Get into Newcastle issue 164

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THE YEAR OF THE PIG

We're ringing in the Chinese New Year in Newcastle with a vibrant street parade, dragon dances and a tour of Chinatown!

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WORD ON THE STREET

There's lots going on in NE1 as we step into February. From new foodie spots, to big gigs and an ice palace, we're on a roll!

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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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Chinese New Year is known as ‘chun-jie’ in our language and is one of the most prominent and well celebrated festivals in the world.

Just like Christmas in the west, the festival is a time of great joy where families get together to have what is known as the 're-union dinner' and ring in the Chinese New Year celebrations.

Like in previous years, our Chinese Festivity Group have organised our own celebrations here in Newcastle on the 10th February.

The celebrations will involve dragon dancing and traditional art performances as well as martial arts.

The Chinese dragon parade is only one of a number of events and celebrations taking part in Newcastle this Chinese New Year and we hope that more people come into the city, visit Chinatown to witness the spectacle and enjoy the tastes, sights and sounds of the celebrations.

I hope the Year of the Pig brings great fortune to the city and all its residents and visitors.

For all of you out there who may be getting home-sick or are just interested in getting to know a little bit more about the Chinese culture, all of you are welcome!

CHENXI LI CHINESE FESTIVITY GROUP CHINESE STUDENTS AND SCHOLAR’S ASSOCIATION AT NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY

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We’ve got colourful Chinese New Year celebrations, some very exciting icy pop-ups, plenty of cultural goings-on, family favourites, music moments and more!

We’re about to start the second month of the new year, and it’s the perfect time to really get the ball rolling and fill those diaries for 2019.

To help you, we’re giving you the word on all the latest openings and we’ve picked out some brilliant ‘book it now’ dates for your calendars.

February is often considered the month of love, with Valentine’s Day smack bang in the middle of it. We’re helping you plan ahead with date night destinations, sweet spots, cultured moments and party nights for those celebrating with loved ones. Time for another fantastic fortnight in Newcastle. Have a good one!

NORTHERN STAGE

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12 - 16 FEBRUARY Think King Lear, but set on the River Humber. Jack Lear is a gritty re-work of the Shakespeare tragedy, telling the tale of a wealthy trawlerman preparing to retire and hand over his fleet to his three feisty daughters.

A must-see this month! northernstage.co.uk

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Matt & Hal's Gag Reels

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3 FEBRUARY Join Matt and Hal at The Stand Comedy Club for their ‘Gag Reels’ - bringing a brilliant panel show about films, that isn’t really about films! Expect jokes, games and lots of silliness. thestand.co.uk

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An Evening with Professor Paul Davies 6 FEBRUARY Budding scientists should visit the Life Science Centre for an inspiring evening in the company of Professor Paul Davies. An exclusive opportunity to see the physicist as he shares insights from his new book, The Demon in the Machine. life.org.uk In-t he-k now

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Ozzy Osbourne with special guest Judas Priest 5 FEBRUARY The Prince of Darkness is back, and he’s taking to the Metro Radio Arena stage this February, in a must-see show with support from Judas Priest. The ‘No More Tours 2’ tour will span five decades of music! metroradioarena.co.uk

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5 FEBRUARY Flick to page 14 for inspiration on where to celebrate Chinese New Year in the city. The Chinese Zodiac New Year celebrations kick off on Tuesday 5th February, bringing the Year of the Pig to NE1.

The vibrant dragon-dancing parade will take to the streets of Newcastle on Sunday 10th February - starting at Old Eldon Square and parading through Stowell Street in Chinatown.

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5 - 9 FEBRUARY The most famous tragic love story of all arrives at the Theatre Royal this February. Theatre-lovers are in for a treat as the Royal Shakespeare Company comes together to tell the tale of two lovers torn apart by their families. theatreroyal.co.uk

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COUNTY HOTEL

Grease: Bottomless Sing-a-long

2 FEBRUARY Time to dust off those leather jackets, get down to the County Hotel and get ready for a bit of Greased Lightning!

Sing-a-long to a screening of Grease, while sipping on unlimited prosecco and cocktails.

Does it get much better? countyhotel.co.uk

DOBSON & PARNELL

Australian Wine Dinner

31 JANUARY Celebrate the end of Dry January in style with sumptuous sips at Dobson & Parnell’s Australian Wine Dinner! Tuck in to a five course feast, served alongside five matching wines. dobsonandparnell.co.uk

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Word on the Street ICE, ICE BABY

STACK’s main plaza area has had an exciting new makeover, and things are about to get icy! For three months, the people of NE1 can look forward to a sub-zero ice adventure taking over the Hadrian’s Tipi space for the rest of the winter. The Lonewolf Ice Bar will bring specialist cocktails, inspiring entertainment and spectacular ice sculptures, sculpted by the very people that brought us the Game of Thrones Ice Throne for HBO! Other sculptures include a snow mobile and a life-sized skier. It might be chilly, but it’s the place to be in NE1 this winter. Wrap up warm, round up your pals and party away in the city's brand new ice palace! Bar entry starts from £12, with several packages available for group parties. stacknewcastle.com

NEW FOODIE FRIENDS

Looking for a new foodie spot to add to your dining out list? Have you come across the delicious new Italian eatery on Dean Street? Foodies must visit Newcastle's new Topolino Restaurant this winter - it's the place to be for wholesome, home-cooked Italian comfort food that’s sure to leave you with a smile on your face! Think pizzas packed with tasty toppings, all your favourite pasta dishes, steaks, grills and vibrant vegetarian options, too. There’s nothing quite like a carb-overload to warm you up on those dark winter nights. Work up an appetite, gather your gang and get down to this newbie for an authentic Italian feast that promises to leave you feeling full and content! facebook.com/topolino-restaurant

ANYONE FOR TACOS?

It’s time to ditch your new year diets in NE1, because American fast food favourite, Taco Bell, has landed! The hugely-anticipated Tex-Mex spot on Grainger Street serves up the same tasty Mexican-inspired bites our US foodie friends know and love. Think soft and crunchy tacos, beef and bean burritos, loaded nachos and cheesy chicken quesadillas!

What’s not to love? We’ll see you there... tacobelluk.com

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A BIG GIG

This summer’s This Is Tomorrow Festival just keeps on delivering the goods when it comes to first-class line-ups! Welsh rock royalty, Stereophonics will be joining Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds and the Foals to head up this hugely-anticipated music event at Exhibition Park. The band will take centre stage on Sunday 26 May, performing singles from their gold-certified album ‘Scream Above The Sounds’, including: All In One Night, Caught By The Wind and Taken A Tumble. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see the fabulous four-piece live in NE1 this May! thisistomorrow.co.uk

SHARK BITES BACK!

Shark Club is a main fixture in the city when it comes to sport, and with the Six Nations rugby lined up for February, there's no better place to be! It’s not just limited to sports, though - complete with delicious burgers, the infamous wings nights and a beer to suit any palate, there are so many reasons we love this city centre spot!

What's more? Shark Club has freshened up its look to make your experience even better. It has undergone a facelift and it's back open now! Pop down, grab a pint and enjoy the some Shark Club sports action in the city! sharkclub.com

CALLING ALL CULTURE VULTURES

Looking for a new city centre exhibition to intrigue and inspire? Why not check out Hatton Gallery’s new Francis Bacon and Ellen Gallagher showcase. Irish born artist Francis Bacon is one of the most celebrated painters of the last century, best known for his idiosyncratic approach to the human figure. Ellen Gallagher is considered one of the most acclaimed contemporary artists to have emerged from North America since the mid-1990s, known for highlighting issues of race, identity and transformation. This season, the pair’s work comes together at the gallery for the first time, in a new strand of programming focusing on the visual synergies between different artists’ bodies of work. Add this to your cultural diaries this year on show from 26 January until 18 May 2019. hattongallery.org.uk

BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN BEER & FOOD

Beeronomy is Hood Street’s newest arrival, bringing beer and gastronomy to the table in NE1!

It’s main aim is to bridge the gap between beer and beautiful dishes - proving that “great beer can compliment and enhance food in ways that wine cannot”. Swing by this new spot for flavour-filled food including Lindisfarne oysters, charcuterie plates, steaks, burgers, market fish and more - all washed down with some of the best beers on the market! Beeronomy also welcomes foodies and ale-lovers in for masterclasses and pairing experiences. Get yourselves there and learn something new about what you’re eating and drinking this year! beeronomy.com

Ellen Gallagher, Morphia, 2008-12, © Ellen Gallagher, Courtesy the artist and Hauser & Wirth Photo: Mike Bruce

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30.01.19 WHAT'S ON WEDNESDAY

BOYZONE After six UK number one singles, five UK number one albums and 25 years together, 90s boyband Boyzone return to the stage in celebration of their new album, 'Thank You & Goodnight'. Catch them at Metro Radio Arena as part of their 25th anniversary and farewell arena tour! metroradioarena.co.uk

If that's not enough FOOD & DRINK

THE RUMJACKS

Irish folk /punk band, The Rumjacks, arrive at The Cluny ready to wow crowds with their unique brand of celtic punk - which has earned them over 40 million views on YouTube!

Watch them do their stuff on stage, led by frontman Frankie McLaughlin, and prepare yourselves for a night of well-oiled sing-a-longs and beautiful ballads. thecluny.com

Scottish Ballet's Cinderella

WEDNESDAY COOKERY CLUB - MEXICANO Do you love nachos and guacamole? Our friends at Blackfriars are inviting you to take your love of Mexican food one step further with a colourful cookery class, helping you create this vibrant cuisine in your own kitchen! £35pp, 6pm - 9pm. Blackfriars, blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk 2-4-1 BURGERS ALL DAY WEDNESDAY Grab a mate and head to The Holy Hobo this Wednesday for great deals on delicious burgers! Order a burger from the main menu and enjoy another one for free, every Hump Day! What’s not to love? 2-4-1, every Wednesday. The Holy Hobo, holyhobo.co.uk

MUSIC TAKE IT TO THE BRIDGE Join The Globe’s weekly jam session this Wednesday. The format is simple… a group of musicians turn up and play jazz standards, and anyone is welcome to join in! Time to get jazzy, folks! £1, 7.30pm 10.30pm. The Globe, jazz.coop JIMMY EAT WORLD In addition to their shows supporting Frank Turner, emo-rock icons, Jimmy Eat World are on the road, taking to the O2 Academy stage in Newcastle this January! Don’t miss out on this great NE1 gig. £25.85, 7pm O2 Academy, academymusicgroup.com

FILM GREEN BOOK Looking for your film fix this Wednesday?

Check in at Tyneside Cinema today for a screening of Green Book - a true story of an odd-defying friendship in the 60s.

From £6.75, 12pm, 2.50pm, 5.40pm & 8.30pm. Tyneside Cinema, tynesidecinema.co.uk

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Christopher Hampson’s Cinderella is everything we adore about the classic fairy tale – made fresh, funny and touching. Catch it at the Theatre Royal and allow the billowing ball gowns to whisk you away into a magical world! Complete with Prokofiev’s irresistibly melodic score performed live by the Scottish Ballet Orchestra. theatreroyal.co.uk

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31.01.19 THURSDAY THRILLS

NE FUTURES UTC - JANUARY OPEN EVENING FOR 2019 ENROLMENT

Calling all students preparing to make their next move! Make sure you pop NE Future’s UTC Open Evening in your diaries this January, giving you a head-start within the digital and health sector. The talented team will be on hand to answer any burning questions about upcoming GCSE and A-Level subjects and options. It’s the perfect opportunity to visit NE Futures UTC, Stephenson’s Quarter, to get a taste of what makes this unique school tick, and the opportunities available to the youth of the North East. A must-attend evening to help you make the right choices! nefuturesutc.co.uk

Breakfast with the Tiger

Fancy a bite to eat with your budding bookworm? Make your way to Seven Stories’ café this Thursday for a beauty of a breakfast inspired by Judith Kerr’s The Tiger Who Came to Tea . The café will be open Tuesday to Friday throughout term time, 9.30am - 11am for brekkie fun with tigerthemed games and crafts. Putting the fun into breakfast time! sevenstories.org.uk

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FILM NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: I’M NOT RUNNING I’m Not Running is an explosive new play premiered at the National Theatre and broadcast live to cinemas across the UK. See it in NE1 this Thursday as it screens at the Tyneside Cinema! From £10, 7pm. Tyneside Cinema, tynesidecinema.co.uk

CLUB VICE CITY: QUEEN SPECIAL Is this real life? Is this just fantasy? This one is for real in Newcastle! Head to World HQ for a Queen special that’s sure to make you feel good and get you up on the dancefloor! £8, 11pm. World HQ, welovewhq.com

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THE THURSDAY SHOW Start the weekend early with a laugh

An evening with Alice Roberts:

a minute at The Stand Comedy Club. The Thursday Show

AUSTRALIAN WINE DINNER

There’s a feast for wine-lovers happening down at Dobson and Parnell, and you’re all invited! Our friends at this Quayside gem will be joined by Scott McWilliam, a sixth generation family winemaker and ambassador for McWilliams winery.

He’ll be guiding guests through a very special Australian Wine Dinner celebrating the end of Dry January in style! The evening includes a welcome drink, five-course feast with five matching world-renowned wines and coffee to finish. Don’t miss it! dobsonandparnell.co.uk

DIGGING INTO BRITAIN’S PAST

Go behind-the-scenes at Northern Stage this Thursday as anthropologist, author and broadcaster, Professor Alice Roberts, delves deep into Britain’s past - sharing her personal journeys along the way! She’s presented seven series of Digging For Britain and has explored the history of our towns and cities in Britain’s Most Historic Towns , now she’s here in NE1 to share her own stories, anecdotes and footage. Don’t forget to join the live Q&A after the show! northernstage.co.uk

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features the best comperes, established headliners and local up-and-coming acts. Guaranteed laughs from start to finish! £10 (standard), £7 (concession), £5 (members), 8.30pm.

The Stand Comedy Club, thestand.co.uk

KIDS MUSEUM MICE Round up the little ones and get down to the Great North Museum this Thursday for Museum Mice - an under fives play and exploration session. It’s a great way for tots to socialise and make new friends. Free, 10.30am 11.30am. Great North Museum, greatnorthmuseum.org.uk

MUSIC JOHN GRANT PLUS E.B. THE YOUNGER Calling all musiclovers! John Grant returns to the stage with his new album, Love Is Magic. See him at Sage Gateshead this Thursday. £27.30, 7.30pm. Sage, sagegateshead.com

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CLUB DIRTY LITTLE SECRET Get down to Newcastle’s very own palace party for a night of house anthems, old school hip hop and R&B. Tup Tup Palace is the place to be this Friday round up your pals and don’t miss out! £5 earlybird tickets available, 11pm. Tup Tup Palace, bigbadrobot.com

COMEDY

SOULED OUT

Survived Dry January? Ready for a night out on the Toon? Get yourselves to Colonel Porter’s Emporium this Friday for Souled Out - a feel-good Friday night social for lovers of soul, Motown, funk, disco and classic house! Round up your party pals, grab a cocktail at the bar and get 'Souled Out' in style! colonelporters.co.uk

MR SHINDIG COMEDY REACTS TO… BACON KNEES & SAUSAGE FINGERS Get your tissues ready to wipe away your tears of laughter as comedy genius, Mr Shindig, AKA the hilarious Hal Branson and Joby Mageean, take to the Alphabetti Theatre stage! Prepare for the ultimate feel-good Friday night with friends. Alphabetti Theatre, alphabettitheatre.co.uk

FOOD & DRINK FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE HUDSON Get your gladrags on and get down to The Hudson this Friday for an evening of high-end drinking and dancing! With resident DJs playing an eclectic mix of funk, soul and jazz, and plenty of cocktails to work your way through, you’re sure to start the weekend in style! Free entry, until 12am. The Hudson, hudsonnewcastle.co.uk COCKTAILS & CANAPÉS Planning your next dinner party?

Get prepped at Blackfriars Cookery School this Friday as the Cocktails & Canapés masterclass returns! Learn how to make your favourite tipples and nibbles and perfect your party hosting techniques! £45, 6pm - 9pm. Blackfriars, blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk

ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL DUO SHOW FEAT. RAY BENSON & KATIE SHORE

'New Routes', the latest album by Asleep at the Wheel, marks both a new path forward and a nod to the freewheeling roots of one of Texas’ best-loved bands. The band are making their way to the North East this February and we wouldn't want you to miss it! Expect fresh new music, vibrant covers and some real talent as they take to the Sage Gateshead stage this Friday! sagegateshead.com

MUSIC

GREEN BOOK

Get your Friday film fix at Tyneside Cinema as Green Book is screened several times throughout the day.

It tells the uplifting true story of an odds-defying friendship, following Italian-American Tony Lip, who is hired to chauffeur African-American pianist, Dr. Don Shirley on a concert tour through the Deep South. The unlikely pair embark on an important road trip that’s bound to change both their lives forever. A must-see screening! tynesidecinema.co.uk

Botanist x NARS x Moët Masterclass

Get your 2019 beauty hacks from the talented team at NARS cosmetics this Friday at The Botanist.

What’s more? The mighty Moët & Chandon will also be on board to give makeup lovers the ultimate beauty and bubbly experience in NE1! Think champagne reception, afternoon tea, and the chance to see the all-new SS19 NARS collection as seen on Naomi Campbell. You’ll also receive £20 to redeem on NARS purchases in-store at Fenwick Newcastle. Sounds perfect, right?

Count us in! thebotanist.uk.com

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PRINCE TRIBUTE - ENDORPHINMACHINE Endorphinmachine, the nine-piece Prince tribute, are taking to the O2 Academy stage in what promises to be an evening of power, passion and top class Prince tunes! From £14.60, 6.30pm. O2 Academy, academymusicgroup.com

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If you’ve got some mini music-lovers, make sure they know about Sage Gateshead’s Classics 4 Kids: The RNS Aviary event this Saturday!

Bradley Creswick brings a special selection of music inspired by our feathered friends, including Vaughan Williams’ beautiful work, The Lark Ascending . sagegateshead.com

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SATURDAY ART CLASSES FOR 10-15 YEAR OLDS The first Saturday of the month means another Saturday Art Class at

One of R&B’s most iconic names, Alexander O’Neal, is taking to the Tyne Theatre & Opera House stage this Saturday and it’s a must for music-lovers of the North East! Celebrating 30 years of the iconic 'Hearsay' album, we’re ready to belt out some of his top tunes including If You Were Here Tonight. tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

Tony Law is taking to The Stand stage this weekend and his ‘A Lost Show’ promises side-splitting fun from start to finish! Comedyfollowers will laugh, cry, sing and shout as Tony’s stand-up show unravels. thestand.co.uk

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the Laing Art Gallery. This hands-on workshop for 10-15 year olds gives participants the chance to work with professional educators to learn something new in the wonderful world of arts and crafts. £4, 10.15am - 11.45am. Laing Art Gallery, laingartgallery.org.uk

MUSIC SINGING STELLAS Develop your vocal skills and harmony singing in a friendly and enjoyable atmosphere at Sage Gateshead. Pop along and sing a variety of musical styles in

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Calling all Gary Barlow fans... get down to the Grosvenor Casino this Saturday for a dinner and show evening in the hands of Tristan Parrock, one of the leading tributes to the man himself, Gary Barlow! Enjoy a three-course meal, drinks, free bet, table tuition and top tunes. grosvenorcasinos.com

an all-female singing group for all abilities. Every Saturday during term time. £3.50 per session, 11am - 1pm.

Sage, sagegateshead.com ADAM FRASER & TONY HUTCHINSON Spend Saturday night at 1920s-themed spot, Colonel Porter’s Emporium, and dance the night away to lounge and electro house tunes from Adam Fraser and Tony Hutchinson. Every Saturday.

Free entry, 8pm - 2am. Colonel Porter’s Emporium, colonelporters.co.uk JARROD DICKENSON Storytelling is something of a Texas

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The Storyteller is back, and he’s bringing some brilliant stories from all over the world! Round up your budding bookworms and let your imagination run away with you as Chris Bostock returns to Northern Stage with his Saturday morning storytelling session. northernstage.co.uk

The County Hotel’s Grease Bottomless Sing-a-long is the one that you want this Saturday! Dust off those leather jackets and journey back to Rydell High for an all-singing, alldancing screening of 50s favourite, Grease! Complete with unlimited prosecco and cocktails, disco and prizes for best dressed, you won’t want to miss this! countyhotel.co.uk

Folk feels

This Saturday, The Dead South are in the Toon, bringing their neo-folk charm to O2 Academy audiences! Expect an evening of incredibly energetic, passionate and dark-humoured music. academymusicgroup.com

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Start February with bundles of feelgood fun for the whole family! Here’s what’s on this weekend…

tradition. Tall hats and even taller tales are woven into the fabric of The Lone Star State, and singer-songwriter, Jarrod Dickenson can spin a yarn with the best of them! Experience his soulful Americana tunes at The Cluny this Saturday. £12, 8pm - 11pm. The Cluny, thecluny.com

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03.02.19 IT'S THE WEEKEND!

More on Sunday ART

DIGITAL CITIZEN - THE PRECARIOUS SUBJECT A new exhibition has popped up at BALTIC, drawing on the

imagination of contemporary artists and inspiring ideas of citizenship in the digital age. Featured artists include: Alan Butler, Daniela Ortiz, Jonas Staal and James Bridle. Don’t miss it! Free, 10am - 6pm. BALTIC, baltic.art

DANCE TANGO LESSON AND MILONGA Join professional dancers, Liliana Tolomei and Santiago León for a tango class followed by a social dance, La Milonga de los Domingos. A friendly and intimate Sunday evening milonga with traditional music

2 FOR 1 DRINKS Fancy a Sunday sip? Make your way to The Gate’s Za Za Bazaar and end the weekend in style with 2-4-1 drinks. Offer valid on selected cocktails, wine and beer.

What’s not to love? Za Za Bazaar, zazabazaar.com

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The classic rock fan’s ultimate live jukebox takes to the Sage stage this Sunday and it’s a must-attend event for music-lovers of the North East! From AC/DC to Queen, The Eagles and everything in between this show promises anthem after anthem! sagegateshead.com

Two cult alt-rap figures are making their way to The Cluny this Sunday and we’re very excited about it! Don’t miss out on the chance to see Homeboy Sandman and Edan, both mavericks of modern hip-hop! thecluny.com

Night cap End the weekend on a high with a cocktail or two at Revolution. Whether it’s a classic mojito or a tropical ‘Calypso Cooler’, there’s a tipple for everyone. Sit, sip and enjoy! revolution-bars.co.uk

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Are you a fan of panel shows? A bit of a film fanatic?

Don’t miss Matt and Hal’s Gag Reels this Sunday at The Stand Comedy Club! Teams will battle it out to be the best at having nothing and everything to do with the movies! thestand.co.uk

Rap it out HIP HOP ICONS

Blondie drummer Clem Burke is teaming up with official tribute, Bootleg Blondie this February for a must-see tour, celebrating 40 years since the release of iconic album, 'Parallel Lines'. Don’t miss this mega mash-up at Newcastle’s O2 Academy! academymusicgroup.com

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Is there anything better than a movie and mouthwatering treats on a Sunday? Tuck in to afternoon tea at Tyneside Bar Cafe, as a classic film plays out on the big screen. Why not make it a bubbly affair with a special glass of fizz? tynesidecinema.co.uk

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If a hearty meal is what you’re after this Sunday, book in for a luxurious lunch at YOLO Townhouse. With everything from pizza and tapas, to kebabs and burgers, you’re sure to leave feeling full and content! yolotownhouse.com

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Start your Sunday with a coffee break at the new Maldron Hotel on Newgate Street. Pop in to see some new friendly faces and warm up with a fresh cup of the good stuff! maldronhotelnewcastle.com

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CHINESE NEW YEAR

The Year of the Pig!

ONE OF THE MOST COLOURFUL CELEBRATIONS IN OUR CALENDAR IS BACK WITH A BANG!

WHAT: ANOTHER VIBRANT CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION COMES TO TOWN AS WE CELEBRATE THE YEAR OF THE PIG! WHERE: STOWELL STREET AND SURROUNDING AREAS WHEN: SUNDAY 10 FEBRUARY 2019 We’re gathering for Chinese New Year festivities on Sunday 10 February in the city centre. Here’s everything you need to know about the Year of the Pig in Newcastle...

The people of NE1 will be pleased to hear that we’re kicking off the celebrations with the much-loved Chinese New Year Parade!

The dazzling display will wind its way through the hustle and bustle of the city, from Old Eldon Square, under the Chinese Arch, along Stowell Street and finishing up on Bath Lane, where the celebrations will continue.

Stowell Street will once again be at the heart of this cultural celebration in NE1, the perfect spot for spectators to gather and soak up the atmosphere as the day goes on.

Expect dragon dancing, flag waving, impressive themed floats, magnificent musicians and a sparkling parade as the streets come alive to celebrate the Year of the Pig. The Chinese community is a bustling area of town - and the perfect time to experience its authenticity is during Chinese New Year!

We’re celebrating this special spot in our city by guiding you through some of the best bits along the parade route!

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Parade pit-stops MAKE THE MOST OF THE CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS IN NE1 BY STOPPING OFF AT SOME OF OUR FAVOURITE SPOTS ALONG THE ROUTE...

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La Yuan Gallowgate

Umai Mi

Stroll through the Chinese Arch and make your way to La Yuan on Gallowgate for a glorious feast inspired by the real flavours of Sichuan in southwestern China.

The perfect spot for a foodie celebration! layman.co.uk

Grey's Quarter Check out this newbie near the Chinese New Year Parade starting point. Umai Mi is the place to be for a fine assortment of sociable, oriental food - from small eats and buns, to ramen, rice and stir-fry dishes. umaimi.co.uk

Wing Hong Stowell Street

Inspired by Chinese culture and want to inject a bit of its vibrancy into your cuisine? Pick up some fresh and frozen Chinese foods from this oriental food market on Stowell Street. winghong.co.uk

Palace Garden Stowell Street

Check in at this traditional Chinese restaurant where you can enjoy all the authentic dishes you can imagine and more! Anyone for some dim sum? palacegarden.co.uk

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Bubble Cha Stowell Street

In need of a pick-me-up refreshment in the midst of all the celebrations? Stop

by Bubble Cha on Stowell Street for a traditional Taiwanese tea! bubble-cha.com

Meet your mates at Meet & Treat on Bath Lane for a delicious treat or two! This Taiwanese gua bao and noodle house serves up scrummy panAsian food and freshly roasted coffee. facebook.com/meetandtreat

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Landmark

Stowell Street This Chinatown favourite is the place to be for high-quality Chinese food in a stylish and sophisticated surrounding.

Perfect for a family dinner or Chinese New Year celebrations with your chums. landmarkoriental.co.uk

Fujiyama Bath Lane

Fancy a feast that incorporates all the senses? Swing by Fujiyama on Bath Lane for interactive teppanyaki dining at its finest! fujiyama.restaurant

04.02.19 MONDAY MUSIC

Not your cup of tea?

FOOD & DRINK STUDENT NIGHT Students are invited to join the fun at Mr Mulligan’s Space Golf every Monday. Enjoy 18 holes for just £5 and double up spirits and mixers for £1. What’s more?

You’ll get free wings or nachos with any main meal! £5, from 7pm. Mr Mulligan’s Space Golf, mrmulligan.com STUDENT NIGHT AT COLONEL PORTER’S It’s student night down at Colonel Porter’s Emporium - bringing live DJs, drinks offers, spin-the-wheel happy hour and more! Don’t miss it.

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ENTER SHIKARI

Enter Shikari are the British alternative rock band that just keep on giving! They’re back on tour this year, swinging by Newcastle’s O2 Academy for a one-night-only show this Monday. 'The Stop The Clocks' tour is the perfect opportunity to witness the awardwinning alt-rock outfit in an intimate setting, as they perform their fifth album, 'The Spark'. academymusicgroup.com

TRANSATLANTIC SESSIONS

Bringing a fine combination of Celtic and American roots music to life, Transatlantic Sessions arrive on Tyneside this Monday to perform for a North East audience. Fiddle maestro, Aly Bain, and dobro legend, Jerry Douglas, are the project’s founding musical directors and lead the way when it comes to performing live. Join them with the rest of the band this Monday for a must-see show at Sage Gateshead. sagegateshead.com

White Lies

Start the week in style with an appearance from English post-punk band, White Lies, as they take to the Boiler Shop stage. Join Harry McVeigh, Charles Cave and Jack Lawrence as they play for a North East audience as part of their UK tour. With support from Boniface, this promises to be a cracking night of music in Newcastle. boilershop.net

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CHRIS KILLIP: THE LAST SHIPS Check out Chris Killip’s photographs at the Laing Art Gallery this Monday. His work focuses on the lives of working people and their resilience of spirit while at the same time recording the steady decline of industrial Britain. Find out more about this exhibition - in situ until May 2020! Free entry (donations welcome), 10am 5pm. Laing Art Gallery, laing.org.uk

MUSIC MUSIC LIVE UNDER FIVE: MINI MUSICIANS Take your budding musicians to Sage Gateshead this Monday for a Music Live Under Five session. They’ll get to sing, dance and play for an hour with a team of friendly live musicians. What’s not to love? £3.50 per adult/single child, 9.45am, 11am & 1pm. Sage, sagegateshead.com

THEATRE MARK KERMODE: HOW DOES IT FEEL? Join Mark Kermode at Northern Stage this Monday as he recounts his attempts to fulfil his dreams of becoming a pop star. A hilarious evening with the film critic, who recalls falling in love with Slade as a teenager! From £10, 7.30pm. Northern Stage, northernstage.co.uk

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05.02.19 TIME FOR TUESDAY

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See the most famous love story of all play out on stage at the Theatre Royal this week, starting Tuesday 5 February. The Royal Shakespeare Company are in town, ready to share the tale of two star-crossed lovers ripped apart by the bitter divide between their families. Don’t miss out on the chance to see Shakespeare’s tragic love story on stage! theatreroyal.co.uk

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LITTLE ARTISTS Discover the Laing with your little ones this Tuesday! Little Artists is a fun and relaxed creative making and moving session complete with fun and interactive gallery exploration activities. £3 (pre-book online), £4 (on the day), 10.30am - 11.30am. Laing Art Gallery, laingartgallery.org.uk

MUSIC INGLORIOUS + CITY OF THIEVES Inglorious are five young men with a mutual love and respect of the classics of hard rock music. Think big guitar riffs and soulful vocals! They’re at Boiler Shop this Tuesday for a must-see performance. £16.50, 7.30pm - 11pm. Boiler Shop, boilershop.net

FOOD & DRINK TONIGHT IT’S TANQUERAY Get down to Colonel Porter’s every Tuesday for all things Tanqueray. Gin is having a moment, so our friends at the 1920s-inspired bar are serving

OZZY OSBOURNE WITH SPECIAL GUEST JUDAS PRIEST

up the good stuff for a great price. Look out for special offers and limited edition cocktails. From 7pm. Colonel Porter's Emporium, colonelporters.co.uk 2 FOR 1 TUESDAY Take some time out for a tasty treat this

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and ‘Prince of Darkness’, Ozzy Osbourne is back in the business and he’s taking to the Metro Radio Arena stage for one night only this Tuesday!

‘NO MORE TOURS 2’ pokes fun at the star's ‘No More Tours’ shows in 1992. His farewell world tour will celebrate more than five decades as a performer. Expect big hits and the tour that will, this time, end all tours! metroradioarena.co.uk

Tuesday! Round up the troops and get down to Dobson & Parnell on Queen Street for 2-4-1 meals. Buy three courses and get another three for free. Yum! Every Tuesday.

Dobson & Parnell, dobsonandparnell.co.uk

TALKS & WORKSHOPS INSPIRED BY NORTHUMBERLAND’S NATURE Join Northumberland-based, award-winning photographer and musician, Andy Craig for an exciting evening of nature photography, music and song! He’ll share his photographs in themed slideshows, explaining how he draws inspiration from landscapes and the Northumberland Coast. Free for Natural History Society of Northumbria members, £5 suggested donation for non-members, 5.30pm - 7pm. Great North

AN EVENING WITH BRIAN FALLON

American singer-songwriter, Brian Fallon, is making his way to the North East this February, taking to the Wylam Brewery stage! See the star, best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of rock band, The Gaslight Anthem, as he brings ‘Songs From The Hymnal’ to an NE1 stage. Don’t miss it! wylambrewery.co.uk

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There’s a literary masterpiece with a comic twist coming to Northern Stage and it’s a must on your cultural diaries this February! Inspired by the real and imaginary worlds of the Brontës, two performers combine physical theatre with anarchic comedy to deconstruct gothic themes of love, madness and revenge! Expect wind, spooky houses and really bad coughs... northernstage.co.uk

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06.02.19 WEDNESDAY WINNERS

WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT

There's a bear hunt making it’s way from the West End up to NE1 this February as the smash-hit production of 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt' arrives at Northern Stage. Based on the much-loved picture book by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury, this mischievous play is the perfect treat for family theatre thrills. It’s a musical quest to find a bear and it promises bundles of fun for kids aged three and up! northernstage.co.uk

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GET STARTED WITH DRAWING The Laing Art Gallery has teamed up with Newcastle City Learning to bring a four-week drawing course, helping budding artists to experiment with drawing skills and techniques. Participants should bring a pad of A4 drawing paper, a 2B pencil and an eraser to the first session. £25.60 (for the course), every Wednesday 10.15am - 12.15pm. Laing Art Gallery, laingartgallery.org.uk

COMEDY RED RAW A weekly comedy showcase for beginners and the latest comedians on the circuit. Expect up to ten fantastic acts, giving audiences the chance to see the stars of tomorrow!

A wonderful Wednesday night out in the Toon. £3, 8.30pm.

The Stand Comedy Club, thestand.co.uk

NEWCASTLE LEGENDS WITH KEVIN KEEGAN AND SHAY GIVEN

Check in at City Hall this Wednesday for an evening in the company of some of Newcastle’s greatest sports stars, hosted by Perry Groves from Talksport. Join Kevin Keegan and Shay Given as the two legends talk about their colourful careers at Newcastle United. Expect football chat, dressing room stories, fall-outs and everything you’ve ever wanted to know about what it's like to put on a black and white shirt and play for the Magpies! theatreroyal.co.uk

KIDS ICE SKATING AT LIFE It isn’t too late to book a skating date with the family at Times Square’s winter ice rink!

Professor Paul Davies Physics-fanatics are in for a treat in NE1 this February, as Professor Paul Davies arrives at the Life Science Centre to share insights from his new book, The Demon in the Machine . In his new work, the physicist re-thinks our understanding of life as ‘organised information’. From DNA to ecosystems, hidden patterns of information emerge and combine to coax order out of chaos.

Don’t miss this intriguing evening of science in Newcastle! life.org.uk

Round up your friends and family and glide in style in NE1 this Wednesday! £3 (under 4s), £7.50 (chid 5-7), £9 (concession), £10 (adult), £27 (family ticket), 10am - 9pm.

Times Square, life.org.uk

MUSIC MUSIC LIVE UNDER FIVE: BABY MUSICIANS Shake, rattle and roll at Sage this Wednesday! Bring your tiny musicians along for a weekly family music making session where songs, dances and games will all help support development. £3.50 per adult / single child per session, 11am. Sage, sagegateshead.com TAKE IT TO THE BRIDGE Join The Globe’s weekly jam session this Wednesday. The format is simple… a group of musicians turn up and play jazz standards, and anyone is

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welcome to join in! Time to get jazzy, folks! £1, 7.30pm 10.30pm. The Globe, jazz.coop

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Irish rock band, The Murder Capital, are in the Toon this Wednesday for a must-see gig at Think Tank Underground. See band members, James McGovern, Damien Tuit, Cathal Roper, Gabriel Paschal Blake and Diarmuid Brennan, as they perform new music for an NE1 audience this February! thinktankunderground.co.uk

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WE KNOW WE'RE JUMPING THE GUN, BUT YOU'LL THANK US LATER THIS MONTH WHEN YOU'VE CRACKED YOUR VALENTINE'S DAY PLANS EARLY! WHETHER YOU'RE SPENDING IT WITH A FRIEND, FIANCÉ OR FAMILY MEMBER, WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED WITH WAYS TO GET LOVED UP IN NEWCASTLE! SHOWER WITH O’BRIENS LOFT CONTEMPORARY FLORIST Pick up a beautiful bunch for a loved one this Valentine’s Day, with the help of the talented team at O’briens Loft! Providing creative solutions for all your floral needs, a bundle of

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HOUSE OF BOTANICS

Swing by STACK this February for brilliant bouquets and plant-based gifts! Go here for luxurious floral arrangements and pretty plants to bring a bit of green into your loved ones’ life. Keep your eyes peeled for their regular workshops - they might just make the perfect date night in NE1! facebook.com/floralandbotanicalstyling

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Make someone’s day this year with a fantastic floral fusion from our friends at 5th Avenue Flowers! The bloomin’ lovely team will help you find something unique for that special someone.

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CRÊPEAFFAIRE THE BROWNIE BAR

Is chocolate the key to your loved ones’ heart? If so, there’s no better place to celebrate this Valentine’s Day than The Brownie Bar in Eldon Garden Shopping Centre. Grab a gorgeous gooey treat, a white choccy blondie or a salted caramel brownie. Yum! thebrowniebar.co.uk

PET LAMB PATISSERIE

Take your love to Newcastle's Pet Lamb Patisserie this Valentine's Day - a stunning city centre spot for those with a sweet tooth!

Shower your sweetheart with sugary treats, whether it's cupcakes, layer cakes or tray bakes, they are sure to impress! petlambpatisserie.com

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Round up your favourite people and flip those winter blues upside down with a sweet trip to Crêpeaffaire, intu Eldon Square. The place to be for vegan crêpes, gluten free galettes and gorgeous, chocolatey treats! crepeaffaire.com

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MASQUERADE BALL FOR ALL

Make it a mysterious Valentine’s celebration this year with The Vermont Hotel’s Masquerade Ball For All. Throw on your ball gown, hide behind a mask and step inside the mystical world of masquerade! It promises to be one of the most glamorous events of 2019, make sure you stick it in your diaries, play dress up and have a ball of a time! vermont-hotel.com

SOMETHING If you're looking for something a little different, or if your idea of date night is a gig with your mates, we've got you covered! Music-lovers should spend their Valentine’s weekend at Newcastle’s O2 Academy where two-time Grammy-nominated DJ, producer and EDM legend, Steve Aoki, will be taking to the decks.

An unmissable evening of genre-defying electro-house tunes! academymusicgroup.com

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WINE TIME AT ST VINCENT

Single and sick of hearing about all your loved up friends and their Valentine’s dates? If 14 February is just another day for you, but you still want to celebrate with someone close to you, we've got just the trick! Grab your fellow wine-loving chums, take a seat at St Vincent and celebrate the day of love with a bottle and your besties! stvincentncl.co.uk

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Share a sumptuous steak moment with your significant other this Valentine’s Day at Tomahawk Steakhouse. Expect stunning Quayside views, succulent cuts of meat and cocktails with class. The perfect date night destination in NE1! tomahawk-steakhouse.co.uk

Romeo and Juliet - is there anything more romantic? Celebrate Valentine’s Day early this year and check in at the Theatre Royal as Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of Romeo & Juliet takes to the stage from 5 - 9 February. The most famous love story of all promises to impress in NE1. theatreroyal.co.uk

MILLER & CARTER

Go glam with your Valentine’s celebrations this year with a three-course feast at Miller and Carter. From 11 - 15 February, foodie lovers can book in for a romantic, candlelit dinner, with delicious dishes including: cluck and duck wings, wild Atlantic scallops, grilled seabass, steaks and more. Seal the deal with the indulgent sharing board packed with marshmallows, profiteroles, doughnuts, brownie, fruit and sauces for dipping! millerandcarter.co.uk

GUSTO

Is it all about girl’s night this Valentine’s Day? Round up your gang and get down to World HQ on Saturday 16 Feb for a night that is ‘So Fetch’! Dress up, go out and join the 00s party. Whether Britney was your jam, you were crushing on McFly, or you were a die-hard Timberlake fan, this club night has it all. This is the ultimate noughties throwback, don't miss it with your squad this February! welovewhq.com

Go to Gusto this Valentine’s Day for gorgeous grub with a loved one. Kick things off with a Gusto Signature cocktail, start with a plate of dough petals to share and tuck in to tasty mains including honey-glazed duck, pan roast rump of lamb, Sicilian-style salmon and more!

Something sweet to finish? Why not gaze into each other’s eyes over a sensational sticky toffee pudding? gustorestaurants.uk.com

500 DAYS OF SUMMER SCREENING AT NEWCASTLE CASTLE

Take someone special to the most romantic spot in town this year as it screens 2009 rom-com, 500 Days of Summer in the Harbottle Suite. What’s more? There’ll be a candlelit tour of Newcastle Castle, followed by a delicious buffet. newcastlecastle.co.uk

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HEATHER PHILLIPSON: THE AGE OF LOVE

Explore one of the city’s most inspiring exhibitions with a loved one this Valentine’s Day! Heather Phillipson’s The Age of Love presents a series of videos, sounds and objects that operate as landmarks in a remixed geology - brought to life by functioning farm equipment, holding pens and the sounds of circling gulls. baltic.art

Heather Phillipson, The Age of Love, Still from multi-screen video, 2018

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07.02.19 THURSDAY THOUGHTS

UNIBET Premier League Darts

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MUSIC DE STAAT - OUTRAGEOUS CONTAGIOUS TOUR Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see rock band, De Staat,

Darts fans are invited to the Metro Radio Arena this Thursday to be a part of the opening night of 2019’s Unibet Premier League Darts event.

The ten-player tournament, featuring the likes of world number one, Michael van Gerwen, and colourful Peter 'Snakebite' Wright, promises plenty of nail-biting action from start to finish - don’t miss it! metroradioarena.co.uk

when they take to the O2 Academy stage this Thursday.

Bringing an intoxicating array of genres to the table, they’re an absolute must-see. £13.50, 7pm. O2 Academy, academymusicgroup.com GANGSTAGRASS Bluegrass and hip hop may sound like an odd combination, but when it comes to Gangstagrass, they’ve hit the nail on the head! See the electrifying band play live in NE1 this Thursday as they take to The Cluny stage. £15, 7.30pm - 11pm. The Cluny, thecluny.com

PWC PANTOMIME PRESENTS SLEEPING BEAUTY

Don’t miss Tyne Theatre & Opera House’s 33rd annual charitable panto production, brought to life by PwC staff, who aim to bring joy to kids from inner-city schools and charities, and panto alumni. This year’s magical production sees Princess Aurora put under a wicked spell by Insomnia - the most evil fairy in all the land! Come along to cheer, sing, hiss and boo as Prince George and his faithful sidekick, Derek the Dragon, battle to rescue her. tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

KHAKI SUITS AND TINGS

Looking for a fun, foot-stomping event to give you that almost-weekend feeling? We've got just the trick this Thursday. Our friends at Hoochie Coochie invite you to come and boogie on down at the venue's much-loved Khaki Suits & Tings event - a monthly musical feast of top reggae tunes, dub and rocksteady beats, hosted by the club’s regular DJs, Rodderick & Spencer. We can't think of a better place to be for a bit of post-work partying as the sun goes down on a Thursday evening! What's more?

Event entry is free and once inside, party-goers can enjoy 2-4-1 cocktails ’til 10pm. We'll see you on the dancefloor, folks. hoochiecoochie.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK DATE NIGHT NEWCASTLE Pull up your best socks and tweak your bow tie - it’s date night at Mr Mulligan’s Space Golf!

Couples can enjoy two games of golf and a drink each for a great price every Thursday. £18.50, from 7pm.

Mr Mulligan’s Space Golf, mrmulligan.com GIN O’CLOCK Get your gin fix at Blackfriars’ Tasting Room!

We just can’t get enough of this juniper spirit… so why not join the team for a gin masterclass where you’ll learn a bit more about your favourite tipple! £29, 6pm - 8pm.

Blackfriars, blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk

TALKS & WORKSHOPS STITCHES IN TIME TOUR Join a curator-led tour that gives you a sneak peek into the vast vintage costume store of the Discovery Museum! Visitors will get the chance to look at the changing fashion trends through the decades. £4, 11am - 12pm & 2pm - 3pm. Discovery Museum, discoverymuseum.org.uk

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Gin tasting There's always evening more...

WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT

The bear hunt is making it’s way from the West End up to NE1 this February as the smash-hit production arrives at Northern Stage. Based on the much-loved picture book by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury, this mischievous play is the perfect treat for family theatre thrills. It’s a musical quest to find a bear and it promises bundles of fun for kids aged three and up! northernstage.co.uk

Settle in at Sage for a tasty night of discovery! Join representatives from Hepple Gin Distillery and Marlish Tonic, as they school you through their history and share their top gin-making tips and stories, while you and friends sip on stylish expertlypaired cocktails. sagegateshead.com

CLUB CANDYPANTS Every Friday the world famous party takes over Livello. Expect glitz, glam and plenty of bubbles. £7, 11pm-3am. Livello, barlivello.co.uk

FOOD & DRINK PLAYERS FRIDAYS Gather your gang, get down to Players in The Gate and enjoy delicious drinks deals this Friday! You can get your hands on 2-4-1 cocktails and two drinks for £5.50.

What a way to start the weekend! Until 7pm. Players Sports Bar, playersbars.com

MUSIC SOUL’D OUT Newcastle’s only neo-soul night comes to town

GEORGIA BATES: MOTHER OF THE MOUNTAIN

this Friday! Alongside a fantastic house band, a collection of

Following a three-month residency with Tyneside Cinema, recent graduate Georgia Bates presents her new film Mother of the Mountain . Georgia has been working in the Northumberland landscape with local women's groups to make the film, which addresses issues such as motherhood, childlessness and ageing. The screening will also include a conversation with Georgia. Get your questions ready! tynesidecinema.co.uk

musicians and artists have the opportunity to get up and show us how it’s done! Free before 10pm, doors open 7pm, show starts 9pm. Hoochie Coochie, hoochiecoochie.co.uk DODGY The first time round, Dodgy were only together for seven years but sold over a million records worldwide. Now back together, Nigel Clark, Andy Miller and Matthew Priest

SHOWAOKE!

return with those catchy hits including ‘Staying Out For The Summer’. £22, 7pm. Riverside, riversidenewcastle.co.uk

THEATRE THE LIFE OF REILLY Following sell-out performances in 2017 and 2018, The Life of Reilly is back at Northern

PROFESSOR BRIAN COX UNIVERSAL WORLD TOUR 2019

Budding vocalists and show tune fanatics are invited to Alphabetti Theatre for a fun-filled night of singing around the theatre’s baby piano. Hosted by pianist, Tim Jasper, and Alphabetti's artistic director, Ali Pritchard, who will be providing backing vocals and encouragement, attendees will be given the chance to belt out all their favourite guilty-pleasures, from Eminem and The Lion King, to Sweeney Todd and The Prince of Bel Air. alphabettitheatre.co.uk

After setting two Guinness World Record titles with his previous sell-out live UK and Ireland tour, Professor Brian Cox OBE is back on the road with a brand new show for 2019, Professor Brian Cox Live 2019. Taking audiences on a fact-filled journey through the evolution of our solar system and the universe, he’ll be offering audiences a fascinating insight into the workings of nature. Prepare to have your minds blown in NE1 this Friday! metroradioarena.co.uk

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Stage! Living in a world where people don’t mean what they say, or say what they mean, can be tricky, and Reilly has questions… From £12, 12pm & 7pm. Northern Stage, northernstage.co.uk

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09.02.19 SATURDAY SOIRÉE

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Little ones are invited to Seven Stories to learn all about the circus. Through creative play, books and performances, they’ll discover all the fun that can be had when the circus comes to town. sevenstories.org.uk

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Coffee & culture Go vegan Have a go at making plant-based delights at Blackfriars’ special Vegan Cooking class, using fresh, local and seasonal veggies, plus legumes, pulses, nuts and more. Pick up cooking tips and enjoy a communal lunch! blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk

Time for another cracking NE1 weekender! Here are some of our top picks.

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Chat with fellow theatre-goers over tea and coffee at Theatre Royal’s Inside View Coffee Morning - and listen to an exclusive talk from a special theatre guest, who will be sharing their interesting stories and answering questions from the audience. theatreroyal.co.uk

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Make Union Rooms your lunch stop of choice this Saturday.

Indulge in loaded nachos and halloumi fries, fish and chips or vegan curry, or snack on light bites, from salads and wraps to tasty small plates to share. unionrooms.co.uk

Lose yourself at A Night at the Italian Opera at Sage Gateshead this weekend. Maestro Paul-Emmanuel Thomas and Sir Thomas Allen join a cast of rising operatic stars for an evening of glorious tunes, unchained passion and voices that’ll take your breath away. sagegateshead.com

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Catch Good Dog at Northern Stage. The story of growing up in a multi-cultural community and the everyday injustices that drive people to take back control. It’s a raw show that’s bound to leave an impression. northernstage.co.uk

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Mercury music

Queen fans are invited to the O2 Academy for a night of thrilling music, celebrating the life and legacy of rock icon, Freddie Mercury, and his bandmates. Performed by tribute band, Flash, the night promises an electric atmosphere! academymusicgroup.com

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NANDINO’S MENU Treat the kids to the delicious Nandino's

A FESTIVAL, A PARADE A Festival, A Parade, are in town for

BELLATOR MMA PRESENTS PITBULL VS SCOPE One of the

menu at Nandos, The Gate! For just £5.55, youngsters can

their biggest headline show to date! Since their formation in

most feared competitors on the roster, Patricky ‘Pitbull’ Freire,

tuck into a main, side and dessert! Get a free fun pack with

2015, they’ve been heavily championed by the people of the

returns to lightweight action to take on one of Bellator’s most

every Nandino meal, including games and goodies! A fun,

North East. They’re starting 2019 with a bang, bringing their

promising British fighters, Ryan Scope. See the fight live this

family Saturday out! £5.55. Nandos, The Gate,

frenetic live performance to life in the beautiful Hall 2 of Sage

Saturday at the Metro Radio Arena! From £39.37, doors open

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Gateshead. £8.70, 6.30pm. Sage, sagegateshead.com

4.30pm. Metro Radio Arena, metroradioarena.co.uk

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10.02.19 SUPER SUNDAY

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CIRCUS! SHOW OF SHOWS Celebrate 250 years of circus in Great Britain through rare memorabilia and original props at Discovery Museum’s Circus! Show of Shows exhibition!

Time to delve into the drama of the big top and explore the incredible stories behind the spectacle. A great day out for the whole family! Free (donations welcome), 11am - 4pm.

Discovery Museum, discoverymuseum.org.uk

SEYMOUR MACE MAKES IT UP AS HE GOES ALONG

PERSISTENCE Keep the weekend party popping at

Join Seymour Mace this Sunday as he quite literally, makes it

Persistence this Sunday night. It’s the go-to Tup Tup party

up as he goes along! It could turn out to be anything from a

for all of those who aren’t ready to wave goodbye to a

regular stand-up show, to an impromptu scripted performance

weekend of fun. Go here for house music and R&B tunes.

of the film ‘Zulu Dawn’! £5 (standard), £1 (members),

£5 (guest list), £7 (standard), 11pm - 3am. Tup Tup

8.30pm. The Stand, thestand.co.uk

Palace, tuptuppalace.com

Brekkie bites

Dig in to something warm and comforting at Quay Ingredient.

Enjoy eggs and soldiers, traditional fry-ups, Craster kippers, freshly-baked pastries or scrambled eggs with truffle and jam on brioche. Go on - treat yourself! quayingredient.co.uk

Quayside stroll

Kick-start your Sunday down by the river at Newcastle's Quayside Market. Shop and sample your way through tons of stalls, serving up a vibrant mix of quality goods and foodie treats. newcastlegateshead.com

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Hop on a MoBike and wheel about the city, exploring its historic streets and jaw-dropping views. A great way to keep active on a laid-back Sunday and discover some new favourite hang-outs! mobike.com

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Celebrate the Year of the Pig this February as the Chinese New Year festivities kick off in NE1. The vibrant parade will be bigger and better than ever before complete with dragon dances that will dazzle from start to finish. Don’t miss this one! More info at: getintonewcastle.co.uk We’d love to see your snaps - share them on Insta @NewcastleNE1.

Kids comedy Take the little ones to The Stand’s Kids Comedy Club this Sunday.

Top comedians will be telling jokes without swears and there will be magic, improv and impression shows to enjoy, too! Best suited for 8 to 12-year-olds. thestand.co.uk FAMILY FUN

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Treat yourselves to sensational Sunday lunch at Babucho. Start with king prawns or arancini, followed by slow-roast beef, pork, chicken or lamb with all the trimmings.

Don’t skip dessert - we have our eyes on the banoffee pie! babucho.co.uk

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Settle down for Sunday night sips at By The River Brew Co. Stop by its foodie market before 6pm and enjoy local street food names, then find a spot to mingle and take in the impressive river views. bytheriverbrew.co

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Catch The Spectre Expedition: To the End of the Earth at Sage Gateshead this Sunday. Presented by Speakers from the Edge, listen in as the story of Leo Houlding’s daring dream to reach the summit of the most remote mountain on Earth unfold. sagegateshead.com

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11.02.19 MORE ON MONDAY

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THE LEMONHEADS

American alternative rock band, The Lemonheads, take to the stage at Wylam Brewery.

Formed in Massachusetts in the 80s, the band have been going strong for decades, entertaining crowds with their upbeat, punk-influenced tunes. wylambrewery.co.uk

Barbara Dickson in concert

Settle in at Sage for an evening packed with songs from one of the finest voices to come out of Scotland - Barbara Dickson. Together with her live brand, the multi-million selling recording artist will be performing a range of material, drawing on her folk roots, as well as performing globally-known hits such as The Caravan Song, Another Suitcase in Another Hall and many more! sagegateshead.com

Why not try these ART TOUR OF THE ARCHIVES Have you ever fancied peeking into the Discovery Museum’s treasure trove of historical documents? Now is your chance! Get to know the home of thousands of documents relating to the five local districts of Newcastle, Sunderland, Gateshead, North Tyneside and South Tyneside. Join the team and find out something new about anything from the 12th to the 21st century. A truly insightful and inspiring afternoon in NE1! £4 (booking essential), 11am - 1pm. Discovery Museum, discoverymuseum.org.uk

FOOD & DRINK LUNCH TIME DEALS Pop down to Mr Mulligan’s Space Golf on Newgate Street for some cracking lunch time deals!

Try the tasty 6oz burger or enjoy a 14” pizza and a drink for just £6. Simply turn up midweek and enjoy! What’s not to love? From £6, 11am - 5pm. Mr Mulligan’s Space Golf, mrmulligan.com

Enter online at getintonewcastle.co.uk to WIN two VIP tickets to see the Stereophonics as they headline This Is Tomorrow Festival 2019 this May!

CLUB DIGITAL MONDAYS Start the week with a bang! Digital Mondays are a Newcastle institution - the city’s longest running Monday night soiree with four rooms of the finest dancefloor anthems across all genres. 80p entry before midnight, 10pm - 3am. Digital, yourfutureisdigital.com

Music-lovers are in for a treat in NE1 this summer, not only because the largest live music festival in Newcastle takes place in May, but because you could be in with the chance of winning two VIP tickets to see one of the headline shows.

MUSIC MAGENTA SINGERS The Magenta Singers are a group of people of any age who are living with acquired aphasia, run in association with the NETA Aphasia Support Centre. Join the group every Monday during term time, for a friendly and supportive group sing at Sage Gateshead. From pop to blues and folk, there really is something for everyone at this super singing workshop. £70 (10 sessions), 1.30pm - 3pm.

Sage, sagegateshead.com

The Stereophonics will headline the This Is Tomorrow Festival at Exhibition Park on Sunday 26 May 2019, bringing muchloved tunes old and new to the stage.

Enter online to be in with the chance of winning VIP tickets to this fantastic gig in NE1!

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Closing date: Wednesday 13 February 2019

SPIN THE WHEEL HAPPY HOUR

Colonel Porter’s Emporium is a flamboyant hang-out that always pulls out the stops when it comes to creative cocktails and the finest spirits. A tavern, rum bar and botanical garden all rolled into one, the 1920s-inspired hang-out is the perfect place for midweek get-togethers - especially on a Monday, when you can spin the wheel from 5pm ’til midnight to be in for a chance of winning great drinks deals for you and your chums! colonelporters.co.uk

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NEW YEAR, NEW US!

THE NORTH’S BEST SPORTS BAR JUST BROUGHT ITS A-GAME! After an exciting refurbishment, we’re sporting a brand new look. Come down to Shark Club and discover what’s new for 2019!

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12.02.19 TUESDAY TREATS

Jack Plenty more in Lear NE1 Barrie Rutter OBE directs and stars in Jack Lear, a gritty reworking of Shakespeare’s King Lear. Set on the River Humber, with live music by award-winning English folk musician Eliza Carthy MBE, it follows wealthy trawlerman, Jack Lear, as he prepares to retire and hand over his hard-earned fleet to his feisty trio of daughters. As the sisters scheme and scrap over their inheritance, family ties are tested as each woman strives for freedom, fortune and love. Watch the rivalry unravel at Northern Stage! northernstage.co.uk

‘I FEEL BAD BUT I FEEL A LITTLE BIT BETTER NOW’

BY GEORG ÓSKAR

Icelandic artist, Georg Óskar brings his solo show to the North East this season, on display at the Abject Gallery on Market Street until 23 March 2019. In this intriguing exhibition, Óskar captures interesting events, fantasies or memorable situations from his own life, often under the influence of music and poetry. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to see the work of this award-winning artist in NE1. abject.gallery

STEPHEN BAILEY - OUR KID Stand-up comedy star, Stephen Bailey, is back on tour, swinging by The Stand Comedy Club this Tuesday with his brand new show, Our Kid! Expect a side-splitting story full of northern warmth, workingclass guilt and a bit of blue! Prepare to laugh your socks off from start to finish! £14 (standard), £11 (concession), 8.30pm. The Stand Comedy Club, thestand.co.uk

KIDS LITTLE ARTISTS Discover the Laing with your little ones this Tuesday! Little Artists is a fun and relaxed creative making and moving session complete with fun and interactive gallery exploration activities. £3 (pre-book online), £4 (on the day), 10.30am - 11.30am. Laing Art Gallery, laingartgallery.org.uk TIME TO GET UP Time To Get Up is an ongoing exhibition at Seven Stories, packed full of wonderful stories all about day to day activities. With old favourites and new titles, and amazing artwork by super-talented illustrators, get ready to look, talk, play and read together! £7.70 (adult), £6.60 (child 4-16), £2.50 (toddler 1-3), free (up to 12 months), 10am - 5pm.

Seven Stories, sevenstories.org.uk

MUSIC BUCKCHERRY | HOOBASTANK Buckcherry and Hoobastank have teamed up for a co-headline tour of the UK, and they’re preparing to hit the O2 Academy stage this Tuesday. This show delivers double the fun as both rock bands play full headline sets featuring their most famous hits! £26.40, 7pm. O2 Academy, academymusicgroup.com

HOLY HOLY FEATURING WOODY WOODMANSEY AND TONY VISCONTI Holy Holy and Woody Woodmansey unite on stage at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House to deliver a show to remember, shining a light on David Bowie’s hits from 1969 through to 1973. The pair, who used to drum and produce for the musical icon, promise the closest experience to a real Bowie gig as you can get, with an all-star band that includes vocalist Glenn Gregory - a Bowie fan and friend who also performed alongside the star on the original Band Aid single in 1984. tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

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MOONLIGHT

Catch Oscar-winning film, Moonlight, at Tyneside Cinema. Directed by Barry Jenkins, the 2016 coming-of-age drama is a landmark representation of African American adolescence, social alienation and sexual desire, challenging stereotypes of black masculinity. Based on Tarell Alvin McCraney's unpublished semi-autobiographical play, In Moonlight Black Boys Look Blue , it tells the tale of Chiron, told in three chapters that focus on significant periods of his life. A real eye-opener. Don’t miss it. tynesidecinema.co.uk

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BONNIE & THE BONNETTES REACT TO… BACON KNEES & SAUSAGE FINGERS The fabulous Bonnie and the Bonnettes are back to present their version of Bacon Knees & Sausage Fingers. Their work is loud, fun and unapologetic, and it’s an absolute must on your do-this diaries this February. Don’t miss this hilarious show at the Alphabetti Theatre! Pay what you feel, 8.30pm. Alphabetti Theatre, alphabettitheatre.co.uk

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13.02.19 WE LOVE WEDNESDAY

Valentines Chocolate Making Class

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ART HEATHER PHILLIPSON: THE AGE OF LOVE Produced as a major new commission that responds to BALTIC’s vast Level 4 Gallery, Heather Phillipson presents a series of videos, sounds and objects that operate as landmarks in a remixed geology. See the exhibition this winter. Free, 10am - 6pm.

Baltic, baltic.art

FOOD & DRINK

Impress your partner at Blackfriars’ Valentine’s Day-inspired cooking class, where you’ll make your very own box of soft-centred chocolates, lovingly-packaged especially for your sweetheart! Guided by expert chocolatiers, you’ll be free to make your treats at your own pace, alongside like-minded foodies. Go on, earn some brownie points! blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk

STREET WEDNESDAY

CAP-A-PIE SHARING: CLIMATE CHANGE CATASTROPHE

Make your way to Northern Stage to see a brand new show about climate change, made with children, for grown-ups. The creative production will give you inspiring perspectives on one of the biggest challenges of our time - climate change. Led by children from Hotspur Primary, actors, scientists and engineers, you’ll hear about the kids’ hopes, fears and ideas on how to tackle the issue in the future. The result is an exciting journey into the mind of an eight-year-old that will really make you think! northernstage.co.uk

Boost your energy and bust some moves down at Dance City this week with their exciting and energetic Street Wednesday class for budding dancers aged 16 and over. Originally a 1970s US dance form, street blurs the lines between hip hop and funk styles, bringing something cool and contemporary to the table. If you fancy trying something new, or just want to work on your moves, join Dance City’s fun and relaxed street dance class. Not only will you get a good workout, but you’ll boost your energy and come away with some great new dance moves! dancecity.co.uk

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2-4-1 BURGERS ALL DAY WEDNESDAY Celebrate Hump Day with delicious burgers at The Holy Hobo! Round up your troops and get down to this foodie’s paradise for mouthwatering food that’s sure to give you a mid-week pickup! All day, every Wednesday. The Holy Hobo, holyhobo.co.uk 2 COURSES FROM £10.99 Looking for somewhere to satisfy your mid-week munchies? Make your way to TGI Fridays in The Gate for great food at a great price! Foodies can enjoy two courses from £10.99 everyday, Monday to Thursday at the American-style spot. From £10.99, Monday - Thursday.

TGI Fridays, The Gate, tgifridays.co.uk

DANCE BALLROOM & LATIN (55+) Find your feet at Dance City this Wednesday with a fun and informal ballroom and latin dance class! You’ll explore the originals of each dance as you learn to waltz, quickstep, tango, foxtrot, cha cha, rumba, salsa and more! Go on, give it a go! From £6, 1.30pm - 2.30pm, every Wednesday. Dance City, dancecity.co.uk

MUSIC SPIELBERGS AT UNDERGROUND Oslo indie-rockers, Spielbergs touchdown in Newcastle this Wednesday for a one-night-only gig at Think Tank Underground. Tipped for big things in 2019, don’t miss out on the opportunity to see this up-and-coming underground band as they perform live in NE1. £9, 7.30pm - 10.3pm. Think Tank Underground, thinktankunderground.co.uk

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SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER 5 - 9 MARCH

Marking 40 years since its famous UK cinema release, Saturday Night Fever is spectacularly reimagined in a big new music and dance extravaganza. Paying homage to the 1977 John Travolta classic, the show promises more drama, more music and hot new choreography, telling the story of Tony Manero, who escapes harsh working class realities while on a reckless, yet thrilling road to dancing success. See it at Theatre Royal! theatreroyal.co.uk

SUPERMOON SUPPER 21 MARCH

CRAFT BEER CALLING 24 - 26 OCTOBER

This October, Wylam Brewery will once again play host to some of the world’s leading craft breweries. Together under one roof, the ale-masters will be running their own bars and chatting to guests about their beer. Get yourselves along to sample their stuff, along with fizzy finds from the Gin Palace, glasses of the good stuff over in the wine and artisan cider cellars, and street food from some of the region’s best producers. wylambrewery.co.uk

In 2019, the first day of spring will be marked by a super moon in the night sky - and Life Science Centre is marking this astronomical coincidence with a delicious two-course candlelit dinner beside its Museum of the Moon installation. Swing singer, Paul Skerritt, will add to the chilled-out, intimate atmosphere with mooninspired music for an evening to remember that leave you starry-eyed! life.org.uk

BONGO’S BINGO ST. PATRICK’S DAY SPECIAL FEAT. B*WITCHED 14 - 17 MARCH

Celebrate St Paddy’s Day with a party like no other at Bongo’s Bingo. 90s Irish girlband, B*Witched, will be joining the action as special guests, taking to the stage to perform all their hits, including C’est la Vie, Rollercoaster and Blame it on the Weatherman. Dig out the double denim, grab your lucky charms and enjoy! boilershop.net

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MARK KNOPFLER 19 MAY

Dire Straits frontman, Mark Knopfler, arrives at Metro Radio Arena as part of his Down The Road Wherever tour. Joined by an expanded ten-piece band, most of whom have been working with him for more than two decades, the world-renowned singer will be performing a host of his best-loved hits, as well as new tracks from his upcoming album - his ninth solo record. metroradioarena.co.uk

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