both the UK and USA, Julie cements her status as a key influencer...
Northumberland National Park Authority Helping The Elderly To Get Creative Remotely
Northumberland National Park Authority has partnered with Gateshead Council’s Art Diamonds project to help people of retirement age get creative and connect with nature. Art Diamonds is a programme of creative activities and events for people of retirement age led by Gateshead Council’s Libraries Arts & Heritage Service. The project...
Tiny Fragments of Beautiful Light
Tiny Fragments of Beautiful Light at Alphabetti Theatre is an immersive, interactive exploration of one woman’s journey of self-discovery. From 31st January – 18th February, this funny, joyful play is a celebration of our individuality and the joy and freedom that comes when we live as we truly are,...
Ocean Film Festival World Tour sets sail for the UK! Virtual edition – October & November 2020 The Ocean Film Festival World Tour is bringing a brand-new collection of mesmerising ocean-themed films to UK shores this October and November, in its first-ever virtual edition! The online film evenings involve a...

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