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Theatre Royal gets out the big guns for re-opening

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Caroline Greener

If you’ve been feeling like there’s been a distinct gap in the usual toothy grin of Newcastle’s nightlife lately, it’s probably because the majestic Theatre Royal has been dark. Restoration works have been going on for the past few months, … Continue reading →

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An embarrassment of cultural delights

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Caroline Greener

This week, I seem to have had a diary malfunction. I’m not sure when I’m going to get time to watch my usual reality TV and celeb car crash programmes…  Monday – EAT Festival at the sublime Cherry Tree, with … Continue reading →

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Take That

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Caroline Greener

In one of those strange but serendipitous series of events, I found myself at the final night of the Take That concerts at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light last night. Having been invited in the afternoon, I went along with a … Continue reading →

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Back to work

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Caroline Greener

Well, a top night was had on Friday at Evolution Emerging, as predicted. The Ouseburn was abuzz with music, and all the venues involved put on great (completely FREE) shows. Par for the course, we didn’t manage to see any … Continue reading →

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Bank Holiday Bliss

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Caroline Greener

What are you planning for this weekend? I’m thinking Evolution Emerging on Friday night – 24 emerging artists playing a variety of venues (all FREE) around the Ouseburn. It’s the best way to kick off the legendary Evolution Weekender, and … Continue reading →

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Wild Beasts at Gateshead Old Town Hall

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Caroline Greener

Gateshead Old Town Hall had never seen so many thick black-rimmed specs and backcombed fringes. As the Adidas and eyeliner crowd thickened in the vaulted elegance of the renovated Old Town Hall, there was a palpable excitement about the first … Continue reading →

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Gateshead International Jazz Festival

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Caroline Greener

I am a magpie. A scavenger. I love nothing more than unearthing a bargain at a flea market. In other words I’m a skinflint. So I LOVE how many free things there are to do in the north east. Gateshead … Continue reading →

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