Arts & Culture

The People's Kitchen Fully Operational Post-Covid
 A vital part of Newcastle’s social infrastructure is fully operational again following COVID with its facilities and services bigger and better than ever.  The People’s Kitchen supports hundreds of “friends” across the city every day. Volunteers have supported vulnerable people in Newcastle for more than 35 years serving up to...
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...
Influencial Graphic Designer's Legacy Recognised with Northumbria Scholarships
Aspiring Graphic Design students at Northumbria University will have the opportunity to enhance their learning experience, through the new Vaughan Oliver Scholarships, launching in September 2021. Vaughan Oliver was one of the most influential British Graphic Designers and Art Directors of his generation. Graduating from Northumbria University, then known as Newcastle...
Marisam Events: Revolutionizing the Live Music Industry in the North East with Female Leadership
Marisam Events, led by Maria Winter and Sam Harris, is an events company driven by female leadership, dedicated to revolutionizing the live music industry in the North East, one event at a time. Founded by two former music graduates from Newcastle University, Marisam Events has a clear mission: to provide...
Gosforth Civic Theatre: Grand Reopening Delights with £2.4m Investment and Diverse Events!
After receiving a significant £2.4m investment and undergoing an eight-month anticipation, a cherished cultural venue is preparing to reopen its doors, offering a delightful array of events and activities during the August Bank Holiday weekend. Gosforth Civic Theatre (GCT), which first opened its doors in 2016 in a former council...
Magical December Delight: 'Sleeping Beauty' Pantomime in Dunston, Gateshead
This December, the classic pantomime "Sleeping Beauty" is set to enchant audiences in Dunston, Gateshead. The delightful performance will take place at Dunston Community Centre, presented in collaboration with Beverley Artistes Agency. ‘Sleeping Beauty is coming to Dunston Community Centre, oh yes it is! Join us on Tuesday 5th December...
Uncanny: I Know What I Saw - Danny Robins Unveils Supernatural Wonders in Newcastle
The preeminent live paranormal tour in the UK, "Uncanny: I Know What I Saw," is set to grace the Newcastle Theatre Royal for a single night on Saturday, 6th July 2024. This special event will mark the debut of the tour's creator, Danny Robins, at his hometown theatre. The Newcastle-born...
Almost £6,000 raised in ‘Walk for Wag Anywhere’ Fundraiser
People from across the region pulled on their walking boots and set off on a walk with their four-legged friends, raising nearly £6,000 for a North East friendship dog charity. Wag and Company, which works to combat loneliness for older dog lovers, has been hit hard by pandemic restrictions that...
Newcastle's Literary Delight: 'The Miss Clara Vale Mysteries' Unveiled by Fiona Veitch Smith
Book lovers, history aficionados, and fans of crime fiction have a delightful treat in store as Newcastle-based author Fiona Veitch Smith unveils her latest historical crime series, "The Miss Clara Vale Mysteries." The free event takes place at Newcastle City Library on Thursday, November 2, 2023, from 5:30pm to 6:30...
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...

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