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Charming, clever and laugh out loud funny this unusual mime show is a real treat. It tells the imagined tale spun around the journey of two young stage performers, Charlie Chaplin and Stan Laurel, leaving the shores of a grey England to seek their fortune in America.
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In November, the Ouseburn Open Studios event sees venues open their doors, offering a chance to see into the working world of artists and designer-makers.
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A magical musical medley of dance and drama brings Ballet Lorent’s latest dance confection to vibrant life.
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In this world premiere production – Reasons to Stay Alive, accomplished actors make this narrative about the physical and mental effects of depression and anxiety work for a live audience.
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Ghostfest at Newcastle Castle – a unique way to spend your evening! Meet the Spiritus team of paranormal investigators and the castle spirits themselves!
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Pride and Prejudice (sort of) is an outstanding piece of theatrical delight. It’s much more than a modern twist on a well-loved Austen story.
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Wasteland is an unrelenting emotional onslaught. Set in North East after all the pits have closed – a bleak workless future becomes a reality for many. The rave culture evolves and provides an escape from the seemingly hopeless future.
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Bamburgh Breaks is a great accommodation option close to Bamburgh village and its iconic castle. Willow herb Lodge is situated in the basin of an old whinstone quarry. Willow Herb is part of Brada Lodges, a development of 22 luxury lodges nestling in this quiet sheltered spot.
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TOAST! is the stage play version of Nigel Slater’s award winning autobiography. Brought vividly to life by a very talented cast of five. We are taken back to relive Nigel’s childhood starting in the heart of the home – the kitchen. We see events through Nigel’s eyes and through the sights sounds smells and tastes he remembers.
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This is Conan Doyle’s Hound of the Baskervilles as you’ve never seen it before! Northern Stage takes on one of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson’s most famous cases, in a whistle stop contemporary adaptation.
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