Arts & Culture

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...
Get Ready for an Unforgettable Weekend: Northern Pride 2023 Brings Together Pop Stars, X-Factor Favorites, and West End Performers
This year's Northern Pride will bring together a combination of pop royalty, X-Factor performers, and West End stars. Taking place on Newcastle's Town Moor from July 22nd to 23rd, the event has just announced additional names for its lineup. Leading the Saturday event will be Louisa Johnson, the winner of...
From Tyneside to Thames: A Journey of Art and Exploration
An esteemed artist and skilled lifeboat skipper from Tyneside are set to embark on a journey following the footsteps of renowned figures in the modern art world. Their destination? A highly sought-after residency at a prestigious hotel in London. Mark Taylor, a 43-year-old resident of North Shields, triumphed over the global...
Simon Hitchens Unveils his Vision for The Elizabeth Landmark: An Extraordinary Tribute to the Late Queen
Simon Hitchens, the artist responsible for designing a grand monument in Northumberland as a lasting tribute to the late Queen's reign, unveils his aspirations for the project in an upcoming short film. In his first interview, since planning permission was granted 18 months ago for a 55m public sculpture to...
From Eating Disorder to Food Tour Guide: Alison Beveridge's Inspiring Journey
Alison Beveridge, a 32-year-old actor and food tour guide based in North East England, is passionate about culinary delights but has been battling an eating disorder. She recently wrote her debut novel, "Me, Myself, and Ed," drawing on her personal experiences with anorexia nervosa to help others cope with the...
Disabled-Led Symphonic Unity: An Inclusive Performance to Remember at Sage Gateshead
The Royal Northern Sinfonia and Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra are coming together to present a musical event like no other on March 3rd at Sage Gateshead. The performance features an inclusive ensemble of disabled and non-disabled musicians, and will showcase a newly commissioned piece by award-winning composer Kate Whitley. The event will...
Alphabetti Theatre Awarded Fringe Theatre of the Year at The Stage Awards 2023
Newcastle’s Alphabetti Theatre has been awarded Fringe Theatre of the Year at The Stage Awards 2023, in association with Tysers Insurance Brokers. The annual awards celebrate excellence in British theatre and this year’s shortlist features theatres and organisations across the UK. The Fringe Theatre of the Year category, sponsored by...
From Zambia to Newcastle: The Story of Kema Kay's Shine
The story of a young man’s difficult upbringing on the streets of Tyneside after leaving his home in Zambia is currently being developed into a contemporary TV musical drama. Kema Kay’s production of “Shine” received rave reviews when it played at Newcastle’s Live Theatre and subsequently earned him an award...
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,...
Northumbrian Teacher Finds Literary Success After Retirement
Northumbrian teacher, Jane Ions, has found literary success by picking up her pen after retirement. Jane’s series of humorous novels are winning an enthusiastic following and literary acclaim, and she’s heading home to speak about her writing at the Morpeth Book Festival on 31st March. After university, Jane returned home to...

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