Drama, opera, musicals and dance are at the forefront of this issue – it seems we are all busting to get out and about and be entertained!
This month you can follow the adventures of Shrek and his loyal side-kick Donkey for two fabulous weeks as they attempt to rescue Princess Fiona from her tower, guarded by a love-sick, fire-breathing dragon. This exciting musical will be brought to life by Newcastle's Metropolitan Players, who this year will celebrate 45 years of staging high-quality productions for Newcastle audiences, starring local talent. Read more on page 20, and don't wait too long to buy tickets, as it's bound to be another sellout!
Catapult Choreographic Hub welcomes Jasmin Sheppard to a three-week residency this month. Read more on page 15.
Then later this month, Opera Australia returns to Newcastle with The Barber of Seville. The stage is set for comic chaos and irrepressibly funny characters. Read more on page 17.
