Franko B at The Globe Gallery

Head-turning artist Franko B, who has chosen Newcastle to premiere his latest performance, tells DAVID WHETSTONE about his colourful and unlikely career With his Red Cross Read more

Beccy Owen finds her Refuge

Six years since her last solo record, singer songwriter Beccy Owen is preparing to release Chaotica – an exploration of femininity and mental health – which Read more

Treading the Floorboards

What happens when someone is pushed to the breaking point, and then pushed a bit further? Sam Wonfor previews a new play at Alphabetti Theatre which Read more

Talking to Michael Chaplin

Writer Michael Chaplin, who lives in Jesmond, has seen a ‘crazy idea’ take off. He tells David Whetstone about The Ferryhill Philosophers which is back on Read more