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PATRICK THROUGHOUT AUGUST
It won’t be long before we’re back at Tyneside Cinema, losing ourselves in a raft of incredible films and chomping away on the tastiest of treats, but until then, we’re supporting this brill indie cinema by streaming another exclusive film as the venue's grand reopening date edges closer. This August, they're showcasing the exclusive debut film from veteran TV director Tim Mielants (Peaky Blinders) with his deadpan offbeat, black comedy about self-discovery. Set in a Belgian nudist camp, Patrick follows the titular handyman (Kevin Janssens) finding his life in turmoil after the loss of his father and his trusty hammer. A unique, dry dramatic comedy exploring the human condition in its most literal naked sense, you can stream this quirky flick by following the link below… tynesidecinema.co.uk
PAUL SMITH: CHANGED 20 - 21 AUGUST THE PEOPLE'S THEATRE PRESENT… SHAKESPEARE SHENANIGANS 8 AUGUST
The People’s Theatre are whistling into Wylam Brewery this August with a brilliant new production that aims to give us Shakespeare's take on this mad world we’re all living in. Whether you’ve taken up a foreign language, enjoyed way too much alcohol or stared at the TV aimlessly for months on end, this hilarious lot will have you chuckling away with their satirical view on a hellish year. Trust us, it promises to be a mega evening of excellent entertainment that’s matched by the superb brews of Wylam - nice! wylambrewery.co.uk
Paul Smith is back on the road and he’s whistling into the Toon with an exclusive date at the O2 City Hall Newcastle for a side-splitting comedy show. A beloved name across the UK’s comedy circuit, Paul’s affable nature, hilarious accent and dry wit have turned him into a crowd favourite and his shows are renowned for being raucous affairs. He’s been crowned Liverpool’s New Comedian of the Year, his punchlines are properly funny and his crowd interactions are iconic on YouTube. You’re in for a treat with this Scouse funnyman! academymusicgroup.com
MARIA LAFFEY: A YEAR IN SOUTH WEST NORTHUMBERLAND THROUGHOUT AUGUST
© Sutapa Biswas. All Rights Reserved, DACS 2021
SUTAPA BISWAS THROUGHOUT AUGUST
Time to get your ‘art gallery shuffle’ on and tootle on over to BALTIC for Sutapa Biswas’ major solo exhibition as she addresses questions of identity and ideas of dislocation and belonging, through a series of stunning drawings, photography and dazzling moving images. In case you didn’t know, Sutapa Biswas is a vital contributor to the Black Arts Movement in Britain and has been instrumental in shifting the public’s understanding of post-war British art. Biswas’ works visually disrupt, challenge and reimagine our present time and this incredibly moving exhibition will include a new film that maps a semi-fictional narrative of migration. An epic exhibition if you’re wanting to be inspired and educate yourself on matters around us. baltic.art
BLACKPINK THE MOVIE 8 AUGUST
The Spring Table 30 x 40.5 oil on paper
There’s a beautiful exhibition showcasing over at Gallagher & Turner this summer, and it’s a bespoke show from Maria Laffey that encompasses her experience of a year spent close to home in her local Northumbrian landscape. Partly joyful and partly cathartic, this series of mesmeric paintings depict stunning visual details of the local natural environment and how they became important to her throughout the madness of 2020. Featuring scenes of clear cerulean skies, the emergence of spring flowers and the evolution of a hedgerow, one trip to this terrific exhibition will soon remind you why the North of England is so stunning! gallagherandturner.co.uk
Fancy a bit of a culture shock? Perhaps you’re already clued up on the dazzling world of K-Pop? Regardless of your level of knowledge on South Korean music, our chums at Cineworld are showcasing an exclusive screening of BLACKPINK THE MOVIE and this music extravaganza is a real bobby-dazzler! BLACKPINK are an iconic name when it comes to K-Pop and Asian music in general, and not only did they become the first K-Pop group in history to earn 1 billion views on YouTube, they also hit the headlines in 2019 as it was announced that they were the first-ever Korean group to feature at Coachella Music Festival too! Their film celebrates the 5th anniversary of their debut album and features behind the scenes footage and exclusive performances from one of the biggest girl groups in the Eastern hemisphere! cineworld.co.uk
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