And now for something completely different… David Whetstone gets the lowdown on a performance extravaganza at the Baltic It’s opera… but not as you know it. Read more
Music
Review: Kema Sikazwe shines bright at Live Theatre
A story which takes in Zambia, Fenham and a Bafta-award-winning Ken Loach film is being told in memorable fashion at Live Theatre in Newcastle. David Whetstone Read more
Striking a Northern Chord once again
Top musical talent will be descending on Newcastle as Northern Chords celebrates its 10th anniversary. David Whetstone talks to festival founder Jonathan Bloxham, fast making a Read more
Take a spin around Record Store Day
This Saturday is Record Store Day – the day to celebrate all things vinyl and turntable-worthy – and Newcastle has a rich collection of independent record Read more
Newcastle Choral Society perform Carmina Burana
David Whetstone enjoys a night in the company of Newcastle Choral Society. A performance of Carmina Burana by Newcastle Choral Society attracted a near capacity audience Read more
Ian Stephenson: A 21st Century One Man Band
Folk maestro Ian Stephenson is stepping into the spotlight for a technology-laden performance at Sage Gateshead, when perfection will be the only option. He steps away Read more
MAPS Festival promises to signpost family fun
A new festival taking aim at enriching the lives of children and their associated grown ups is booked in for a three day culture feast in Read more
Laura Lindow on Heartbeat Ballroom
Last month, award-winning writer and theatre maker, LAURA LINDOW spent some time with more than 100 people who had gathered in the ballroom of the Wallsend Read more