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Four men in smart suits with red ties and pocket squares. They are supposed to all be looking at something in sky for this shot, but one of them is looking at the camera.
The Opera Boys – a group of classically trained singers, whose repertoire extends from opera to West End show songs to pop – are to perform at the Customs House, South Shields, on April 2nd. Different Opera Boys have appeared in West End and Broadway musicals like Phantom of the...
Interior of Wildflower cafe. Brightly painted, reclaimed furniture and a small bar next to a blackboard menu.
A new vegan café, which aims to be a creative hub for Newcastle’s artistic community, has opened on Westgate Road. Wildflower, set up by artist Jessica Salmon and chef Asher Turnbull, specialises in “affordable, seasonal plant-based food”. Dishes on offer include vegan chorizo, bean pasties, and vegan cakes and toasties,...
Newcastle's "My Dehli" Named Nation's Best Street Food Restaurant
My Delhi, an Indian street food restaurant in Newcastle, has been crowned the nation's Best Indian Street Food Restaurant of the Year at the English Curry Awards. The city centre restaurant fought off stiff competition from 9 prestigious eateries around the country. My Delhi offers curry connoisseurs a unique dining experience...
Larry Elder's new documentary on African Americans and politics is a runaway success The IMDb reviews are rolling in: close to 1,000 at the time of writing, with a 9.8/10 average rating. Released on June 19th, you can buy the documentary from their website for $19.00, which is roughly £16. Split...
It might be St Valentines Day, but if you're like me and can't be bothered with all the pretentious fakery just take your lad or lass to get a behemoth burger. Trust me, nothing says I love you more than a gob full of cheesy, greasy meaty goodness. These burgers will give your partner heart-flutters or a heart attack. Just make sure you have an ambulance on standby.
A brand new 2-day festival held inside Newcastle Castle  The medieval castle at the heart of the city will host two nights of live music from some of the most talented musical acts from the North-East. The event will take place between Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th September.    The evenings will...
Clive John performing as Johnny Cash, dressed in black with the head of his guitar thrust forward.
The Johnny Cash Roadshow – a spectacular tribute to the Man in Black – is coming to the North East next week. The Johnny Cash Roadshow will play Consett’s Empire Theatre on February 9th and the Customs House, South Shields, on February 12th. Aiming to be a “a concert crossed...
The Magical Music of Harry Potter, Live in Concert
A one-of-a-kind film and music experience: The Magical Music of Harry Potter - Live in Concert, now with a Weasley - Chris Rankin! The concert features the best music from the films with the London Symphonic & Philharmonic Film Orchestra. The Harry Potter films are some of the most successful in the history...
photo courtesy of Paul Robertson, from Flickr Creative Commons
Tonight Newcastle’s shoppers have the chance to enjoy an evening of Christmas fun at Newcastle’s oldest retail destination, Grainger Market. As well as browsing stalls selling a range of Christmas goods, visitors can experience music, dancing, a bar, street food, tasters, art, and special classes and activities. Discounts will be...
RMHC Fundraiser
McDonald’s has celebrated 30 years of fundraising for Ronald McDonald House Charities UK by throwing birthday parties in their restaurants throughout the UK. McDonald’s is the biggest supporter of the charity – contributing an estimated £100 million over the last 30 years, via its collection boxes and fundraising efforts of...

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