NE1 Get Into Newcastle Issue 144

Get into

Newcastle

A CRACKING EASTER IN NE1

Follow our brilliant bank holiday weekend trail for top tips and inspo on how and where to celebrate Easter in the city!

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SCHOOL HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Diaries at the ready for a fun-filled school holiday schedule in NE1. Get together, go out and enjoy our goings-on.

28 MARCH - 11 APRIL 2018

BATTLE OF THE BURGER

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FRESH FROM THE PRESS SONGS FROM THE BIG CHAIR

@NewcastleNE1

Independent retail is an enduring interest of mine. Sitting alongside the important big-brand nationals, the role played by the independent sector is really significant in making a city feel like the kind of place you want to spend time in - exploring, trying things out and making chance discoveries.

In Newcastle, I love that I can get my morning coffee fix from Camera Coffee on Collingwood St, they know what I want almost before I’ve opened the door! It’s the same at Paradiso, tucked away on Market St, where I know I can order a flavourful carbonara for lunch, whether it’s on the menu that week or not!

And when it comes to clothing, Leaf is the place where I’ll start.

The opening of MotelOne has had a transformational effect on High Bridge.

That’s where you’ll find Op&Tom for eyewear and my all-time favourite (very) small restaurant, Kaltur.

Who’d have guessed an academic at Northumbria Uni would also run a fab tapas place? That’s what’s so great about independent retail. It helps give a city character and encourages just wandering about. Did you know there’s a record store, 586 Records, on the third floor of Commercial Union House on Pilgrim St? You’re unlikely to find it by accident – but I promise you it’s well worth seeking out…

Go explore, there’s still more to discover in Newcastle!

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Get into Newcastle is published by Remember Media Ltd

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EACH ISSUE WE WELCOME YOU TO THE MAGAZINE WITH AN INTRODUCTION FROM A MEMBER OF THE NE1 TEAM, GIVING YOU THEIR UNIQUE TAKE ON WHAT’S GOING ON.

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All contents copyright ©2018 RememberMedia Ltd. All rights reserved. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, no responsibility can be accepted for inaccuracies, howsoever caused. No liability can be accepted for illustrations, photographs, artwork or advertising materials while in transmission or with the publisher or their agents. All information is correct at time of going to print, March 2018.

Adrian Waddell Chief Executive

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28.03.18 - 11.04.18 AROUND THE CITY

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e're back with a fortnight of fun for the people of NE1 and beyond. From school holiday highlights and culture trails to Easter happenings and fabulous foodie events, there's something for everyone to enjoy as we spring into a new season. We're keeping you updated with all the nourishing new menus, inspiring projects and exciting events in the city this spring, as well as guiding you through a cracking Easter weekender as we make the most of another brilliant bank holiday in NE1. We've got bottomless brunches and gin school for those who fancy a tipple, museum mooches and tea parties for family affairs and theatre thrills for those looking for a culture fix. It's set to be another fantastic fortnight of NE1 fun, so grab your diaries and make some plans!

Battle of the Burger 2018

30 MARCH The Battle of the Burger is back! A fabulous foodie journey to a land of burger and beer heaven! Go here for perfect patties, gin, beer and plenty of fun. wylambrewery.co.uk Wylam Brewery

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31 MARCH March on over to St James’ Park to see The Magpies take on Huddersfield Town in a Premier League clash on home turf. Crunch time is drawing near - so make sure you grab your tickets and cheer on the lads! nufc.co.uk SPRING IS

St James' Park

TYNE THEATRE & OPERA HOUSE

Beauty & the Beast Easter Panto HERE!

31 MARCH & 1 APRIL It doesn’t have to be Christmas to spread a bit of panto magic in NE1. Enchanted Entertainment brings an all-encompassing Easter panto to the Tyne Theatre & Opera House this year. Don’t forget to add it to your school holiday to-do list! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk SCHOOL

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Magic School

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10 APRIL Master magnificent tricks and mysterious illusions at the Discovery Museum this April. This inspiring magician workshop will have you wowing friends and family with your special A day of skills in no time. discoverymuseum.org.uk

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6 - 8 APRIL Power up your passion for cars this April as Fast & Furious comes to the Metro Radio Arena. This thrilling live show will take fans back to the best movie moments and awe-inspiring stunts. An adrenaline-fuelled two hour show! metroradioarena.co.uk

NE1 GEORDIE JACKPOT

YOU COULD BE OUR £25K JACKPOT WINNER! DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP TO THE GEORDIE JACKPOT TO WIN AMAZING PRIZES AND SEE OUR SENSATIONAL CITY GROW! You could be in with the chance of winning the £25k JACKPOT, the weekly £1k payout and many more money-can't-buy experiences! Fancy your chances? Buy your tickets online for just £1 for the chance to win BIG! geordiejackpot.co.uk

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THEATRE ROYAL

The Jungle Book 27 - 31 MARCH Enchanting animals come to life in a fresh new adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s tale at the Theatre Royal this March. Journey with Mowgli, Baloo, Bagheera and Kaa! theatreroyal.co.uk

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4 APRIL Make Easter holiday plans with our friends at Seven Stories! Go on a creative journey with playwright and performance poet, Joseph Coelho and illustrator, Fiona Lumbers as they bring their new picture book, Luna Loves Library Day to life! sevenstories.org.uk

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THROUGHOUT SPRING & SUMMER Our city’s pop-up beach is back! And we can’t think of a better place to sit back, relax and soak up the spring sunshine this Easter. Grab a deck chair and take yourself on a trip to the Costa del Tyne! getintonewcastle.co.uk

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7 APRIL Bottoms up to a brilliant night of beer and Bavarian fun at Bier Keller! Go here for feel-good tunes, endless dancing and a party vibe like nowhere else in the city. Grab your pals and get your oomp on! steinbierkeller.com

CROWNE PLAZA NEWCASTLE

Peter Rabbit tea party

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7 APRIL Treat yourself to sweet stuff at the Crowne Plaza’s Peter Rabbit Tea Party. A sumptuous day out packed with music, party games and afternoon tea delights. A great Easter experience for the whole family to enjoy! ihg.com/crowneplaza

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NEVER A DULL MOMENT NE IN

NEW IN NE1

Word on the street THE BOTANIST’S SPRING BITES

Some seasonal specials have sprung onto the menu at The Botanist and we can’t wait to tuck in! The vibrant new menu boasts an array of nourishing nibbles, deli boards, cheesy favourites, flatbreads, salads and sweet specials. The new deli board (£11.50) makes for the perfect sharing platter over botanical cocktails - packed with hot pots, meats, fish, cheeses and bread. We’ve also got our eyes on the new camembert baked in garlic and rosemary sourdough (£12.95) and the hummus charcoal flatbread (£8.50).

The menu offers even more non-gluten, dairy-free and vegan options as well as delicious new desserts including homemade banana doughnuts (£5.75). Book a table and check out The Botanist’s beautiful new spring menu! thebotanist.uk.com

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CAMEMBERT BAKED IN GARLIC AND ROSEMARY SOURDOUGH

HATS OFF TO TYNESIDE CINEMA

INDIAN BUSINESS DELEGATION

We’re celebrating the achievements of one of our favourite city centre hangouts this season!

Our iconic, 80-year-old Tyneside Cinema has won a prestigious Royal Television Society North East and Border Centre award! The historical, boutique cinema received The Centre Award for an outstanding contribution to the film and television industry in the last 12 months, in recognition of their success in supporting and developing the next generation of filmmakers in the region. tynesidecinema.co.uk

In partnership with Invest Newcastle, NE1 hosted 15 high ranking, IT business delegates from Chandigarh, India on a two day visit to Newcastle. The aim of the trip was to encourage greater investment, trade and export between Newcastle, the North East and India, providing information and advice to Indian delegates about the potential for setting up business in the region and the support available for trade and exports. newcastlene1ltd.com

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NEW IN NE1

MMM… AND GLUG…

We’ve found the best place to buy craft beer in the region, and it’s in NE1! mmm… and glug… on Grainger Street came out on top for the North East and Cumbria in the RateBeer.com awards. This craft beer paradise in the centre of town celebrates its 10th birthday in May, after moving to its 1,500 square foot Grainger Street store in late 2017 from the Grainger Market. As well as serving over 300 different bottles and cans on its shelves, the store sells small producer wines, spirits and a wealth of international food ingredients. It really is the place to be if you’re into your tastes and your tipples. facebook.com/mmmnewcastle

VANS COMES TO TOWN

Our favourite ‘off the wall’ shoe brand has opened its doors in NE1 this month! The skater-themed shoe company’s first Newcastle store is ready for business on Blackett Street, bringing new business and forward-thinking fashion to the city centre. Many major fashion brands are popping up across the city, cementing its position as the North East’s number one retail destination. The launch event on Saturday 10th March saw the store filled with happy shoppers as DJs and live music played out alongside games, gifts and prizes! vans.co.uk

GREAT EXHIBITION OF THE NORTH

This summer, we’ll see NE1 in the cultural spotlight as the Great Exhibition of the North comes to town from 22nd June - 9th September 2018. This inspiring, city-wide exhibition celebrates great art and culture, design and innovation from across the North of England.

Highlights from the 80-day programme include: a Great North Soundtrack curated by broadcaster, Lauren Laverne; the return of Stephenson’s Rocket; and a new solo exhibition from Turner Prize 2017 winner, Lubaina Himid. The Great Exhibition of the North is free to attend and will tell the inspiring story of the North of England and how its innovators, businesses, artists and designers have shaped our present and are enthusing our future.

Culture vultures will start their journey at one of three iconic venues - Great North Museum, BALTIC and Sage Gateshead - before joining three interconnected trails (The Innovation Trail, The Arts Trail and The Design Trail) through 30 world-class venues and public spaces on either side of the Tyne. getnorth2018.com

GOING PLACES WITH GAINFORD GROUP Gainford Group is spreading its wings across the city this season with two new NE1 ventures. The first is a collection of luxurious city centre apartments in the heart of Newcastle’s historic Grainger Town. The 22 luxurious apartments in the County Aparthotel offer city chic living boasting bespoke interior design and a stunning penthouse apartment with panoramic views of Newcastle and beyond. The impressive new apartments will be open and ready for booking by summer 2018.

The second Gainford Group development everybody is talking about is the new state-of-the-art hotel and leisure project providing an exciting new gateway into the city centre. The former Premier Inn on Newbridge Street will become a four-star hotel, spa and fitness centre as well as a hub of bars, restaurants, meeting spaces and gardens. Work will start this year, with completion by late 2019. gainfordgroup.com

THE UNION ROOMS

The Union Rooms site on Westgate Road is set to undergo an exciting renovation and we’ve got a glimpse of the future plans. The owners of the region's San Lorenzo restaurants have taken over the iconic listed building and plan to refurbish the site with hotel bedrooms and a bar. The renovation will be completed in two phases with works to the bar taking place in around six months and the hotel launching in 2019. In the meantime, the bar will be open as normal. Pop in and get up to date with the exciting plans! unionrooms.co.uk

NEWCASTLE POCKET PARK STEPHENSON MONUMENT

Work to transform the area around Stephenson's Monument into an urban 'pocket park' will get underway this April thanks to Newcastle City Council and NE1. The new space will create a relaxing away-from-it-all environment in the heart of the city, featuring seating, planting and paving.

The designs have been developed by Southern Green with support from Northumbrian Water. newcastlene1ltd.com

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28.03.18 WHAT'S ON WEDNESDAY

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THE JUNGLE BOOK

Swap the streets of NE1 for the jungle this Wednesday! Join Mowgli as he battles for survival alongside his trusty friends; Bagheera the panther, Baloo the bear and Kaa the python. The Rudyard Kipling family classic adapted by Olivier Award-winning Jessica Swale, features live music on stage created by Joe Stilgoe and is directed by Max Webster. One to get excited about with the whole family! You’ll be blown away… theatreroyal.co.uk

SUSPECTPRODUCTIONS MURDER MYSTERY You are invited to a night of murderous mayhem at the Black Gate at Newcastle Castle. Get your detective hats on, bring along your own food and drinks and get ready for an evening of spooktacular fun!

Work to find out who the culprit is in the most freaky of settings. We can’t wait! newcastlecastle.co.uk

Must-see screening >>

THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL Grab the popcorn and get a seat at the Tyneside Cinema this Wednesday to see Wes Anderson's most successful film to date, The Grand Budapest Hotel.

A hilarious Oscar-winning charmer that's typically stylish with ornate visual environments. Get lost in the tale of Gustave H, a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel between the wars; and Zero Moustafa, the lobby boy who becomes his most trusted friend. A priceless Renaissance painting has gone missing, and a battle for an enormous family fortune is in the balance - all against the back-drop of a dramatically changing continent. A worthwhile watch! tynesidecinema.co.uk

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COCALOCA WEDNESDAYS Get the summer vibes at this weekly beach party. Take a tequila shot from a super soaker and dance the night away with inflatables that take you from the Toon to the beach. 11pm - 4am. House of Smith, house-of-smith.com

COMEDY RED RAW Wednesdays are for comedy in NE1 and we can’t think of a better place to laugh the night away than with a trip to The Stand. Red Raw brings together some of the region’s best and newest comedians on the circuit. £3, show begins 8.30pm. The Stand, thestand.co.uk

MUSIC SET YOUR SIGHTS See Set Your Sights live at Newcastle’s O2 Academy this Wednesday. The energetic, pop-punk band from Teesside will take you back to the good old days. £6, 7pm. O2 Academy, academymusicgroup.com CASTALIAN QUARTET Newcastle’s International Chamber Music Series welcomes the Castalian Quartet to the Sage Two stage this Wednesday. The prize-winning young ensemble are new to the series. From £13, 7.30pm.

Sage, sagegateshead.com

PUB QUIZ MR LYNCH QUIZ Round up your chums, there's £300 worth of food and drink vouchers up for grabs and it could all be yours at this week's pub quiz. Free, 9pm.

Mr Lynch, mrlynch.co.uk

TALKS & WORKSHOPS NEWCASTLE LITERARY SALON Join Juli Watson for a night of spoken word from some of the North East’s literary talent, followed by open mic. Free, 7.30pm. Bar Loco, facebook. com/NewcastleLiterarySalon

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29.03.18 THURSDAY THOUGHTS

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I want to blend in after the show with the crowd in Filthy’s.

Best Tyneside moment?

A couple stand out. Back in the day we came up on a weekend football tour when I played for Bolton Hospitals FC. I remember we stayed on Jesmond Road and had the best ever night out on the town and met some fantastic people.

My second is when I hosted 'Chain Letters' which was filmed at Tyne Tees TV and I was on Tyneside for weeks and totally loved the whole experience.

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5 MINUTES WITH DAVE SPIKEY

FREE LIVE MUSIC: PIZZA EXPRESS Enjoy free live music every Thursday at Pizza Express, Dean Street. Free, from 7.30pm. Pizza Express, pizzaexpress.com L.A. WITCH Experience the sultry, reverb-soaked rock and roll of LA with an uber cool girlband at The Cluny this Thursday. £9, 7.30pm. The Cluny, thecluny.com SECRET SISTERS PLUS DANNI NICHOLLS A story of pure passion and artistry - don’t miss this talented duo! From £15.30, 8pm. Sage, sagegateshead.com

FOOD & DRINK THAWED-OUT THURSDAYS The sun is always shining at the tropical garden party that is Florita’s! Go here this Thursday for a fabulous frozen cocktail. £3.75 each, 5pm - 10pm.

Florita’s, getintonewcastle.co.uk

KIDS PYJAMA RAVE PRESENTED BY CHALK To celebrate the opening of Time To Get up, Chalk present an exhibition preview the whole family can attend in their comfiest clothes! Suitable for children aged 3 - 8. £5, 4pm 5.30pm. Seven Stories, sevenstories.org.uk

NE1 plans?

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Dave Spikey is at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House this Thursday and he’s juggling on a motorbike... well, kind of! From a career in the NHS, to a talent show winner and a comedy hero, he's switched off his microscope and he’s ready to share his talents with the people of NE1.

Favourite Geordie?

Bit predictable, but it's got to be Gazza. I love my football. I visited the National Football Museum recently and in there they describe him as "the most naturally gifted English midfielder of his generation". But he was more than that wasn’t he? He was funny, immensely likeable and passionate about the game; he wore his heart on his sleeve.

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COOL OFF WITH A COCKTAIL

Kick off the Thursday thrills this afternoon with 2-4-1 cocktails at Fuego. This Fenwick Food Hall favourite boasts a beautifully crafted cocktail list, and we can’t wait to make our way through it! Pop in, pick at some tapas and share a pizza with your pals. Wash it all down with delicious cocktail deals. What’s not to love?

It’s the perfect way to celebrate that almost-weekend feeling. The 2-4-1 cocktail offer ends this Thursday, so sip up while it lasts! fenwick.co.uk

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and nephew, Zoe and Christian, my late brother’s kids who have grown into lovely people.

What would you be doing if you weren’t here now?

Down my local having a beer with the lads.

They’ve kept me grounded over the years. I’d say “Hey I’m doing Parkinson with Paul McCartney and Keira Knightley...” and they’d give me that look, you know, the one that says, “Will you listen to yourself?” And I’m like, “Oh aye, right - so who’s on at darts?”

Tell us a fun fact?

I worked as a Biomedical Scientist in Haematology in our wonderful NHS for 32 years.

I left work on Friday 13 October 2000 and the following week I was on a makeshift stage in a club car park in the rain singing Walking On Sunshine dressed as a giant berry while a 20 foot phallic bouncy castle inflated behind me.

In between takes I sat thinking “Was this a good career move?” tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

Celebrate 40 years of the iconic Rumours album in the hands of the world’s finest Fleetwood Mac tribute, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac. Check in at Sage Gateshead this Thursday evening to hear the album note-for-note and in its entirety. It’s as close to the real thing as it gets! Encompassing five decades of legendary music, this must-see tribute band offer a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances we all know and love. The ultimate tribute night to one of rock and roll’s best loved bands of all time! sagegateshead.com

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EGG-STINCTION

An Easter night out with a twist at Retro!

There’s no bunny ears and chocolate eggs here - it’s all about the T.Rex and the cavemen! It’s time to go ‘eggs-stinct’ at one of the biggest and best parties in town this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. With free entry all night and a colourful cocktail list to make your way through, we can’t think of a better way to celebrate under the disco ball this Easter weekend! Round up your mates and make the most of another marvellous bank holiday in the Toon! retro-bars.co.uk

easter must-dos

EASTER EGG HUNT

GIRAFFE LOUNGE WEEKENDER

There’s fun for all the family at the County Hotel this Easter. Go here for a Sunday lunch with a bit of Easter magic thrown in for good measure! Enjoy a traditional three-course roast followed by a disco to keep the little ones entertained. After a bit of a boogie, the kids will go off on an Easter bunny egg hunt to be in with the chance of winning lots of chocolate to take home. Expect plenty of games, prizes and more at this eggs-cellent Easter event in the city! countyhotel.co.uk

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EASTER AT THE FARM

Get yourself down to the Giraffe Lounge launch weekend this Easter for three fun-filled events! Start the celebrations in the traditional way with a Good Friday fish dish and get your Saturday party fix with an all-day Easter Block Party featuring six food vendors, an outside bar, kids entertainment, DJs, live graffiti and break dancers! The fun doesn’t stop there… see Seekmagic on Easter Sunday as part of Giraffe Lounge’s launch weekend! Expect bottomless Bloody Mary’s and one of the finest Sunday roasts in town accompanied by the finest DJs providing the perfect bank holiday soundtrack! Free admission from 4pm. thegiraffelounge.co.uk

Calling all animal-lovers… hop on over to Ouseburn Farm for heaps of family fun. From bunny petting and bonnet making to egg-inspired games and a special Easter treasure trail, there’s something for everyone to get involved in. What’s more? This weekend of animal-loving Easter fun is all for a great cause. All money raised goes directly back into the farm. A great way to spend time with the family and support our city farm. £5 per child. ouseburnfarm.org.uk

HIDDEN TICKET EASTER HUNT

What are you doing this Easter? Forget about your chocolate eggs and hunt for some tickets! After last year's success, the O2 Academy Newcastle are back at it again with Hidden Ticket Week 2018! From 9th - 13th April between the hours of 4pm - 6pm, over 100 tickets will be hidden around Newcastle city centre. Join this exciting Easter hunt and you could find your ticket to the likes of: Blossoms, Circa Waves, Hit The North, George Ezra, James Bay, Plan B + many more!

Want to join in on the hunt? All you need to do is follow the O2 Academy Newcastle on Instagram and wait for clues that lead you to the tickets. Be sharp, stay tuned and good luck! @o2academynewcastle

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30.03.18 - 15.04.18 SCHOOL HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Easter SCHOOL’S OUT FOR

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PETER RABBIT TEA PARTY 7 APRIL

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NIGHT MARKET: LOCAL SPRING CELEBRATION 6 APRIL

COMICS: EXPLORE AND CREATE COMIC ART UNTIL 7 JULY

Make the most of the Easter holidays and round up the whole family for a fun-filled foodie event at Kommunity, Newcastle.

Celebrating the start of spring and all the good stuff that comes with it, families can enjoy the street food delights from Wildflower Creative Kitchen. Little ones are welcome until 9pm with an uber cool Kids Zone with a corner for crafts, reading and squishy beanbags for chill-out time! Treats and tunes will run throughout this foodie-filled family fun day! facebook.com/kommunityncl

Is sitting back with a comic and a cup of tea your favourite pastime? Do you love the Beano? Make it happen this Easter at Seven Stories as the National Centre for Children’s Books invites you to create your own comic at the Comics: Explore and Create Comic Art exhibition. You’ll find an electric mix of savvy superheroes and a cool collection of storyboards, sketches and 3D models prepared by comic creators Kate Brown, Laura Ellen Anderson and Jamie Smart. Expect to see Dennis the Menace, Desperate Dan and fine old friends like Minnie the Minx, Roy of the Rovers and Oor Wullie. sevenstories.org.uk

Peter Rabbit is having a moment. We’re seeing him all over cinema screens and we just can’t get enough of the mischievous bunny this Easter! Join the team at the Crowne Plaza on Saturday 7th April for a terrific Peter Rabbit Tea Party for all the family to enjoy. A sumptuous afternoon tea will be served alongside music and party games with prizes to be won! Little ones will go off on a treasure hunt and will have the chance to get crafty with fun, hands-on activities throughout the day. Priced at just £17.95 for adults and £12.95 for kids, it’s a must-attend Easter day out for the whole family. ihg.com/crowneplaza

SOOTY & FRIENDS 14 APRIL

Izzy wizzy, let’s get busy! Join Sooty, Sweep and Soo at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House this Easter for a whirlwind magic show for all ages! Starring TV’s Richard Cadell, this amazing stage show is packed with guaranteed giggles for the whole family to enjoy. You’ll laugh out loud from start to finish and you’ll be wowed with wonderful tricks. An Easter holiday must. Get it in the diary! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

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30.03.18 - 15.04.18 SCHOOL HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Soak up the Science…

NAKED EYE ASTRONOMY UNTIL 21 SEPTEMBER

Home to the North’s biggest and best planetarium, the Life Science Centre is a great place to hang out with the whole family – perfect for a rainy day. Visitors can scoop through the solar system, experiencing the most immersive journeys through space along the way. From the comfort of your own seat, you’ll get the chance to zoom through space, landing on planets and finding out all you need to know about life in outer space.

The Planetarium offers a marvellous mix of shows and animated films. Prepare to be wowed!

TYNESIDE CINEMA EASTER HOLIDAYS AT THE LIFE SCIENCE CENTRE

Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory

DINO JAWS UNTIL 15 APRIL

CHILDREN’S FILM CLUB 31 MARCH

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It’s your last chance to catch the largerthan-life Dino Jaws exhibition. You’ll step back in time to a wonderful world where dinosaurs took charge. From the notorious, flesh-eating habits of the T.Rex, to the vegetarian tastes of the Iguanodon, you’ll get up close and personal and you’ll see it all here. Find out all you need to know about fossils with hands-on exhibits and fascinating, virtual fossil digging experiences. It’s an exhibition the whole family will enjoy this Easter – you’re bound to come away with some brand new dinosaur knowledge.

CHOCOLATE WORKSHOPS 30 MARCH - 15 APRIL

It’s the Easter holidays and chocolate springs to mind! Get your fix at the Life Science Centre’s scrummy Chocolate Workshops.

You’ll get to test your taste buds and discover the science behind why we all love chocolate!

Workshops will run throughout the Easter school holidays and are included in the Science Centre ticket price. An indulgent and educational treat for all the senses! life.org.uk

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Come with us to Tyneside Cinema and enter a world of pure imagination... Since chocolate is the hot topic this fortnight, we’re taking youngsters on the best choccy journey of all with Willy Wonka and his trusty Oompa Loompas! This special film club featuring Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory will come complete with Wonka Bar tickets and a yummy chocolate treat to tuck into during the movie.

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Can’t get enough of the chocolate fun? Worry not - we’ve tracked down more Willy Wonka goings-on in NE1 this Easter! Imagine watching one of the best-loved family favourites while chomping on your favourite chocolate treats. Your dreams are about to become reality thanks to Tyneside Cinema.

Pop along to the scrumptious eat-a-long screening of Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory where your movie-going experience will become even more delicious. Pick up homemade sweets to be enjoyed at special moments during the screening. You’ll be given your very own ‘box of treats’ on arrival - look out for cues during the film that will tempt you to open each mystery box in turn for a new treat! tynesidecinema.co.uk

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The Easter Bunny has dropped a few eggs... and it’s down to you to find them! Take the little ones on an inventive egg trail at the Discovery Museum this Saturday. Follow the clues and eggs-plore the displays to dig out the hidden gems. Each egg contains a letter, solve the trail puzzle and be in with the chance of winning a sweetie hamper! discoverymuseum.org.uk

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Pop on your Easter bonnet and bake like there’s no tomorrow at Blackfriars this Saturday! Prepare a selection of Easter-themed dishes to be judged by the chefs and tasted by your friends and family.

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It doesn’t have to be Christmas for us to embrace the panto magic in NE1! Another holiday period means another excuse to head to the theatre for fun and fairytales. Enchanted Entertainment presents Beauty & the Beast Easter Panto at the Tyne Theatre and Opera House this weekend. Expect dazzling dancing, marvellous music and heaps of hilarious slapstick comedy! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

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If fish isn’t your dish of choice this Good Friday, make sure you fill up on all the patty perfection at Wylam Brewery’s Battle of the Burger 2018 event!

Think of it as a foodie journey to a land of burger and beer heaven. What’s not to love? It’s a great way to kick off the Easter weekend celebrations! wylambrewery.co.uk

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Bop the night away at Boiler Shop this Saturday as The Showhawk Duo take to the stage. Breaking the barriers between acoustic and electronic music, Mikhail Asanovic and Jake Wright play old-school trance classics and modern funky house. Their show has no boundaries and you’ll leave truly inspired! boilershop.net

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29.03.18 - 02.04.18 HAPPY EASTER!

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Food for the soul

East meets west in a colourful brunchy feast at Aveika this Easter Sunday.

Start your celebrations early with an indulgent afternoon of social food and drink, endless dancing and guaranteed good times! aveika.co.uk

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Strike out this Sunday with the whole family at Lane7!

The bank holiday is the perfect excuse to pop down for boutique bowling, mini golf, pool, ping-pong and karaoke in one, fun-filled space. Work up an appetite and grab a beer and a bite to eat in the restaurant. You’ll find sweettoothed snacks for the little ones and scrummy sourdough pizzas for those who fancy something savoury. lane7.co.uk

The Amazing Bubble Man

Go to Sage this Easter Monday for all the need-to-know art, magic, science and fun behind bubbles! The Amazing Bubble Man is in town and he’s ready to share his artistry with a bit of comedy thrown in for good measure. His spellbinding bubble tricks will keep both kids and adults mesmerised from start to finish! sagegateshead.com

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Make the most of the bank holiday Monday and shop at intu Eldon Square from 10am until 6pm. Stroll, shop and be inspired before sitting back and enjoying a bite to eat at one of Grey’s Quarter’s many delicious foodie hangouts. intu.co.uk/eldonsquare

The Alchemist Newcastle celebrates its first birthday today!

Join the team of mixologists at this cocktail hotspot to mark the occasion this Sunday. The party will come packed with local DJs, fabulous food and truly scrumptious tipples to help us celebrate this great venue in style! thealchemist.uk.com

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A big, blow-out bank holiday party is going down at House of Smith, Florita’s and Madame Koo this Easter Sunday. Three venues, four music policies and one huge celebration!

Collingwood Street will come alive from 10pm... don’t miss it! house-of-smith.com

Twisted Circus

Prepare to be amazed this Monday! Klub Kids are about to descend on the city with Twisted Circus - a night full of jaw-dropping circus acts combined with seven of the world’s best drag acts. It’s bright, it’s bold, it’s colourful and it’s dazzling from start to finish. See it at Newcastle’s O2 Academy! academymusicgroup.com

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Great Northern Soul Food returns to Boiler Shop this Easter Sunday for an evening of the finest soul, funk and street food! Think fab foodie line-ups, disco DJs including Kevin Rowland, and heaps of fun for all to enjoy! boilershop.net

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THEATRE THE LAST SHIP Don’t miss out on the chance to see Sting’s musical at Northern Stage. With music and lyrics

by Sting and direction by Lorne Campbell, this epic tale depicts community spirit, hope and the act of great collective defiance. From £10, 7.30pm. Northern Stage, northernstage.co.uk

FOOD & DRINK LADIES LUNCH CLUB Gather your ladies and check in for a luxurious Ladies Lunch Club at Blackfriars this Tuesday.

Award-winning singer, Alex Lomas will be playing the soundtrack to the afternoon. £27.50pp, 11am - 2.30pm.

Blackfriars, blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk

The Band This beautiful new production written by the award-winning Tim Firth, is a beautiful story for anyone who remembers following a boyband as a youngster, and how those songs quickly became the soundtrack to their lives. For five 16-year-old girls in 1992, the band is everything.

Fast-forward 25 years, the group of friends are reunited as they try once more to fulfil their dreams of meeting their singing icons.

Featuring the music of Take That with smashhit songs including: A Million Love Songs, The Flood, Greatest Day, Relight My Fire and Never Forget, and starring the winners from the BBC’S Let it Shine, Five to Five, this is a must-see show. theatreroyal.co.uk

FILM WIND IN THE WILLOWS: THE MUSICAL Round up the family and get yourself to Cineworld this Tuesday for Wind In The Willows: The Musical. Join Ratty, Badger, Mole and the impulsive Toad as they embark on a series of riotous adventures. From £5.20, 3pm.

Cineworld, cineworld.co.uk

HEALTH & WELLBEING TWO TREATS FOR TUESDAYS With a long week ahead of you, Tuesday might just be the perfect day to relax. Check in and enjoy a one-hour spa treatment at Malmaison, and you’ll receive a second one-hour treatment for free. Every Tuesday. Malmaison, getintonewcastle.co.uk

CLUB FRESH World HQ plays host to Newcastle’s only learning disability and autism-friendly club night this Tuesday.

Showcasing the talents of DJs from the local learning disability and autism community, this club night brings an eclectic mix of tracks and tunes to NE1. £5, 6pm - 11pm.

World HQ, welovewhq.com

JOHN ROBERTSON - THE DARK ROOM

You awake to find yourself in a dark room. You - the audience - must choose an option. Will you... A) find the light switch, B) cry for help or C) Go North? Head to The Stand Comedy Club this Tuesday and play the world’s first live-action, text-based adventure game! The Dark Room blurs the lines between comedy and game-show, and is hosted by the hilarious John Robertson. thestand.co.uk

LITTLE MONKS COOKERY CLUB

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Young foodies should check out this inspiring cooking session at Blackfriars! Learn how to make delicious and nutritious nibbles, how to enjoy fruit and veg and how to prepare for a family feast. Youngsters will pop on their chef’s hats and cook up their own storm - usually pizza, pasta, burgers and healthy options, as well as sweet treats to seal the deal! blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk

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HOLIDAY SCHOOLS: FILMMAKING

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Go on an exciting, filmmaking journey at Tyneside Cinema this Tuesday!

Calling all young people aged 8-16... go behind the scenes, join the pros and get hands-on experience in film and animation. You’ll get to plan, shoot and edit short films in all kinds of genres before holding a world H O L I DAYS premiere for family and friends at the end of the workshop. This week-long programme is a brilliant introduction to filmmaking for the aspiring movie-makers of NE1 and beyond. A must on the Easter school holiday calendar! tynesidecinema.co.uk

SOCIAL. INFORMAL. RELAXED. JOIN US FOR OUR RELAUNCH EASTER WEEKEND

LUNCH & EVENING FOOD MENUS AVAILABLE Pumphreys coffees & teas-sit in or grab & go Large selection of rotating craft beers on draught & bottles FREE venue & space hire for all occasions Live DJ’s on weekends & open deck nights Beer, Gin & cocktail group masterclasses

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH EASTER BLOCK PARTY, This is a fun family-friendly event so feel free to bring the whole community!

It is a block party after all. Midday - 8.30pm. Free event.

Join us as we launch our bar NY style!

SUNDAY 1ST APRIL SEEKMAGIC SUNDAY With a fantastic menu & a vast array of drinks, Seekmagic are delighted to be part of Giraffe Lounge launch weekend. With bottomless Bloody Mary’s (T & C’s apply) and the finest Sunday Roasts in town, We kick things off at 4pm – Balearic beat, sunset disco, all from original vinyl. Free entry.

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WWW.THEGIRAFFELOUNGE.CO.UK (0191) 484 1240 HELLO@THEGIRAFFELOUNGE.CO.UK @GIRAFFELOUNGE @GIRAFFE_LOUNGE

Sunday Quayside Market The Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne Every Sunday 9am – 4pm A vibrant and flourishing street market along the river from the Guildhall to Gateshead Millennium Bridge, whether you’re a foodie or fashion conscious, a browser or a buyer the Quayside Market offers fresh and local, traditional and modern, history and culture. There really is something for everyone.

Phone: 0191 211 5512 Email: markets@newcastle.gov.uk www.newcastle.gov.uk www.twitter.com/Nclmarkets Newcastle-upon-Tyne-Markets

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04.04.18 WE LOVE WEDNESDAY

Why not try these MUSIC CHEAT SHOWCASE 3: KEMA KAY See rapper, singer and songwriter, Kema Kay live at the O2 Academy this Wednesday. A must-see, one-night-only performance in NE1.

Book your tickets in advance. £6, 7pm. O2 Academy, academymusicgroup.com COUNTERPUNCH + IN EVIL HOUR US skate legends, Counterpunch are ready to hit NE1 for a must-see gig at Think Tank. The band will be joined by the fantastic In Evil Hour. An evening of metal, punk, rock and ska. £10, 7.30pm. Think Tank, yourfutureisdigital.com

KIDS BIG FAMILY HOP! Get everyone together and enjoy the Big Family Hop at Sage Gateshead! Under 7s can sing, dance and hop along with the Sage’s very own early years musicians. Pop your bunny ears on for this eggcellent Easter-themed session! From £3.50pp, 11am, 1pm & 2.30pm. Sage, sagegatesheasd.com SWEET SCIENCE WORKSHOPS Join the team at the Discovery Museum for a scientific sweetacular treat this Easter! Kids can make their own sherbet, discover popping candy and experiment with chocolate. What’s not to love? £5 per child (including one free adult), 11am, 1pm & 2.30pm. Discovery Museum, discoverymuseum.org.uk

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Pick up some popcorn and take a seat at the Tyneside Cinema for the animated

family classic that is Fantastic Mr Fox. This delightfully quirky adaptation of the classic Roald Dahl book is a cinematic adventure for the whole family to enjoy.

Mr and Mrs Fox live an idyllic home life with their son Ash, until Mr Fox slips back into his old ways as a sneaky chicken thief and in doing so, endangers not only his beloved

family, but the whole animal community! The gang group together to fight against the evil farmers - Boggis, Bunce and Bean - who are determined to capture the audacious, fantastic Mr Fox at any cost. But will they succeed?

Round up the troops and find out at the Tyneside Cinema this Wednesday! tynesidecinema.co.uk

ART BIG WEDNESDAY: CRAZY, CREATIVE, CUBISM Explore cubism by creating your own masterpieces in the style of famous cubist artists at the Laing Art Gallery. Activities to suit all ages. £3 per child, 10am - 2pm. Laing Art Gallery, laingartgallery.org.uk

LUNA LOVES LIBRARY DAY

THEATRE ALPHABETTI JAM Join the monthly jam session at the Alphabetti bar on the first Wednesday of the month.

A great opportunity for anyone to perform. Tell a joke, do a sketch, sing a song - whatever you wish! Free, 9pm.

Alphabetti Theatre, alphabettitheatre.co.uk

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TOKIO MYERS

Tokio Myers, the 2017 Britain’s Got Talent winner, is taking to the Sage stage this Wednesday and we can’t wait to hear his debut album ‘Our Generation’ in full! The multi-instrumentalist, composer and producer has created something very special. His music is totally unique and ranges from classical and cinematic to hip-hop, dance and 90s soul.

Grab your tickets now and experience his trademark sounds at the Sage this Wednesday! sagegateshead.com

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SCHOOL

Seven Stories have got you covered with plenty of Easter school holiday happenings this H O L I DAYS week, including the Luna Loves Library Day. Youngsters are invited to go on a creative journey with poet, Joseph Coelho and illustrator, Fiona Lumbers, as they bring their brand-new picture book, Luna Loves Library Day to life with props, special effects, live drawing and poems. A truly inspiring event for library-loving little ones and their families this Wednesday! sevenstories.org.uk

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Love gin? Then you’ll LOVE The Gin Bar’s Gin School sessions. And there’s no homework - just gin-drinking fun! Learn all about the history, the science and the art of your favourite tipple at Newcastle’s first ever gin school.

You’ll hear from an award-winning distillery and you’ll enjoy putting your taste skills to practice.

This refreshing spirit session includes a lesson on the gin of the month, a gin cocktail and neat tastings alongside the chef’s selection of two starters, two mains and two desserts from Hawthorns. A gin-spiring event if there ever was one! theginbar-ncl.com

KIDS SMART COOKIES COOKERY CLUB Blackfriars is inviting 11 - 17 year-old foodies to join the Smart Cookies Cookery Club. The session is all about building on from the basics and really developing culinary skills and confidence! £39pp per day, 9.30am - 4pm. Blackfriars, blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk UNDER 5S MUSIC-MAKING: SING, PLAY & DANCE Join Sage’s specialist musicians this Thursday for an engaging under 5s session. Perfect for budding musicians to get a feel for singing, moving and music making! Adult & child £7, additional child £1.75, additional adult £3.50,

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JETHRO TULL 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

Let’s go back in time a little... it was February 1968 and Jethro Tull first performed under that name at the world-famous Marquee Club in Wardour Street. Little did we know the group would go on to become one of the most successful and enduring bands of their era! To celebrate this golden anniversary and iconic achievement, Ian Anderson will present 50 years of Jethro Tull at Newcastle City Hall! Get your tickets now and celebrate one of the biggest selling progressive rock artists of all time, featuring a good mix of their folk, blues, classical and heavy rock material tunes. theatreroyal.co.uk

Serena Korda Missing Time installation view, BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art. Photo: John McKenzie © 2018 BALTIC

9.45am & 11am. Sage, sagegateshead.com

MUSIC THE WONDER STUFF & NED’S ATOMIC DUSTBIN LOVE FROM STOURBRIDGE 2018 It’s been 27 years since The Wonder Stuff and Ned’s Atomic Dustbin shared a stage together. They’re back and ready to take to the O2 Academy stage this Thursday. You won’t want to miss this marvellous moment! £30, 7pm. O2 Academy, academymusicgroup.com INTERROBANG The Cluny welcomes Interrobang this Thursday, with support from Year of Birds and Almighty Uprisers. A trio of great music for all to enjoy. £8, 7.30pm. The Cluny, thecluny.com

FOOD & DRINK IN CRUST WE TRUST Enjoy two pizzas for just £10 every Thursday at Central Oven + Shaker from 4pm. The perfect foodie feast to share with a friend as we count down to the weekend! £10, from 4pm. Central Oven + Shaker, getintonewcastle.co.uk

SERENA KORDA: MISSING TIME

Inspired by the sound of stars from the dark skies of Northumberland, Serena Korda presents a performance, sound and sculpture exhibition at BALTIC. Korda has explored planetary harmonics using homemade radio telescopes to pick up the sound of our galaxy, creating a series of large ceramic dish-shaped portals that act as sound resonators. An inspiring display giving us an insight into the sounds of the planets that populate the space around us. baltic.art

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06.04.18 FEEL-GOOD FRIDAY

Fast & Furious LIVE 2018

Rev up your engines... Fast & Furious Live is set to take to the Metro Radio Arena stage this week! This wheel-spinning show will transport fans straight into the wonderful world of Fast & Furious, recreating the most awe-inspiring moments from the movies along with brand new stunts. Expect an adrenaline-fuelled, two-hour show featuring fabulous motors, marvellous movie scenes and precision performance driving. The global cast featuring North East stars as well as stunt performers from far and wide, will blow audiences away with some of the best-loved and boldest stunts and never-seen-before live action. metroradioarena.co.uk

THE NORTH EAST’S VERY OWN ALANA WALLACE TAKES ON MULTIPLE ROLES IN THE PRODUCTION OF FAST & FURIOUS LIVE AT THE METRO RADIO ARENA.

Alana Wallace COMES HOME...

First time on the Toon?

I grew up in Morpeth, so I’m a very proud Geordie! Wherever I go in the world, when people hear my accent, they're always full of compliments about the lovely reputation of us Northerners, which always warms my heart.

Best Tyneside moment?

One of my fondest and proudest moments from my childhood was when I was in the play ‘Closer’ at the People’s Theatre in 2007. Also, I trained up at a fantastic full-time theatre school ‘Sage Academy of Performing Arts’ in Byker and I have some of the best memories from that time in my life. I received great training and had a brilliant time.

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Favourite Geordie?

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Tell us a fun fact?

When I was just 11 years-old I was the biggest Destiny's Child fan and I heard they were coming to the Metro Radio Arena. I did some digging and found out the exact date tickets were going on sale and I made my parents drive me through to the box office at the arena at 4am. I queued up in the freezing cold until tickets went on sale at 9am and I was over the moon when I got tickets five rows from the front! It's amazing to think I'm going to be on that same stage! metroradioarena.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK FANTASTIC FRIDAYS Kick off the weekend with live DJs and drink deals with 2 for 1 happy hours on all drinks between 5pm - 7pm and 10pm - 11:30pm.

As You Like It, getintonewcastle.co.uk

CLUB CANDYPANTS Every Friday a perfect party takes over Livello. Expect glitz, glam and plenty of bubbles. £7, 11pm - 3am. Livello, barlivello.co.uk DIRTY LITTLE SECRET Head down for a night of house anthems, old school hip hop and R&B. £5 earlybird tickets available, 11pm. Tup Tup Palace, bigbadrobot.com

COMEDY LET US MAKE IT UP TO YOU Expect sketches, scenes,

THE BOY WHO CLIMBED INTO THE MOON PROVEN GOODS CO. POP UP

Pop to Fenwick Food Hall this Friday for the Proven Goods Co. handmade doughnut pop-up!

You’ll find incredibly delicious treats filled with mouth-watering flavours including raspberry jam, blueberry Hepple gin, vanilla custard and cinnamon, Nutella, chocolate sea salt and more.

What a way to feast to feel-good Friday! fenwick.co.uk

From the book by David Almond, a magical tale of big ideas and sky-high courage is brought to the stage by Daniel Jamieson.

Anything is possible in this warm and funny story about a shy boy called Paul, who, with the help of his friends, SCHOOL finds the courage to climb into the moon.

Theatre thrills for the whole family at Northern Stage this Friday.

H O L I DAYS northernstage.co.uk

ROBERT LANE

See a singing sensation live at Newcastle Castle this Friday! Join Robert Lane as he celebrates the release of his third album.

Robert was chosen by the LG Arena to perform in the Forum Live area of the arena before concerts by Eric Clapton, Ellie Goulding and John Mayer to name but a few. This year, he’s taking to the stage as part of his own solo tour, stopping by NE1 for a must-see gig at Newcastle Castle. newcastlecastle.co.uk

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stories and songs invented on the spot at this cracking comedy night at the Alphabetti Theatre. £6, 8pm.

Alphabetti Theatre, alphabettitheatre.co.uk SARAH MILLICAN - CONTROL ENTHUSIAST Sarah Millican is not a control freak, she’s a control enthusiast!

See this frank, funny and unapologetically filthy show at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House this Friday. It’ll be a hoot! £28, 8pm. Tyne Theatre & Opera House, tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

MUSIC YAKUZA SOUND MACHINE Get down to The Globe this Friday for live techno and dance music. A great way to celebrate that Friday feeling and start the weekend in style!

10pm - 2am. The Globe, jazz.coop THE SUN RA ARKESTRA; TONY ALLEN: A TRIBUTE TO ART BLAKEY; ZARA MCFARLANE Experience the magic of the Gateshead International Jazz Festival 2018 at the Sage this Friday with several sparkling performances and a pre-concert talk from 6pm. From £20, 7pm - 10pm.

Sage, sagegateshead.com

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07.04.18 HAPPY SATURDAY

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Prep with Pret

Prepare for a big weekend with a coffee and a bit of brekkie at Pret. This go-to Grainger Street coffee spot is perfect for a bacon bun or a yoghurt pot washed down with a cup of hot stuff to start the weekend. pret.co.uk

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Inside View is the place to be this Saturday morning if you want to know what really goes on behind the scenes at the Theatre Royal!

Grab a coffee and hear the tales, talents and untold truths behind the big red curtain. With special guests from The Band, guests will enjoy an informative talk and Q&A session. theatreroyal.co.uk

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A Wes Anderson double bill awaits at the Tyneside Cinema this Saturday.

Bottle Rocket and Rushmore will both be screened for an inspiring afternoon at the cinema. Take a seat and enjoy a sensational Saturday screening. tynesidecinema.co.uk

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THE SATURDAY SHOW Pop down to The Stand Comedy Club for the biggest show of the week. The Saturday Show, led by the resident compare, will take you on a side-splittingly funny journey bringing lots of laughs to your

Britney beats!

We’re celebrating the music of pop princess and Vegas show queen, Britney Spears, at Grosvenor Casino this Saturday night! Capturing her stage presence, high-energy, spectacular dancing and breathtaking vocals, you won’t want to miss out on this tribute show complete with three-course dinner. grosvenorcasinos.com

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Grab your mates and get your hands around a stein this Saturday as Bier Keller’s Oomparty returns to the Bigg Market. Pop along and experience the true Bavarian atmosphere! steinbierkeller.com

weekend. Each week the show features some of the best comics from the UK and beyond. £17.50, show begins 8.30pm. The Stand, thestand.co.uk

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Go on a worldwide taste tour at Mr Petit this Saturday. With the launch of their new menu packed with sumptuous small plates and scrummy sharing platters, it’s the perfect place to stop by for a spot of sociable lunch or a tapas-tastic tea! mrpetit.co.uk

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Join Pete Churchill at the Sage this Saturday for a Big Sing Workshop! The jazz educator will focus on moving in a way that connects music making with the body. Workshop participants … will have the chance to share what SAGE E they’ve learnt on the Concourse TH T I NG Stage at 1pm.

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FUTURE LOVE Digital does Saturday night with resident DJ Felix Leiter spinning all things house from 11pm. £6 (guest list entry before 12am). Digital, yourfutureisdigital.com

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TYNE THEATRE SPRING GUIDED TOURS 2018 Taking you back 150 years! Pop along and take in the culture and the history with a spring guided tour. You’ll explore all areas and dig out some unexpected secrets. £5, 11am. Tyne Theatre & Opera House, tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

MUSIC

SOUL AND FUNK DOUBLE BILL: RUBY TURNER PLUS

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MACEO PARKER Join Ruby Turner and Maceo Parker for a spectacular music double bill at Sage Gateshead this Saturday. Part of the Gateshead International Jazz Festival 2018, this is a must-see music event!

From £20, 7.30pm - 10pm. Sage, sagegateshead.com VANDEBILT An evening of live music from Vandebilt at The Cluny this Saturday night with DJ support from Smoove. Round up the troops and check it out!

7pm - 11pm. The Cluny, thecluny.com

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SUNDAY SESSIONS Tuck in for a roast dinner and enjoy live music at Browns Bar & Brasserie this Sunday. There’s nothing more British than a roast served with seasonal vegetables, roasties and gravy - and we can’t think of a better place to indulge this week! Food served 12pm - 6pm, live music from 4pm. Browns Bar & Brasserie, getintonewcastle.co.uk

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SUNDAY QUAYSIDE MARKET Pop down and pick up everything from original artwork to delicious local cheeses.

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FREE POOL EVERY SUNDAY Round up your pals and play

pool for free every Sunday at Trent House. The perfect afternoon activity to round off a great week in NE1. Free, all day, every Sunday. Trent House, getintonewcastle.co.uk

FILM AFTERNOON TEA AT THE MOVIES Tuck in for Oscar-winning sandwiches, home-baked cakes, scones and hot drinks alongside a classic film. Add prosecco for a small extra cost. What a perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon! £20pp or £24 with prosecco, 3pm. Tyneside Cinema, tynesidecinema.co.uk

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Head to our Quayside this Sunday for a slice of Latin life at Las Iguanas. Gather your foodie friends, tuck into sizzling South American favourites and enjoy unlimited prosecco or Brahma beer, 11am - 5pm.

Sounds delicious, right? iguanas.co.uk

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Catch the Life Science Centre’s larger-than-life Dino Jaws exhibition with the kids this Sunday.

See life-size animatronic dinosaur heads, hear of all the notorious, flesh-eating habits of the T.rex and dig for virtual fossil evidence. life.org.uk

Bilal Zafar: Biscuit

Join comedian Bilal Zafar this Sunday at The Stand as he explores the fascinating world of online dating and finding love on social media in increasingly confusing times. A cracking comedy show. thestand.co.uk

The Lowest Pair

American duo, The Lowest Pair, bring their debut album to the Live Theatre this Sunday evening. Combining wonderfully weaving poetry with a little Olympia twist, this is a must-see music show! live.org.uk

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KIDS COMEDY CLUB Kids, do you like watching people making fools of themselves? There's no better place to be this Sunday than The Stand for a family fun comedy club. Expect comedy, circus acts, storytelling, poetry, and stupid science. £4, 12.30pm. The Stand Comedy Club, thestand.co.uk

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Celebrate the start of spring in our city with a stroll through town. Have the daffodils started to show?

Is the sun shining? Shop the season’s spring collections and enjoy a refreshing salad as we start our summer slim-downs. There’s plenty to do in NE1 as the seasons change. Go out and enjoy it!

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It’s Yorkie pud time!

Soak up the sumptuous Sunday vibe at The Vermont this week. Go here for an authentic roast dinner with all the trimmings. Traditional Sunday lunch is served from 1pm until 5pm. Yum! vermont-hotel.com

Gin o’clock

See Sunday out with a gin-inspired cocktail at Pleased To Meet You. You’ve had a lush weekend, so don’t let the fun stop here.

Relax, unwind and make your way through the magnificent gin menu with your loved ones. ptmy-newcastle.co.uk

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Live Theatre @LiveTheatre Big shout out to the lovely crew from @NE1BID #NE1StreetRangers for helping to clear a path through our #LiveGarden - Thank you!!! #NotAllHeroesWearCapes

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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNSUNG HEROES OF NE1…

We all see them going about their every day duties in NE1, but we bet you don't know everything our Street Rangers do for the city and its people.

The team in bright blue jackets go above and beyond to keep the city at its very best. Their main goal is to help both visitors and the people of NE1 get the most from our city by keeping on top of everything from everyday maintenance and a bit of business TLC, to event preparations and working with emergency services.

From repairing street lights and cleaning up public spaces, to assisting visitors and chatting to locals, their job is to make Newcastle an enjoyable, clean and safe place to be.

Our trusty team of Street Rangers are here to help both businesses and members of the public in and around the city centre. Friendly, approachable and great to have around, they’re a real asset to our city and deserve all the credit they get!

The Street Rangers are our eyes, our ears, our friends and our heroes. They really do make the streets of Newcastle a better place for everyone!

Remember that snow we had a few weeks ago? Well, our team were out taming the Beast at 7am each morning making the city a safer place for people to get to work.

Fancy getting involved? Team NE1 are looking for Ranger Volunteers who will support Street Rangers and Clean Team-ers during the busy summer months.

Anyone interested in volunteering (over 18s only) get in touch: pam.carefull@newcastlene1ltd.com

LEVOI Champagne Nail Bar @levoinailbar NE1 Street Rangers. Helping to keep business in Newcastle open. Always around to keep our city great! Thanks for all your support all year round. We love you guys!!

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SHOUT OUT TO SCOTT

One of our Street Rangers, Scott Sum and his colleague, Rich McLean saved a life in December last year, performing CPR after a man had collapsed in the street. Just weeks later, Scott again stepped into the breach when he apprehended two shoplifters and held them until police arrived to arrest them. All NE1 Street Rangers are trained in first aid and continue to help keep our city a safe place to live, work and enjoy.

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09.04.18 MORE ON MONDAY

WIN NE1 with

Enter online to WIN a Meha Newcastle art collection worth over £150 One lucky NE1 reader has the chance to win over £150 worth of themed gifts including a collection of mugs, a set of coasters, a tea towel, a cushion, glass coasters and an A4 Newcastle print.

Meha Hindocha is the artist behind the Newcastle illustrations. Her work is inspired by travelling, cities, industry, interactions and the vibrancy of everyday life.

Her Newcastle collection, stocked in Fenwick, includes a range of gifts and artworks showcasing the city’s skyline.

It’s time to spring clean your home and add some lovely NE1 gifts to your collection this season.

Enter online at

GETINTONEWCASTLE.CO.UK/WIN Additional T&Cs may apply - please check with Meha Art. Please allow 10 working days for prize to be posted after the winner is announced. Prize is nonexchangeable, has no monetary value and cannot be exchanged or returned.

Geordie gifts MEHA HINDOCHA IS THE TALENT BEHIND MEHA ART. HER NEWCASTLE LANDMARK ILLUSTRATIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO BUY AT FENWICK.

NE1: Why a Newcastle collection?

MEHA: Newcastle has been on my list of ‘must-draw’ places for a while now.

I’ve had so many requests from existing customers asking me to visit the city – as well as people saying they’d love to own a piece of Meha Art and that for them, it’d have to be an illustration of Newcastle.

I worked with Fenwick last year to finally

realise the dream, and they stocked my Newcastle range as part of their Christmas offering.

NE1: What was it that inspired you to illustrate the city’s landmarks?

MEHA: The sights, the people and the everyday life. I got the feeling from people that had visited or grown-up in Newcastle that it was another very unique place that I needed to capture with my work.

NE1: Your favourite NE1 landmark to doodle?

GOOD GRIEF JORDAN BROOKES ‘BODY OF WORK’

NE1: Where can we buy your lovely products?

MEHA: You can purchase items from the Newcastle range at Fenwick as well as from our website. mehaart.com.

BOTTOMLESS PROSECCO & NIBBLES

Start your week in style and enjoy bottomless prosecco and nibbles, Monday - Friday, 5pm until 7pm at Colonel Porter’s. For £25pp, fizz fanatics can get bubbly in the comfort of this beautiful bolthole on Dean Street and tuck into tasty treats as they’re served out. Round up your pals and put the fun back into Monday.

It’s the first day of a new week, so let’s make sure it’s a good one! colonelporters.co.uk

Join Jordan Brookes at The Stand Comedy Club this Monday for an evening of guaranteed laughs as he brings his new show ‘Body of Work’ to the comedy circuit. In August 2015, his nana Gwendoline Martha Brookes passed away.

This show is a genuine attempt to pay tribute to her. What a way to do it! Why not make it a moreish Monday with pre-show dining at The Stand Bistro? thestand.co.uk

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REWIND Get the gang together and have some fun at this feel-good student night. £4, 11pm. Powerhouse, facebook.com/powerhouseclub

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MEHA: The curved steel roof of the Sage stands out. I also loved capturing the Angel of the North and of course, I made sure to include the city’s many iconic bridges. I also managed to get one or two magpies in there for good measure it’s important to reflect the city’s great love of football in my work as well as capturing the rich arts and culture scene.

REGGAE MONDAYS Get all the chilled out vibes at the

coolest reggae night of the week. Free, 9pm. Bar Loco, barloconewcastle.com

FOOD & DRINK

MONDAY MADNESS Join the Monday Madness with dinner for only £9.99 when you download the offer from the Za Za Bazaar Facebook page. Don’t miss out on this delicious deal that promises to take you on a foodie journey around the world! £9.99, every Monday.

Za Za Bazaar, getintonewcastle.co.uk

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MUSIC

GOAT GIRL South London’s Goat Girl are heading to the Toon this Monday for a must-see gig! They’re here to share their new track ‘Scream’ and have announced a spring 2018 headline tour! £8, 8pm. The Cluny, thecluny.com TINY MOVING PARTS Join Tiny Moving Parts for a must-see gig at Think Tank, Newcastle this Monday evening. £10, 7.30pm - 10.30pm. Think Tank, yourfutureisdigital.com

10.04.18 TASTY TUESDAY

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TUESDAYS Tuck in for a fab feast at Dobson & Parnell this Tuesday.

Grab your favourite foodie friend and enjoy a delicious meal from the set menu, and receive another free for a chum.

This nourishing NE1 offer is available for both lunch and dinner every Tuesday. To redeem this offer you must book online in advance and state that you’re booking in for the 2-4-1 deal. Forks at the ready for a delicious dinner at this Quayside hotspot! dobsonandparnell.co.uk

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Graduate from muggle to magician at the Discovery Museum this Tuesday! The mysterious magician workshop is perfect for kids aged 5-14, as they receive all the tools needed to master card tricks and illusions that will wow! The tricks introduced by a real magician will focus on the use of simple objects helping youngsters with co-ordination, confidence and creativity. A great activity to get kids working as a team during the Easter school holidays. Channel your inner Harry, Hermione or Ron and join the fun at the Discovery Museum! discoverymuseum.org.uk

THEATRE

HOPELESS Award-winning spoken word artist, Leyla Josephine is taking audiences on a journey through the apathetic attitudes of millennials at the Alphabetti Theatre this Tuesday. £8, 7.30pm. Alphabetti Theatre, alphabettitheatre.co.uk

FILM MARY AND THE WITCH’S FLOWER (JAPANESE) An exhilarating tale of an ordinary girl who stumbles upon a flower and a little broomstick. Mary is whisked away to Ednor College - a school of magic where she goes off on a charming, heartfelt adventure. From £5.20, 8pm.

Cineworld, cineworld.co.uk

COMEDY ANDREW RYAN & CHRIS KENT: THE FULLY CORKED TOUR Join Irish comedians, Andrew Ryan and Chris Kent for a show with a double dose of funniness! £12, 8.30pm.

The Stand Comedy Club, thestand.co.uk

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EASTER SCHOOL

Love to dance? Find out all you need to know and perfect your moving skills this Easter at Dance City. Youngsters aged 6 - 16 are invited in for four fun-filled days from Tuesday 10th - Friday 13th April to take part in everything from street dance to musical theatre. Find your feet in the wonderful world of dance and show ‘em what you’ve got at the end of the week with a performance in the Dance City theatre. Move your feet to the sound of the beat! Book up in advance. dancecity.co.uk

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MUSIC SHERIDAN IN CONCERT BAFTA and Olivier Award-winning performer, Sheridan Smith, is set to take to the Sage stage following the release of her new self-titled album, Sheridan.

We can’t wait to see her back in the Toon! From £40.90, 7.30pm. Sage, sagegateshead.com

11.04.18 WHAT A WEDNESDAY!

HAPPY HUMP DAY

Happy hour Celebrate Hump Day at As You Like It this week with a fantastic 2-4-1 happy hour on all drinks and burgers! From 5pm until 7pm Sunday Friday, diners and drinkers alike can make their way through the colourful cocktail list before tucking into a big juicy burger! What better way

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2-4-1 HAPPY HOUR ON ALL DRINKS AND BURGERS! to celebrate that almost-weekend feeling? ‘Dirty Burgers’ are made up of premium beef chuck steak and come served with twice cooked chips and a pot of backyard tomato relish. Yum! All washed down with creative concoctions, beers, wines and spirits. asyoulikeitjesmond.com

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Supper Club

Not “ ENJOY A SUPERFOOD your SUPPER CLUB

Sit back, relax and enjoy a Superfood Supper Club at the Tyneside Cinema this Wednesday.

Eat healthy this Hump Day with five fabulous themed courses of the finest cuisine for just £39.95 per person. What’s more? A drink flight will be included in the menu pairing, so you really don’t have to lift a finger. Your evening is in the hands of the fabulous team at the Tyneside Cinema - and we’re sure you’ll come away feeling full and content after another successful Supper Club! tynesidecinema.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK MOJITO WEDNESDAYS Go to Popolo for Mojito Wednesdays, all for the cracking price of £3.95. We’ll drink to that! From 5pm. Popolo, getintonewcastle.co.uk WEDNESDAY COOKERY CLUB Book in for Blackfriars’ Sausage Masterclass this Wednesday! The perfect class for home cooks who want to take their cooking to the next level. A relaxed, informative and fun session for foodies. £35pp, 6pm - 9pm. Blackfriars, blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk

CLUB DIRTIZ Celebrate that midweek feeling and party all night with your pals at Dirtiz. We can’t think of a better way to spend Wednesday night! £6, 10pm. Perdu, perdubar.com

BIG WEDNESDAY: MAD ABOUT MODERN ART Round up the kids and check in at the Laing Art Gallery for their fun-filled family art session. This Big Wednesday focuses on the beauty of modern art - helping youngsters to develop their abstract art skills and think about a new way of seeing objects and places. Families can work together to arrange still life pieces, create self-portraits and produce modernist home paintings using all kinds of exciting materials. laingartgallery.org.uk

MUSIC TAKE IT TO THE BRIDGE Jam along with fellow budding musicians and join in as you wish. There’s no obligation to play. Audiences are very welcome! £1, 8pm - 11pm.

The Globe, jazz.coop SHAME Get your live music fix this Wednesday at The Cluny. Shame are in town and ready to share their music with an NE1 audience! £8.50, 7.30pm. The Cluny, thecluny.com

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RSC LIVE 2018: MACBETH

See a screening of RSC Live’s Macbeth at Cineworld, The Gate this Wednesday. Returning home from battle, the victorious Macbeth meets three witches on the heath. Driven by their disturbing prophecies, he sets out on the path to murder. This fresh new production of Shakespeare’s darkest psychological thriller marks both Christopher Eccleston’s RSC debut and the return of Niamh Cusack to the Royal Shakespeare Company. A must-see screening for the culture vultures out there! cineworld.co.uk

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EGGSTRA SPECIAL EASTER BREAK

Looking for an eggstra special Easter break with a loved one this year? Look no further than Newcastle's Crowne Plaza! This Stephenson Quarter favourite is in the perfect position for a 'me and you' getaway in the city. Couples can enjoy a beautiful bed and breakfast stay for just £89 between 25th March and 8th April 2018. There's a minimum three night stay over Easter Saturday, subject to availability. igh.com/crowneplaza

HAIRSPRAY 25 - 30 JUNE

The big girl with a big heart and an even bigger voice is ready to take to the Theatre Royal stage this June! We’re switching up our hair dos, dressing head to toe in sequins and going back in time to Baltimore in 1962.

Tracy Turnblad is on a mission to follow her dreams and dance her way onto national TV. The local star uses her newfound fame to fight for equality, bagging heartthrob Link Larkin along the way! Theatre-goers won’t be able to stop their feet from moving with numbers such as Welcome To The 60s, You Can’t Stop The Beat and The Nicest Kids in Town. Let your hair down and book it now! Tickets from £17.75, 7.30pm. Theatre Royal, theatreroyal.co.uk

HIT THE NORTH FESTIVAL 4 - 6 MAY

The Horrors, Marmozets, Jungle, British Sea Power and Tom Grennan are among the artists unveiled for Hit The North Festival 2018. The event, now in its second year, will return once again taking over 15 city centre venues. The focus for Hit the North is on new music; whether that’s from established bands with new releases, or from brand new artists just stepping out into the world of music. This exciting festival is set to run from 4 - 6 May across several Newcastle venues. It will feature over 120 artists with 75 unsigned bands to play on the Saturday. Sunday tickets from £30, weekend tickets from £50. hitthenorthfestival.co.uk

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL OVO 29 AUGUST - 2 SEPTEMBER

Prepare to be blown away by the acrobatic geniuses of Cirque du Soleil as they launch, twist, turn and leap onto the Metro Radio Arena stage. You’ll be wowed from start to finish as they thrill with their non-stop riots of energy and movement. The show has captivated more than five million people worldwide so far, come down and see what all the fuss is about! Tickets from £46.30.

Metro Radio Arena, metroradioarena.co.uk

RUBY WAX: FRAZZLED 20 & 21 APRIL

The smart and sassy Ruby Wax is on Tyneside this April for a must-see stage show based on her number one best seller, A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled. The actress and comic interviewer is now known as a mental health campaigner, lecturer and author. In this show, she gives a tour of the mind and how to use it, not lose it. It’s your passport to saner living... don’t miss out at Northern Stage this April!

Tickets from £20, 8pm.

Northern Stage, northernstage.co.uk

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