Lily Dawson-Punshon, from Birtley, is about to complete her Extended Diploma in Photography and has been named as the first ever recipient of Sony’s Alpha Female Award.
Sony’s World Photography Awards has been one of the biggest and most prestigious annual competitions for photographers across the world since it was...
Fenham's most famous magician, Chris Cross, is putting on a Zoom show for people stuck at home
In January and February this year, Chris was in Dubai, performing his Magic & Escapology show at the World's largest shopping mall, but since he got home to the North-East, even he couldn't...
Bobby, hailed as the Godfather of North East comedy was born and has resided in Gateshead his entire life.
His comedic talents have taken him across the globe, where he has shared stages with renowned figures in the entertainment industry. In addition to his success in showbiz, Bobby has demonstrated...
Organisers of a free teen festival say they’re desperate to do it all again after more than 200 gathered for an Easter weekend of learning and inspiration.
The Kingswood Residential Centre at Dukeshouse Wood in Hexham was one of six venues across the UK that played host to the Loud...
The new Chair of an Amble based theatre company has had a baptism of fire thanks to a combination of COVID restrictions and the devastating effects of Storm Arwen.
However, her wealth of experience in business and the arts is already having positive results and the company is looking forward...
Later this month, Newcastle fans of Nell Bryden will have the chance to enjoy an intimate gig from the singer-songwriter.
The New-York-born, London-based musician is embarking on a UK tour to support her new EP Soundtrack to Little Wing (Part 1), as well as her recently released album Living Room...
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...
Now, we all know that YouTube is intended for videos about cute kittens and how to actually cook a good omelette that doesn't cause your guests to laugh at you and call you Mr Soggy Omelette forever after, but there are even better videos on offer, namely ones about...
Enjoy a grand gathering of musical talent performing in the Gateshead Railway Quarter. Sunday 10th December 3-5 pm get into the Christmas spirit with festive music as you wander from bar to bar.
Bringing the seasonal cheer are the Gateshead Community Choir, the Altotudes, Bee Enchanted, the Songbirds and many...
Following a time of closure during the Covid-19 lockdown, English Heritage has opened up its sites along Hadrian’s Wall.
The charity which manages 20 properties along the Wall from museums, mile castles and a castle closed all its staffed sites in March. These are now being slowly re-opened.
New measures...
