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Newcastle YOUR FREE GUIDE TO WHAT'S ON IN NE1

COVER STORY THE GRASS IS BACK Bask in the sun on Blackett Street as our family fun weekends return throughout summer. Think beanbags, fairground rides and more!

A BIG MELA CELEBRATION

Bringing bundles of culture, music, games and food to NE1 this August, round-up the family and check out Newcastle Mela.

A SUMMER OF SCREENINGS

Don't miss our summer of super screenings over at Old Eldon Square. Pull up a deckchair, pop open the popcorn and enjoy!

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Contents Food & Drink

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Family Fun

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Art & Culture

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Music & Nightlife

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Shopping

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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.

FRESH FROM THE PRESS

As always, there is tons going on in NE1 over the next three weeks.

It’s been a summer of feasting so far. With another Restaurant Week done and dusted, we’ve still got your appetites covered with an amazing selection of street food traders at our next Bigg Foodie Friday on 30th August. For those of you craving a sweet offer, be sure to head down to everyone’s favourite city centre beach to find the R Place Donuts pop-up between the 15th - 17th August at the Quayside Seaside.

After you’ve filled up on street food and sweet treats, you can be spoilt for choice with places to chill out with the Village Green, Grey Street Gathering, Quayside Seaside and Screen on the Green all in-situ. Because you can never have too many green spaces and deckchairs, we’ve also got NE1’s Family Fun Weekends on Blackett Street for the next three weekends.

Head into the city at the weekend for a trail of colourful seating and family fairground rides.

Big dates for the diary include: Newcastle Mela, returning this August Bank Holiday to light up Exhibition Park with colour, dancing, (even more) food and various stalls.

There is also the World Transplant Games coming to Newcastle and Gateshead from Saturday 17th August until the following Friday, be sure to cheer on the incredible athletes in some of the top sporting venues the city has to offer!

NICOLE WHITTLE OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

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AROUND THE CITY

The coming weeks AT A GLANCE... OUR PICK OF THE TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN THE CITY THIS SUMMER!

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JOIN IN WITH NE1'S GEORDIE JACKPOT GEORDIEJACKPOT.CO.UK Make it a summer to remember with cash prizes, charity support and more! Play the Geordie Jackpot and help us continue to deliver exciting new initiatives in the city. Buy your tickets online for just £1!

1.1 OLD ELDON SQUARE Screen On The Green Until 1 Sept

FAMILY FUN

Gather the gang and head down to the seats for superb summer screenings! getintonewcastle.co.uk

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1.6 TYNE THEATRE & OPERA HOUSE Sharon Van Etten 20 August

Don’t miss Glastonbury 2019 star on her ‘Remind Me Tomorrow’ tour, stopping off in NE1 for one night only! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk IN NE1

BLACKETT STREET Blackett Street Family Fun Weekends Throughout summer The grass is back for another weekend of action-packed

1.7 LIFE SCIENCE CENTRE Game On 2.0 Throughout summer

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1.8 NEWCASTLE/GATESHEAD World Transplant Games 17 - 23 August Cheer on top-level athletes as the World

family fun in the city centre! getintonewcastle.co.uk

BIGG MARKET Bigg Foodie Friday 30 August

The last Friday of the month only means one thing! Head over to the Bigg Market for delicious treats! getintonewcastle.co.uk

Head over to the Life Science Centre for an exhibition on all things gaming! life.org.uk

IN NE1

1.9 RIVERSIDE Basement 28 August

1.5 EXHIBITION PARK Newcastle Mela 2019 25 & 26 August

1.10 THEATRE ROYAL Les Misérables 15 August

Enjoy a weekend of cultural colour with food, music and more!

Explore new cuisines and learn something new. newcastlemela.co.uk

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FAMILY FUN

Transplant Games arrives in town! worldtransplantgames.org

1.4 WYLAM BREWERY ThaiKwando Food Battle 3.0 23 August

Knives and forks at the ready! Head over to Wylam Brewery for some culinary delights. wylambrewery.co.uk

FAMILY FUN

IN NE1

Get your rock on with alternative punk band, Basement! They're making big waves in the music scene, don't miss it! riversidencl.co.uk

Make sure you don’t miss out on this iconic musical this summer! theatreroyal.co.uk

NEW IN NE1

Word on the Street WHEY AYE GIVEN GREEN LIGHT!

Prepare for incredible panoramic views! Plans to build Europe's largest observation wheel at Spillers Wharf has been given the go ahead. Situated on the banks of the River Tyne, the 460ft structure on Spillers will be taller than the London Eye and become one of the largest structures in the UK! The development will also include a family entertainment centre, a sport complex and clubhouse bar. world-wheel-company.com

NEWCASTLE CITY BATHS

BLOCKBUSTER BEAUTY BRAND TOUCHES DOWN IN NE1!

Beauty giant Morphe arrives into NE1 this autumn! Established in L.A in 2008, Morphe has developed into a global sensation with high-profile collaborations. Showcasing a range of vibrant palettes from Jaclyn Hill and YouTuber James Charles, visitors can expect a wide variety of featured best-sellers and influencer favourites. With over 300 different brushes and highly coveted palettes to choose from, Morphe’s certified Beauty Artists will be on hand for all your shimmer, satin and shine needs! intu.co.uk

A major multi-million pound restoration is currently underway in NE1, bringing the City Baths back to life! Later this year, the Grade II Listed building will be unveiled as the city’s latest leisure attraction combining the finest contemporary facilities with traditional features that make the building so unique today. As well as a brand new pool, the city’s new forward-thinking lifestyle venue will introduce Turkish baths, a spa, a top class fitness suite, wellbeing facilities and a bistro.

For updates and to follow the project’s journey, visit: city-baths.co.uk

NEWCASTLE UNI OPEN DAY! 14TH SEPTEMBER

Discover why Newcastle University is considered one of the best in Europe with an open day like no other! With a contemporary city centre campus surrounded by stunning architecture, head over for a special subject session and explore the different departments around the grounds. Accompanied by past and present students, learn about your dream course or get the lowdown on NE1’s renowned nightlife! ncl.ac.uk

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HARD ROCK CAFE

Rock ’n’ roll is coming to Newcastle! American restaurant chain, Hard Rock Cafe is on its way to Toon! Situated in the historic Guildhall on the Quayside, the company has submitted plans to open a branch of the American diner-inspired hotspot right here in NE1. Renowned for their Legendary® Burgers, smokehouse specialties, and freshly prepared salads, make sure you keep an eye out for an opening date! hardrockcafe.com

NATIONAL PARK CITY CAMPAIGN!

Newcastle Parks and Allotments Trust has launched a campaign for the city to become the UK’s next National Park City! Announced by Newcastle Park and Allotments Trust, the campaign will see Newcastle show its support for making the city greener, healthier and wilder!

Promising major improvements such as infrastructure repairs, better bin and litter collections, and new events for the community, we can’t wait to see what the future holds for our wonderful city. nationalparkcity.org

JOHN LEWIS SUMMER TERRACE

Bask in the glorious sunshine with John Lewis this summer! Launching their exclusive Summer Terrace, gather the gang and head up for a wide variety of delicious treats! Serving a gorgeous selection from their renowned Place to Eat menu, take a break during your shopping trip and treat yourself! From breakfast bites to dinner delicacies, discover everything from hot mains to light snacks with a contemporary summer menu. Open until 8 September, make sure you book your table now!

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FAMILY FUN WEEKENDS

Blackett Street Weekends CITY CENTRE SUMMER BLISS! NE1’S BLACKETT STREET WEEKENDS RETURN TO THE HEART OF THE TOON WITH ANOTHER SUMMER OF FAMILY FUN-FILLED WEEKENDS Situated on NE1’s bustling Blackett Street, head down to the turf, hunker down on the beanbags and get involved with this city centre paradise in all its summertime glory! With a giant inflatable avengers-themed activity centre ready for exploration, bungee trampolines set to soar and

monster trucks to be marvelled at, Blackett Street Weekends are a perfect activity for every member of the family! Why not head down to the heart of our great city, let little ones loose on fabulous fairground rides and bask in the summer sun? getintonewcastle.co.uk

THE DATES FOR YOUR DIARY NE1’S BLACKETT STREET FAMILY FUN WEEKENDS WILL TAKE PLACE ON...

17TH & 18TH AUGUST 24TH & 25TH AUGUST 31ST AUGUST & 1ST SEPTEMBER Make sure you also check out It's Playtime this summer.

Find out more info on page 13!

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NEW TO NE1

Two brand new events for NE1!

SATURDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER

DRAGON BOAT RACE 14TH SEPTEMBER

Float on down to the Quayside as the first ever Dragon Boat Race comes to the River Tyne this September! With boats capable of holding up to 16 paddlers plus 1 drummer, why not gather the office gang for a unique afternoon of fun and healthy competition, all with spectacular views? Whilst the race is open to all abilities, there will be plenty to do for spectators too; food stalls and live entertainment galore! Make sure to save the date for this special event and book your boat now! getintonewcastle.co.uk

MERCHANT QUARTER REVIVAL: BAKERS, MAKERS AND SHAKERS 14TH SEPTEMBER

As part of the £3.2m redevelopment of Newcastle’s historic Bigg Market, Newcastle NE1 have teamed up with Newcastle Castle and Newcastle Cathedral to bring a brand-new, free event to the city! Providing a bustling celebration of the city’s bakers, makers and shakers, Merchant Quarter Revival will host 30 different vendors selling everything from cakes and breads to clothing and records, spread right across from the Bigg Market to the Castle. With live entertainment from some of the city’s best musicians and spoken word artists scheduled all day too, make sure you catch this exciting and vibrant event! ne1biggmarket.co.uk

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Food & Drink

FRIDAY 30TH AUGUST

Bigg Foodie moments

RETURNING WITH A BRAND NEW LINE-UP OF DELICIOUS DISHES AND TOP CLASS CUISINE, NE1’S BIGG FOODIE FRIDAY HEADS TO THE BIGG MARKET FOR ANOTHER MOUTHWATERING FOOD MARKET! With a whole ‘lotta history, the Bigg Market is ready to celebrate its recent facelift with a fantastic monthly food festival and we're all invited!

This mouthwatering pop-up market will, once again, take to the streets of NE1 on the last Friday of the month.

This is a great way to get to know some of the North East’s finest food vendors and keep your finger on NE1’s culinary pulse!

Whether you’re popping along with that special someone, having a midshopping trip munch or fancy a simple stroll in the sun, you can expect a hive of vibrant street food.

We’re expecting August’s Bigg Foodie Friday to be bigger, busier and even more delicious than last month’s event.

Don’t forget to start the weekend early and enjoy a bit of delicious Friday fun in NE1! getintonewcastle.co.uk

And not forgetting our Quayside Seaside treats...

R Place will be bringing their amazingly Instagrammable doughnuts to the beach on 15th, 16th and 17th August. There will also be the opportunity to buy even more sweets treats from the ice cream van, which will be on the Quayside Seaside throughout summer!

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Food & Drink COFFEE CUPPING EXPERIENCE COURSE 4 SEPTEMBER

Calling all coffee aficionados! Head over to Pumphrey’s Coffee for a barista experience you won’t forget anytime soon! Immerse yourself in a world of coffee with a masterclass on coffee cupping. Learn about processing of coffee, the importance of origin and how each roast affects the flavour! Taste each creation and develop your skills to become the perfect home coffee pro.

A perfect experience for those who love coffee - gather your friends together for a few hours, relax, try something different and cup lots of lovely coffee! pumphreys-coffee.co.uk

KAFENEON

Get your Greek on with an evening of proper sunshine scran at Kafeneon!

With two courses for £10.95, why not make the most of the summer sun with delicious grilled halloumi, chow down on chicken souvlaki or sample the succulent moussaka. From a romantic first date to a fun night out with friends, make sure you book your table now and head down for some gorgeous Greek cuisine! kafeneon.co.uk

THAIKWONDO 3.0 'SUMMER, SUMMER, SUMMER THAI’ 23 AUGUST Returning for the final bank holiday weekend of 2019, head over to Wylam Brewery for the third instalment of the infamous ThaiKwondo!

Celebrating Thai street food, flavours, and re-imagined specials, this unique festival showcases the vibrancy and colour of a truly inspiring food genre. With each vendor providing a delicious £3 option with the aim being to try as many dishes as possible, why not take friends and try something delicious in a fabulous venue? Entry is free, the food is fast but spectacular, and the vibes are beyond positive. wylambrewery.co.uk

BRING YOUR BEST WINE NIGHT 4 SEPTEMBER

Take your favourite wine over to Dobson & Parnell for a dinner party like no other!

Running on the first Wednesday of the month, enjoy your favourite vino without having to pay corkage when ordering from the à la carte menu. Recently listed in the Michelin Guide 2019, why not treat yourself to a fillet of Hereford beef or get fishy with Eyemouth crab! Count us in... dobsonandparnell.co.uk

YOLO TOWNHOUSE EVERY THURSDAY!

With a bustling bar, eatery and roof terrace spread over three floors on Newcastle’s historic High Bridge, head over to Yolo Townhouse for a mouthwatering 50% off every Thursday! Serving a delicious menu with something for every taste, why not munch on a mamma katsu burger or tackle the tandoori chicken kebab? It's an inviting space packing in plenty of flavours and summer sips. Why not make it a date this Thursday? yolotownhouse.com

INTERMEZZO

Newcastle doesn’t fall short of cool bars to hang out in. But when news of a new opening breaks, we can’t help but get excited! On that note, we’d like to introduce our NE1 readers to the brand spanking new Intermezzo bar, which has taken over the site of Bierrex. This cinema-themed cocktail bar was previously based at Tyneside Cinema, before it closed its doors in 2016. But demand is high and it’s back in business, setting up home in a cool new spot on Pilgrim Street.

Intermezzo is an all-rounder when it comes to eating and drinking in Newcastle.

Go here in the morning for coffee, early afternoon for lunch and then crafty cocktails as day turns to night! What’s not to love? facebook.com/intermezzo82

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17.08.19 - 18.08.19 IT'S THE WEEKEND!

Kickstart your weekend with our action-packed NE1 guide!

#Whataweekend

FAMILY FUN

Coffee chill

Venture over to Les Petits Choux for fluffy scones and sumptuous coffee. Sat facing the picturesque Leazes Park, this charming coffee hideout is the perfect way to start your weekend! les-petits-choux.co.uk

SATURDAY

Disney blockbuster

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MORNING INDULGE

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Inspiring independents

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Settle in for a refreshing lunch at Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill! Enjoy three mouthwatering courses, showcasing the finest native breed beef, roast loin of pork and pan-fried chicken with all the trimmings. Yum! mpwrestaurants.co.uk

Wander the vibrant alleys of the Grade I Listed Grainger Market! Built in 1835, the Market boasts everything from cobblers, florists, and jewellers to haberdasheries, artisan bakeries, high-quality butchers and greengrocers. graingermarket.org

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Lunch it up

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Metal masters

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Get your rock on with melodic metal group Ball of Mayhem! Playing their final ever show and donating proceeds to the Children’s Heart Unit Fund, make sure you head on down for an evening of huge riffs and soaring vocal harmonies! academymusicgroup.com

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Calling all beer connoisseurs! Gather the gang and head down to The Head of Steam for a beer tasting experience like no other! Packed with great craft beers, cask ales, sharing bottles, and beers from across the globe, kick back and have a few cold ones with the gang! theheadofsteam.co.uk

Indian delicacies

Located on Newcastle’s lively quayside, head down to Vujon for an evening of delicious Indian cuisine!

Renowned for creating high quality, contemporary dishes, why not devour a Beef Rogan Josh or get your munch on with a Malai Kofta? Yum! vujon.com

Join Sir Ian McKellen in an exclusive live performance at the Theatre Royal! Celebrating his 80th birthday with a solo tour discussing all things theatrical and performing impromptu acts, make sure you don’t miss out on the chance to see one of Hollywood’s biggest names in NE1 this August! theatreroyal.co.uk SCREEN ON THE GREEN Today’s free must-see screenings!

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17TH 12PM: THE LORAX 5PM: BUMBLEBEE*

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Hollywood star

INDIAN CUISINE

Head down to NE1’s Quayside Seaside for another family fun day! Relax at the pop-up beach and get your snack on with street food vendors. Don’t miss out on this NE1 summer highlight! getintonewcastle.co.uk

Marvel at top level athletes as the World Transplant Games whistles into NE1 this Summer! With a sporting programme that visits world-class venues around the Toon, visitors can enjoy track and field athletics, cheer on swimmers and celebrate every goal with football matches galore. worldtransplantgames.org

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FAMILY FUN

Sit back and relax with a sensory-friendly screening of The Lion King! With lights dimmed and audio lowered for an inclusive audience experience, Everyman Cinema is making sure we all get a chance to see this reimagined Disney classic this summer! everymancinema.com

IN TOWN

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18TH 12PM: RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET 3PM: SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE

*Bumblebee starts at 5pm rather than 3pm due to the World Transplant Games Parade taking place

FIND US ON GRAINGER ST

Family Fun

‘Sirin’ by Newton’s Ladder. Image Mark Morreaux

25TH & 26TH AUGUST

Newcastle Mela

ARRIVING INTO NE1 WITH BUNDLES OF CULTURE, HEAD OVER TO EXHIBITION PARK FOR THE NEWCASTLE MELA 2019!

Newcastle Mela returns to Exhibition Park on 25th and 26th August with a riot of colour, music, dancing and a whole host of things to do and see that will entertain visitors of all ages and backgrounds.

This vibrant, multi-cultural two-day festival, celebrating Pakistani, Bengali, Indian and other South Asian cultures, sees crowds of thousands filling the park. Visitors will enjoy live music performances from contemporary and traditional Asian acts, art performances, an incredible range of food, craft stalls, clothing, jewellery and free activities like face painting and henna tattoos, a British Cycling

‘Block’ by Motionhouse in collaboration with NoFit State Circus. Image by Dan Tucker

track and British Army assault course.

We're expecting an exhilarating festival, complete with an aerial performance of 'Sirin (Hope is the Thing with Feathers)' by Newton’s Ladder on Sunday 25th August and an electrifying fusion of dance and circus ‘Block’ by Motionhouse in collaboration with NoFit State Circus on 26th August.

Don't miss the rare opportunity to see headline act, Arif Lohar, worldrenowned Punjabi folk singer loved by audiences across the globe. Arif performs on Monday 26th August.

Website: newcastlemela.co.uk Facebook: @newcastlemelaofficial Twitter: @NewcastleMela

ELMER THE PATCHWORK ELEPHANT 24 & 25 AUGUST

Based on the classic children’s book series by David McKee, celebrate individuality and the power of laughter with Elmer the Patchwork Elephant Show! Join Elmer and his patchwork of brilliant colours with a fun, loving and cheerful show brimming with colour and mischief. Featuring 12 loveable puppets, head over to the Tyne Theatre & Opera House for a tale of humour and friendship. With a subtle message that celebrates uniqueness and individuality, head down for a show that’s great for children of all ages! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

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31ST AUGUST 1ST SEPT

It's Playtime!

Ready for serious silliness? The International Ministry of Play (IMP) is coming to Newcastle for a weekend of summer mischief! With pop-up discos, fairground games and silly selfies, IMP’s Agents of Play will be testing how playful Geordies really are! Show off your moves with impromptu dance routines, tell daft jokes and get involved with games. Collect your Play Passport from IMPs Agent of Play on Northumberland Street, Blackett Street or at Alphabetti Theatre. Find secret games and complete play challenges hidden around the city to save Newcastle from a future as boring as a novelty tie! Drop in from 10.30am - 3.30pm on 31st August and 1st September. #NE1isPlayful unfoldingtheatre.co.uk

WORLD TRANSPLANT GAMES 17 - 23 AUGUST

Cheer on top-level athletes as the World Transplant Games blasts into NE1 this Summer! With an incredible sporting programme that visits world-class venues around the Toon, visitors can enjoy track and field athletics, go wild at table tennis and dribble every ball with basketball matches galore! Around 3,000 athletes from 60 different countries are expected to take part, so why not celebrate the second chance of living life to the full with an incredible display of sporting excellence! With an exciting and immersive social programme scheduled for athletes, visitors and local communities, the World Transplant Games is a sporting event not to be missed this Summer! worldtransplantgames.org

SLEEPING BEAUTY: FAMILY PANTOMIME 27 - 31 AUGUST

Laugh the night away at Northern Stage with a family-friendly event perfect for all!

Premiering Sleeping Beauty this August, venture into ‘Geordieland’ with NE1’s very own Miss Rory for an evening of spells, curses, and mischief. Sing, shout and jump about as Queen Patsy and the handsome Prince Philip of Fenham try to break Princess Beauty’s 100-year curse. Produced by local company Glendo Entertainment, tickets are on sale now and selling quick, so grab yours now! northernstage.co.uk

GAME ON 2.0 THROUGHOUT SUMMER

With iconic titles such as Space Invaders and Mario Kart to explore, Life Science Centre is inviting us to dive into the past five decades of computer gaming with Game On 2.0. Gather the gang and head over to explore the vibrant history, culture and future of gaming with over 150 playable games. Retro fanatics can play on consoles from the 1970s with a dedicated arcade games section, including Pac-Man, Defender and Donkey Kong; or you can show off your moves with multiplayer games such as Just Dance and Wii Sports Resorts. life.org.uk

Family Fun

Three cheers for...

HATS OFF TO ALL THE BUSINESSES, CHARITIES AND INDIVIDUALS PUTTING OUR GREAT CITY ON THE MAP!

JOSEPH MILLER BLACKFRIARS

Known for its fine dining, immersive cooking classes and fabulous setting around NE1, Blackfriars can now boast employing the best cocktail maker in the UK! Joseph Miller, a mixologist from NE1 beat off competition from a staggering 272 mixologists from 18 different countries in a hard fought competition!

The competition attracted a record number of nominations and voting was entirely by members of the public which had 30,000 votes in the run-up to World Gin Day 2019. Nice work Joseph! blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk

NE1 SALTWATER FISH COMPANY WINS FISHMONGER OF THE YEAR AWARD!

Catch of the day! Nestled in Fenwick’s prodigious food hall, Saltwater Fish Company has sailed to the top spot in the Retail Fishmonger of the Year awards! Renowned for its close working relationship between fishmonger and chefs, Saltwater Fish Company has been serving quality seafood since opening in 2015.

Head over and see what seafood delicacies are on offer this summer! saltwaterfish.co.uk

A SUPERB STUDENT CITY!

There are a number of reasons for us to boast about our brilliant city - and QS Top Universities has just given us another reason to do so!

We're delighted to hear that the organisation has ranked Newcastle as one of the UK’s top 10 student cities, placing it 8th in the UK and 57th in the world. What an achievement! So if you're a student new to the city, you're heading here in late September, or you're looking for your next move in education, you could be part of something special up here in the Toon! topuniversities.com

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MOVIE MOMENTS

Summertime screenings

12TH AUGUST 1 SEPT

THE CHAIRS ARE OUT, THE SUN IS SHINING AND THE BIG SCREEN IS PLAYING AT OLD ELDON SQUARE! To celebrate summer in style, we’ve teamed up with intu Eldon Square to bring a superb schedule of 84 movies including some fresh cinema blockbusters, family favourites and iconic titles.

With two free film screenings available every day from Monday 12th August, you’ll be able to hunker down on the deckchairs, pop open the snacks and enjoy some epic movie moments in Newcastle city centre.

The team at intu Eldon Square are giving families the chance to sign up to the intu Family Club, with exclusive offers to enjoy and giveaways to take part in. Summer in the city is shaping up to be a scorcher!

From family favourites like Moana

and Aquaman to blockbusters such as La La Land, Avengers: Infinity War and Jurassic World!, there’s something for every film buff in NE1 to enjoy! Make your way over to our Screen on the Green for fantastic flicks until 1st September! getintonewcastle.co.uk

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WITH TWO FREE FILM SCREENINGS EVERY DAY FROM MONDAY 12TH AUGUST, HUNKER DOWN ON THE DECKCHAIRS, POP OPEN THE SNACKS AND ENJOY SOME EPIC MOVIE MOMENTS

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JOIN THE INTU FAMILY CLUB!

The intu family club, in partnership with Playmobil, is free to join and you will receive exclusive offers and discounts, a gift for your little one, a membership pack, a magazine and much more! Sign up today. intu.co.uk/eldonsquare

PULL UP A DECKCHAIR

FOR FREE MOVIES

7 DAYS A WEEK DATE JULY

AUGUST

12PM

6PM (3PM ON WEEKENDS)

MON 22

PETER RABBIT

SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY (12A)

TUE 23

ICE AGE 3: DAWN OF THE DINOSAURS

WONDER

WED 24

SHREK

ANT-MAN AND THE WASP (12A)

THUR 25

CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG

THE SOUND OF MUSIC

FRI 26

TAD THE LOST EXPLORER

GREEN BOOK (12A)

SAT 27

THE GREATEST SHOWMAN (SING-A-LONG)

GREASE (SING-A-LONG)

SUN 28

FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE CRIMES OF GRINDELWALD (12A)

BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY (12A)

MON 29

HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3

BOBBY ROBSON: MORE THAN A MANAGER (12A)

TUE 30

CHRISTOPHER ROBIN

TABLE 19 (12A)

WED 31

THE LEGO MOVIE 2

PITCH PERFECT 3 (12A)

THUR 1

FLUBBER

GHOSTBUSTERS (1984) (12A)

FRI 2

MINIONS

THE UPSIDE (12A)

SAT 3

MAMMA MIA!

MAMMA MIA: HERE WE GO AGAIN!

SUN 4

INCREDIBLES 2

CRAZY RICH ASIANS (12A)

MON 5

PATRICK

THE FOUNDER (12A)

TUE 6

CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS

FIRST MAN (12A)

WED 7

CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS 2

FREE SOLO (12A)

THUR 8

THE PRINCESS DIARIES

JUMANJI (1995)

FRI 9

A DOGS WAY HOME

SECOND ACT (12A)

SAT 10

DEVDAS (2002)

SUPER NANI

SUN 11

THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2

ISLE OF DOGS

MON 12

UP

TOMB RAIDER (12A)

TUE 13

LUIS AND THE ALIENS

GOING IN STYLE (12A)

WED 14

CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

JOHNNY ENGLISH STRIKES AGAIN

THUR 15

THE IRON GIANT

HONEY, I SHRUNK THE KIDS

FRI 16

PADDINGTON 2

INSTANT FAMILY (12A)

SAT 17

DR. SEUSS’ THE LORAX

BUMBLEBEE

SUN 18

RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET

SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE

MON 19

MOANA

STAN AND OLLIE

TUE 20

THE HOUSE WITH A CLOCK IN ITS WALLS (12A)

JURASSIC WORLD (12A)

WED 21

TEEN TITANS GO! TO THE MOVIES

MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: FALLOUT (12A)

THUR 22

E.T.

NAPOLEON DYNAMITE

FRI 23

CONFESSIONS OF A SHOPAHOLIC

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA

SAT 24

DUMBO (2019)

CAPTAIN MARVEL (12A)

SUN 25

MISSING LINK

AQUAMAN (12A)

MON 26

AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR (12A)

AVENGERS: ENDGAME (12A)

TUE 27

WONDER PARK

LA LA LAND (12A)

WED 28

TANGLED

HIDDEN FIGURES

THUR 29

THE WIZARD OF OZ

INDIANA JONES - RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK

FRI 30

HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD

ALL IS TRUE (12A)

SAT 31

SMALLFOOT

MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS (12A)

MARY POPPINS RETURNS

FIGHTING WITH MY FAMILY (12A)

SEPTEMBER SUN 1

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Art & Culture

The Toon's Top Exhibitions TIME TO GET YOUR CULTURE KICK WITH FIVE HIGHLIGHTS FROM NE1’S BUSTLING ARTS SCENE. SIT BACK, RELAX AND TAKE A LOOK AT SOME OF THE TOP EXHIBITIONS YOU NEED TO GO CHECK OUT THIS MONTH! IFEOMA U. ANYAEJI 23 AUGUST

Somewhere In Between showcases a selection of boldly coloured minimalist paintings that blur the physical boundaries of the human body.

With vibrant and colourful pieces on display, viewers are invited to cruise the colours of the gallery and marvel at outstanding art! vane.org.uk

Interested in the use of nonconventional materials, Ifeoma U. Anyaeji explores West African culture in this vibrant exhibition at the BALTIC! Using a method described as Plastoart, Anyaeji creates intricately-woven structures using a West African hairplaiting technique known as Ikpa Owu! Through this masterful display of VICTORIA & ALBERT: craftsmanship, Anyaeji reflects on the OUR LIVES IN loss of West African traditions and WATERCOLOUR highlights the devastating impact of 27 AUGUST human activity on Nigeria’s landscape One for history buffs! Scoot over to and natural resources. the Laing Art Gallery for an exclusive baltic.art showing of Victoria & Albert: Our Lives in Watercolour. Showcasing rare SOMEWHERE IN watercolours loaned from the Royal BETWEEN Collection, get a fascinating glimpse 24 AUGUST into Victorian Britain during the period Head over to the Vane gallery for an of Victoria and Albert’s marriage. incredible LGBTQ+ exhibition by Displaying vibrant, dynamic NE1 artist, Oliver Doe! Demonstrating watercolour pieces that highlight the LGBTQ+ bodies as a defiant site grandeur of British politics and foreign of political and cultural difference, travel, visitors will be treated to rare

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watercolours by Toon architect John Dobson, curated by the Laing Art Gallery! Gaze at a 1850s Newcastle Central Station or stand in awe at the city’s iconic High-level Bridge!

A history lesson like no other, make sure you don’t miss out! Tickets start from £8. laingartgallery.org.uk

ARRIVALS: MAKING TYNESIDE HOME 2 SEPTEMBER

Celebrate Tyneside’s diverse population and multiculturalism with this powerful exhibition at Discovery Museum!

Featuring a moving series of portraits that document the experience of those

who have migrated to the region from overseas, Arrivals: Making Tyneside Home captures the stories of 41 individuals who have migrated between 1939 and 2018. Showcasing work from Jeremy Abrahams, this is a terrific Toon event worth checking out! discoverymuseum.org.uk

DIPPY ON TOUR: A NATURAL HISTORY ADVENTURE 4 SEPTEMBER

Enjoy a day out with Dippy the diplodocus at the Great North Museum!

Having lived in London for over 100 years, join Dippy on an adventure to the Toon! A perfect day out for all the family, marvel at the incredible size of Dippy or perhaps count his 292 bones!

Free entry for all too! greatnorthmuseum.org.uk

The Great Exhibition: India No.4 c.1851 by Joseph Nash (1809-78)

Art & Culture LES MISÉRABLES 15 AUGUST - 5 OCTOBER

Vive la Revolution! Settle in as the global musical phenomenon returns to NE1 this summer. After nearly a decade since the last sell-out UK tour, Cameron Mackintosh’s critically acclaimed production of Boublil and Schönberg’s classic musical returns to Newcastle's Theatre Royal this August. With glorious new staging and dazzlingly reimagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo, feel the emotions and sing-a-long with the magnificent score of Les Misérables! Including iconic tracks such as I Dreamed a Dream, Bring Him Home, and Master Of The House, Les Misérables is undisputedly one of the most popular musicals around!

Book your tickets now, this promises to be one of the hottest events in NE1 this year! theatreroyal.co.uk

Culture Break BROUGHT TO YOU BY TYNE & WEAR ARCHIVES & MUSEUMS YOU’RE A BRICK

This is not just any old brick. It comes from an early 15th century house in Hawk’s yard on Bottle Bank, Gateshead, and was dug from the foundations in July 1936.

Bottle Bank street is as old as the word bottle, which comes from the Saxon, meaning a habitation (such as Harbottle and Wallbottle).

Friendsical 3 SEPTEMBER

Inspired by the iconic TV show, head over to Northern Stage for a new parody musical based on Friends. Arriving in NE1 after a successful run of dates at Edinburgh Fringe Festival, join Chandler and the gang for an evening of mischief, mishap, and music! Featuring original songs such as (He’s her) Lobster!, Richard’s Moustache, and You’re Over Me? When Were You Under Me?, the gang take on Naked Thursdays, a power cut and a dinosaur convention. What could possibly go wrong?

Tickets £10 per person. northernstage.co.uk

THREE SHORTS 3 SEPTEMBER

Start autumn in style with an Alphabetti favourite! Part of the Just Write project, join three local writers as they explore human connection and how we make, maintain and break bonds during lifetimes. Make sure you catch Elijah Young’s NASA Lie The Earth is Flat No Curve, explore romantic relationships with Sam Neale’s Familiar and follow Allison Davies’ Object Permanence. A hotspot for emerging culture in NE1, Alphabetti Theatre is also inviting guests to ‘Pay What You Feel’!

Who said top-quality entertainment had to be expensive? All tickets require a booking, so make sure you don’t miss this one! alphabettitheatre.co.uk

POTTERVISION 13 AUGUST

Production Images. Photos By Dale Wightman

One of the most popular shows at Edinburgh Fringe Festival in recent years, head over to The Stand Comedy Club for an exclusive performance of Pottervision! Join the incredibly talented cast as they celebrate and recreate special scenes from the magical Harry Potter franchise!

Through clever use of parody, audience interaction and on-stage reenactments, this Harry Potter parody show will have you feeling ‘riddikulus’ in no time.

Tickets from £6, grab yours now. thestand.co.uk

Until 1790, this street was the only way to cross the roman bridge over the Tyne (situated where the swing bridge is now). Every cart and stage coach wishing to travel through Newcastle had to go up and down this steep street, including that of King Charles I, who travelled along this road (hurriedly mended before he arrived) in 1633.

William Hawks, whose name the yard holds, owned an ironmongery, anchorsmith and foundry business based on Bottle Bank, which went on to become the Hawks Company, one of the largest companies to emerge during the British Industrial Revolution.

They built the High Level Bridge and also constructed the first iron boat, the Vulcan, here on the Tyne.

Gradually this area was bypassed by a less steep road and eventually became slums which were listed to be cleared in 1925, which is when our brick, full of history, was collected.

Learn about Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums collections at: twmuseums.org.uk or check out any of their nine venues.

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24.08.19 - 26.09.19

Celebrate the summer bank holiday with our awesome NE1 weekender!

IT'S THE WEEKEND!

#BankHolidayFun

FAMILY FUN

Spice lesson

Calling all curry aficionados! Grab your apron and get creative with Blackfriars’ Curry, Spice & All Things Nice masterclass! Learn the secrets behind some of the most flavoursome curry dishes and finish off with a communal lunch in the Cookery School! Grab your spot now! blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk

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Rock 'n' Roll star

Based on the classic children’s book series by David McKee, enjoy an incredible Elmer the Patchwork Elephant show at Tyne Theatre & Opera House! Join Elmer and his colourful patchwork skin for an afternoon of cheeky humour and cheer. Perfect afternoon family fun! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk FAMILY FUN

Tyne adventures

Have fun and take in some breathtaking views with the Tyne Bridge Kayak Tour! Learn about NE1’s iconic river and sail past the Millennium Bridge in this incredible experience! cullercoatsbikekayak.co.uk

SUNDAY

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Superhero science

Swing by the Life Science Centre as Life Science Explainers investigate the awesome powers of our favourite Super Heroes! Watch on as Spider-Man’s web-line is put to the test and create a power source for Iron Man’s mask live on stage! life.org.uk

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IN NE1

Delicious summer savings

Get your munch on at Las Iguanas as kids eat free! Why not tuck into the delicious duck tacos or sample smoked salmon tiradito? With kids eating free when adults order from the A La Carte menu, Las Iguanas have the whole gang covered this summer! iguanas.co.uk

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Patchwork fun

Get your rock 'n' roll swagger on with an evening of 90s indie classics! Stopping off at NE1 hotspot The Cluny, join 90s tribute band Loaded as they play Oasis’ debut classic ‘Definitely Maybe’ in full! Gather the gang, grab your parka and head down for iconic tracks such as Live Forever and Supersonic! thecluny.com

IN NE1

E DV A ER RIV

MONDAY Spend the sunny months relaxing on the Quayside Seaside! In prime position on the Costa del Tyne, wander down to the Quayside and recline on a deckchair in the sunshine - with sand between the toes! Don’t miss out this bank holiday. getintonewcastle.co.uk

More than Motown cruise

Spend an unforgettable afternoon dancing to soul hits on a motown river cruise! Setting sail from the Quayside, cruise the Tyne, take in some special views and end your bank holiday in style! riverescapes.co.uk

Record fair

Hunt for that rare single or indulge in your favourite artist with Newcastle Record Fair this bank holiday! Arriving at the Copthorne Hotel, search for exclusive releases or stock up on your favourite genres! facebook.com/GreatNorthernMusicFairs SCREEN ON THE GREEN Today’s free must-see screenings!

24TH 12PM: DUMBO 3PM: CAPTAIN MARVEL

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25TH 12PM: MISSING LUCK 3PM: AQUAMAN

QUAY S I D E SEAS ID E F U N I NT RECORD HU D A N C E ON THE T YNE

Summer siesta!

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26TH 12PM: AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR 6PM: AVENGERS: ENDGAME

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PAUL SMITH – FOLLOWING Tue 10 Sep 2019

BIANCA DEL RIO: IT’S JESTER JOKE Sat 21 Sep 2019

RHOD GILBERT: THE BOOK OF JOHN

Sun 27 Oct 2019

Sat 30 Nov 2019

Sat 28 Mar 2020

Mon 28 Oct 2019

Sun 1 Dec 2019

Thu 16 Apr 2020

BIG BIG TRAIN AN EVENING WITH WILL YOUNG

CLIC SARGENT CAROL CONCERT

Tue 29 Oct 2019

JOOLS HOLLAND AND HIS RHYTHM AND BLUES ORCHESTRA

THE NEXT STEP: ABSOLUTE DANCE

Sun 22 Sep 2019

Sat 2 Nov 2019

HOZIER

GRACELAND

Fri 27 Sep 2019

Thu 7 Nov 2019 Fri 8 Nov 2019

RETRO METRO Tue 1 Oct 2019

KEANE

Thu 3 Oct 2019

AN EVENING WITH BOYCOTT AND AGGERS Fri 4 Oct 2019

ISLANDS IN THE STREAM Sat 12 Oct 2019

THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL Mon 14 Oct 2019

Sun 10 Nov 2019

LAFFS4KIDS 2019

Fri 2 Oct 2020

JAMES MORRISON Thu 14 Nov 2019

LIGHTHOUSE FAMILY Fri 15 Nov 2019

ELVIS TRIBUTE ARTIST WORLD TOUR FEATURING SHAWN KLUSH AND DEAN Z Tue 19 Nov 2019

RESPECT: THE ARETHA FRANKLIN SONGBOOK Wed 20 Nov 2019

Wed 23 Oct 2019

Thu 21 Nov 2019

ROB BECKETT: WALLOP

JIMMY CARR – TERRIBLY FUNNY

Sat 13 Jun 2020

JOHN BISHOP: WORK IN PROGRESS

Fri 25 Oct 2019 Sat 26 Oct 2019

Sat 25 Apr 2020

Sun 15 Dec 2019

LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS 2019 AN AUDIENCE WITH SIMON REEVE

Thu 12 Dec 2019

INTO THE GROOVE: THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO MADONNA

Sat 14 Dec 2019

Sat 16 Nov 2019

Fri 18 Oct 2019 Sat 19 Oct 2019

THE ILLEGAL EAGLES

Sat 18 Apr 2020

YOU WIN AGAIN - CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF THE BEE GEES

Sat 9 Nov 2019

Tue 15 Oct 2019 Wed 16 Oct 2019

MICHAEL STARRING BEN: THE MAGIC OF MICHAEL JACKSON

Sat 7 Dec 2019

JOE AND DIANNE SHOW

Thu 21 May 2020 Fri 22 May 2020 Sat 23 May 2020

JONATHAN PIE – THE FAKE NEWS TOUR

Thu 17 Oct 2019

Wed 4 Dec 2019 Thu 5 Dec 2019

THE BOWIE COLLECTIVE

Fri 13 Dec 2019

ROMESH RANGANATHAN: THE CYNICS MIXTAPE

JAMES ARTHUR EDDIE IZZARD: WUNDERBAR

MAGIC OF MOTOWN

JACK SAVORETTI Fri 22 Nov 2019

BELIEVE: THE CHER SONGBOOK Fri 29 Nov 2019

THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD

EMELI SANDÉ BJORN AGAIN THE BOOTLEG BEATLES

Fri 20 Dec 2019 Sat 21 Dec 2019

LINDISFARNE Fri 31 Jan 2020

THE MUSIC OF PRINCE Sat 8 Feb 2020

THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES Fri 21 Feb 2020

LIGHTHOUSE FAMILY

ROSS NOBLE - HUMOURNOID I GOT LOVE FOR YOU 1980’S JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW Sat 3 Oct 2020

IN THE AIR TONIGHT: A CELEBRATION OF PHIL COLLINS Fri 23 Oct 2020

FASTLOVE – A TRIBUTE TO GEORGE MICHAEL Sat 24 Oct 2020

THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC

Sat 22 Feb 2020

THE BOYS ARE BACK! 5IVE, A1, DAMAGE & 911 DICK & ANGEL: DARE TO DO IT

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Sat 14 Mar 2020

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Sat 29 Feb 2020

MILTON JONES Fri 20 Mar 2020

SUSAN BOYLE: THE TEN TOUR Sat 21 Mar 2020

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Music & Nightlife

Sharon Van Etten 20 AUGUST

After capturing headlines for her stunning Glastonbury performance, American songstress Sharon Van Etten arrives into Toon for an evening brimming with emotive ballads.

NE1’s summer of world-class music continues as American indie star Sharon Van Etten comes to town! Stopping off at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House for an exclusive one night show, Van Etten arrives into NE1 having received critical acclaim for her incredible Glastonbury 2019 performance.

Having released her fifth full-length album ‘Remind Me Tomorrow’ earlier this year, Sharon Van Etten has developed into a household name on the rock 'n' roll scene. With an honest and reflective approach to songwriting, Van Etten’s live shows have gone on to captivate audiences around the world.

Working with renowned producer John Congleton on a more refined sound, make sure you settle in to hear standout tracks such as Seventeen, Every Time the Sun Comes Up and crowd favourite, Comeback Kid. Promising to be a landmark moment for any music lover, make sure you catch this incredible singer this August! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

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SMOOVE & TURRELL ACOUSTIC SET 30 AUGUST

Head over to Hoochie Coochie for an intimate acoustic set with Smoove & Turrell! Celebrate their success at an intimate acoustic performance at the home of Jazz in NE1! Having performed at Hoochie Coochie just over 2 years ago, grab a drink, kick back and get your funk on with these soul masters! With reimagined tracks set to do down a treat, book your tickets now before its too late! hoochiecoochie.co.uk

THE DIRTY SOUTH 17 AUGUST

Unleash your inner Free Bird and celebrate a night of definitive Lynyrd Skynyrd at the Cluny! Presented by The Dirty South, rock the night away with this eight-piece band playing all your favourites from the classic era of Southern Rock! Stopping off for one night only, gather the gang and enjoy a full 2 hour set of anthems you simply don't want to miss! Tickets from £5. thecluny.com

Hivemind 30 AUGUST

Following a lively performance at NE1’s This Is Tomorrow festival, join Hivemind at the O2 Academy for an exclusive headline show. Promising an evening of high-octane rock, make sure you grab your tickets now and rock on with this great indie four-piece!

Tickets from £6 per person. academymusicgroup.com

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Music & Nightlife

Basement 28 AUGUST

Get your punk on this August with alt-rockers Basement! Stopping off at the Riverside on their UK tour, the punk rockers have been making big waves in the indie scene with latest release ‘Beside Myself’.

Known for their raucous live performances, head down to hear bangers such as Promise Everything, Covet and latest single Be Here Now. Tickets on sale now. riversidencl.co.uk

CATE LE BON 26 AUGUST

Lose yourself in the music with an incredible evening with Welsh singersongwriter Cate Le Bon. Recently nominated for the Mercury Prize award for her new album Rewards, get set for an incredible evening at the Cluny and hear a voice you won’t forget in a hurry!

Tickets from £17.50. thecluny.com

WHAT GIRLS ARE MADE OF 4 SEPTEMBER

Join Scottish actor and musician Cora Bissett at the Live Theatre this September for a show with a sensational live soundtrack! Based on Cora’s teenage diaries, the 2018 Edinburgh Fringe hit show storms into NE1 with a killer 90s setlist and live backing band. Charting the true story of her roller-coaster journey from 90s indie-kid to wised-up woman, Cora celebrates life’s euphoric highs, details the epic lows and ponders what wisdom should be passed on to future generations. live.org.uk

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Shopping

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Families visiting intu Eldon Square this summer can donate school uniform to The Community School Clothing Scheme! Located outside All Saints, visitors are being invited to donate all unwanted school items such as shirts, dresses and trousers. The scheme is a great way to reduce the impact shopping has on the environment and help folk out around NE1. Good going team! intu.co.uk

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31.08.19 - 01.09.19 IT'S THE WEEKEND!

Follow our guide to another great weekend in NE1!

#Whataweekend Food & drink bonanza

Sausage and Cider Festival 2019 arrives in NE1 this August for the first time! Get ready to sample a great array of amazing craft ciders and the finest sausage bangers at Newcastle Civic Centre! With a huge variety of delicious treats from the finest butchers around, this will have you licking your lips in no time! sausageandciderfest.co.uk

SATURDAY AM

FANTASTIC FOOD AN D DR INK COSTUMES AT T HE

Make a date with that special someone and head over to House of Tides for an evening of fine dining!

Featuring a contemporary menu, tuck into salt-aged venison or try the native lobster! Delicious! houseoftides.co.uk

CONTEMPORA RY C U ISIN E

Book character costumes aren't just for World Book Day! Dust the cobwebs off and head down to Seven Stories for Dress-Up Weekends! With discounts available for adults dressed to impress too, make sure to get involved at the Character Themed Crafts workshop and Rock on down to The Cluny for an evening of catch the Characters on Parade unadulterated punk rock! Having released three tour! sevenstories.org.uk studio albums and toured with the likes of Green Day around the globe, China Drum arrive in NE1 with an exclusive show! Don’t miss this rare opportunity as they re-visit their 1996 Reading Festival set! thecluny.com

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Magical fairytale Kick back and relax with a Sunday screening of Mary Poppins Returns at NE1’s Screen On The Green! Join Emily Blunt as she returns for an adventure bursting with magic and mischief! getintonewcastle.co.uk

Sunday roast

Knife and forks at the ready! Hunker down at Tomahawk Steakhouse for a unique twist on the traditional Sunday roast! Devour a 28-day Himalayan saltaged sirloin, with all the trimmings! Delicious! tomahawk-steakhouse.co.uk

Wonderful weddings

Head to the Civic Centre for the official Wedding Venues Show. Featuring a wide variety of wedding services and venues, live entertainment and top street food! Free early bird tickets are available, sign up now! weddingfairs.com

SCREEN ON THE GREEN FINAL WEEKEND!

31ST 12PM: SMALLFOOT 3PM: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS

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Hailed as one of the most exciting and greatest live acts across the globe, Skunk Anansie roll into NE1 this September! Stopping off at the O2 Academy following the release of their 25th anniversary live album, the British rockers are set to take the UK by storm this summer! academymusicgroup.com

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HER E C O MES THE BRIDE!

Part of Tyneside Cinema’s season of exclusive broadcasts from the National Theatre, settle in for a live streaming of The Lehman Trilogy. Critically-acclaimed and nominated five times for the Olivier Award, this story follows the path of the Lehman family that would change the financial world forever. Make sure you don't miss out! tynesidecinema.co.uk

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Swing by the picturesque City Tavern for a spot of breakfast. Having recently undergone a summer facelift, why not sample a hearty English breakfast or perhaps 'eggsplore’ their delicious Eggs Hemingway! citytavern.co.uk

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Announcing Leila Lily's MALHOTRA GROUP'S NEW FOODIE HAVEN LEILA LILY’S IS SHAPING UP TO BE ONE OF MOST IMPRESSIVE DINING DESTINATIONS IN NE1!

Set to house a bar, restaurant and nightclub under one roof, the team at Leila Lily’s have been busy preparing for the grand opening on Grey Street!

Once opened, guests can enjoy a richly decorated interior with a floral theme running throughout! Diners will be served fabulous contemporary cuisine while live music plays from pianists

and saxophonists!

Complete with an oval glass VIP table with an incredible garden growing inside, Leila Lily’s looks set to be one of the hottest destinations in Toon.

Situated at the Living Room site on Grey Street, make sure you get down and check out Leila Lily’s at some point, you won't be disappointed! leilalilys.co.uk

Operations Director, Atul Malhotra with his daughter Leila Lily outside the exciting new venue, which shares her name

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AROUND THE CITY

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BEN FOGLE: TALES OF THE WILDERNESS 12 NOVEMBER

Join modern day explorer Ben Fogle for an unforgettable evening at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House this November! From crossing Antarctica to conquering Everest, Ben brings his uplifting and exciting show to courageous minds this winter. Marvel at the adventurer’s intimate tales about swimming with crocodiles and being marooned on an uninhabited island for a year! Make sure you catch one of the world's greatest explorers in person. Grab your tickets now, they won’t hang about for long! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

THIS IS NOT A WEDDING 13 - 14 SEPTEMBER

‘100% SOUL’… WHQ FEAT. VOICES OF VIRTUE GOSPEL CHOIR LIVE 11 OCTOBER

Groove over to Wylam Brewery for a night bursting with blistering classic soul anthems! Performing with a full band and horn section, join WHQ and the Voices of Virtue Gospel Choir for a classic soul revue. A night that guarantees to be bursting with up-tempo soulful performances, grab your tickets now and dive head first into the autumn in style. wylambrewery.co.uk

Laugh, cry and sing along with the award-winning Gracefool Collective this September. Tumbling into Northern Stage this summer, four bridal-clad women showcase their signature concoction of entertaining dance theatre in reimagined sketches of wedding rituals. Make sure you head over to Northern Stage for an evening of laughter and mishaps! northernstage.co.uk

QUILTER INTERNATIONAL: ENGLAND V ITALY 6 SEPTEMBER Swing low as England Rugby World Cup stars stop off in NE1 this September! Part of the Quilter International series, cheer the boys on at St. James' Park in a crucial warm-up match before the 2019 Rugby World Cup! With 4 years since their last visit, make sure you see Eddie Jones’ side play a fierce Italian team as they look to reclaim the biggest prize in Rugby! englandrugby.com

WE WILL ROCK YOU 14 - 19 OCTOBER

Vocal chords at the ready! Tap those feet and clap your hands as the worldwide smash hit musical by Queen and Ben Elton arrives in NE1!

Stopping off at the Theatre Royal, follow the group of Bohemians as they search for individuality and expression in this feel-good singa-long! Featuring classic tracks such as Don’t Stop Me Now, Under Pressure and Bohemian Rhapsody, this musical phenomenon is ‘guaranteed to blow your mind’! Tickets start from £22.50, grab yours now! theatreroyal.co.uk

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CONGO NATTY PRESENTS - 30 YEARS OF JUNGLE 5 OCTOBER

Boogie on down to World Headquarters for an evening with Congo Natty!

Celebrating 30 years as a renowned MC, join Congo and his crew as they deliver a jungle masterclass that will have you moving all night long.

Tickets start from £8 and are selling quick! welovewhq.com

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50 of your favourite characters...live on ice!

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